On 19 July 2026 (Sunday), the Saint Francis Xavier (SFX) Roman Catholic Gallery, Kanowit received a visit from a group of Australian Chinese visitors on a visit that aimed to get to know more about the history of the development of the Catholic Church in Kanowit and appreciate the historical, cultural and religious heritage preserved…
The Closing Ceremony of Gawai Day 2026 was held with great enthusiasm at Saint Francis Xavier Kanowit Church. The ceremony was attended and officiated by Fr. George, Fr. Mathews and Fr. Ravi, and was joined by the Roman Catholic community of Kanowit. This ceremony was held as a sign of gratitude and symbolic closing of…
A meeting was held with Fr. George at SFX Kanowit Church to discuss the choir’s preparations for the upcoming Healing Day, One Voice and Feast Day celebrations. The meeting involved representatives from the English, Iban and Chinese choirs. During the discussion, Fr. George stressed the importance of cooperation between the three choirs to ensure the…
On April 3, 2026, Catholics in Kanowit held the Stations of the Cross Bukit Mamaloh ceremony with great solemnity and appreciation. This service is part of an important practice in Lent, especially in the run-up to Easter. The ceremony began with the congregation gathering in the church and led by the priest and liturgical assistants….
On March 29, 2026, Catholics in Kanowit celebrated Palm Sunday with full gratitude and religious fervor. This celebration marks the beginning of the important Holy Week in the Catholic Church calendar. The celebration began with the blessing ceremony of palm leaves as a symbol of victory and respect for Jesus Christ entering the city of…
Easter Celebration is a very important celebration for Christians around the world, including at St. Francis Xavier Church. This celebration is held to commemorate the resurrection of Jesus Christ after His death on the cross. Therefore, Easter carries a deep meaning in terms of religion and the life of the local community. Among the main…
The Canto & Reader Blessing Ceremony for 2026 was held at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church (SFC) Kanowit with great solemnity and a spiritual atmosphere. This blessing ceremony was led by the parish priest and witnessed by the congregation and members of the church committee. This ceremony aimed to bless and send out the selected…
The Malaysian Cross Day is an important celebration for the Catholic Church in Malaysia, including the Catholic community from Kapit to Kanowit. This celebration commemorates the sacrifice of Jesus Christ on the cross as a sign of God’s love, atonement for sins, and a source of hope for salvation for humanity. For Catholics in rural…
On 13 December 2025, Saint Francis Xavier Church (SFX) Kanowit organised a Children’s Christmas Party which took place in an atmosphere full of joy and warmth. This programme involved children of all ages with activities such as singing Christmas carols, games, children’s performances and gift giving. This event aimed to foster the spirit of love,…
Kanowit, Christmas Parade 13.12.2025 was successfully organized by the Saint Francis Xavier Church (SFX) Kanowit with great enthusiasm and a spirit of unity. This program involved the active participation of churchgoers, youth, children and the local community who together enlivened the Christmas celebration. The parade featuring decorations themed around the birth of Jesus Christ, Christmas…