Cardinal William Goh

The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Singapore is to archive vestments worn by Pope Francis for mass on September 12 and other items he used during his visit to the city-state.

Following Pope Francis’ apostolic visit to Singapore, a nun stressed that it is the perfect time for
interreligious dialogue to “go beyond meetings.”

“His presence on our island reminds us of God’s presence in our midst,” said Goh in a social media post on September 18.

Before returning to Rome, the Holy Father met young people from other religions in Singapore at Catholic Junior College on 13rd September 2024.

Pope Francis urged Singapore to prioritize inclusivity and the well-being of marginalized groups amid its remarkable growth and success.

About 50,000 people were coming in the National Stadium on 12th September, with sticky security checking for the Holy Mass with the Holy Father, Pope Francis.

Pope Francis arrived in Singapore at 2:45PM in Singapore time at Changi International Airport after the visiting from Timor Leste.

“Beyond physical infrastructure, such a Catholic Hub can bring about a greater depth of communion," said Cardinal William Goh

Singapore’s Cardinal Goh talks about his retirement.

Cardinal William Goh is a man of simplicity known for his down-to-earth responses and lively sermons, he is a faithful servant leader who finds joy in extending a helping hand to others. For His Eminence, genuine happiness can only be found in giving and serving.

"May God’s abundant blessings be upon all of you as you celebrate the feast of E’Id Al-Fitr. We rejoice that, with the return of large-scale Ramadan bazaars and fairs, you will be able to celebrate the festival with your families and friends with more festivity and merry making than in recent years," the cardinal said.

Myanmar Catholic Community in Singapore (MCCS) marked 25 years of existence with a two-day celebration at the Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Singapore on February 11 and 12 with the Singaporean Cardinal William Goh Seng Chye, Bishop Maurice Nyunt Wai of Mawlamyine Diocese, Myanmar, Monsignor Patrick Saw Zay Han, guests of honor and over 1400 participants.

Singaporean Cardinal paid tribute to the late Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI in the statement published on January 2. “We are sad to hear that Pope Emeritus Benedict passed away on Saturday, December 31, 2022,” Cardinal William Goh said.

Asian church is obligated to "promote intercultural and interreligious dialogue." "This requires working together with a wide range of groups, such as governments, other religious leaders, and non-governmental organizations," said Cardinal Goh to the delegates of the FABC-OSC Bishops' Meet. 

On September 25, Myanmar Catholics in Singapore participated in the Mass for the celebration of International Migrants' Day led by Cardinal William Goh of Singapore.

"It was never in my dream or mind that I would be chosen to be a Cardinal," said Cardinal William Goh of Singapore

"Interreligious dialogue means interacting with people beyond religious borders to collaborate and promote peace in society, in Asia and in the world," says Cardinal William Goh.