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Eleven devoted individuals, battling serious health challenges such as cancer and heart conditions, set aside their personal struggles to embark on a mission of faith and healing.The team with the restored sculptures of Jesus, St John The Evangelist and St Mary Magdalene. From left: Steven, Mary, Pauline, Linda and Athanasius.
Fr Robert was very supportive of the team throughout their journey. “He is our light as we worked in the darkness of a church emptied by COVID-19,” shared team leader Pauline Eu Poh Lin. She believes the team embraced the joyful vision Fr Robert set for the restoration, as he chose a vibrant and uplifting theme, steering away from the traditional Gothic, Baroque, or Rococo styles.
A former student of the Convent of the Holy Infant Jesus, Pauline holds the school motto, “Steadfast in Duty,” close to her heart. She is deeply grateful for the opportunity to use her God-given gift of art to serve others, all for the greater glory of our loving Father. “I am also so proud of Our Lady’s love and guidance,” she said, beaming with gratitude for the blessings and growth that came from this sacred mission.
Athanasius found the intricate detailing, particularly on the statue of Christ the King, to be the most challenging. Alexandar Anthony Dars, curator of the Heritage Gallery, shared that this statue was donated by Dr Abdon Clement Kathigasu @ Arumugam Canatapai Pillay M.B.E., who, together with his wife Sybil Medan Kathigasu G.M., courageously supported the resistance against the Japanese during World War II.
During the renovation, a box of raffle ticket stubs bearing the names of church donors was discovered buried beneath the main altar. Older parishioners recalled the many fundraising activities that took place when the current church was built in 1959, replacing the original wooden structure from 1905. Fr George explained that the stubs carried the promise that “Mass will be offered in perpetuity for the donors.
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