Religious share their charisms at Permatang Tinggi parish

Members of the Penang Diocese Association of Religious celebrated the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord 2018 over the February 2-4 weekend at the Church of the Holy Name of Mary, Permatang Tinggi.

It began at 4.30pm with Mass, one hour adoration at Domus St Anne, Bukit Mertajam, followed by a fellowship dinner.

On February 3, vocation promotion displays were set-up in the smaller of two halls, courtesy of Fr Augustine Wong, the Parish Priest of the Church of the Holy Name of Mary. Colourful banners, books, brochures, bookmarks and collar pins in one case, told the story of each Congregation.

Visitors over the next two days were led through the displays by the religious members who elaborated on the foundation and expansion of the respective congregation; its mission / vision and the outcome of their missionary efforts in the lives of the people they ministered. The whole mission field of the Church was covered, from apostolic to monastic, from children to elderly, from towns to villages, from Europe to Kelantan.

The religious priests, brothers and sisters participated in all the weekend Masses. They shared their personal vocation stories and it is hoped that it would have an impact on the listeners .

This year’s celebration has been different from previous years. Permatang Tinggi is fertile ground for promotion of priestly and religious vocations. The different language groups are vibrant, attendance at services is inclusive, parishioners come as families, breakfast fellowship cements bonding. They love the church, they love the liturgy and they love their parish priest. What a beautiful witness to the Catholic Church.

Article reproduced from Herald Malaysia online