Sacred Spaces: Our Homes

Welcome to Sacred Spaces, a formation series that invites us to discover the sacred in the ordinary places of our lives. Home is where real life happens — in routines, messiness, and quiet moments.

Presented by Leonard Koh, ONE’s Senior Formation Manager, journey through four episodes to reflect on the sacredness of our homes. See these places not merely as physical dwellings, but as places where God is present – as spaces of hospitality, refuge, and formation. Together, let us recognise God’s presence and purpose right under our roofs.

Sacred Spaces reminds us that the sacred is not confined to churches or chapels. Wherever we welcome God and live out His love, that space becomes holy.

We hope this series blesses you and those whom you share it with!

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What is Sacred Spaces?

This video series is hosted by Keith Neubronner, ONE’s formation manager.

The pilgrim Church is missionary by her very nature, since it is from the mission of the Son and the mission of the Holy Spirit that she draws her origin, in accordance with the decree of God the Father.

~ Ad Gentes (On the Mission Activity of the Church) #2

Mark 1: A Culture of Encounter

The What & Why - First Mark of a Missionary Parish

  • In this video, we explore the what and the why of the first mark of a missionary parish: A Culture of Encounter. This video helps us name what a culture of encounter truly is—not as a programme or strategy, but as a way of life rooted in relationships with God, with one another, and with the wider community - as well as why it matters. Drawing on Scripture, Church teaching, and real parish insights, this video contrasts a Culture of Encounter with a culture of functionalism, reminding us that a missionary parish is not a service provider, but a spiritual home. Designed for parish use, especially by ministry groups and pastoral councils, this resource will help parish leaders and ministry members discover how they can foster this Culture of Encounter with one another and with Jesus at the heart of parish life. This video includes reflection questions for both personal prayer and ministry or pastoral team discussions.
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The How - First Mark of a Missionary Parish

  • This session focuses on the practical ways a culture of encounter is cultivated in everyday parish life—through intentional relational postures of the heart. We reflect on three movements of encounter: to notice, to welcome, and to accompany, and how each opens a pathway for people to encounter Christ through one another. Drawing on Scripture, parish experiences, and concrete examples, this video offers practical guidance for parish leaders and ministries, either as individuals or as a collective parish group, who desire to prioritise relationships and create spaces of belonging, growth, and discipleship. The session comes with reflection questions designed for parish leaders to use both in personal prayer and in leading ministry or pastoral team discussions. These questions are intended to deepen understanding of how encounters can be lived and actualised in parish life.
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Communal Prayer Exercises

This handout was first issued during the Missionary Parish Symposium 2025.

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Ep 1: What is Home to You?

We journey with Lenny and Denise Lai, a young couple learning to make a life together in a humble rental flat. Through their story, we are invited to see how even ordinary spaces become sacred when love, trust, and God’s quiet presence fill them.

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Ep 2: Home as a Place of Formation

Is there a connection between our homes and our faith? More than just buildings, our homes shape who we are, influence our relationships, and form the very foundation of our spiritual life. Through the story of Deacon Sherman Kuek, we see how intentional love and faith can transform a home into a sacred space where God’s presence dwells.

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Ep 3: Home as a Place of Safe Refuge

A home can be a place of refuge for all of us. As we journey with Matthew and Joanne Fernando’s family, we witness that amidst life’s chaos and challenges, the home goes beyond being a shelter to be a sanctuary of peace, prayer, and healing.

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Ep 4: Home as a Place for Hospitality

Our homes can become places of true hospitality. Gloria Koh from the ICPE Mission shares how she intentionally designed her home as a space of welcome, care, and evangelisation—offering warmth not just to friends, but also to strangers and those in need.

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Accompaniment e-Booklet

This booklet accompanies the video series, drawing out key insights, and providing reflection and sharing questions to spark meaningful conversations with your small group or family members.

Accompaniment e-Booklet

We journey with Lenny and Denise Lai, a young couple learning to make a life together in a humble rental flat. Through their story, we are invited to see how even ordinary spaces become sacred when love, trust, and God’s quiet presence fill them.

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