Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
Peace be with you
It is with a heavy heart that I write to you following the recent and devastating earthquake that struck Myanmar and Thailand. The destruction has been extensive – especially in Myanmar, where thousands have lost their lives, countless more have been injured or displaced, and entire communities, including Catholic parishes and missions, have been reduced to rubble.
In the face of such suffering and devastation, we, the Church in Malaysia, is called to respond – not only with compassion and prayers but with concrete acts of solidarity and hope. Let us unite our hearts with the people of Myanmar and Thailand during this painful time. Let us remember them in our prayers and respond generously to their urgent needs.
A Nationwide Humanitarian Appeal from 26th April – 31st May 2025
The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Malaysia (CBCM) is launching a nationwide humanitarian appeal, and we invite all faithful – clergy, religious, and laity – to participate in the following ways:
1. Donate to special 2nd Collection on weekend of Divine Mercy Sunday 26th -27th April 2025
2. Ongoing Donations until 31st May 2025
Additional donations can be made through:
• Parish Offices: Cash donations may be handed in at any parish office. These will be channelled to Caritas Malaysia.
• Online Transfers:
Duit Now QR code.
Account Name: Caritas Malaysia
Bank: RHB Bank
Branch: No. 380-A, Jalan Burma, 10350 Georgetown, Pulau Pinang
Account Number: 20708200054188
SWIFT Code: RHBBMYKL
Reference: “CaritasMy Myanmar Relief”
Notification: Kindly email your transfer slip to info@caritas.org.my
All donations received will be directed to Caritas Malaysia – the official social charitable arm of the CBCM – who will ensure that all your contributions are responsibly directed to trusted partners on the ground, with special attention to long-term rebuilding in communities most affected and often forgotten.
Let us, as Pilgrims of Hope, bring the light of Christ to those in darkness. May our generous response be a living testimony of the mercy of our Heavenly Father and the unity of the Body of Christ.
We also urge you to accompany your giving with earnest prayer – for the victims and their families, for all relief workers and volunteers, and especially for those who are suffering in silence and despair. Thank you for your unwavering faith, your compassion, and your witness to the Gospel in action.
With heartfelt gratitude and blessing,
Archbishop Simon Poh
President, Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Malaysia (CBCM)
Palm Sunday 13th April 2025
