- 18 October 2020 -
Bishop Dr Chong Chin Chung, 张振忠会督(博士)
Laity Month
The Methodist Church in Singapore usually observes Laity Sunday on the second Sunday in October. As we here at PLMC have many lay ministries for you to serve in, we are observing Laity Month instead. This year, we are taking it online. Each week, a few ministries will be featured on PLMC TODAY to showcase what they do, and where you can participate in. Here is the schedule of ministries that will be featured, so that you can look forward to:
4 Oct - Silver Boxes; Sonshine Kids; Youth
11 Oct - Worship & Music; Creative Expressions; Discipleship & Nurture
25 Oct - Missions; Filipino Service; Outreach
This week, we feature the GYM; Men's Ministry; WSCS; Young Adults
These ministries are looking for people who have been called to serve, so click here to see how you can!
Infant & Child Baptism Class (Closing 25 Oct)
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.
Pastoral Care
We praise and thank God that the daily infections of COVID-19 have been coming down in our nation. Never-the-less, we understand that there are some of us who are not coping as well as others, and there may 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.
Art & Christian Worship
*Thu & Fri, 19-20 Nov 2020 | 9.30am–5pm; Sat 21 Nov 2020 | 9.30am – 3pm (Registration Full) *All the places are taken and we’re looking into the possibility of organizing a second one in 17-19 Dec 2020.
If you’re interested to join the session in December, please register at https://bit.ly/3mr5m75 by 30 Oct.
Fee: $88.75/pax (This is open only to members 40 years old and above. Fee claimable through SkillsFuture Fund. Payment on first day of workshop. Fee includes materials, starter kit, lunch and tea break.)
Capacity: 12 pax
Venue: 130 Neil Road S(088859) (https://rb.gy/42besg)
Facilitators: Mr Low Kwang Meng / Mr Terry Low
Walk into an early church building in Turkey or catacomb in Rome, you will see drawings and paintings on the walls. Art has always been a major part of Christian worship and it has tremendous formative power on the worshippers. This 3-day workshop organised by our Discipleship & Nurture Ministry explores the formative power of Art in Christian worship and its role in Christian witness in different cultures and faith. You will also learn to sketch and paint in the 3 days so that you can incorporate Art into your worship and witness. Besides lectures on the formative power of Art and its role in Christian witness, you could also learn different pencil sketching techniques, water colour painting techniques, and acrylic painting.
If you are interested to learn how Christians use Art for worship and witness, and to learn a new skill at the same time, you should not miss this opportunity. Join us and discover what you can do with our God-given creativity. For more information, email Kwang Meng at kwangmeng@plmc.org
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.
CONVERSATIONS - click to view video
CONVERSATIONS is an opportunity for our pastors and leaders to have a conversation with you on matters concerning the church, the nation, and you.
We begin this conversation with our Pastor-in-charge who shares with you about Laity Month happening in our church in October. He also address enquires on on-site services and when we can go back to church.
Please click on the video image to hear from Ps Shih Ming.
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MS11 for Mandarin Service
South East Asia
Boonchiaw
1) Pray for divine wisdom and favour on Boonchiaw and his team as they travel to Chiang Mai and then to another small town to facilitate ILI at a Lahu tribal church
2) Pray for Boonchiaw wisdom as he meets other partners to plan for future work.
KG & C
1) Praise God for the opportunities to connect with families and friends. Pray for good relationships and Holy Spirit’s leading to share the Gospel to new foreign friends KG & C have made.
2) Pray for a student’s mother who was involved in an accident and had undergone 4 surgeries that she may recover speedily. Pray for her salvation.
3) Pray for Thailand to open its borders and visa applications, so that KG & C can return soon.
BL
1) Pray for God to raise up leaders and workers from amongst the people B & L have been training, mentoring and facilitating to take ownership of the work so that they can hand over the ministry responsibilities in 10 years time.
2) Pray for God’s financial provision to keep the TESOL programme viable.
3) Pray for protection from the enemy’s attacks through sickness and accidents.
East Asia
SKI
1) Pray for SKI’s journey back to the field; for safety and smooth procedures.
2) Pray for SKI to be able to lease a new apartment to move in quickly.
3) Pray for wisdom to know what is next.
Eve
1) Pray for Eve as she persists in seeking God’s will and timing.
2) Pray for Eve to be a good minister of His Love to all those she is spending her time with.
Songs
1) Praise God for His protection, provision and providence. Pray for wisdom in the many decisions the Songs have to make for the work and their co-workers.
2) Praise the Lord the TAN-NW families are all safe and healthy. Pray for God to protect the children’s mind from non-Biblical education and influences.
Central Asia
Zahra
1) Praise God for safety and established shelter in the city. Pray for continued adjustment and transition into school, 5 days a week.
2) Pray for Zahra’s continued language learning and opportunities for relationship building with friends.
3) Pray for growing intimacy with God.
Para-Church Workers
Fellowship of Evangelical Students – Siah May Lan
1) Pray for healing and wisdom in the treatment for May Lan’s mother’s stomach cancer tumour and alternative caregiving options for her father.
2) Pray for good recruitment at the FES Morph missions training program by mid-October, and the overseas exposure trips to be held possibly by next May-July 2021.
Navigators Singapore – Roger Yeo
1) Pray for Roger and Pearlyn, for creativity and the ability to engage techies in their outreach ministries during this new normal season.
2) Pray for patience and strength even as they bring up their children.
3) Pray for faithful men who are willing to give themselves to the advancing of the gospel through technology (2 Tim 2:2). And pray for fruit as they continue to use various outreach platforms to engage pre-believers with the gospel. John 15:16
Wycliffe Singapore – Grace Tan
1) Grace is part of a team starting up a Bible storytelling project for Chinese dialects in Singapore. Pray that this project will take off and bless many people.
2) Continue to pray for Grace’s sister - the doors seem to be opening for her to move from Wales back to England. Pray that the Lord will restore her health and energy and open the way for her and her family.
3) Continue to pray that Grace can catch up with her academic assignments and exegetical checking.
Jobs Portal for Employers (with Jobs Listings)
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
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’.
PLMC Inner Healing Ministry
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
Need A Helping Hand To Get By Covid-19?
Find available grants, funds and packages for individuals at https://www.supportgowhere.gov.sg/
Methodist Message Online (October Issue)
Methodist Message continues to bring to you important MCS updates and thought-provoking editorial pieces. The October 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!
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 Yi Li of CFSC at 6282 8558.
Dining table
Cupboard
Sofa
Drawers
2nd-hand handphone
Television
TV console
Wardrobe
Washing machine (top load)
Bicycle (adult)
MWS Covenant Family Service Centre would like to thank the church for your generous donations to meet the needs of our beneficiaries. God bless!
Our congratulations to: Mr Troy Han & Ms Lin Xin who were united in Holy Matrimony on 10 October 2020.
Our congratulations to: Mr Casper Caleb Lim and Mdm Lianne Chia on the birth of their son Evan Hebron Lim Gao Yi on 10 October 2020 .
We're looking for suitable candidates to fill these positions:
Executive Assistant (Service Coordinator)
Job Responsibilities include:
Providing administrative support to the pastors and directors for the effective running of the ministries.
Coordinating the smooth running of service rehearsals and the worship services.
Preparing and disseminating the Service Order to all relevant team members (Worship Teams, Audio & Media Teams, Communications Team and Pastoral Team)
Ensuring timely, clear communications and coordination with the scheduled Worship/Audio/Media teams – for rehearsals and services call times.
Coordinating logistics for ministry events, and provide administrative support including but not limited to consolidating attendance, printing materials, ordering event supplies, and room bookings etc.
Job Requirements:
Pleasant disposition, resourceful, good organisational skills, able to work independently
Strong communication and interpersonal skills and a team player
Proficient with “MS Office” applications, and capable to learn & use new software
Willing to work on Sundays
Experience in service/events coordinating in a church setting would be an advantage
Preferably bilingual (written/oral) in Chinese and English
If you are interested, please send in your full resume with expected salary & recent photograph to recruit@plmc.org
We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Director of Missions
Director/Executive - Outreach Ministry
Executive - Corporate Communications
Ministry Executive - Mandarin Service
For more information on the job opportunities available, please visit our website at https://plmc.org/about/join-us/
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Pastor-In-Charge
Rev Dr Kow Shih Ming
Email: smkow@plmc.org
Pastor
Bishop Emeritus Dr Wee Boon Hup
Email: weebh@plmc.org
Pastor
Rev Vincent Goh
Email: vincentgoh@plmc.org
Pastor
Rev Christopher Chin
Email: chris@plmc.org
Assistant Pastor
Rev Jacob Lim
Email: jacoblim@plmc.org
Assistant Pastor
Pastor Alex Chew
Email: alexchew@plmc.org
Administration
Ms Angelina Chew
Email: admin@plmc.org
Cell Group
Mr Jeffrey Khaw
Email: cellministry@plmc.org
Children’s Ministry (Silver Boxes)
Ms Carolyn Lee
Email: children@plmc.org
Communications
Ms Amy Cheong
Email: communications@plmc.org
Counselling
Mrs Florence Lim
Email: counselling@plmc.org
Creative Expressions
Mr Paul Seow
Email: paul@plmc.org
Discipleship & Nurture
Mr Low Kwang Meng
Email: nurture@plmc.org
Family Life Ministry
Bishop Emeritus Dr Wee Boon Hup
Email: weebh@plmc.org
Filipino Service
Ms Daphne Thong
Email: filipino@plmc.org
Finance
Ms Jessamyn Tian
Email: admin@plmc.org
Human Resources
Ms Rebecca Goh
Email: recruit@plmc.org
Mandarin Service
Mrs Judith Chua
Email: livingstones@plmc.org
Ministry To The Visually Impaired
Mr Ng Choon Hwee
Email: mvi@plmc.org
Missions
Rev Vincent Goh
Email: missions@plmc.org
Operations
Mr Lee Choon Wee
Email: leechoonwee@plmc.org
Outreach
Rev Jacob Lim
Email: outreach@plmc.org
Pastoral Care & Spiritual Formation
Ms Teo Soo Hoong
Email: pastoralcare@plmc.org
Prayer
Rev Christopher Chin
Email: prayernet@plmc.org
Testimonies
Email: testimonies@plmc.org
Worship & Music
Mrs Susanna Kam
Email: worship@plmc.org
Youth Ministry
Pastor Alex Chew
Email: youth@plmc.org
Young Adults Ministry
Pastor Alex Chew
Email: youngadults@plmc.org