50,000 Attend First Papal Mass in Singapore Since 1986
On Thursday, September 12, a crowd of 50,000 people gathered at the National Stadium to attend a historic papal mass led by Pope Francis. This marks the first papal mass in Singapore in nearly four decades, as the country welcomed the pontiff for a significant event that brought together Catholics and religious communities from across the region.
Pope Francis Blesses Attendees and Delivers Homily
Pope Francis arrived at the stadium at 4:30 p.m., riding in a white buggy as he greeted the faithful. During his procession, the pope blessed children and babies, and distributed rosaries to the crowd. Attendees, many dressed in yellow and white—the colors of the Vatican flag—cheered and waved as the pontiff passed by.
During the mass, Pope Francis delivered the homily, sharing words of hope, compassion, and unity with the attendees. His message resonated with the diverse crowd, who had come to witness this once-in-a-lifetime event.
Singapore Leaders Attend the Papal Mass
Several dignitaries were in attendance, including Prime Minister Lawrence Wong and his wife, Ms. Loo Tze Lui, along with Minister for Culture, Community, and Youth Edwin Tong and Minister for Home Affairs and Law K. Shanmugam. Their presence underscored the significance of Pope Francis’ visit and the strong ties between Singapore and the Vatican.
A Memorable Moment for Singapore’s Catholic Community
Pope Francis’ visit to Singapore, part of his broader Asia-Pacific tour, has been a historic moment for the nation’s Catholic community. The mass at the National Stadium offered a unique opportunity for Singaporeans to witness the spiritual leader of the Catholic Church and celebrate their faith together in a powerful display of unity and devotion.
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