Sunday 24 Jul 2022
7th Sunday after Pentecost
做好准备 Be Prepared
路加福音 Luke 9:23, 约翰福音 John 15:5, 腓 立比书 Phil 2:1-5
Onsite @Covenant Chapel 9.00am & 11.15am
Ms Judith Ng, 黄雅春传道
Saturday 23 Jul 2022, 4.30pm
Receiving Your Future
Joshua 1:10-11
Onsite @Covenant Chapel 4.30pm
Rev Dr Kow Shih Ming
Reset to Jesus
John 21:1-11
Onsite @Covenant Chapel 2.00pm
Mr Eugene Cheong
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.
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 24 Jul
Pledge Sunday - Giving To The Lord
Holy Communion Distribution
Courses, Talks & Workshops
CLASSES, TALKS & COURSES
Sign up for classes, talks & courses HERE!
PLMC STORIES
Life in PLMC told through the eyes of worshippers and staff. In this issue, we feature lots of stories and photographs from the PLMC Conference.
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.
View a full collection of photos from our 90th Anniversary Celebration Service here!
90th ANNIVERSARY - DOWN MEMORY LANE
Scan the QR code or click on the button to visit our Heritage Site and see how God has been faithful to PLMC these past 90 years!
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.
PLEDGE SUNDAY 7 Aug 2022
We are observing Pledge Sunday on 7 Aug 2022. As we look to the new financial year as a church, we ask you to prayerfully consider your pledges for the new year. Each of our circumstances are unique, and we only ask that you respond in faith as the Lord leads. Please read the Budget Letter and submit the e-Pledge Card as an important aspect of our Worship to the Lord.
PRAYER FOCUS
MISSIONS
Missions Prayer List
South East Asia
1. BL
1.1 Pray that the TESOL programme will be made available to other believers to do training to expand its reach. Pray that God will select His chosen to do this.
1.2 Pray for BL wisdom to manage serving their 2 widowed mothers who are living alone.
2. Boonchiaw
2.1 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.
2.2 Pray for Boonchiaw as he plans to visit and minister in Thailand end August.
Parachurch Workers
1. Fellowship of Evangelical Students, Singapore: Siah May Lan
1.1 Pray for God's continued healing on May Lan’s mother’s knee surgery to remove the metal implant and her stomach cancer. Pray that the break from chemo treatment will not affect her cancer condition.
1.2 Pray for May Lan to experience God's guidance and wisdom in choosing an appropriate course and approval for her sabbatical plans in 2023.
1.3 Pray for God's wisdom to build and sustain the small group of art students and raising new leaders in NAFA/Lasalle CF group; for concrete strategies and monetary resources in ministry outreach and forming a Christian fellowship in ITE campus.
2. YWAM Singapore: Benedict Tan
2.1 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.
2.2 Pray for Benedict and his girlfriend in their marriage preparation and looking into housing arrangements.
3. Navigators Singapore: Roger Yeo
3.1 Pray that God will increase Roger and Pearlyn’s capacity as they juggle between children’s demands and more responsibilities in ministry demands.
3.2 Pray for J, B, QG, WD, E, A, S that the Holy Spirit would speak to their hearts about the love of Jesus Christ and what He has done for them. Pray they would take the step of faith even as various ones investigate the bible together with them. B has recently indicated progress in his search. We are thankful!
4. Wycliffe Singapore: Grace Tan
4.1 Pray for Grace who is writing her MA Thesis that is due in September, that she will do a good job on it and hand it in on time. Pray for Grace’s health.
4.2 Pray for Grace’s sister to grow stronger after being on sick leave for a long time. Pray for Grace’s brother, Russel who is trying out a new medication for his tremor. Pray for him to be in good health and wellbeing.
5. YWAM Singapore: David and Tessa
5.1 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
6.1. 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.
6.2 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
1.1 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.
1.2 Pray for God’s provision to meet the financial needs of TK’s family.
2. South Asia : GEMS
2.1 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.
2.2 Pray for India as the country is badly affected by the pandemic - many people are without jobs and the poor are suffering without basic necessities.
2.3 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
3.1. Pray for a Joseph’s health. He has had a persistent cough for almost a month.
3.2. Pray for the TAN-NW guys who are doing online seminary classes. Pray for them to press on and finish well. Also pray for security.
DAY OF HIS POWER
Even as our nation celebrates National Day in the month of Aug, we want to be keeping our nation in prayer. We will do this as the larger Body of Christ in Singapore by joining other churches in LoveSingapore’s prayer event called Day of His Power. Let’s ask together for God to bless Singapore on her 57th birthday, that our nation will fulfil her purposes in God.
This prayer event will replace our usual monthly Corporate Prayer Meeting for August only.
Date: Monday 8 August, 8pm to 9.30pm
Venue: Living Sanctuary Brethren Church, L2 Auditorium
Bethesda Ground, 2 Hougang Street 22 , Singapore 538728
* Participants will need to be fully vaccinated as this event will exceed 500pax
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
BEREAVEMENT
Our condolences to the family of the late:
💐 Mdm Ang Tee
WEDDING
Our congratulations to:
Lin Houxu & Tan Li Ling who were united in Holy Matrimony on 16 Jul 2022
JOB OPPORTUNITIES
TRAC PASTORS RECRUITMENT - VOCATIONAL CONVERSATIONS
Want to know more about the pastoral ministry? Ever wanted to know what TRAC pastors do? Vocational Conversations is an interactive session where you can explore more about your calling into full-time pastoral ministry.
Hear stories and testimonies from various pastors about their journey into the vocation and how the Lord has led them. This session is especially suited for those who have an interest or are discerning their call into the pastoral ministry. Come join the conversation.
Saturday 1 Oct 2022 | 9am-12pm at Toa Payoh Methodist Church
Register at tiny.cc/TRAC_discern by 5 Sep
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.
Communications Executive (Social Media)
Job Overview
As part of the church Communications team, the Communications Executive is responsible for the effective communication of the church vision and mission, and the publicity and promotion of its events and activities.
Key Responsibilities
Manage social media for PLMC
Manage PLMC website
Assist in publicity and promotion of church events and in archiving of church records
Any other duties as assigned by the Pastor-in-Charge
Requirements
Diploma or degree in digital media, mass communication, multimedia or related disciplines
Minimum two years experience in corporate communications or marketing with hands-on social media management portfolio
Enjoy working on creative projects
Meticulous in attention to detail and a good track record in multi-tasking
Good command of spoken and written English essential. Strong command of Mandarin will be an advantage
Strong computer skills: in particular, a sound knowledge of Desktop Publishing tools and design software like Indesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, WordPress etc
Basic photography skills and knowledge of photographic equipment is an advantage
Must be able to work on Sundays
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, Mandarin Ministry
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
PLMC MATTERS
STREAMLINING OF RESTRICTIONS FOR ONSITE SERVICES
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.
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.
STAFF MOVEMENT
Mr Eddie Lee, Executive Assistant, resigned on 15 July 2022. We thank him for his service to the Lord and to PLMC, and we wish him all the best for his future endeavours .
LINKS & RESOURCES
Watch & Listen to our Sermons here:
Watch & Listen to Peranakan & Indonesian
sermons and worship videos here:
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Sermon Reflections & Discussion
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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: 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.