Category Perjalanan Salib 2026

One habit that has become part of my life is holding a crucifix as I fall asleep. Because I often struggle to sleep at night, the crucifix has become a quiet reminder that Christ is with me, even in the darkness and silence of the night.

On the opening day of the Perjalanan Salib, one particular moment touched me deeply. As I watched the volunteers together with Fr Andrew Manickam each place a hand on a small part of the cross during the procession, I found myself unexpectedly moved. It was a simple gesture, yet it spoke so profoundly to my heart.

At that moment, I was reminded that carrying the cross is never as easy as it appears. From the outside, it may seem manageable, but those who strive to follow Christ know that the cross often comes in the form of hidden struggles, silent sacrifices, disappointments, and daily perseverance. Yet the same cross that speaks of suffering also proclaims victory, for through the Cross, Christ conquered sin and death.

Every gesture throughout the opening day of the Perjalanan Salib brought back memories of the crosses I have carried in my own life. Many of those crosses were unseen by others, but God has been present in every step of the journey. Instead of seeing only suffering, I was reminded that each cross has become an invitation to trust Him more deeply.

The Holy Hour, the Rosary, the intercessions for the Archdiocese, and the community that gathered each day to walk this journey together all became channels of God’s grace. They reminded me that no one carries the cross alone. Christ walks with us, and through the prayers and presence of the Church, we are strengthened to continue the journey.

Although the days of the Perjalanan Salib seemed to pass by so quickly, they have left a lasting impression on my heart. I thank God for allowing me to be part of this beautiful pilgrimage of faith. It was not simply an event that I attended; it became another gentle reminder that every cross embraced with Christ is never the end of the story. Beyond every cross lies the hope and joy of the Resurrection.

My son who is not baptised followed me to mass on 28 July – it has been a very long time since he came to mass. We were there during rosary + some part of the adoration and I told him to lift all his pain and anxiety to our Lord who is present in the Blessed Sacrament.

After mass I asked him how he felt and he shared that he felt connected to Jesus when he prayed during Adoration – it’s something I knew he would feel since I have felt the powerful presence of our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament every time I attend Adoration or spend time in front of the Blessed Sacrament.

He was very moved and touched by Father Andrew’s sermon on “sacred wounds” – he never saw his wounds as sacred and his comment was that Father spoke from his heart and truly believed in what he shared.

To God be all glory, AMEN

~ Anon

I was the photographer for the first day of the Perjalanan Salib. As I tried my best to capture every meaningful moment for our Facebook page, I found myself focusing so much on getting the perfect shot that I was slowly missing the experience itself.

I kept hoping for that one perfect photograph, but somehow it never came. Instead, God was waiting to capture my heart.

As Fr Andrew and several others walked in procession towards the altar, something touched me deeply. It was not the procession itself, but the way every hand reached out to hold the wooden cross. Each person carefully supported it, helping to keep it balanced as they walked. I couldn’t take my eyes off that moment.

Then, when the cross was finally placed firmly on its stand, a question quietly arose within me:

“Lord, were You too heavy to carry? Or was it the fear of dropping You?”

As I looked at the cross standing so steadily before us, another thought came to my heart.

Perhaps that is what our lives are meant to be.

As we journey with Christ, carrying our crosses is never easy. We stumble. We struggle. Sometimes we are afraid we are not strong enough, or that we might fail Him. Yet when we finally reach the destination and place our burdens before God, our struggles no longer seem greater than the Cross itself. The Cross stands firm, unshaken, reminding us that Christ has always been stronger than the weight we carried.

Maybe the journey is not about how perfectly we carry the Cross, but about never letting go of it until we reach Him.

~ TS

The Perjalanan Salib – Journey of the Cross has been a time of prayer, reflection and grace for many members of our parish community. Along the way, some may have experienced moments of encouragement, renewal or unexpected encounters that have deepened their faith.

Fr. Andrew Manickam invites parishioners and friends to share these experiences so that they may become a source of hope and encouragement for others.

Whether it is a personal reflection, a memorable encounter, or a simple story of how God has been at work during the Perjalanan Salib, your testimony can inspire fellow parishioners and remind us that Christ continues to walk with His people.

Stories may be submitted through:

📱 Parish WhatsApp – 016-241 2252

📧 Church Email – fatimachurch@archkl.org

Selected submissions may be featured on the parish’s communication platforms to encourage and strengthen our community of faith.

Thank you for your participation in the Perjalanan Salib. May the Lord continue to bless you as we journey together as missionary disciples.

~ Fr. Andrew Manickam

The Church of Our Lady of Fatima warmly invites all parishioners to the final day of the Perjalanan Salib – the Journey of the Cross during its seven-day stay at OLF on Tuesday, 28 July.

Throughout the past week, parishioners, Basic Ecclesial Communities (BECs), ministries and visitors have come together before the Cross in prayer, offering their intentions for the Malaysia Pastoral Convention 2026 (MPC) and seeking God’s guidance for the Church in Malaysia.

Although the Perjalanan Salib will continue its journey to the next parish, its time at OLF concludes with an evening of prayer centred on Christ’s saving Cross and the hope it brings to all who place their trust in Him.

The evening’s programme is as follows:

6.30pm – Holy Hour
7.00pm – Holy Rosary
7.30pm – Holy Eucharist

Following Mass, all are invited to come forward to receive a special blessing with the Cross.

As the Cross continues its journey, may the faith, hope and renewal experienced during its stay at OLF remain with us, strengthening us in our Christian lives and in our preparations for the Malaysia Pastoral Convention 2026.

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.