The annual Mass for The Sick on 26 November , a parish-level event, was organized by the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul (SSVP) under the guidance of its new President, Raphael Chew.

SSVP members, along with the assistance of parish volunteers, energetic youths and the 9am choir, collaborated to ensure the Mass became a special and inclusive experience for all participants.

With a turnout of 120 individuals, the event featured the administration of the Sacrament of Reconciliation by Fr Benedict, Fr Edward, Fr Vaz, Fr Nathanial, Fr Jerome, and Fr Garcia, accompanied by the Anointing of Holy Oil for Healing and Protection by Fr Benedict, Fr Edward, Fr Jerome, and Fr Nathanial.

The extract above is from “The Manna” – 17 Dec 2023 Bulletin from Church Of Saint Francis Xavier. For the full article do visit https://www.sfxchurch.sg/bulletin/.

Fr Jerome Leon and Fr Eugene Vaz are SSVP’s current and former SSVP National Spiritual Advisor respectively.