Novena Preaching @ Novena Church

Fr. Eugene reminds us that waiting is not passive: it builds our faith. Like a butterfly strengthened through its struggle, we too can be transformed through life's difficulties. When God is silent, we are not forgotten. A delay is not denial. Let us follow Mary's example of patient trust, even when we do not understand God's plans. The late Fr. Simon Pereira, C.Ss. R., lived with purp...

God’s love is plentiful and His love continues to sustain us especially in our most difficult moments of our lives. Our merciful God doesn’t leave us to walk alone. He gives us Mary, Our Mother of Perpetual Help, who is deeply attentive to our needs. When we look at the icon, we see Mary holding her son, Jesus’ hands tightly, who is frightened by what awaits Him. Similarly, she extends her loving...

In this heartfelt homily, Fr. Simon reflects on the profound peace that comes from God, even amid suffering, uncertainty and life's greatest challenges. Drawing from his encounters with Fr. Simon Pereira during his final weeks, he reminds us that true peace is not the absence of problems, worries or distractions. Rather, it is a gift that comes from opening our hearts and trusting in God. Fr....

Fr Terence reflects on the recent Annual Procession and pays tribute to all the unsung heroes behind the scenes contributing to the success of this event. He also reminds us to be instruments of blessings for others. -Saturday Novena Devotion by Fr. Terence Wee, C.Ss. R. (12 September 2026)

Fr. John Hodgson reminded us that a Novena is a time of waiting, praying and trusting in God. Through Diane's story, he showed how fear can be transformed into thanksgiving when we recognize that "God doesn't hurt us" but offers healing and grace. Like Diane, we are invited to hold our worries in God's loving heart through Mary. As the Redemptorists enter a time of change, we...

“Not all of us can do great things, but we can do small things with great love “- St Mother Teresa. St. Mother Teresa is an exemplary example of a missionary disciple, but she understood that charity begins at home. But of course, Mother Mary is the first and perfect missionary disciple. After the annunciation, Mary went in haste and carried Jesus to bring joy to her cousin Elizabeth. Mary teaches...

In this homily, Fr. Peter Wee reflected on Jesus' call: "You will be my witnesses." Christian life is not only about "me and Jesus," but about bringing Christ to the world through our words, character, behaviour, and daily encounters. Like Mary, whose faithful life proclaimed God's love even in silence, we are called to be credible witnesses wherever. Our patience, kind...

Reflecting on the parable of the Prodigal Son, Fr. Simon reminds us that at the heart of the story is the compassionate and unconditional love of God, a Father who always welcomes His children home with open arms. Yet reconciliation is more than simply confessing our sins. It is a conversion of the heart: recognising where we have fallen, returning to God, and sincerely desiring to change. Even wh...

Fr. Glenn related a story of 2 soldiers in WWII akin to the Good Samaritan story. An American soldier, John met 2 Japanese snipers as he came out of a cave in Okinawa, carrying a wounded boy. John tended to the wounds of the Japanese boy and the 2 Japanese snipers let him go. Years later, John wrote to the Japanese newspaper relating this event and Ishibashi, one of the Japanese soldiers contacted...

On the Feast of Saint Alphonsus, Fr. Ino reflected on the saint's lifelong struggle with scrupulosity - an excessive fear of sin and of not being good enough before God. Through relatable and daily life examples, Fr. Ino reminds us that not every mistake, distraction or forgotten responsibility is a sin. Despite his own struggles, Saint Alphonsus did not become rigid or fearful; instead, he gr...

Mary stands faithfully at the foot of the cross witnessing the suffering of her son, Jesus. Before Jesus died, He loves us so much that he gave His mother to you and I as a spiritual mother. In addition to physical suffering, many of us also suffer mental and emotional suffering. However, could we be also contributing to other people’s mental torture, especially our loved ones? Our loving and cari...

What does Mary mean when she proclaims, “My soul magnifies the Lord”? Brother Albert reflects that, just as a magnifying glass does not make something greater but helps us see it more clearly, Mary does not make God greater. Instead, through her faith, trust and surrender, she allows God’s greatness to become more visible through her life. Like Mary, we face uncertainty, worries and struggles. Yet...

Reflecting on the wedding at Cana: Imagine running out of wine during the wedding festivities, imagine the embarrassment and dishonour that the family of the wedding couple faced. Mother Mary was sensitive to the situation and acted on it. She understood the need of the hour and had faith in Jesus, as she went to her son, stating that there is no wine. Mary’s words to the servant, ‘do whatever he...

"Magnifica Humanitas" - The Greatness of the Human Person," explores how Catholics should approach artificial intelligence. Fr. Prabhu frames Pope Leo VIV's first encyclical as a modern echo of Leo XIII's Rerum Novarum, addressing today's technological revolution just as Leo XIII once addressed the industrial one. AI can inform and even write beautifully, but Fr. Prabhu...

Mothers somehow always sense when something is wrong with their children because we were literally part our mother. That is why God also uses the image of a mother to describe His love for us. Today is the feast day of Our Mother of Perpetual Help. In Mary’s heart, we experience the tenderness of a mother and the mercy of God. If we look at the icon, we see Mother Mary embracing the frightened chi...

In this homily, Fr. Simon reminds us that Mother Mary's deepest desire is to lead us to her Son, Jesus. Prayer is not just about petitions. It's about worshipping God with trust and gratitude. Reflecting on the Eucharistic Adoration during Novena, Fr Simon encourages us to use those precious moments to simply gaze upon Jesus and say, “Lord, I believe in You. I trust in You.” Even amid pain...

Today we reflect on Romans12:2: ‘Do not be conformed to this world but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that you may prove what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.’ Stephen Covey talks about a paradigm shift where we change our thinking and approach to life, a shift from self-focus to compassion for others. We see that in our lady, who had no answer for her impo...

Fr. Glenn reflected on Jesus' mission in Luke's Gospel: "The Spirit of the Lord is upon me...to bring good news to the poor." He illustrated this with a moving story of a nine-year-old boy named Pedro, though hungry himself, catches a fallen banana, and gives it whole to an elderly church cleaner, eating only the peel. A watching nun was struck by what she called "the face o...

Love has many meanings and perspectives but Mother Mary‘s love is always unwavering. She cares for us, guides us and loves us. She is a mother who never abandons us even when we stray. What is so unique about Mother Mary’s love? Mother Mary has a very natural desire to help everyone. At the wedding at Cana, she noticed that they had ran out of wine and simply went to Jesus and said, “They have no...

In this homily, Fr. Peter reflects on the Feast of Pentecost as "not locked in time or space or history, but...an event that continues to unfold" in the lives of believers today. Pentecost marks the powerful outpouring of the Holy Spirit to empower believers. Fr. Peter emphasizes that the Holy Spirit's primary role is to constantly remind us of Jesus' teachings, requiring us to m...

Br. Albert reflects on Jesus' words, “Do not judge.” He clarifies that this does not mean ignoring wrongdoing, but to avoid pride, harshness, and self-righteousness. People often judge quickly, unaware of others' hidden struggles like grief, fear, or exhaustion. Instead of condemnation, we are called to emulate Jesus, who welcomed sinners with mercy and compassion. Bro Albert also points t...

Tomorrow being Mother’s Day brings to mind a reflection on the symbolism of a flower gift on this special day. The gift of a flower reminds us of: 1. Thanksgiving - A symbolic way to represent our thankfulness. 2. A way of life - like how we are able to take random stalks of flowers and reconfigure it into a bouquet. Similarly, our random acts of thanksgiving can be collected and reconfigured into...

"Never was it known that anyone who fled to your protection, implored your help, or sought your intercession was left unaided..." are not poetic lines, but lived realities of countless faithful. Fr. Prabhu invites us into the heart of May - the Church's Marian month - not as a duty, but as a relationship of love. He reminds us that this tradition, rooted since the 13th century, flows...

Action speaks louder than words. To be a witness, we have to live our life as a Christian. People trust experiences over words. Let us Love through actions. The mass has to be celebrated in our life, the sharing and the communion that we celebrate in the mass has to overflow into our daily life, as Fr. Ino reminds. Communion is not only when I receive the body of Christ, but communion is when I go...

In this homily, Fr. Peter Wee reflects on the Gospel scene of Jesus walking on water, where the disciples are caught in fear amid the storm. He draws our attention to Jesus’ simple yet powerful invitation: “It is I. Do not be afraid.” Fear, he reminds us, is a natural response to the uncertainties and storms of life—whether personal struggles, family challenges, or even global tensions. Yet Jesus...