Inspired by the Jubilee of Choirs announced by the Holy Father, Pope Leo XIV, the Church of the Divine Mercy (CDM), Shah Alam, came together to honour the ministry of music through a day of formation, prayer, fellowship, and praise.
CDM is blessed with eight choirs serving faithfully at various Masses throughout the year, and this celebration was a meaningful opportunity to gather all voices in unity and gratitude.
Formation, Recollection & Adoration
The day began with a formation and recollection session attended by about 100 choir members from all CDM choirs. Deacon Philip Asirwalam led the formation, addressing the joys, challenges, and realities of choir ministry today.
This was followed by a profound time of prayer and adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, led by our Parish Priest, Rev. Fr. George Harrison. Many described this moment as deeply prayerful and renewing.
Participants then gathered in the cafeteria for tea, where a simple cake-cutting ceremony commemorated both the Jubilee of Choirs and 20 years of service in CDM.
Holy Mass & Memoriam
The evening continued with Holy Mass, fully animated by the CDM choirs, who took on all service roles with joy and reverence. At the end of Mass, a heartfelt memoriam honoured choir members who have passed on — beloved individuals whose music and spirit remain close to our hearts.
“The Living Hope” Musical
Following Mass, attendees proceeded to the St. Theresa Cafeteria for dinner. Nearly 500 people gathered for The Living Hope Musical, a collaborative performance by all eight CDM choirs.
The musical began at 8:30 pm and concluded shortly after 10:00 pm. The audience — made up of both parishioners and visitors — was moved and delighted by the performance, which carried the central message that Jesus is our Living Hope, in line with the Jubilee Year of Hope.
