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Herald Malaysia
11-07-2025
- General
- Herald Malaysia
Strengthening parish service
A Chancery Training and Formation session for parish office administrators was held at the Archdiocesan Pastoral Centre, June 21. Jul 11, 2025 Fr Dr Clarence Devadass sharing the insights of procedural responsibilities and pastoral care. By Amanda PumalaA Chancery Training and Formation session for parish office administrators was held at the Archdiocesan Pastoral Centre, June 21. Organised by the Chancery Office of the Archdiocese of Kuala Lumpur, the event brought together 48 participants from 36 parishes. The session aimed to strengthen the foundations of parish communities by affirming the vital role and service of those who manage parish administration. Fr Dr Clarence Devadass, Chancellor of the Archdiocese, led the training, offering guidance and insight into both procedural responsibilities and pastoral care. Participants explored their vocation as Parish Office Administrators — a role that demands interaction with people through phone calls, walk-ins, and emails, both locally, within the diocese, and beyond. They serve as important representatives of the Catholic Church, carrying the Church's mission forward in everyday encounters. The session featured discussions on challenges faced by priests and administrators alike. Attendees were invited to reflect on the practical struggles of managing inquiries and requests and to collaborate on solutions. Emphasis was placed on proactive empathetic service: resolving issues, guiding parishioners, and implementing positive change within the Church community. Equally significant was the opportunity for administrators to connect in person. Many participants had long worked alongside one another by phone or email, but had never met face-to-face. This formation created space for conversation and mutual understanding, strengthening collaboration across parishes. Feedback following the training was overwhelmingly positive. Joan Bernadette from Christ the Light parish described the event as 'an inspiring and supportive session.' Margaret Raj from the Church of the Good Shepherd remarked that 'it was indeed a very fruitful session.' Daisy Raj from the Church of the Holy Rosary found 'the formation was informative.' The Chancery Training and Formation session achieved its goal: it renewed parish office administrators' sense of calling, enhanced their practical and pastoral competencies, and fostered connections that will enrich Catholic communities throughout the archdiocese.
The Star
22-04-2025
- General
- The Star
Catholics across Malaysia begin nine days of mourning for Pope Francis
PETALING JAYA: Catholics across Malaysia have begun nine days of mourning for Pope Francis, following his death on Monday (April 21) at the age of 88. In a chancery notice issued by the Archdiocese of Kuala Lumpur, archdiocese chancellor Rev Fr Dr Clarence Devadass expressed profound sorrow and reverence, announcing that the Holy Father had been called to 'the eternal embrace of the Father.' 'Pope Francis served faithfully as the Vicar of Christ on earth, dedicating his life to humility, mercy, and an unyielding devotion to the Gospel,' the statement read. Masses celebrated during the Easter Octave across the Archdiocese will include special prayers for the repose of his soul. A condolence book will also be made available at the Cathedral of St John the Evangelist in Kuala Lumpur, where members of the public are invited to pay their respects between 9am and 6pm daily. Churches have been encouraged to display a portrait of the late Holy Father and to organise public prayers and devotions – including the Rosary and Eucharistic Adoration – in his memory. 'We invite all the faithful – individually, as families, and in their communities – to offer heartfelt prayers, uniting with the church worldwide as we commend his soul to God's infinite mercy and love,' the statement read.
