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28th SUNDAY OF THE YEAR
11th October 2026
| 1 | A NATIONWIDE HUMANITARIAN APPEAL TO SUPPORT THE FLORES EARTHQUAKE AND NEPAL FLOOD VICTIMS – The Catholic Bishops’ Conference Of Malaysia (CBCM) is appealing to all Catholics to contribute generously towards this Humanitarian Aid for the victims of disasters in Flores and Nepal. Starting from this weekend until Monday, 12th October, parishioners can support this just cause by making donations via online transfer or the QR code provided OR to the RHB Bank account stated below:
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| 2 | OCTOBER ROSARY – October Rosary recitation at the BSC Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes are as follows: • Rosary in Chinese: 7.30pm – 8.00 pm • Rosary in English: 8.00pm – 8.30 pm During weekends, Rosary will be recited in the Church 30 minutes before Mass begins. |
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| 3 | CATHOLIC RELIGIOUS RADIO BROADCAST – in English by Fr. Mark Noel Bonchol will be on the air (RedFM 91.9) this Sunday, 11th October, at 9:15 pm. | ||
| 4 | 50th GOLDEN JUBILEE CELEBRATION – A Mass of Thanksgiving and Eucharistic Celebration will be held on Sunday, 18th October, at 4:00 pm at St Joseph’s Cathedral, followed by a Eucharistic Procession to the Waterfront area. All are welcome! | ||
| 5 | The 5th ANNIVERSARY OF THE PASSING OF OUR LATE FORMER RECTOR, FATHER DATO LAWRENCE CHUA – falls on Saturday, 24th October. The Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Friday, 23rd October at 6.00 pm. All are invited to join us in prayer for the repose of his soul. | ||
| 6 | COMBINED REQUIEM MASS FOR OCTOBER – will be celebrated on Friday, 23rd October at 6.00 pm. Hand in request to the Parish Office by Wednesday, 21st October. | ||
| 7 | COMBINED REQUIEM MASS FOR NOVEMBER – will be offered for all souls of the faithful departed on All Souls’ Day (2nd November) and on every Friday in the month of November. Please submit to the Parish Office your prayer intentions by Tuesday, 27th October using the Forms available at the Church entrance and Parish Office. | ||
| 8 | SOLEMNITY OF ALL SAINTS – The Solemnity of All Saints falls on Sunday, 1st November. Masses will be celebrated according to the usual Sunday Mass schedule. | ||
| 9 | COMMEMORATION OF ALL SOULS – falls on Monday, 2nd November. The Mass time are:
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| 10 | COMBINED REQUIEM MASS FOR NOVEMBER – will be offered for all souls of the faithful departed on All Souls’ Day (2nd November) and on every Friday in the month of November. Please submit to the Parish Office your prayer intentions by Tuesday, 27th October using the Forms available at the Church entrance and Parish Office. | ||
| 11 | CALLING FOR ALL CAROLLERS! – Emmaus Youth Ministry is inviting youths to join their Christmas gatherings every Friday, from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm, at St Monica Room (B206), Level 2, Block B, Blessed Sacrament Church. They are also recruiting musicians and singers who are interested in serving and joining their music ministry. For more information or to join, please contact Lara at 017-336 8442. | ||
| 12 | ONGOING CONSTRUCTION WORK – Please note that construction work is still ongoing at the two church entrances (Gates 2 and 3). For everyone’s safety, please follow the directions given by the church wardens and RELA team. Kindly drive slowly within the church compound and refrain from honking. Thank you for your patience, cooperation, and understanding. | ||
| 13 | LADIES’ TOILET – Please be informed that the Ladies’ Toilet is currently closed due to ongoing works. Please use the Block A, 1st Floor Toilet or the Elderly Toilet at Block B. We apologise for any inconvenience caused. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. | ||
| 14 | MANDARIN BIBLE SEMINAR: “DIFFERENT WAY OF READING THE BIBLE” – will be conducted by Fr. Tarsisius Sigho, SVD, Chairman of the Federation of Catholic Chinese Bible Associations (Chinese Bible Federation), Wednesday, 21st October, at 7:45pm, at 1st Floor, Grand Hall, Blessed Sacrament Church.
All parishioners, especially those who desire to know and encounter the Word of God more deeply, are warmly invited to participate. No registration is required and love offerings are welcome. |
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| 15 | “MARIAN TALKS” (IN ENGLISH) – The Faith Formation Committee of the St. Joseph’s Parish Pastoral Council is organizing a series of “Marian Talks” in conjunction with the Month of the Holy Rosary. The talks will be held on 1st, 8th, 15th, 20th and 29th October at the Cathedral 7.30pm onwards, and will be conducted by the seminarians from St. Peter’s College. These talks will explore the Catholic Church’s deep devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary and provide an explanation of the four Marian dogmas: Mary, Mother of God (Theotokos), Mary’s Perpetual Virginity, The Immaculate Conception and The Assumption of Mary. Each session will conclude with the recitation of the Holy Rosary, offered in honour of the Month of the Rosary.
Come and deepen your understanding of our Catholic faith and discover the beautiful role of Mother Mary in the life of the Church. All are welcome! |
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| 16 | CHOICE KUCHING 40th ANNIVERSARY –
CHOICE Kuching will celebrate an Opening Mass and a Thanksgiving Mass on Friday, 23rd October, at 4:30 pm at St. Peter’s Church, Padungan. This Mass will serve as the Opening Mass for the CHOICE International Conference Malaysia 2026 and a Thanksgiving Mass marking 40 years of CHOICE Kuching. The celebrations will continue with the 40th Anniversary Gala Dinner on Saturday, 24th October, from 5:30 pm to 10:00 pm at Li Garden Restaurant, CityONE Megamall, Kuching. The theme for the dinner is “RAINFOREST”, and tickets are priced at RM88 per person. For enquiries, please contact Irence Kuek at 016-870 9828. All are welcome to join CHOICE Kuching in these two special celebrations. |
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| 17 | CHOICE KUCHING 40th ANNIVERSARY – CHOICE Kuching will celebrate an Opening Mass and a Thanksgiving Mass on Friday, 23rd October, at 4:30 pm at St. Peter’s Church, Padungan. This Mass will serve as the Opening Mass for the CHOICE International Conference Malaysia 2026 and a Thanksgiving Mass marking 40 years of CHOICE Kuching. The celebrations will continue with the 40th Anniversary Gala Dinner on Saturday, 24th October, from 5:30 pm to 10:00 pm at Li Garden Restaurant, CityONE Megamall, Kuching. The theme for the dinner is “RAINFOREST”, and tickets are priced at RM88 per person. For enquiries, please contact Irence Kuek at 016-870 9828. All are welcome to join CHOICE Kuching in these two special celebrations. |
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| 18 | 2026 “I AM” ALPHA CATHOLIC YOUTH LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE – KAYC and Alpha Malaysia are partnering up for a 2-day youth leadership conference, taking place on 14th – 15th November at ACCPC. Plenary sessions will be in English; workshops in English, Chinese & BM. Key speakers include Archbishop Simon Poh and Rev. Fr. Clarence Devadass, the Chancellor of Archdiocese of KL. Early bird registration is until 30th September, at RM30. Normal ticket at RM50. If you are searching for identity, purpose, and what it means to lead, this is where you want to be!
Further info/queries: 014-3923420 Joyce (AM) or 011-27710012 Sing (KAYC). Register: https://forms.gle/eHVF6umkAT6anfAM9 |
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ADVENTure 2026 – YOUNG ADULTS ADVENT RETREAT – Kuching Archdiocesan Youth Commission (K.A.Y.C.) is inviting young adults to a silent retreat with the theme “DREAMS of DON BOSCO” from 4th to 6th December (Friday to Sunday) at the Badul Homestay, Kampung Badul Singai, Bau. This weekend retreat will be facilitated by Fr Delphin Kahemba Ndungu, SDB and Father Ramon Borja, SDB. It provides an opportunity for the participants to delve deeper into their hearts — to seek the Lord, to love and serve him more faithfully. Participants are limited to 18 persons only, on a first come, first served basis and a fee ranging from RM120 to RM130 per person will be collected to defray expenses. The deadline for registration is Friday, 20th November. For further information and registration, please scan the below QR code. |
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| 20 | APPEAL FOR DONATION TO THE KUCHING CATHOLIC CEMETERIES & COLUMBARIA SERVICES (KCCCS) – The Custodian of KCCCS is appealing for your generous donation for the maintenance and upkeep of our Catholic cemeteries and improvement of its facilities. Donations may be handed online to The Archbishop of Kuching Maybank Account # 5112 5200 0808 remark “for KCCCS” or drop KCCCS envelopes to the collection bags. |
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THE BUNAN RESILIENCE PROJECT is a pilot project of the Archdiocese of Kuching to support the farmers of Bunan by marketing their produce in Kuching. By doing so, we help them to remain economically resilient in the face of growing uncertainties. Visit www.kuchingcjc.com and order fresh, locally-grown produce for your family while supporting an entire community! Orders received by Thursday noon each week can be collected on Saturday mornings at either the ACCPC car park (St. Joseph’s Cathedral ground) OR Holy Trinity Church, Kenyalang. Payment is by cash during pick-up. In the future, we hope to establish more pick-up centres at other parishes. Come support the Bunan Resilience Project TODAY! |
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THE 5-YEAR “PROTECT OUR EARTH, PROTECT OUR CHILDREN” (OR PROTEC 2.0) CAMPAIGN TITLED “REGENERATE!” will run until the year 2030. Between now until 31st August 2026, the Malaysian Church will focus on the Regeneration of Flora and Fauna, preserve biodiversity, natural habitats, support wildlife conservation, and say ‘NO’ to consumption of endangered wildlife or products. More information is available on our Parish website. |
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FOR INFORMATION |
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| FORMED: FREE ONLINE CATHOLIC FAITH RESOURCES Please refer below for instruction to register for free at FORMED.org/signup and download the FORMED App to your phones where you can access the best Catholic audio talks, Christian movies, e-books and study programs at your fingertips to help you grow in your faith, in relationships with family, find deeper peace with God and share your belief with others.
Steps to register at Formed:
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 CATHOLIC FUNERAL & BURIAL SERVICE – The Catholic Mutual Benefit Society of the Kuching Archdiocese provides assistance to bereaved families at the time of death. Their services include providing advice regarding Christian rituals, cemetery plots, columbarium, caskets, transportation, arrangement for funeral masses, wake prayers for the dead, etc.
For more information regarding membership or in time of need / bereavement, Catholics are advised to contact the following persons for assistance to avoid unnecessary hassle and confusion with regards to Catholic funeral rites and services: CMBS Office: Beatrice Mary Goh (Tel: 082-244 493) |
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