3rd SUNDAY IN KINGDOMTIDE

On 7 September 2020, Rev Dr Gordon Wong, current TRAC President, was elected as the next Bishop of the Methodist Church in Singapore at the 12^th Session of the General Conference. He takes over from Bishop Chong Chin Chung and will be consecrated on 4 December 2020.

We rejoice with Rev Dr Wong and congratulate him on this new appointment. Let us continue to pray for the Holy Spirit’s leading and guiding upon him as he faces new challenges and responsibilities, and we pledge our support and care for him and his office.

The Paya Lebar Methodist Church Bursary aims to help children from low to mid-income families especially those who are affected by COVID-19 pandemic, and is open only to PLMC members and regular worshippers. The application period is between 1 and 30 September 2020.

Please click HERE for the Bursary Application Form. For more information, please email florencesin@plmc.org

If you desire to be baptised, confirmed &/or transferred as a PLMC member, please download the Baptism and Membership form and submit it to Andy at andy@plmc.org. Your completed application form should reach us by
TODAY, 13 Sep 2020 (latest).
Download Adult Baptism Form: bit.ly/Adultbaptism1docx
Download Youth Baptism Form: bit.ly/YouthBMCdocxform

Compulsory

• Attend all the BMC Sessions (via Zoom) on 26 Sep, 3, 24, 31 Oct, 7 & 21 Nov (10am to 12pm).

• Participate in a Ministry Weekend (assigned to attend one on either 10 or 17 Oct 9am-2.30pm).

• Join a PLMC Cell Group.

Combined Baptism Service: Sunday, 29 Nov 2020 (afternoon)
Confirmation Service: Sunday, 13 Dec 2020 (During Worship Services)

If you desire to have your child/children be baptised, please download and submit the Infant Baptism and Membership form to Andy at andy@plmc.org. Your completed application form should reach us by 25 Oct 2020 (latest).

Download Infant Baptism Form: bit.ly/Infantchildbaptism1docx

Compulsory

• Attend the Infant/Child Baptism Class on Mon 9 Nov 7.30-9.30pm. You will be advised on the venue.

• One parent must have already been baptised or attending the present BMC.


Infant Baptism Service: Sunday, 20 Dec 2020 (during Worship Service)

Please contact Andy at andy@plmc.org for further enquiries.

Our Mandarin Service will be celebrating her 20^th Anniversary next Sunday 20 Sep 2020. Praise God for growing a small fellowship group to where she is today! As the ministry enters into a new season, we trust that God will continue to do mighty work in our midst and draw more people to Himself! Join us in celebrating this special milestone on 20 Sep 2020. 11.15am at live.plmc.org.

Have you been wanting to disciple your child at home, but feel clueless about how to start? Check out the Silver Boxes Parents’ Portal website for our very own weekly mid-week discipling packages at www.plmcsilverboxes.wordpress.com. Parent’s Guides and resources included.

Owing to the dangers posed by the infectious disease known as COVID-19 and the safe distancing restrictions in force in Singapore to minimise further spread, and in accordance with the authority vested in the Local Church Executive Committee (“LCEC”) by ¶306A.4 of The Book of Discipline, Notice is hereby given that the Last Local Conference of Paya Lebar Methodist Church has been called by the LCEC to be held wholly by way of electronic means on 22 September 2020 at 7.30pm to transact the following business:

1. Confirmation and Adoption of Minutes of the First Local Conference 2020 held on 28 January 2020

2. Matters Arising from the above Minutes

3. Receive and Adopt the 2019/2020 Reports of Paya Lebar Methodist Church

4. Recommendation for Renewal of Local Preacher’s Licences

5. Any Other Business

Do keep the Last Local Conference and our church leadership in prayer.

Owing to the dangers posed by COVID-19 and the safe distancing restrictions in force in Singapore to minimise further spread, and in accordance with the authority vested in the Local Women’s Society of Christian Service (“Paya Lebar Methodist Church WSCS”) by ¶805A.4 of The Book of Discipline (as enacted by the EOGM for the General Conference – WSCS held on 19 August 2020), notice is hereby given that the AGM of PLMC - WSCS has been called by the Executive Committee to be held wholly by way of electronic means on 19 September 2020 at 2pm to 4pm, to transact the following business:

1. Receive the reports of the Executive Committee Officers

2. To adopt the Audited Treasurer’s Report

3. Election of Office Bearers for the next term – 2020-2022

4. Any Other Business

Registration at: PLMC WSCS 84TH AGM REGISTRATION

The Methodist Church in Singapore (MCS) will be holding its Twelfth Session of the General Conference (GC) from 7–11 September 2020 and 2–4 December 2020 via Zoom.

Items you can pray for:

• Logistics and preparation for online meetings, including all technical details and measures required

• Elections of major office-holders such as the Bishop, and Chairpersons of various Councils that oversee the church's work over the next four years

• Decisions made on behalf of the MCS, such as matters of church law and policy, including amendments to The Book of Discipline, which are debated and discussed before being accepted

• Delivery of reports on work done the last four years and the plans for the coming four years and beyond

• Good health, protection and alertness of the delegates and supporting staff, that the proceedings may be carried out smoothly and thoroughly

Methodist Message continues to bring to you important MCS updates and thought-provoking editorial pieces. The September issue is now out!

If you would like to subscribe to MM online, it is free AND easy to get onboard! Sign up here at https://www.methodist.org.sg/mm-onscreen today!

Prayer for Community

• Pray for the Christmas Outreach planning committees. As we plan for the outreach events for the community and the underprivileged this Christmas, pray for wisdom in planning and creative ways to share the Christmas cheer and message to the community. May our Lord Jesus be pleased with our worship as we work as a family at PLMC to bless those He cares for as we make known His salvation to the community and all the beneficiaries through the demonstration of love and power in all we do.

• Pray for good working relationships with our community agencies and partners, that we can work together to bless the community this Christmas.

Prayer for individuals

• Pray for those who have lost their jobs, that God will open doors of opportunity and great possibilities as they find new employment and or get re-trained to join a new industry.

• Pray for members of PLMC who own businesses. Pray that God will bless and enlarge their businesses. May the hand of God be with each business owner to lead and guide them in His wisdom and may their businesses thrive and prosper this season. May they in turn be a blessing to the community so that many will be able to keep their jobs.

Pray for Outreach Ministry Agencies/Partners

St Luke’s Eldercare Centre

• As we celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival with the elderly at the three St Luke’s Eldercare centres, pray that every individual will come to know how much God loves and longs for each individual to return back to Him. Pray for a personal encounter with our Lord Jesus and that hearts will be open to receiving Him.

Anglican Family Centre and Hope Student Care Centre

• Pray for all our children whom we are reaching out to, especially those who are taking their PSLE. Pray for the ability to apply what’s learned to what’s being tested. Pray for Holy Spirit’s guidance and wisdom as they study for
  the exams.

Thank you for partnering us in prayer!

COVID-19 has brought about an unprecedented economic crisis affecting lives and livelihoods. Yet, in every crisis, there is an opportunity to demonstrate Christian love and unity.
If you are a business owner or working in a company seeking to employ new staff, and wish to advertise the available positions, please fill in the job details of the vacancies in this link: https://bit.ly/JobPostingForm A listing of the available positions can be found here https://bit.ly/JobPostingList

The PLMC Inner Healing Ministry helps individuals get to the root of things that are hindering their personal connection with God. This Ministry continues online every second and fourth Tuesday of the month at 7.30pm. Email requests to plihm@plmc.org

With the nation still facing daily infections of COVID-19, we understand that there will be anxiety, frustration, sadness, anger, helplessness and a whole slew of other emotions. As your pastors, we want you to know that we are here for you.

• You can email us at pastors@plmc.org or call us at 62851234

• Please send your prayer requests to prayernet@plmc.org.

Find available grants, funds and packages for individuals at https://www.supportgowhere.gov.sg/