Reconciliation and renewal at PD centre

Apr 18, 2025

By Dianne Kuseela Devi
On March 30, approximately 49 parishioners, including children from the Church of the Risen Christ (RCC) Jalan Ipoh, together with a few members from the Cathedral of St John the Evangelist, embarked on a pilgrimage of Hope. Their journey was aimed at seeking reconciliation and spiritual renewal at the Church of the Immaculate Conception PD (CICPD), one of the five designated pilgrimage centres in the Archdiocese of Kuala Lumpur.

The pilgrimage began at 7.45am from RCC, and the group arrived at CICPD in time for the start of the Tamil/English Mass at 10.30am. Throughout the bus journey, the pilgrims prayed the Rosary, setting the tone for a spiritually enriching experience. Upon arrival, they were warmly welcomed by the CICPD Jubilee team and participated in a community prayer session.

Fr Edwin Peter, the parish priest, was present to offer his support to the pilgrims. In his homily, Fr Edwin expressed his joy at the pilgrims’ enthusiastic engagement in adoration and prayer. He emphasised the significance of repentance, especially before passing through the Holy Door, a symbolic act of grace during the Jubilee Year. “The Holy Door is not a magic door,” he explained, “but a call for repentance, forgiveness, and spiritual renewal.”

As part of their pilgrimage, the pilgrims wrote petitions and placed them in the “Prayers of Hope” box. The petitions were then symbolically burned, representing the surrender of their prayers to God. Pilgrims were also invited to watch a video presentation explaining the significance of the Jubilee Year, the Jubilee logo, and how to obtain the Jubilee Indulgence or plenary indulgence.

A key highlight of the pilgrimage was the Rosary Walk, which took place both indoors and outdoors. During the walk, pilgrims reflected on their faith and deepened their connection with the Lord and Mother Mary. The Rosary Walk concluded with a short Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament by Fr Edwin.

Some pilgrims took the opportunity to purchase Jubilee-themed items. Holy water was also made available for the pilgrims.

In the afternoon, the pilgrims enjoyed a fellowship lunch before returning to Kuala Lumpur, expressing heartfelt gratitude to Fr Edwin and his Jubilee team for their warm hospitality and the well-organised Jubilee programme.

The pilgrimage was a deeply moving experience, providing participants with a time of spiritual renewal, faith, and unity — an unforgettable journey for all involved.