Catholic Bishop say don't support Madonna concert, but suck PAP lancheow is ok.

[Papsmearer]

What an asshole. Why the Pope appoint these sort of shits to be Archbishop of Sinkie Catholics? But Archbishop Goh has no problems supporting the same PAP that whacked the so called Marxist conspirators in 1987 under Operation Spectrum. What a two faced asshole.

Catholic Archbishop expresses grave concerns about Madonna's concert this Sunday

SINGAPORE - Archbishop William Goh has expressed the Catholic Church's grave concerns about American singer Madonna's concert in Singapore on Sunday.

He reminded Catholics that it was their "moral obligation not to support those who denigrate and insult religions, including anti-Christian and immoral values promoted by the secular world".

"There is no neutrality in faith; one is either for or against. Being present (at these events) in itself is a counter witness. Obedience to God and His commandments must come before the arts," he said in a statement issued by his office on Saturday.

Madonna's Rebel Heart tour, which has a R18 rating here, has been altered slightly for the Singapore audience, with religiously-sensitive content removed.

In his criticism of Madonna, 57, Archbishop Goh told Catholics that "as the people of God, we should subscribe to authentic Arts that lead us to God... and not support the 'pseudo arts' that promote sensuality, rebellion, disrespect, pornography, contamination of the mind of the young, abusive freedom, individualism at the expense of the common good, vulgarity, lies and half-truths."

The statement, put online at the websites of the Catholic News publication and the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Singapore, described Madonna's music and props as blasphemous and disrespectful to the Catholic and Christian faith.

Archbishop Goh had told various government ministries and statutory boards the "Catholic Church's grave concerns" about the concert, to be held at the Sports Hub.

"(In) multi-racial, multi-religious Singapore, we cannot afford to be overly permissive in favour of artistic expression at the expense of respect for one's religion, especially in these times of heightened religious sensitivities, particularly among active practitioners of religions," he said.

The authorities have assured the Archbishop, both in writing and orally, that "restrictions have been placed to ensure that religiously-offensive content that breaches local guidelines will not be allowed on stage'', said the statement.

Last month, the Media Development Authority said Madonna's concert license will not allow any content that offends any race or religion, like the song Holy Water.

Many Christians, especially online, supported the Archbishop. Public relations executive Victor Yen, 35, told The Straits Times: "What Madonna is doing is a direct provocation of our faith. I personally would not attend her concert."

Some Christian fans, however, said they would go as they had been waiting a long time to watch a Madonna concert.

Executive Kevin Kwok, 30, a Catholic, said he is attending the show with his parents and fiancee. "I think this will be her first and last performance in Singapore."

 

[Papsmearer]

Its like inviting the devil to your house. The PAP always say that religion and politics cannot mix, yet this fucker, who is not a catholic, is showing up at a religious event as part of his pre election illegal campaigning.

10,000 Catholics and guests celebrate SG50 at thanksgiving mass attended by PM

SINGAPORE - They took care of the sick, fed the poor and sheltered homeless children for close to 200 years, leaving an indelible mark on Singapore since the first Catholic priest arrived here in 1821.

These missionaries did not just set up schools and orphanages, but also cared for patients with tuberculosis and leprosy, and set up Mount Alvernia Hospital.

On Saturday, these and many other contributions were celebrated at a Joy SG50 thanksgiving mass organised by the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Singapore.

Some 10,000 Catholics and guests gathered at the Singapore Indoor Stadium to pay tribute to these pioneers who gave their lives to serve the people and the nation.

Leading the tribute was Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong, who said the Catholic Church in Singapore had "brought light and hope to many", whether through education, or helping the poor, the migrant workers and the ill.

Mr Lee, who attended Catholic High School, also thanked the Church for playing an important role in strengthening racial and religious harmony here, and "setting the tone for all communities to live peacefully with each other".

"Our country must always be a place where everybody has their own space... in a world which has too much sectarian strife and bloodshed," he said.

"You have been a responsible, reliable and sensitive partner, helping us to strengthen our multiracial and multireligious society. You have worked with us in the Government to manage delicate inter-religious issues, you have been assiduous in building up personal links and trust between church leaders and leaders of other groups."

"We are a secular country, but as the Archbishop pointed out, many of our citizens hold their religious faiths dearly and deeply, and the Government believes that this is a good thing and encourages this.

"We belong to many different faiths, but this year we celebrate SG50 as one people and one nation," he added.

The thanksgiving mass is among a number of events organised by various religious groups to celebrate Singapore's golden jubilee ahead of National Day.

Speaking before Mr Lee, Archbishop William Goh said the Church will continue to work closely with the State and other religions to "prevent moral decadence, preserve families, strengthen the marriage institution and to promote justice, peace and harmony". The Church is also grateful to a "supportive and responsible Government" for championing religious harmony, "which is especially crucial at a time when religious extremism is threatening the peaceful coexistence of peoples".

There are about 360,000 Catholics in Singapore.

The Vatican envoy to Singapore, Apostolic Nuncio Archbishop Leopoldo Girelli, also read out a congratulatory message from Pope Francis, who gave thanks to God for the many graces bestowed upon Singapore in the last 50 years. The audience also watched a video on the Church's early days in Singapore, and heard a specially-written song from Singaporean singer-songwriter Corrinne May, Bless Our Singapore.

As part of the Joy SG50 celebrations, Catholics are also invited to offer prayers, fast and feed the poor 50,000 meals.

 

[Leongsam]

Madonna can't sing to save her life. The fact that she became an international star is testimony to the fact that packaging seems to be far more important than the actual product in this day and age.

 

[eatshitndie]

madonna will not attract millenials as the milf is so yesteryear. she will only attract marjojohn-like sinkie uncles with nostalgia and lau kway bu tonics in mind.

 

[Papsmearer]

Madonna can't sing to save her life. The fact that she became an international star is testimony to the fact that packaging seems to be far more important than the actual product in this day and age.

I completely agree with you. Its very much like the PAP where its all about the packaging and zero substance.

 

[eatshitndie]

I completely agree with you. Its very much like the PAP where its all about the packaging and zero substance.

doubt pap cares about packaging. just look at this face.

 

[songsongjurong]

catholic paedophilia more acceptable than madonna