St. Joseph's Church (Bukit Timah)

St. Joseph's Church (Bukit Timah)

5/28/2025, 3:10:47 AM

*AROUND THE ARCHDIOCESE* | *RETREATS & PRAYER* | 🙏🤰 *Pro-life Rosary Prayer* By Pregnancy Crisis and Support: A service of family life 12th of every month @ 8.30pm Via Zoom: - Meeting ID: 843 8478 8808 - Passcode: 121225 Come and join us to pray together. 🙏🏼 *Catholic Prayer Society Lunchtime Masses* Wednesday 12:15pm: - Medical Alumni Association, 2 College Road, Level 1 Theatrette - International Plaza, 10 Anson Rd, #31-06, only U Space. Friday 12.15pm: - One Raffles Quay Level 49 North Tower ** Masses for the *Solemnity Of The Ascension Of The Lord* are available in all 3 venues at _12.15pm_ on _29 May (Thurs)_ Visit us at https://www.cps.org.sg 🙏 *Hope Retreat* For young adults (18-35 years old) Date: 6-8 June (Fri-Sun) Time: 7pm – 6.30pm (Stay-in) Fee: $119.90 Venue: Catholic Spirituality Centre Register at https://bit.ly/hoperetreat1 Registration till _2 June 2025_ We invite you to experience a personal encounter with the True and Living Hope – allow him to tear down your idols that offer mere fleeting promises. Come and build a strong foundation of Hope through worship, prayer and delving deeply into God’s Love. 👩👦 *YCS June Camp 2025: The One Who Calls* The Young Christians Students Movement Singapore (YCS) invites you to YCS Camp 2025! Date: 18 – 21 Jun Time: 8am-6pm (Stay-in) Venue: Church of Divine Mercy, 19 Pasir Ris St 72, S518771 Aim: We hope that through the camp, our participants can explore what it means to be called by God, and how they may use their talents to respond to such a calling from God. For enquiries: - Basil 8847 4980 - Ignatius 8893 9116 To register: https://tinyurl.com/YCSJC2025 🙏 *Kickstart’25* Beginning your university journey this year? Come join us at Kickstart25*, a retreat with fellowship and formation for all incoming university freshmen (studying locally or overseas)! You can look forward to hearing the faith stories of other university students and learn more about the universities you are entering from the seniors who will be there to welcome you! The Lord desires much for you, young friend. Take a leap of faith to discover more! *This is a stay-in retreat Date & Time: 28 Jun 2025 (Sat), 10am to 29 Jun (Sun), 7pm Venue: Office for Young People, 2 Lor Low Koon, S536449 Cost: $21.80 (inclusive of 9% GST) Participant Sign up: https://tinyurl.com/Kickstart25P For enquiries, please contact Dennis via email ([email protected]) or Telegram (@jeremiahlo). 🙏 *A Spring Day For Our Dis-ease: Spirituality For Busy People* Date: 5 – 6 Jul (Sat – Sun) Venue: Lasalle House (East Coast Rd) Pls register at: https://tinyurl.com/AsdfodSfbp Hustle. Pause. Heed. Is this all there is to life? Maybe you’ve been running on autopilot—keeping up, pushing through—but something still feels... missing. What if the answer isn’t in doing more, but in slowing down? In a world obsessed with hustle and high efficiency, this weekend retreat offers a sacred pause. Through stillness, silence, and solitude, discover the peace that your heart longs for. And yes, if the title sounds familiar – It’s inspired by BTS. But you don’t need to be a fan to join! This retreat flows from a key Ignatian principle that God is present in all things – even in pop culture. With an open heart and a sincere desire to listen to God, come see what God is inviting you to. 🙏 *Renew, Reignite & Rediscover* Date: 11 – 14 Sept Venue: Cenacle Beach Retreat, Bintan Please register at https://tinyurl.com/RRaRcbrb A time of rest, self-discovery and spiritual growth. This retreat, guided by Sr. Kriz, RC and Fr. Jerome SJ, is designed to help participants deepen their relationship with the self, others and God. Through an arrangement of rest, simple leisure activities, prayer and reflection, we hope to provide a safe space for self-discovery, self-acceptance and emotional growth as we evaluate: Why do I do the things I do? Due to peak season (school holidays), we need to confirm registrations early for accommodation and ferry arrangements. 🙏 *The Diocesan Priesthood: Many Generations, One Call* Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, We are grateful for your continued prayers and support throughout our formation. Please save the date _(22 to 24 Aug_) for our Vocation Retreat, open to all young men discerning or exploring the call to the priesthood. It will be a time of prayer and reflection to listen to God’s voice. We ask for your prayers for all who will attend. May the Lord bless you abundantly and guide us all in His service. With gratitude, The Seminarians 🦶 *At The Feet of Good Shepherd Retreat* Dates: - 1-2 Nov Time: 9am-5pm (Stay-in) Venue: Punggol Retreat Centre, 199, Punggol Seventeenth Ave Costs: $320/- (en-suite single room, meals and spiritual direction session included) Conducted by: Joseph Fernandez & Gloria Patri Ministries with a panel of trained Spiritual Directors Register at https://catholicleader.sg/at-the-feet-of-the-good-shepherd-fgs/ 👩🧑 *Choice Weekend: Uncover the richness and poverty of your relationships* For Young Adults single or dating age 18-40 Dates: - 18th – 20th Oct @ Punggol Retreat Centre Registration closes 2 weeks before each weekend. Contact Greg @ 91704011, or register at https://bit.ly/ChoiceSG25 👨‍👩‍👦‍👦 *Focolare Mariapolis 2025: One Family in God* Date: 13-15 June Venue: Majodi, Johor Join us for three days of being One family in God, where we gather with joy with intergenerational activities, moments of reflection & sharing! Register here at https://tinyurl.com/FM2025ofig --------------------------- | *FAMILY LIFE & YOUTH* | 👦👩 *Sec 4/5 Outreach by OYP* Date: 16 Jun (Mon) Time: 2.30pm – 5.30pm Venue: Office For Young People, 2, Lorong Low Koon, S536449 - Prayer - Fellowship Pls register here: https://tinyurl.com/Sec45Outreach 💍 *2025 Marriage Preparation Course dates* 2025 dates: - 20 Jul -31 Aug - 5 Oct - 9 Nov This course, spanning over 6 half-day course sessions on weekends, is designed to help couples build strong foundations for a lasting, fulfilling marriage. Couples intending to celebrate their union in the Catholic Church are encouraged to attend MPC as early as possible before your wedding date. Register at https://mpcsingapore.com/registration/ --------------------------- | *FAITH FORMATION* | 📚 *CTIS 2nd Semester 2025: Certificate in Theology* Applications are now open! Forms are available at the CTIS office or go to https://www.ctis.sg to download a copy. Closing date: 14 June 2025. For enquiries, pls call 69028700. 📖 *Easter Reflection Booklet* Let us prepare our hearts this Easter for the newness of life in Christ Jesus. Available in English, Mandrin & Tamil. Slides version also available https://one.org.sg/resource/lent-to-easter-reflection-booklet-2025/ --------------------------- | *OTHER EVENTS* | 🍽️ *CJC Homecoming Dinner* Date: 31 May (Sat) Time: 6.15pm Come join us and celebrate 50 years of faith, friendship & fearless spirit! - Casual dining at the CJ50 Table Of Plenty - Alumni Performances - Retro night by DJ Aldrin - Register at https://tinyurl.com/CJC50Dinner 🖼️ *Ark Of The Covenant: Byzantine Icon Art Exhibition* By Theresa Tung, iconographer from Taiwan Dates: 1 – 31 May Venue: Carlo Catholic Services, 225B Queens St, S188552 All are Welcome! Invite your non-believer friends Jointly organized by Singapore Catholic ACAMS, Carlo Catholic Services, and the Diocese of Tainan Catholic Church Studium S. Pius X Press Ltd. Exhibition Opening Hours: - Monday to Saturday: 11 AM – 8 PM - Sunday and Public Holidays: 10 AM – 5 PM Admission is Free for the Exhibition. There will also be guided tours, talks in both Mandarin & English and a three-day ICON workshop. For more information, please visit https://tinyurl.com/byzicons 🥳 *Assisi Fun Day* Charity Carnival with than 100 stalls Assisi Hospice serves 3,200 patients each year, with 70% of them being means-tested at the lowest income tier and in need of financial support. The funds raised will help Assisi Hospice to continue their mission of providing compassionate, personalised and quality palliative care to patients with life-limiting illnesses. Please support them by purchasing the carnival coupons or making a donation at https://www.assisihospice.org.sg/assisifunday Carnival details: Date: 15 June 2025 Time: 10am to 4pm Venue: St Joseph’s Institution International School, Toa Payoh West Entrance, 19 Toa Payoh West, S318876 ✈️ *Mission to Pamplona* Bringing hope and healing to Pamplona, Philippines Organised by Gebirah, member organisation of CHARIS Dates: 4 – 8 June 2025 In November 2024, Typhoon Marce wrecked havoc in the region, leaving over 40,000 individuals displaced and their homes destroyed, leaving them desperate for help and hope. As we approach Lent, a time of reflection, sacrifice and service, we emulate Christ by bringing essential aid to those most in need, rebuild their schools, homes, bringing hope and some joy back into their lives. We end the mission with a pilgrimage of thanksgiving and presentation of petitions to the shrine of the centuries-old image of Our Lady of Piat that was visited by Pope Francis in 2023. Visit https://www.gebirah.org/pamplona for more details, donations & to register. 🍽️ *Catholic Foundation Dinner 2025* Date: 22 Oct (Wed) Time: - 5.30pm (Cocktails & FaithWorks Art Exhibition) - 7pm (Dinner Reception) Venue: The Fullerton Hotel Hosted by His Eminence Cardinal William Goh The dinner is fully sponsored. All proceeds from table sales and contributions will go towards building the Catholic Hub. To purchase a table or for more information, please visit https://catholicfoundation.sg/cfdinner

St. Joseph's Church (Bukit Timah)

5/27/2025, 3:00:28 AM

⛪ *Feast of St. Augustine of Canterbury – Apostle to the English* ⛪ Today we celebrate St. Augustine of Canterbury, the monk-turned-missionary who brought the light of the Gospel to Anglo-Saxon England. Sent by Pope Gregory the Great in the 6th century, Augustine was entrusted with a daunting mission—to evangelise a distant, pagan land. Overwhelmed by fear and the unknown, he nearly turned back. But with encouragement and obedience, Augustine pressed on. What began as a trembling journey of uncertainty became a foundational moment in the history of the Church in England. Through patience, humility, and perseverance, he planted the seeds of faith that would flourish for centuries. 🌱 As "Pilgrims of Hope," we, too, may find ourselves afraid or unsure when called to witness, serve, or step out in faith. St. Augustine reminds us that courage is not the absence of fear—it is the grace to move forward in spite of it. St. Augustine of Canterbury, pray for us, that we may be faithful in the missions God entrusts to us. 🙏

St. Joseph's Church (Bukit Timah)

5/31/2025, 6:16:34 AM

Catholic Mass readings for the week of June 1 to June 7, 2025: 📖 Sun 1 June, Seventh Sunday of Easter: Acts 7:55-60; Psalm 96(97):1-2b,6-7,9; Apocalypse 22:12-14,16-17,20; John 17:20-26 📖 Mon 2 June, Monday of the Seventh Week of Easter: Acts 19:1-8; Psalm 68:2-3ab, 4-5acd, 6-7ab; John 16:29-33 📖 Tue 3 June, Tuesday of the Seventh Week of Easter: Acts 20:17-27; Psalm 68:10-11, 20-21; John 17:1-11a 📖 Wed 4 June, Wednesday of the Seventh Week of Easter: Acts 20:28-38; Psalm 68:29-30, 33-36ab; John 17:11b-19 📖 Thu 5 June, Thursday of the Seventh Week of Easter: Acts 22:30; 23:6-11; Psalm 16:1-2a, 5, 7-11; John 17:20-26 📖 Fri 6 June, Friday of the Seventh Week of Easter: Acts 25:13b-21; Psalm 103:1-2, 11-12, 19-20ab; John 21:15-19 📖 Sat 7 June, Saturday of the Seventh Week of Easter: Acts 28:16-20, 30-31; Psalm 11:4-5, 7; John 21:20-25

St. Joseph's Church (Bukit Timah)

5/29/2025, 2:20:43 AM

☁️ *Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord* ☁️ Today we celebrate the Ascension of the Lord, when Jesus, after appearing to His disciples for 40 days, was taken up into heaven in glory. ✝️ As He ascended, He did not leave us behind—He lifted our humanity with Him, opening the way to eternal life and promising the gift of the Holy Spirit. “You will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses…” (Acts 1:8) The Ascension is not an ending, but a new beginning. Christ entrusts His mission to us—to go forth with courage, joy, and hope, proclaiming the Gospel to the ends of the earth. 🌍🔥 As "Pilgrims of Hope," may we lift our eyes to heaven and our hearts to the mission. Let us walk in confidence, knowing that Christ goes before us, intercedes for us, and will return in glory. Risen and ascended Lord, send us Your Spirit, and make us bold in love and witness! 🙏

St. Joseph's Church (Bukit Timah)

5/25/2025, 6:06:56 AM

*What’s On SJCBT* ❗ *Easter Family Activity Pack* Collect it from the Welcome Desk this weekend! 🙏 *Ascension of the Lord (Day of Obligation)* Vigil Mass - Date: 28 May (Wed) - Time: 8pm (there is no 6.30 pm Mass) Mass - Date: 29 May (Thurs) - Time: o 6.30 am o 12.30 pm o 6.30 pm o 8.30 pm All Masses will be held in the main Church. 🚶🚶‍♀️ *Neighbourhood Prayer Walk: Bukit Panjang* Date: 31 May (Sat) Time: 8.30am Venue: Meet at Bt Panjang MRT Exit A (next to Hillion Mall) Let’s pray for our neighbourhoods! 🙏 *Tuesdays Morning Manna: Mysteries of the Rosary: The Glorious Mysteries (Part 1)* An inspiring video that contemplates the life of Jesus through Mary’s eyes. Dates: 6, 13, 20, 27 May (Tues) Time: 11.05am-12.15pm Venue: St Joseph’s AVA Room 📖 *Faith & Bible Reflections: Easter Breaking Of The Word* Dates & Times: 8pm-9.45pm (Tues) OR 9am-10.45am (Wed) (Online) Come, reflect and share on the Sunday Readings this Easter season as a community! 📖 *Scripture Series Part X: Book of Maccabees by Fr Ambrose Vaz* Dates (15 sessions): - May: 15 / 22 - Jun: 05 / 12 / 19 / 26 - Aug: 07 / 14 / 21 / 28 - Sep: 04 / 18 / 25 - Oct: 02 / 09 Time: 9am-10.45am Venue: St Joseph AVA Room 💵 *Charities Week: Walk With Me* Period: 15 March – 25 May This Charities Week, join us in walking alongside Boys’ Town and other charitable organisations in Caritas Singapore Family as we uplift vulnerable communities and transform lives. To donate, log on to https://bit.ly/cw25donate 🙏 *Mass In Honour Of St Joseph* Date: 4 June Venue: Main Church Time: - 7.30pm (Rosary) - 8pm (Mass) 🙏 *First Friday Holy Hour: Praying as Pilgrims of Hope in Community* 7.30pm Mass, followed by Holy Hour Venue: Main Church Next Date: 6 June Speaker: Friar Gerard Victor Other Dates: 4 Jul, 1 Aug, 5 Sep, 3 Oct, 7 Nov, 5 Dec 🙏 *Mass Timing on Public Holiday (Hari Raya Haji)* Date: 7 June (Sat) Time: 8am *No 6.30am Mass Venue: Main Church **5.30pm Sunset Mass for Pentecost Sunday will resume. 🙏 *St Joseph’s Intercessory Prayer Group* Intercessory Prayer session at Adoration Room Every 2nd Wednesday of the month Next session: 11 June Time: 8pm-9pm 🙏📖 *RCIA: A New Journey Begins* _for non-Catholics_ English RCIA commencing on: - Date: 30 Jun (Mon) - Time: 8pm-9.45pm - Venue: St Joseph AVA Room - Registration form: https://stjoseph-bt.org.sg/services (Scroll down to RCIA and download the registration forms) Chinese RCIA commencing on: - Date: 10 Jul (Thurs) - Time: 7.45pm-9.45pm - Venue: St Joseph AVA Room - Enquiries/Registration: o Eileen 94524234 o Audrey 91547689 🙋‍♀️🙋 *Join the Welcome Desk* Do you like meeting new people? Would you like to help people feel more welcome in our parish? Visit the Welcome Desk downstairs for more information! 👩🧑 *PAVE Young Adult Community* Are you a young working adult in your 20s up till 35 years old? Are you looking to grow in your faith? Would you like to journey with a Catholic community that can support each other? If so, join the PAVE (Prayer, Accompaniment, Vocation, Encounter) Young Adult Community every Saturday 7pm at St Joseph's Church (Bukit Timah) for prayer, reflection, sharing and fellowship. Please contact [email protected] for more information. ❗ *Added Security Measures* In light of the recent incident in our Parish, our Archdiocesan Emergency Response Operations (AERO) has reminded all parishes to strengthen our security and safety measures, especially as we approach Advent, Christmas and the New Year. Here are some of the measures that we will be undertaking: (1) Strengthened PEPT Team We will be deploying more PEPT members to each Mass. If any parishioners are keen to join the PEPT, please approach any of the PEPT members for information. (2) Promote a “See Something, Say Something” Culture Parishioners are strongly encouraged to report any suspicious activities or unattended items to any of the PEPT members or the wardens. In the same light, parishioners are reminded not to bring big bags/luggage into the Cry Room, Church or Foyer. These items should be placed at St Joachim's Room. Posters will be placed in strategic areas around the Church to remind parishioners of this. (3) Medical Professionals We are strengthening our pool of Medical Professionals. If there are any doctors / nurses in our midst, please do approach our wardens so that we can reach out to you should a need arise. (4) Keeping Calm in a Crisis Should any incident arise during Masses, please remain calm and follow the instructions given. This will help the authorities carry out their duties without impediment. We were complimented by the authorities that they were impressed that the congregation co-operated and remained calm during the incident on 9 Nov. (5) No Photography / Videography During Masses We remind all parishioners that there is to be no photography / videography taken during Masses. This is to preserve the sanctity of the Mass. Only official Church photographers are authorized to do so. If you observe anyone doing so, please do alert the wardens.

St. Joseph's Church (Bukit Timah)

5/30/2025, 11:51:58 PM

🌸 *Feast of the Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary* 🌸 Today we rejoice with Mary, who, carrying the Word made flesh within her, hastened in charity to visit her cousin Elizabeth. In that humble home, the joy of the Gospel leapt forth—literally—as John the Baptist stirred in his mother’s womb, and Elizabeth cried out, “Blessed are you among women!” (Luke 1:42) Mary’s visit was more than a kind gesture; it was a mission of love, service, and profound faith. In her Magnificat, she proclaims the greatness of the Lord—not from a throne, but from the heart of a woman who believed that God lifts the lowly and fills the hungry with good things. As "Pilgrims of Hope," may we learn from Mary to carry Christ joyfully to others—especially those in need—and to rejoice in the quiet, everyday ways God is at work in the world. Blessed Mother, help us to bring Christ wherever we go. 🙏

St. Joseph's Church (Bukit Timah)

6/3/2025, 12:06:14 AM

🔥 *Feast of St Charles Lwanga & Companions* 🔥 “Please repent and become a Christian like me.” Today we honour 22 Ugandan martyrs, led by St Charles Lwanga, who chose Christ over comfort, truth over fear, and purity over compromise. They died for the faith—but more than that, they lived it fully, with courage and love. May their example ignite in us a bold, joyful witness to the Gospel. St Charles Lwanga and Companions, pray for us. 🙏

St. Joseph's Church (Bukit Timah)

6/1/2025, 12:28:28 AM

*What’s On SJCBT* ❗ *Easter Family Activity Pack* Collect it from the Welcome Desk this weekend! 🙏 *Mass In Honour Of St Joseph* Date: 4 June Venue: Main Church Time: - 7.30pm (Rosary) - 8pm (Mass) 🙏 *First Friday Holy Hour: Praying as Pilgrims of Hope in Community* 7.30pm Mass, followed by Holy Hour Venue: Main Church Next Date: 6 June Speaker: Friar Gerard Victor Other Dates: 4 Jul, 1 Aug, 5 Sep, 3 Oct, 7 Nov, 5 Dec 🙏 *Mass Timing on Public Holiday (Hari Raya Haji)* Date: 7 June (Sat) Time: 8am *No 6.30am Mass Venue: Main Church **5.30pm Sunset Mass for Pentecost Sunday will resume. 🧒👦 *YFAB: What’s On Your Mind?* Every Sunday, 2-3.30pm For students and NSFs aged 13-35 years. Join the Youth Faith & Bible Reflections community as we explore life, faith and purpose. Register at: https://tinyurl.com/YFABLent25 📖 *Faith & Bible Reflections: Easter Breaking Of The Word* Dates & Times: 8pm-9.45pm (Tues) OR 9am-10.45am (Wed) (Online) Come, reflect and share on the Sunday Readings this Easter season as a community! 📖 *Scripture Series Part X: Book of Maccabees by Fr Ambrose Vaz* Dates (15 sessions): - May: 15 / 22 - Jun: 05 / 12 / 19 / 26 - Aug: 07 / 14 / 21 / 28 - Sep: 04 / 18 / 25 - Oct: 02 / 09 Time: 9am-10.45am Venue: St Joseph AVA Room 🙏 *St Joseph’s Intercessory Prayer Group* Intercessory Prayer session at Adoration Room Every 2nd Wednesday of the month Next session: 11 June Time: 8pm-9pm 🎼 *Prayer Thru Music: Christ The King* Date: 20 June (Fri) Time: 8pm Venue: St Mary AVA Room, Parish Community Hall Speaker: Rev Fr Andre Tan, Asst Parish Priest, Church of Christ The King - Praise & Worship - Scripture Reading - Intercessory Prayers - Spiritual Talk - Community Bonding Email: [email protected] 🙏 *Solemnity Of The Most Sacred Heart Of Jesus Mass* Date: Friday 27 June Time: 7.30pm (no 6.30pm evening Mass in chapel) Venue: Main Church **6.30am morning Mass as usual in Chapel of St Joseph 📖🙏 *RCIA: A New Journey Begins* _for non-Catholics_ English RCIA commencing on: - Date: 30 Jun (Mon) - Time: 8pm-9.45pm - Venue: St Joseph AVA Room - Registration form: https://stjoseph-bt.org.sg/services (Scroll down to RCIA and download the registration forms) Chinese RCIA commencing on: - Date: 10 Jul (Thurs) - Time: 7.45pm-9.45pm - Venue: St Joseph AVA Room - Enquiries/Registration: o Eileen 94524234 o Audrey 91547689 👥 *Ananias Training: Travelling with others at the discipleship path* Dates: 5, 19 July, 2, 16, 31 Aug, 6 Sept Venue: St Joseph’s Church (Bukit Timah) Cost: $35/- for workbook and other materials Register at https://tinyurl.com/Ananias2 Are you currently accompanying others on their spiritual journey? Do you feel called to journey with others spiritually? Do you have a heart for others? Can you listen to others with patience and compassion, and without judgement? If so, join us for the Ananias Training to learn more about the ‘art of accompaniment’ and see where God may be calling you. Ananias is a 17-hour process structured in six sessions, designed to form parishioners with no previous training in “the art of spiritual accompaniment” 🙋👧 *Kids Bible Camp 2025: Helpers Needed!* Camp dates: 6-9 Sept (School holidays) To register: https://tinyurl.com/KBC2025Hn Come & help: - Activity Station ICs - Administration & Logistics - Group Guides - Drama & Worship - Priority Registration for all helpers who volunteer for 2 days or more 🙏 *Preparations For Consecration To St Joseph* Sessions: Sat, 10am-12pm Dates: - 16, 23, 30 Aug - 6, 13, 20, 27 September - 4, 11, 25 Oct - 8, 15, 22, 29 Nov - 6, 13, 20 Dec - 3, 10 Jan 2026 Recollection in preparation for Consecration: _17 Jan 2026_ Consecration to St Joseph on Feast of the Espousal of Our Lady & St Joseph: _23 Jan 2026_ Please register at https://tinyurl.com/CTSJ2025 🙋‍♀️🙋 *Join the Welcome Desk* Do you like meeting new people? Would you like to help people feel more welcome in our parish? Visit the Welcome Desk downstairs for more information! 👩🧑 *PAVE Young Adult Community* Are you a young working adult in your 20s up till 35 years old? Are you looking to grow in your faith? Would you like to journey with a Catholic community that can support each other? If so, join the PAVE (Prayer, Accompaniment, Vocation, Encounter) Young Adult Community every Saturday 7pm at St Joseph's Church (Bukit Timah) for prayer, reflection, sharing and fellowship. Please contact [email protected] for more information. ❗ *Added Security Measures* In light of the recent incident in our Parish, our Archdiocesan Emergency Response Operations (AERO) has reminded all parishes to strengthen our security and safety measures, especially as we approach Advent, Christmas and the New Year. Here are some of the measures that we will be undertaking: (1) Strengthened PEPT Team We will be deploying more PEPT members to each Mass. If any parishioners are keen to join the PEPT, please approach any of the PEPT members for information. (2) Promote a “See Something, Say Something” Culture Parishioners are strongly encouraged to report any suspicious activities or unattended items to any of the PEPT members or the wardens. In the same light, parishioners are reminded not to bring big bags/luggage into the Cry Room, Church or Foyer. These items should be placed at St Joachim's Room. Posters will be placed in strategic areas around the Church to remind parishioners of this. (3) Medical Professionals We are strengthening our pool of Medical Professionals. If there are any doctors / nurses in our midst, please do approach our wardens so that we can reach out to you should a need arise. (4) Keeping Calm in a Crisis Should any incident arise during Masses, please remain calm and follow the instructions given. This will help the authorities carry out their duties without impediment. We were complimented by the authorities that they were impressed that the congregation co-operated and remained calm during the incident on 9 Nov. (5) No Photography / Videography During Masses We remind all parishioners that there is to be no photography / videography taken during Masses. This is to preserve the sanctity of the Mass. Only official Church photographers are authorized to do so. If you observe anyone doing so, please do alert the wardens.

St. Joseph's Church (Bukit Timah)

5/26/2025, 4:36:54 AM

🎉 *Feast of St. Philip Neri – The Joyful Saint* 🎉 Today, we celebrate St. Philip Neri, the cheerful priest of Rome known for his infectious joy, deep holiness, and playful wit. Called the “Apostle of Rome,” St. Philip brought countless souls to Christ—not through harsh words or fear, but through love, humour, and a heart on fire with the Holy Spirit. 🔥 He once said, “A joyful heart is more easily made perfect than a downcast one.” His ability to blend deep spirituality with lightheartedness made holiness seem not only possible, but attractive. Whether he was engaging street children or teasing cardinals to keep them humble, St. Philip reminded everyone that joy is a fruit of true faith. As "Pilgrims of Hope," may we follow his example by bringing Christ’s light and laughter into a world that often forgets how to smile. Holiness is serious—but it doesn’t have to be solemn! St. Philip Neri, pray for us, that we may be joyful witnesses to the Gospel! 😊🙏

St. Joseph's Church (Bukit Timah)

5/24/2025, 5:19:59 AM

Catholic Mass readings for the week of May 25 to May 31, 2025: 📖 Sun 25 May, Sunday of the Sixth Week of Easter: Acts 15:1-2, 22-29; Psalm 67:2-3, 5, 6, 8; Revelation 21:10-14, 22-23; John 14:23-29 📖 Mon 26 May, Memorial of Saint Philip Neri, Priest: Acts 16:11-15; Psalm 149:1b-2, 3-4, 5-6a and 9b; John 15:26—16:4a 📖 Tue 27 May, Tuesday of the Sixth Week of Easter: Acts 16:22-34; Psalm 138:1-2ab, 2cde-3, 7c-8; John 16:5-11 📖 Wed 28 May, Wednesday of the Sixth Week of Easter: Acts 17:15, 22—18:1; Psalm 148:1-2, 11-12, 13, 14; John 16:12-15 📖 Thu 29 May, Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord: Acts 1:1-11; Psalm 47:2-3, 6-7, 8-9; Ephesians 1:17-23; Luke 24:46-53 📖 Fri 30 May, Friday of the Sixth Week of Easter: Acts 18:9-18; Psalm 47:2-3, 4-5, 6-7; John 16:20-23 📖 Sat 31 May, Feast of the Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary: Zephaniah 3:14-18a; Isaiah 12:2-3, 4bcd, 5-6; Luke 1:39-56