By DayakDaily Team
MIRI, Nov 7: The Sarawak government has approved an allocation of RM450,000 through the Unit for Other Religions (Unifor) to support the construction of a new building for the Borneo Evangelical Mission (BEM) Senadin Church in Desa Senadin here.
In a Sarawak Public Communication Unit (Ukas) news report, Sarawak Transport Minister Dato Sri Lee Kim Shin said the approval was an initial step to enable the church to commence the first phase of development works.
Speaking at the officiating of the BEM Senadin Church’s 2026 Christmas Caroling Launch Service here on Friday (Nov 6), Lee expressed hope that the project could be implemented within the next one to two years with continued support from the Sarawak government.
He said the State government remained committed to supporting houses of worship of various faiths through Unifor, including the construction of new buildings, repair works, renovations, and extensions.
He added that this inclusive approach reflected the government’s commitment to preserving harmony and unity among Sarawak’s multiracial and multireligious communities.
Lee also emphasised the role of religious institutions in shaping younger generations with strong moral values, discipline, and positive principles in life, while encouraging greater youth participation in religious activities. — DayakDaily
