Bishop Julius with YB Datuk VKLiew

 Bishop Julius with YB Datuk Edward Khoo

Bishop Julius took time off to attend the Chinese New Year open houses hosted by YB Datuk Edward Khoo, Assistant Minister in the Chief Minister Department Sabah and YB Datuk VKLiew, Deputy Minister in the Prime Minister Department at Yu Yuan Secondary School hall and the Sandakan Sport’s Complex building respectively on Sunday, 14th of Febuary 2010, the first day of Chinese lunar new year. 

Bishop Julius with Isaac Pang

 Accompanying Bishop Julius were Fr Thomas Makajil, Sr Appolonia fsic and lay leaders of St Mary’s Cathedral.

The open house concept creates an avenue for all the people of Sandakan to get a taste of the these important Chinese celebration. It is also a good opportunity to mingle with the people in an informal manner.

The occasion also featured lion dance performances and presentation of CNY songs and dances.

In the evening, Bishop Julius also attended the CNY open house of Ir James Wong the President of Majlis Perbandaran Sandakan at his official residence together with local dignitaries.

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