TEMOH, Perak – In the spirit of Malaysia Day, faith came alive in Batu Empoh, Temoh, as some 50 Orang Asli Catholics from 15 families gathered at the village chapel on September 13 for a special Bible outreach programme.
The initiative sought to inspire a deeper love for Scripture and to remind participants that God’s Word is a guiding light for their lives. Mujor, head of the local Catholic community, welcomed everyone warmly, setting the tone for a day of prayer, fellowship, and joy.
The programme opened with prayer in Bahasa Melayu, followed by a reflection from a visiting Catholic from Kuala Lumpur, who spoke passionately about the power of Scripture: “All Scripture is God-breathed” (2 Tim 3:16-17) and “The Word of God is living and active” (Heb 4:12). Each family received a copy of the Al-Kitab and was encouraged to read it daily, discovering Jesus Christ as their guide and Saviour.
Practical love accompanied the spiritual nourishment — families received rice, milk, books, towels, pillows, and even holy water. The day was filled with laughter as the community enjoyed a balloon-blowing contest and colouring competition, with children beaming as they collected prizes.
In honour of Malaysia Day, miniature Jalur Gemilang flags were distributed, and the Orang Asli proudly waved them in celebration of their faith and nationhood.
The outreach ended with a closing prayer and a heartfelt commitment from the Kuala Lumpur group to return next year — their fourth visit in an ongoing journey of faith and friendship. The day closed with a tea fellowship, leaving hearts full of gratitude, hope, and renewed zeal to walk daily with God through His Word. – Herald Malaysia
