Our Custody was filled with quiet joy as we welcomed Simon Tan, 36, from Sungai Bakap, Penang, into the Postulancy during the Holy Mass celebrated by Fr Gilbert James OFMCap, our Custos. The celebration carried special meaning for us, as the last acceptance of a postulant was in 2022. For some time, we have been …
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Pax et Bonum. From 9–12 February 2026, the friars of the Capuchin Custody of Malaysia-Singapore gathered in a spirit of fraternity and discernment for their annual Assembly. Hosted by the Custodial Curia of Gethsemani Friary, Cheras, the sessions were held at the St. Lawrence of Brindisi Session Hall, where brothers from across the Custody came …
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ULU TIRAM, JOHOR – Over 1,200 pilgrims and devotees from across Malaysia, Singapore and Indonesia gathered here in Ulu Tiram to celebrate the Solemnity of St. Pio of Pietrelcina at the Sanctuary of St. Pio, marking a powerful week of prayer, unity, and spiritual renewal. The celebration began with a three-day Triduum from 18–20 September …
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July 14-20, Gethsemani Custodial Friary, Cheras Selangor – The Capuchin friars of the Malaysia-Singapore Custody convened for their week-long annual retreat at Gethsemani Custodial Centre, Cheras Selangor. This event brought together friars from various fraternities across Malaysia, although some were unable to attend due to prior commitments. The retreat master, Br. Thomas Beth from the Capuchin …
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July 15, 2025, Padre Pio House of Formation, Davao City, Philippines – On the Feast of St. Bonaventure, a spirit-filled celebration took place at the Padre Pio House of Formation in Davao City, Philippines. Br. Derick Goh Siaw Chiang, known in religious life as Br. Lawrence, OFMCap., made his First Profession of the Evangelical Counsels …
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June 21, 2025, Pusat Ziarah Keluarga Kudus, Nulu Sosopon, Keningau, Sabah – It was a historic and memorable moment for the Capuchins of the Malaysia-Singapore Custody as four brothers—Br. Tony Bingkuan, OFMCap, from Penampang; Br. Randall Lee Ken Haw, OFMCap, from Keningau; Br. Marthin Bin Steven, OFMCap, from Lahad Datu; and Br. Peter Bin Langgayang, …
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“The Lord gave me brothers” is a phrase that St. Francis of Assisi used in his Testament (1226) to describe the gift of each brother to the Order and to one another. For the Capuchin Custody of Malaysia-Singapore, these inspiring words were taken up to be the main theme for the 7th Elective Custodial Chapter. …
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July 15, Dominic Villa, Genting Highlands – The Capuchin friars of the Malaysia-Singapore Custody convened for their week-long annual retreat at Dominic Villa in Genting Highlands. This event brought together friars from various fraternities across Malaysia, although some were unable to attend due to prior commitments. The retreat master, Br. William Chang from the Capuchin …
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Peace and all good to all the Brothers in the Custody, Friends and Benefactors! Once again, we have arrived at the time of the year when many of us greet and wish each other ‘Blessed Christmas’ to celebrate a season of peace and goodwill that marks the end of a year. Christmas is a …
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Kuala Lumpur—On the evening of 14th of December, the Custody of Malaysia-Singapore welcomed our Capuchin General Minister: Fr. Roberto Genuin and his General Councillor: Fr. Victorious Dwiardy for their 4 days 3 nights courtesy visit to Gethsemani Friary, Cheras. A visit in conjunction with the blessings of our new Conference Hall St. Lawrence of Brindisi’s …
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