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Join us at the Church of St Mary of the Angels for an engaging session on the Catholic faith and the sacrament of Baptism. Whether you’re new to the Church or simply curious, this programme offers a clear, meaningful look into one of Catholicism’s most sacred rites.
Learn about the beliefs and traditions behind Baptism, its role in welcoming new members into the Christian community and the grace it imparts. You’ll also gain insights on the preparation process — from catechism classes to the roles of parents and godparents.
To deepen your experience, you’ll witness an infant Baptism, giving you a firsthand observation of this beautiful and meaningful celebration.
All are welcome — come and explore the faith in a warm, informative setting.
The Church of St Mary of the Angels began as a humble hilltop chapel for the Franciscan Friars, dedicated in 1958 by Archbishop Olçomendy. It became a parish in 1970 and was named after St Mary of the Angels in Assisi — St Francis’ beloved chapel of grace and mercy.
As the Bukit Batok and Bukit Gombak areas developed, the church grew to meet the needs of its expanding community. The 1970s and 80s saw several upgrades, including the addition of a parish office, library, classrooms, and a kindergarten at the St Clare Centre.
With further growth in the 1990s, a major redevelopment followed. The current church building was completed in 2003 and dedicated in 2004 by Archbishop Nicholas Chia.
Today, the church is one of Singapore’s largest parishes, serving over 14,000 parishioners — both locally and abroad through online Masses. Rooted in the Franciscan spirit of simplicity, humility, and service, it remains a vibrant, welcoming spiritual home for the community.
Serene Lee is a long-time volunteer with My Community, particularly active with the My Queenstown Museum team. She has contributed as a museum guide and editor, helping to craft and refine materials that communicate the rich stories of Singapore’s first satellite town.
By day, Serene is an educator, teaching English Language and Science in a secondary school. Her passion for education naturally extends to her volunteer work, where she helps ensure that heritage narratives remain accessible and engaging for diverse audiences.
Through her years of service, Serene has played a steady role in supporting My Community’s mission to document and present the histories and identities of Singapore’s neighbourhoods.
Participants should be dressed respectfully in smart casual (i.e. collared shirt, long pants and covered shoes). Sleeveless attire, shorts/miniskirts or sandals are strictly not allowed. Participants will be denied entry if they dress inappropriately.
Parking is available near Bukit Batok East Point.
My Prayers and Practices
My Prayers and Practices
My Prayers and Practices
My Prayers and Practices
My Prayers and Practices
My Prayers and Practices
