Revival hailed as reflection of multi-cultural harmony in PenangPENANG’S Christmas parade − the first in 25 years − saw a marching band leading a 10-float procession participated by the state’s churches. Heavy rain fell just as the parade departed St George’s Church on Farquhar Street but the parishioners went ahead with the procession undeterred. A local church group singing carols during the celebration at St George’s Church. St George’s Church, built in 1818, is the oldest Anglican church in South-East Asia. The parade and open house were part of Penang’s state-level Christmas celebration, organised collaboratively by the Penang government through Harmonico (Penang Harmony Corporation), the Penang chapter of CFM and local churches.

Source: The Star December 20, 2025 11:56 UTC