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Father Andre Christophe's 69th Sacerdotal

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It was less than a year since Father Andre Christophe arrived in Singapore, but he was soon to find himself documented into part of Singapore’s history.

If his name is familiar to you, it is because he is remembered by many as the young priest who was one of the first to arrive at the scene of the infamous McDonald House bombing on March 10, 1965.

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Father Christophe celebrated his 69th Sacerdotal on 29th June at the Church of the Risen Christ together with the Parish Priest Father Brian D Souza.  This was followed by a celebratory dinner attended by people who had the greatest of love and respect for him. One of the things that has always kept Fr Christophe going in his vocation is the people around him. They bring him great joy and satisfaction.

As an ex-chaplain of the Christian Family and Social Movement (CFSM) in Singapore, he has always been an invaluable accompaniment to their mission. He was responsible for the faith formation of the group and their growth in human development.

CFSM members have described Fr Christophe as a true shepherd; a simple and humble man.

 

Having been a priest now for 69 years, Father Christophe is currently the oldest priest in Singapore.

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""I arrived in Singapore from France on 30th March 1964. I learned to speak Tamil so I could minister to those at the Church of Our Lady of Lourdes. While I no longer serve in a parish, but I still concelebrate Masses at the Church of the Risen Christ as I live nearby. 

Now that I am retired, I visit the terminally ill, hear their confessions, celebrate mass for them and give them communion. I also continue to catechise and baptise those who want to join the faith""

                                                                                  Father Christophe

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