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1 WESLEY Weekly FEBRUARY MCI (P) 054/11/2017 The Weekly Service Bulletin of Wesley Methodist Church, Singapore A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another. John 13:34-35 (NIV) 2 20 DIRECTIONS Growing in Christ Building Community Impacting the World Lunar New Year 2018 Pages Ash Wednesday Service Wed 14 Feb 8.00pm Wesley Sanctuary Service for dust you are and to dust you will return. Genesis 3:19 (NIV) Wed 14 Feb Page 13 KEY DATES: Lent: 14 Feb (Ash Wednesday) to 31 Mar (Holy Saturday) Pages Good Friday: 30 Mar

2 2 Contact Us CHURCH OFFICE 9.00am to 6.00pm (Weekdays) Closed on Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays Address 5 Fort Canning Road (179493) Telephone Fax mailbag@wesleymc.org Website URGENT PASTORAL ASSISTANCE Our pastors contact numbers are: Rev Stanley Chua Rev Edmund de Souza Rev Philip Lim Rev Michael Tan Rev Benjamin Lee Rev Gladwin Lee Rev Adrian Ng Rev David Ho MINISTRY CONTACT (PASTORAL TEAM/MANAGERS) Worship Filipino Fellowship Rosalia Mahendran Prayer & Praise/ The Saturday Services Jonathan Huang/Eugene Yeo Mandarin Ministry Alice Hsieh Traditional Services Jusuf Kam Prayer Kathlyn Tsang Care & Discipleship Counselling Lee Sock Kuan/Tony Ting Yap Siew Ling Discipleship & Nurture Tina Khoo/Benjamin Lau Pastoral Care victor Chan/Esther Chelliah Chow Yuen Peng/Samuel Tan Melvin Koh Small Group Ministry Ding Lean Sing/Kayyona Lim Clement Ong/Benjamin Lau Outreach Boys & Girls Brigades Chow Yuen Peng COSC Loke Ai Mei CRW rosalia Mahendran Missions paul R Satari/Pauline Yek Witness & Evangelism Patrick Chua Wesley Vineyard Childcare Helen Ong (Manager) WYC Sarah Khoo Lifestage Ministries Campus & Youth Rev Adrian Ng Children deborah Chang Yvonne Koh-Chia/Linda Lim Family Life Samuel Tan/Joey Chen Youth Ministry Joey Chen/ Wong Ee Hwee Senior Fellowship Rev Philip Lim Administry & Communications Administration Felix Yeo (Director) Communications Kevyn Lai Finance Jennifer Gan (Manager) HR Christine Ho (Senior Manager) IT Tony Chan (Manager) Property Henry Chan (Manager) Safe@Wesley rosalia Mahendran Volunteer Care Hamilyn Quek (Manager) Sunday Services 11 February 2018 Services TRADITIONAL WORSHIP SERVICES [Wesley Sanctuary] 7.30am/9.30am/11.30am/5.00pm Building Community Confession & Submission Mr Henry Tan PRAYER & PRAISE WORSHIP SERVICES [Wesley@Cathay, The Cathay, L6] 9.30am [Wesley Hall] 9.30am/11.30am Building Community Through Mutual Submission: Confession And Submission Mr Charis Lim FILIPINO worship SERVICE [Wesley Chapel] 11.30am Building Community Through Mutual Submission Rev Philip Lim Mandarin Worship Service [Wesley Hall] 2.30pm 建立真诚的关系 : 互相代祷 Rev Michael Tan 陈颖松牧师 Other Services Mandarin Worship Service 华语事工 Sun 18 Feb [Wesley Hall] 2.30pm 建立真诚的关系 : 彼此顺服 Ms Alice Hsieh 谢明峰传道 Youth Ministry [YWCA Ballroom, L2] 9.30am & 11.30am YM Services 11 Feb (YSG sessions at L2, L3 and L8 rooms) YM Services 18 Feb (YSG sessions at L2, L3 and L8 rooms) YM Celebration Services 25 Feb (YSGs to stay in Ballroom after worship) From 4 Mar, the Filipino Worship Service will start at 12.00pm at the Wesley Chapel. The Saturday Service (TSS) Sat 10 Feb [Wesley Hall] 5.00pm Building Community Through Mutual Submission: Confession And Submission Mr Charis Lim Wednesday Prayer & Intercession Wed [L3 Hall] 7.30pm 14 Feb Ash Wednesday Service (Wesley Sanctuary, 8.00pm) 21 Feb Christian Outreach & Social Concerns (COSC) 28 Feb Spiritual Wholeness & Healing (SWH) 7 Mar Wesley Prayer Service

3 3 Today at Wesley Bible Study 9.00am prayer Group YMCA Rm am Word Alive Dr Aw Swee Eng on 1 John YMCA Studio L9 9.30am Filipino Bible Study Melanie Tow plaza Hall Stage Word Alive Ms Harriet Ponnappa on Daniel YMCA Rm pm disciple Traning Class L3 Hall 1.15pm W&M Wesley Chorale Bible Study rm pm Filipino Bible Study R rm 202 Children s Ministry 7.30am Children s Ministry I (2-12 yrs) L3 Hall/Rms am Children s Ministry II Little Lambs (18 mths-2 yrs) BR 3 & 4 Kinders (3-6 yrs) plaza Hall WKFC: P1-2 (7-8 yrs) L3 Hall/Rms P3-4 (9-10 yrs) L2 Hall/Rms Junior: P5-6 (11-12 yrs) BR 1-2, am Children s Ministry III JC Kinders (18 mths-6 yrs) plaza Hall JC 1: P1-4 (7-10 yrs) 11.30am-12.00pm Combined Worship L2 Hall 12.00pm Small Group time (P1-2) Rms pm Small Group time (P3-4) Rms JC 2: P5-6 (11-12 yrs) BR pm Children s Ministry 5 Loaves 2 Fishes: Early Bird Programme Rm pm Children s Ministry IV 5 Loaves 2 Fishes Small Fish (2-6 yrs) L2Hall/Rms Big Fish (7-12yrs) L3 Hall/Rms praise Special Community plaza Hall & Plaza Prayer Rm Fellowship 1.30pm Filipino Fellowship Programme Wesley Chapel Choir Practice 7.00am W&M Dawnbreakers Choir Wesley Chapel 8.00am W&M John Wesley Choir Choir Rm 9.30am W&M Wesley Chorale Choir Choir Rm W&M Dawnbreakers Choir Wesley Chapel 11.30am W&M John Wesley Choir Choir Rm 1.00pm W&M Wesley Singers Choir Rm 3.00pm W&M Wesley Heralds Choir Choir Rm Others 1.00pm MM Sunday Prayer Meeting rm pm YM Drama Rehearsals for Easter YWCA pm SG - FaithWorks rm pm SG_MM East BR pm SDG Orchestra Rehearsal for Anniversary Service Sanctuary

4 4 Traditional Service Wesley Sanctuary 7.30am / 9.30am / 11.30am / 5.00pm WE PREPARE SILENT PRAYER AND MEDITATION PRELUDE CHORAL INTROIT (7.30am) We Gather Together Nederlandtsch Gedenckclanck, 16th Century Dutch Melody, UMH 131 (9.30am) Rejoice And Sing Anna Laura Page (11.30am) We Are God s People Bryan Jeffery Leech / J Brahms (5.00pm) We Are God s People Bryan Jeffery Leech / J Brahms Order Of Service We Welcome To Our Pulpit Henry Tan Henry Tan is the managing director of a mid tier international accounting firm. He currently serves as Lay Leader of Wesley Methodist Church and conference associate lay leader of TRAC. He is also active in Alpha and Gideon ministries. Married to Geok Cheng, they have 2 boys Sam and Ryan. WE UNITE IN PRAISE * CALL TO WORSHIP Leader: Let us unite in this historic confession of the Christian faith. The Apostles Creed UMH 881 * GLORIA PATRI UMH 71 * HYMN OF PRAISE Praise, My Soul, The King Of Heaven UMH IN PRAYER PRAYER HYMN Spirit Song UMH 347 UNISON PRAYER Heavenly Father, we grieve and confess that we hurt and have been hurt, to the third and fourth generations, that we are so afraid of pain that we shield ourselves from being vulnerable to others, and refuse to be open and trusting as a child... O God of Wholeness, we rest in You... You listen with us to the sound of running water, You sit with us under the shade of the trees of our healing, You walk once more with us in the garden in the cool of the day, the oil of Your anointing penetrates the cells of our being, the warmth of Your hands steadies us and gives us courage. O God of Wholeness, we rest in You. Through Jesus Christ, Your Son. Amen. Jim Cotter SILENT PRAYER PRAYER ON BEHALF OF ALL THE LORD S PRAYER Tune: Wesley Tulus Our Father in heaven, hallowed be Thy Name. Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done on earth as it is in heav n. Give us this day our daily bread; forgive us our debts as we forgive our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil; For Thine is the kingdom, and the power and the glory forevermore. Amen. Amen. ORGAN RESPONSE (Latecomers are to be seated)

5 5 6th Sunday After Epiphany/ Transfiguration Sunday/ 11 February IN SHARING THE CONCERNS OF THE CHURCH THE SHARING OF GOD S PEACE WORSHIP LEADERS 7.30am Mr Jusuf Kam 9.30am Mr Viva Thevathasan 11.30am Mr Adam Leong 5.00pm Dr Lim Lean Soon CHOIR CONDUCTORS 7.30am Mr Binsar Tobing 9.30am Mrs Penny Chan 11.30am Mr Jusuf Kam 5.00pm Mr Jusuf Kam... IN GIVING TITHES AND GIFTS TO GOD CHORAL OFFERING (7.30am) The Majesty And Glory Of Your Name L Lee Johnson, T Fettke (9.30am) I d Rather Have Jesus R F Miller & G B Shea/ Arr J M Martin (11.30am) Make Me A Channel Of Your Peace Sebastian Temple (5.00pm) They ll Know We Are Christians Peter Scholtes/ Arr Mark Hayes ORGANISTS 7.30am 9.30am 11.30am 5.00pm PIANISTS 7.30am 9.30am 11.30am 5.00pm Ms Joanna Low Mrs Tan Wei Sein Mrs Katie Yung Mrs Eliza Kwok Ms Tan Suat Kian Mrs Eliza Kwok Mrs Betty Khoo Mr Aaron Goh * DOXOLOGY My Tribute UMH IN LISTENING * HYMN OF PREPARATION Forgive Our Sins As We Forgive UMH 390 Tune: AMAZING GRACE, UMH 378 SCRIPTURE TEXT James 5:16 NT 231 SERMON Ephesians 5:21 NT 195 Building Community - Confession & Submission Mr Henry Tan... IN PROMISE * HYMN OF DEDICATION Where Charity And Love Prevail UMH 549 * BENEDICTION CHORAL RESPONSE (7.30am) Shalom To You Traditional Hebrew Blessing, Israeli Melody (9.30am) Bless Us, Father Anna Laura Page (11.30am) Companion On The Journey Unknown (5.00pm) Benediction Hymn Londonderry Air POSTLUDE * Indicates congregation standing WESLEY STRING ENSEMBLE (11.30am) Violin Ms Eleanor Chong, Ms Emmanuelle Leong, Ms Faith Leong, Ms Teresa Lim, Mr Lim Zui Young, Ms Ivonne Lo, Ms Natalie Tan, Viola Mr Christopher Chua Cello Mr Ben Ho Flute Mr Darren Sng Piano Ms Kristy Man WESLEY WIND ENSEMBLE (5.00pm) Flute Mrs Chang Wei Hua Clarinet Mr Lim Teng Leong Horn Ms Janice Wee Trumpet Mr Jeyaraj Indra Raj, Ms Joyce Tang, Mr Tan Ze Yu Trombone Mr Jason Chia Tuba Assoc Prof Tan Wee Liang HEAD USHERS 7.30am Mr Alex Chee 9.30am Mr Lie Siauw Hong 11.30am Mr Peter Chow 5.00pm Mr Alan Lam AV TEAM 7.30am 9.30am 11.30am 5.00pm Ms Loh Wai Meng Mr Wong Chi Kong Mr Jared Yeoh Mr Cheng Kang Lim Mr Paul Ong Mr Ronnie Yeo Mr Khew Sin Sun Mr Chan Boon Hwee Ms Sng Li Sar Mr John Tay Mr Ho Yee Kwong Mr Chris Chow Mr Joseph Fan Yue Sang Mr Daniel Toh NEXT WEEK S WORSHIP LEADERS 7.30am Ms Koh Geok Cheng 9.30am Mr Winston Tan 11.30am Dr Victoria Lim 5.00pm Mr Yang Tuck Meng

6 6 Traditional Service Wesley Sanctuary 7.30am / 9.30am / 11.30am / 5.00pm Choral Offering The Majesty And Glory Of Your Name 7.30am When I gaze into the night skies and see the work of Your fingers The moon and stars suspended in space What is man, that You are mindful of him? You have given man a crown of glory and honour And have made him a little lower than the angels You have put him in charge of all creation The birds of the air, beasts of the field The fish of the sea But what is man, man that You are mindful of him O Lord our God, the majesty and glory of Your name Transcends the earth and fills the heavens O Lord, our God, little children praise You perfectly And so would we and so would we Alleluia, Alleluia! The majesty and glory of Your name Alleluia, Alleluia! I d Rather Have Jesus Give me Jesus, give me Jesus You can have all this world. Give me Jesus. 9.30am I d rather have Jesus than silver or gold; I d rather be His than have riches untold; I d rather have Jesus than houses or lands. I d rather be led by His nail-pierced hand Than to be the king of a vast domain Or be held in sin s dread sway. I d rather have Jesus than anything This world affords today. He s fairer than lilies of rarest bloom; He s sweeter than honey from out the comb He s all that my hungering spirit needs. I d rather have Jesus and let Him lead Than to be the king of a vast domain Or be held in sin s dread sway. I d rather have Jesus than anything This world affords today. Make Me A Channel Of Your Peace 11.30am Make me a channel of Your peace. Where there is hatred let me bring Your love. Where there is injury, Your pardon, Lord, And where there s doubt, true faith in You. O Master, grant that I may never seek So much to be consoled as to console To be understood as to understand To be loved as to love, with all my soul. Make me a channel of Your peace. Where there s despair in life, let me bring hope. Where there is darkness only light, And where there s sadness ever joy. Make me a channel of Your peace. It is in pardoning that we are pardoned, In giving of ourselves that we receive, And in dying that we re born to eternal life PRAYER MINISTRY AT THE ALTAR (Please keep the altar area clear and quiet for people to pray) For those who need someone to pray with them, please proceed to the inner rails near the altar table. Those who wish to pray by themselves, please use the outer rails. PARENTS WITH INFANTS Cry Rooms are available for your use. Please approach the ushers for directions. Your cooperation is appreciated. They ll Know We Are Christians 5.00pm We are one in the Spirit; we are one in the Lord. We are one in the Spirit; we are one in the Lord. And we pray that all unity may one day be restrored. And they ll know we are Christians by our love, by our love. Yes, they ll know we are Christians by our love. We will walk with each other; we will walk hand in hand, We will walk with each other; we will walk hand in hand, And together we ll spread the news That God is in our land. And they ll know we are Christians by our love, by our love. Yes, they ll know we are Christians by our love. We will work with each other, we will work side by side And we ll guard each one s dignity And save each one s pride And they ll know we are Christians by our love, by our love. Yes, they ll know we are Christians by our love. All praise to the Father, from whom all things come, And all praise to Christ Jesus, His only Son, and all praise to the Spirit, who makes us one. And they ll know we are Christians by our love, by our love. Yes, they ll know we are Christians by our love

7 7 Prayer& Praise Service Wesley Hall (Sat) 5.00pm The Cathay, L6 (Sun) 9.30am Wesley Hall (Sun) 9.30am/11.30am INTO HIS PRESENCE PRE-SERVICE PRAYER CELEBRATE GOD S MIGHTY ACTS! WORSHIP THROUGH SONGS OF PRAISE Sing and worship in the Spirit focusing our minds on Jesus,... with all our hearts to the Lord,... with freedom. Let everything that has breath PRAISE THE LORD! ONE IN CHRIST SHARING OF GOD S PEACE CONCERNS OF THE CHURCH FOR YOU ALONE, GOD! PRESENTATION OF GOD S TITHES AND OUR OFFERING DOXOLOGY To God Be The Glory, To God Be The Glory To God Be The Glory For The Things He Has Done With His Blood He Has Saved Me With His Power He Has Raised Me To God Be The Glory For The Things He Has Done We Welcome to Our Pulpit Mr Charis Lim is a Director and CEO of Research Communication International, a technology and management consulting firm specialising in leadership & human capital analytics. He holds both Bachelor s and Master s degrees from the University of Cambridge. He is the Vice-Chairman of the LCEC at Wesley Methodist Church and the Associate Lay Leader for Worship & Music, Prayer & Praise, The Saturday Service and the Youth Ministry. He is also the Chairperson of the Wesley@Cathay initiative. He sits on the Board of Directors at the Metropolitan YMCA. PRE-SERVICE PRAYER We invite you to join us for 10 minutes of prayer before the 5.00pm (Sat), 9.30 and 11.30am (Sun) Prayer & Praise services Come and be refreshed! SONGS OF PREPARATION GOD S WORD FOR US SCRIPTURE READING TSS Sat 5.00pm, Sun 9.30am & 11.30am James 5:16; Ephesians 5:21 SERMON TSS Sat 5.00pm, Sun 9.30am & 11.30am YES, LORD! OUR NEW COMMITMENT HOLY COMMUNION WITH CHRIST COMMUNION OFFERING FOR INTERNATIONAL MINISTRIES (NEW TRIBES MISSION & OMF) RENEWED LIFE IN CHRIST CLOSING PRAYER/SONG BENEDICTION POSTLUDE Building Community Through Mutual Submission: Confession And Submission Mr Charis Lim

8 8 SERVICE LEADER TSS Sat 5.00pm Sun 9.30am Sun 9.30am & 11.30am WORSHIP TEAM TSS Sat 5.00pm Sun 9.30am Sun 9.30am & 11.30am HEAD USHERS TSS Sat 5.00pm Sun 9.30am Sun 9.30am Sun 11.30am COMMUNION STEWARDS Sat 5.00pm Sun 9.30am Sun 9.30am Sun 11.30am HEAD COMMUNION ASSISTANTS Sun 9.30am Sun 11.30am CREATIVE TEAM TSS Sat 5.00pm Sound Crew Multimedia Sun 9.30am AV Team Director Sound Crew Video & Lighting Crew Multimedia Sun 9.30 & 11.30am Sound Crew Audio & Video Crew Multimedia pastor Mr Patrick Chua pastor Mr Jonathan Huang, TSS Band Mr Glenn Chung, Band Ms Ailin Chin, P&P Band Ms Esther Teo Mr Terence Tan Ms Alice Lee Ms Grace Mui Mr Andrew Lim, Ms Emily Kam, Ms Esther Teo, Mr Eugene Lim, Ms Jasmine Chung, Ms Jiaxian Seow, Mr Justin Ong Mr Charis Lim, Mr Eugene Lim, Mrs Lana Lim, Ms Koh Geok Cheng, Mr Patrick Chua, Mr Ding Lean Sing, Mr Justin Ong, Mrs Frances Lim Mr Adriel Loh, Mr Alex Lai, Mr Chan Wai Lup, Mrs Joanna Tng, Ms Joyce Lo, Ms Joy Chan, Mr Philip Oh, Mr Samuel Tan, Mrs Oh Choo Hong, Dr Tony Tng Ms Carole Pang, Mr Charis Lim, Mr Clement Ong, Mr Dave Tay, Mr Eugene Lim, Mr James Tan, Mr Justin Ong, Mrs Lillian Chuah, Mrs Lydia Lim, Mr Nij Mahendra, Mrs Shirley Ong, Mr Sonny Chuah, Mr Steven Chew Ms Tang Lee Lee, Ms Patricia Tham Ms Grace Mui Mr Ivan Lua Ms Charis Ng Ms Hillary Seng Ms Esther Wong, Messrs Simon Ang & Samuel Chong Ms Agnes Ong, Ms Samantha Poo, Messrs Chris Chua, Nixon Kong, Chris Tan, rieman Tang Ms Chua Cheng Hee & Cadence Chua Mr Ken Low & Ms Jody Liu Messrs John Lau & Desmond Seah Ms Gerrie Cai Song of the P&P Here I Bow Authors : Brian Johnson, Jason Ingram, Jenn Johnson, Jonas Myrin and Matt Redman Copyright: CCLI # Here I Bow follows a general understanding of worship in terms of structure. In the verse, we sing about God and His provision for us. Then, in the chorus comes a response to those words also prompting the physical act of bowing as we sing about it. The Bible contains many occasions of an individual s response to meeting God. Many times, the response is one of wonder and adoration so overwhelming, so much so that individuals instinctively bow to hide from the purity of God s glory. Such is an act of submission, and should not be confused with the concept of surrender also commonly sung about. The song subtly hints at the difference between submission and surrender with two defining words at the end of each verse wonderful, and beautiful. Many times surrender feels like an ugly picture of giving up, often unwillingly as a last resort at the end of the road, and painful in the process. But bowing in submission is a description of reverent response, and the willing recognition of a power greater than our own striving. When we understand the working of God and the beauty of walking in tandem with Him, we are able to let go and yield to His ways instead of our own. MINISTRY FOR HEARING IMPAIRED TSS Sat 5.00pm Messrs Jonathan Joyonegoro, Kelvin See & Ms Valencia Tan Sun 9.30am Ms Heidi Tan & Mr Eddy Tan Holy Communion For February Please note that Holy Communion for February will be celebrated on Sat/Sun 10 & 11 February. No Service at Wesley@Cathay on Sun 25 Feb.

9 9 Sermon Notes Building Community Through Prayer Rev Stanley Chua Wesley Sanctuary (4 Feb) Scripture Passage: Ephesians 6:10-18 Summary: One of the best ways to build community is to bring our concerns to God through prayer and thereby encouraging, uplifting and bearing each other s burdens to the Lord. One aspect of community prayer that is seldom talked about is in spiritual warfare. In his many years of ministry, Ps Stanley has witnessed demonic attacks but he encountered a personal assault last year. In a hotel in Cameron Highlands, he felt something pressing down on him and had a sinking, cold and very fearful feeling. Through prayer in the spirit, he invoked the name of the Lord Jesus for deliverance. C S Lewis said: There are two equal and opposite errors into which our race can fall about the devils. One is to disbelieve in their existence. The other is to believe, and to feel an excessive and unhealthy interest in them. There are many in the modern age who fall in the first category of disbelief. The Bible tells us that there are spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms (Eph 6:12). There is more to life than what we see in the physical world. Our Lord s experience with Satan in the desert after His baptism and His many encounters with demon-possessed people highlighted this. The Lord prayed for our protection against the evil one (Jn 17:15). While this world remains, there will be a tension and conflict between the Kingdom of God and the evil forces. 1 Peter 5:8 states: Your enemy, the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour. It would be naïve to think that demonic forces do not exist. How then do we protect ourselves? Firstly, we need to put on the armour of God. Ephesians 6:13-17 summarises what this armour is, including practicing righteousness, standing firm in our faith, sharing the gospel, knowing His Word. Secondly, we are to pray for one another. Prayer is at the heart of spiritual warfare. We commune and build a relationship with God who alone can protect us. Community prayer though we can pray alone, we may not have the strength and ability to pray consistently. We need a fellowship of believers so that we do not face evil attacks alone. Satan tries to divide and conquer the church. In contrast, there is safety in the community of believers as we intercede for each other. Praying always with all kinds of prayer pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. (Eph 6:18a). So pray always, for all things, in all ways. A young family had an encounter with demonic forces and sought the help of Ps Stanley. A dark shadow in a corner had led to great fear in their young son. Pastor went to their home and prayed. He also advised that the couple request prayer support from their Small Group. Being covered by prayer, the evil one s intent was thwarted. Building Community Through Prayer Rev Edmund de Souza Wesley Hall (4 Feb) Scripture Passage: Acts 2:41-43 Summary: As a church, we are one family in Christ and God wants us to bless one another through prayer so we can experience family life, and so that He can respond to our heartfelt needs in a powerful way. Why? Simply because His loves us deeply and wants us to feel His presence in a real way. Prayer in Church In Matthew 21:13, Jesus said: My house will be a house of prayer. Jesus was emphasising that when we come to the house of God, He wants us to not only worship Him in song, but to also seek His face and pour our hearts out to Him in prayer, that we may also experience His grace in our times of need. The Power of Corporate Prayer God wants us to be interested in one another s lives; pray and intercede for one another much like the early church where members devoted themselves to one another in prayer and experienced breakthroughs and God s deliverance in a mighty way. When we pray on our own, God is certainly able to respond and do something supernatural in our lives. But when God s people partner together in prayer, there is a corporate anointing and God acts in a mightier way. He brings healing, breakthrough and pours out His presence on us in a special way when we pray together and for one another (Acts 4:31). Prayer Strengthens Relationships In our Small Groups, we should also learn to open up to one another and pray for one another. When we do this, God strengthens the bond of friendships and community happens. There may be times when we are unable to share certain problems with our own spouse or family, but we can do so comfortably with our brothers or sisters-in-christ. How to Pray for One Another How can we pray for each other? 1. Pray immediately if someone has a need and wants to pray with us or for us, do so immediately. 2. Keep it simple God is not impressed with our vocabulary. He listens to our hearts. 3. Keep it short we do not have to pray for an entire day before God hears us. 4. Take a step of faith if we feel intimidated to pray for someone, get over it! Be bold and just do it! This gives God the opportunity to use us to do something special in somebody else s life. Desley Khew Sermon Notes With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the Lord s people. (Eph 6:1b) Angela Goh

10 10 Wesley Prayer Service Wesley 133 rd Anniversary If My people, who are called by My name, will humble themselves and pray and seek My face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land. 2 Chronicles 7:14 (NIV) Wesley PRAYER SERVICE Come, unite our hearts as God s people at Wesley and seek Him. Theme For March: Towards An Inclusive Church 133rd Church Anniversary Sunday 25 Feb 2018 Combined Worship Services 8.30 and 11.00am Wesley Sanctuary & Wesley Hall (Mandarin Worship Service at 11.00am in Wesley Sanctuary) Speaker: Bishop Emeritus Dr Robert Solomon No Services at: Wesley@Cathay (9.30am) Filipino Worship Service (11.30am) Traditional Service (5.00pm) Family Worship The Plaza Hall will be designated worship space for families with children age six and below. Activity packs for children (ages 3-6 & 7-10) will be available for collection at the Atrium and outside Plaza Hall. (There is no Children s Ministry on 25 Feb 2018.) Saturday 24 Feb 2018 The Saturday Service (TSS) No Service Every first Wednesday of the month 7 Mar 7.30pm Wesley Hall

11 Self-Examination for Building of Authentic Relationships Bible Reading Reflections Alvin Chia (Chairperson, Missions) 11 WEEK Feb 18 READ 2 Corinthians 13 OBSERVE We read in Paul s letter to the church in Corinth of the strife, disagreements, fights and quarrels that are still prevalent and occurring in our communities today. We see Paul agonising over divides and dissensions, accusations (v1) and challenges on authority (v3). Paul reminded us in v10 that the Authority the Lord gave me for building you up, not for tearing you down. APPLY In v5 of the passage, Paul urges everyone to examine yourselves to see whether you are in the faith; test yourselves. He concluded his letter by exhorting the brothers and sisters to rejoice! and to strive for full restoration, encourage one another, be of one mind, live in peace. Need for self-examination in building authentic relationships. Human relationships are complex and at times, agonising and messy. We must recognise that we are all different. The coming together of DO people of diverse personalities, backgrounds and expectations will present challenges that can tear down or build up our relationships and communities. James 4:1 What causes fights and quarrels among you? Don t they come from your desires that battle within you? In the verse above, we are reminded of the need to consider the interests of others and submit ourselves to God. To examine and be able to manage my expectation and acceptance of others as a first step to building authentic relationships. I cannot change others. I can however change and manage myself, and my reactions, to overcome the challenges. With Christ at the centre of our community, I can strive for full restoration of relationships to forgive, accept one another, be always ready to encourage and help to build up the faith of fellow believers. More importantly, to be of one mind and live in peace as a family of God. BRD Readings for Week Feb Gal 5 Ps Gal 6 Ps 35: Lk 1:1-25 Ps 35: Lk 1:26-56 Ps Prov 6: Lk 1:57-80 Ps 37: Lk 2:1-24 Ps 37:21-40 BRD2018 Webpage brd@wesleymc.org

12 12 My Weekly Reflections 5-11 Feb 2018 From the Sermon Title Date Pastor Scripture Passage Reflection What is God saying to me through the sermon? From the Week s BRD Readings 1. What has the Word spoken into my life in this past week? 2. I have applied/will apply the following Word into my daily living. 3. How has God come through for me this past week? 4. One thing that I would do to build community in the coming week. BIBLE READING DRIVE 2018 Next Book The Gospel of Luke during the season of Lent By this Tuesday, 13 Feb, we would have completed the reading of three of Apostle Paul s Epistles. We will take a short break from Paul s Epistles and move to the Gospel of Luke as we observe Lent. Lent is a 40-day season, not counting Sundays, that starts from Ash Wednesday (which falls on 14 Feb this year) and ends on Holy Saturday (31 March 2018). It is a time when many Christians prepare for Easter (1 April 2018) by observing a period of fasting, repentance, moderation and spiritual discipline. As a Community of Christ, let s read and reflect on the life, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ as recorded for us in the Gospel of Luke. BRD2018 Webpage brd@wesleymc.org

13 Ash Wednesday Service Wed 14 Feb 8.00pm Wesley Sanctuary for dust you are and to dust you will return. Genesis 3:19 (NIV) KEY DATES: 5 Lent: 14 Feb (Ash Wednesday) to 31 Mar (Holy Saturday) Good Friday: 30 Mar Holy Week Services: 25 Mar (Palm Sunday) to 1 Apr (Easter) Easter: 1 Apr things you need to know about Ash Wednesday 1. Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent, a 40-day season, not counting Sundays. It may fall anytime from 3 February to 10 March. This year, it falls on 14 February. Wesley Methodist Church will hold its Ash Wednesday Service at the Sanctuary on Wednesday, 14 February, at 8.00pm. Come and join us. 2. Worship for the day focuses on the themes of sin and death in the light of God s redeeming love in Jesus Christ. Traditional words in the service are Remember that you are dust, and to dust you shall return. We receive everlasting life only as a gift of God s grace. 3. We observe Lent as a time of repentance, prayer, and self-denial; of meditation on Jesus life and death; and of self-giving to others, especially to those who are suffering or are in need. Giving things up for Lent is a tradition that probably grew out of Lenten penance for sin and fasting, so as to be one with Jesus in suffering. 4. The Scripture refers to ashes as a sign of mortality as well as a sign of repentance. In many churches, palms are used on Palm Sunday. The palms are then burned and mixed with a little water to make ashes. During the service, the pastor will use the ashes to make a cross on the forehead of each worshipper. 5. Grey or other dark earth tones are especially appropriate colours for Ash Wednesday, as are rough textured cloths such as burlap to suggest sack clothes and ashes. Our church uses the colour purple, which is also the Lenten colour. 13 Ash Wednesday

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17 17 THE GIVING METHODIST Good Friday marks the ultimate gift that Christ gave to Man. This Lent, share your time with those who are vulnerable and distressed for just a few hours to bring them God s peace and joy. LET S COME TOGETHER AS A COMMUNITY TO SERVE! Wesley s COSC Elderly Ministry is organising a visit to MWS Nursing Home - Yew Tee 51 Choa Chu Kang North 6, Singapore The Giving Methodist Date: Sat 10 Mar Time: pm Activity time: pm (Lunch & briefing and 2-way transport from church will be provided.) MWS Nursing Home - Yew Tee is a new nursing home managed by the Methodist Welfare Services. It started operations in August Currently there are just over 100 residents in the home. If you can sing, play a musical instrument (guitar, ukulele, harmonica, violin, flute), sing old favorites and community songs, lead a game, or just share a quiet moment at someone s bedside please consider giving your time and sign up today! Families are welcome. Sign up Online at or scan this QR CODE At the Info Counter on Sundays. Closing date to sign up: Mon 26 Feb For more information, please contact Sharon Wong at There will be a short briefing before we leave for the nursing home. For the well-being of residents, volunteers need to be in good health. Children are welcome to join us! COMING UP GROUP ACTIVITIES & SPONSORED DINNER FOR RESIDENTS at MWS BETHANY NURSING HOME Date: Sat 24 Mar Time: pm Volunteers will befriend residents, conduct simple activities and serve dinner to the residents. Look out for more details in the coming issues of the Wesley Weekly.

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19 19 WEEK 5 Building Community Through Mutual Submission Authentic Relationships book, chapter Feb, Feb Building CommUNITY Objective of the session To explore and encourage the maturation of our community/relationships through mutual confession and submitting to one another. Introduction 1. Share either (i) your personal takeaways from the book chapters allocated for this week, or (ii) your new experiences from applying what you committed to do after last week s session. 2. Can you recall an occasion when you did something wrong, but didn t have the courage to tell anyone? 3. Do you feel you can share anything with anyone in your existing group or relationships? If not, why is it so difficult to share?

20 20 Building CommUNITY Introduction to the theme: Our churches are filled with people who outwardly look contented and at peace, but inwardly are crying out for someone to love them just as they are confused, frustrated, frightened, guilty, and often unable to communicate with their own families. But other people in the church look so happy and contented that one seldom has the courage to admit his own deep needs before such a self-sufficient group as the average church meeting appears to be. Keith Miller The reason I saved confession and submission as the last two one anothering Scriptures is because they grow in expression as relationship mature. We don t open up the darkest places in our lives and submit our choices to strangers or new acquaintances; this happens naturally as friendships deepen. Being honest with people isn t easy, because most of us have been abused or manipulated by others precisely at our weakest points. We do not need to be open with others just because they call themselves believers, but we can allow relationships to grow so that people can appropriately handle the depth of our sharing. (Authentic Relationships, p123, ) 4. As you look around you or in your life, is there someone you feel safe enough to let down your guard and share vulnerably about your fears, struggles and failures? What is it about them that makes you feel safe? Exploring the Theme: The freedom to confess our sins, expose our doubts and let people see into our struggles accomplishes 3 things 1) it allows others to know us as we really are, which helps cultivates relationships. 2) it allows us to seek forgiveness from the people our failures and weaknesses have wronged and to seek reconciliation intentionally. 3) it allows God s light to shine on our brokenness and others to come to our aid, which greatly enhances the healing process. (Authentic Relationships, p125) 5. Read James 5:16. What does the Bible say about confessing and submitting to one another? 6. Read Galatians 1:10. How does the thirst for other people s approval diminish who Jesus wants us to be?

21 21 Applying the Theme 7. Share about a time when someone s insight changed the course of your life. 8. Share how we may free one another to live out an authentic life, and to encourage a confessional climate in our community? Building CommUNITY 9. Share with the group the following 2 Class Meeting questions: a. How is my relationship with God? b. How are things with me? WHAT S NEXT FOR THIS GROUP? Congratulations! You have reached the end of this campaign. But this is just the beginning of experiencing the joy of growing together in Christ, through the authentic relationships in your group. Having experienced life together as a group for the past 5 weeks, you might want to consider how you may continue building community together. Here are some ideas: i. Commit to meeting regularly as a small group and praying for one another regularly. ii. Commit to participate in an upcoming church activity together, ie do D.I.G. (Devotion in Groups) in preparation for Easter, and/or attend the Holy Week Services. iii. Commit to bringing others into the community of the small group.

22 22 Building CommUNITY Ground Rules for Class Meeting (Offering a safe space for one another) Adapted by Alvin Tay and Rev Gladwin Lee from COMPANIONS IN CHRIST (A Small Group Experience in Spiritual Formation), Leader s Guide, 2006, Tennessee, Upper Room Books. Introductory notes: The early Methodists, under the leadership of our founder John Wesley would meet regularly in small groups which they termed class meeting. The practice of the class meeting is a crucial tool for enabling Methodists to watch over one another in love, to support and encourage one another in their lives with God, so as to keep the three General Rules: (i) do no harm, (ii) do good, and (iii) to attend upon the ordinances of God (referring to basic Christian practices or disciplines). APPENDIX 3. Share as you are comfortable We want to offer a culture of honour by recognising that all group members have permission to share only when they are ready to share, and whatever they are comfortable with. 4. Respect and Receive Respect and receive what others offer, even if you disagree. And when you disagree with another person, continue to be respectful and sensitive to them. In Wesley Methodist Church, we endeavour to grow in this same spirit of watching over each other in love, by encouraging Wesleyans to set aside time regularly in our meetings to share our lives by asking two questions: a. How is my relationship with God? b. How are things with me? The act of asking these questions on a regular basis causes us to pay more attention to our spiritual formation. During this spiritual exercise, the shape of our Wesleyans sharing could include our inner thoughts, personal concerns, and even private challenges. Hence we need to create a safe space for Wesleyans to share freely and assure them that what is shared within the group, stays within the group. Establishing upfront some ground rules for group sharing will help us to avoid problems that could destroy group trust. At the same time, it will cultivate a positive listening environment for each other. Therefore, for the sole purpose of cultivating healthy interactions among members during group devotion, we encourage everyone to observe the following basic ground rules: A. When you are speaking: 1. Take turns to share Participants will take turns to share - in no particular order but as the Holy Spirit leads. Be succinct so that everyone will have an opportunity to share within the agreed time allocated in each session. 2. Speak only for yourself Be specific about your experience. Speak from your own experiences instead of generalising or speaking for others. To do so, we encourage you to use singular first person pronouns such as: "I", "me" and "my", instead of "we", "you", "they". B. When someone is speaking: 1. Maintain Confidentiality What is shared within the group, stays within the group. Please maintain confidentiality so as to preserve trust within the group. 2. Do not cross talk Cross talk refers to any type of dialogue that sidetracks the person sharing and prevents him/her from completing his/her main train of thought. Typically crosstalk happens when we speak out of turn, interrupt while someone is sharing or give unsolicited advice to fix another person s problems. 3. Honour Others Do not debate on ideas, or try to convince others to follow the particular path of understanding or practice that God has led you on. Honour the different ways God works in each individual. 4. Listen deeply Remain silent when someone is sharing. In addition to observing points 2 and 3 to remove obstructions in the sharing, we offer our sacred presence by learning to listen deeply. This sacred act of listening deeply is offered by listening with our heart, and what God is saying to us through the sharing of others. 5. Learn to Pause Each time someone has finished sharing, intentionally pause for a moment to allow everyone to feel the weight of what was just shared and to fully consider it before the next person speaks. 6. Do not be afraid of silence There will be silence in the first few attempts of this spiritual exercise. Some may feel uncomfortable. But do not be pressured to end this segment prematurely. Use the silence instead to listen to the Holy Spirit in your midst.

23 Building CommUNITY Ministry Programme Building CommUNITY Do you want to meet new people, make new friends, build relationships or simply chill out over dinner? Join us for our Friendship Night for al fresco rooftop dining at the Wesley Plaza! Fri 23 Feb pm Wesley Plaza (Roof Top) Closing Date: 18 Feb Register at or at the Info Counter to book your place! For enquiries, to: SGM at

24 24 Ministry Programme. Wesley Senior Fellowship (WSF) HAPPY HOUR Programme organised for seniors for fellowship & relaxation Peace Mon 5 Mar, pm BR 1 & 2 Ms Yap Siew Ling, a member of our pastoral team overseeing the Counselling Ministry, will bring us the devotional message for the meeting. The HAPPY HOUR theme is Peace. We read in Colossians 3:15 (NIV) Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. Let us receive peace from God and let it rule in our hearts. Which means peace should be in charge of how we live. We believers are not called to live in violence or squabbles among each other, but in peace. Pianist: Ms Irene Leow Programme: Worship, choruses & songs Evergreens & oldies Rummikub Fellowship & Refreshment For more information, contact Chan Meng Choo at WSF Emmanuel Bible Study Every Sat 11.00am-1.00pm (Jan-Feb) YWCA 810 Ukulele Jam Open to all Wesley ukulele enthusiasts and friends Wed pm BR 3 & 4 CALENDAR OF EVENTS Master The Ukulele in 10 Weeks Wed 7, 14, Mar, 4, 11, 18, 25 Apr, 2 & 9 May pm, BR 1-2 Instructor: Mr Daniel Purnomo Cost: $150 (Non refundable cheques to be made payable to Wesley Methodist Church) Min:10 participants. Max: 20 participants. Suitable for total beginners or persons who have been strumming for some time and wish to advance to the next level. Course subjects will include: - Finger-picking of key scales - Chord formation and patterns - Strumming patterns - Ensemble Playing (where half the class will pick the melody whilst the other half strums the chords. - Songs chosen will be suitable for praise and worship and edification, as well as for outreach. Non Mandatory: - Pre-course ukulele shopping, for those who require an instrument. - Standing invitation to weekly ukulele jam sessions of the WSF. - Participation in project-based outreach events organised by the WSF. Register at the Info Counter Closing Date : 28 Feb Mr Daniel Purnomo, graduate of La Salle College of The Arts. An experienced music teacher and currently teaches students of local and international schools in their music programmes. Refer for examples of his teaching style. Harmonica Ensemble Open to all harmonica enthusiasts 1st & 3rd Wed, 10.30am-12.00pm BR 3 & 4 Wheels D Way (Project by WSF for Wheelchair & Housebound Seniors) Mon 26 Feb Chinese New Year Lo Hei For more information and registration, please contact Shirley Koo ( ) or Ian Urquhart ( ) Wesley WSCS Prayer for the month for Wesley Ladies Trust in the Lord with all your heart, And lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, And He shall direct your paths. (Prov 3:5-6) NKJV Tuesday 13 Feb No Meeting The Tuesday Fellowship (WSCS) Committee wishes all Wesleyan and visiting ladies a Blessed and Happy Chinese New Year! 20 Feb, 11.00am, L3 Hall Feasts Of The Lord by Rev Noel Goh Rev Noel Goh is a retired Methodist pastor attached to Holland Village Methodist Church. He retired early to bring a teaching called Journey to Holiness to the nations to help prepare the church, as the Bride of Christ in the beauty of holiness, for His return. He is married to Stella, and they have two adult children. He still enjoys a gentle game of squash. 20 Feb, 1.30pm, Rm 307 WSCS Study Group ( Tues ) Authentic Relationships (3) Building Community through Involvement 27 Feb, 11.00am, L3 Hall Bible Study by Dr Eileen Satterthwaite Dr Eileen Satterthwaite was a practising lawyer for several years before commencing her theological studies. She has a DipTh. (Discipleship Training Centre), MDiv. (Trinity Theological College), and PhD in Biblical Studies (University of London). She teaches at the DTC and is married to Philip Satterthwaite who is the Old Testament and Hebrew lecturer at the Biblical Graduate School of Theology (BGST). Saturday 24 Feb, 3.00pm, Plaza Prayer Room WSCS Bible Study Group (Sat) Authentic Relationships (2) Building Community Through Inclusion All ladies welcome. For more information, call Khoo Heng Keow at

25 25 FAMILY LIFE Ministry Raising thriving, God-centred families at Wesley MEN-IN-CHRIST - Friday Lunchtime Prayer Meeting Watchmen Ministry Programme Aligning My Goals With God s Purpose MIC Andrew Fung Our next meeting is on: Fri 9 Mar, 12.30pm, L3 Hall The Men-In-Christ (MIC) ministry is a response to our Lord to provide a platform for men to come together, to encourage and be encouraged and to fulfill their role as the spiritual head of their God given household. Do two walk together unless they have agreed to do so? Amos 3:3(NIV) We have been blessed this past decade to have formed deep spiritual friendships, journeyed together in unity of spirit, and experienced the transforming power of the Holy Spirit upon our lives. Do come to be blessed and to bless. This past year, with the structural changes in our economy, many men have been displaced from their role as the breadwinner. The focus of our prayers in year 2017 has been on the challenges faced in the marketplace, yet the opportunities that God provides in the same exacting marketplace for the Gospel of Truth and love to be lived and shared. For year 2018, our theme will be Focus On The Family. He who finds a wife finds what is good and receives favour from the Lord. Proverbs 18:22 (NIV) Children are a heritage from the LORD, offspring a reward from Him. Psalm 127:3 (NIV) Do join us as a body of Christ as we come to honour God and take time to pray for our loved ones. For the prayers of the faithful avails much. For the next few sessions, the Focus On The Family theme will include Men, marriage and money Prayer transforms the family For more information, call Rosalind Tay at or rosalindt@wesleymc.org MARRIAGE PREPARATION CLASS 1/ Apr-2 Jun (For 8 weeks) First session: Sat 14 Apr, 9.00am-1.30pm Subsequent sessions: Sat from pm Cost: $180 per couple (Class is limited to 20 couples only. Please register early.) All couples intending to be married at Wesley are required to attend the MPC. Couples are also required to be mentored by another couple. Closing Date: Sun 11 Mar (or when the 20 places are filled) To register, please pay and submit completed form (together with couple s photos) at the Info Counter. For more details, contact Kalyn Oh at or kalyno@wesleymc.org

26 Ministry Programme 26 Discover Your SHAPE ORE SERIES SDN130(P) I am supposed to serve in God s Kingdom... but... where and how can I serve? Come, join SHAPE to discover the gifts that God has given you to serve Him. SHAPE helps participants find matching areas of service through the discovery of their Spiritual gifts, Heart, Ability, Personality and Experience. This course is made up of three parts: Part 1: Part 2: Part 3: Complete and submit an essential pre-course homework. Attend a three-hour class Attend an interview session where a SHAPE interviewer will help to interpret your SHAPE results and recommend areas for you to exercise your spiritual gifts. Various interview time slots will be made available for you to select during the class. Date: Sat 24 Feb Time: pm Venue: Wesley Chapel (seats are limited) Closing date: Sun 18 Feb Register at or at the Info Counter. For more information, contact Catherine Tang at catherinet@wesleymc.org 你们若常常遵守我的道, 就真是我的门徒 约翰福音 8:31 的目标是生命的更新, 而不仅是知识的得着? ( ) 1 星期四, 7.30pm 10pm, 2018 年 3 月 1 日开始费用 - $25 ( 课程材料 ) 名额有限 必须参加新生献心会 通过在讯息柜台报名截止日期 :2018 年 1 月 14 日 ( 或额满为止 ) 研读圣经 作主门徒, 是一个为期 34 周的研读课程, 涵盖整本新 旧约圣经 内容按照圣经故事的历史程序来编写 每周上课两小时到两个半小时 学员在学习了 34 个 门徒标志 后, 更能委身作主门徒 红本 是其他三册的必修基础课程 经历 25 年的 培训事工已经为深入研读圣经, 立下根基与准绳 在世界许多角落, 学员透过研读与宁听神的话, 个人生命被改变, 团体生活得更新 课程贯穿圣经的学习, 从神起初创造天地的创世纪到新耶路撒冷的启示录 每课都有清晰明了的主题钥字, 主题经文, 标题, 人性问题, 门徒标志, 让学员清楚地看到圣经事件所发生的顺序 课程是以小组方式每星期上一课, 每课开始时都以简短的 DVD 介绍当天课程的主题, 藉着导师的引导下学员们分别以小组讨论 此外, 每位学员都会收到一份学习手册作为课程的一部分, 并按手册的指导每日有纪律的阅读圣经和作笔记 欲知更多讯息, 请通过电子邮件 feliciao@wesleymc.org 联系 Felicia Ong 或致电

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28 28 Opportunities To Serve MISSIONS TRIPS Easter Missions Team to Nong Bua Lam Phu, Isaan, Thailand Consider spending a meaningful Easter in 2018 bringing the message of salvation to the children in Isaan? When: 27 Mar-1 Apr (includes Good Friday public holiday) Activities: Mural painting, teaching Music & English to children, repainting church playground, helping to run an overnight Bible Camp in church for the children, engaging the children in worship and art & craft activities. Team size: Ten (All adults, youth and those who have passion for children are welcome!) Trip preparation dates: Five Sundays beginning from 25 Feb leading to the trip date on 27 Mar. Volunteer Recruitment for Creatives & Technical Personnel (Prayer & Praise) Are you interested in serving in church? Do the colourful lights and screens on the equipment we use catch your attention? Or do the people in the headsets intrigue you? Do you ever wonder how each service runs like clockwork? You can find out more by joining the Prayer & Praise Creative Ministry! We re looking for volunteers to join us in our five sub-teams. Don t worry if you re completely clueless with tech equipment! You ll be trained through a short course (after you join) to be a blessing to those around you. Be it at TSS, or P&P at Wesley Hall or at Wesley@Cathay, you wil be equipped and guided to serve God and His people in this area! For more details, do contact Dominic Ng at dominicn@wesleymc.org or Eugene Yeo at eugeney@wesleymc.org Yangon, Myanmar Mar Wesley will be organising a Missions trip to Yangon, Myanmar. You will be reaching out to the children, youth and adult. You are most welcomed to join our team, if you: Have a heart to serve the Lord through missions. Are willing to be trained to reach out to the people through befriending and outreach activities. Are comfortable in reaching out to children and youth through camp activities. Prayer request Pray for: The children, youth and adult to be receptive and be touched by God s love through the ministry. All trippers to experience God in a deeper way, and able to relate well to the people. God s continued leading and direction for the ministry in Myanmar. Closing Date: 15 Feb Sunbeams Children s Choir As the Scripture says, From the lips of children and infants You have ordained praise (Ps 8:2a) NIV LET THE CHILDREN SING TO THE LORD! Sunbeams Children s Choir is having recruitment programme, an opportunity for all children between 5 to 12 years old to serve the Lord with music and songs. UPCOMING EVENTS: 25 Feb: 133rd Church Anniversary Services 1 Apr: Easter Services Regular vocal training given by Jusuf Kam & Nadia Kam. Rehearsals are on Saturdays from pm. Closing date: Sun 18 Feb. For more information and registration please contact Phoebe Tan at or worshipmusic@wesleymc.org All trippers must commit to the trip briefings and Missions Training: A Practical Course for Missions Module #1 on 3 Mar, pm (if they haven t done so yet). For enquiries, please missions@wesleymc.org or contact Sheena Goh at

29 29 WESLEY YOUNG ENSEMBLE Calling all budding strings (violin, viola or cello), flute, oboe, clarinet, saxophone and other players! We are a group of young musicians, and we come together to make music for the glory of God! Join us if you: 1. Are between eight to 16 years old. 2. Possess a minimum ABRSM/Trinity/LCM Grade Are able to attend rehearsals every Sat from pm. We will be playing at the coming 133rd Church Anniversary and EASTER Combined Services. Join us for an exciting time of making music, fellowship, being blessed and being a blessing to others as we work together on these projects! Closing date: Sun 18 Feb Please contact Ivonne Lo at or worshipmusic@wesleymc.org to arrange for an audition/interview with Mr Jusuf Kam. TRAC BOARD OF SENIORS MINISTRY (Glowing Years Ministry / GYM) TRAC-BOSM GYM Dedication Service cum Thanksgiving Hi-Tea Sat 17 Mar, pm Wesley Methodist Church Speaker: Rev Philip Lim (Worship service begins at 2.30pm) Rev Philip Lim (past BOSM Director) will bring us the message at this Dedication Service. Come and be blessed by his message. Cost: $6.00 per person (for the High Tea) Registration at the WSF table. Closing date: 25 Feb For more infromation, call Chan Meng Choo at Opportunities To Serve Events In Town Events In Town Sat 3 Mar 9.00am-1.00pm Faith Methodist Church, Charis Hall Topics/Speakers A Theology of Rites Connecting with the Chinese Culture Rev Dr Simon Tan Being Christian and Chinese Mr Lawrence Ko Experience a Chinese Christian Memorial Service Mr Chin Nam Hiong Q&A Moderator Rev Dr Chiang Ming Shun Closing date: 24 Feb For more information and registration, please go to

30 30 Employment Employment Facilities Assistant Job Description: To support and work as a team to ensure the smooth running of facilities in Wesley Methodist Church, YWCA, Bible House and/or any other offices as assigned Reporting to the supervisor, carry out all planned tasks from setting up, preparations to the closing of all the facilities of WMC, according to your work schedule To work and respond to staff/members requests for equipment and room preparations for meetings Maintain, repair and requests for fixtures and fittings including basic lighting and equipment To work closely with hired contractors or cleaners to ensure all offices and church premises are ready and in operative mode at all times. Ad Hoc duties including posting mails, ensure room booking schedule are pinned at the designated area, etc. Requirements: Minimum two to three years of working experience in similar capacity Able to work on weekends and Public Holidays, as scheduled, is a MUST Physically able and fit to carry out assigned tasks Good initiative, organisational skills and ability to relate to all levels of people Spoken and written English is a must, ability to speak mandarin and local dialects would be a bonus in view of business communications Any AV system knowledge and facilities related training is surely a plus Basic computing skills Good customer service aptitude and enjoy interaction with all levels of people. Accountant As a member of the Finance team, you will be involved in the monthly and annual closing of the financial statements, performing analysis and reconciliation to the accounts, preparation of audit schedules, and other projects assigned. You should have sound working knowledge of an accounting software and be able to work on enhancement projects. You will assist the Finance Manager with the preparation of the annual budget and any other assignments, and work closely with various ministries to perform quarterly review on their budget spending. We are looking for a candidate with a degree in Accountancy or Professional qualification with The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants. At least five years of relevant experience in auditing and accounting. Possess a good analytical and interpersonal skill to work well within the staff team. If you are all the above, looking forward to serve and grow in Wesley Methodist Church, in skills, in your spiritual walk, please write in to us at hr@wesleymc.org with your Resume in MS Words, stating your expected salary and availability. Pastoral Team Member (PTM) for: Small Group Ministry Children s Ministry Family Life Being part of the ministry team, you will be working closely with the Pastor-in-charge to steer, direct, grow and develop the Ministry. Job Description: Plan and work with teams of staff and/or volunteers, committees and subcommittees to achieve what the Ministry sets out to do You are to provide pastoral care, leadership and support for the Ministry Manage the supporting team and work closely with related ministries Partake in hands-on execution and implementation of events/ projects, run activities and build rapport with the congregation and members. Requirements: You should have relevant theological studies, qualifications and/or experience in similar capacities. If you sense God s call for you to respond and be a part of His work through Wesley, please full resume with expected salary and availability to hr@wesleymc.org We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

31 31 The Lord is good; His mercy is everlasting (Ps 100:5) NKJV Please note that prayer items will be published for a maximum of three weeks. To encourage continued prayer, please update your item by submitting a fresh prayer request to Chan Meng Choo at mengchooc@wesleymc.org. Prayer Needs NEW 1. Pray for LKL to be reconciled with his daughter, son and wife during this Chinese New Year Eve dinner and that they will forgive his misdeeds which occurred 10 years ago. 2. Caroline recently had an operation for stage one breast cancer. She needs a second operation soon. Pray for God to continue to strengthen her and her family. 3. R s nine-month-old baby boy has been diagnosed with leukaemia and is undergoing chemotherapy, which will take four months to complete. Thank God he is looking cheerful. Pray for God to heal him as he goes through the treatments. PEOPLE IN NEED 4. Please pray for God s healing for Jim, diagnosed with lymphoma. He has started a series of six chemotherapy sessions. 5. JWK will be undergoing radiology treatments in early February as chemotherapy was ineffective. Rashes developed again due to a food allergy. Please pray for: No side effects. Treatments to be effective. Rashes to be cleared completely. Strong immunity and no infection. God s grace, peace, comfort, strength and protection upon her. 6. Please pray for a six-year-old boy diagnosed with high grade brain cancer and has been given six to 18 months. Pray for: The boy s eyes to recover and be normal again. They are pointed inward. Him to cope with his illness and co-operate with his parents. God s wisdom and guidance regarding which overseas hospital to go for treatment. God s grace and strength as they care for him. Blessing on their time together as they read God s Word. 7. Pray for Y to cope well with her mother, 87 years old, who has dementia, Alzheimer s disease and depression. Pray for improved relationship with her younger brother who is 55 years old, his two sons and sister-in-law. Pray that her mum and brother s behaviour will be less controlling. Pray for peace and also for patience with her mother s relatives. 8. Thank God that He continues to sustain Carlene and Martin and for many who are supporting them in their cancer journey. Please pray for: Complete healing and restoration for Carlene that she will live to declare His works. For the radiotherapy to kill all the tumours in her brain and spine, with no side effects. For immunotherapy to go well and eradicate the cancer cells, with no side effects. Wisdom for all doctors treating Carlene, especially their oncologist, Dr Leong. Revelation of God s purpose for them and that this season will bear a profound ministry which would glorify Him. Many more healthy decades of marriage together to serve Him and be a living testimony of His goodness and healing touch. For all treatment to be completely covered by Carlene s medical insurance and for claims to be processed quickly. God s financial provision and wisdom in managing cash flow. Continued strength for the journey for both of them. 9. Peter Chow gives thanks to Father God for healing his chronic cough. Please continue to pray for Peter s PSA marker to remain stable at 0.04 and his colon to remain healthy. 10. Please continue to pray for Elle: A spouse for life to build a family and home with. A SAP BI related job. Whose mother is unwell.

32 32 Prayer Needs 11. Pray for more intercessors to be called by God to pray selflessly for others in the Wednesday prayer meetings. MINISTRIES 12. Weekend Worship Services Pray that our music, hymns/songs, prayers and preaching will touch hearts and Minister to felt needs Pray for a greater sense of the manifested presence of God and for greater faith to expect greater things from God. Pray for breakthroughs for those who need a miracle. Pray for encouragement and strength for those experiencing trials and that they may experience God s sustaining grace and deliverance. Pray for the joy of the Lord to be released as we fix our eyes on God s goodness and celebrate rather than be pressed down by our circumstances. Pray for the preaching of the Word for next Sun by Rev Michael Tan, Rev David Ho and Mr Patrick Chua that it will be uplifting, inspiring and challenging. Pray that the Word preached will find good soil and produce good fruit. 13. Pastors, Pastoral Team Members and Admin Staff Staff to be ever thankful to God for His grace, providence and faithfulness, to remember that they are here working at Wesley not by chance but by His design. That each one of them will seek out God s purpose and plan so that they will fulfil it with commitment and joy. Staff to be an inspiration in setting an example of a good and faithful servant to God, serving the Church and the community in unity with humility and patience, showing love to all they work and serve with. Staff to spend time in the disciplines of personal devotion and the study of the Word, so that they can be drawn close to God. Good health and well-being as they seek to balance work, family and personal time. Their families: thank God for their support and understanding, especially those with children who need their time and attention. Pray for God s protection and providence on each family member; pray that even as they have sown to the Lord, they will reap abundantly. Staff to depend on God for strength in times of difficulties, for peace in times of stress, and patience in times of pressure. Pray WithouT Ceasing The Lay Personnel Committee, who look after staff welfare and management, to be guided by God s wisdom and grace as they implement policies and set direction. For God s continual providence of new staff, be it in newly created positions or replacement positions. 14. Local Church Executive Committee (LCEC) The LCEC meets every month to make decisions regarding the daily running of matters pertaining to our church. The Meeting For smooth conduct of the meeting and wisdom to be given to our Chairperson, Mr Philip Oh, as he chairs it. That every LCEC member will speak in love and grace so that we may edify one another and glorify God. Pray for mutual respect and submission to be displayed in our discussions and deliberations with one another. Pray for the Holy Spirit to grant LCEC members the mind of Christ in every decision that they make. Pray against any spiritual forces that seek to disrupt the meeting and cause disunity. Pray for LCEC Members, Pastors and Pastoral Team Members For God to help us be disciplined in our daily walk and quiet time with Him. Pray that we will continue to grow in Christ. Pray for protection from the evil one for our families and loved ones as we toil in God s vineyard. Pray for God s grace to be upon us that we will be good witnesses and examples in our family, workplace, Church, and other social settings.x

33 YOUnited in Missions Know our... Missioners Leow Theng Huat Pray for a smooth transition back to life and ministry in Singapore for the family, especially the children as they readjust in their schools. Pray for Theng Huat s grandmother to have good health and to experience God s peace. Pray for those who are caring for her. Pray for Trinity Theological College as she celebrates her 70th anniversary this year. Pray for good teamwork amongst her staff members as they organise and oversee the many celebratory events. Ronda Tan Thank God for the transition in YWAM Singapore. Thank God for healthy bonds and that the ice was broken with those who came into Tamar village. Pray for opportunities to help those working in brothels. Pray for Ronda as she seeks clarity from God regarding direction. Hans and Beatrice Baer Praise the Lord that in the village of Maeleakhi, some people have come off destructive addiction, and some are on the government Rehabilitation Program. Praise the Lord that many adults and young people are coming back to church. Pray for a deep work of the Holy Spirit in that village and in the villages around. Pray for a spiritual breakthrough in the Chrogloh and Usogloh area (Tak Province) as Hans and Beatrice visit these areas during this dry season. 33 CG Praise the Lord that CG finally has a public Chat account, which will be helpful for communications. Pray for preparations for publicity such as advertisements, events and social media material, to go smoothly. Better relationships with students and their families. Good time management to focus more on curriculum development. Tan Chew Suan Thank God for the Project Servants who joined to serve full-time for three weeks or three months. Pray that they will grow in their appreciation of the gospel and be faithful and diligent in sharing the gospel, even after their term with us. Pray for Bernice, a seminary student attached for field education with SYFC, that she will have a fruitful ministry experience in the coming five months, working among Secondary and JC youths. As she teaches a group of Poly Ministry volunteers on the book of Exodus, pray that they will appreciate afresh the God who delivers His people out of bondage. As she rounds up her teaching on James with the Chinese students from Poly Ministry, pray that they will live out their Christian faith in all aspects of life. Henry Cheah Henry s hypertension is slowly going away and he is trusting God for a complete healing and no need to take medication for life. Continue to trust God together with him for this to happen. Praise God for Sergio, a 12-year-old boy who gave his life to the Lord during a Bible Study time. Ask God to help him grow in his new found faith. Missions

34 34 Missions Know our... Missionaries Asholi and Puii Akamu Thank the Lord for His faithfulness throughout the year, providing good health. Praise God that Pen Pen (oldest daughter) and Aziio (youngest child) could be home for Christmas and the New Year. Couple Thank God for His faithfulness and provision for all their needs. Praise God for opportunities to share with and encourage various individuals and couples who are exploring short and long term missions service. Pray for the ongoing mentoring and coaching relationships with leaders that the couple can provide good support, encouragement and input into their lives and ministries. Pray for good health for their parents and for her dad to soften his heart and turn back to Christ. Stephanie Tan Thank God that the Missions team going to Myanmar in April has been formed and funds approved. Please pray for the team as we begin to plan the programme to equip the 50 local volunteers to reach out to youths in their villages through our English programme. Please pray that the 25 churches partnering with us will send the right people and be committed to reaching out and following up with the youths. Please pray for wisdom and favour for staff and volunteers reaching out to older youths in Singapore. Pray for the hearts of the youth to turn to God and respond to His good news. Stella and Phil Carter Thank God for His protection during their recent vacation in the USA, and for the fruitful time with Phil s family, friends and supporters. God s wisdom and favour for Phil and Stella in developing new talks for crosscultural living. Pray for Stella for good time management and wisdom as she takes on additional administrative responsibility for the organisation s Staff and Missionary Conference in May. Healing of Baker s cyst behind Stella s right knee and that the condition will not affect her effectiveness in ministry. God s continued protection and good health for Phil s mother; that her Parkinson s disease and hallucinations will not worsen. Mark Suredhran Thank God for a computer for the ministry. Thank God for progress in the production of the Holy Week Devotional. However, there has been a lot of challenges. Please pray for God s favour and speed. Pray that Mark will be able to complete the remaining scripture reading recording in early February. Pray for wisdom as he helps the team navigate through changes in the team structure. Continue to pray for good health for Mark and his family. Winnie Lim Pray for protection of children s homes, pray against fear, for favour with authorities and the smooth renewal of licenses. Pray for house parents to have wisdom and to know God s love deeply, that they may love the children with His pure love.

35 35 Pray for the leaders at school to have God s wisdom and discernment; for Him to supply every need and for the school to abound in His love and joy daily. Pray for God s perspectives in Winnie s interaction with house parents and with each child; for daily joy to love, and creativity to teach. Pray also for the possibility of a new ministry direction with the homes. Pray for God to open the door He desires for her niece s next course of action, that it will lead her closer to Himself. Pray for protection and peace upon family and for niece and nephew to have Godloving communities. Lim Bi Xiu Praise God for good times with family since 2018 began, for reconciliation with mom and younger brother. Do pray for family s salvation and hearts to be open. Thank God for better health and recovery from bouts of flu, grateful for all who have prayed. Bi Xiu s small group, The Goshens, is hosting Alpha with 11 guests assigned. Do pray for wisdom and strength as she leads the group, and for greater unity in serving one another. Good preparation in learning and teaching the book of Philippians in April. Pray for the Lord to bring in more students into the School of Biblical Studies 2018, both Day School and Night School. Strength for paternal Grandma as she battles cancer; pray for good response to her treatment. Helen Tan Praise the Lord for a new couple joining the team up north. Pray for them as they seek God s wisdom to extend the team for relief works. The slum in Kampong P in B is definitely being cleared out. Pray that the Lord will provide another place for the home schooling centre. Pray for more workers to join the team in B. Pray for good health for Helen and her family members. Joel Choong Thanksgiving: Thank God for a fruitful time as a reservist, there were many deep conversations. Prayer: For the three-month Project Servants, who will be starting weekly ministry opportunities with art students. Pray for good communication with students, and wisdom to share the gospel with the art students. A mission trip during end of February with the Project Servants. Amos Ang Pray for discernment and wisdom to lead a team on a three-year campaign that will help people through different seasons of their lives. Pray for wisdom for Amos and Karen to teach the Marriage and Family in Asia curriculum cross-culturally. Wisdom to lead and shepherd the region s leaders and marketplace ministries. Faith and wisdom as Amos oversees the respective sub-ministries. Exploration and consolidation of strategies to use digital space to reach, engage and equip leaders for the Kingdom of God. Continued good health and protection for Amos and family. Wisdom and discernment to balance demands of ministry and family time. The men s evangelistic Bible study explores the meaning and purpose in life: pray for good spiritual conversations between believers and non-believers. Know our... Short Term Workers Missions

36 36 Missions Know our... Our students in Theological Training Natalie Lam Pray for all house parents; for wisdom as they train their children in the ways of the Lord and that they will be strengthened in the love of God; pray that they will receive all the necessary support to continue in this ministry. Pray that the children will understand practically His love and come to know Jesus personally and to receive physical and emotional healing. Pray for safety for the missionaries, staff and also every child (for physical and spiritual protection and growth). Philip and Lynette Lim Pray that PZWC leaders continue to seek God s wisdom and guidance in running the welfare centre, and that God will establish the work of their hands to impact the local community. Praise the Lord that all modules for the Toolkit for Luke 10 have been translated. Pray for the editors (English and Chinese) and IT professionals who can help to edit; that they will publish and distribute the materials in an appropriate manner; that these may be used as resources by trainers/leaders and churches in their implementation of missions. Thank the Lord that XL is recovering from depression and is working for a teacher in the business. Pray for XQ and XL to build a successful business that can help them be self-sustaining and be good witnesses, sharing God s blessings with others. Pray for baby JE to grow healthily and to know Jesus. Pray for the hospitality team to plan and strategise well to achieve the global mission of seeing vibrant communities of Jesus followers among the least reached. Pray that they may find the people for curriculum development and/or to serve as trainers. Pray that their younger son may be granted permanent residences so that he can be with his wife in Australia. Pray for good health for the family and for Lynette s father; and for their two sons and their partners to walk in His steps. Ian and Madeleine Chng Thanksgiving for a time of rest and refreshment during our Home Assignment from January till end March. Pray for good health as Ian just recovered from a bout of flu and vertigo. Pray for guidance of the Holy Spirit as Ian prepares the closing message to encourage our field colleagues during the Winter Conference in Chiang Mai on 13 February. For good physical, emotional and spiritual health and a disciplined walk with the Lord. Ardi Abednego and Pauline Chew Thanksgiving: Rich encounter with God throughout the Discipleship Training School (DTS) weeks and great growth in the students spirituality. Ardi s strength and sustenance despite the hectic schedule. Baby Bella is growing healthy and strong. Pauline is adapting well to motherhood, learning to balance ministry with caring for the baby. Prayer: Continual sustenance of God s strength and provision; Ardi and Pauline s to be healthy as ministry time gets more intense. Good progress in building relationship with DTS students and the Tamar ladies. Continual unity and love within DTS staff team.

37 37 Yvonne Choo Yvonne and her students went for a camp in Malaysia. Pray for the impact of the camp and spiritual renewal; and continuation of their commitment to the Lord. Yvonne will be experiencing some changes in her area of work in the coming months. Pray for her ability to adjust and for clarity regarding her assignment. Pray that her dad s cancer condition will be stable after the latest chemotherapy treatments. Alice Prayer: Pray for growing integrity, uprightness, holiness and unity among the leaders. The co-workers to love the Lord dearly and to serve Him sincerely. The Lord to control and direct ministry plans and the ministry for the year. The Lord to direct and anoint the spiritual formation ministry and touch lives of participants as Alice teaches, conducts retreats and leads small groups. God s protection, strength, peace, joy and good health. Couple in EAP Thankful to God for continued ministry opportunities. Pray for protection and safety at all times so the work may continue. Pray for good health and peace, especially during this cold winter season. Cindy Kua (on leave) Pray for Cindy to have continual joy, patience and perseverance in caring for her mother. God s mercy upon her mother that she may remain mobile; for her dementia to stabilise and not deteriorate too fast. Good health and God s protection upon family members. Quality time with the Lord. Daryl Tay Pray for the outreach projects; for the children and villagers to come for these programmes; that they will see the love of Christ and will choose to turn to Him. Good synergy amongst the staff team, wisdom to coordinate and lead, and for the outreach projects to run smoothly. Good health amongst the staff and their children. The weather has been changing between dry hot spells and rain, causing many to fall sick. Joyce Ho Thanksgiving for Joyce s mom s recovery from her bouts of pneumonia. The weekly physio-therapy sessions have helped her regain strength in her legs. Thank the Lord for helping Joyce to complete the classroom modules for the TESOL diploma course. Pray for the two groups of ladies whom Joyce is facilitating in the Significant Woman Course. Wisdom and creativity as Joyce prepares for the course practicum. God s direction for the next season of ministry. Jolyn Ng Intimacy with God and continual transformation, that Jolyn can be a blessing to others Jolyn s grandfather s health and salvation; that God will send Hokkienspeaking Christians to share Christ with him while he fights cancer. Pray for an open heart that he may respond to Jesus. Salvation of family members, relatives and extended family. Gerhardine Foo Thank God that Gerhardine s husband s life was spared after a road accident. Jonathan is now recovering. Pray for continual healing of Jonathan s injuries. Time management for studies. Placement in this final year. Clarity on future direction. Salvation of family members, especially for her mother. Christian love, wisdom and humility in relating to her family. Reginald Chan Thank God for His grace and sustenance through another semester. Pray for good health and God s protection for all at home. Pray for perseverance, discipline and wisdom to manage commitments at home, studies and ministry in the New Year. Eric Chiam Thank God for providing a flat. Please pray for a smooth acquisition process in the coming months. Thank God for a meaningful December with friends and family. Please pray that this final semester at college will be spent in learning well, and also being a good member of the community. Alvena Khoo Thank God for a good semester break and for another new semester, as well as the precious opportunity to learn. Pray for a heart that is always steadfast for Him. Pray for good health, protection and salvation for family members. Pray for God s guidance and leading for future ministry. Pray for perseverance in the final semester. Missions

38 38 Jonathan Kong Strength and wisdom in studies and for God to direct him as he interacts with fellow students and professors. God to continue to clarify His direction for Jonathan s future. Godly witness among friends and family, being able to bring them to Christ through his personal witness. Protection and safety for his family and loved ones. André and Cathy De Winne Pray for André and Cathy s health, for the Lord to protect them in the long winter. Also for healing of Cathy s painful right shoulder. Ask the Lord for inspiration and wisdom in planning catechism and youth ministry for the Munster Church. For God s blessing on a few small groups that are starting to meet, and for wisdom on how to best help them with appropriate resources in French. Nong Bua Lam Phu Methodist Church (NBLPMC) Thank God for Ms Mon of Nong Bua Lam Phu who has expressed desire to serve the Lord in full-time Christian ministry. As she avails herself to be discipled by Ps Roong, may the Lord grant her teachable and humble spirit before she proceeds to receive formal training. May her life display the love of Christ in ways that her family members will experience His love too. Ask God to use Mon mightily as she reaches out to the children and youths in the villages. Go Forth Conference (21-23 Jun) Thank God for our nation and her leaders, that we as believers can have the freedom to hold this Conference. The Organisers to have clarity and unity of goal and purpose for the Conference. The speakers to be anointed by the Holy Spirit; for each message to instil and strengthen us as faithful people of the Great Commission. That in our service to the nations, we are ever so careful to give God the glory and praise. That we may be a blessing to our nation and to others. X 平 安

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40 40 Coming up this week Feb April 2017 Mon 12 Feb 6.30pm 133rd Anniversary Combined Choir Rehearsal Sanctuary 7.30pm D&N - CDCM NT Survey plaza Hall d&n - DISCIPLE 1 _Philip Oh, Cecilia Chow, Peter Goh BR 1 d&n - DISCIPLE 1 _Timothy Chan, Joel, Maureen, Ryan BR 2 d&n - DISCIPLE 2_Audie Lim & Bernice L2 Hall d&n - DISCIPLE 2_Jacob Goh, Catherine Ong BR 3 d&n - DISCIPLE 3_Harold Koh YWCA 810 d&n - DISCIPLE 4_Sonny Chuah, Sai Min Chow YWCA 804 Inclusion Awareness Meeting (Video Screening) Conf Rm Lay Counsellors Supervision Group 1 YWCA 802 Lay Counsellors Supervision Group 2 YWCA 814 Lay Counsellors Supervision Group 3 YWCA 821 Lay Counsellors Supervision Group 4 YWCA 818 SG - Eden rm 202 SG - Jubilee rm 206 SG - Salt & Light rm 310 Tue 13 Feb 11.00am WSCS Tuesday Fellowship Meeting L3 Hall 2.00pm D&N - DISCIPLE 2_Audie Lim & Bernice YWCA pm Pre-LCEC Prayer Meeting plaza Prayer Rm 6.30pm PM Connect Fellowship YWCA pm MHI Sign Language Course 1/2018 L2 Hall p&p MM Band Practice Wesley Hall SG - (OMG) Our Mighty God YWCA pm Basic Counselling Course L3 Hall d&n - Precept-Upon-Precept (Julie Wong) BR 1 d&n - Word Alive! by Dr Philip Pillai BR 3 LCEC Meeting plaza Hall SG - DISCIPLES YWCA 824 SG - HRP_MSG rm 305 Wed 14 Feb 10.00am WSCS Bible Study by Mrs Gloria Lee Rm 205 WSF Harmonica Class BR pm WSF Ukulele Jam BR pm MHI Cambodia Outreach Overseas Planning YWCA 806 MHI Committee Meeting rm 207 MM Prayer Meeting BR 3 rhythm Of Praise Practice Wesley Hall SG - CrossTalk YWCA pm SG - God s Dunamis YWCA pm Afterwork Zumba (One) plaza Hall Thu 15 Feb Lunar New Year Eve Fri 16 Feb Lunar New Year Church Office Closed Sat 17 Feb Lunar New Year Church Office Closed A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. By this everyone will know that you are My disciples, if you love one another. John 13:34-35 (NIV) All events are correct at time of printing