Go to main content
 
Persons in custody participate in Christmas activities (with photos)
********************************************************************
     The Correctional Services Department has arranged for persons in custody (PICs) to attend activities during the Christmas festive period.

     The Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Hong Kong, Cardinal Stephen Chow, accompanied by the Deputy Commissioner of Correctional Services (Operations and Strategic Development), Mr Leung Ka-lun, visited Stanley Prison and presided at a Christmas mass today (December 25) to share his faith and Christmas blessings with PICs. He also paid a visit to patients in the institution hospital and conveyed his sympathy and support to them.

     Moreover, the Archbishop of Hong Kong, the Most Reverend Andrew Chan, presided at a Christmas service in Pak Sha Wan Correctional Institution on December 22 to preach and share religious messages with PICs, whilst extending his care and good wishes.

     Through the Correctional Services Chaplain, voluntary chaplains and visitors from religious organisations, a variety of spiritual support services are offered to PICs who wish to participate regardless of their religious affiliation. The services include visits, teaching, counselling, and religious and recreational activities.
 
Ends/Thursday, December 25, 2025
Issued at HKT 12:57
NNNN
Archives   Yesterday's Press Releases  
Back to Index Page
Back to top
Today's Press Releases  

Photo

The Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Hong Kong, Cardinal Stephen Chow (middle, front row), accompanied by the Deputy Commissioner of Correctional Services (Operations and Strategic Development), Mr Leung Ka-lun (left, front row), visited the hospital in Stanley Prison to convey his sympathy and support to patients today (December 25).
The Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Hong Kong, Cardinal Stephen Chow (second left), visited Stanley Prison and presided at a Christmas mass today (December 25).
The Archbishop of Hong Kong, the Most Reverend Andrew Chan (second right), accompanied by the Acting Deputy Commissioner of Correctional Services (Rehabilitation and Management), Mr Tong Soen (first right), visited the hospital in Pak Sha Wan Correctional Institution to convey his sympathy and blessings to patients on December 22.
The Archbishop of Hong Kong, the Most Reverend Andrew Chan, visited Pak Sha Wan Correctional Institution and presided at a Christmas service on December 22.