FEAST OF THE ASCENSION OF THE LORD JESUS

The Solemnity of Ascension of the Lord will be celebrated on Thursday, 29 May 2025. Masses are as follow:

i) 12.00 noon – Rosary, followed by Mass (English)

ii)  7.30 pm    – Rosary, followed by Mass (Multi-lingual)

 

INTERESTED IN BECOMING A CATHOLIC?

JOIN THE RCIA JOURNEY - BEGINNING JULY 2025

Are you, or someone you know, interested in learning more about the Catholic faith? The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is a process designed for adults who are not baptised, baptised in another Christian tradition, or baptised Catholics who have not received the Sacrament of Eucharist or Confirmation.

 

The next RCIA program will begin in July 2025. It is a time of prayer, reflection, and education on the teachings of the Church, leading to full initiation into Catholic Church.

 

If you feel God is calling you, or someone you know, to this journey of faith, we warmly invite you to enrol for the RCIA classes. For more information, please contact the respective person listed below or call our Parish Office at 09-5177106. Alternatively, you could email us at stthomas@archkl.org.

 

Language                               Contact person                         Contact Number

English                                    Catherine Lee                             019 - 950 3087

Mandarin                               Joseph Lee                                  019 - 9510532

Tamil                                       Maria Roach                               016 - 950 3076

BM                                           Sr Tauria                                      013 - 908 4578

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LENTEN COIN BOX

During the Lenten season, all catechism children were given coin boxes to make little sacrifice by saving coins for the less fortunate children living around the world. Please return the coin boxes to your respective catechism teachers by 4th Sunday of Easter on   11 May 2025.

 

THE DOMINIC VENDARGON AWARD 2025

The Yayasan Tan Sri Dominic Vendargon (YTDV) offers awards for students in our Parish who have accomplished outstanding results in:

i) SPM/Cambridge IGCSE /O-Level

ii) SPM/Cambridge IGSCE/O-Level with Bible Knowledge

 

Those who are eligible, please obtain the application form from the Parish Office. Submission closing date: Sunday, 29 June 2025.

 

ON LEAVE

Fr George will be away for a pilgrimage to Rome, starting from  13 May to 24 May 2025. During his absence, Masses and other activities will keep on as usual. Thank you.

 

SECOND COLLECTION –SPECIAL COLLECTION FOR GOOD SHEPHERD SUNDAY

There will be a special collection for Good Shepherd or Vocation Sunday on Saturday, 10 May and Sunday, 11 May 2025. The collection is for seminary formation and up-keep of the seminaries in Malaysia. Please contribute generously.

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NEW ARRIVALS AT "STAR OF THE SEA' GIFT SHOP

1. JUBILEE YEAR - PILGRIMS OF HOPE T-SHIRTS at RM15 each for all sizes.

2. Crystal candles of 20 hours (RM4) and 48 hours (RM6).​

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PARISH QR CODE 

From this weekend onwards, you can submit your contributions through the QR code displayed on your seating pew during the Mass collections.  The warden will also facilitate the Mass collection. Kindly review the provided details carefully before carrying out any transactions. Thank you for your cooperation! 

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​ST THOMAS GIFT SHOP

St Thomas gift shop is back in business.  There are some Holy pictures newly framed on sale.

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​​​​​​​​​VOLUNTEERS  ARE REQUIRED

The Liturgical Team seeks volunteers such as Lectors, musicians, choir members and other roles to enhance the ministry. Appropriate training will be provided. If you are interested, please contact Ms Christina Alex at 017- 920 5820 and Ms Venessa Alberto at 019-980 3998.

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​ITEMS ON SALE AT ST THOMAS CHURCH GIFT SHOP 

Temporarily while the church is undergoing refurbishing, the gift shop is closed until work is done.

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GUIDELINES CONCERNING THE ATTENDANCE AT MASS IN CHURCH 
Face Mask: We encourage Parishioners to wear face masks. However, using a face mask is strongly encouraged for persons who may be vulnerable to the Coronavirus and those with flu-like symptoms.

Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion:

• Holy Communion will continue to be given on the hand.

• Holy Communion ministers are strongly encouraged to wear face masks while distributing the Holy Eucharist to the recipients, just to safe guard the elderly, vulnerable and congregation. 

​Thank you for your consideration and co-operation.

​PRAYER MEETING
English Group meets every 2nd and 4th Monday of the month.
Time & Venue: 8.00pm – 9.15pm at St. Giles’ Room.

TAMIL CHARISMATIC
Date & Time: Every 1st & 3rd Thursdays of the month at 7.00 pm
Venue: St. Giles’ Room.
Contact person: Mdm. Rosemary (018−970 4467)

​FORMED (THE CATHOLIC FAITH ON DEMAND)
FORMED is a digital platform, powered by the Augustine Institute featuring 100% Catholic Resources catering to individuals, families, and parish communities. To get a free subscription, follow the steps below:

 

• Go to www.formed.org

• Click on ‘Sign Up’ 

• Click on ‘Sign Up as A Parishioner’ 

• Type ‘Archdiocesan Pastoral Centre’

• Type in your ‘Name’ and ‘Email’ 

• Check for a verification email from Augustine Institute if you need it.

In FORMED, you are accessible to thousands of Catholic video-based study programs, movies, documentaries, audio talks and audiobooks.
Happy learning!

​ST. THOMAS ADORATION ROOM
The Adoration Room (next to the Parish Office) is open from Monday to Saturday (7.00 am to 9.00 pm) and Sunday (7.00 am to 1.00 pm).

​KINDLY ADHERE TO THE FOLLOWING RULES WHILST IN THE ADORATION ROOM:

• Remove your shoes before entering the room.

• Maintain silence and reverence at all times.

• Genuflect at the Blessed Sacrament when entering the room.

• Do not touch the Tabernacle or Blessed Sacrament.

• Do not move fixtures in the room or take home any prayer books or prayer cards.

• Pray in silence and respect others.

• No phone, food or drinks are allowed.

​Thank you for your cooperation. Happy Praying!
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RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS (RCIA)

• Are you searching for God?

• Are you interested to know more about Catholicism?

• Are you a baptized Catholic but have not yet received the Sacraments of First Holy Communion and/or Confirmation?

• Are you a baptized Christian but wish to enter into full communion with the Catholic Church?

If you, or anyone you know, would like to know about the Catholic faith, please introduce yourself/them to the respective contact persons as listed below, or get in touch with the parish office.

Catherine Lee @ 019-950 3087 (English)
Agatha Chew @ 012-302 8588 (Mandarin)
Christina Alex @ 017-920 5820 (Tamil)
Jeffrine @ 0111-958 7223 (BM)