For the Love of God: Fr. Michael Arro MEP

In January 1956, a young Michael Arro received his missionary destination through a simple cable: “Arro:Singapore” . Just like that he left his home and world in Europe to come to our sunny shores.

Hear from Fr. Arro MEP: what truly inspires him, his mission in life. What led him to leave home and country as a youth to ignite and shine with faith in faraway lands? Find out in his story ‘For the love of God: Fr. Michael Arro MEP’.

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“I am blessed to have served at three Mission trips”: Velasquez Alessandra Ysobel De Vera

“I am blessed to have served at three Mission trips”: Velasquez Alessandra Ysobel De Vera

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Called to Serve as a Couple: Daniel and Shelley Ee

Called to Serve as a Couple: Daniel and Shelley Ee

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He Makes All Things Beautiful In His Time: Priscelia Clare Chan

He Makes All Things Beautiful In His Time: Priscelia Clare Chan

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Happy To Have Found The Narrow Path: Andrew J. Wong

Happy To Have Found The Narrow Path: Andrew J. Wong

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Redeemed Once Again By God’s Love and Compassion: Cathy Mosqueda

Redeemed Once Again By God’s Love and Compassion: Cathy Mosqueda

Encountering God in School

Encountering God in School

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Encountering God In School: Nathenia Nicholas, Johnathan Khoo, Bernadette Teo, Ezekiel Ang

Encountering God In School: Nathenia Nicholas, Johnathan Khoo, Bernadette Teo, Ezekiel Ang

Thank God I’m Found: Br Dexter Chua

Thank God I’m Found: Br Dexter Chua

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Spreading the Word of God through Technology: Xavier Pan

Spreading the Word of God through Technology: Xavier Pan

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Loving Without Judgment: Sr Mary Soh, FMM

Loving Without Judgment: Sr Mary Soh, FMM

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“God is always beside you carrying the cross with you”: Januarius Chiew

“God is always beside you carrying the cross with you”: Januarius Chiew

“Conversion to the Catholic Faith has given us the chance to be Renewed, and to Love and Serve Him”: Susan Chua

“Conversion to the Catholic Faith has given us the chance to be Renewed, and to Love and Serve Him”: Susan Chua

“Discipleship is to become a 24/7 disciple of Christ”: Mike Arents

“Discipleship is to become a 24/7 disciple of Christ”: Mike Arents

“Not My Journey Alone, But Together With Thee”: JUDE TAN

“Not My Journey Alone, But Together With Thee”: JUDE TAN

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“God has a plan for you”: Fr Gerard Louis

“God has a plan for you”: Fr Gerard Louis

Called To Serve In More Ways Than One: KELVIN LIM

Called To Serve In More Ways Than One: KELVIN LIM

Encountering God in School: Andrea Lim, Clare Phang, Stephanie, CHIJ

Encountering God in School: Andrea Lim, Clare Phang, Stephanie, CHIJ

Encountering God in School: Ceana Joy Chalissery and Gretchel Flores Orbeta, Assumption English School

Encountering God in School: Ceana Joy Chalissery and Gretchel Flores Orbeta, Assumption English School

“Every lay Catholic is called to be a Catholyst”: Nick Jarvis

“Every lay Catholic is called to be a Catholyst”: Nick Jarvis

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Paying it forward: Keenan Tan

Paying it forward: Keenan Tan

Encountering God in School: Teresa Sea and Johanson Joramsa, Hai Sing Catholic School

Encountering God in School: Teresa Sea and Johanson Joramsa, Hai Sing Catholic School

Encountering God in School: Angelina Tiong, Lucas Alcantra, Mangila Trisha Boquiren

Encountering God in School: Angelina Tiong, Lucas Alcantra, Mangila Trisha Boquiren

Encountering God in School: Ryan, Cherelle, Chrislyn, Marcus

Encountering God in School: Ryan, Cherelle, Chrislyn, Marcus

“I am exactly where I am meant to be”: Trudy Chua on her journey as a music therapist in hospice and palliative care.

“I am exactly where I am meant to be”: Trudy Chua on her journey as a music therapist in hospice and palliative care.

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Bringing the Love of God to the Aged Sick: Sr. Mary Tan, St. Joseph’s Home

Bringing the Love of God to the Aged Sick: Sr. Mary Tan, St. Joseph’s Home

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“It was God who called me to His Church”: Lucia Martha Lee

“It was God who called me to His Church”: Lucia Martha Lee

“Submitting to God’s will, accepting what God has for us” : Gregory and Elizabeth Krygsman

“Submitting to God’s will, accepting what God has for us” : Gregory and Elizabeth Krygsman

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“I am called to be a disciple here and now”: Br. Marcus Chew on his discernment journey

“I am called to be a disciple here and now”: Br. Marcus Chew on his discernment journey

Defined by Christ and not by my work: Elaine Tsui on what gives her strength to soldier on in a job that is not her calling

Defined by Christ and not by my work: Elaine Tsui on what gives her strength to soldier on in a job that is not her calling

Encountering God in School: Sophia Hirro and Megan Geofran, Marymount Convent

Encountering God in School: Sophia Hirro and Megan Geofran, Marymount Convent

Encountering God in School: Angelina Chua and Kenderique Lee, Holy Innocents’ Primary School

Encountering God in School: Angelina Chua and Kenderique Lee, Holy Innocents’ Primary School

“He made us better for each other and for our families”: Ashley Yeo’s journey in surrendering to God enabled her to find fulfilment as a wife and mother

“He made us better for each other and for our families”: Ashley Yeo’s journey in surrendering to God enabled her to find fulfilment as a wife and mother

Encountering God in School: Andrew Tan, Timothy Abaoag, Montfort Junior School

Encountering God in School: Andrew Tan, Timothy Abaoag, Montfort Junior School

Encountering God in School: Amelia Jason, Avelyn E, Joanna Susanto, St Anthony’s Canossian Primary School

Encountering God in School: Amelia Jason, Avelyn E, Joanna Susanto, St Anthony’s Canossian Primary School

“We have to keep trying to be witnesses for Christ” : Pauline Goh

“We have to keep trying to be witnesses for Christ” : Pauline Goh

Encountering God in School: Marc Loh, Dylan Lee, Linus Tan, St Stephen’s School

Encountering God in School: Marc Loh, Dylan Lee, Linus Tan, St Stephen’s School

Encountering God in School: Steven Wang, Alexander Bryan Yulianto, Raphael Fong, St Gabriel Primary School

Encountering God in School: Steven Wang, Alexander Bryan Yulianto, Raphael Fong, St Gabriel Primary School

Encountering God in School: Rayson Oh and Sean Gan, Catholic High School, Primary

Encountering God in School: Rayson Oh and Sean Gan, Catholic High School, Primary

Encountering God in School: Natalie Chong, SJI and Joanna Ong, CJC

Encountering God in School: Natalie Chong, SJI and Joanna Ong, CJC

“It is urgent times to give back” : Stephen Raj

“It is urgent times to give back” : Stephen Raj

Discovering God’s Plan, Living God’s Call: Joel Leong had cruised along for years till he decided to rediscover his faith

Discovering God’s Plan, Living God’s Call: Joel Leong had cruised along for years till he decided to rediscover his faith

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Encountering God in School: Katherine Taylor and Anika Muthukumar, SJI International

Encountering God in School: Katherine Taylor and Anika Muthukumar, SJI International

“Learning to Love Myself Because God Loves Me” : Shye Anne

“Learning to Love Myself Because God Loves Me” : Shye Anne

“Following God’s plan opened my eyes to the struggles of families and individuals” : In serving migrants through ACMI, Esther Chia is learning to truly surrender

“Following God’s plan opened my eyes to the struggles of families and individuals” : In serving migrants through ACMI, Esther Chia is learning to truly surrender

Encountering God in School: Tiffany Lim, Jamie Joshua, Julia Joshua, Natalie Tong, CHIJ Schools

Encountering God in School: Tiffany Lim, Jamie Joshua, Julia Joshua, Natalie Tong, CHIJ Schools

Encountering God in School: Judith, CJC and Ethan, SJI

Encountering God in School: Judith, CJC and Ethan, SJI

Encountering God in School: Brian Lai and Brian Loh, SJI Junior

Encountering God in School: Brian Lai and Brian Loh, SJI Junior

“We Bring the Gospel of Christ to the School community”: Fr. Henry Siew on What Lies at the Heart of Catholic Education

“We Bring the Gospel of Christ to the School community”: Fr. Henry Siew on What Lies at the Heart of Catholic Education

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Developing Whole Persons who will Grow To Be Men and Women for God and for Society: 4 Catholic Educators share their testimonials of Catholic Education

Developing Whole Persons who will Grow To Be Men and Women for God and for Society: 4 Catholic Educators share their testimonials of Catholic Education

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“Teachers Who Show What It Means To Live the Catholic Life” : Prof Lily Kong

“Teachers Who Show What It Means To Live the Catholic Life” : Prof Lily Kong

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“Singing is a beautiful way of praying,” says Jeanne Sng, 11, a member of the Cathedral Children’s Choir

“Singing is a beautiful way of praying,” says Jeanne Sng, 11, a member of the Cathedral Children’s Choir

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Scattered Soul to Passionate Believer: Jennifer Erika Robert and her family found their way back to God after years of trials

Scattered Soul to Passionate Believer: Jennifer Erika Robert and her family found their way back to God after years of trials

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“We May Be Asked To Do More than We Expected”: George Yeo

“We May Be Asked To Do More than We Expected”: George Yeo

Different Backgrounds, One Journey in Life Giving: Brian and Sue Richmond Recount how God has His Ways in Bringing People Together

Different Backgrounds, One Journey in Life Giving: Brian and Sue Richmond Recount how God has His Ways in Bringing People Together

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“We Can Carry Our Cross Well” : Fr Luke Fong

“We Can Carry Our Cross Well” : Fr Luke Fong

“Faith Has To Be Experienced”: Joesen Francis Wong found God through a painful encounter and is now discovering the joy of serving

“Faith Has To Be Experienced”: Joesen Francis Wong found God through a painful encounter and is now discovering the joy of serving

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Second Chances that Changed Him From Being A Sunday Catholic: Nicholas Chee

Second Chances that Changed Him From Being A Sunday Catholic: Nicholas Chee

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“God can save and I want to share that with youths” : Missionary couple Edwyn and Karen De Souza

“God can save and I want to share that with youths” : Missionary couple Edwyn and Karen De Souza

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“God Provides If It Is His Will For Me”: Three Encounters in Deniece Wong’s Faith Journey Convinces Her God Provides When the Time is Right

“God Provides If It Is His Will For Me”: Three Encounters in Deniece Wong’s Faith Journey Convinces Her God Provides When the Time is Right

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Healing Myself, Healing Others: Sebastian Liew is helping others regain their health after surrendering his health to God 20 years ago

Healing Myself, Healing Others: Sebastian Liew is helping others regain their health after surrendering his health to God 20 years ago

“In contemplative walking, I see and live in God’s presence everywhere”: Patrick Prakash

“In contemplative walking, I see and live in God’s presence everywhere”: Patrick Prakash

Every Jump, A Leap of Faith: Jonathan Chan

Every Jump, A Leap of Faith: Jonathan Chan

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‘With God, all things are possible’ (Matt 19:26): 9 year-old Travis Chua holds this verse close to his heart in overcoming challenges with Cerebral Palsy

‘With God, all things are possible’ (Matt 19:26): 9 year-old Travis Chua holds this verse close to his heart in overcoming challenges with Cerebral Palsy

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Philip and Christine Seah witnessed how building God-centred relationships have affirmed their family and enabled them to bring the faith to the workplace

Philip and Christine Seah witnessed how building God-centred relationships have affirmed their family and enabled them to bring the faith to the workplace

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For the Love of God: Fr. Michael Arro MEP

For the Love of God: Fr. Michael Arro MEP

Called to walk with death row inmates : Sr. Gerard Fernandez

Called to walk with death row inmates : Sr. Gerard Fernandez

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Christopher Wong used to serve for all the wrong reasons until he attended his first Prayer Experience Retreat

Christopher Wong used to serve for all the wrong reasons until he attended his first Prayer Experience Retreat

“Fullness of life comes from being with God and His people”: this revelation came to Sharen Goh, not through a spiritual manifestation, but through a gradual awakening in a time of grace

“Fullness of life comes from being with God and His people”: this revelation came to Sharen Goh, not through a spiritual manifestation, but through a gradual awakening in a time of grace

“We have but one single response – Lord, we are yours”: Tyrone & Girlie Velasquez’s encounters of the Lord and their daily cooperation to His will give them the strength and joy to journey with families and women going through pain

“We have but one single response – Lord, we are yours”: Tyrone & Girlie Velasquez’s encounters of the Lord and their daily cooperation to His will give them the strength and joy to journey with families and women going through pain

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Nilo revels in how boundless, extra-ordinary, profound, and personal God’s love is

Nilo revels in how boundless, extra-ordinary, profound, and personal God’s love is

Journeying with Families of the Dying and the Dead: David Tan sees it as his calling to serve those in need of comfort and support

Journeying with Families of the Dying and the Dead: David Tan sees it as his calling to serve those in need of comfort and support

A calling she wants to fulfil: Jenny on how God is using her as His instrument

A calling she wants to fulfil: Jenny on how God is using her as His instrument

“We are each other’s saint-makers”: Colin and Madelene, couple facilitators helping young adults rediscover the value of significant relationships

“We are each other’s saint-makers”: Colin and Madelene, couple facilitators helping young adults rediscover the value of significant relationships

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Internship and Prayer: How God confirmed Fionn’s calling

Internship and Prayer: How God confirmed Fionn’s calling

22-year-old Emma found a whole new outlook after receiving a newfound revelation at 14

22-year-old Emma found a whole new outlook after receiving a newfound revelation at 14

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