BEC Archives - Church of Our Lady of Fatima, 59100 Kuala Lumpur

Sri Pahang BEC Revived After 10-Year Hiatus

by olfkl_web_admin August 19, 2026

After a decade of inactivity, the Sri Pahang Basic Ecclesial Community (BEC) in the Bangsar Zone has begun a new chapter.

On 18 August 2026, 23 parishioners — comprising former BEC members and newer residents — gathered at the home of Mdm Mary for an evening of prayer, discussion, fellowship and renewal.

The revival follows the continuing pastoral outreach to OLF’s Tamil-speaking communities by Parish Administrator Fr Andrew Manickam, together with the willingness of Sr Anita Anne to serve as Coordinator of the renewed BEC.

The gathering began with the Holy Rosary prayed in Tamil. Fr Andrew, together with coordinators from the Tamil Apostolate, EMHC and BECCOT, then spoke about the importance of the BEC as a community of faith, mutual support and care, and as a bridge between the parish and the neighbourhood.

As Sri Pahang BEC establishes itself once again, members were encouraged to choose a patron saint for their community.

Fr Andrew also shared plans to make regular pastoral visits to BECs, including bringing the Holy Eucharist and the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick to homebound parishioners. Members were encouraged to help identify Catholics in their neighbourhood who are homebound or in need of pastoral and sacramental care.

He also encouraged couples whose marriages have yet to be recognised by the Church to approach him for guidance and assistance.

The evening concluded with Holy Communion and fellowship among members of the newly revitalised community.

May the renewed Sri Pahang BEC continue to grow as a community of faith, hope and love, and become a living presence of Christ within its neighbourhood.

“Where two or three are gathered in my name, I am there among them.” – Matthew 18:20

BEC, Events, Tamil Apostolate

Strengthening the Tamil-Speaking BEC Community at St Anthony, Pantai Dalam

by olfkl_web_admin August 7, 2026

About 15 members of St Anthony Basic Ecclesial Community (BEC), Pantai Dalam, gathered at the home of Mrs Juliana on the evening of 7 August 2026, as Parish Administrator Fr. Andrew Manickam continued his pastoral visits to the Tamil-speaking communities of the parish.

The gathering began with the Luminous Mysteries of the Rosary, led by Arul Raj, the longest-serving BECCOT Coordinator. Prayed in both Tamil and English, the Rosary brought different generations together in prayer, from a young primary school pupil to teenagers and working adults.

The evening also provided an opportunity for an open and meaningful conversation between Fr. Andrew and the community. Members spoke candidly about their experiences, concerns and hopes for the future of St Anthony BEC, while Fr. Andrew listened and engaged with the issues raised.

He assured those gathered that the Tamil-speaking faithful are an integral part of the Church of Our Lady of Fatima, and reaffirmed the parish’s commitment to supporting their spiritual and pastoral needs and encouraging their participation in the wider life of the parish.

Fr. Andrew concluded the gathering with prayer and a blessing before everyone shared a home-cooked meal contributed by BEC members.

The fellowship that followed brought together young and old in a relaxed and joyful atmosphere. More than a pastoral visit, the evening reflected what lies at the heart of BEC life: families gathering in prayer, listening to one another, sharing fellowship and growing together in faith.

BEC, Events

St Valentine BEC and Tzu Chi Foundation Join Hands to Care for Our Common Home

by olfkl_web_admin August 3, 2026

Members of St Valentine Basic Ecclesial Community (BEC), Happy Garden, joined volunteers from the Tzu Chi Foundation Malaysia for a community plogging activity on 19 July 2026, turning a simple morning of collecting litter into a meaningful expression of faith, service and care for creation.

The initiative grew out of the BEC’s reflection on “Ecology: Care of Our Common Home,” providing members with an opportunity to put their reflections into practice by caring for the neighbourhood they share with others.

The morning began with the national anthem, Negaraku, followed by light exercises and a briefing on waste separation and recyclable materials. Participants then walked through the Happy Garden neighbourhood, collecting litter and recyclable items while learning more about responsible waste management and environmental stewardship.

The activity reminded participants that caring for creation does not always require large-scale projects. Small, consistent acts carried out together can make a meaningful difference in protecting the environment entrusted to us by God.

The experience also reflected the words of Genesis 2:15:

“The Lord God then took the man and settled him in the garden of Eden, to cultivate and care for it.”

Working alongside volunteers from the Tzu Chi Foundation also demonstrated how people of different faith traditions can cooperate for the common good through shared concern for the environment and the wider community.

The morning concluded with fellowship over breakfast prepared by Tzu Chi volunteers, while St Valentine BEC was presented with a Certificate of Appreciation in recognition of its participation.

As Pope Francis reminds us, care for creation begins with everyday choices. For the members of St Valentine BEC, this simple morning of service became a powerful reminder that caring for our common home often starts right outside our own doorstep.

BEC, Events, Tamil Apostolate

Strengthening the Tamil-speaking BEC Community at PPR Kampung Muhibbah

by olfkl_web_admin July 30, 2026

The Tamil Apostolate, led by Stella Santiago, together with Ir. S. Arul Raj and Fr. Andrew Manickam, recently visited the Tamil-speaking Basic Ecclesial Community (BEC) of St. Rebecca at PPR Kampung Muhibbah.

The visit provided an opportunity to meet with the community, encourage its members and support its ongoing pastoral life.

During the gathering, Mr. Sebastian, the BEC Coordinator, shared that members come together every week to pray the Rosary and reflect on the Word of God. It was encouraging to see almost the entire community present, reflecting the commitment of families to growing together in faith.

As part of OLF’s pastoral mission, special attention continues to be given to supporting the spiritual and pastoral needs of the Tamil-speaking community while strengthening Basic Ecclesial Communities as places of prayer, fellowship and faith.

The evening concluded with fellowship among those gathered, highlighting the important role that BECs continue to play in building vibrant communities where faith is lived, shared and nurtured within families and neighbourhoods.

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