The Golden Jubilee marks 50 years since the Apostolic Vicariate of Jesselton became the Diocese of Kota Kinabalu in 1976. We give thanks for five decades of faith, evangelisation and service made possible by God’s grace and the dedication of our bishops, priests, religious, missionaries and lay faithful.

We also remember our shared journey before the establishment of the Dioceses of Keningau and Sandakan and Kota Kinabalu’s elevation to an Archdiocese in 2008. Though we now serve through different dioceses, we remain united by one history, one mission and one faith in Christ.

Theme:
“Embracing 50 Years of Grace: Moving Forward as a Christ-Centred Community.”

The Jubilee begins on 8 November 2026 and continues throughout 2027, with various celebrations and activities across the Archdiocese. Let us give thanks, renew our commitment to the Gospel and journey forward together as a Christ-centred community.