Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary

The Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, normally celebrated on 15 August, has been transferred to Sunday, 16 August 2026 by the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Malaysia, Singapore and Brunei for pastoral reasons.

Parishioners are kindly informed that all Masses at OLF that weekend will celebrate the Solemnity of the Assumption and fulfil the Holy Day of Obligation.

Saturday, 15 August
6.00pm – Sunset Mass (English)

Sunday, 16 August
6.30am – English Mass
8.30am – Tamil Mass
10.30am – English Mass

The Rosary will be prayed at the usual times before Mass.

As we celebrate Mary’s Assumption into Heaven, may her life of faith and complete trust in God inspire us to remain faithful to Christ and to look with hope towards the promise of eternal life.

Our Lady assumed into Heaven, pray for us.

Feast of St Tarcisius – Celebrating Our Altar Servers and EMHC

The Feast of St Tarcisius will be celebrated at OLF on Saturday, 15 August 2026, with a special gathering honouring our Altar Servers and Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion (EMHC).

St Tarcisius, who gave his life rather than allow the Blessed Sacrament entrusted to him to be desecrated, remains a powerful witness to love and reverence for the Holy Eucharist.

9.00am – Holy Hour
10.00am – Holy Mass
Followed by brunch

As we give thanks for those who serve at the altar and in the ministry of Holy Communion, the witness of St Tarcisius invites each of us to reflect:

How deeply do we value the Eucharist in our own lives?

St Tarcisius, pray for us.

Holy Hour for Those Who Have Lost Their Lives

The Church of Our Lady of Fatima will hold a special Holy Hour on Friday, 31 July 2026, offering prayers for all those who have lost their lives through tragedies, accidents, natural disasters and other calamities, as well as those whose lives have ended through suicide.

During this time before the Blessed Sacrament, those gathered will entrust the departed to the infinite love and mercy of God, praying that He may receive them into His eternal peace.

The Holy Hour will also remember their families, friends and loved ones, particularly those who continue to carry the sorrow of sudden or unexpected loss. May they find consolation, strength and hope in the presence of Christ.

Parishioners and friends are warmly invited to join this special time of prayer and remembrance.

BEC St. Valentine Joins the Perjalanan Salib in Prayer

Five members of BEC St. Valentine from Happy Garden recently took part in the Perjalanan Salib – the Journey of the Cross, responding to the parish’s invitation for every Basic Ecclesial Community (BEC) to spend time in prayer before the Cross.

Gathering with fellow BECs from the Old Klang Road, Brickfields and Puchong zones, they joined in praying the Rosary, with each BEC leading one decade. Together, they offered prayers for the Malaysia Pastoral Convention 2026 (MPC) and for the intentions of the Church.

Following the time of prayer, members of BEC St. Valentine shared that the experience had been uplifting and spiritually enriching. They spoke of experiencing God’s grace and the comforting presence of the Holy Family and the Holy Spirit as they journeyed together in prayer.

The Perjalanan Salib continues to provide an opportunity for the parish’s Basic Ecclesial Communities to gather in faith, pray together and deepen their relationship with Christ as the parish journeys towards the Malaysia Pastoral Convention 2026.

BEC St. Francesco Spends an Evening in Prayer Before the Perjalanan Salib

As part of the parish’s invitation for every Basic Ecclesial Community (BEC) to spend time in prayer before the Perjalanan Salib – the Journey of the Cross, four members of BEC St. Francesco (BB2) gathered on Friday, 24 July, for an evening of prayer and reflection.

During their visit, they prayed for the Malaysia Pastoral Convention 2026 (MPC), remembered the intentions of their BEC, and prayed a decade of the Rosary. They also wrote their personal petitions and placed them in the petition box before spending time venerating the Cross in quiet prayer.

The evening concluded with the parish Holy Hour, where they joined the community in prayer before the Blessed Sacrament.

Afterwards, they shared that the quiet time spent in the presence of the Cross and the Blessed Sacrament had been uplifting and deeply meaningful.

The parish continues to encourage its Basic Ecclesial Communities to take part in the Perjalanan Salib, offering time for personal prayer, reflection and intercession as together we journey towards the Malaysia Pastoral Convention 2026.

Archdiocesan Prayer Ministry Pilgrimage Concludes with Thanksgiving Mass

The Kuala Lumpur Archdiocesan Prayer Ministry concluded its pilgrimage to St. Anne’s Minor Basilica, held from 24 to 26 July 2026, with a spirit of gratitude, prayer and renewed faith.

Throughout the three-day pilgrimage, participants united in prayer for the needs of the Church and the faithful, remembering especially those who are sick and in need of God’s healing grace.

A Thanksgiving Mass was celebrated at the Church of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Butterworth, where special prayers were offered for those bearing the names Anne and Joachim, in conjunction with the Memorial of Saints Joachim and Anne.

The congregation also prayed for the eternal repose of former priests who had served the parish, as well as priests who originated from the parish, remembering Fr. George Belleville, Fr. Alexander Edwin, Fr. Gregory Hwatt, Fr. Michael Sinappan, and Fr. Pathinathan with gratitude for their faithful service to the Church.

The Archdiocesan Prayer Ministry extends its heartfelt appreciation to Fr. Dominic Santhiyagu, Fr. David Lourdes, and Fr. Bernard Hyacinth for their gracious hospitality in welcoming the pilgrims. Special thanks are also conveyed to Philo, the parish sacristan, for the diligent & dedicated service in preparing the liturgical celebration.

The pilgrimage concluded with thanksgiving for the many graces received and with prayers that all participants would return home renewed in faith and strengthened to continue their Christian journey.

Day 5 of the Perjalanan Salib: Discovering the Greatest Treasure

The Perjalanan Salib – the Journey of the Cross continued on its fifth day as the parish joined Catholics throughout Malaysia in praying for the Dioceses of Keningau and Sandakan.

Providentially, the day also marked the World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly, celebrated on the Memorial of Saints Joachim and Anne, the grandparents of Jesus. In his homily, Fr. Michael Adawai invited the faithful to reflect on the theme: “The Wisdom of Prayer and the Gift of Generations,” reminding the congregation that the faith we possess today has been handed down through generations of faithful witnesses.

The liturgical readings centred on the question: What is life’s greatest treasure?

In the First Reading (1 Kings 3:5–12), the young King Solomon chose not wealth or power, but the gift of wisdom – a discerning heart capable of leading God’s people according to God’s will.

The Responsorial Psalm echoed this desire, proclaiming that God’s law is more precious than silver or gold.

In the Gospel (Matthew 13:44–52), Jesus compared the Kingdom of Heaven to a hidden treasure and a pearl of great value, teaching that nothing compares to the joy of discovering and following Him.

Drawing these readings together, Fr. Michael reminded the faithful that while the world often measures success through possessions and achievement, the greatest treasure is found in a life rooted in wisdom, prayer and faith. He also encouraged the congregation to cherish parents, grandparents and the elderly, describing them as living witnesses whose sacrifices and steadfast faith continue to strengthen families, the Church and society.

The readings also gave deeper meaning to the Perjalanan Salib itself. The Journey of the Cross calls every Christian to seek the treasure that truly lasts – not material wealth, but Christ Himself. Each stage of the journey invites the faithful to grow in wisdom, embrace God’s will, and hand on the gift of faith to future generations.

As the Perjalanan Salib continues towards the Malaysia Pastoral Convention, may our hearts remain fixed on Christ, the greatest treasure we can ever possess, and may we continue to pray for the Dioceses of Keningau and Sandakan as they journey together in faith, hope and love.

Perjalanan Salib: St Faustina BEC and St Anthony of Padua BEC Unite in Prayer

Members of St Faustina BEC and St Anthony of Padua BEC (Pantai Zone) gathered at the Church of Our Lady of Fatima on 25 July 2026 to participate in the Perjalanan Salib, joining the nationwide spiritual preparation for the Malaysia Pastoral Convention (MPC) 2026.

Centred on the theme, “Celebrate, Listen, Walk – that we may walk together as Christ’s people: listening, discerning and loving,” the gathering provided an opportunity for prayer, reflection and communal discernment.

Participants reflected on the four pastoral thrusts of the Convention—Church, Society, Family and Ecology—and offered prayers for the unity of the Church, the poor and marginalised, migrants, peace in the nation, those burdened by suffering, missionary discipleship, and all who are sick, elderly or affected by ecological challenges.

The community also prayed the Holy Rosary, the Prayer for the Malaysia Pastoral Convention, and invoked the intercession of St Helena of the Cross.

The gathering strengthened the spirit of fellowship within the BEC community and reminded participants that authentic discernment calls the faithful to journey more closely with God, grow in self-awareness, and walk together with one another in faith and love.

BECs Unite in Prayer at the Perjalanan Salib

Members of several Basic Ecclesial Communities (BECs) from across the parish came together on 25 July 2026 to participate in the Perjalanan Salib, gathering in prayer throughout the day as one family in Christ.

The day commenced at 8.30am with members of St Faustina BEC and St Anthony BEC (Pantai Zone). At 10.00am, members from St Jacinta, St Augustine and St John Paul II (Brickfields Zone), St Thérèse of Lisieux (Puchong Zone), and St Valentine and St Jude (Old Klang Road Zone) continued the devotion. The day’s programme concluded in the evening with St Paul BEC, accompanied by Fr. Michael Adawai.

Throughout the various sessions, participants prayed the Holy Rosary, recited the Prayer to St Helena, sang hymns, and offered prayers for the sick, the suffering, the abandoned, and all who are in need of God’s mercy, healing and comfort.

The communities also united in prayer for the Malaysia Pastoral Convention, which will take place in Sibu this September, asking the Holy Spirit to guide its deliberations and bear abundant fruit for the Church in Malaysia.

The bilingual recitation of the Rosary in English and Tamil served as a visible reminder of the universality of the Catholic Church and the unity shared by the faithful despite differences in language and background.

The gathering reflected the mission of the Basic Ecclesial Communities to nurture faith through prayer, fellowship and mutual support, as parishioners continue their pilgrimage together with Christ.

Minor Basilica of St Anne | 24 July 2026

This afternoon, in the Adoration Chapel of the Minor Basilica of St Anne, I am offering my prayers for all our parishioners, friends, benefactors, and especially for our sick brothers and sisters.

Through the powerful intercession of Saints Joachim and Anne, may the Lord hear our prayers, pour out His abundant blessings upon us, and grant healing, strength, and comfort to all who are in need.

– Rev. Fr. Andrew Manickam