This Week in PLMC
12th SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
40DOB - Week 5
- 15 AUG 2021 -
SUNDAY WORSHIP SERVICES
All our worship services are still online this week.
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Bless by Sowing
Mark 4:1-20
Rev Dr Kow Shih Ming
Bless By Sowing, 撒种中的祝福
ACTS 1:1-11 ; 使徒行传 1:1-11
Mr Chan Choon Seng, 曾俊盛弟兄
Saturday 14 Aug 21, 4.30pm
Bless by Sowing
Acts 1:8
Mr Joshua Heng
Resumption of Onsite Youth Service on 21 Aug 2021:
Please register at the Reservation Portal RESERVATION.PLMC.ORG from Mon, 16 Aug 21, 10.00am to Sat, 6.00pm on a first-come-first-served basis. The reservation process is similar to that of the adult services.
The Children’s Ministry Silver Boxes is online this Sunday, 15 Aug and there will not be any onsite programme in Church. To obtain the Zoom meeting ID and Passcode, please register your child/children at bit.ly/SBConnect-21
Church-At-Home with Silver Boxes!
Resumption of Onsite Silver Boxes on 22 Aug 2021:
Please register at the Reservation Portal RESERVATION.PLMC.ORG from Mon, 16 Aug 21, 10.00am to Sat, 6.00pm on a first-come-first-served basis. The reservation process is similar to that of the adult services.
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PLMC FOCUS
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Resumption of Onsite Services
PLMC Missions Online Prayer Meeting
Courses, Talks & Workshops
PLMC STORIES
Life in PLMC told through the eyes of worshippers and staff. In this issue, we feature a Miraculous Healing and a heart-warming Poem, and a Cell group who Blessed our Migrant Worker Brothers on Father's Day.
CLASSES, TALKS & COURSES
Sign up for classes, talks & courses HERE!
ARE YOU NEW TO PLMC?
If you are a visitor to our online service, please introduce yourself to the hosts on the online chat. We’d love to connect with you!
Kindly fill up this form: bit.ly/Newvisitorsform
Click Here to find out more about PLMC
40 DAYS OF BLESSING
Week 1 Memory Verse:
“I will bless those who bless you, and whoever curses you I will curse; and all peoples on earth will be blessed through you.” Genesis 12:3
Week 2 Memory Verse:
“For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost.” Luke 19:10
Week 3 Memory Verse:
“And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another - and all the more as you see the Day approaching.” Hebrews 10:24-25
Week 4 Memory Verse:
“I will show you my faith by my deeds.” James 2:18b
Week 5 Memory Verse:
“But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.” Acts 1:8
TITHES & OFFERING
HOW TO GIVE
PayNow/PayLah to UEN S87CC0520L or Bank Transfer to DBS BANK LTD 023-000306-6 <New DBS account>
Under Reference No. enter
S9 for 9am English Service or S11 for 11.15am English Service
MS9 for 9am Mandarin Service or MS11 for 11.15am Mandarin Service
BY CHEQUE
Cheque should be crossed and made payable to Paya Lebar Methodist Church and mailed to 5 Boundary Road, Singapore 549954. Please include your FULL NAME, CONTACT NUMBER, EMAIL and MAILING ADDRESS and our DBS Account no: 0230003066 <New DBS account> at the back of the cheque.
PLEDGE SUNDAY
We observed Pledge Sunday on 1 Aug 2021. As we are unable to submit physical pledge cards this year, we have created an electronic pledge card so that we can still observe this very important aspect of our Worship to the Lord.
Please click and read this Budget Letter & submit e-pledge card 2021.
PRAYER FOCUS
PLMC MISSIONS PRAYER MEETING
Come join us in God's global work on Zoom! Hear from Ps Stephen Joseph from GEMS India and our very own PLMC member as they share their experiences in India. And pray for the region and unreached peoples.
Date & Time: 25 August 2021, 7.30 to 9 PM
Register @
CORPORATE PRAYER POINTERS
Our Father, hallowed be your name. (Matthew 6: 9; Psalm 103: 1-5)
Praise God for who He is – sovereign, loving, forgiving, faithful, wise, generous, etc.
Thank God for what He has done for our church for the past 89 years.
Thank God for the events/projects (past and present) that the church could carry out meaningfully, generously and joyfully to glorify His Name.
Thank God for individuals (past and present) whom God has used to strengthen the church’s growth and preserve her purity so that we will continue to shine for Him.
Your kingdom come, your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. (Matthew 6: 10; Acts 1: 8)
Pray that we may have faith and courage to prioritize God’s kingdom work over other earthly pursuits. Pray and ask God how we might live so that Christ will increase, and we decrease.
Pray that our eyes be opened to see where the harvests are. Pray for the demonstration the power of His kingdom in the present, especially during this season of widespread hardship.
Give us this day our daily bread. (Matthew 6: 11; John 16: 24)
Offer a prayer of petition for someone you know or a specific group of people who are in need (e.g., the elderly, physically challenged, cleaners, domestic helpers, hawkers, unemployed, low-income families, etc.).
Pray that more members will be filled with compassion, urgency and courage to act fast as opportunity arises, for the harvest is plentiful but labourers are few.
And forgive us our debts as we also have forgiven our debtors; And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. (Matthew 6: 12-13; Psalm 32: 1-2)
Pray for divine healing and restoration for ourselves, a friend, or a group who is known to have experienced injustice or discrimination.
Pray for protection against temptations for all members (adults, youths, children). Pray that we will recognize deceptions and flee from them.
Pray that we will be grounded in the Word of God to be able to differentiate truths from lies.
CARE & HEAL
PLMC COUNSELLING SERVICE
Are you overwhelmed and stressed out by the COVID 19 pandemic or the recent news around us? Are you feeling anxious, fearful, distressed, helpless, depressed and need someone to share with?
Mental wellness matters and we are here for you. Email us at counselling@plmc.org, and our counsellors will get in touch with you. Your request will be kept confidential.
Alternatively, You can also call the following Helplines:
National Care Hotline 1800-202-6868
Mental Health Helpline 6389-2222
Samaritans of Singapore 1800-221-4444/ 1-767
PASTORAL CARE
With the nation in heightened alert in our fight against the virus, 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 6100 7562
You can send your prayer requests to prayernet@plmc.org.
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 : CAREHUB.PLMC.ORG
Chinese version : 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
COVID-19 FINANCIAL HELP
Find available grants, funds and packages for individuals at supportgowhere.gov.sg
BEREAVEMENT
Our condolences to the family of the late:
💐 Mr Yeo Hui Peng
JOB OPPORTUNITIES
JOIN PLMC STAFF
Head of Finance/Finance Executive
Job Overview
You will lead and be responsible for all the church's financial accounting processes and practices. You will ensure that all financial procedures are fully aligned and complied with the government and the organisation financial regulations and policy. You will be responsible for the full spectrum of the accounting and finance functions of the church. In addition, you will prepare the statutory reports and provide accurate and timely financial reports and statements for the management's review. The Finance Department will also be responsible for the governance and risk management of the church.
Key Responsibilities
Responsible for all financial processes within the church, including budgeting, year-end functions, and financial reports and statements for review by the management
Ensure thorough and timely administration, and sound financial stewardship and clear communication in matters related to all financial aspect
Ensure funds and deposits in the church are adequately tracked and accounted for
Ensure adherence to church governance requirements, and timely and accurate statutory reporting to charities portal
Review the annual insurance policies of the church
Process all payments, ensure they are appropriately approved before timely disbursement
Review monthly and year-end financial statements and verifies banking accuracy
Manage and execute the Finance Committee (FC) financial decisions as directed by the Church Treasurer and the Finance Chairperson
Work with the Church Treasurer, the Finance Chairperson and all budget holders to ensure overall budget parameters are met
Other ad-hoc duties as assigned by the Pastor-In-Charge
Requirements
Degree in Accounting, professional accountancy qualification or equivalent
At least 3 – 5 years relevant experience with financial operations, familiar with ACCPAC
Ability to think strategically and analytically to understand and align the objectives and dynamics of the organisation
Strong leadership and good interpersonal skills
Ability to work effectively with various Ministry Leadership Team, and Committees
Proficient with MS Excel and MS Word
Resourceful and independent worker; ability to multi-task
We invite interested applicants to email detailed resume together with current and expected salary and a recent photograph to recruit@plmc.org
We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Other Positions
Director of Missions
Director of Outreach Ministry
Communications Executive
Ministry Executive - Mandarin Service
For more information on the job opportunities available, please visit our website at plmc.org/about/join-us
TRAC & SISTER METHODIST CHURCHES
Each year more than 21,000 students are enrolled in our Methodist schools. Less than 10% of the 2,400 teachers and non-teaching staff in our Methodist Schools are Methodists. We hope to encourage more Methodists to prayerfully consider teaching as a calling or for those who are considering full-time ministry, they may want like to find out more about being a Christian Ministry Staff (CMS) in our Methodist Schools.
Two videos have been uploaded in the MethodistSG Youtube Channel and the links are provided here.
A Calling to Teach: https://youtu.be/kEEgQP_ABfY
Christian Ministry in Methodist Schools: https://youtu.be/JbS5s75Zu34
Vacancy at Paya Lebar Methodist Girls Secondary School for an Administrative Manager: https://www.moe.gov.sg/careers/non-teaching-careers/administration-manager
Vacancies for the positions at TRAC:
Human Resources Manager
IT Support Executive
Administrative Assistant
TRAC Employment Opportunities (trac-mcs.org.sg)
Vacancies for the positions at Toa Payoh Methodist Church:
Pastoral Staff (Worship & Music / Hospitality Ministry)
Strategic Communications Manager
https://tpmc.org.sg/about-us/join-our-team
Vacancy for the position of Accounts cum Admin Assistant at Methodist Church of the Incarnation
Vacancy for the position of Media Producer at Bukit Panjang Methodist Church, our sister conference (CAC)
https://tinyurl.com/BPMC-JobAdv-Media-Producer
PLMC MATTERS
SAFE MANAGEMENT MEASURES UPDATE - 14 Aug 2021
Onsite services will resume next week starting with the Youth Service on Sat 21 Aug 4.30pm.
On Sunday 22 Aug, the onsite English Service and Silver Boxes will resume at 9am and 11.15am.
The Mandarin and Filipino services will remain online at least until the end of Aug.
Youth Service
Day/Time: Sat, 4.30pm (Starting from 21 Aug)
Onsite Location: Covenant Chapel
Online: Live-streamed on youth.live.plmc.org
Who Can Attend: Those who are fully vaccinated, or have recovered from Covid-19, or have a valid PET
English Services
Day/Time: Sun, 9am & 11,15am (Starting from 22 Aug)
Onsite Location: Sanctuary
Online: Live-streamed on live.plmc.org at 9am only
Who Can Attend: Those who are fully vaccinated, or have recovered from Covid-19, or have a valid PET
Mandarin Service Online Only
Day/Time: Sun, 11.15am
Online: Live-streamed on ms.live.plmc.org at 11.15am only
Who Can Attend: No onsite service; please join us for the online broadcast
Filipino Service Online Only
Day/Time: Sun, 2.00pm
Online: Live-streamed on facebook.com/plmcfs at 2pm only
Who Can Attend: No onsite service; please join us for the online broadcast
Children's Ministry - Silver Boxes
Day/Time: Sun, 9am&11.15am (Starting from 22 Aug)
Onsite Location: Haven, Gabriel Room, Michael Room & Jordan Hall
Who Can Attend: Any child 1 to 12 years old
Please register at reservation.plmc.org from Monday, 16 Aug 2021, 10am.
CHURCH OFFICE
The Church Office will remain closed until further notice.
Please call 6100 7562 for urgent pastoral assistance.
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Our Ministries
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
Rev Joey Chen
Email: joeychen@plmc.org
Administration
Ms Angelina Chew
Email: admin@plmc.org
Cell Group
Mr Justin Hu
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 Meredith Tan
Email: meredith@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
Rev Joey Chen
Email: youth@plmc.org
Young Adults Ministry
Rev Joey Chen
Email: youngadults@plmc.org
Our Worship Services
ONLINE LIVESTREAMING SERVICES THIS WEEK:
SATURDAY, 14 AUG
4.30pm Youth Service - youth.live.plmc.org
SUNDAY, 15 AUG
9.00am English Service - live.plmc.org
11.15am Mandarin Service - ms.live.plmc.org
2.00pm Filipino Service - facebook.com/plmcfs
Silver Boxes Goes Online
The Children’s Ministry Silver Boxes is online this Sunday, 15 Aug and there will not be any onsite programme in Church. To obtain the Zoom meeting ID and Passcode, please register your child/children at bit.ly/SBConnect-21
Our weekly lessons are still available online at bit.ly/SilverBoxesOnline.
RESUMPTION OF ONSITE SERVICES FROM 21 AUG ONWARDS:
Youth Service
Day/Time: Saturday, 4.30pm (Starting from 21 Aug)
Onsite Location: Covenant Chapel
Online: Live-streamed on youth.live.plmc.org
Who Can Attend: Those who are fully vaccinated, or have recovered from Covid-19, or have a valid PET
English Services
Day/Time: Sunday, 9am & 11,15am (Starting from 22 Aug)
Onsite Location: Sanctuary
Online: Live-streamed on live.plmc.org at 9am only
Who Can Attend: Those who are fully vaccinated, or have recovered from Covid-19, or have a valid PET
Mandarin Service Online Only
Day/Time: Sunday, 11.15am
Online: Live-streamed on ms.live.plmc.org at 11.15am only
Who Can Attend: No onsite service; please join us for the online broadcast
Filipino Service Online Only
Day/Time: Sunday, 2.00pm
Online: Live-streamed on facebook.com/plmcfs at 2pm only
Who Can Attend: No onsite service; please join us for the online broadcast
Children's Ministry - Silver Boxes
Day/Time: Sunday, 9am&11.15am (Starting from 22 Aug)
Onsite Location: Haven, Gabriel Room, Michael Room & Jordan Hall
Who Can Attend: Any child 1 to 12 years old
Please register at reservation.plmc.org from Monday, 16 Aug 2021, 10am.