Church of St. Ignatius Singapore

🌟 THIS WEEK’S BULLETIN HIGHLIGHTS 🙏 CRC – 19 Aug, 7.20pm Fellowship, praise & worship, and sharing on responding to Christ’s call. 🕯 Children’s Adoration + Exam Blessing – 21 Aug, 7pm A quiet hour with Jesus for children, with a special blessing for students. 👕 Clothes Swap – 5 Sep, 9am Bring pre-loved clothes to swap for new favourites. Donations support the Social Mission Fund. 🌱 Farmers Market – 5 Sep, 9am Fresh produce, plants, homemade treats, Clothes Swap & PasarFish — celebrating the Season of Creation! 🙏 Praying Parents – 19 Sep, 4pm Join parents in prayer for children preparing for their upcoming examinations. 🌏 Care for Creation Retreat – 23–29 Nov A Silent Retreat & Laudato Si’ Field Trip in Chiang Mai with Fr Colin Tan, SJ. 📚 CCD Registration – 2026–2027 intake now open online. 👵 PaCES – Nativity of Mary – 8 Sep Rosary, Mass, fellowship & lunch for elderly and sick parishioners. ✨ Community on Mission 2026 Joyfully Called, Formed, Sent 📖 Full bulletin

Date: 6 September 2026 (Sunday) Time: 9.30am to 5pm Venue: Kingsmead Hall (8 Victoria Park Rd, S266492) Costs: $50/pax including lunch, art materials, usage of venue and other miscellaneous costs. Have you ever contemplated on a God who loves colours, textures, play and creation? The Book of Genesis clearly states that God created and sees all things as 'good'. Come and share with this delight with God! We gather this day as Religious and friends (you!) to pray, reflect and encounter the Creator through art. You do not have to be good at art, we aren't too! Come and have fun and let God create through you! 🕊 Register for our DOR Hearts for the Lord (HFTL) is a quarterly Catholic vocation exploration program and Day of Recollection in Singapore. Run in collaboration with various religious orders and congregations, it targets single Catholic young adults aged 18 to 35+ who want to discern or explore a calling to religious life.

🎥 NEVER BE PUT OFF 🙏🏼 Feeling discouraged? Join Fr Colin Tan, SJ as he reflects on the Canaanite woman’s unwavering faith and reminds us to stand firm and never be put off — even when it seems that Our Lord Himself is testing our patience. May we persevere with humility, faith and hope, trusting in God’s mercy and timing. 🙏🏼 ▶️ Watch the reflection. Do share this reflection with your family and friends! 👍🏻🙏🏼 “Let us never be put off by obstacles in our desire to do good and achieve what we set out to do in life.”

👕♻️ CLOTHES SWAP IS BACK! Bring your lightly used, pre-loved clothes and swap them for new favourites at the Farmers Market! 5 Sep | 9am–1pm 📍 Classroom #01-02 A small donation is welcome with each swap. All proceeds go to the St Ignatius Social Mission Fund. Give your clothes a new life and discover something new! 💚

🙏 PRAYER 101: An Introduction to Silence and Prayer Have you ever wanted to learn how to pray or experience an Ignatian retreat, but felt daunted by the prospect of keeping silent for long periods? Prayer 101 is a gentle introduction to silence, prayer and retreat for those with little or no experience. Through guided instructions and practical exercises, participants will explore different forms of prayer in the Ignatian tradition and learn important elements of retreat. When: 26–27 September 2026 From: 10am Sat – 1pm Sun 📍 Kingsmead Centre for Ignatian Spirituality and Counseling 👤 Facilitated by Fr Jerome Leon, SJ Fee $100 per person — includes accommodation in an individual air-conditioned room and meals. The programme includes prayer preparation, praying with Scripture, prayer exercises, journaling, spiritual conversation, sharing and the Awareness Examen, with a Eucharistic celebration at the end. Click for registration & information

🌟 THIS WEEK’S BULLETIN HIGHLIGHTS 🙏 CRC — Wed, 12 Aug | 7.20pm Fellowship, praise, worship & ministry. 👨‍👩‍👧 CFSM — Sat, 15 Aug | 8pm First Parish Meeting. Register: https://tinyurl.com/CFSM15AUG26 💙 Praying Parents Group — Sat, 15 Aug | 4pm Understanding teens’ emotions & challenges. ⛪️ Feast of the Assumption — Day of Obligation 🌱 Care for Creation Retreat — 23–29 Nov Chiang Mai, Thailand | Silent Retreat & Laudato Si’ Field Trip. 🌿 Farmers Market — Sat, 5 Sep | 9am–1pm Fresh produce, plants, homemade treats, Clothes Swap & PasarFish Pop-Up. 📖 CCD Registration 2026–2027 Now open. Online registration only. 🌹 PaCES – Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Tue, 8 Sep | Rosary 10am | Mass 10.30am For elderly, sick, homebound parishioners, followed by lunch. Register to attend. ✨ Parish Mission Theme 2026 Community on Mission – Joyfully Called, Formed, Sent Watch Fr Colin Tan, SJ: https://tinyurl.com/CSIParishTheme2026 📖 Full bulletin

CONVERSION: COMING HOME TO OUR SENSES A Weekend Retreat directed by Fr. Hung Pham, SJ In the Scriptural tradition, “coming to the senses” has marked a change towards a better and more meaningful life. This Ignatian retreat, “Sensing Humanity, Sensing the Divine,” offers spiritual exercises seeking the grace to come home to our senses, so as to find a home in the heart of God. 🗓 18–20 September 2026 Friday, 7:30pm – Sunday, 5pm 📍 Kingsmead Centre, 8 Victoria Park Road Programme Fee: $300 per person – individual air-conditioned room and meals included. Register: bit.ly/senses2026

CHRIST AT WORK — Mass for Working Catholics You are warmly invited to the Catholic Business Network’s inaugural CHRIST AT WORK Mass, dedicated to all working Catholics. Come together to lift up our daily work in prayer, build meaningful connections, and find strength in community. When Thursday, 13 August 2026 Church of St Ignatius 120 King's Road, Singapore 268172 Programme 5.15pm — Write Your Petitions 6.00pm — Mass & Special Blessings 6.30pm — Light Refreshments Celebrant: Fr Colin Tan, SJ Sign up: https://zfrmz.com/ErnguwbmEQI8V09rqn6B Refreshments will be catered based on registration. If you are unable to attend after registering, please let us know so that we can minimise food wastage. Come and place your work, hopes and challenges before the Lord.

🙏 TRUST IN JESUS — DO NOT LET DOUBT TAKE OVER When fear and doubt begin to overwhelm us, let us remember Peter walking on the water — he was doing well until he took his eyes off Jesus and allowed fear to take over. Join Fr Colin Tan, SJ as he reflects on the importance of trusting in Jesus and training our hearts and minds to believe, trust and hope in Him, especially in moments of fear and uncertainty. 🙏🏼 🎥 Watch the reflection 🙏🏼 Trust in Jesus. Have faith. Be courageous.

Confraternity of Christian Doctrine (CCD) Intake for 2026–2027 Online Registration The Confraternity of Christian Doctrine (CCD) is a faith formation programme for children attending international schools in Singapore. The programme nurtures children in the Catholic faith and prepares eligible students to receive the Sacraments of First Holy Communion and Confirmation. Registration for the 2026–2027 intake is strictly online. Parents of both new and returning students are required to register during the registration period. Who is this for? - Expatriate children attending international schools in Singapore - New and returning CCD students - Children preparing for First Holy Communion and Confirmation Registration: 1–31 August 2026 Register online: www.stignatius.org.sg/ccd

Understanding Your Teens' Emotions & Their Challenges The Praying Parents Group warmly invites all parents to an afternoon of learning, reflection and prayer. Parenting teenagers can be both rewarding and challenging. Join Derrick Chee as he shares practical insights into understanding teens' emotions and offers helpful strategies for navigating difficult situations with empathy, wisdom and confidence. Discover ways to build stronger, healthier relationships with your teens while supporting them through life's challenges. The session will conclude with a time of prayer for parents. Saturday, 15 August | 4pm – 5.30pm La Storta Room, Church of St Ignatius Whether you are currently parenting teenagers or preparing for the years ahead, all parents are welcome. Come and be encouraged, equipped and supported in your journey of raising your children in faith and love.

📣 Calling all St Ignatius couples & parents! ✨ The Christian Family & Social Movement (CFSM) has arrived at our parish! Join a community of couples seeking to grow in faith, strengthen family life, and live out our Christian calling to be the salt and light of the world ( _Matthew 5:13–16_ ). Whether you're newly married, raising toddlers/teenagers, or are empty-nesters - you are warmly invited! 🏡 First CFSM Session : " House or Home" 🗓 Sat, 15 Aug 2026 🕗 8:00–10:00 pm 📍 Annexe Building, Classrooms #01-04 & #05 @ Church of St Ignatius 👉 Register now: *_https://tinyurl.com/CSICFSM15AUG26_*

🌟 This Week's Bulletin Highlights 🙏 Highlights: • ✨ Night of Worship – Charismatic Renewal Community (5 Aug) • 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Christian Family & Social Movement (CFSM) – First Parish Meeting (15 Aug) • ❤️ First Friday Devotion – Mass, Adoration & Benediction (7 Aug) • 🌼 BE+LOVED – A morning of prayer, Pilates & fellowship, especially for seniors (7 Aug) • 👑 Feast of the Assumption – Celebrated on 16 Aug this year • 💙 Praying Parents Group – Understanding Your Teens' Emotions & Their Challenges (15 Aug) • 📖 Road to Emmaus – 4-part Zoom Course: Discipleship – Lessons from the Lives of Mary & Joseph • 🎒 CCD Registration Opens – Intake Year 2026/2027 (from 1 Aug) • 🌍 Parish Mission Theme 2026 – Community on Mission: Joyfully Called, Formed, Sent 📖 Read the full bulletin

🙏 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time Watch Fr Colin's Sunday Gospel Reflection as he reflects on how Jesus gives us a heart to love, give, and share with others. In this week's Gospel reflection, we are invited to discover the miracle of giving and sharing — that when we entrust ourselves to God and generously care for others, He multiplies our gifts in ways beyond our imagination. 🎥 Watch the reflection here May this reflection inspire you to open your heart, trust in God's providence, and be a blessing to those around you. Share this with your family and friends. 🙏😊

31 July 2026 Solemnity of Saint Ignatius of Loyola (Founder of Society of Jesus) St Ignatius, the Basque soldier turned “soldier of Christ”, was a man transformed by grace and life’s experiences. His “cannonball moment” at Pamplona in 1521 was a major catalyst in the radical reorientation of the trajectory of his life. The profound experience of conversion during his convalescence inspired the Spiritual Exercises, which, till today, offer us a timeless roadmap for “finding God in all things”. His spirituality invites us all to be deeply engaged with the work of God in the world – a “contemplation in action”. Today, the Society of Jesus (with its over 13,000 men—priests and brothers) and the whole Ignatian family continue to stay true to the Ignatian ideal. We are called to be “companions of Jesus”, to be “men and women for others”, ready to go wherever the needs are the greatest, in service of “the greater glory of God”. Source: Jesuits Global | Communications Office

🌟 This Week's Bulletin Highlights ✨ Healing at Iggy's – Wed, 29 Jul, 7.20pm (Praise & Worship, Prayer Ministry & Fellowship) 🔥 IGNITE: Flame of Renewal 2026 – Registration now open. 🙏 RCIA 2026–2027 – Begins Tue, 28 Jul. 👥 RCIY – Registration open for youths aged 16–25. Starts Sat, 1 Aug. ⛪️ Feast of the Assumption – Mass schedule for the transferred Solemnity on Sun, 16 Aug. 🤝 Landings – A welcoming 10-week journey for anyone seeking a fresh start. Begins 12 Aug. 📖 Road to Emmaus (RTE) – 4-part Zoom course on the lives of Mary & Joseph. Begins 3 Aug. 🎉 Happy Feast Day! May God bless you and your loved ones as we celebrate the Feast of St Ignatius. 💙 Parish Mission Theme 2026 – Community on Mission: Joyfully Called, Formed, Sent. 📖 Read the full bulletin

🎉 Our Feast Day Fiesta 2026 is in full swing! If you are coming by later, be sure to check out our official Programme Booklet before you arrive. It includes: ✨ Stage performance timings 💦 Dunking schedule (don't miss the fun!) 🏛 Guided Tours of Kingsmead with Fr Jerome 🍴 Food stalls, games, and more You will also find an interactive map to help you navigate the Fiesta and learn more about The Kingsmead Project. 📲 Plan the rest of your day and view the full programme here: https://feast-day-fiesta.stignatius.org.sg/

Novena to Saint Ignatius of Loyola 2026 25 July 2026 Day 4 -  Men and Women for Others Reflect: In a 1973 address in Valencia, Spain, the Superior General of the Jesuits, Pedro Arrupe, called for the education and development of “men and women for others.” He called for “men and women who will live not for themselves but for God and His Christ, for the God-man who lived and died for all the world; men and women who cannot even conceive of love of God which does not include love for the least of their neighbors.” Thus, for Arrupe, to be men and women for others (including the least of our neighbors), we must first be men and women for Christ. St. Ignatius had an immense love for the life of Christ, as is evident in his Spiritual Exercises, and this love for Christ translated to an immense love for others. How can we better imitate St. Ignatius in our love for others and our desire for justice, for the sake of our love of Christ? PRAY: Open my heart to the Holy Spirit so He may illuminate my mind and heart, revealing the path that leads to greater service and love of God. Pray for me, St. Ignatius, and especially present the intention I bring to you now:  (Mention your intentions here) Heavenly Father, hear my request brought to You by Your servant Ignatius, if it be for Your glory. Grant me the same grace that You gave to St. Ignatius so that I may share his zeal for Christ and for building up Your kingdom. St. Ignatius of Loyola, pray for us!

Novena to Saint Ignatius of Loyola 2026 24 July 2026 Day 3 - Examen REFLECT: The examen is a familiar prayer and classic component of Ignatian spirituality. It is a form of prayer that allows us to become as Ignatius himself was, a contemplative in action. Ignatius leads us through this general examination of conscience at the beginning of the Spiritual Exercises. It involves first reflecting and giving thanks for all that God has given us and the graces received. Next, Ignatius invites us to ask for the grace to know of and turn from our sins. Thirdly, Ignatius invites us to ask God “for an account of [our souls]” in regard to our thoughts, words, and deeds throughout the day. This is followed by asking for pardon for these sins and failings and finally, “to resolve, with his grace, to amend them.” Consider spending a moment halfway through your day or at the end of your day in quiet examination of conscience. Give to the Lord what you don’t want to hold on to, following the lead of St. Ignatius. PRAY: Open my heart to the Holy Spirit so He may illuminate my mind and heart, revealing the path that leads to greater service and love of God. Pray for me, St. Ignatius, and especially present the intention I bring to you now: (Mention your intentions here) Heavenly Father, hear my request brought to You by Your servant Ignatius, if it be for Your glory. Grant me the same grace that You gave to St. Ignatius so that I may share his zeal for Christ and for building up Your kingdom. St. Ignatius of Loyola, pray for us! Source: www.sourcecommunity.org