Macau

Sharing Light: Art as a Vocation

July 4, 2024July 4, 2024 adminLocal, World

Diogo Muñoz, a talented artist from Lisbon, presents his solo exhibition “Macau Forever,” celebrating Macau’s rich history and culture. Invited by the CAC – Círculo de Amigos da Cultura de Macau, Diogo’s exhibit, delayed by unforeseen circumstances since 2015, finally showcases his heartfelt connection to Macau. A fervent Catholic, Diogo’s faith influences his artistic journey, blending devotion with creativity. His works, renowned in prestigious collections globally, now bring Macau’s stories to life with simplicity and joy.

Teaching our students to embrace faith as a way of life

June 7, 2024June 7, 2024 adminFaith & Life, Local

Angela Chong’s innovative approach at St. Francis Xavier’s Church, Mong-Ha, blends traditional Confirmation teaching with spiritual journaling. Through Lenten assignments, students reflect on faith in everyday life. While results varied, some students showed profound insights.

A Journey from Sonntagberg to Macau

June 4, 2024June 4, 2024 adminFaith & Life, Local, World

Fr. Franz Gassner, SVD, reflects on his journey from an Austrian farm to becoming a missionary priest in Macau. Through faith, studies, and global experiences, he discovered his vocation. Now an Associate Professor at the University of Saint Joseph, he emphasizes the Church’s role in offering hope and unity across cultures.

Enriched and Strengthened with the Holy Spirit

May 31, 2024May 31, 2024 adminAll Categories

On Pentecost weekend, the Cathedral of the Nativity of Our Lady in Macau celebrated Confirmation for its Chinese, Portuguese, and English communities, led by Bishop Stephen Lee. This sacrament strengthens Catholics with the Holy Spirit to build up the Church and witness Christ. The celebrations underscored the importance of Confirmation in Christian initiation and its connection to the Eucharist.

A CALL TO OUR GENUINE CHANGE OF HEART

May 31, 2024May 31, 2024 adminFaith & Life, Local

The annual procession honoring Our Lady of Fátima in Macau on May 13 featured a bilingual Mass by Bishop Stephen Lee and a candle-lit procession. This event commemorates Mary’s apparitions at Fátima, stressing the importance of sincere conversion and gratitude for God’s messages.

FAITH IS STRENGTHENED WHEN IT IS SHARED

May 27, 2024May 27, 2024 adminFaith & Life, Local, World

O Clarim director Fr. Eduardo Emilio Agüero, SCJ, recently organized a mission trip to Cabo Verde, Africa, allowing young Catholics from Macau to engage in service projects, deepen their faith, and live out the Great Commission. This experience aims to inspire virtues like humility and compassion, strengthen their faith, and guide them in their spiritual journey and vocation discernment.

Legacy of Faith and Journalism: O Clarim unveils commemorative stamp

April 22, 2024April 22, 2024 adminLocal

In celebration of its 75th anniversary, O Clarim has unveiled a commemorative stamp honoring its legacy of Catholic evangelization and journalistic excellence in Macau. Designed by Victor Hugo Marreiros, the stamp encapsulates O Clarim’s values and achievements, serving as a tangible tribute to its impact on the community.

2024 Easter Message from Bishop Stephen Lee Bun-Sang – Risen Lord, teach us to pray

March 31, 2024March 31, 2024 adminFaith & Life, Local

In this Year of Prayer, let us rediscover the centrality of prayer and cultivate a life of prayer and a soul of prayer, which will extend to our future lives and bring us closer to God.

Bridging the Dialogue: O Clarim’s Exhibition Tour kicks off

March 7, 2024March 8, 2024 adminLocal

Step into History! Join us at the ‘Bridging the Dialogue: Exhibition Tour’ and explore 75 years of O Clarim’s legacy and the vibrant media heritage of Macau.

“Here I am to do your will”

March 7, 2024March 8, 2024 adminFaith & Life, Local, World

The Dehonian mission has made significant contributions to the dioceses of Macau and Hong Kong. Fr. Carlos Luis Suarez Codorniu, SCJ, General Superior of the Priests of the Sacred Heart (Dehonians), recently visited Macau and spoke to O Clarim about the church’s role in these regions, the contributions of the Dehonian congregation, and their future aspirations.