By DayakDaily Team
MIRI, April 2: The opening ceremony and blessing mass of the Roh Kudus Catholic Church in Permyjaya, which cost RM4.2 million, marked a significant milestone in Sarawak’s commitment to supporting the development of places of worship for various religious communities.
In a Sarawak Public Communication Unit (Ukas) news report, Minister of Transport Dato Sri Lee Kim Shin shared that the project was funded by the Sarawak government through the Unit for Other Religions Affairs (Unifor), contributing RM2.2 million, with additional support from the local community.
“This project reflects the dedication of the local community and the strong backing from the Sarawak government,” he said.
During the ceremony on Tuesday (April 1), Lee highlighted that the first phase of the project includes the construction of the church and a multipurpose hall, which can accommodate approximately 1,000 congregants.
Looking to the future, he announced that the second phase will see the addition of a classroom block for Sunday school, a meeting room, and other essential facilities for the church.
Acknowledging the need for additional infrastructure, Lee noted, “I will explore the best solutions, including expanding parking areas and promoting the use of public transport, such as free buses.”
He emphasised the Sarawak government’s ongoing commitment to ensuring religious freedom and promoting harmony among Sarawak’s diverse communities.
Right Reverend Bishop Richard Ng also extended his heartfelt thanks to the Sarawak government, Unifor, the donors, and the church community, who all contributed their time, effort, and resources to make the church’s construction a reality. — DayakDaily
