This was the primary location for congregations of Portuguese Catholics who had it constructed in 1710, during the period of ... More
St. Peter's Church
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This was the primary location for congregations of Portuguese Catholics who had it constructed in 1710, during the period of Dutch rule. Now it qualifies as the oldest Catholic Church in Malaysia and still serves resident worshippers of the Catholic faith. They include descendants of the 600 men that Alfonso d'Albuquerque brought ashore after his conquest of Malacca. The existing bell in the belfry states the date and place of manufacture as 1608 - Goa, and was salvaged from an older church the Dutch had burned down. There is also an alabaster statue of the Lord Before The Resurrection.
If you have never been to St Peter Church for good friday then it is a waste.U should go and experience it.The procession is the best in Malaysia.Christmas mass is also celebrated very grand.
Not as sophisticated as.................Peter Chong
By A Yahoo! Contributor, 11/26/04
Not as sophisticated as singapore churches website but can be improved if willing to!But at least it does give a sacred feeling when viewed from inside!!
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