Malaysian priests and nuns counsel people via phone during the MCO


Father Dominic makes it a point to call at least 50 parishioners daily during the MCO. Photos: Fr Dominic Santhiyagu

With all mass gatherings cancelled during the movement control order (MCO), the Church of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Butterworth (NBVM) – like other religious bodies – has not been able to hold any masses or services.

However, NBVM priest Rev Father Dominic Santhiyagu knows how important it is to stay connected with his parishioners.

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