This Week in PLMC

11th SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST

- 16 August 2020 -

9AM
Retaliation Or Resolution

1 Corinthians 13:5a

Rev Vincent Goh

SERMON LIBRARY

11.15AM
Love Is & Is Not, 爱的是与否

1 Corinthians; 哥林多前书 13:4-7, 13

Pastor Don Wong, 黄循彦牧师

活石快讯 (Mandarin)

10.45AM / 1.30PM

Continue 'Church-at-Home'
with the little ones.

SILVER BOXES ONLINE

Announcement Highlights

Care Hub (English & Chinese)

Care Hub is formed to support and journey alongside our members / worshippers whose lives and livelihoods have been affected by this crisis. The end goal of Care Hub is pastoral care, for someone to journey with them and remind them they are beloved of God and to find strength in God to face the challenges.

As each individual has different needs, Care Hub serves as a one-stop helpline where an individual can obtain support in the church in various areas. If you have been affected by this crisis, Care Hub is here to support you.
English version.: https://carehub.plmc.org
Chinese version.: http://mscarehub.plmc.org

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Do I need to be a worshipper at PLMC to obtain help for Care Hub?

As long as you have been worshipping with us, either on-site or online, you are welcome to obtain help from Care Hub. We seek to journey with you as a family of faith during, and beyond, the COVID-19 period.

2. Is it compulsory for a Care Befriender to journey with me?

Yes, it is. We are not designed to journey alone. The church is the Body of Christ and each of us is a part of the body. Having a Care Befriender in this journey is to experience the community and interdependence of our Triune God. God is never alone; we need others too.

3. How long will the Care Befriender journey with me?

Each person has a different journey. Each journey is unique. In general, the Care Befriender will journey with you 3 – 6 months. Let these be a meaningful journey of deepening in God through the company of another.

4. Can I request for pastor to be my spiritual mentor/counsellor?

Yes, you can make the request, but we are all called to be a priesthood of believers hence most likely a mature believer will be assigned to journey with you. Trust that it is God’s hand that has led you thus far, and He will ensure that you are mentored or counselled by the right person with the necessary spiritual gifts for you.

5. I am not affected by COVID-19 but I need someone to talk to. Do I send my request through Care Hub?

No, Care Hub specifically caters to those who have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic and its ramifications. Please contact the relevant ministry that caters to your need directly. Contact details can be found at the end of this site, under ‘Our Ministries’.

Jobs Portal for Employers

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

The information collated will be shared with various churches, helping members and worshippers who are seeking employment to do so. Please note that all job entries will have a validity of 30 days, and will thereafter be removed from the database.

Online KAIROS course begins in September via ZOOM!

Tuesday Nights; 15, 22, 29 Sep; 6, 13, 20, 27 Oct; 3, 10 Nov | 7.30pm–9.30pm & Saturday; 14 Nov | 9.30am to 12noon
$50 (includes Kairos Course book and other reading material)

For enquiries, email daphne@plmc.org

KAIROS is a course that helps transform our worldview so that the believer understands God’s purpose for every cultural group in the world, including those that still have few or no churches. The course clearly demonstrates God’s love for the peoples of the world and our call to be a blessing to them.

KAIROS is a ten-session course that utilises a variety of learning methods including group discussions, short lecture introduction, devotions, video teaching and student participation in specially designed activities. It covers the biblical, historical, strategic and cultural areas of mission concern.

Download Reading Plan

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R.O.A.D. Through Numbers Reading Plan

We continue our journey through the Bible with a new book – Numbers – on Monday 17 August 2020. Over the next 7 weeks, we will hear what God is saying to us individually using ROAD – Read God’s word; Observe what He is telling you; Apply it to your life or situation; Do what is necessary to carry out God’s instruction for you.

Download the R.O.A.D. Through NUMBERS Reading Plan at https://bit.ly/ENNumbers

Baptism Classes

Adult/Youth Baptism & Membership Class

If you desire to be baptized, confirmed &/or transferred as a PLMC member, please download and submit the Baptism and Membership form to Andy at andy@plmc.org. Your completed application form should reach us by 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)

Infant & Child Baptism Class

If you desire to have your child/children be baptized, 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 baptized or attending the present BMC.

Infant Baptism Service: Sunday, 20 Dec 2020

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

Ministries Online

Silver Boxes Parents’ Portal

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.

Other Announcements

The Church Office is still CLOSED for now

To stand in solidarity with the government’s efforts to prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus, the church office will remain closed in Phase 2 of the re-opening after the Circuit Breaker until further notice. Worship services and activities like teaching classes, cell meetings, spiritual direction, counselling, and social, worship or prayer gatherings are still prohibited onsite, but are encouraged to continue online. We will continue to monitor the advisories from the government and will update you through PLMC Updates when there are any changes. In the meantime, please look out for the various online offerings by the various ministries here in PLMC TODAY.

Methodist Message Online (August Issue)

Methodist Message continues to bring to you important MCS updates and thought-provoking editorial pieces. The August 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!

Tithes & Offerings

PayNow or PayLah to UEN S87CC0520L
Bank Transfer to DBS BANK LTD 023-905121-9
Under Reference No. enter
- S9 for English Service
- MS11 for Mandarin Service

Submission of Electronic Pledge Card

If you have not submitted your electronic pledge card as a very important aspect of our Worship to the Lord, please do so at this link http://bit.ly/ENPledgecard20

Prayer Focus: Missions

SOUTH EAST ASIA
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Boonchiaw

Pray for Boonchiaw as he plans his move from Chonburi to Bueng Kan.

Pray for divine favour to make right connections with the locals as they prepare to host house churches at Loei and Skonarkrn.

KG & C

Pray for Peggy, one of KG & C’s Bible Study group members, who passed on suddenly due to Covid-19. Pray for comfort, strength and peace as they grieve over the loss.

The fathers’ group continues to meet every Wednesday at 7am, Singapore time. Pray for God’s fire to fall on the group as they wait on Him, so that each man will be transformed and reconciliation seen in their families (Malachi 4:5, 6).
Please keep B & L and their parents in prayer, for good health and providence.

EAST ASIA
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SKI

Pray for wisdom and clarity upon SKI as she teaches and guides her students’ thesis, and also for the reopening of the university.

Eve

Pray for protection over Eve’s body, mind and heart as she settles back in Singapore after serving her SHN. To be still and stay close to God.

Songs

Pray for the Songs to stay healthy and to remember to rest.
Pray for wise time management for NW-TAN workers as they balance various responsibilities e.g. ministry, family, theological studies etc.

CENTRAL ASIA
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Zahra

Pray for God’s hand to be upon Zahra and her husband as they make plans to fly back on 2nd September (flight was rescheduled).
Pray for the new teachers to have their visa approved so that they can enter the country.
Pray for a smooth start for the new school term of home-based learning.

PARA-CHURCH WORKERS
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Fellowship of Evangelical Students – Siah May Lan

Pray for strength and God’s grace upon May Lan, to be able to cope as the main caregiver for her husband, and good health for May Lan’s mother.
Pray for good recruitment at the FES Morph missions training program (held end September), and for the overseas exposure trips during May-June 2021, to be made possible.

Navigators Singapore – Roger Yeo

Pray for Roger and Pearlyn, for creativity and the ability to engage those in the technological sector.
Pray for patience and strength as they bring up their children.
Pray for faithful volunteers who are willing to give themselves to the advancing of the gospel through technology (2 Tim 2:2).

Wycliffe Singapore – Grace Tan

Praise God that Grace has completed her course. Pray for Grace as she catches up with her assignments, and for alternative opportunities for projects as visits and practicums are not possible during this period.

YWAM Singapore – Beatrice Wee

Pray for Beatrice, for wisdom in making decisions and discernment to seek God in this season of ministry, for healing of her neck injury, as well as a refreshment and renewal in spirit in tired times.

Care & Healing

Pastoral Care

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.

PLMC Inner Healing Ministry

PLMC Inner Healing Ministry continues online on second and fourth Tuesdays of the month at 7.30pm. Email requests to plihm@plmc.org

Need A Helping Hand To Get By Covid-19?

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

Job Opportunities

Toa Payoh Chinese Methodist Church has a vacancy for the position of Youth Ministry Staff.
More details at TPCMS's facebook link
There are vacancies for various positions at Covenant Community Methodist Church. Please go to this link for details https://www.ccmc.org.sg/ccmc-job-opportunities.