Archbishop Julian Leow
By Herald Malaysia
Sep 5 2023
KUALA LUMPUR – The Archdiocese of Kuala Lumpur will hold its pastoral assembly on October 14, with the theme ‘Rebuild our Church’.
The one-day event will be held at the Church of St Francis of Assisi in Cheras and is expected to gather a total of 450 delegates from all the parishes and various ministries throughout the archdiocese.
“We thank Almighty God for the opportunity of dialogue and listening through the many Parish Pastoral Assemblies (PPA) and the Synodal journey initiated by Pope Francis. Following the comprehensive engagement in the local synodal procedure and PPAs across the archdiocese, we embark on the subsequent stage of our expedition toward forging a cohesive Malaysian Church. This procedure has endowed us with an understanding of current trends, urging us to translate this understanding into tangible actions and missions,” said Archbishop Julian Leow in his pastoral letter dated August 10.
The Archdiocesan Pastoral Assembly (APA) serves as a pivotal juncture for representatives to delve into three salient areas that emerged from the PPA and Synod process: Relationship, Leadership, and Formation. The day’s programme includes workshops, insightful speeches, and interactive discussions to exchange ideas and learn from each other’s perspectives.
“As we progress towards the Malaysia Pastoral Convention in 2026, the Bishops of Malaysia, in collaboration with the steering committee, have carefully considered the specific focal points of Family, Church, Ecology, and Society. This focus aligns with the overarching vision of the Catholic Church in Malaysia uniting as clergy, religious, and laity to commemorate, listen, and journey in the radiance of the Lord (cf. Isaiah 2:2-5),” said Archbishop Julian.
Due to the clergy’s participation and commitment throughout the assembly, sunset Masses will not be celebrated across the archdiocese on October 14. Instead, the sunset Mass will be livestreamed that evening from the venue. The faithful are invited to join in the Eucharistic celebration online. On Sunday, October 15, Masses will resume in the Klang Valley parishes and wherever feasible. For specific information, kindly check with your respective parishes.
In conclusion, the prelate expressed hope that the presence and contributions of the delegates will build a strong foundation, create meaningful connections, and foster a spirit of unity that will have a lasting impact on our churches and the wider community. – Herald Malaysia
