Prayers for the Conclave
Image: Jesus blesses the Apostolic College, Fr. Lawrence Lew, O.P. via Flickr
Attached below is a set of prayers for the 9-day novena, which you and your ministry may use.
To the Faithful of The Church of The Risen Christ
Peace be with you.
As the sacred moment of the Papal Conclave draws near, we, the Body of Christ, are being summoned to profound and united prayer. On 7th May, the College of Cardinals will enter into Conclave to elect the successor to the See of St. Peter. This is a moment of great consequence not only for the Church, but for the world.
We share with you the message issued on 29 April 2025 by His Eminence William Cardinal Goh, Archbishop of Singapore, currently in Rome, who writes with heartfelt clarity:
"It is urgent and important that you all pray for us so that we can discern what kind of Pope the Church needs in this present day... Please pray that we will choose the right candidate to be the successor of St. Peter to lead the Church in this complex world..."
"I encourage you to organize novenas, rosary and Divine Mercy devotions to pray fervently, unceasingly, for the Cardinals to be guided by the Holy Spirit to elect a good, holy, compassionate, wise and strong pope, who will not only be a Shepherd after the heart of Christ, but also courageous in defending the deposit of Faith handed down to the Church through the ages."
In fidelity to this call, I urge all parishioners to commit themselves to:
Daily recitation of the Holy Rosary for the intention of the Conclave,
Organizing and participating in novenas and hours of adoration,
Offering Masses, sacrifices, and acts of penance for the outpouring of the Holy Spirit upon the Cardinals, that they may be endowed with heavenly wisdom, unwavering courage, purity of heart, and perfect unity, so that in all things they may seek the will of Christ.
May the Lord grant His Church a holy shepherd after His own Heart — one who will lead with truth, courage, and charity.
Come, Holy Spirit. Enlighten Your Church. Renew the face of the earth.
May the Immaculate Heart of Mary, Queen of the Apostles, intercede for us and for the entire Church.
In Christ,
Rev. Fr Brian D'Souza
Church of The Risen Christ
29 April 2025
Dear Parishioners and Friends,
You are warmly invited to join us in honoring the life and legacy of our beloved Pope Francis beginning tonight at 8:00 PM for three nights, at the Parish of the Risen Christ.
Let us come together in faith and unity to offer prayers for his soul and to remember his profound impact on our Church and the world.
Starting today, for three consecutive evenings
🗓️ Dates: 22, 23, 24 April 2025
🕗 Time: 8:00 PM - 9:30 PM
📍 Venue: Parish of the Risen Christ
All are welcome. Let us pray together.
Eternal rest grant unto Pope Francis, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May he rest in peace. Amen.
Photo credit: The Titular Roman Catholic Archbishop of Singapore. Used with permission.
As we enter into the sacred days of the Easter Triduum, the Church of the Risen Christ warmly invites you to journey with Christ from the Upper Room to the Cross, and from the tomb to the glory of the Resurrection. Our Easter Season leaflet is your guide to a meaningful season filled with faith and fellowship.
Inside, you’ll find key dates and details for our upcoming events:
🌅 Easter Triduum Schedule
📖 Breaking of the Word
🎥 Risen Christ Movie Night
🌿 Exco Leaders Retreat
🎵 Night of Worship
🕊️ Mass for the Sick
📥 Download your Easter Season leaflet today and join us as we celebrate the victory of Christ over sin and death.
Holy Thursday
17 April: 7.00pm (No Morning Mass)
Good Friday
18 April: 9.00am(M) / 12.00pm / 3.00pm & 5.30pm
Stations of the Cross half-hour before each Service.
Easter Vigil
19 April: 7.30pm with Baptism
There is no Morning Mass.
Easter Sunday
20 April: Usual schedule
Please join us for a communal meal provided after mass.
The Risen Christ Parish Emergency Preparedness Team (PEPT) is blessed to bring you a vital life-saving skills workshop conducted by our Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF)!
In the spirit of Christian charity and our call to care for one another, this session will equip you with essential techniques to assist those in need during critical moments. Let us embrace this opportunity to grow in our ability to be instruments of help and hope within our community.
🗓️ Mark your calendars: Saturday, 10th May 2025
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
📍 Venue: Church of the Risen Christ
Let us come together, learn these valuable skills, and strengthen the bonds of support within our parish and beyond.
➡️ Register your spot now: https://bit.ly/SCDFMay2025
As we enter the sacred season of Lent, the Church of the Risen Christ invites you to embark on a journey of spiritual renewal with our Lenten leaflet, inspired by John 3:30—"He must increase, but I must decrease." This powerful theme calls us to humility, surrender, and a deeper commitment to Christ as we prepare our hearts for Easter.
Inside the leaflet, you will find:
What is Lent About? – A simple reflection on the significance of Lent and its call to prayer, fasting, and almsgiving.
What Can I Do During Lent? – Practical ways to participate in Lenten observances within our community.
Schedule for Lent – A complete guide to our parish’s Lenten masses, services and events, including Ash Wednesday Mass times, Stations of the Cross, Breaking of the Word, Penitential Service, and the Holy Week liturgies.
Let this Lent be a time of deepening faith and transformation. May we make space in our hearts for Christ to increase as we decrease in self, growing in love and service to God and one another.
⬇️ Download your copy of the Lenten leaflet right here today and journey with us towards Easter.
Risen Christ Church is undertaking essential repairs and redecoration to preserve the beauty and functionality of our beloved church. The last major renovation took place 20 years ago, and it is now time to refresh and restore the church to continue serving our community for years to come.
We aim to raise $4 million to complete these works. Envelopes for cash contributions have been distributed during the weekend masses. Please take an envelope and consider supporting this important initiative. We also encourage you to reach out to friends and family to seek their generous support for this cause.
Let us come together as a community to ensure the church remains a vibrant space for worship and fellowship.