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A significant moment of unity occurred as the Church of St. John Marie Vianney in Tampin handed over the Perjalanan Salib to the Church of the Divine Mercy in Shah Alam. This transition was marked by a closing Mass and a solemn procession, symbolising the shared mission of carrying the cross together. Tampin parish priest Fr. Albet Arockiasamy presented Bunga Raya plants to Deacon Philip Asirwalam and his team. These plants, which represent Malaysia's national flower and are featured on the Salib, serve as a living memorial. Deacon Philip then planted these flowers at St. John Marie Vianney, reaffirming the parish's commitment to the pillars of family, church, ecology, and society. The journey continued in Shah Alam, where the cross was reassembled, and participants crafted palm leaf crosses to begin the next chapter.

What does it mean to navigate the world without sight? At the "Giving Up Your Sight" event, 38 participants experienced this reality firsthand. Organised by AOHD in collaboration with the Parish Integral Human Development Ministry of the Church of St. Joseph, Sentul, the evening invited the community to step into the lives of those who are visually impaired. In partnership with the National Council for the Blind Malaysia (NCBM) and Eagle's Wing, participants embraced the Lenten call to empathy and solidarity. Activities included dining in darkness, learning the basics of Braille, and reflecting on the barriers faced by visually impaired individuals.  More than just a simulation, the experience deepened awareness and compassion, inspiring participants to become stronger advocates for inclusion and accessibility within the community.