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Journey of Discernment

Journey of Discernment

Franciscan formation is a gradual process of growth, in which the friar opens his heart to the Gospel and commits himself fully to being continually converted. It is based upon a personal encounter with the Lord, and begins with the call of God and the individual’s...

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Journeying Together Towards a New Way of Being Church

Journeying Together Towards a New Way of Being Church

With the launch of the Synodal process from 2021 to 2023, Pope Francis is addressing the systemic issues affecting the global Catholic Church. Vatican Council II presented a vision of Church for the new era of Church life leading into the new millennium. Essentially,...

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A New Way of Looking at the World

A New Way of Looking at the World

St Francis of Assisi is well known for his love of poverty, but he was not born into poverty. In fact, he was born into wealth and privilege, and dreamt of glory on the battlefield. He thought these would bring him happiness. It was not until he encountered the leper...

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Five New Franciscan Deacons

Five New Franciscan Deacons

The Franciscan Friars had reason to celebrate in November. On 26 November 2021, the friars in Singapore gathered at the Cathedral of the Good Shepherd for the diaconal ordination of Brothers Cosmas Francis, Crispus Mosinoh, Gerald Terence, Robin Toha and Sixtus Pitah....

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Putting Ourselves in God’s Equation – Custos’ Message

Putting Ourselves in God’s Equation – Custos’ Message

Custody Retreat at St Clare's Hall, SingaporeFriar John Wong as one of the celebrants. Dearest family and friends, Our Custody concluded our year by preparing for the new year. For five days from 29 Nov to 3 Dec 2021, the friars in Singapore and Malaysia gathered...

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