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1 infocus Sunday, 15 Jul th Sunday after Pentecost THIS WEEK S SERVICES TODAY, 15 JUL 7.30am Peranakan Service Speaker: Nyonya Phebe Kodrat Sermon Title: Percaya Dan Setia Scripture Lesson: Nehemia 13 9am & 11.15am Sanctuary & Celebration Services Speaker: Rev Christopher Chin Sermon Title: Privileges Of Prayer Scripture Lesson: Esther 4:1-16 9am & 11.15am Mandarin Services Speaker: Rev Dr Emily Tan Sermon Title: It All Begins With Family Scripture Lesson: Nehemiah pm Filipino Service Speaker: Rev Rey Solano Sermon Title: Bezer - A Haven In The Wilderness Scripture Lesson: Deuteronomy 4:43 9am Youth Service Speaker: Bishop Emeritus Dr Wee Boon Hup Sermon Title: The Holy Spirit: Who He Is Scripture Lesson: John 14:15-17 A FAMILY BLESSED TO BLESS THE COMMUNITY AND THE NATIONS Address: 5 Boundary Road S(549954) Tel: communications@plmc.org Website: Facebook: PayaLebarMethodistChurch Instagram: PLMC_SG Page 1

2 happenings SAT, 21 JUL 4.00pm - Peranakan Fellowship (Jerusalem Room) SUN-SAT, JUL 8.00pm - 40 Day 2018: Solemn Assemblies (Covenant Chapel) Bereavement Our condolences to the families of the late: Mr Lee Keok Seng Mdm Quek Siew Tiang Floral Offering In loving memory of: Mr Sum Kong Yin Dr Ling Sing Yew Moving of Peranakan Service Venue With effect from TODAY, 15 Jul, the Peranakan Service will be held at the Jordan Hall. The service time will remain the same at 7.30am. Other services timings and locations will remain unaffected. Cell Groups If you wish to be involved in a vibrant community of believers - sharing life experiences, encouraging one another, developing deep fellowship with others, praying and being prayed for, worshipping and studying God s Word - join a cell group TODAY! For more information, cellministry@plmc.org. PLMC Inner Healing Ministry An inner healing and deliverance ministry (which uses Sozo tools) that helps you enhance your personal connection with God, empowering you to fulfil your Godgiven purpose. For appointments or enquiries, plihm@plmc.org or call Counselling Services Are you feeling overwhelmed and stressed with struggles in your life and need someone to share with? You can contact our trained counsellors for an appointment at pastoralcare@plmc.org or The Manger (Cry Room) The Manger is located at Level 3 of the Sanctuary and is strictly reserved for families with children below the age of 3 years. Children 3 to 12 years old are strongly encouraged to attend Silver Boxes*, our children s programme at Level 1 of the Sanctuary. We also have Shiny Tots ministry* at 9.30am and at 12pm if your child is between the ages of 12 months to 30 months. If you or your child is unwell, please refrain from using The Manger as the germs can spread easily. *Sessions not avaliable on first Sunday of each month. Page 2

3 COMMUNITY BIBLE EXPERIENCE (CBE) Read The New Testament Like Never Before! READ BIG...READ REAL... READ TOGETHER As an expression of the WORD component of PLMC s DNA of SPIRIT- WORD-COMMUNITY, we enter into the adventure of reading the whole of the New Testament together as a church family. Frequently Asked Questions Qn 1. I am already doing a bible study. How is CBE useful to me? Ans. What Community Bible Experience offers is an excellent opportunity for anyone at any stage of their journey to engage with the full picture of God s story! This provides a great foundation and context for more detailed study of chapter and verse. It also helps develop a love for God s word and his people. After all, whenever we study a book the first thing we do is read it all of it before digging down into the detail of key messages and characters. Qn 2. Why can t we use our own bibles? Why do we need to use The Books of the Bible: New Testament? Ans. It is designed to feel more like reading the original text. You will be amazed by the things you will notice with these simple changes (i.e. Bibles that have the verse and chapter numbers removed). You will notice stories and passages that you have never noticed before and gain a greater appreciation for God s living word. Qn 3. I am not in a cell group. How do I participate in the CBE? Ans. If you are not in a cell, please register at the booth in the Fellowship Hall TODAY. The small groups will meet on Thursdays, 7.30pm to 9.30pm and on Saturdays, 10am to 12pm, with a choice of the 8-week reading plan or 16-week reading plan. Qn 4. When will the CBE be launched? Ans. We will launch the CBE on Sunday, 5 August 2018 Page 3

4 Congratulations to Rev Dr Lynette Sathiasingam We would like to congratulate Rev Dr Lynette Sathiasingam on being conferred the title of Doctor of Ministry (D.Min) from Asbury Theological Seminary, USA, on 19 May We wish her all of God s blessings as she continues in serving the Lord. 40 Day 2018: Solemn Assemblies The Church in Singapore across denominations have set apart 1 Jul-7 Aug for united prayer from 8 pm to 10 pm. These Solemn Assemblies will occur simultaneously at various venues in the north, east, west, and central parts of Singapore. You are all encouraged to fully participate in these Solemn Assemblies. From Jul, Paya Lebar Methodist Church will be hosting Week 3 of prayer and fasting for the East Zone, as part of the 40-day Solemn Assemblies. Join us tonight and each evening in the Chapel at 8 pm, as we contend for a fresh outpouring of God s Spirit on our land. Encounter God Night Do you hunger for more in your walk with the Lord? If you have a desire for deeper intimacy with God, come for the monthly Encounter God meetings where we desire to build a safe place for us to grow in intimacy through deep worship, prayer and moving in the gifts of the Spirit. Come together with your family and cell group for a precious me to encounter the God of restoration and healing. Date/Time: Thursday, 16 Aug 2018/7.30 pm Venue: Covenant Chapel Page 4 PLMC Church Camp 2019 The next PLMC Church Camp will be held in June Volunteer your service and help shape and organise the camp. The organising committee is looking for volunteers to serve in the following areas: Publicity & Communications Camp Event Announcements / Emcee Prayer & Intercession Organising of Activities & Games Please contact Lee Hon or lee_honleong@hotmail.com for more information. Mandarin Service Senior Oikos Outreach Event This befriending event reaches out to our pre-believing family members or friends who are 65 years old and above. It will feature a health talk in Mandarin - Practical Tips to Maintain Healthy Knees. Other than the health-talk-cumexercise, there will be a sumptuous lunch and sampling of traditional snacks. Other highlights include an angklong performance by the elderly, and games. Please register at the Contact Point by 29 Jul For enquiries, please livingstones@ plmc.org. Date/Time: Saturday, 4 Aug 2018/10am- 1pm Venue : Chapel Cost: $4

5 DISCIPLE 1 Course DISCIPLE 1 Course is a 34-week program of disciplined Bible study aimed at developing disciples of Christ. It covers both the Old and New Testaments with equal time, emphasizing the wholeness of the Bible as the revelation of God. DISCIPLE draws upon insights of scholars, personal Bible reading and study by the participants, and group discussion to aid understanding of the Bible. If you are interested to find out more about the course, sign up for the Introduction Session at the Contact Point. For more information contact Kwang Meng at or to kwangmeng@plmc.org. Sign up by 29 Jul COMMITMENT AND TIME INVOLVED: Three and a half to four hours of independent study each week in preparation for weekly group meetings. Introduction Session: Sunday, 12 Aug 2018 (Compulsory) Time: 2pm-4pm Venue: Jerusalem Room The Parenting Children Course The Parenting Children Course is a 5-session course designed for any parent or care givers of children. Participants get to watch videos and participate in small group discussions facilitated by our church members. Topics include: Building Strong Foundations, Meeting our Children s Needs, Setting Boundaries, Teaching Healthy Relationships, Encouraging Responsibility and Passing on Beliefs and Values. Dates/Time: Fridays; 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31 Aug 2018/7.30pm-9.30pm Venue: Jordan Hall Cost: $6.00 (for manual) Closing Date: 29 Jul 2018 Spiritual Practices for Devotion (2) Come and find out how the spiritual practices of submission, service and simplicity can lead us into freedom from self-centredness, anxious control, false humility and materialism and into grateful joyful living with our Lord. We will look at the biblical understanding of submission, service and simplicity and explore practical ways of living them out in our ordinary everyday life. Please sign up at Contact Point. For more information please contact Soo Hoong at soohoong@plmc.org or call church office at Dates: Saturdays, 4 & 11 Aug 2018 Time: 9am-12.30pm Venue: Haven Cost: $10 per person Closing Date: 22 Jul 2018 Young Adults Ministry Young Adults Retreat 2018 The Young Adults Ministry is organising our annual retreat to Johor Bahru. We have engaged an exciting speaker, Joseph Chean, from YWAM Singapore who will be speaking on Following Jesus in the Urban World. He is a dynamic and passionate speaker who is able to ignite young adults passion and sense of purpose for God in their workplaces and schools as passionate Christians. This year, we will also be going on a food trail and exploring the delicious food in JB. Please contact Emanuel at or emanuel@plmc.org for more information. Dates: Fri-Sun; Aug 2018 Venue: KSL, JB Meeting place/time: PLMC Fellowship hall/9am Dismissal Place/ Time: PLMC Fellowship hall/4pm (rough estimate) Cost: Working adult - $120; Non-Working adult (Students and NSFs) - $60 Registration: YARetreat2018 Closing Date: 29 Jul 2018 Page 5

6 Wise Woman Camp For Single Women The Wise Woman Camp is organized by Forerunner Foundation to teach that through their uniqueness, they can function and become role models. The meaning of a Wise Woman: a woman who applies the Word of God in her daily life. During the Camp, there will be interactive teaching, prayer, and ministry. Dates: Fri-Sun; Jul 2018 Venue: Mapex Centre, 37 Jalan Perminpin, #07-11, Singapore (Across Marymount MRT Station) Cost: $120 Registration: Please call Dewi at MWS CFSC Requests for Support Some of the beneficiaries of MWS Covenant Family Service Centre (CFSC) have requested for the following items. If you would like to donate the items, please contact Rebekah or Gaylin of CFSC at Wardrobe (with sliding doors) Black school shoes (Warrior brand, size ) White school shoes (Warrior brand, size 245) Secondhand laptop (Note: Client has weak social support; having a lap top might help him cope with the loneliness.) Queen-size bed frame Coffee Table Washing Machine Fridge Page 6 GLOWING YEARS MINISTRY (GYM) th GYM Biennial General Meeting Date/Time: TODAY, 15 Jul 2018/2.00pm Venue: Conference Room All are welcome to the BGM (Note: Election of office bearers is held once every 2 years) 2. GYM One Day Melaka Trip Date/Time: Saturday, 21 Jul 2018/6.30am Cost: $68 Venue: PLMC Plaza 3. GYM Singapore Garden Festival 2018 (Gardens by the Bay) Date/Time: Saturday, 28 Jul 2018/8.15am-1pm Venue: PLMC Plaza Cost*: $11 (Adult), $7 (above 60 years) *Cost includes complimentary pass to Flower Dome and 2-way transport 4. GYM Zumba Fitness Dates/Time: Saturdays; 4, 11, 18 & 25 Aug 2018/4.30pm (1hr) Venue: Haven Cost: $25 Trainer: Janice Fong 5. TRAC Senior Ministry s Weekday Prayer Services and Worship Services Dates/Time: Jul-Nov 2018/2.30pm- 4.00pm Venue: Faith Methodist Church (Please pick up a flyer at GYM counter) For more details, refer to the GYM Notice Board opposite the breakfast counter in the Fellowship Hall or contact Henry Goh at or Evelyn Chua at *Please note that registration for courses, talks, workshops, events & activities, Missions trips and any other activites mentioned in this bulletin is strictly on a first-come-first-served basis. Once the maximum number of participants has been reached, the event or activity will be deemed to be full regardless of the closing date originally stated. All information in this bulletin is deemed to be correct as at the date of publication.

7 prayerfocus MISSIONS MEKONG Boonchiaw 1) Pray for journey mercies as Boonchiaw travels regularly to Bueng Kan and Lamphun. KG & C 1) Pray for students who have completed their studies and have returned home. Pray that they will put their trust in God as they seek job openings. EAST ASIA Songs 1) Pray for the Songs transition and adjustment to a new living and working environment as they have been assigned a new role in another East-Asian country. 2) Pray that God will keep the TAN-NW workers safe and secure in Him always. SKI 1) Pray for the leadership of the university to have wisdom to hear from God and to be led by the Holy Spirit. Pray for a likeminded individual to take over the new independent university. 2) Pray for the staff and students to not be affected by the current situation at the university. Eve 1) Pray for Eve to have a refreshed mindset and heart in her partnership with God at school when school reopens. Pray for Eve to have good health and a sustainable rhythm for rest and work. 2) Pray for Eve to have wisdom, patience and love for the sisters-in-christ whom she is walking alongside with in their spiritual growth journey. 3) Pray for the upcoming missions trip in early August by PLMC trippers. Pray (i) for the team to see and experience what God sees and feels for the Japanese, and (ii) for the team to serve all and each other in love and humility. CENTRAL ASIA Zahra 1) Pray for Zahra to have opportunities for language practice, humility and courage for learning, perseverance and good memory. 2) Pray for Zahra to have wisdom on whom to build relationships and spend time with. 3) Pray for Zahra to have continued good relationships with her local family and the new church she will be visiting from the month of July onwards. Page 7