WDP 2012 - Malaysia

Malaysia is a nation of diverse cultures, races and religions. There are modern cities, among which Kuala Lumpur is ever growing outwards and upwards. These are striking contrast to idyllic resorts, historic cities such as Melaka and Penang, colonial hill resorts, longhouses of Sabah & Sarawak, and an expanse of rainforest which covers around 70% of the land area. Parts of this dense jungle are still unexplored because of their inaccessibility. Malaysia is also a land of rice paddy fields, rubber and oil palm estates, human settlements on river banks and sea shores, and high rise condominiums.
Historically and geographically, Malaysia is a truly multi-racial country with a rich cultural heritage of friendly, hospitable and warm-hearted people. It is a nation of diversity in unity where Malays, Chinese, Indians, the indigenous people of Sabah and Sarawak, and minority communities live and work in harmony as one people yet preserving the traditions and cultures unique to each race. The colourful multifaceted culture is seen in almost everything – the festivals, dances, costumes, arts and crafts, games, musical instruments and the exotic cuisine, pastimes and the lifestyles.

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The theme of the service is "Let Justice Prevail"

In the introduction to the worship, fair and just governance are named as the basis for peace and harmony in the social order. However, this ideal is undermined by corruption and greed, and it is distorted when voices for truth and justice are silenced. These forces are known to all of us in our own context, and so we listen carefully to the voices seeking justice in Malaysia. In naming their hesitations and insecurities, they invite us to recognize our own fears. They ask themselves, “Do we engage or stay neutral?”
In Luke’s Gospel, Jesus gives us an example of a relentless advocate for justice in the parable of the persistent widow and the unjust judge. The service provides direction and room for you to relate to the parable in your context; to name an injustice and to identify a first step to demand justice.

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