In 1854, a small but growing Catholic community in Balik Pulau, Penang, were finally able to celebrate mass in a proper church building after almost a decade when the first Eucharist was celebrated by French missionary, Rev. Fr. Ducotey in an attap hut. Today, with a much larger and still growing Catholic community, the church building, while retaining its original form, has been enhanced and supplemented by a parish house, a grotto, a funeral parlour and a formation centre, all within a natural garden-like setting. In 2014, the Church of the Holy Name of Jesus (HNJ) Balik Pulau celebrated its 160th parish anniversary and continues to serve the parishioners of both Balik Pulau and Penang Island.
In conjunction with the 160th parish anniversary celebrations, the parish underwent a beautification project supervised by Fr. Martin Thien. These efforts make HNJ one of the few Malaysian churches with an assortment of wall murals, a mini museum located within the parish office, and plants with symbolic theological meanings located within the church compound.
The church continues to attract Malaysian and overseas tourists who come to experience the warmth and hospitality offered by the church. HNJ is located a few meters away from the Balik Pulau town, otherwise known as the "Kongsi", where the “roundabout” fountain was built in the late 1800s. Visitors also frequent the parish as a haven away from the hustle and bustle of the city life or as a sanctuary where quiet time is spent with God. Many find solace in prayer and meditation in the HNJ prayer room located within the backdrop of majestic hills overlooking the church.
Throughout the years, Balik Pulau remains fairly untouched by development and still has the best Mother Nature has to offer. Balik Pulau boasts of a fairly multicultural community and agriculture remains one of its largest industries. It is said that Balik Pulau was established by Chinese farmers of the Hakka community and Malay settlers from Kedah who sought refuge from the harsh political and economical conditions in China and Kedah respectfully.
It is often said that a visit to Balik Pulau brings back nostalgic memories for its old charms, authentic food, lush green surroundings and heritage buildings that date back to the 1800s continue to fascinate people from all walks of life. No visit to Balik Pulau is complete without experiencing the delicious food and picturesque sights unique to this place.
Balik Pulau continues being well-known by visitors and foodies alike for its local delicacies prepared by individuals from all walks of life and ethnicities such as the Assam Laksa, Hokkien Noodles, Hakka dishes, Thai food, seafood and various other local dishes which can be enjoyed within a rustic atmosphere of old coffee shops, atop a hill overlooking Penang Island or within wooden houses located along river banks. Not to be missed are the annual durian seasons from the months of May till August.
Other local attractions that one shouldn't miss while in Balik Pulau are witnessing how herbs are planted in its farms, how fresh nutmegs are prepared in its factories or to savour the freshness of local fruits in fruit farms. Have a closer look of how goats are bred in farms or simply go hiking along one of the many available trails. Those who prefer spending time with nature could visit the various beaches, waterfalls and mangrove swamps. The more adventurous could enjoy a horse or bicycle ride whilst enjoying the cool breeze, fresh air and scenes of kampung houses built alongside endless rows of paddy fields.
耶稣的圣名教堂（HNJ）浮罗山背的历史
自1845年由法国神父Fr. Ducotey在亚答屋举行第一次弥撒的十年后，即1854年，浮罗山背的一群天主教徒终于有了一间可观的圣堂。虽然因堂区发展的需要，增设了神父楼、圣母山、善终室及培训中心，圣堂的风貌依旧，环境自然优美。本堂于2014年庆祝160周年庆典。
为了配合160 周年的庆典，本堂在邓英伟神父的带领下，已经过一番美化工程。耶稣圣像的壁画，迷你博物馆以及在圣堂内的花丛树木，使本堂更具特色。
耶稣圣名堂的热情好客，吸引了不少来自马来西亚及国外的旅客到访。这里远离城市的喧哗，环境优美宁静，可使心灵得到平静。背靠绿山，头枕蓝天，这里的确是个避静和进行灵修活动的好地方。
浮罗山背是槟岛的一片绿肺，环境依然保持原有的风貌。这里是个多元文化的地方，居民以农业为生。据说，以前来自中国的客家人及来自吉打的马来人纷纷逃难到这里，逐渐把浮罗山背村庄建立起来。
浮罗山背能让你缅怀过去，它那怀旧的风貌，道地的美食，青绿的环境，以及可追溯至十九世纪早期的古迹，实在令人陶醉不已。如未尝过道地的美食，享受这里如画的美景，又怎能算是曾到此一游呢？
来到浮罗山背，当然不可错过这里著名的美食，如亚参了叻沙（assam laksa）,福建面，泰国菜肴，海鲜以及客家菜肴。每逢5月至8月的榴莲季节，不少游客也远道而来只为了品尝这里富有特色的榴莲。
来到浮罗山背的游客们也可以亲身体验豆蔻的生产过程，或到果园参观及品尝新鲜水果。此外，游客们也可以到这里的羊场与羊群近距离互动，或沿着山路徒行。如想更接近大自，可游览这里的沙滩、瀑布溪水及沼泽地带。你也可骑着马儿或骑者自行车，穿梭在辽阔的稻田中，一边享受清新的空气，一边欣赏纯朴的甘榜美景。
In conjunction with the 160th parish anniversary celebrations, the parish underwent a beautification project supervised by Fr. Martin Thien. These efforts make HNJ one of the few Malaysian churches with an assortment of wall murals, a mini museum located within the parish office, and plants with symbolic theological meanings located within the church compound.
The church continues to attract Malaysian and overseas tourists who come to experience the warmth and hospitality offered by the church. HNJ is located a few meters away from the Balik Pulau town, otherwise known as the "Kongsi", where the “roundabout” fountain was built in the late 1800s. Visitors also frequent the parish as a haven away from the hustle and bustle of the city life or as a sanctuary where quiet time is spent with God. Many find solace in prayer and meditation in the HNJ prayer room located within the backdrop of majestic hills overlooking the church.
Throughout the years, Balik Pulau remains fairly untouched by development and still has the best Mother Nature has to offer. Balik Pulau boasts of a fairly multicultural community and agriculture remains one of its largest industries. It is said that Balik Pulau was established by Chinese farmers of the Hakka community and Malay settlers from Kedah who sought refuge from the harsh political and economical conditions in China and Kedah respectfully.
It is often said that a visit to Balik Pulau brings back nostalgic memories for its old charms, authentic food, lush green surroundings and heritage buildings that date back to the 1800s continue to fascinate people from all walks of life. No visit to Balik Pulau is complete without experiencing the delicious food and picturesque sights unique to this place.
Balik Pulau continues being well-known by visitors and foodies alike for its local delicacies prepared by individuals from all walks of life and ethnicities such as the Assam Laksa, Hokkien Noodles, Hakka dishes, Thai food, seafood and various other local dishes which can be enjoyed within a rustic atmosphere of old coffee shops, atop a hill overlooking Penang Island or within wooden houses located along river banks. Not to be missed are the annual durian seasons from the months of May till August.
Other local attractions that one shouldn't miss while in Balik Pulau are witnessing how herbs are planted in its farms, how fresh nutmegs are prepared in its factories or to savour the freshness of local fruits in fruit farms. Have a closer look of how goats are bred in farms or simply go hiking along one of the many available trails. Those who prefer spending time with nature could visit the various beaches, waterfalls and mangrove swamps. The more adventurous could enjoy a horse or bicycle ride whilst enjoying the cool breeze, fresh air and scenes of kampung houses built alongside endless rows of paddy fields.
耶稣的圣名教堂（HNJ）浮罗山背的历史
自1845年由法国神父Fr. Ducotey在亚答屋举行第一次弥撒的十年后，即1854年，浮罗山背的一群天主教徒终于有了一间可观的圣堂。虽然因堂区发展的需要，增设了神父楼、圣母山、善终室及培训中心，圣堂的风貌依旧，环境自然优美。本堂于2014年庆祝160周年庆典。
为了配合160 周年的庆典，本堂在邓英伟神父的带领下，已经过一番美化工程。耶稣圣像的壁画，迷你博物馆以及在圣堂内的花丛树木，使本堂更具特色。
耶稣圣名堂的热情好客，吸引了不少来自马来西亚及国外的旅客到访。这里远离城市的喧哗，环境优美宁静，可使心灵得到平静。背靠绿山，头枕蓝天，这里的确是个避静和进行灵修活动的好地方。
浮罗山背是槟岛的一片绿肺，环境依然保持原有的风貌。这里是个多元文化的地方，居民以农业为生。据说，以前来自中国的客家人及来自吉打的马来人纷纷逃难到这里，逐渐把浮罗山背村庄建立起来。
浮罗山背能让你缅怀过去，它那怀旧的风貌，道地的美食，青绿的环境，以及可追溯至十九世纪早期的古迹，实在令人陶醉不已。如未尝过道地的美食，享受这里如画的美景，又怎能算是曾到此一游呢？
来到浮罗山背，当然不可错过这里著名的美食，如亚参了叻沙（assam laksa）,福建面，泰国菜肴，海鲜以及客家菜肴。每逢5月至8月的榴莲季节，不少游客也远道而来只为了品尝这里富有特色的榴莲。
来到浮罗山背的游客们也可以亲身体验豆蔻的生产过程，或到果园参观及品尝新鲜水果。此外，游客们也可以到这里的羊场与羊群近距离互动，或沿着山路徒行。如想更接近大自，可游览这里的沙滩、瀑布溪水及沼泽地带。你也可骑着马儿或骑者自行车，穿梭在辽阔的稻田中，一边享受清新的空气，一边欣赏纯朴的甘榜美景。
