In view of the recent development on COVID-19, all Eucharistic Celebrations (EC) will be be suspended until further notice. Retreats and all formation sessions will also be cancelled till further notice (including Bible Studies, Lenten Reflections, Stations of the Cross). However, only Lenten Reflections will still continue as it is typically attended by small groups in an open space at [...]
Whether we feel if we were born to be a leader or not, all of us have been given leadership in some area. As Christ-centered leaders, our goal is to positively influence others and change hearts according to the word of God. We can show Christ in our workplace and through leadership by being responsible, living life with morals and [...]
One of the things I dislike more than public speaking is difficult conversations. According to Google, “A difficult conversation is any situation where the needs/wants, opinions or perceptions of the involved parties are diverse, with their feelings and emotions running strong. Usually the reason behind such strong feelings and emotions is that they have a lot at stake and they dread the consequences [...]
Bible Classes on Wednesdays Bible classes with Fr Augustine will resume on Wednesday, 5 Feb at 10am. CSM Praise and Worship with Talk “Let everything that has breath praise the Lord!” (Psalm 150: 6) Come, give praise to God, and let Him minister to you. Date: 8 Feb, Saturday Time: 7.30pm to 9.30pm Location: Worship Hall Postponement of [...]
What year were you born? Are you a rat, rabbit or like me, a horse? During the Chinese New Year celebrations in Chinatown and even in some heartlands, you will be able to find the Chinese zodiac featured prominently to help you discover what’s in store for you in 2020. It is exciting reading, isn’t it? But you don’t really [...]
In 2020, we are reminded by our parish priests to choose an area we would like to improve on and start working on it. Let’s begin with a topic that we often take for granted - Stewardship. Owner VS Stewardship There are 2 ways to look at things - Owner or Steward. Which is better? Owner An Owner perceives that [...]
Today, the Church celebrates the Feast of the Presentation of Jesus in the Temple. The Presentation, which is celebrated 40 days after Christmas, is not mentioned in the other Gospels. Only Luke narrates the story, most likely because his audience, the Gentile Christians, are not familiar with the Jewish rite of presentation and purification. In addition, the intent of Luke’s [...]
We are fingers pointing out the way to Jesus for others. “Look, there is the lamb of God!” John the Baptist pointed to Jesus as the Lamb of God, as the Chosen One of God. This was his mission: A finger pointing to Jesus. His finger is always pointing, ‘There is the lamb of God, follow him.’ Where is our [...]
Christmas Eve & Day Eucharistic Celebration Schedules 24 Dec, Tue – Midnight (E) 25 Dec, Wed – 8am (M) 10am & 5.30pm (E) Christmas Carolling Join us for Christmas carolling at 11pm before Midnight EC on 24 Dec, Tues. Christmas Octave Day 1 - 25 Dec, Wed Time: after 10.00am EC Theme: Love is born Day 2 - 26 Dec, Thu Time: [...]
Let’s say that there is a major athletics race or tournament at the end of the year that you have signed up for. Would you prepare for the competition by stuffing yourself with doughnuts and watching how other athletes train by watching as many Youtube videos as you can, or would you begin a dedicated Strength and Endurance training, followed [...]