Sunday 9 Oct 2022
7th Sunday in Kingdomtide / Laity Sunday
11.15am Onsite only
A Recipe for a Powerful Christian Life
Acts 1:8 & John 2:1-11
Onsite @Sanctuary 9am & 11.15am :
Mr Charis Lim
View past English services in Sermon Library
Charis Lim is the CEO of Research Communication International, a management consulting firm and is also the Co-Founder of a tech start up. He attends Wesley Methodist Church where he is presently on the LCEC as the Chairperson of Wesley’s Digital Ministry, and he is also the Chairperson of the Prayer & Praise Service Sub Committee. He holds both Bachelor's and Master’s degrees from the University of Cambridge and is an Adjunct Fellow in People Analytics & Organizational Leadership at the Singapore University of Technology and Design Academy. He is the Vice President of the Board at the Metropolitan YMCA and sits on the Executive Board of TRAC as well as the TRAC Board of Human Resource Management. He is also a Board Director of MYWorld Preschool and the Methodist Preschool Services. He is married to Lydia for 17 years and is a proud father of two, Aletheia who is 13 years old and Immanuel who is 11.
9am Onsite only
Victory through Perseverance; 胜利在望，坚持到底
1 Peter 5:8-14; 彼得前书 5:8-14
Onsite @Covenant Chapel 9am & 11.15am :
Bishop Dr Chong Chin Chung, 荣誉会督张振忠牧师博士
One Body, Many Parts
1 Cor 12:27
Onsite @ Covenant Chapel 2.00pm:
Ps Andrew Leong
Peranakan Service
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.
Living A Fruitful Christian Life
Matthew 5:13-16
Onsite @ Covenant Chapel 4.30pm:
Ms Bernice Toh
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
Church-At-Home with Silver Boxes!
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
Highlights 9 Oct
Help Develop Our Digital Strategy
The Purple Parade
Laity Month - Worship & Music, AVID (Audio/Visual/IT/Digital Media), Communications
PLMC Youth Camp 2022
CLASSES, TALKS & COURSES
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PLMC STORIES * NEW *
Life in PLMC told through the eyes of worshippers and staff. In this issue, we feature the PLMC Football Ministry and testimonies from the last run of Companions In Christ.
TITHES & OFFERING
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
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
CORPORATE PRAYER POINTERS
PLMC Prayer Concerns (Serve in Ministry)
A) Laity Month - October
Give thanks to God for excellent partnership and teamwork between the pastors and the laity. Pray for continued unity and synergy in ministry, open communications and mutual respect.
Many lay persons in PLMC have multiple roles in various ministries. Ask God to doubly anoint them with strength and to doubly reward them. Ask God to help them balance between work, ministry and family, and not burnout.
Ask God to raise up and send more workers into His harvest fields (Luke 10:2) and church ministries; the harvest is plentiful, and may the workers be plentiful as well, so that the Kingdom is advanced more powerfully and faster.
Pray for more effectiveness and unity across various ministries, as one family and one spiritual army for Jesus, a tapestry of power and love.
Pray for God to bless those representing our cell ministry and family life, age-oriented ministries, gender-oriented ministries, worship & prayer, discipleship, missions and outreach, etc.
PLMC Prayer Concerns (Faith & Sexuality)
B) Faith and Sexuality Talks - October to November
For invited church leaders first; more talks and opportunities in the future
To educate and discuss on PLMC’s understanding and position on Faith and Sexuality
Immediate issue: Christian response to the repeal of Section 377A
Related issues: implications on marriage, family life and education on sexuality
PRAY:
Government will not be hasty in repealing 377A without safe-guarding traditional positions on marriage, family life and sexuality education; next goal of LGBTQ activists/groups
PLMC leadership will be able to find consensus and unified response to ministering to individuals and families struggling with LGBTQ issues
Pray over 5E's suggested by PIC that every Christian could do:
1. Entreat God
2. Educate self
3. Express Voice.
4. Equip own Children
5. Establish Safe Places for everyone, including for LGBTQ people
Singapore Prayer Concerns (National Needs)
C) Governmental Leaders
Pray that our national leaders will be God-fearing and exercise good authority to all, so that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness (1 Timothy 2:2).
Pray that upcoming 4th Generation leaders will have godly character and not tempted and corrupted by money and power. They will be wise and compassionate, balancing national security, economic prosperity and social welfare to all, including to the poor, disadvantaged and foreign workers.
Pray that Singapore will lead in being a blessing to her neighboring countries and the world, especially in her gifting of finances and management. God’s wisdom to build good ties with all countries and to handle difficult diplomatic relationships.
Pray that the law and policies established by our leaders will be pro-Christian values and principles, even in issues like LGBTQ. Pray for God to raise up more Christian politicians.
World Prayer Concerns
D) Ukraine-Russia War
Ukraine had won back much territories initially taken by Russian attack. With such confidence, Ukraine leaders are refusing to negotiate peace with Russia, and trying harder instead to be a NATO member.
Putin responded by annexing territories in Ukraine that are pro-Russia in majority (act of referendum). The war will still continue.
Pray:
For peacemakers to continue on stalled negotiations. Leaders to agree on peace.
God’s ministry to the victims and refugees of war; His protection and hope in Jesus
E) World suffering due to financial inflation, flooding, violence
God’s help upon families in countries like Sri Lanka hit by high inflation prices, and in countries like Pakistan hit by wide-spread flooding.
God’s mercies on victims of violence: e.g. bombing of students in Afghanistan, riot and deadly stampede in Indonesian football match.
PRAYER REQUESTS
If you have any prayer requests, please email prayernet@plmc.org
TESTIMONIES
Share with us what God has done in and through you at testimonies@plmc.org
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
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
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.
SUPPORT SCHEMES
Find available grants, funds and packages for individuals at supportgowhere.gov.sg
JOB OPPORTUNITIES
JOIN PLMC STAFF *NEW POSITIONS*
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.
Ministry Executive, Family Life Ministry
Job Overview
Reporting to their immediate supervisor, the incumbent is responsible for designing and executing the church Family Life Ministry programmes in PLMC.
Key Responsibilities
Work closely with the Pastoral team, the FLM Committee and relevant ministries (such as Youth Ministry and Glowing Years Ministry) to strengthen family and marriage relationships, equip parents/grandparents to raise godly children/grandchildren, and champion biblical singlehood and dating in PLMC
Plan for leadership continuity with his/her immediate supervisor
Recruit and deploy volunteers to plan and execute FLM strategies and programmes
Plan, coordinate and lead ministry programmes in partnership with the volunteers
Assist and support all FLM related initiatives/programmes, including being the liaison person between the church office and the volunteers
Stay abreast of the latest developments in the family life ministry scene e.g. new programmes, resources
Provide pastoral care and guidance to FLM leaders
Assist in the review and preparation of an annual budget to support the various FLM programmes
Any other duties as assigned by the Pastor-In-Charge
Requirements
Theological degree or relevant experience
A genuine interest in family life matters and people, and a strong passion for working towards strengthening families, marriages, singles, and parents
Proven leadership with strong verbal and written skills
Proficiency in events organisation and management
Please send in your detailed resume (with expected salary) to recruit@plmc.org. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Other Positions
Cell Director
Outreach Director/Executive
Executive, ICT
Communications Executive (Social Media)
Executive Assistant, Mandarin Service
Finance Assistant
For more information on the job opportunities available, please visit our website at plmc.org/about/join-us
TRAC & SISTER METHODIST CHURCHES
Vacancy for the position of HR and Accounts Executive/Assistant at Pentecost Methodist Church
PLMC MATTERS
CHURCH OFFICE CLOSED FOR RENOVATION
The Church Office, including Reception, will be closed for renovation from 26 Sep for a scheduled 2-month period.
We apologise for any inconvenience caused and ask that you pray that the renovations go smoothly.
SANCTUARY LEVEL 1 TOILET RENOVATIONS
Renovation works on the Level 1 Sanctuary Toilets will begin on Mon 15 Aug and are expected to be completed by the middle of November. Worshippers may use the Sanctuary toilets on levels 2, 3 and 4 or those on levels 2, 3 and 4 of the Covenant Centre. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.
EASING OF SAFE MANAGEMENT MEASURES
The Mandarin, Youth, Filipino and Peranakan Services do not require Safe Entry Check-Ins. However, VDS applies to the English Services as the capacity of the Sanctuary exceeds 500, and Safe Entry Check-Ins are required, so please bring along your TraceTogether app or token. All worshippers to the must be fully vaccinated or show proof of exemption.
Mask wearing is now optional, but we encourage you to wear a mask if you are feeling vulnerable.
Worshippers to the 9am English Service are strongly urged to leave the church premises and car park as soon as they are dismissed to make way for worshippers attending the 11.15am English and Mandarin Services.
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Our Ministries
Pastor-In-Charge
Rev Dr Kow Shih Ming
Email: smkow@plmc.org
Pastor
Rev Vincent Goh
Email: vincentgoh@plmc.org
Pastor
Rev Christopher Chin
Email: chris@plmc.org
Pastor
Rev Jacob Lim
Email: jacoblim@plmc.org
Assistant Pastor
Rev Joey Chen
Email: joeychen@plmc.org
Administration
Ms Raquel Cardano
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: ce@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
Finance
Ms Rebecca Goh
Email: finance@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
Mr Scott Tey
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: wm@plmc.org
Youth Ministry
Rev Joey Chen
Email: youth@plmc.org
Young Adults Ministry
Rev Joey Chen
Email: youngadults@plmc.org
Our Worship Services
Youth Service
Day/Time: Saturday, 4.30pm
Onsite Location: Covenant Chapel
Online: Live-streamed on youth.live.plmc.org
Who Can Attend: Anyone!
English Services
Day/Time: Sunday, 9am & 11.15am
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
Mandarin Service
Day/Time: Sunday, 9am & 11.15am
Onsite Location: Covenant Chapel
Online: Live-streamed on ms.live.plmc.org
Who Can Attend: Anyone!
*Filipino Service
Day/Time: Sunday, 2.00pm
Online: Live-streamed on facebook.com/plmcfs
Who Can Attend: Anyone!
*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
Reservation: reservation.plmc.org
*The children & Filipino services join the main services for service and Holy Communion on the first Sunday of each month.