This year, the Catholic Diocese of Macau is thrilled to announce a contest inviting artists, musicians, and creative individuals to contribute their talents for the upcoming anniversary celebration in 2026. This event not only marks a significant moment in the diocese’s history but also aims to strengthen community bonds through shared creativity and expression.
The Catholic Diocese of Macau welcomed the Year of the Snake this Wednesday, January 29th, with the observance of the feast of Our Lady of China. The commemoration of the Virgin of Dong Lu on the first day of the Lunar New Year is a liturgical tradition exclusive to the local Catholic Church. Elsewhere in the world, the solemnity of Our Lady of China falls every year on the day before the second Sunday of May. But how important is Marian devotion to Chinese Catholics? How did Our Lady of China become an integral part of the Lunar New Year celebrations in Macau? Andrew Leong, head of the Department of Catholic Theology at the Faculty of Religious Studies and Philosophy of the University of Saint Joseph, explains.
Starting from February, a new liturgical choir will animate and support English and Tagalog language Masses at the Cathedral of the Nativity of Our Lady. The Padre Pio Choir was formally introduced on Sunday, February 2nd. On the very same day, the Couples for Christ Choir, Macau’s oldest English language ensemble, commemorates its 18th anniversary.
Around three dozen young pilgrims from Macau will travel to Rome in summer, to take part in the Jubilee of Youth. The event is the crowning moment of a pilgrimage that also includes visits to Lourdes and Assisi.
The Chinese Section of Santa Rosa de Lima Secondary School will once again play host to the Prayer Service for Christian Unity, an annual ecumenical celebration that draws together worshippers from different Christian denomination. The observance is part of the broader Week of Prayer for Christian Unity.
It’s one of the most vibrant and expressive public displays of faith in Asia’s largest Catholic nation, but also an exuberant trademark for Filipino communities spread around the world. Macau Special Administrative Region is no exception. On Sunday morning, believers will flock to Saint Augustine’s Church to attend a Mass in honor of Señor Santo Niño. Later on, hundreds of Overseas Filipino Workers will swarm the streets of central Macau to celebrate Sinulog, a lively festival that intertwines faith, culture and tradition.
Fr. Lawrence Lew, O.P., the General Promoter of the Rosary for the Dominican Order, will visit Macau from December 19–22. Known for his passion for the Rosary as a tool of personal devotion and community prayer, Fr. Lew will conduct sessions across English-speaking communities in Macau. With a background in theology, sacred art, and a deep love for Marian devotion, he has inspired a global resurgence in praying the Rosary, emphasizing its relevance in modern times.
On November 16, 2024, Bishop Stephen Lee celebrated a solemn Mass at St. Michael’s Cemetery, honoring the deceased priests of the Catholic Diocese of Macau. This time-honored tradition, held in November, the month of remembrance, highlights the spiritual legacy of these devoted servants of the Church. In his homily, Bishop Lee reminded the faithful of the enduring impact of these priests, encouraging the community to continue their legacy of service and compassion.
The apparitions of Our Lady of Fatima call us to embrace the power of the Holy Rosary. Through her messages to three shepherd children in 1917, Mary invited the world to pray the Rosary daily for peace, conversion, and hope amidst turmoil. In Macau, the faithful honor this message with processions and reflection, especially during the Feast Day on October 13.
Moses is a profound figure in the Old Testament, called by God while tending to his father-in-law’s flock, illustrating how divine calls often emerge amid our daily lives. Despite his initial doubts about his abilities, Moses was reassured by God’s promise: “I will be with you.” This narrative reminds us that our vocations, especially in priestly and religious life, are filled with challenges, yet our commitment to a genuine relationship with God is crucial for overcoming them.
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