New church in Kota Padawan to be blessed on Feast of St Ann

The parish of St Ann will celebrate her 50th Golden Jubilee and dedication of the new St Ann’s Church on July 26.

Archbishop Simon Poh, together with the priests, religious, visitors and parishioners of St Ann will celebrate the event with an opening ceremony at 6.30pm, followed by Mass at 7.00pm.

In conjunction with the Golden Jubilee of St Ann’s Church, the St Ann Golden Jubilee Committee will be organising the usual Zone Community Day (ZCD) from April till June. This event will be spread over several locations. The aim of this event is to help the parishioners foster community spirit and build up unity within the parish. All parishioners, both within and outside St Ann, are welcome to join the Zone Community day activities.

Since September 2014, the parishioners of St Ann have waited for almost 39 months for the completion of the new Church. The new St Ann’s church, which is situated at the intersection of Jalan Landeh and Jalan Puncak Borneo, Kota Padawan, can accommodate as many as 3,500 parishioners, both at the ground level and the mezzanine floor.

There are good and fond memories of the Baruk that was considered as the “Mother Church” for many who came from near and far to worship. After having worshipped at the Baruk, which is situated at the top of a small hill since the late 60s, it is time to move on and begin a new history in the life of the parishioners of St Ann. The last Mass was celebrated on 18 March.

The shift to the new St Ann’s Church premises began on March 19 which coincided with the feast of St Joseph. The Day Chapel behind the Main Church will be used for the celebration of daily Masses on weekdays and other occasions like weddings and funerals. However, the administration and religion classes will continue to be held at the Baruk area until the completion of Phase 2.

Article reproduced from Herald Malaysia online