25 February 2024
2nd Sunday in Lent
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11.15am Onsite only
11.15am Onsite only
Strength for Inner Life
Isaiah 40:31
Onsite @ Sanctuary 9am & 11.15am :
Pastor Dr Philip Lyn
View past English services in Sermon Library
Philip Lyn is the founder and senior pastor of Skyline SIB Church, Malaysia, a vibrant and growing city-church that prioritises discipleship and the workplace. He studied medicine at Oxford and Biblical studies in London. He is both a practicing medical doctor and a pastor and leads a full team of bi-vocational pastors who integrate secular work and church ministry as one calling. He ministers widely in many nations and has released his third book on Christians in the Workplace called “The Invasive Kingdom”. His first two were “Slingshots” and “The Call of Issachar”.
9am Onsite only
9am Onsite only
不可丢弃勇敢的心, Don't Throw Away Your Boldness
希伯来书 Hebrews 10:35, 马可福音 Mark 10:46-52
Onsite @Covenant Chapel 9am & 11.15am
朱雪玲牧师, Ps. Eunice Choo
Jesus : "I AM" - The Good Shepherd
John 10:11,14
Onsite @ Covenant Chapel 2.00pm:
Ps Jingle
The Peranakan Services are held onsite on the first Sunday of each month in Jordan Hall at 7.30am and Holy Communion is celebrated. There is no live streaming for this service.
On the third Sunday of each month, the Peranakan congregation meets at the Jerusalem Room at 9am for the Peranakan-Indonesian Fellowship.
All are welcome!
But God
Ephesians 2:4-6
Onsite @ Covenant Chapel 4.30pm:
Pastor Dr Philip Lyn
Silver Boxes is on every Sunday except for the first Sunday of each month when the children will join the main services for service and Holy Communion.
Children's Ministry - Silver Boxes
Onsite Location: Haven, Gabriel Room, Michael Room & Jordan Hall
Who Can Attend: Any child 1 to 12 years old
NO RESERVATION REQUIRED
I'M NEW! TELL ME MORE ABOUT JESUS!
I'M NEW! TELL ME MORE ABOUT JESUS!
Whether you have made the decision to receive Jesus Christ or want to know more about God, we'd like to journey along with you.
ANNOUNCEMENT HIGHLIGHTS & COURSES
ANNOUNCEMENT HIGHLIGHTS & COURSES
PLMC STORIES
PLMC STORIES
Life in PLMC told through the eyes of worshippers and staff. In this issue, we feature two testimonies from Mdm Sammi Lai and Sister Maribel Belza.
Life in PLMC told through the eyes of worshippers and staff. In this issue, we feature two testimonies from Mdm Sammi Lai and Sister Maribel Belza.
TITHES & OFFERING
TITHES & OFFERING
Pledges/Open Offerings/Second Offerings
HOW TO GIVE
HOW TO GIVE
PayNow/PayLah to UEN S87CC0520L or Bank Transfer to DBS BANK LTD 023-000306-6 <New DBS account>
S9 for 9am English Service or S11 for 11.15am English Service
MS9 for 9.00am Mandarin Service or MS11 for 11.15am Mandarin Service
BY CHEQUE
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.
PRAYER FOCUS
PRAYER FOCUS
CORPORATE PRAYER MEETING
CORPORATE PRAYER MEETING
Join us for a time of prayer and praise on Wed 6 Mar, 8pm in the Sanctuary, for unless the Lord builds the house, the workers labour in vain.
MISSIONS
MISSIONS
SOUTH EAST ASIA
1. BL
Pray for BL good health and God’s protection as they continue to minister to the different communities.
Pray for God’s protection as BL travels and do outreach with the various communities.
Missions Intern
YWAM: Dan & Esther
1. Pray for Dan & Esther:
continuous grace for language and culture learning,
discernment for future work involvements; God’s guidance during their upcoming networking trips,
for their families: health & salvation, and;
pray for their neighbours who they’ve been building trust with.
PARACHURCH WORKERS
1.. Wycliffe Singapore: Grace Tan
Pray for Grace’s brother, Russel, to regain ability to walk and in better general health besides incontinence and gout issues.
Pray for complete healing and good health for Grace’s sister, Jacinta, who has been exhausted lately.
2. Navigators Singapore: Roger Yeo & Pearlyn Pang
Pray for J1, TY, J2, L, M, QG, E, J3, A, S1 and S2, that the light of Christ would shine into their hearts and that they give their lives to Jesus – 2 Thessalonians 3:1.
Pray that Roger, Pearlyn, Kevin, Johan, Kristine, Joel Loh and Joel Tio to grow in faith, hope and love even as they labour together for the gospel; embracing fully the grace that have come for our sakes – Col 1:3-6.
Praise God for His provision for their upcoming event from 6 – 7 April. Pray for the relationships built during the event would result in spiritual conversations and divine appointments for the advance of the gospel.
3. YWAM Singapore: Nicole Lim
Pray for Nicole as she assists in her new role as coordinator and translator for YWAM’s global conference, “YWAM Together” that will be held in Philippines, in September.
Pray for Nicole wisdom as she is prayerfully considering two trips in May and August to East Asia.
4. WEC Singapore: Angel Tan
Pray for Angel and family, good physical, emotional and spiritual health. Pray for Angel’s shoulder and arm that is tingling with pain.
Pray for wisdom, discernment and efficiency in completing all tasks for school and work.
5. YWAM Singapore: Rachel Ong
Pray for continued closer intimacy with God as Rachel grow in prayer and intercession
Pray for wisdom, comfort and peace as Rachel transit into YWAM.
Pray for more opportunities to build and strengthen relationships with the staff
MISSIONS PARTNERS
1. East Asia: TK
Praise God for the 5 stinters who will going to XA to support TK in the campus work. Pray for salvation for the 20 locals that they are sharing the gospel to.
Pray for TK in his visa application, that it will be a smooth process and transition.
Pray for all of TK and family’s needs – spiritually, financially and physically.
2. East Asia: Songs
Praise God for His Presence and Protection over the recent TAN conference. Workers were encouraged and motivated to press on with their calling.
Pray for the Songs wisdom, as they explore ministry opportunities in the NE.
Pray for more workers to join the Songs in the harvest field.
East Asia: Mongolia Living Faith Church
Please pray for church growth in quality and quantity.
Please pray for God's protection and good health over our family members.
Please pray for the monthly mission trips to Umnudelger and Nalaikh. Please pray that church members and leaders can be encouraged by the visits.
3. South Asia: GEMS
Pray for various NGOs like GEMS that strives in the transformation of the society through various social projects.
Pray for the Indian Evangelical Churches (IEC) that is transcending boundaries in reaching the unreached and planting churches.
Pray for St. Paul’s School for its various efforts in producing leaders of equality and justice.
4. South Asia: CCI Bangladesh
Pray for the CCI tentmakers program as they equip themselves for the field.
Pray that new believers will stand firm in faith and to serve the Lord faithfully amid persecution.
5. Central Asia: C&M
Pray for good time of rest and recovery as C&M spend some time at the HQ of their Missions Organisation in USA. Pray as they understand each other’s strengths and weaknesses in their marriage.
Pray for the team, that they will continue to grow in the Lord healthily. And pray for a new location for the office, that has a bigger yard.
Pray for the spiritual, emotional and physical growth of C&M’s sons.
CHURCH CAMP & 2024
CHURCH CAMP & 2024
- Theme: Fires of Revival – Lord Do It Again!
“Will you not revive us again, that you people may rejoice in you? Psalm 85: 6 (NIV)
Pray that the Church Camp Organising Committee will be empowered by the Holy Spirit in their planning so that they may be able to discern and align all activities and programs to the Father’s desire and will for the church.
- Year of Engagement 2024
Pray for every member to catch the vision of reaching our community at Serangoon Central, Lorong Lew Lian and Lorong Ah Soo Communities.
Pray for the individual residents to encounter Jesus Christ and receive Him as their personal Saviour.
Pray for the homeless, poor, needy and elderly staying alone – to experience the love of Jesus Christ through our block blessings and visits.
Pray for PLMC to be a “safe place” to receive all people - as we serve God in reaching the communities for Christ.
- Good Friday & Easter Evangelistic Service 2024
A bountiful harvest of people responding to the Gospel
Residents in the community receptive to the church invitation to the Good Friday and Easter Services
Congregation to have the boldness, courage and urgency to reach out to their circle of influence, relatives and friends – either by befriending, caring and sharing the Gospel to them
- Spiritual Covering over our children and youths
Spiritual covering over their minds and lives so that they may cultivate and possess the spiritual discernment to test the spirits and ideologies and to choose the good and approved will of God.
Parents will commit to disciple their children in the ways of God and through their godly examples.
The church stand as one, to protect these young ones against all worldly influences, spiritual attacks and ungodly ideologies by praying for them, nurturing them in the Word of God and modeling for them what godliness is.
PRAYER REQUESTS
If you have any prayer requests, please email prayernet@plmc.org
TESTIMONIES
TESTIMONIES
Share with us what God has done in and through you at testimonies@plmc.org
CARE & HEAL
CARE & HEAL
PLMC COUNSELLING SERVICE
Are you overwhelmed and stressed out, feeling anxious, fearful, distressed, helpless, or depressed and need someone to share with?
Mental wellness matters and we are here for you. Email us at counselling@plmc.org, and our lay 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
PLMC INNER HEALING MINISTRY
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 onsite every first Friday of the month at 7.30pm. Email requests to plihm@plmc.org
PASTORAL CARE
PASTORAL CARE
If you are experiencing 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 6285 1234
You can send your prayer requests to prayernet@plmc.org.
NEW BIRTH
NEW BIRTH
Our congratulations to:
👶🏻 Mr Caleb Lim and Mdm Lianne Chia on the birth of their son, Jordan Wesley Lim Yu Ji on 17 Feb 2024.
BEREAVEMENT
BEREAVEMENT
Our condolences to the family of the late:
💐 Mdm Mary Han
JOB OPPORTUNITIES
JOB OPPORTUNITIES
JOIN STAFF * NEW *
JOIN STAFF * NEW *
"The joy of the Lord is your strength” – Nehemiah 8:10
Here are Paya Lebar Methodist Church, our staff team serves with the joy of the Lord, in His Power and Love, to fulfil the church’s calling to be A Family Blessed to Bless the Community and the Nations. Read on if you feel God is calling you to serve in a full-time capacity.
Director, Mandarin Service
Job Overview
Working closely with the Pastor overseeing the “Livingstones” Mandarin Service, the Director provides leadership, and shepherds and nurtures the spiritual growth of the congregation, while ensuring that the ministry work aligns with the overall church direction so that the congregation is blessed.
Key Responsibilities
Plan and oversee the Mandarin ministry and all related activities.
Preach and teach regularly (Sunday services, funerals, and church events)
Provide spiritual support, counselling, and pastoral care to worshippers.
Guide and work closely with staff and co-workers to plan and execute programmes.
Provide leadership and guidance to all sub-ministries as well as mobilise worshippers to follow church direction.
Identify, equip, mentor, and empower potential leaders as part of leadership development and discipleship training.
Assist in pulpit roster planning.
Do simultaneous translation for Pastors/English-speaking speakers.
Requirements
Bachelor in Theology or equivalent
At least 5 years’ relevant experience in the areas of pastoral care and/or preaching.
Proven leadership ability within a church or ministry setting.
An effective team leader with excellent interpersonal skills.
Ability to minister and connect with people of diverse cultural backgrounds and age groups, including the seniors, families and youths.
Excellent communication skills and effectively bilingual in Chinese and English
Ability to work independently, matched with good planning and organizational skills.
Willingness to work on weekends and non-traditional schedules.
We invite interested applicants to email detailed resume together with current and expected salary to recruit@plmc.org.
We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Thank you.
Other Positions
Communications Executive (Social Media)
Ministry Executive, Counselling
Ministry Executive, Family Life Ministry
Ministry Executive, Discipleship & Nurture
Executive, Outreach Ministry
Executive Assistant
For more information on the job opportunities available, please visit our website at plmc.org/about/join-us
OTHER JOB OPPORTUNITIES
OTHER JOB OPPORTUNITIES
1. HOPE Student Care Centre (an Outreach arm of PLMC)
PROGRAMME STAFF, HOPE STUDENT CARE CENTRE (PART TIME)
BASIC ROLE
The Programme staff supports the Superintendent in the development of programs for students. She/He will be responsible for assisting in the day-to-day operations of the Student Care Centre, which includes but not limited to the following:
Implement and executes programs for the students
Supervise and guide the children (Primary 1 to 6) in their study to ensure completion of daily homework
Guide students in creating good habits in their daily lives
Provide a secure, caring, and loving environment for the students in the Centre.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervise and provide guidance to the students in their studies.
Provides students with opportunities to grow.
Supervise the students in terms of their behaviour and learning habits. Always use positive disciple techniques.
Plans, prepare, and execute programs with the Staff to enhance the total development of the students.
Assist with administrative duties (Enrolment, collection of forms) and upkeep of centre premises.
Ensure safety and timely transfer of students from school to student centre.
Preparation of progress reports for each student.
Participates and support in the Centre’s programmes. (In-house, Outdoor and Outreach)
Performs all other related duties described herein or such other duties as shall be assigned by the Superintendent from time to time.
Job Requirements:
Minimum “O” Level or higher with tutoring experience with Primary school students is advantageous
Able to teach Primary School Subjects
Passionate about working with children
Possess good communication and classroom management skills
Creative and loving energy with a positive disposition
Computer Skills – Microsoft Office and Google Suite
Please email Samantha Seah at samantha@plmc.org. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
2. Ang Mo Kio Methodist Church
Senior HR Executive
Pastoral Team Member - Youth Ministry
Pastoral Team Member - Outreach & Cell Ministries
3. Holland Village Methodist Church
Lay Ministry Staff (Youth Ministry)
4. Christalite Methodist Chapel
5. Methodist Church of the Incarnation
Lay Ministry Staff
Digital Specialist
Facilities Executive
HR Executives
IT Project Coordinator
Pastoral Team Member (Discipleship & Nurture)
Pastoral Team Member (Small Group)
Pastoral Team Member (Wesley Glowing Years)
Pastoral Team Member (Youth)
Programme Coordinator
Programme Coordinator (Mandarin)
Programme Coordinator(Pastor’s office)
Programme Coordinator / Executive (Worship & Music)
7. Bukit Panjang Methodist Church
Assistant Manager (Facilities & Administration)
Administrative Executive (Mainly for Chinese Works)
8. Living Hope Methodist Church
Lay Executive Staff For Children’s Ministry (CM)
Youth Ministry Staff
10. Trinity Annual Conference (TRAC)
11. Covenant Community Methodist Church
Youth Ministry Worker
12. Aldersgate Methodist Church
Finance Executive
Lay Ministry Staff - (Cell Groups Ministry & Discipleship & Nurture)
13. Pentecost Methodist Church
Media Relations & Communications Executive / Senior Executive
14. Cairnhill Hill Methodist Church
15. Agape Methodist Church
16. Charis Methodist Church
17. Changi Methodist Church of sister conference (CAC)
PLMC MATTERS
PLMC MATTERS
CHURCH OFFICE OPENING HOURS
The church office is open on the following days and times except for public holidays:
Mon, Tue, Thu and Fri – 10.00am to 4.00pm
Sat – 9.00am to 1.00pm
Wed, Sun & Public Holidays - closed
CONTACT US
Email: Communications@plmc.org
Whistle Blowing Policy
Paya Lebar Methodist Church (“PLMC”) is committed to good corporate governance.
The PLMC Whistle-Blowing Policy provides a confidential avenue for stakeholders, e.g. staff or external parties, to raise concerns on illegal activity or impropriety involving our management, leaders, and staff.
All reports made in good faith will be protected from reprisal and shall be properly assessed, reviewed, and resolved.
Reports should be made in writing and sent to:
Paya Lebar Methodist Church
5 Boundary Road, Singapore 549954
Email: whistle-blow_GC@plmc.org
(Attention: Chairperson of the Governance Committee)
Please refer to the full PLMC Whistle Blowing Policy for more information.
LINKS & RESOURCES
LINKS & RESOURCES
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Our Ministries
Our Ministries
Pastor-In-Charge
Rev Dr Kow Shih Ming
Pastor
Rev Vincent Goh
Pastor
Rev Jacob Lim
Pastor
Rev Joey Chen
Email: pastoralcare@plmc.org
Admin/Finance/HR
Ms Raquel Cardano
Email: admin@plmc.org (Admin)
Email: finance@plmc.org (Finance)
Email: recruit@plmc.org (HR)
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
Email: counselling@plmc.org
Discipleship & Nurture
Mr Low Kwang Meng
Email: nurture@plmc.org
Family Life Ministry
Rev Joey Chen
Email: familylife@plmc.org or
joeychen@plmc.org (pastoral matters)
Filipino Service
Ms Daphne Thong
Email: filipino@plmc.org
Mandarin Service
Mrs Judith Chua
Email: livingstones@plmc.org
Missions
Dr Scott Tey
Email: missions@plmc.org
Operations
Mr Lee Choon Wee
Email: leechoonwee@plmc.org
Outreach
Mr Eugene Cheong
Email: outreach@plmc.org
Pastoral Care & Spiritual Formation
Ms Teo Soo Hoong
Email: pastoralcare@plmc.org
Prayer
Rev Vincent Goh
Email: prayernet@plmc.org
Testimonies
Email: testimonies@plmc.org
Worship & Music
Mr Paul Seow
Email: wm@plmc.org
Youth Ministry
Mr Joseph Quek
Email: youth@plmc.org
Young Adults Ministry
Mr Joshua Heng
Email: youngadults@plmc.org
Our Worship Services
Our Worship Services
Youth Service
Day/Time: Saturday, 4.30pm
Onsite Location: Covenant Chapel
Online: Live-streamed on youth.live.plmc.org
English Services
Day/Time: Sunday, 9am & 11.15am
Onsite Location: Sanctuary
Online: Live-streamed on live.plmc.org at 9am only
Mandarin Service
Day/Time: Sunday, 9am & 11.15am
Onsite Location: Covenant Chapel
Online: Live-streamed on ms.live.plmc.org
*Filipino Service
Day/Time: Sunday, 2.00pm
Online: Live-streamed on facebook.com/plmcfs
*Children's Ministry - Silver Boxes
Day/Time: Sunday, 9am&11.15am
Onsite Location: Haven, Gabriel Room, Michael Room & Jordan Hall
Who Can Attend: Any child 1 to 12 years old
*The children & Filipino services join the main services for service and Holy Communion on the first Sunday of each month.
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