A Joyful Celebration of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary at OLF

The Church of Our Lady of Fatima was filled with parishioners and visitors on Tuesday, 8 September, as the community gathered to celebrate the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary.

The evening began with Holy Hour Adoration at 6.00pm, followed by the recitation of the Holy Rosary and the celebration of the Eucharist.

Joining Parish Administrator Fr. Andrew Manickam in concelebrating the Mass were visiting priests Fr. Michael Adawai and Fr. Simon Agbo. Among those present were visitors from Singapore, Rawang, Petaling Jaya and surrounding areas, as well as members of the Legion of Mary from the Church of the Assumption, Petaling Jaya, who served as gift bearers during the Offertory.

In his homily, Fr. Andrew reflected on Mary’s acceptance of God’s call and her willingness to become the handmaid of the Lord. Recalling the words of the angel to Joseph, he spoke of the trust and faith that accompanied Mary’s place in God’s plan of salvation.

Fr. Andrew also reminded the congregation that Christ remains with us in our failures and weaknesses. Jesus is not only with the successful or powerful, but is the Good Shepherd who remains close to us, especially in times of sorrow and difficulty.

At the conclusion of Mass, Fr. Andrew thanked everyone who had travelled from near and far to join the celebration. He then invited members of the Legion of Mary from the different praesidia and parishes to come forward for the cutting of a birthday cake in honour of Our Lady.

The celebration continued after Mass with fellowship and refreshments at Dewan Fatima and around the church grounds, bringing together parishioners and visitors in a shared evening of faith and community.

May the example of our Blessed Mother continue to lead us closer to her Son and inspire us to respond faithfully to God’s call in our own lives.