Kingsmead Centre

04/04/2026

Easter Message 2026

In a world more connected than ever, no suffering remains isolated. When conflict erupts in one region, like the current war in the Middle East, its ripple effects travel far and wide — crippling economies, unsettling societies, often placing the heaviest burdens on the poor, and damaging the environment. We see clearly now how deeply we depend on one another, and how easily that interdependence can lead to suffering when the balance is tipped. We see how hostility and unrest spread, leaving hearts anxious and fragile. Not only does the world long for outer peace, hearts also long for inner peace.

Yet Easter proclaims a hope that transcends all turmoil. In the Risen Jesus, we receive a peace the world cannot give — a peace that is not dependent on circumstances, but rooted in God’s enduring love. It is a deep, inner and lasting peace that steadies the human heart even amid chaos. It is a tranquil calm that holds us steady when everything shakes.

May this Easter bring that peace into every troubled soul and every wounded land. May it soften the hearts of leaders towards reconciliation and genuine peace, awakening the truth that we are all interconnected and dependent on each other, and ultimately dependent on God. And may we rediscover our dependence on God, the true source of lasting peace for our world and our hearts. Christ is risen indeed. Alleluia! He is our hope.

Fr Francis Lim, SJ
Regional Superior
Jesuits of Malaysia-Singapore

26/03/2026

Due to cancellations, we have 3 more slots for ladies! Sign up by 30 March 2026!
Spend Paschal Triduum 2026 with Jesus in silence and prayer.
From Upper Room to Empty Tomb – Remaining with Jesus in His Passion, Death and Resurrection is a silent retreat guided by Fr. Francis Lim, SJ.
Venue: Kingsmead Centre for Ignatian Spirituality and Counseling (8 Victoria Park Road, Singapore 266492)
Date and Time: Holy Thursday April 2, 2026 (6pm) to Easter Sunday April 5, 2026 (2pm)
Cost: $250 per person (for accommodation in individual air-conditioned rooms)
Liturgy: All liturgical services in the Church of St Ignatius.
Meals: Retreatants will be provided with simple food items (bread, spreads, cereal, biscuits etc.) to prepare simple breakfasts and snacks. If retreatants can purchase lunch and dinner at the nearby food centre.
Registration: https://bit.ly/tomb2026
Deadline for registration: 30 March 2026
The event organized by the Kingsmead Centre for Ignatian Spirituality and Counseling.

25/03/2026

From Inigo to Ignatius: Cannonball → Cave → Company

Discover the powerful transformation of Ignatius of Loyola — from soldier to saint.

Join Fr Charles Sim, SJ for a 2-hour seminar exploring:
•⁠ ⁠Healing at Loyola
•⁠ ⁠Spiritual awakening at Manresa
•⁠ ⁠The founding of the Society of Jesus in Paris

Be inspired by a journey of inner conversion that continues to shape faith and service today.

🗓 6 May 2026 (Wed)
🕢 7:30pm – 9:30pm
📍 Hall of the Pilgrim, Kingsmead Centre
Fee: $50 (supports Kingsmead Centre)

🔗 Register here (https://bit.ly/inigotoignatius)

20/02/2026

Dear Friends,
Lent is a time for intentional almsgiving, fasting and prayer.
Kingsmead Centre invites you to spend a quiet day (5th Sunday of Lent, March 22, 2026) with the Lord in reflection and prayer during the great season of Lent this year.
Participants are invited to reflect on the meaning, understanding and expression of the key themes of almsgiving, generosity, justice and love.
Come and join us for this day (March 22, 2026) of reflection and prayer, and allow yourself the time and space to encounter the Lord in silence and prayer, and use this opportunity as a prayerful preparation for the coming of Easter.
The Day of Recollection includes lunch, opportunities for confessions and the celebration of the Eucharist.
To register, complete form at https://bit.ly/lentalms2026

20/02/2026

Dear Friends,
Lent is a time for intentional almsgiving, fasting and prayer.
Kingsmead Centre invites you to spend a quiet day (4th Sunday of Lent, March 15, 2026) with the Lord in reflection and prayer during the great season of Lent this year.
Participants are invited to reflect on the meaning, understanding and expression of the key themes of fasting, desires, self-discipline and sacrifice.
Come and join us for this day of prayer and reflection, and allow yourself the time and space to encounter the Lord in silence and prayer, and use this opportunity as a prayerful preparation for the coming of Easter.
The Day of Recollection includes lunch, opportunities for confessions and the celebration of the Eucharist.
To register, complete form at https://bit.ly/lentfasting2026

26/01/2026

Spend the Paschal Triduum 2026 with Jesus in silence and prayer

From Upper Room to Empty Tomb – Remaining with Jesus in His Passion, Death and Resurrection is a silent retreat guided by Fr Francis Lim, SJ, inviting participants to accompany the Lord through the sacred days of the Paschal Mystery.

Retreat Details
Venue: Kingsmead Centre for Ignatian Spirituality and Counselling
(8 Victoria Park Road, Singapore 266492)

Dates & Time:
Holy Thursday, 2 April 2026 (6.00pm) to Easter Sunday, 5 April 2026 (2.00pm)

Cost:
SGD 250 per person
(Includes accommodation in individual air-conditioned rooms)

Liturgy:
All liturgical celebrations will be held at the Church of St Ignatius.

Meals:
Simple food items (bread, spreads, cereal, biscuits, etc.) will be provided for breakfast and snacks.
Lunch and dinner may be purchased at the nearby food centre.

Registration: https://bit.ly/tomb2026

Registration deadline: 25 March 2026

Organised by the Kingsmead Centre for Ignatian Spirituality and Counselling

11/12/2025

Exploring the Interplay of Thoughts, Emotions, Desire and the Human Condition within Christian Spirituality

This exploration reveals how aligning thoughts with truth, surrendering emotions to Christ, and re-directing desire towards Divine love transform conflict, restoring wholeness and authentic participation in the Christian Spiritual Journey.

Sr. Elizabeth Sim, Canossian Sister --- Retreat Directress, Mentor, Educator & Counsellor with a life-long dedication to Human & Spiritual development of Persons.

Date: 22 January 2026, Thursday
Time: 7.30pm – 9.30pm
Venue: Hall of the Pilgrim, Kingsmead Centre
Register Now: https://tinyurl.com/ChristianSpirituality2026
Free admission. Love offering welcome.

17/11/2025

Fr. Colin shares his story!
To celebrate the Feast of St. Francis Xavier, the Jesuits of Kingsmead Hall invite you to an evening of faith sharing and fellowship. Fr. Colin Tan, SJ, the parish priest of St. Ignatius Church will share about his faith journey and his calling to the Society of Jesus and the priesthood.
There will be fellowship and refreshments will be served immediately after the sharing.
Come join us!
Date: 3 December 2025
Time: 8pm - 10pm
Venue: Kingsmead Centre
Cost: Love Offering
Register: https://bit.ly/khvocdec2025

28/10/2025

For those who have little experience with prayer and retreats, Prayer 101 is perfect for you! Please share and encourage your friends, family and acquaintances to attend, have a meaningful Advent in preparation for Christmas! AMDG!

To Register, please complete the form below.Dear friends, Advent is the season for spiritual preparation for Christmas.Do you want to learn how to pray or attend an "Ignatian retreat", but find the prospect of "keeping silent for long periods daunting? This short introduction to silence and prayer i...

28/10/2025

Come and spend a day of prayer to start your Advent preparation, reflecting on the meaning of hope! Please share and encourage others to attend a quiet day of prayer and reflection.

Start the great Season of Advent with a Day of Recollection!Come join us for a day of prayer, reflection and sharing focusing on the theme of the first Sunday of Advent, "Hope".Through the use of scripture, retreatants are invited to reflect on the Christian meaning of "hope" in general and also in....

16/10/2025

Dear friends, I am reposting this again because some have responded with the question: "How old are 'young people'?" So here it is:
Dear friends, we have 3 slots remaining for next year's Camino Ignaciano. The Camino Ignaciano is a walking pilgrimage visiting the important sites where St. Ignatius Loyola visited soon after his initial conversion. Perfect for young people between 21 - 40 years old. Come and walk the "Way of Ignatius" to learn more about St. Ignatius and Ignatian spirituality. Contact me at [email protected] if you are interested. God bless.