St. Joseph's Church (Bukit Timah)

St. Joseph's Church (Bukit Timah)

2/10/2025, 5:56:30 AM

🌿 *Feast of St. Scholastica, Virgin* 🌿 Today, we celebrate the feast of St. Scholastica, the twin sister of St. Benedict and a shining example of prayerful devotion and love for God. 🙏 As the patron saint of nuns and seekers of a deeper relationship with Christ, St. Scholastica teaches us the power of heartfelt prayer and trust in God’s providence. One of the most well-known stories of her life tells how, during her final meeting with her brother, she prayed fervently for more time together, and God responded with a sudden storm that prevented Benedict from leaving. Her unwavering faith reminds us that when we turn to God with sincerity, He listens and responds in ways beyond our understanding. As "Pilgrims of Hope," may we follow St. Scholastica’s example of deep prayer, trust, and love, seeking God’s presence in our daily lives and entrusting our hopes and desires to Him. St. Scholastica, pray for us, that we may grow in faith and love for God! ✨

St. Joseph's Church (Bukit Timah)

2/12/2025, 3:44:07 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: 893 0017 3624 - Passcode: 121224 Come and join us to pray together. 🙏🏼 *Catholic Prayer Society Lunchtime Masses* Wednesday 12:15pm: - Cecil Building, 137 Cecil Street - Medical Alumni Association, 2 College Road, Level 1 Theatrette Friday 12.15pm: - One Raffles Quay Level 49 North Tower Visit us at https://www.cps.org.sg 🙏 *Inner Healing Retreat* A Semi-silent stay-in retreat Date & Time: 13 Feb 2025 (Thurs), 8.30am to 16 Feb 2025 (Sun), 6.30pm Fee: $320 (excluding 9% GST) Conducted by: Juliana Koh & CSC Retreat Team Requirement: attended Prayer Experience Retreat Includes: - Talks - Prayer sessions - Wounds and their effects - Healing of relationships - Healing of emotional wounds - Pray-over for healing and empowerment 🫂 *Friendsgiving: Praying our Friendships@Bintan* Date: 21-23 February 2025 A Cenacle programme. Friendship is a sacrament of God’s love and a gift. In this uniquely crafted retreat, you are to bring a friend (could be a family member, a colleague, etc) and celebrate this gift together. You will also discover how Jesus continues to draw you into a deeper friendship with Him. Register early at https://tinyurl.com/FriendsgivingPOFB 🙏 *Love Without Limits* A Monfortian Experience Lenten Retreat Dates: 7-9 Mar (Stay-in) Time: 7pm (Fri) – 1pm (Sun) Venue: Montfort Centre, 624 Upper Bukit Timah Road, S678212 In order to draw closer to us and give us a more convincing proof of his love, eternal Wisdom went so far as to become one like us, even to become a little child, to embrace poverty and to die upon a cross for us. Will you let Jesus, friend of sinners, come to you and love you just as you are? Register at: https://www.montfortcentre.org/events-1/love-without-limits 🙏 *Quieting The Soul* Date: 7-9 March 2025 A Cenacle programme 3-day Silent Retreat at SFX Retreat Centre (Punggol) Take some time out with the Lord as He invites you to "come away by yourselves to a deserted place and rest a while.” [Mark 6:31] This is a 3-day silent retreat suitable for beginners and busy people. Register early at https://tinyurl.com/QTSsfxrcp 🙏 *Beginning Experience Weekend* Dates: 21 Mar (Fri) to 23 Mar (Sun) Venue: Lifesprings Canossian Spirituality Centre Come and experience a weekend away for a lifetime of change. The 68th Beginning Experience (BE) Weekend is a live-in weekend for the permanently separated, divorced or widowed (for both males and females). The BE Weekend helps single-again individuals move on from the darkness of their grief into the light of a new beginning, to be healed and be free to love themselves, others and God. Please register your interest at https://www.besingapore.org/be_event 🦶 *At The Feet of Good Shepherd Retreat* Dates: 22-23 Mar Venue: St Francis Xavier Retreat Centre, 199, Punggol Seventeenth Ave Costs: $320/- (en-suite single room, meals and spiritual direction session included) Register at https://www.catholicleader.sg --------------------------- | *FAMILY LIFE & YOUTH* | 💍 *2025 Marriage Preparation Course dates* 2025 dates: - 4 May - 8 Jun - 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* | 👩‍💼🧑‍💼 *A Leader’s Spirituality (ALS)* Online recorded sessions - 6-month access. Available anytime at your convenience. - Fee: $100/- (GST inc.) - Register at https://catholicleader.sg/a-leaders-spirituality-als/ 🗣️👂 *Lead Like Jesus* Dates: - 15 & 22 Feb or - 15 & 29 Mar Venue: Agape Village, 7A Lor 8 Toa Payoh, MPR1 (#03-09) Cost: $200 (lunch & teabreak for 2 days, & workbook included Register at: https://www.catholicleader.sg 👥 *Building Trust* Date: 8 Mar OR 12 Apr 2025 Time: 9.30am-3.30pm Venue: Agape Village, 7A Lor 8 Toa Payoh, MPR1 (#03-09) Cost: $100 (lunch included) Register at: https://www.catholicleader.sg 🏠 *Landings* Thinking about starting your journey back to the Church in 2025? Are you searching for a journey back to the heart of the church? It's time to answer the call. Landings, a reconciliation ministry built for returning Catholics, is conducting a 10-week programme at two locations: - Church of Our Lady of Perpetual Succour (OLPS) on Tuesday evenings, 8pm - 10pm beginning 4th March 2025 - Cathedral of the Good Shepherd (CGS) on Friday evenings 7.30pm - 9.30pm, beginning 7th March 2025 - 30th May 2025 with a weekend Retreat. Recover the faith that never left you! Register to find out more here: https://landings.typeform.com/comehome --------------------------- | *OTHER EVENTS* | 👶👧 *Little Shepherds’ Schoolhouse Open House* Date: 15 Feb (Sat) Time: 9am-12pm Venue: - LSS @ St Joseph’s Church (Bukit Timah) - LSS @ Church of Our Lady Star of the Sea (Yishun) To register: https://www.tiny.cc/lssopenhouse15feb2025 🥳 *Assisi Fun Day* Charity Carnival with than 100 stalls Staff and volunteers from Assisi Hospice will be at our church on *1 March* from *4.30pm - 7.00pm* and on *2 March* from* 8.00am - 1.00pm* to sell carnival coupons for their upcoming Assisi Fun Day. 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: 15-19 March 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. 👥 *Creating Safe Spaces: In Communities and Religious Institutions* Date & Time: 22-23 Mar, 9am-5pm Venue: La Salle House Conference Room Facilitated by: Fr James Gascon, SJ Who should attend: Leaders and members of church ministries/Catholic organisations, persons who accompany others, teachers, mentors, catechists, facilitators, etc. To register: https://tinyurl.com/CSSiCaRI This two-day workshop seminar introduces Safeguarding as Charism and Spirituality, starting with its theological and spiritual foundation. Abuse and all its forms will be defined. The dynamics of victimization and offending will also be explored. This workshop is highly recommended to all holding leadership positions in the Church. As Pope Francis insists, “We are a sign that the ministry of safeguarding belongs to all of us as it is part of the Church's ministry, indeed of evangelization itself,” and without safe spaces and interior freedom from the heart, our Church will never be safe where the Gospel is freely proclaimed. ✈️ *Mission to Bogor* Bringing the Easter Joy of the Resurrection to the refugees in Bogor. Organised by Gebirah, member organisation of CHARIS Dates: 30 Apr (Wed) - 4 May (Sun) During this mission trip, we will engage in a range of impactful activities designed to bring hope, healing, and empowerment to the refugee community. We end the mission with a pilgrimage of thanksgiving and presentation of petitions to the Church of Our Lady of the Assumption, a neo-gothic masterpiece and one of Indonesia’s most iconic Catholic landmarks. Be part of the mission. Donate pre-loved or new items needed by the refugees. If you cannot join, consider sponsoring someone willing to serve but unable to afford the expenses. Pray for us. Visit https://www.gebirah.org/bogorrefugees for more details, donations & to register. ❗ *St Gabriel’s Foundation: Vacancy for Pastoral Worker* We are hiring. Position: Pastoral Worker/Officer Purpose: - Sustain the Catholic ethos and Montfortian values in schools - Collaborate with school leaders, pastoral teams of MGEI Schools and committee on planning, developing and implementing programs for students and staff - Align school celebrations with the religious traditions and pastoral needs. Email [email protected] or call 89111359 to apply. 👩‍💼🧑‍💼 *CBN: Career Counselling for PMEs* Sessions conducted via Zoom - Career Exploration - Workplace well-being - Career Transition - Job Search Strategies There will be a nominal charge of $10 to cover administrative costs. All PMEs are welcome. To register: https://bit.ly/CareerCounselling2024?r=qr ❗ *Catholic Spirituality Centre Calendar of Retreats* Please refer to https://csctr.net/all-retreats/adult-retreats/ for all retreats at CSC this year.

St. Joseph's Church (Bukit Timah)

2/5/2025, 6:51:26 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: 893 0017 3624 - Passcode: 121224 Come and join us to pray together. 🙏🏼 *Catholic Prayer Society Lunchtime Masses* Wednesday 12:15pm: - Cecil Building, 137 Cecil Street - Medical Alumni Association, 2 College Road, Level 1 Theatrette Friday 12.15pm: - One Raffles Quay Level 49 North Tower Visit us at https://www.cps.org.sg 🙏 *Inner Healing Retreat* A Semi-silent stay-in retreat Date & Time: 13 Feb 2025 (Thurs), 8.30am to 16 Feb 2025 (Sun), 6.30pm Fee: $320 (excluding 9% GST) Conducted by: Juliana Koh & CSC Retreat Team Requirement: attended Prayer Experience Retreat Includes: - Talks - Prayer sessions - Wounds and their effects - Healing of relationships - Healing of emotional wounds - Pray-over for healing and empowerment 🫂 *Friendsgiving: Praying our Friendships@Bintan* Date: 21-23 February 2025 A Cenacle programme. Friendship is a sacrament of God’s love and a gift. In this uniquely crafted retreat, you are to bring a friend (could be a family member, a colleague, etc) and celebrate this gift together. You will also discover how Jesus continues to draw you into a deeper friendship with Him. Register early at https://tinyurl.com/FriendsgivingPOFB 🙏 *Quieting The Soul* Date: 7-9 March 2025 A Cenacle programme 3-day Silent Retreat at SFX Retreat Centre (Punggol) Take some time out with the Lord as He invites you to "come away by yourselves to a deserted place and rest a while.” [Mark 6:31] This is a 3-day silent retreat suitable for beginners and busy people. Register early at https://tinyurl.com/QTSsfxrcp --------------------------- | *FAMILY LIFE & YOUTH* | 💍 *2025 Marriage Preparation Course dates* 2025 dates: - 9 Feb - 16 Mar - 4 May - 8 Jun - 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* | 👩‍💼🧑‍💼 *A Leader’s Spirituality (ALS)* Online recorded sessions - 6-month access. Available anytime at your convenience. - Fee: $100/- (GST inc.) - Register at https://catholicleader.sg/a-leaders-spirituality-als/ 🧭 *My Personal Compass with Fr David Garcia, OP* Navigate moral issues in 10 sessions Dates: 3 Feb – 14 Apr 2025 (Mon, no class on 31 Mar) Time: 8pm – 9.30pm Venue: CANA The Catholic Centre, 55 Waterloo St, Level 3 Fee: $100 🧑‍💼 *Lead Like Jesus* Dates: - 15 & 22 Feb or - 15 & 29 Mar Venue: Agape Village, 7A Lor 8 Toa Payoh, MPR1 (#03-09) Cost: $200 (lunch & teabreak for 2 days, & workbook included Register at: https://www.catholicleader.sg 👥 *Building Trust* Date: 8 Mar OR 12 Apr 2025 Time: 9.30am-3.30pm Venue: Agape Village, 7A Lor 8 Toa Payoh, MPR1 (#03-09) Cost: $100 (lunch included) Register at: https://www.catholicleader.sg 🙋‍♀️🙋 *Landings* Thinking about starting your journey back to the Church in 2025? Are you searching for a journey back to the heart of the church? It's time to answer the call. Landings, a reconciliation ministry built for returning Catholics, is conducting a 10-week programme at two locations: - Church of Our Lady of Perpetual Succour (OLPS) on Tuesday evenings, 8pm - 10pm beginning 4th March 2025 - Cathedral of the Good Shepherd (CGS) on Friday evenings 7.30pm - 9.30pm, beginning 7th March 2025 - 30th May 2025 with a weekend Retreat. Recover the faith that never left you! Register to find out more here: https://landings.typeform.com/comehome --------------------------- | *OTHER EVENTS* | 👶👧 *Little Shepherds’ Schoolhouse Open House* Date: 15 Feb (Sat) Time: 9am-12pm Venue: - LSS @ St Joseph’s Church (Bukit Timah) - LSS @ Church of Our Lady Star of the Sea (Yishun) To register: https://www.tiny.cc/lssopenhouse15feb2025 👂🗣️ *Creating Safe Spaces: In Communities and Religious Institutions* Date & Time: 22-23 Mar, 9am-5pm Venue: La Salle House Conference Room Facilitated by: Fr James Gascon, SJ Who should attend: Leaders and members of church ministries/Catholic organisations, persons who accompany others, teachers, mentors, catechists, facilitators, etc. To register: https://tinyurl.com/CSSiCaRI This two-day workshop seminar introduces Safeguarding as Charism and Spirituality, starting with its theological and spiritual foundation. Abuse and all its forms will be defined. The dynamics of victimization and offending will also be explored. This workshop is highly recommended to all holding leadership positions in the Church. As Pope Francis insists, “We are a sign that the ministry of safeguarding belongs to all of us as it is part of the Church's ministry, indeed of evangelization itself,” and without safe spaces and interior freedom from the heart, our Church will never be safe where the Gospel is freely proclaimed. 👩‍💼🧑‍💼 *CBN: Career Counselling for PMEs* Sessions conducted via Zoom - Career Exploration - Workplace well-being - Career Transition - Job Search Strategies There will be a nominal charge of $10 to cover administrative costs. All PMEs are welcome. To register: https://bit.ly/CareerCounselling2024?r=qr 🗓️ *Catholic Spirituality Centre Calendar of Retreats* Please refer to https://csctr.net/all-retreats/adult-retreats/ for all retreats at CSC this year.

St. Joseph's Church (Bukit Timah)

2/9/2025, 1:02:04 AM

*What’s On SJCBT* 🙏 *Mass For The Sick* Date: 9 Feb (Sun) Time: 5.30pm Mass The Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick will be administered to those who are suffering from grave illnesses or greatly weakened by old age. 📖 *Bible4Beginners* Speaker: James Nichols, Director, Archdiocesan Biblical Apostolate Singapore Dates: 11 & 18 Feb (Tues) Time: 8pm-9.45pm (online via Zoom) Learn about the Bible, its origins, authenticity, structure, and how it can play a major part in your faith journey, bringing you closer to God. Please register at: https://tinyurl.com/BibleBasics2025 📖 *Scripture Series Part VIII: Book of Judith by Fr Ambrose Vaz* Dates: 6 February – 20 March 2025 (7 sessions) Time: 9am-10.45am Venue: St Joseph’s Community Hall No registration required. Please bring along your Bible. 🙏 *Tamil Praise and Worship with Eucharistic Adoration: Jesus Loves Us* Date: 13 Feb 2025 Time: 7.30pm-9.30pm Speaker: Fr Arun Venue: St Bonaventure Room Details: - 7.30pm: Rosary - 8pm: Eucharistic Adoration & Confession - 8.30pm: Sermon by Fr Arun - 9pm: Thanksgiving & fellowship 👫👩🧒 *Thriving Families, Thriving Children Part 2* Date: 15 Feb Time: 3.15pm-4.45pm Venue: Parish Community Hall Speaker: Delphine Ang For all parents, grandparents & caregivers with pre-schoolers and primary school-going children, grandchildren & charges. This workshop is designed to make parenting feel less overwhelming and more fulfilling, focusing on what truly matters. With rich and relatable anecdotes, you will learn effective ways to overcome the struggles of raising resilient, confident kids. - Dealing with emotional outbursts - Balancing connection and independence - Building confidence and peer pressure - Creating nurturing home environment Delphine is a certified Youth Mentor Coach and Brain Health Coach (Amen Clinic, USA). Formerly the host of “A Mama’s Journey” on Catholic SG Radio and the creator of “My Feelings R My Frends”. Delphine is passionate about promoting emotional confidence. She is a proud mother of 4. 👶 *2025 Infant Baptism Schedules* Rite of Baptism: - Date: 6 Apr (Sun) - Time: 1.30pm Closing Date for Registration - Date: 15 Feb (Sat) Preparation Sessions for parents and godparents - Session 1 (Online On Zoom) o 2 Mar (Sun) o 1.30pm - Session 2 (Face-to-face at St Joseph’s AVA Room) o 30 Mar (Sun) o 1.30pm Please visit https://stjoseph-bt.org.sg/services to download the Infant Baptism form and for more information. 🙏 *Holy Hour for Vocations* Date: 20 Feb (Thurs) Time: 8pm Venue: Chapel of St Joseph The Seminarians from St Francis Xavier Major Seminary will be leading the Holy Hour every 3rd Thursday of the Month to pray for Vocations. Please come and join them to pray for vocations to the priesthood! 🎼 *Prayer Thru Music: The role of music in the Catholic Church and its connection to God* Date: 21 Feb (Fri) Time: 8pm Venue: St Mary AVA Room, Level 3, Parish Community Hall Speaker: Fr Valerian Cheong - Praise and Worship - Scripture Readings - Spiritual Talk - Community Bonding Email: [email protected] 🚶‍♀️🚶 *Neighbourhood Prayer Walk: Chestnut* Date: 22 Feb (Sat) Time: 8.30am - Meet at Main Church - Come and pray for our neighbourhoods followed by Breaking of the Word Join our Whatsapp Community for more information: https://tinyurl.com/SJCBTNPW 🙏 *Praying With Scripture* Date: 25 Feb 2025 Time: 8pm-9.45pm (Online via Zoom) Facilitated by Jane Lau (Pastoral Teams Co-ordinator), & the Faith & Bible Reflections Community. Learn how to pray with the Bible using the ancient method of Lectio Divina, which means 'Divine Reading'. Through contemplating and 'chewing' on the Word of God, we can learn to hear God's voice speaking more clearly to us. Please register at: https://tinyurl.com/BibleBasics2025 🙏 *Mysteries of the Rosary: The Sorrowful Mysteries* Face-to-Face (no registration needed) - Starts 25 Feb (Tues), 11.05am Online Via Zoom - Starts 4 Mar (Tues), 8pm, or - 5 Mar (Wed), 9am - Register at https://tinyurl.com/FABLent25 Journey through Lent by reflecting on the Passion and Death of Jesus with a video series on the Sorrowful Mysteries. 7 sessions face-to-face and online via Zoom. 💵 *SSVP Statement of Income & Expenses Jan 2025* Donations: $12,756.78 Expenditure: $19,754.99 Deficit: $6998.21 Thank you for your support for Friends-In-Need (FINs)! 🙋‍♀️🙋 *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)

2/6/2025, 12:58:10 AM

✝️ *Feast of St. Paul Miki and Companions, Martyrs of Japan* ✝️ Today, we remember St. Paul Miki and his Companions, twenty-six brave martyrs who gave their lives for Christ in Nagasaki, Japan, in 1597. Despite facing persecution, they remained steadfast in their faith, proclaiming the Gospel even in the face of death. 🙏 St. Paul Miki, a Jesuit seminarian, preached forgiveness and love even from the cross, reminding us of Christ’s own example. His final words echoed the hope and faith that sustained him: "The only reason for my being killed is that I have taught the doctrine of Christ. I thank God it is for this reason that I die." As "Pilgrims of Hope," may the courage and witness of these holy martyrs inspire us to remain faithful to Christ, even amidst challenges and trials. Their sacrifice calls us to deepen our commitment to the Gospel and to share God's love fearlessly with the world. St. Paul Miki and Companions, pray for us! 🕊️

St. Joseph's Church (Bukit Timah)

2/5/2025, 1:25:03 AM

🌹 *Feast of St. Agatha, Virgin and Martyr*🌹 Today, we honor St. Agatha, a courageous young martyr of the early Church who remained steadfast in her faith despite suffering immense persecution. 🙏 As a model of purity and fortitude, St. Agatha dedicated her life to Christ, choosing to endure great trials rather than compromise her devotion. Her unwavering strength in the face of adversity reminds us that true faith is found in trusting God even in our most difficult moments. St. Agatha is the patron saint of those suffering from illnesses, particularly breast cancer, and of those seeking strength in times of trial. As "Pilgrims of Hope," may we be inspired by her example to stand firm in our faith and to offer our struggles to the Lord with trust and love. St. Agatha, pray for us, that we may remain faithful and courageous in our journey toward holiness! ✨

St. Joseph's Church (Bukit Timah)

2/2/2025, 12:09:25 AM

🕯️ *Feast of the Presentation of the Lord* Today, we celebrate the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord, also known as Candlemas, commemorating the moment when Mary and Joseph presented the infant Jesus in the Temple, fulfilling the law of the Lord. 🏛️ Simeon and Anna, filled with the Holy Spirit, recognized Jesus as the "light for revelation to the Gentiles" (Luke 2:32), a beacon of hope for all humanity. This feast reminds us that Christ is the true light who dispels the darkness of our lives. As we bless candles today, let us also renew our commitment to carry the light of Christ into the world, illuminating hearts with faith, hope, and love. ✨ As "Pilgrims of Hope", may we, like Simeon and Anna, recognize God's presence in our lives and respond with joyful hearts, trusting in His divine plan. Lord, may Your light shine brightly in our hearts and homes today and always! 🙏

St. Joseph's Church (Bukit Timah)

2/1/2025, 4:07:06 AM

Catholic Mass readings for the week of February 2 to February 8, 2025: 📖 Sun 2 February, Feast of the Presentation of the Lord: Malachi 3:1-4; Psalm 24:7, 8, 9, 10; Hebrews 2:14-18; Luke 2:22-40 or Luke 2:22-32 📖 Mon 3 February, Monday of the Fourth Week in Ordinary Time (Optional Memorial of St. Blaise, Bishop and Martyr; St. Ansgar, Bishop): Hebrews 11:32-40; Psalm 31:20, 21, 22, 23, 24; Mark 5:1-20 📖 Tue 4 February, Tuesday of the Fourth Week in Ordinary Time: Hebrews 12:1-4; Psalm 22:26b-27, 28 and 30, 31-32; Mark 5:21-43 📖 Wed 5 February, Memorial of Saint Agatha, Virgin and Martyr: Hebrews 12:4-7, 11-15; Psalm 103:1-2, 13-14, 17-18a; Mark 6:1-6 📖 Thu 6 February, Memorial of Saint Paul Miki and Companions, Martyrs: Hebrews 12:18-19, 21-24; Psalm 48:2-3ab, 3cd-4, 9, 10-11; Mark 6:7-13 📖 Fri 7 February, Friday of the Fourth Week in Ordinary Time: Hebrews 13:1-8; Psalm 27:1, 3, 5, 8b-9abc; Mark 6:14-29 📖 Sat 8 February, Saturday of the Fourth Week in Ordinary Time (Optional Memorial of St. Jerome Emiliani; St. Josephine Bakhita, Virgin): Hebrews 13:15-17, 20-21; Psalm 23:1-3a, 3b-4, 5, 6; Mark 6:30-34

St. Joseph's Church (Bukit Timah)

2/2/2025, 4:56:43 AM

*What’s On SJCBT* 🕯️ *Blessing of Candles* Date: 2 Feb 2025 (Sun, Feast of the Presentation of the Lord) Time: 11.30am & 5.30pm Masses Parishioners can bring their candles to the parish office prior to 2 Feb. Please label your candles with your name and contact number. 🙏 *Mass In Honor of St Joseph* Date: 5 Feb (Wed) Time: - 7.30pm (Rosary) - 8pm (Mass) Venue: Main Church 🙏 *First Friday Mass & Holy Hour: Praying as Pilgrims of Hope* Date: 7 Feb (Fri) Time: 7.15pm (Mass, followed by Holy Hour) Theme: Holy Family Speaker: Sr Elizabeth Sim 🙏 *Children’s Mass* Date: 8 Feb (Sat) Time: 5.30pm There will be Rosary at 4.50pm led by the children from the Legion of Mary Junior Praesidium. 🙏 *Mass For The Sick* Date: 9 Feb (Sun) Time: 5.30pm Mass Closing date: 4 Feb 2025 The Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick will be administered to those who are suffering from grave illnesses or greatly weakened by old age. If you or a family member would like to receive this sacrament, please email [email protected] or call the parish office at 67691666 to register. 📓 *Scripture Series Part VIII: Book of Judith by Fr Ambrose Vaz* Dates: 6 February – 20 March 2025 (7 sessions) Time: 9am-10.45am Venue: St Joseph’s Community Hall No registration required. Please bring along your Bible. 👦👩 *Secondary Catechesis 2025 Class Schedule* - Commencement Date: _9 Feb 2025 (Sun)_ - Time: 9.30am - First Day Assembly at Parish Community Hall ❗ *Dispensation from abstinence during Chinese New Year* Please note: (1) That on the Friday of *7 Feb*, dispensation is given from abstinence. (2) That the faithful substitute this day with other forms of penance, especially works of charity and exercises of piety. 📖 *Bible4Beginners* Speaker: James Nichols, Director, Archdiocesan Biblical Apostolate Singapore Dates: 11 & 18 Feb (Tues) Time: 8pm-9.45pm (online via Zoom) Learn about the Bible, its origins, authenticity, structure, and how it can play a major part in your faith journey, bringing you closer to God. Please register at: https://tinyurl.com/BibleBasics2025 👶 *2025 Infant Baptism Schedules* Rite of Baptism: - Date: 6 Apr (Sun) - Time: 1.30pm Closing Date for Registration - Date: 15 Feb (Sat) Preparation Sessions for parents and godparents - Session 1 (Online On Zoom) o 2 Mar (Sun) o 1.30pm - Session 2 (Face-to-face at St Joseph’s AVA Room) o 30 Mar (Sun) o 1.30pm Please visit https://stjoseph-bt.org.sg/services to download the Infant Baptism form and for more information. 🙏 *Holy Hour for Vocations* Date: 20 Feb (Thurs) Time: 8pm Venue: Chapel of St Joseph The Seminarians from St Francis Xavier Major Seminary will be leading the Holy Hour every 3rd Thursday of the Month to pray for Vocations. Please come and join them to pray for vocations to the priesthood! 🎼 *Prayer Thru Music: The role of music in the Catholic Church and its connection to God* Date: 21 Feb (Fri) Time: 8pm Venue: St Mary AVA Room, Level 3, Parish Community Hall Speaker: Fr Valerian Cheong - Praise and Worship - Scripture Readings - Spiritual Talk - Community Bonding Email: [email protected] 🙏 *Praying With Scripture* Date: 25 Feb 2025 Time: 8pm-9.45pm (Online via Zoom) Facilitated by Jane Lau (Pastoral Teams Co-ordinator), & the Faith & Bible Reflections Community. Learn how to pray with the Bible using the ancient method of Lectio Divina, which means 'Divine Reading'. Through contemplating and 'chewing' on the Word of God, we can learn to hear God's voice speaking more clearly to us. Please register at: https://tinyurl.com/BibleBasics2025 🙋🙋‍♀️ *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* Our Archdiocesan Emergency Response Operations (AERO) has reminded all parishes to strengthen our security and safety measures. 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. (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. (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)

2/8/2025, 5:45:35 AM

Catholic Mass readings for the week of February 9 to February 15, 2025: 📖 Sun 9 February, Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time: Isaiah 6:1‐2,3‐8; Psalm 137(138):1‐5,7‐8; 1 Corinthians 15:1-11; Luke 5:1‐11 📖 Mon 10 February, Memorial of Saint Scholastica, Virgin: Genesis 1:1-19; Psalm 104:1-2a, 5-6, 10 and 12, 24 and 35c; Mark 6:53-56 📖 Tue 11 February, Tuesday of the Fifth Week in Ordinary Time (Optional Memorial of Our Lady of Lourdes): Genesis 1:20—2:4a; Psalm 8:4-5, 6-7, 8-9; Mark 7:1-13 📖 Wed 12 February, Wednesday of the Fifth Week in Ordinary Time: Genesis 2:4b-9, 15-17; Psalm 104:1-2a, 27-28, 29bc-30; Mark 7:14-23 📖 Thu 13 February, Thursday of the Fifth Week in Ordinary Time: Genesis 2:18-25; Psalm 128:1-2, 3, 4-5; Mark 7:24-30 📖 Fri 14 February, Dedication of the Cathedral of the Good Shepherd: 1 Kings 8:22-23,27-30; 1 Chronicles 29:10-12; Matthew 16:13-19 📖 Sat 15 February, Saturday of the Fifth Week in Ordinary Time: Genesis 3:9-24; Psalm 90:2, 3-4abc, 5-6, 12-13; Mark 8:1-10