Macau

“We cultivate students based on the faith of Christ”

October 6, 2023October 6, 2023 adminLocal

Macau’s 26 Catholic schools and colleges are attracting more and more students, Mr. Stephan Chan Teng-fong tells O Clarim. The managing director of the Diocesan Catholic Education Commission claims there has been a sustained growth, over recent years, in the numbers of students enrolled in Catholic–oriented educational establishments. In an expansive interview, Mr. Chan – who is also an advisor at Colégio Diocesano de São José – talks about the values and mission of the local Catholic schools, as well as the challenges that they face.

Catholic schools pay tribute to teachers and educators

October 5, 2023October 5, 2023 adminLocal

Four dozen Catholic schoolteachers were commended on September 8 as part of the Association of Catholic Schools’ “Teachers Development Day”. Held in early September every year, the ceremony signals the beginning of the new school year and celebrates the educators’ commitment to the principles of Catholic education.

A saint who lived in Macau

September 25, 2023September 25, 2023 adminFaith & Life

On September 20th, Saint Anthony’s parish celebrated the liturgical feast of Saint Andrew Kim. Macau and Saint Anthony’s parish, in particular, played a significant role in the formation of the saint as he received his theological education in the region. Saint Andrew Kim is an excellent example for Catholic youth who are expected in Seoul in August 2027 for the 38th World Youth Day, as the Asian continent once again comes under the spotlight of the Catholic world.

A Step Closer to the Diaconate

September 12, 2023September 15, 2023 adminFaith & Life, Local

As seminarians Bosco Chan and Adriano were admitted to the candidacy for Holy Orders, they move one step forward toward the priesthood, acknowledging their
renouncement of the world and faithful following of Christ in serving His flock.

A Journey of Faith

September 7, 2023September 15, 2023 adminFaith & Life, Local

The visit of the seminarians and formators of the Holy Seminary of Hong Kong to the
St. Joseph Seminary of Macau can be seen as a vital part of priestly formation where
learning about other cultures and communities will broaden perspectives, enabling
them to live out their ministry in the best manner possible.

World Youth Day: It all started in Fatima

August 2, 2023August 2, 2023 adminWorld

Fatima was the first stopover for the young Portuguese-speaking Catholics who will represent the Diocese of Macau at the World Youth Day. Early last week, three local juvenile pilgrims prayed the Holy Rosary before a crowd in the Chapel of the Apparitions, the heart of the Fatima Shrine.

A Comboni embrace between Porto and Macau

August 2, 2023August 2, 2023 adminWorld

The Comboni Missionary Center of Maia, on the outskirts of Porto, was until Sunday the temporary home of almost 40 Chinese-language young Catholics from Macau who are going to take part in the 37th edition of the World Youth Day. In Northern Portugal, Macau’s entourage joined the Comboni Youth Day Meeting, thanks to the help of an old acquaintance.

A Vocation to Serve God in Media Apostolate

June 27, 2023June 27, 2023 adminFaith & Life

Putting It All Together: The Efficient Editor of ‘O Clarim’ Chinese Edition Fr Leonard E Dollentas In the world of Chinese-language news media, there are many talented editors who work tirelessly to ensure that the information presented to readers is…

Behind Every Byline: José Miguel Encarnação and How He Shapes the O Clarim Portuguese Edition

June 5, 2023June 5, 2023 adminLocal

Celebrating 75 years of O Clarim mandates the celebration of those that have built up the publication and made it what it is today. José Miguel Encarnação, editor of the Portuguese edition, is one such person who has transformed O Clarim into an engaging, relevant platform, carrying forth the mission of the Church.

Marian art exhibition highlights Macau’s devotion to Mary

May 11, 2023May 11, 2023 adminFaith & Life, Local

Marian devotion sets the tone for the “Litaniae Lauretanea” art exhibition that was inaugurated last Saturday at Rua Formosa. The exhibition is one of the initiatives that the Macau Catholic Culture Association will promote until the end of the month as part of the celebrations of May, the Month of Mary.