Penang church marks 240 years of Catholic heritage through two world wars
GEORGE TOWN: The Church of the Assumption will mark its 240th anniversary tomorrow, having survived two world wars and helped shape Catholic life and education in Penang.
The Church of the Assumption in George Town, Penang, is set to mark its 240th anniversary, a milestone that underscores its enduring role in the Catholic community and Penang's history. Founded in 1786 by French missionary Reverend Father Arnold Garnault, the church has survived two world wars and has been pivotal in shaping Catholic life and education in the region.
Initially established on Church Street before moving to its current location along Farquhar Street in 1860, the church served as the cathedral and mother parish of the Diocese of Penang from 1955 to 2003. Reverend Father Edmund Woon, the city parish priest, emphasized the church's resilience and its continuous contribution to the welfare of the people of Penang.
The anniversary celebration will also highlight the church's close ties with Penang's Eurasian community, including the unveiling of a commemorative plaque in its garden and a Eurasian Fiesta at the Assumption Church Hall.
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