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Herald Malaysia
02-05-2025
- General
- Herald Malaysia
Exploring Lent through children's eyes
The liturgical and catechetical ministries of the Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus recently collaborated to hold a unique and meaningful event specially designed for children aged 7 to 12. May 02, 2025 The children participating in the Way of the Cross specially curated for them. KUALA LUMPUR: The liturgical and catechetical ministries of the Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus recently collaborated to hold a unique and meaningful event specially designed for children aged 7 to 12. Titled Exploring Lent – Children's Way of the Cross, the Lenten programme took place on April 12 and welcomed around 50 participants, including young children, their parents, catechists, and members of the liturgy team. This special initiative aimed to help children connect more deeply with the Passion of Christ in a way that speaks to their young hearts and minds. In line with the Jubilee Year of Hope, the event also emphasised the message that the Way of the Cross does not end in sorrow, but rather, in the joyful hope of the Resurrection. The day began with an interactive workshop where children and parents, guided by catechists, crafted their own crowns of thorns using brown paper and toothpicks. With beaming faces and enthusiastic hands, the children wore their handmade crowns, ready to begin their Lenten journey around the parish grounds. At each station, the children paused to reflect on the love Jesus has for us and how we, in return, can show our love for Him. Each station was made relatable through simple life applications: • Station 4 – Jesus Meets His Mother: Children were reminded of the importance of being obedient and loving to their own parents. • Station 7 – Jesus Falls a Second Time: A call to not complain especially when facing challenges at school or not to feel discouraged and wanting to give up at losing a sport or game. • Station 14 – Jesus is Laid in the Tomb: A beautiful reminder to have kind and generous hearts, like Joseph of Arimathea who gave Jesus his burial tomb. Adding a spiritual and serene dimension, the children were introduced to Taizé prayer, moving from one station to another, chanting the name of Jesus, led by a young guitarist from the parish choir team. This moment of prayerful reflection added a deep sense of reverence to the experience. To bring the Passion of Christ closer to home, a small exhibit displayed simple props and informative write-ups, allowing children to touch the statue of Jesus on the cross and to learn more about the crown of thorns, the whip, the nails, and the inspiring story of St Helena's search for the True Cross. The event concluded with the recitation of the Jubilee Prayer for Children, followed by a joyful potluck brunch lovingly prepared by parents and catechists — a fitting end to a morning filled with faith, family, and fellowship. This enriching journey reminded all present, especially the young ones, that while Lent leads us through Christ's suffering, it ultimately shines the light of hope, love, and resurrection into our hearts.
Yahoo
20-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Millions attend passion plays in Mexico City
The traditional Passion Plays in Mexico City have attracted more than 1 million people. On Good Friday, 1.4 million people participated in the celebrations in Iztapalapa, the district's mayor, Aleida Alavez Ruiz, posted on the platform X on Saturday. The crucifixion of Jesus was reenacted in the traditional Passion Plays in the impoverished district. They were also broadcast on the internet. The Holy Week programme includes a series of performances depicting the key moments of the Passion of Christ. It began last Sunday, Palm Sunday, which marks Jesus' entry into Jerusalem and ends on Easter Sunday with the resurrection of Jesus. The annual depiction of the suffering, death and resurrection of Christ was recognized in 2023 as an intangible cultural heritage of Mexico. The Passion Plays have been held since 1843. Ten years earlier, numerous residents of Iztapalapa had died due to a cholera epidemic. The survivors wanted to thank God for sparing them by depicting the suffering of Jesus. People also commemorated the suffering of Christ in other places in Catholic-dominated Latin America.
Yahoo
19-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Passion play draws more young people in NJ: ‘God would die for us'
PATERSON, N.J. – It's the real-life re-telling of a defining day for Christians around the world. 'It just really widens the perspective,' said Maximo Gaytan, a 16-year-old sophomore at Wayne Hills High School, portraying a disciple of Christ. He's one of many younger reenactors in Paterson's live-action rendition of the Passion of Christ on Good Friday. More Local News 'It's really important that us as teenagers serve as role models and leaders in faith so we can really affect others,' said Gaytan. Leaders of the Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist say there are more young people involved in the reenactment than last year. 'Some of the teenagers who are in the Passion of the Christ, I've seen them grow here for the past three to five years,' said Eleny Rivera, the church's youth leader. Jamil Sheha, 21, a college student transferring to William Paterson University, is playing the role of the devil. 'It's a hard part to play, said Sheha. ' It makes you feel different. You being a bad person to Jesus, knowing all he did for us, he died on the cross for us, it's hard to do it, but it's a part you have to do.' 'I want the kids, the teens, to know that this is their home and they're important members of the body of Christ, the Church,' said Monsignor Geno Sylva, Rector of St. John's Cathedral. Christians observe Good Friday as the day Jesus was nailed to the cross and died three days before his resurrection on Easter Sunday. Thousands come out to the cathedral every year to witness the power, and at times, brutality. In this City, Good Friday has become more than a day to reflect, but one to experience and share. 'Today's about seeing that it's almost too good to believe – that God would die for us, who are each imperfect,' said Sylva. 'But yet it's not too good to believe. That's why we try to make it so powerful.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
