Highlights 6 Feb

1. Discipleship & Nurture Courses

2. 90th Anniversary Events

3. Volunteers Needed!

4. Praying Through the Lunar New Year

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• Sign up for classes, talks & courses HERE! 

Life in PLMC told through the eyes of worshippers and staff. In this issue, we feature testimonies of participants and a facilitator who have completed the last Disciple 1 Course.  If you've always wanted to know what the Disciple courses are like, then read their accounts!

More stories on our 40DOB page!

read more here!

Our ministries are looking for people who have been called to serve, so click here to see how you can! Find out more about them and where the Holy Spirit is leading you to serve.

1 Thess 5:16-18 exhorts us to “Rejoice always, pray without ceasing….”

We encourage you to register for the corporate prayer pointers which then will be emailed to you. You can pray any time in Feb over the pointers with your family, friends, cell group or on your own. Let us develop a lifestyle of prayer and pray without ceasing. Registration closes 13 Feb, 12pm at this link - https://tiny.one/February-Prayer-Pointers

Silver Boxes

1. We thank God for new teachers who have joined us to minister to the children. 

2. Pray for our planning for Easter Programme. May the Lord touch each child and help them encounter Him. 

Sonshine Kids

1. We thank God for bringing more children to join Sonshine Kids. We pray for the Lord to help us to think of creative ways to invite more children to join us. 

2. Pray for our upcoming March holiday programme planning. May the children experience the love and presence of God in their lives. 

1. We want to give thanks to God for the persons signing up for the Disciple One & Two Courses, which are starting this Feb. Pray that God will give each one of them the grace, openness, and heart to study and grow in His Word, as they commit themselves to these weeks of learning together. Pray that all will run well on the technical side and anointing upon the facilitators.

2. We praise God for the 16 participants of the Disciple Three Course, whose learning journey started last year, and they are graduating this Feb as well. Pray that even as they have been blessed, may they continue to be transformed from glory to glory, to the praise of God’s name.

3. Pray and commit the Baptism & Membership Class (starting this Feb) unto the Lord, His covering upon the speakers, facilitators, participants, and logistical arrangement, that it will be an enriching time for all.

4. Let’s pray for one another in the Church that we will grow in discipleship and that our lives will bear praise and witness for God’s glory in the Chinese New Year season.

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’.

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 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

Find available grants, funds and packages for individuals at supportgowhere.gov.sg

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. 

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

Our condolences to the family of the late:

💐 Mdm Wong Yet Me 

In memory of  the late:

💐 Mr Lee Thian Kit 

Come serve with us!

Paya Lebar Methodist Church is called to be a family blessed to bless the community and the nations.

Since 1932, God has blessed and grown the church to minister in God’s power and love, and in being a safe refuge to our hurting world.

With increasing ministry opportunities and the clear call to extend God’s kingdom, we are looking to expand our staff team.

So, if you feel led by the Lord and want to be part of what God is doing in and through PLMC, we have opportunities for you to serve in. 

1. Head of Finance & HR

Job Overview

You will lead and be responsible for all the church's human resource and financial accounting processes and practices. You will ensure that all HR and financial procedures are fully aligned and comply 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, sound financial stewardship and clear communication in matters related to all financial aspect  

• Ensure payroll reports and tax filings are prepared and filed on a timely basis

• 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

• Reviews the annual insurance policies of the church

• Reviews monthly and year-end financial statements and verifies banking accuracy

• Manages and executes 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

• Coordinate recruitment and selection processes, job offer, on-boarding, and orientation, advise on necessary HR procedures and policies, perform monthly payroll, CPF submission and annual income tax and all staff benefit claims

• Other ad-hoc duties as assigned by the Pastor-In-Charge 

Requirements

• Degree in Finance / Accounting / Human Resource Management equivalent qualification

• At least 3 – 5 years relevant experience with financial operations, familiar with ACCPAC

• Good knowledge of local employment laws, HR functions and best practices

• 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 

2. Finance Assistant

Job Overview 

To provide support to the Head of Finance and HR in administration and finance matters to ensure effective management of the financial resources.  

Key Responsibilities 

• Assist the finance team with the receipts and payments processes, expenses claims and data entries

• Maintain a digital record of all financial transactions, documents, and supplier information

• Coordinate daily financial tasks with the financial management team

• Compile financial data to prepare for monthly management reports

• Support assets management and physical assets verification

• Provide general administrative support

• Undertake projects and any other tasks assigned by the Pastor-In-Charge

Requirements 

• At least 3 years experience in accounting and finance

• Certificate in Accounting or equivalent

• At least 2 – 3 years relevant experience, familiar with ACCPAC

• Resourceful and independent worker; ability to multi-task

• Motivated team player with good interpersonal and communication skills

• Proficient in MS Office, Excel, Word and PowerPoint

Please send in your detailed resume (with expected salary) to recruit@plmc.org. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Other Positions

• Director, Missions 

• Cell Director

• Outreach Director/Executive

• Communications Executive (Social Media)

• Executive, Mandarin Ministry

• HR Executive 

• Assistant to Pastor-in-Charge 

• Executive Assistant

For more information on the job opportunities available, please visit our website at plmc.org/about/join-us

Vacancies for the following positions at TRAC

• IT Support Executive

• Administrative Assistant

TRAC Employment Opportunities (trac-mcs.org.sg)

Vacancy for the position of Youth and Children’s Ministry Worker at Paya Lebar Chinese Methodist Church (Methodist Mission Office), our sister conference (CAC) https://www.plcmc.org.sg/post/vacancy-for-part-time-office-administrator

Vacancy for the position of Ministry Staff (Small Group/Pastoral Care) at Fairfield Methodist Church https://fairfieldmc.org/job-vacancies/

Vacancies for the positions at Bukit Panjang Methodist Church, our sister conference (CAC):

• Media Producer https://tinyurl.com/BPMC-JobAdv-Media-Producer

• Administrative Assistant - Mainly for Chinese works https://tinyurl.com/BPMC-JobAdv-Admin-Asst

Vacancy for the position of HR and Accounts Executive/Assistant at Pentecost Methodist Church

https://pmc.org.sg/join

The church office will be 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

With immediate effect, the church general line has also reverted to 6285 1234 during operation hours.