Category Prayer

Some 190 parishioners and friends from 22 parishes across the Archdiocese of Kuala Lumpur gathered at the Church of St John Marie Vianney, Tampin, on Saturday, 5 September, to celebrate the World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation.

The outdoor Mass at the church grotto was celebrated by Fr. Andrew Manickam, Ecclesiastical Assistant of the KL Archdiocesan Creation Justice Ministry, and concelebrated by Fr. Albet Ariokasamy, Fr. Xavier Andrew, Fr. Edwin Peter and Fr. Anthony Robert.

In his homily, Fr. Andrew spoke about the need for ecological conversion, beginning with an awareness of ecological sin. He reflected on how nature, plants and animals can be mistreated or discarded without remorse when the consequences are not immediately felt, and spoke strongly about the seriousness of environmental destruction.

Drawing attention to the effects of climate change, including floods and the collapse of glaciers, Fr. Andrew encouraged everyone to recognise that even seemingly small actions matter — from picking up discarded plastic to planting trees.

Parish Priest Fr. Albet invited those present to explore the church grounds and spend time among its trees and plants. Many also visited the chikoo (sapodilla) tree planted at the church compound last May, while others spent time in prayer and reflection at the outdoor Stations of the Cross.

The young people added their own message through an entertaining skit encouraging greater care for creation.

As a reminder to carry that responsibility home, representatives of each of the 22 participating parishes received a potted plant for their parish.

The KL Archdiocesan Creation Justice Ministry expressed its gratitude to Fr. Albet, Fr. Anthony and the St John Marie Vianney parish community for their warm welcome and assistance, as well as to Fr. Xavier and Fr. Edwin for concelebrating the Mass and accompanying parishioners from Seremban and Port Dickson.

The gathering was a timely reminder that care for our common home begins not only with awareness, but with the choices each of us makes every day.

The Archdiocesan Prayer Ministry invites the faithful to participate in the Feast of St. Thérèse at the Church of St. Theresa, Nilai, on Thursday, 1 October 2026.

The theme for the celebration is “St. Thérèse’s Witness of Love with Mary.” The Eucharistic Celebration will begin at 7.00pm, followed by fellowship.

Transportation will be available with pick-up at SFA at 4.00pm, OLF at 4.30pm and SFX at 5.00pm. The transportation fee is RM30 per person.

Those wishing to participate may register with:

Rina: +6013 336 4248
Marilyn: +6017 328 6199

Payment may be made via Touch ‘n Go to Marilyn, account number 151814537132, with the reference IC Name – St. Theresa’s Feast.

Parishioners are invited to join the celebration and reflect upon St. Thérèse’s enduring witness of living the Christian life through simplicity, trust and love.

The Church of Our Lady of Fatima continues its monthly 13th Day Devotion on Sunday, 13 September 2026, commemorating the apparitions of Our Lady at Fatima, Portugal, in 1917.

September marks the fifth of the six apparitions to Lucia, Francisco and Jacinta. Through the message of Fatima, the faithful are continually called to prayer, conversion and a deeper relationship with Jesus.

The evening at OLF will begin with Holy Hour at 6.30pm, followed by the Holy Rosary at 7.00pm, a mini procession within the church at 7.30pm, and Holy Benediction at 8.00pm.

Parishioners are invited to join in prayer, entrusting the needs of the Church and the world to God through the intercession of Our Lady of Fatima.

The faithful are invited to join in prayer and Eucharistic Adoration on Friday, 28 August, remembering all those affected by natural disasters.

We pray especially for those who have lost their lives, for families grieving the loss of loved ones, for those who have lost their homes and livelihoods, and for survivors facing the difficult task of rebuilding their lives.

We also remember relief workers, emergency personnel and all those providing assistance to communities affected by disaster.

Friday, 28 August 2026

Dewan Fatima
7.00am – 12 noon: Holy Adoration

Church
6.00pm – 7.15pm: Holy Adoration
7.30pm – Holy Mass

Let us entrust all victims and their families to the Lord, praying that those who mourn may find consolation, those who suffer may find strength, and those rebuilding their lives may be sustained by hope.

In preparation for the Malaysia Pastoral Convention (MPC) 2026, the Church of Our Lady of Fatima will observe the Day of Fast and Prayer on Friday, 4 September 2026, in response to Archbishop Julian Leow’s call for the faithful to unite in prayer and seek the guidance of the Holy Spirit.

Parishioners are invited to gather at OLF for an evening of prayer before the Blessed Sacrament:

6.00pm – Adoration and Holy Hour
Rosary and Benediction
7.30pm – Eucharistic Celebration

The faithful are also encouraged to offer personal acts of fasting and prayer throughout the day for the intentions of the MPC and the Church in Malaysia.

Later that evening, Archbishop Julian Leow will pray before the Blessed Sacrament from 9.00pm to 10.00pm, and the faithful are invited to join him online.

May our shared prayer and fasting open our hearts to the Holy Spirit and strengthen the Church as we prepare for this important ecclesial gathering.

As we continue our monthly devotion commemorating the apparitions of Our Lady at Fatima, parishioners are invited to gather at OLF on Wednesday, 19 August 2026 for an evening of prayer in honour of Our Blessed Mother.

This month’s devotion recalls the fourth apparition of Our Lady of Fatima, which took place on 19 August 1917.

The evening will include:

6.00pm – Holy Hour
6.30pm – Holy Rosary
7.00pm – Novena to Our Lady of Fatima
7.10pm – Holy Benediction
7.30pm – Holy Mass, followed by a mini procession within the church

The message of Fatima continues to call us to prayer, conversion and a deeper relationship with Jesus.

Let us come together as a parish community, through the intercession of Our Lady of Fatima, to pray for the needs of the Church and the world.

Our Lady of Fatima, pray for us.

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.

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.