We are taught to love and be kind to one another. To be forgiving and not harm others even if we may have suffered harm from them. We may do this because the bible teaches that to do so we will be rewarded in heaven. However, the deeper meaning would be to adopt a forgiving and loving nature in this [...]
Today’s readings focus on where we place our trust and how we live out our faith. The first reading, the prophet Jeremiah urges us to rely on the Lord who is the only true source of strength and stability. The second reading, Saint Paul reminds us that Christ’s resurrection is central to the faith. In the Gospel reading, Jesus turns [...]
The readings speak of being called to spread the message of God. The persons in the bible readings either have first hand encounters with God or Jesus. Many at the time would have had similar encounters yet they did not follow through as they were not led to do so by the Holy Spirit. Our Faith can be as strong [...]
Today's gospel describes the presentation of Jesus at the temple, the purification ritual of Mary, and the encounters with Simeon and Anna. It is very meaningful and offers the following points for reflection. • Obedience to the Law: Mary and Joseph bring Jesus to the temple to fulfill the requirements of the Law of Moses. Their obedience highlights the [...]
Encounter CNY Eucharistic Celebrations Timing – Day 1: 29 Jan 2025 - 7:45am – Mandarin - 9:30am - English Day 2: 30 Jan 2025 - 7.30am - English Please note that there is no 6pm EC on 28 Jan CNY Eve, and on the first 2 days of CNY, 29 and 30 Jan. Holy Hour [...]
Encounter CNY Eucharistic Celebrations Timing – Day 1: 29 Jan 2025 - 7:45am – Mandarin - 9:30am - English Day 2: 30 Jan 2025 - 7.30am - English Please note that there is no 6pm EC on 28 Jan CNY Eve, and on the first 2 days of CNY, 29 and 30 Jan. Holy Hour [...]
Encounter Praise & Worship 18 Jan 2025 8pm at Bethel CNY Eucharistic Celebrations Timing – Day 1: 29 Jan 2025 - 7:45am – Mandarin - 9:30am - English Day 2: 30 Jan 2025 - 7.30am - English Please note that there is no 6pm EC on 28 Jan CNY Eve, and on the first 2 [...]
Encounter Christmas Octave Celebrations The Christmas Octave is a time that begins on Christmas Day, and ends 8 days after. It is a time for use to celebrate the mystery of the Incarnation and immerse ourselves into Christ's divinity and humanity by following in the footsteps of the Holy Family. Sun, 29 Dec – Young Adults Time: [...]
Encounter Thanksgiving ECs Sunday, 22 December 2024; 9.30m and 11.30am Fr Dexter and Fr Andre will be coming to CSM to celebrate the 9.30 am and 11.30 am ECs respectively in thanksgiving for their recent ordination. There will be fellowship after each EC, all are welcome. Christmas Eucharistic Celebrations Christmas Eve: 24 Dec 2024 8pm - English [...]
Encounter P & W – 21 December 2024, 8pm at Bethel Exodus 15:1-2 I will sing to the LORD, for he is gloriously triumphant; horse and chariot he has cast into the sea. My strength and my refuge is the LORD, and he has become my saviour. This is my God, I praise him; the God of [...]
