28th National SPM Bible Quiz: Kuching Regional Quiz
By St Joseph’s Family of Schools (SJFS)
KUCHING — The 28th National SPM Bible Quiz’s Kuching Regional Quiz unfolded with vibrant enthusiasm and dedication on 27 July 2024 at St Joseph’s Private Secondary School. The event, held in the Grand Atrium, began with a solemn opening prayer led by Fr Stanley Goh, SJ, the organising chairperson. This was followed by a welcoming speech from Mr Thomas Huo, Chairman of the Federation of Christian Mission Schools in Malaysia (FCMSM), who set the tone for a day of competitive and spiritually enriching activities.
The Young Christian Students (YCS) of SMK St Joseph’s led the young people into a short praise and worship session to remind the young people that Jesus is in the centre of this event. The students were then ushered to classrooms where they attempted a written test on the Gospel of Luke and the Acts of the Apostles. After a short break, they gathered again in their teams for the next parts of the oral quiz.
The competition was intense, with 59 teams battling through a series of challenging questions. The top five teams emerged victorious, securing their places in the Finals of the 28th National Bible Quiz, which will be held on 24 August 2024 at SMK St Joseph, Kuching, Sarawak.
Winners of the Kuching Regional Semi-Finals:
- Champion: Mark Lauren Loi Kwang Liang and Hansel Wong
- First Runner-Up: Alessandro Orlando and Kevan Sim Jian En
- Second Runner-Up: Genevieve Su Wei Sing and Ofelia Lau Khe Thong
- Third Runner-Up: Cheryl Wong Xuan Xuan and Kimberly Ashley Lim En Er
- Fourth Runner-Up: Elina Lau Siew Qin and Faith Sarah Lim Ern
The competition was a resounding success, thanks to the hard work and dedication of the teachers and volunteers who made the day possible. The event not only highlighted the students’ deep biblical knowledge but also fostered a sense of community and spiritual growth among the participants. The journey continues as these talented finalists prepare for the national stage, where they will compete with peers from across Malaysia.
