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Small Town, Big Mission: Chapel of St. Joseph’s Seminary and St. Lazarus’ Church of Macau

Similar to the Ruins of St. Paul's, the Chapel of St. Joseph's Seminary has been a cradle of missionary formation for over two centuries. St. Lazarus' Church, nicknamed Lepers Temple, used to be the chapel of a lepers' hospice, which developed into a community of Chinese Catholics that put faith and love into practice. Both churches give rise to numerous true stories of evangelization and charity work, reflecting the spectrum of Catholicism from contemplation to action, knowledge to charity.

Publish date: 2019 - 1 - 12

Joyful Servant of the Poor: Fr. Ho Lung

Fr. Richard Ho Lung is a Chinese priest from Jamaica. He is the first Chinese to have founded a religious order. More than three decades ago, together with two other priests who shared his vision, he started living among the poor, ministering to them. Fountain of Grace invited him to share how he founded the Missionaries of the Poor, as well as his spiritual journey of serving the poor.

Publish date: 2018 - 11 - 10

A Century of Grace

It takes decades for an oak tree to mature. It also takes decades for a community to mature and contribute to the society. Fountain of Grace takes a look at how the Montreal Chinese Catholic Mission faced different challenges over the past century, and responded to the needs in the society.

Publish date: 2018 - 10 - 20

Tracing the Roots

Montreal Chinese Catholic School was founded in 1957. Among Chinese schools in Montreal, it has the longest history. Montreal Chinese Catholic Mission, the church which runs the school, celebrates its 100th anniversary in 2017. Fountain of Grace takes a look at how this church witnessed the change of the lives of Chinese in Montreal over the past century.

Publish date: 2018 - 10 - 13

St. Marguerites and Montreal

Montreal, Canada was very different from what it is now when the city was first founded more than 370 years ago. The cross at Mount Royal reveals the deep Catholic roots of this city. Fountain of Grace takes a look at how two saints, both named Marguerite - St. Marguerite Bourgeoys and St. Marguerite d'Youville - contributed to the early developments of Montreal.

Publish date: 2018 - 9 - 8

Friends for Life

Entering university is an important milestone for young people. However, it is precisely during this stage of life that many young Catholics leave the faith. Fountain of Grace takes a look at how Joint University Chinese Catholic Community (JUCCC) and Newman Centre at the University of Toronto provides spiritual support to Catholics on campus.

Publish date: 2018 - 8 - 25

Called to Peru: Sr. Jessica Wong

Sr. Jessica Wong was born in Hong Kong and grew up in Canada. Nine years ago, she joined the Servants of the Plan of God, a religious community in Peru. What is life like for her in Peru? How does her family see her vocation?

Publish date: 2018 - 7 - 21

A Burning Heart for Souls: St. Francis Xavier

In January 2018, a precious relic of St. Francis Xavier - his right forearm which he used to baptize more than 100,000 people - was on tour across Canada. One of the churches even attracted 13,000 people to venerate the relic in one day. Fountain of Grace takes a look at the life of St. Francis Xavier, as well as Catholic Christian Outreach - the group of modern missionaries that organized the relic pilgrimage.

Publish date: 2018 - 6 - 9

Two Heroes of Macau – Frs. Caetano Nicosia and Luis Ruiz

In the mid-20th century, two European missionaries went to Macau to serve the poorest of the poor. They were Fr. Luis Ruiz, who was regarded as the Father of the Poor in Macau; and Fr. Caetano Nicosia, who was termed the Angel of the Lepers. How did they dedicate their whole lives to rewrite the stories of the lives of the marginalized in Macau and in Mainland China?

Publish date: 2018 - 4 - 14

Fellowship through the Bible

Among the ministries of the Chinese Catholic community in San Francisco is a long-running Bible study group. What moviates the group to study the Bible together? What have they gained from the Bible?

Publish date: 2018 - 2 - 24

Pioneers of New France

Many consider Canada to be one of the best countries to live in. However, in the 17th century, when Canada was just newly founded, it was considered the country of crosses. Fountain of Grace takes a look at how Blessed Catherine of St. Augustine and St. Francois de Laval sacrificed their comfort and contributed to the well-being of Canadians.

Publish date: 2018 - 1 - 20

United in Christ: Fr. Peter Leung

On the occasion of the 500th Anniversary of the Reformation in 2017, representatives from the Catholic Church and different Christian denominations from Hong Kong organized a trip that seeks to deepen mutual understanding. Fr. Peter Leung, one of the participants, shared with us his experience from the trip, as well as the spirituality of unity from the Focolare movement.

Publish date: 2017 - 12 - 30

The Colours of Martyrdom

As part of its 30th-anniversary celebration, the Chinese Martyrs Catholic Church held a joint exhibition featuring faith-inspired artworks of different genres. They also invited Jackie Lau, a Catholic artist from Hong Kong, to paint a series of portraits of Chinese martyrs. Fountain of Grace takes a look at this unique art exhibition.

Publish date: 2017 - 9 - 23

A Long Journey towards Hope

Due to different reasons, some people are forced to leave their home countries and seek asylum from another country. Fountain of Grace takes a look at the lives of asylum seekers in Hong Kong, as well as how members of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul help bring home to them.

Publish date: 2017 - 9 - 16

FLL Foundation Builder Program (3)

What is FLL’s vision? What is FLL’s mission? What are FLL’s future plans? This week, let us continue to listen to the FLL's story. You'll hear witnesses of the amazing growth of FLL with its many ups and downs. With God's providence and graces, our ministry continues to work as a family to carry out His will - to spread the Good News to the ends of the world! We are also introducing our "Foundation Builder Program" to help with FLL's monthly financial needs. As we stride towards becoming a more established charitable organization, a steady flow of income becomes extremely important so we can continue to evangelize to the global Chinese community. Our goal is to increase monthly donations so we can stand on more solid ground to concretely plan for the future!

Publish date: 2017 - 4 - 8

FLL Foundation Builder Program (2)

Publish date: 2017 - 4 - 1

FLL Foundation Builder Program (1)

What is FLL's vision, its mission and future plan ? This week, let us listen to the FLL's story. You'll hear witnesses of the amazing growth of FLL with its many ups and downs. With God's providence and graces, our ministry continues to work as a family to carry out His will - to spread the Good News to the ends of the world! We are also introducing our "Foundation Builder Program" to help with FLL's monthly financial needs. As we stride towards becoming a more established charitable organization, a steady flow of income becomes extremely important so we can continue to evangelize to the global Chinese community. Our goal is to increase monthly donations so we can stand on more solid ground to concretely plan for the future!

Publish date: 2017 - 3 - 25

A Green Revelation

How do environmental protection, vegetarianism, gardening, and breastfeeding relate to one another? With a passion for nature, Fr. Anthony Chang has been working persistently to raise the awareness of environmental issues within the Catholic Church in Hong Kong. Through promoting vegetarianism, establishing the Catholic Sustainable Garden of Joy, as well as promoting breastfeeding, Fr. Chang encourages Catholics to be more conscious of the environment in their daily lives.

Publish date: 2017 - 2 - 11

Home of Daybreak 1: I Believe, Therefore I Love

Against all odds and with unwavering faith, a group of young girls in Hebei province in China joined the Congregation of St. Teresa of the Child Jesus as nuns. Devoting their lives to serve with love, they build the "House of Daybreak" (Li Ming), a home for disabled orphans.

Publish date: 2017 - 1 - 14

Live in Concert – Music Enthusiasts

Out of their love for music and for God, a group of Catholic music enthusiasts in Hong Kong put together "Live in Concert" to share their faith. Fountain of Grace presents to you lively music from the concert as well as the musicians who composed them.

Publish date: 2016 - 10 - 1

Sixty Years and Beyond

From renting different venues, to finally having their own church building, members of Sheng Shen Catholic Church from Ottawa had been through six decades of fellowship. Fountain of Grace interviewed their members as they celebrated their 60th anniversary.

Publish date: 2016 - 9 - 17

From Canada to China

How did a frail Canadian girl establish a congregation of women for foreign missions, ultimately bringing the Good News to China? Let us get to know Sr. Délia Tétreault and the Missionary Sisters of the Immaculate Conception.

Publish date: 2016 - 7 - 30

A Place to Call Home

As life expectancy continues to grow, the elderly population also grows rapidly. How can we help the elderly live comfortable and fulfilling lives? Fountain of Grace will visit a nursing home run by the Chinese Dominican Sisters in Pingtung County, Taiwan, and find out how they create a "home" for the seniors.

Publish date: 2016 - 7 - 9

Sharing Our Talents

Because of a dream, Hau Ming Yeung and his wife Cammy Leung decided to give up their careers and fully immerse themselves in faith formation of the Catholic laity. They founded "Living Faith Society" and "Talentum Bookshop", hoping to touch more Catholics and inspire them to evangelize and serve the Church through these two organizations.

Publish date: 2016 - 7 - 2

Good Hope School Choir: To God through Music: In Joy and Thanksgiving

Good Hope School Choir was founded in 1959. They have been actively involved in school and community activities. Through the activities in Hong Kong and overseas, they have the opportunity to exchange with local and internationally renowned musicians and choir. They have been to Australia, Hawaii, Vienna, Beijing, and Shanghai doing performances and competitions. They are hosting a concert on July 7, 2016 at 8 pm at St. Agnes Kouying Tsao Catholic Church in Markham, all are welcome! Also, Fr Francis Ching will continue to share with us how to learn about mercy as in our Father in heaven in this Year of Mercy, so that we can all walk on the path of mercy.