Chancery Notices

 In view of the current haze situation and the potential impact on respiratory health, and on the directive of Archbishop Julian Leow, all parishes are requested to observe the following precautionary measures this weekend (10 & 11 October 2026): Outdoor Activities: All outdoor parish activities should be suspended or avoided during this weekend as a precautionary measure. Catechism Classes: Catechism classes may proceed as scheduled, provided they are conducted indoors and the premises are safe and conducive. As a precautionary measure, all outdoor catechism classes must be suspended for this weekend. Should the haze situation worsen in certain areas, parish priests, in consultation with their respective parish catechetical teams, may exercise their discretion to suspend all catechism classes. Use of Face Masks: Parishioners are strongly advised to wear face masks when attending church, particularly in areas where air quality is poor and for those who may be more susceptible to the effects of the haze. The Elderly and Vulnerable: The elderly, those with respiratory difficulties, and those whose health may be adversely affected by exposure to the haze have been granted dispensation by Archbishop Julian Leow from the obligation to attend Mass on Sunday, 11 October 2026. They are encouraged to participate in the celebration of Mass online, where available. While online participation does not ordinarily replace physical attendance at Mass, this dispensation is granted as a precautionary measure in the present circumstances to safeguard their health and well-being. Let us continue to pray for one another, especially for the elderly, the vulnerable, and all those affected by the haze. We continue to pray for the haze situation to improve and come to an end soon. Rev Fr Dr Clarence Devadass Chancellor Archdiocese of Kuala Lumpur Please note that this advisory may be revised depending on the prevailing haze situation. Parishes are advised to remain vigilant and follow any other updates or instructions issued by the Archdiocese of Kuala Lumpur.

Ucapan Selamat Hari Merdeka dan Hari Malaysia CFM 2026 Hari Merdeka menandakan kebebasan kita daripada pemerintahan penjajah serta perjalanan kita menuju pembentukan sebuah negara yang berdaulat. Hari Malaysia pula menandakan detik apabila Malaya, Sabah dan Sarawak bergabung untuk membentuk sebuah negara baharu yang dikenali sebagai Malaysia. Daripada pembentukan ini lahirlah satu identiti bersama. Tanpa mengira kaum, agama atau latar belakang sejarah, kita semua adalah rakyat Malaysia — satu bangsa, yang disatukan sebagai satu negara. Identiti bersama ini menyeru kita untuk membina sebuah masyarakat yang bersatu demi kebaikan bersama seluruh rakyat Malaysia. Kita diamanahkan dengan kepelbagaian yang kaya, ikatan sosial yang kukuh serta sumber alam dan kekayaan negara yang melimpah — semuanya perlu kita urus dan pelihara demi kemakmuran, kesejahteraan dan kehidupan yang berkembang maju bagi setiap insan di negara ini. Perpaduan tidak bermaksud keseragaman; sebaliknya, ia adalah perpaduan dalam kepelbagaian. Kekuatan kita terletak pada keupayaan untuk saling menghormati, meraikan perbezaan dan bekerjasama antara satu sama lain, sambil terus berpegang pada identiti, budaya dan kepercayaan masing-masing. Inilah yang menjadikan Malaysia sebuah negara yang istimewa. Janganlah kita menganggap remeh berkat keunikan negara kita ini. Apa yang telah dikurniakan kepada kita dari syurga boleh hilang sekiranya kita gagal menghargai dan memeliharanya. Kita mesti sentiasa berwaspada terhadap unsur-unsur yang memecahbelahkan, pandangan yang sempit serta ideologi ekstrem yang berusaha untuk meretakkan perpaduan kita dan mengancam masa depan yang kita kongsi bersama. Sempena kita menandakan satu lagi detik penting dalam perjalanan sebagai sebuah negara yang merdeka, marilah kita dengan bangga mengibarkan Jalur Gemilang — lambang yang menyatukan kita — di rumah, tempat kerja dan rumah-rumah ibadat. Semoga kita terus melangkah bersama-sama, berganding bahu dengan sesama rakyat Malaysia dalam membina sebuah negara yang berteraskan saling menghormati, perpaduan, keadilan dan keamanan. Persekutuan Kristian Malaysia (CFM) mengucapkan kepada seluruh rakyat Malaysia Selamat Hari Merdeka dan Selamat Hari Malaysia yang penuh berkat dan bermakna. Selamat Hari Merdeka & Selamat Hari Malaysia! 

In preparation for the Malaysia Pastoral Assembly 2026, Archbishop Julian Leow calls upon all the faithful to observe a Day of Fast and Prayer on 4 September 2026. All Catholics are encouraged to offer personal acts of prayer and fasting for this ecclesial gathering. Parishes are likewise invited to organise prayer vigils, holy hours, rosary prayer, and other communal moments of intercession, so that our entire Archdiocese may unite in seeking the guidance of the Holy Spirit for this important ecclesial moment. Archbishop Julian Leow also invites you to join him online in praying before the Blessed Sacrament on the same day, from 9.00 pm to 10.00 pm, as we gather in faith and hope before the Lord. May our shared prayer strengthen the Church in Malaysia and open our hearts to God’s will. Rev Fr Dr Clarence Devadass Chancellor Archdiocese of Kuala Lumpur

Upon the recommendation of the seminary formators and following consultation with the College of Consultors, Archbishop Julian Leow, D.D., intends to call Bro. Lincoln Lee Keng Chuan, Bro. Joseph Tan Yee Ping, Bro. Tony Bingkuan, OFM Cap., and Bro. Albert Arputhan a/l Maniam to the Order of Deacon on Wednesday, 16 September 2026, at 10:00 am at the Church of the Divine Mercy, Shah Alam, Selangor. Bro. Lincoln Lee Keng Chuan hails from the Church of the Assumption, Petaling Jaya, and currently resides at the Church of the Sacred Heart, Bentong, Pahang. He began his formation in Philosophy at College General, Penang (2019–2020), and continued his theological studies at St Peter’s College, Kuching, Sarawak (2022–2026). Bro. Joseph Tan Yee Ping is from the Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, Jalan Peel, Kuala Lumpur, and currently resides at the Church of the Good Shepherd, Setapak, Kuala Lumpur. He began his formation in Philosophy at College General, Penang (2020–2021), and continued his theological formation at St Peter’s College, Kuching, Sarawak (2022–2026). Bro. Tony Bingkuan, OFM Cap., hails from the Church of St Michael, Penampang, Sabah, and currently resides and serves at the Gethsemani Friary at the Church of St Francis of Assisi, Cheras, Selangor. He began his formation in Philosophy at St Peter’s College, Kuching, Sarawak (2010–2011), and subsequently pursued his theological formation at Divine Word Seminary, Tagaytay, Philippines (2018–2019 and 2022–2023). Bro. Albert Arputhan a/l Maniam is from the Church of St Anne, Port Klang. He began his formation in Philosophy at College General, Penang (2017–2018). He then continued his formation at St Peter’s College, Kuching, Sarawak (2020–2021), and completed his theological studies at The National Seminary of Our Lady of Lanka, Kandy, Sri Lanka (2024–2026). In accordance with Canon 1051 §2, this announcement serves as a public notice concerning the suitability of the above candidates for ordination. If anyone is aware of any canonical impediment or other serious reason why any of these candidates should not be ordained, they are requested to inform their parish priest, the Chancery, or the Archbishop without delay, in accordance with Canon 1043. Any such information may be communicated to the Chancery at chancery@archkl.org Let us accompany these candidates with our prayers and support as they prepare for diaconal ministry and service to the People of God. May the Lord strengthen them in their vocation, deepen their love for Christ and His Church, and grant them generous hearts for faithful service in the Archdiocese of Kuala Lumpur.