Sunday 22 May 2022
5th Sunday in Eastertide

WORSHIP SERVICES
Tap each down arrow on the right to expand & read more!

Worshippers to all our Onsite Services need not make reservations.
Except for Children's Ministry Silver Boxes

RESERVATION.PLMC.ORG

9am English Service Online (LIVE.PLMC.ORG) & Onsite / 11.15am Onsite only

  • Series: God’s Word in Season for PLMC

Entering into God's Rest

Matthew 11:28-30

Onsite @Sanctuary 9am & 11.15am :

Pastor Kong Hee

View past English services in Sermon Library

11.15am Mandarin Service Online (MS.LIVE.PLMC.ORG) / 9am Onsite only

  • Victory Through Christ; 靠主得胜的信心
    John 21:1-14; 约翰福音 21:1-14

Onsite @Covenant Chapel 9.00am & 11.15am
Mr Simon Li, 李沙龙弟兄

View MS announcements in MS TODAY

View past Mandarin services in Sermon Library

Saturday 21 May 2022, 4.30pm

  • Joy In Christ
    Philippians 1:19-26
    Onsite @Covenant Chapel 4.30pm
    Rev Daniel Joseph

Follow us on PLMC Youth Min Instagram

Sunday 22 May 22, 2.00pm

  • The Secret of Living in Every Situation
    Philippians 4:11-13
    Onsite @Covenant Chapel 2.00pm
    Ps Larry Arienzano

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

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

Please register at the Reservation Portal RESERVATION.PLMC.ORG from Mon, 10.00am to Sat, 10.00am on a first-come-first-served basis.

Church-At-Home with Silver Boxes!

(bit.ly/SilverBoxesOnline)

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.


💌 Please leave your details for us here!


💒 Learn more about PLMC

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Highlights 22 May

  1. Holy Communion Distribution

  2. Let’s Be A Praying Church

  3. 90th Anniversary


Click for more details & announcements!

CLASSES, TALKS & COURSES

  • Sign up for classes, talks & courses HERE!

PLMC STORIES *NEW*

Life in PLMC told through the eyes of worshippers and staff. In this issue, we feature a heart-warming account of a cell group Bringing Joy to Seniors.

More stories on our 40DOB page!

read more here!

MINISTRIES IN ACTION

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.










Conference Enquiry Booth will be set up at the Fellowship Hall every Sunday till 29 May, 10.30am - 11.30am. Worshippers who need help registering may approach the booth.

BRING A FRIEND!

Let’s go through the open door and invite a friend (or two!) to the Conference. Look out for the Conference Posters that have been displayed around the church. They feature amazingly creative artwork done by the various ministries based on the theme of Unity which embodies the spirit of the Conference!

TITHES & OFFERING

Pledges/Open Offerings/Second Offerings

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

JUNE CORPORATE PRAYER MEETING

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

Let’s come together to seek first the kingdom of God at our monthly corporate prayer meeting on the first Wed of each month. The next one is on 1 Jun, 8 to 9pm on Zoom. Registration closes 31 May, 6pm.


Registration Link: https://tiny.one/June-CorporatePrayer

MISSIONS

South East Asia

1. BL

  • Pray for BL’s disciples – 6 couples and 1 single who are rising in leadership significance and influence. Pray that they will be God-fearing and God-loving.

  • Pray for B’s father who is in hospital due to several issues – urinary tract infection, heart valves not functioning properly and a small bleed in the base of the brain.

2. Boonchiaw

  • Pray for God’s strength and anointing on Boonchiaw to effectively proclaim God’s Word online via Facebook, to members in Thailand every Sunday afternoon.

  • Pray for Boonchiaw and his family as they plan to visit and minister in Thailand when the borders are open for them to do so.

3. KG & C

  • Praise God that KG & C were able to return to the field to do a formal closure of their ministry in Thailand and also to connect with the ministry partners and contacts.

  • Pray for their physical health and well-being especially in their travel and that they will be protected against the Covid-19 virus during their visit.


Parachurch Workers

1. Fellowship of Evangelical Students, Singapore: Siah May Lan

  • Pray for God's continued healing on May Lan’s mother’s stomach cancer and ongoing chemo treatment. Pray that the cancer index will remain constant and the tumours will not grow in size. Pray for an opportunity to go for a short holiday when May Lan’s mother is well enough to do so.

  • Pray for God's guidance and wisdom upon May Lan, in choosing appropriate courses for full time studies if her sabbatical plan is confirmed and approved for next year. Also pray for God’s grace to be upon her to cope with additional ministry workload in current admin and library areas.

  • Pray for God's wisdom to build and sustain the small group of art students and raising new leaders in NAFA/Lasalle CF group, ministry opportunities in ITE campus, and reviewing of the missions programme and new direction ahead.

2. YWAM Singapore: Benedict Tan

  • Pray for Benedict to be given strength daily, as he serves at Tamar Village’s food business in Geylang. Pray for wisdom as he navigates between work and school.

  • Pray for Benedict and his girlfriend as they prepare for marriage and looking into housing arrangements.

3. Navigators Singapore: Roger Yeo

  • Pray for Roger and Pearlyn as they navigate to new changes in ministry structures and processes and also in their effort in discipling the “techies” in their ministry.

  • Pray for Roger and Pearlyn to be given wisdom and strength as they juggle between family and parental responsibilities and ministry demands and commitments.

4. Wycliffe Singapore: Grace Tan

  • Pray for Grace who is writing her MA Thesis for her African Studies that she will be able to complete her assignment in due time and that her research will be a valuable and useful resource for translation work later.

  • Pray for Grace’s sister and family in UK, in their transition from Cardiff to Oxford.

5. YWAM Singapore: David and Tessa

  • Pray for David and Tessa to make deep connections with the aunties and uncles in the “cousin” ministries; and also to pray that these people whom they are reaching out to will be open to the love of Jesus, and for opportunities to witness to them.

6. YWAM Singapore: Beatrice Wee

  • Pray for Beatrice that she will be refreshed and rejuvenated during this season of her sabbatical and also in her discernment on the Lord’s leading in her ministry.

  • Pray for breakthrough and also for Beatrice to experience God’s grace, mercy and strength to carry her through the challenges that she is currently facing.

Missions Partners

1. East Asia : TK

  • Pray for TK and the campus teams that they will be effective in engaging and befriending seekers at the three colleges, and also for wisdom to share the gospel and disciple them. Pray for students to be open and responsive to the gospel.

  • Pray for God’s provision to meet the financial needs of TK’s family.

2. South Asia : GEMS

  • Pray for the GEMS staff and pastors to continue to stand firm in faith and to serve the Lord faithfully in the midst of persecution and the current pandemic situation.

  • Pray for India as the country which is badly affected by the pandemic, for many people are without jobs and the poor are suffering without basic necessities.

  • Pray for the Bible School students that they will continue to learn and be agents of transformation wherever the Lord leads them.

3. East Asia: Songs

  • Pray for Lord to send right-minded workers to join and serve with the Songs in reaching out to the unreached people group.

  • Pray for the security and safety for the TAN-NW families in East Asia who face severe challenges in their ministry.

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

NEW BIRTH

Our congratulations to:

  • Mr Bradley Scott Garrett and Mdm Angel Tan on the birth of their son
    Abraham Tan Ren Garrett on 9 May 2022.

  • Mr Luke and Mrs Alethea Wee on the birth of their son Jesse Wee on 16 May 2022.

  • Mr Roger Law and Mdm Tham Hui Yee, on the birth of heir daughter Hailey Law Rui Wen on 16 May 2022.

BEREAVEMENT

Our condolences to the families of the late:

💐 Mdm Ng Lan Eng

💐 Mdm Tan Siok Choo

JOB OPPORTUNITIES

JOIN PLMC STAFF

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

  • Executive 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

https://pmc.org.sg/join

PLMC MATTERS

SAFE ENTRY CHECK-INS ONLY REQUIRED FOR SANCTUARY SERVICES

With immediate effect, 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 so Safe Entry Check-Ins are required, so please bring along your TraceTogether app or token.

STREAMLINING OF RESTRICTIONS FOR ONSITE SERVICES

  • With effect from Sat 19 Mar 2022, worshippers to our Onsite Services need not make reservations. Capacity limits have been increased and zoning lifted, so we encourage you to join us. However, as there are still capacity limits, entry will be on a first-come-first-served basis and there will be no entry once the worship venues are full, so worshippers are advised to come early.

  • Reservations for Silver Boxes still applies, and our online services will continue.

  • Mask wearing still continue. All worshippers must be fully vaccinated or show proof of exemption.

  • 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.

CHURCH OFFICE OPENING HOURS

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.

LINKS & RESOURCES

Read testimonies and stories of life in PLMC here:

Watch & Listen to our Sermons here:

Watch & Listen to Peranakan & Indonesian
sermons and worship videos here:

Free Bible Lockscreens & Wallpapers

Sermon Reflections & Discussion

Prepare Yourself for Worship

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
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
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
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

With effect from Sat 19 Mar 2022, worshippers to our Onsite Services (except for Children Ministry Silver Boxes) need not make reservations. However, as there are still capacity limits, entry will be on a first-come-first-served basis and there will be no entry once capacity is reached, so worshippers are advised to come early.


Youth Service

Day/Time: Saturday, 4.30pm

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


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: Those who are fully vaccinated, or have recovered from Covid-19


*Filipino Service

Day/Time: Sunday, 2.00pm

Online: Live-streamed on facebook.com/plmcfs

Who Can Attend: Those who are fully vaccinated, or have recovered from Covid-19

*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.