Sunday 23 Jan 2022
3rd Sunday in Epiphany

WORSHIP SERVICES
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9am English Service Online (LIVE.PLMC.ORG)

  • PRAYER LESSONS FROM THE BIBLE 1: The Prayer of Blessing
    1 Chronicles 4:9-10

Onsite @Sanctuary 9am &11.15am:

Rev Dr Kow Shih Ming

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11.15am Mandarin Service Online

  • Praying Through God’s Silence; 沉默中的祷告
    Ezra 7:27-28; 以斯拉记 7:27-28

Onsite @Covenant Chapel 11.15am
Rev Jacob Lim, 林建成牧师


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View past Mandarin services in Sermon Library

Saturday 22 Jan 2022, 4.30pm

  • Prayer Lessons from the Bible (1)
    Jonah 2:1-9
    Onsite @Covenant Chapel 4.30pm
    Rev Joey Chen

Onsite Youth Service:

  • Please register at the Reservation Portal RESERVATION.PLMC.ORG from Mon, 10.00am to Sat, 4.00pm on a first-come-first-served basis. The reservation process is similar to that of the adult services.


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Sunday 23 Jan 22, 2.00pm

  • Participants In The New Covenant
    Jeremiah 31:31-34
    Onsite @Covenant Chapel 2.00pm
    Mr Eugene Cheong

Onsite Filipino Service:

  • Please register at the Reservation Portal RESERVATION.PLMC.ORG from every Mon, 10.00am to Sat, 4.00pm on a first-come-first-served basis.

  • Who Can Attend: Anyone!

Church-At-Home with Silver Boxes!

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Onsite Silver Boxes:

  • Please register at the Reservation Portal RESERVATION.PLMC.ORG from Mon, 10.00am to Sat, 4.00pm on a first-come-first-served basis. The reservation process is similar to that of the adult services.

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

Highlights 23 Jan

  1. Services On Sun 30 Jan 2022

  2. Holy Communion Collection (Feb, Mar, Apr)

  3. Courses, Talks & Workshops

  4. Come Serve With Us!

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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 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!


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.










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

  • 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

MISSIONS

I. Missionaries:

South East Asia

Boonchiaw

  1. Pray for the spiritual growth and maturity of the church members that they will grow to be more Christlike, both in their personal walk with God and also in their social relationship with other people.

  2. Pray for Boonchiaw as he retires from active missions work and for smooth transition as he enters into a new season of life, and also for safe travel to Singapore from the field to be reunited to the family.

BL

  1. Pray that God will give BL the Spirit of wisdom and revelation so that they may know God better to do His will (Ephesians 1: 15-17).

  2. Pray that they will grow in faith – to minister in the power of the Holy Spirit to heal, and do signs and wonders as they share the Word.

  3. Pray for BL’s aged parents to have stability in their health.

II. Missioners:

1. Grace Tan (Wycliff)

  1. Thanksgiving: A wonderful family reunion with her sister’s family in UK during the recent Christmas.

  2. Pray for Grace’s sister, Jacinta’s health, and also for her brother-in-law to be able to find a good job in Oxford, UK.

2. May Lan (FES)

  1. Pray for God's continued healing for her Mum's stomach cancer and ongoing chemo treatment. Pray that the additional drug need not be added for her chemo treatment and the CT scan result will be favourable in January.

  2. Pray for God's peace, comfort and grace to the family through this grieving period for her Dad's demise and also for a peaceful settlement with an issue the family is currently facing.

  3. Pray for God's wisdom to build the small group of art students and raise new leaders in NAFA/Lasalle CF group, and ministry opportunities in ITE campus; the evaluation of the Morph missions programme and FES missions direction.

3. Roger Yeo (Navigators)

  1. Pray for J, B, QG, E, A, S that the Word of God and the gospel would resonate with them, that they would take the step to walk into the kingdom of God. They are various ones the ministry is meeting regularly intentionally for the gospel.

  2. Pray for the team members of Project SAVE (an online outreach tool), that the Lord will continue to send the resources needed to bring the project to completion – that many will be led closer to Christ using technology.

  3. Pray that the Lord would increase Roger and Pearlyn's capacity even as they juggle children's demands and are given more responsibilities in ministry.

4. Benedict Tan (YWAM)

  1. Pray that the beginning of the year with different individual’s leaving Tamar ministry, the Lord will continue to provide and bring in workers for the harvest!

  2. Pray as Benedict juggles between study and ministry in the new semester, that he will be able to cope well; and also to pray for peace and well-being of his family.

5. Beatrice Wee (YWAM)

  1. Pray for Beatrice’s team to grow in the Lord as they work together.

  2. Pray for Beatrice to have rest and healing for body, soul and mind.

6. David & Tessa Weiher (YWAM)

  1. David and Tessa are doing an online training to be qualified coaches. Pray for good learning and truly helpful ministry to those they will serve.

  2. Pray for God’s wisdom, guidance and strength as they prepare themselves to serve the Lord with renewed passion in the new season.


III Missions Partners:

1. Songs

  1. We are grateful for the good relationships with ministry partners. Please lift up our participation at one of our partners’ annual conference in January to further partnering ministry.

  2. One of the TAN-NW wives LM has been struggling with health issues. A recent check at the hospital showed problem with her womb. Thankfully cancer has been ruled out. Please pray for the doctor to diagnose correctly and for effective treatment.

2. Missions partners in India and East Asia

  1. Pray for strength and boldness even as they are constantly faced with threats and persecution from the community they are serving in and also from the restrictions from the government.

  2. Pray for the Holy Spirit’s guidance for them in reaching out to the pre-believers who are opened to the Gospel and also for perseverance in training and equipping the local believers. Pray for the more of the local nationals to be trained and to take on the pastoral leadership in their churches.

CARE & HEAL

CARE HUB (English & Chinese)

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’.

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 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

COVID-19 FINANCIAL HELP

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

PASTORAL CARE

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.

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

JOB OPPORTUNITIES

JOIN PLMC STAFF * NEW *

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

TRAC & SISTER METHODIST CHURCHES

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):


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

https://pmc.org.sg/join

PLMC MATTERS

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.

SAFE MANAGEMENT MEASURES UPDATE - 1 JAN 2022

ALL worshippers will have to show their NRIC and proof of completed vaccination (ie at least 14 days after their second dose as shown on the Covid-19 Vaccination Card or on the TraceTogether app), or proof of recovery from Covid-19. From 1 January 2022, the concession for unvaccinated individuals to perform PET in lieu of being fully vaccinated has been removed. Only fully vaccinated, recovered, or medically ineligible individuals, or children aged 12 years and below (subject to venue/event specific caps) will be allowed to enter settings where Vaccination Differentiated Safe Management Measures (VDS) are implemented.


  • 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, 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


  • 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


  • *Filipino Service

Day/Time: Sunday, 2.00pm

Onsite Location: Covenant Chapel

Online: Live-streamed on facebook.com/plmcfs

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

Please register at reservation.plmc.org from every Monday, 10am.
*The children & Filipino services join the main services for service and Holy Communion on the first Sunday of each month.

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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
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

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, 11.15am

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

Please register at reservation.plmc.org from every Monday, 10am. *The children & Filipino services join the main services for service and Holy Communion on the first Sunday of each month.