Category Archives: Sept 2017

Misa hari kedua unite camp yang dirayakan oleh Rev Fr Stanley William 

Hari kedua dimulakan dengan Misa kudus yang diselebrankan oleh Fr. Stanley William. Dalam homili, beliau telah menekankan tentang iman seorang kristian serta menyatakan bahawa “iman tanpa perbuatan adalah mati”. Beliau juga membawa para peserta untuk berfikir bahawa adakah “iman mereka begitu kukuh untuk mengikuti Tuhan Yesus?”. Selain itu, beliau menyeru agar sentiasa berdoa untuk iman kristiani dan mengenal antara satu sama lain dalam Unite Camp ini agar dapat menyebarkan cinta kasih-Nya bersama di tempat masing-masing.

Rev. Fr. Stanley menyampaikan sesi

Sesi Mother Mary and Rosary membawa para peserta lebih mengenali Bonda Maria. Beliau menyeru agar semua peserta membaca buku-buku ajaran gereja kerana semua terkandung di dalam dokumen-dokumen ajaran katolik. Jika kita bercakap mengenai Bonda Maria, terdapat empat perkara yang amat penting yang perlu diketahui oleh semua. Perkara pertama iaitu ajaran Bonda Maria(Divine Motherhood). Beliau menyeru semua agar membaca konsili Efesus 4-1 dan konsili Kaunsedon 451. Kedua, Bonda Maria keperawanan Abadi yang membawa maksud Bonda Maria adalah tetap suci kerana dia melahirkan Tuhan Yesus melalui kuasa Roh Kudus. Ketiga, ialah dikandung tanpa dosa. Ajaran Bonda Maria yang terakhir ialah Bonda Maria diangkat ke syurga yang bermaksud Bonda Maria tetap menjadi perantaraan bagi kita semua. Seterusnya ialah mengenai sejarah doa Rosari. Asal usul doa Rosari tidak dapat ditentukan secara jelas. Ia terjadi mengikut tahap demi tahap dan digunakanya butir-butir sebagai alat bantu doa serta tradisi sejak zaman gereja awal. Pada abad pertengahan, butir-butir tersebut dipakai untuk menghitung doa Bapa Kami dan Salam Maria di biara-biara. Struktur doa Rosari berkembang pada abad ke-12. Pada waktu itu 50 doa Salam Maria dihubung kait dengan Mazmur untuk memperingati kehidupan Tuhan Yesus dan juga Bonda Maria dan pada abad ke-16 terbentuklah doa Rosario yang terbahagi kepada 5 dekad dan 3 peristiwa iaitu gembira, sedih dan mulia. Pada tahun 1221 Santo Dominic telah memperkenalkan doa Rosario kepada kita umat Katolik.

Sesi 2 iaitu “Kerana Allah yang mahakuasa telah melakukan perbuatan-perbuatan besar padaku,Namanya adalah kudus” yang disampaikan oleh Rev Fr David Garaman. Bapa suci Fransiskus di dalam pesanannya mengatakan kepada para muda-mudi agar sentiasa maju, harus sentiasa ke depan dan jangan memikirkan peristiwa-peristiwa yang lalu tetapi menjadi berani untuk masa depan sebagai belia-belia dan sikap berani yang mempunyai pengharapan hidup kita boleh ditemui di dalam diri Bonda Maria.

Perkongsian secara berkumpulan mengenai pesanan Bapa Suci baru-baru ini sempena hari belia sedunia yang ke-32

Perbincangan 5 pekara dalam pesanan Bapa Suci  dalam kumpulan 

Sing along

Sesi 3: Maria sebagai model iman dan murid yang sebenar 

Di dalam sesi ketiga yang disampaikan oleh Sr. Lilian Unsoh, Fsic telah menayangkan sebuah video mengenai Bonda Maria dan diikuti dengan sesi perkongsian selepas itu. Tayangan video ini menceritakan bagaimana Bonda Maria menjadi seorang ibu serta kehidupan Bonda Maria yang memberi gambaran kepada kita tentang imanNya.

Taklimat dan penerangan mengenai Team Dynamic(Game) yang disampaikan oleh Saudara Arjohn

Zumba bersama sebelum game dimulakan

Team Dynamic(Games)

Malam perdamaian yang dipimpin oleh Sr.Lilian Unsoh Fsic

Diakhiri dengan pengumuman dan doa malam serta menulis sebuah doa pada sebuah kertas berbentuk hati  untuk diletakkan pada pray station

Article reproduced from Diocese of Sandakan

(September 16, 2017 (Saturday), Sandakan St. Mary’s Basilica Chinese Coordinating Committee under the Sunday school to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the establishment of the Association, held “Fun Family Day.” The purpose of the event is to promote personal relationships; that is, to provide a happy platform for the family, so that parents put down the busy work, and the children spend a good time.

(山打根讯) 2017年9月16日(星期六) ，山打根圣玛莉主教座堂华文协调委员会属下主日学为庆祝华协成立30周年，举办“Fun 家庭日”。举办此次活动的目的是为了促进亲自关系；即为家庭提供一个欢乐的平台，让家长放下忙碌的工作，与孩子们共度好时光。

由于当天是公假，主办当局贴心的把节目安排在早上8.30。登记后，活动正式由上午9.00开始。曾彗心老师带领大家作开始祈祷后，沈尚美老师在李碧亮老师和申秀媚老师的协助下，带领大家以一首轻松快乐的“深深在我心”歌颂赞美上主，大家在三位老师的带领下学习该歌曲的手语，轻快的歌声及简单的手语使场面温馨和谐。

过后，华协副主席黄士南兄弟以轻快的语调与大家分享家庭之乐。大家一起享用简单的茶点后，紧接着是一连串的亲子游戏。游戏开始前，每个家庭都被分配相同数量的玻璃弹珠。他们必须在一个小时内到每一个设定的游戏站去赚取玻璃弹珠。当然，他们也必须交付相符的玻璃弹珠以开始玩游戏。

游戏后，大家有片刻的休息时间。之后，大家齐聚一室，开始了另一个活动，即“孩子一片心”。主办当局贴心地准备了精美的圣家照，让孩子们赠予其家长，抱抱家长，与家长讲些贴心的悄悄话。颁奖礼后，特别邀请几位家长分享其心情和感受。

中午12时，家长日在结束祈祷后画下完美的句号。

Article reproduced from Diocese of Sandakan

Article reproduced from Catholic Archdiocese of Kota Kinabalu

MEXICO CITY – The Mexican bishops’ conference have offered their prayers for those affected by the earthquake that hit Mexico City and the state of Puebla on Tuesday.

“We unite ourselves with the pain for the victims of the earthquake that happened today, September 19, 2017, in various places in our country,” they said in a statement.

“Thousands of hands have formed chains of life to rescue, feed and do their bit in these emergencies.”

The quake came on the 32nd anniversary of the 1985 earthquake that killed thousands, and came just hours after Mexicans held earthquake drills to mark the date.

The bishops pledged to work with authorities and charities to offer their assistance.

“We ask for the consolation of our Mother Mary of Guadalupe, so that through her intercession she may help and strengthen us in the reconstruction of our homeland.” – catholic herald

Article reproduced from Catholic Archdiocese of Kota Kinabalu

KOTA KINABALU –  The Sabah government has allocated RM31.44 million in financial aid to non-Islamic bodies and schools throughout the state this year.

The financial assistance will benefit 551 religious bodies, including churches, Chinese temples, Hindu and Sikh places of worship, and schools.

Of the sum, RM14.005 million is allocated for schools and another RM17.435 million will be distributed among the non-Islamic organisations, of which RM11,870,000 is for churches, RM5,295,000 for Chinese temples, and RM270,000 for Hindu and Sikh temples.

Aman said he was pleased to receive feedback that past allocations have been used efficiently, allowing places of worship and schools to make necessary repairs and extensions among others.

“We acknowledge that we cannot meet the amount for the total sum, which the schools and religious bodies have requested for, but let me assure you we have done our best to allocate what we can.

“With prudent financial management, the state government has been able to steadily increase this annual allocation,” he told attendees at the ceremony at which he handed over the 2017 financial assistance to the schools and non-Islamic bodies at the Hakka Hall here on 19 Sept 2017.

He noted that the special financial aid from state government has increased over the past 13 years.

According to records, the government had disbursed RM7.085 million financial aids to non-Islamic religious bodies and schools throughout Sabah in 2004. Last year, the government allocated RM31.398 million.

Musa handed over RM16.832 million to representatives of schools and non-Islamic religious bodies from the west coast division and RM1.22 million to the lower interior region.

“Along with Islamic bodies, you play an important role in promoting positive values in society,” he pointed out to the beneficiaries.

“I also encourage you to keep up your good work and to continue serving your schools and religious institutions to the best of your abilities,” he said.

Among those present were Archbishop John Wong of Kota Kinabalu, Bishop Melter Tais of Sabah Council of Churches, Deputy Chief Ministers Tan Sri Joseph Pairin Kitingan and Datuk Raymond Tan Shu Kiah, other Cabinet Ministers, Assistant Ministers, and other community leaders. – various sources

Article reproduced from Catholic Archdiocese of Kota Kinabalu

PAPAR – After the Sunset Mass, parishioners of St Joseph’s Church here gathered together to celebrate the 8^th priestly anniversary of assistant pastor Father Rayner Bisius at the Mother of Mercy open hall on 16 Sept 2017.

Fr Bisius, in his brief message, thanked everyone for the warm welcome accorded him when he arrived three months ago. He exhorted the parishioners to constantly pray for him and all priests in their priestly ministry.

Prior to that, Johnny Sitamin, chairman of the parish pastoral council, thanked everyone involved in preparing the event.

The evening programme included several solo and choral singing performances as well as traditional dances.

The night ended with a closing prayer and blessing by Fr Bisius.  – William Charles Mindus (SOCCOM Papar Limbahau)

Article reproduced from Catholic Archdiocese of Kota Kinabalu

PAPAR – Parishioners commemorated 54^th Malaysia Day with Holy Mass and flag-hoisting ceremony on 16 Sept 2017 at St Joseph’s Church here.

In his homily, Father Rayner Bisius read the National Day message from the Christian Federation of Malaysian (CFM) dated  28 Aug 2017 urging Malaysians to rise above petty self-interests.

This message is relevant to the current situation wherein both Papar and Limbahau Parishes are embarking on a critical pastoral programme Keluarga, KKD dan Gereja Ku (KKG) as a measure of tackling one of the three pastoral issues highlighted at the 2015 PAX Assembly.

Without a doubt one of the more serious threats is apathy. Fr Bisius said that no matter how many spiritual engagements, concerts, seminars, youth camps or countless retreats one has attended, all these would be meaningless if one does not pick up and carry one’s cross and use these spiritual activities to help others who are in need.

After Mass, all proceed to a simple flag hoisting ceremony outside accompanied by the SMK St Joseph Brass Band where everyone sang the National and Sabah State Anthems. – William Charles Mindus (SOCCOM Papar-Limbahau)

Article reproduced from Catholic Archdiocese of Kota Kinabalu

KUALA LUMPUR – Merdeka, merdeka, merdeka, merdeka, merdeka, merdeka, merdeka! Tunku Abdul Rahman shouted in joy and triumph on 31 August 1957.  Now, 60 years have passed and the people are still filled with the same spirit of merdeka joy and jubilation in celebrating the birth of  Malaya.

This year, the nation celebrated merdeka in a very unique way by calling religious leaders of all faiths to play an active role at Dataran Merdeka. A contingent of all faiths, comprising some 100 members was formed. Special thanks to the Unity Department of the PM’s office under the leadership of Tan Sri Joseph Kurup, the minister of unity and national integration.

After practices at different locations and at the Dataran, the march past finally took place on Merdeka morning.

In this contingent, there were representatives from the Muslim, Buddhist, Hindu, Christian, Sikh, Taoist and Bahai faiths.

There were two Catholic priests, three nuns, a pastor, lay Catholics and a few youths in the Christian group. Thanks to the Christian Federation of Malaysia (CFM) for coordinating the Christian group for the march. The atmosphere was very conducive for everyone to interact and promote peace and harmony.

Pastor Juining of the Anglican Church had this to say, “This historical march has enabled all of us to build bridges and be agents of peace and harmony.”

Ms Chong Hui Jun, Buddhist youth, expressed deep love and reverence in working and walking together with people of all faiths here.

“We are all now flowers of one garden,” said Mrs Mariamah from the Hindu group.

Overall, this year’s Merdeka celebrations, especially the march past and the presence of church leaders like Archbishop Julian Leow, Archbishop Emeritus Murphy Pakiam and hundreds of Christians with their pastors, was truly a remarkable experience for all to go on building the nation through dialogue and bridge building in daily life.

Article reproduced from Catholic Archdiocese of Kota Kinabalu

(Sesi pendaftaran Unite Camp 4.0)

”Kerana Allah Yang Mahakuasa melakukan hal-hal besar padaku. Sucilah Nama-Nya.”(Lukas 1:49), telah menjadi tema bagi program Unite Camp 4.0 kali ini yang berlangsung di paroki Katedral St. Mary Sandakan pada 31.8.2017-3.9.2017. Unite Camp kali ini lebih membawa semua peserta untuk lebih mengenali Bonda Maria. Seramai 95 peserta tidak  termasuk tim pelaksana yang telah  melibatkan diri dalam  program Unite Camp siri Ke-4 ini. Peserta-peserta kali ini datang dari setiap gereja dan paroki seperti Katedral St. Mary Sandakan, St. Mark Sandakan, St Martin Telupid, Our Lady Of Fatima Beluran, St Immanuel, Jaya Bakti, St Joseph, Nangoh, St Paul, Ulu Dusun, St Petrus, Sandakan, St Dominic, Lahad Datu, Holy Trinity, Tawau dan St Stephen, Tass Tawau.

(Pengacara pada hari pertama: Anna Teresa Peter Amandus)

( Penerangan mengenai Unite Camp 4.0 yang disampaikan oleh Saudari Anna Teresa & ice breaking bersama peserta unite camp 4.0)

(Gimik Pembukaan Unite Camp 4.0 dengan melepaskan belon berbentuk rosary ke udara)

(Doa pembukaan oleh Rev Fr Sunny Chung)

(Sedikit penerangan mengenai gimik pembukaan Unite camp 4.0 yang disampaikan oleh Sr.Lilian Unsoh, fcic kepada semua peserta)

(Sepanjang Gimik Pembukaan Unite Camp 4.0)

(Perarakan masuk kedalam dewan bersama statue Mother Mary selepas acara melepaskan belon  sambil menyanyikan lagu Ave Maria )

Selepas  itu, sedikit ucapan alu-aluan oleh coordinator  unite camp kali ini iaitu Saudari Carnivalyn Arbah dan juga dari Saudara Micheal Lai bagi mewakili Saudara Pilis Malim yang tidak dapat menghadirkan diri pada waktu itu.

(Misa Pembukaan yang dirayakan oleh Rev Fr David Garaman dan Rev Fr Sunny Chung)

Dalam homili Rev Fr Sunny Chung, telah  menyeru  kepada peserta-peserta Unite Camp 4.0 kali ini agar menanamkan  sikap dalam diri iaitu sentiasa tidak berhenti bersyukur kerana masih diberikan peluang dan masa untuk melihat kembali diri sendiri apabila berada di hadapan Tuhan. Beliau juga membawa peserta agar merenung semula apa yang mereka ingin cari dalam  program kali ini. Selain itu, Rev Fr Sunny Chung  juga menyatakan  bahawa “Perayaan Misa Kudus adalah puncak kerohanian kita”, oleh itu beliau berharap agar semua peserta unite camp 4.0 haruslah bersungguh-sungguh dalam penyertaan program kali ini dan mengenal Bonda Maria dengan lebih dalam lagi serta mendapat sesuatu yang baru dari program ini.

(Sesi reflksi diri sepanjang  satu  hari unite camp berjalan dalam kumpulan masing-masing yang disampaikan oleh saudari Anna Teresa)

(Ice Breaking dan lakonan oleh tim social tentang”halangan-halangan mengikuti camp belia)

Gambar beramai-ramai dan diakhiri dengan doa malam.

Article reproduced from Diocese center of Sandakan

KOTA KINABALU – A birthday celebration was held in advance for two senior priests at a local restaurant here on 17 Sept 2017.

Around 90 people gathered for the dinner organised for Father Felix Chung’s 80th birthday (Sept 22) and Father Francis Tsen’s 76th birthday (Sept 20) at the Mayflower Restaurant Jalan Bundusan.

It was a simple but joyful occasion with Frank Tham and team rendering some spiritual songs as befitting the occasion.

Born in Papar in 1937, Fr Chung was ordained on 14 Dec 1969 at Stella Maris Tg Aru.  He has endeared himself to many parishioners by his availability to serve them in times of bereavement and by his generosity towards the poor in the rural areas.

Fr Tsen was born in Tuaran in 1941.  He was ordained three years earlier than Chung on 9 Jan 1966 at Sacred Heart Jesselton (now Kota Kinabalu).  His speciality is in Sacred Scriptures. He has been serving in Ranau since 2010.

Article reproduced from Catholic Archdiocese of Kota Kinabalu