As we rejoice with our nation in celebrating 58 years of independence, we are aware of one thing.
And that is, we are Singaporeans not by choice.
Yes, our ancestors came to Singapore, and we, their descendants, have settled here and called this country our home.
But more than that, we are here as citizens of this country in the plan of God.
As God’s people in the land of Singapore, we have a mission for our nation.
We give thanks to God for blessing our nation with peace, progress and prosperity.
As the 1st reading puts it: We want to sing praises of God’s goodness, and of His marvellous deeds, for all that He has done for us and for our country, and for the great kindness He has shown to Singapore in His mercy and in His boundless goodness.
Our mission is to witness to the Christian values of compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and peace.
Above all, we witness to God’s love so that the peace of Christ will reign in the hearts of the people of this country.
So we must continue to pray for Singapore and her leaders, as well for the Church to grow in Singapore.
May the Lord continue to bless Singapore and watch over our country and our nation.