The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Singapore has issued a warning about potential phishing scams targeting individuals excited about Pope Francis’ scheduled visit in September. As anticipation builds for this significant event, scammers appear to be exploiting the opportunity to deceive the public.
Beware of False Ticket Offers
The church has noted incidents where fraudsters are impersonating official sources to phish for personal information under the guise of ticket distribution for the papal mass. The archdiocese emphasizes that tickets for this event will be provided free of charge and urges the public to stay vigilant against such fraudulent activities.
Official Sources for Accurate Information
To ensure the community is correctly informed and protected from scams, the church advises everyone to rely solely on the following verified channels for all details regarding the visit:
- Official visit website: www.popefrancis2024.sg
- Archdiocese of Singapore main site: www.catholic.sg
- Local Catholic community portal: www.mycatholic.sg
- News updates: www.catholicnews.sg
- Donation information: www.catholicfoundation.sg
Papal Visit Details
Pope Francis’ visit marks a momentous occasion as it is the first papal visit to Singapore since 1986, when John Paul II stopped over during his Asia-Pacific tour. The current Pope will be in Singapore from September 11 to 13, concluding his Asia tour that also includes stops in Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, and Timor-Leste.
The Catholic Church in Singapore is taking all necessary precautions to ensure that the community can participate in this historic event safely and securely.
Also learn about Pope Francis to Embark on Asian Tour, Concluding in Singapore.
