On 11 February, the Church celebrates the 34th World Day of the Sick ( WDS). Pope Leo XIV encourages the Church to reflect on the theme: “The Compassion of the Samaritan: Loving by Bearing Another’s Pain.” Drawing on the well-known parable of the Good Samaritan (LK 10: 25-37), the Holy Father emphasises that compassion is a way of life – a love that approaches, stops, and shares in suffering. In our busy world today, we often overlook pain because we are caught up in our rou

For the month of February, the Holy Father, Pope Leo XIV, invites the whole Church to pray for children suffering from incurable diseases and for their families—that they may receive the medical care, love, and support they need, and that they may never lose strength or hope. This heartfelt intention reminds us of the deep vulnerability of children battling serious illnesses, and the heavy emotional, physical, and spiritual burdens shouldered by their parents and caregivers.

Lord God, You have gathered us as the Parish of St. Thomas the Apostle—a pilgrim people rooted in Your Word, nourished by the Eucharist, and united in love. Renew our vision to become a welcoming, prayerful, and compassionate community, faithful in our witness and generous in service. As we move forward, may we truly live what we celebrate, love everyone we meet, and courageously proclaim Jesus, Our Lord and Our God, in our homes, in our Parish, and in the world today. Mother

The Clergy Annual Pastoral Assembly (CAPA) was held at the Archdiocesan Pastoral Centre, Kuala Lumpur, from Monday, 12 January to Thursday, 15 January 2026. The theme was “To Become Shepherds After the Heart of Christ” (Jer 3:15). The gathering centred around listening and prayerful discernment on what it truly means to guide God’s people in a rapidly changing pastoral environment.   Drawing from the promise of Prophet Jeremiah, CAPA invited us to reflect on the heart of Chr

This weekend, the Church brings the Christmas season to a close with the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord. At the Baptism of Jesus, we witness the revelation of His identity as the Beloved Son. It also marks the beginning of His public mission, especially among the poor, the marginalised and the oppressed (cf. Luke 4:14–22). Christmas reminds us that God enters fully into our human life, sanctifying and calling us through baptism to live as His beloved children, bearing the l

New Year - 2026 - has begun! Yet the warm joy of Christmas still lingers among us. We are still in Christmastide, celebrating the magnificent truth of Emmanuel – God-With-Us! As the calendar turns to a new year, the Church gently invites us not to rush ahead too quickly, but to pause, to give thanks, and to reflect on each moment of our lives, especially on how God has faithfully accompanied us throughout the year that has passed. For our Parish, 2025 was truly a grace-filled

The Christmas Eve and Christmas Day Masses this year were truly overwhelming in the most beautiful way. The large turnout uplifted our hearts, and our celebrations were made even richer by the presence of our brothers and sisters from the Indonesian, Orang Asli, Sabahan, and Sarawakian communities. On Christmas Day, a special Mass was celebrated for the Bahasa Indonesia and Bahasa Malaysia speaking communities, and the Parish Hall was filled with faith, joy, and gratitude. A

The monsoon rains have severely affected our surrounding areas, particularly in Pekan, Maran, and Muadzam Shah. Heavy rainfall over the past week has raised water levels and caused road closures, making many areas inaccessible. As a result, I was unable to travel to celebrate Mass for the Orang Asli and Indonesian communities who live far from our Church of St Thomas, Kuantan. I sincerely hope that, in the coming week, conditions will improve and that I will be able to visit

From Tuesday, 9 December to Thursday, 11 December 2025, our dedicated Priests from the Archdiocese of Kuala Lumpur, together with volunteers from the Archdiocesan Catholic Prison Ministry (ACPM), visited prisons in Terengganu, Pahang, Selangor, and Negeri Sembilan. These visits, which will be completed on Monday, 15 December 2025, are part of our ongoing mission to bring hope, faith, and support to incarcerated individuals and their families. The Jubilee Year of Hope 2025 ser

As we light the second Advent candle, we are drawn once again to the deep longing in our hearts – the yearning to see Jesus Christ more lovingly, to welcome Him into our lives. This season prompts us to consider the “rough ways” and “winding roads” in our hearts that need straightening, and what worries, distractions, or sins hinder us from preparing a clear path for the Lord. In this sacred time leading to Christmas, the Church calls us to step away from the noise of our bus

Every year, the sacred season of Advent arrives quietly and swiftly. It is often overshadowed by the noise, lights, and rush around us. Yet the Church, in her wisdom, through the season of Advent, reminds us that God continues to come to us in silence, longing, and anticipation. As we cross the threshold into Advent, we are encouraged to slow down and rediscover the grace found in waiting. In a world that constantly urges us to rush, Advent whispers a different truth: Christm

This weekend, we celebrate the Solemnity of Christ the King, marking the final Sunday of Ordinary Time. This feast reminds us that Christ is the centre of our lives, the Ruler of history, and the One who leads our Parish community forward. Next weekend, we joyfully enter a new liturgical year (2025/2026) and begin Year A in the Lectionary cycle. The season of Advent opens before us – a sacred time of watchfulness, preparation, and renewed enthusiasm for the coming of the Lord

Pope Leo XIV, in his message for the World Day of the Poor (WDP) 2025, reminds us that our Christian hope is not founded on possessions or our own strength, but on God’s faithful love. The theme is “You, O Lord, are my hope” (Ps 71:5), which arises from deep suffering, yet is filled with trust and hope. This is the core of the Jubilee Year’s message: hope in God never disappoints because it is rooted in His mercy and sustained by the Holy Spirit. The Holy Father highlights th

As the Church of St. Thomas, the Apostle, Kuantan prepares to celebrate the 9 th World Day of the Poor (WDP) on Sunday, 16 November 2025 during the 10.30 am Mass, our hearts are filled with gratitude for the journey we have shared over the past four years (2022–2025). Each year, this celebration reminds us that faith finds its deepest meaning when it reaches out in love to those in need every day. In 2022 and 2023, our Parish joyfully celebrated the WDP on a grand scale, wit

Our Jubilee pilgrimage in this Holy Year of Hope has truly been a journey filled with grace – a living encounter with Christ, His Church, and His saints. We, thirty-six pilgrims from Malaysia, spent ten blessed days, travelling across Italy carrying in our hearts the prayer of the universal Church: “Hope does not disappoint.” (Romans 5: 5).   Our journey began in Rome, marking our first three-day visit to the heart of our faith. Passing through the Four Holy Doors – the Basi

We celebrated World Mission Day 2025 on 19 October. In his message, written on the Feast of the Conversion of Saint Paul the Apostle (January 25th), Pope Francis invites all Christians to become “Missionaries of Hope Among All Peoples,” echoing the Jubilee Year theme: “Hope does not disappoint” (Romans 5:5). He reminds us that every baptised person is part of the mission of the Church to share the hope of Christ with everyone, ensuring that the name of Jesus resonates in ev

We are deeply grateful to His Grace, Archbishop Julian Leow, for choosing our Parish not only as a pilgrimage destination but also as the venue for the October Clergy Monthly Recollection. It was truly heartwarming to welcome 55 Priests and two Brother Seminarians from the Archdiocese of Kuala Lumpur, together with the Archbishop himself, on Tuesday, 14 and Wednesday, 15 October 2025. Our Parish of St Thomas the Apostle in Kuantan feels truly blessed during this Jubilee Year

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