This Week in PLMC
11th SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
40DOB - Week 4
- 8 AUG 2021 -
This Week in PLMC
40DOB - Week 4
- 8 AUG 2021 -
We are studying the latest advisory from the authorities as there are some additional stringent requirements to fulfil in order to have onsite services. We will update via PLMC Updates if there will be onsite services on Sat 14 & Sun 15 August 2021.
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Bless by Serving
John 13: 1- 17
Rev Christopher Chin
Bless By Serving, 服事中的祝福
James 2:14-19; 雅各书2:14-19
Rev Alex Ho, 何进南牧师
Bless by Serving
John 13: 1- 17
Rev Christopher Chin
Bless by Serving
James 2:18b
Mr Justin Hu
Silver Boxes Goes Online
The Children’s Ministry Silver Boxes is also going online and there will not be any onsite programme in Church with immediate effect. Starting Sunday 25 Jul 2021, Silver Boxes will be moving to Zoom every Sunday at 11am (Except every 1st Sunday of the month). Our weekly lessons are still available online at bit.ly/SilverBoxesOnline.
To obtain the Zoom meeting ID and Passcode, please register your child/children at bit.ly/SBConnect-21
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Church Corporate Prayer Meeting
Equipping Parents and Children’s Ministry Leaders
Building Strong Parent Child Connectedness
Youth and Filipino Services Online
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.
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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
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S9 for 9am English Service or S11 for 11.15am English Service
MS9 for 9am Mandarin Service or MS11 for 11.15am Mandarin Service
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.
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.
CORPORATE PRAYER MEETING
(register by 10 Aug, 6pm)
As we enter the third week of 40DOB, pray that we will come together as one big family to seek first the kingdom of God. Pray that members will attend the online corporate prayer meeting on 11 Aug for the purpose of pursuing God’s guidance and direction in one accord. The Prayer Meeting will be on Zoom from 8pm to 9pm. Registration closes 10 Aug, 6pm.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89710187507?pwd=N2ZBTDVGU1lwb3JDQUdrK0FPVDBQdz09
Meeting ID: 897 1018 7507
Passcode: 40DOB
Please register at https://tinyurl.com/40DOB11Aug by 10 Aug, 6pm.
OUTREACH
Praise and Thanksgiving
We praise and thank our Heavenly Father that we have a full assurance and complete confidence that He is in control of everything even though all around us, the situation may seem chaotic and uncertain. We thank God that just as the Spirit of God was hovering over the face of the waters at the beginning of Creation, He still hovers over us today. We can take refuge in the shadow of His wings. And we will invite others to come and shelter with us and be blessed by God’s steadfast love that never ceases.
Friends Of Jesus (FOJ)
1. In this period of Phase 2 (Heightened Alert) restrictions, we are unable to meet with and minister to our homeless and rough sleeper friends. Pray that God will watch over them and protect them from the danger of the Covid-19 virus as well as from unpleasant people who may bully and mock them. Pray that even as they sleep outside of proper homes, that they may find proper shelter from inclement weather.
2. Pray that the restrictions may be relaxed enough after 18 Aug for us to be able to go and minister to our rough sleeper friends again. In this regard, pray also for our government leaders and those in authority, that they will make wise decisions filled with justice, righteousness and grace.
Our Children
Pray for the school-going children in Covenant Kindergarten, Hope Student Care Centre, Anglican Family Centre, and of the families supported by the Covenant Family Service Centre, and who are in our community. These children face the stress of juggling between having to go to school in a Covid-19 situation, of having to study from home, and sometimes of having to study through a Quarantine or Stay-Home-Notice. These children also face the stress of needing to do well academically – from their parents, their peers, and others. Pray that these children will find emotional support from their families, their teachers, and their friends. Pray that God will send righteous and godly people into their lives to help them know that there is a God who loves them very much and who wants them to join Him in His Kingdom.
Cell Groups & Project Safe Place
1. We thank God for prompting and leading our cell groups towards whom He wants them to bless for Project Safe Place. Pray that as the cell groups carry out their Projects, they will find joy as they bring their blessings to the beneficiaries. Pray that God will bless the work of their hands.
2. Pray that God will help all of us to realise that no offering is too small to be a blessing. We pray that He will remind us of how Jesus multiplied the boy’s five loaves and two fish so that there was more than enough to feed more than 5,000 men. We pray that as we offer up our money, our time, our energy, our talents, our gifts, our assets, and anything else that God has blessed us with, that He will also multiply them and make them be more than enough for the beneficiaries.
The recent traumatic incidents in our local schools have shocked the nation, and further highlighted the critical need to better understand and disciple our young. Focus on the Family Singapore is here to support you and Paya Lebar Methodist Church through our family life resources.
Click on the pictures/titles below to be re-directed to the relevant links:
More on addressing grief, shock and trauma for children of different ages:
PARENTING WEBINARS:
Mental & Emotional Resilience
Sat, 4 Sep 2021 | 10 AM - 12 PM
Suicide Prevention & Mental Health
Sat, 9 Oct 2021 | 10 AM - 12 PM
Children sometimes face mental and emotional monsters that they struggle to identify and cope with. Help kids B.O.U.N.C.E. back in times of adversity and build resilience for future challenges at the Mental & Emotional Resilience webinar.
In adolescence, children face periods of emotional turmoil and distress due to biological and physical changes, plus external stresses from school or friends. Be equipped to journey with them and keep hope alive in your teen at the Suicide Prevention & Mental Health webinar.
With support from BlueStar*, you can attend both webinars at a subsidised bundle fee of $50. Tell a friend about the webinars!
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
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 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’.
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
Find available grants, funds and packages for individuals at supportgowhere.gov.sg
Our condolences to the family of the late:
💐 Mr Chin Tong Ching
In memory of the late:
💐 Mdm Elsie Lim Chen Lian
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
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
SAFE MANAGEMENT MEASURES UPDATE - 21 Jul 2021
In the midst of the pandemic darkness, our Lord exhorts us to be the light of the world, so let us shine brighter for Him even as we know He is in control and over the pandemic.
Worship Services Online Only
Due to the increased number of community infections and in support of the heightened Safe Management Measures advised by the authorities, all worship services at Paya Lebar Methodist Church will be online only with immediate effect until further notice. Please join us for the live streaming of the services as follows:
SATURDAY 4.30PM
Youth Service - youth.live.plmc.org
SUNDAY
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 also going online and there will not be any onsite programme in Church with immediate effect. Starting this Sunday 25 Jul 2021, Silver Boxes will be moving to Zoom every Sunday at 11am (Except every 1st Sunday of the month). Our weekly lessons are still available online at bit.ly/SilverBoxesOnline.
To obtain the Zoom meeting ID and Passcode, please register your child/children at bit.ly/SBConnect-21
Pastoral Care
If you require pastoral care, please contact us at 6100 7562. If you require prayer, please email prayernet@plmc.org.
Blessed to Bless
We are a Family Blessed to Bless the Community and the Nations. As we go through the 40 Days of Blessing in these next few weeks of heightened restrictions, let us seek the Lord to enable us to think creatively and out of the box for new ways to bless others.
Stay safe with God.
The Church Office will remain closed until further notice.
Please call 6100 7562 for urgent pastoral assistance.
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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
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
ALL ONSITE SERVICES - SUSPENDED TILL FURTHER NOTICE
ONLINE LIVESTREAMING SERVICES
SATURDAY 4.30PM
Youth Service - youth.live.plmc.org
SUNDAY
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 also going online and there will not be any onsite programme in Church with immediate effect. Starting this Sunday 25 Jul 2021, Silver Boxes will be moving to Zoom every Sunday at 11am (Except every 1st Sunday of the month). Our weekly lessons are still available online at bit.ly/SilverBoxesOnline.