Sunday 7 Aug 2022
9th Sunday after Pentecost/ Pledge Sunday/National Day Sunday
Blessed 57th Birthday, Singapore
We praise and thank you, dear God, for the many blessings You have poured out on our beloved country. May we be loyal citizens who work hard to maintain and better what our forefathers have sacrificed for. Make us a people blessed to bless, Father, that all will know that You are Lord over our land. In Jesus' name. Amen.
11.15am Mandarin Service Online (MS.LIVE.PLMC.ORG) / 9am Onsite only
Separated Unto God; 为神分别为圣
1 Peter 1: 13 – 2:3; 彼得前书1: 13 – 2:3
Separated Unto God; 为神分别为圣
1 Peter 1: 13 – 2:3; 彼得前书1: 13 – 2:3
Onsite @Covenant Chapel 9.00am & 11.15am
Speaker: Rev Vincent Goh, 吴坤泉牧师, Interpreter: Ms Judith Ng, 黄雅春传道
Saturday 6 Aug 2022, 4.30pm
Kingdom Living in the Last Days (1)
1 Peter 1:1-12
Onsite @Covenant Chapel 4.30pm
Rev Dr Kow Shih Ming
Onsite Services - Every Sunday, except for the first Sunday of each month, the Filipino service will join the main services for service and Holy Communion.
Filipino Service
Day/Time: Sunday, 2.00pm
Online: Live-streamed on facebook.com/plmcfs
Please register at reservation.plmc.org from every Monday, 10am.
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.
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!
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!
CELEBRATING
HOLY COMMUNION ONSITE & ONLINE
AS A PLMC FAMILY
Please ensure that you have the Holy Communion elements
with you before the start of the services.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Highlights 7 Aug
Me, A Missionary?
Recruitment of Modern Contemporary Dancers
Day Of His Power
Pledge Sunday - Giving To The Lord
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.
TITHES & OFFERING
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.
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
2nd Offering Beneficiary: 90th ANNIVERSARY BLESSINGS FUND
Under Reference No. enter
S92 for 9am English Service or S112 for 11.15am English Service
MS92 for 9am Mandarin Service or MS112 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
CHILDREN'S MINISTRY
Silver Boxes
1. We thank God for the increase in the number of children who are attending Silver Boxes onsite. We continue to pray for each child to grow up in wisdom, in stature and in favour with God and Man.
2. We also thank God for the leaders who have returned to serve in Silver Boxes. We pray that there will be more leaders who will come to serve alongside with us, to minister to the children.
3. Pray for our upcoming Teachers' Day celebrations on 28 August as we partner with the Crossover Camp Committee and the Planning Committee.
Sonshine Kids
1. Pray for our outreach and follow-up to the Hope SCC children and Covenant Kindergarten, on our 6 August Games Day. We pray there will be many responses, and for the harvest field.
2. Pray for Teachers' Day Program on 3 September. May each child who comes to Sonshine Kids be blessed as they honour their teacher.
DISCIPLESHIP AND NURTURE
Let us cover our nation in prayer as we celebrate our National Day, that Singapore may grow in the way of the Lord, that every believer in Christ may boldly declare His truth by their words, actions, and way of living.
We praise God for the many participants who joined the Zoom teaching on the Holy Spirit in Jul. May their hearts be continually stirred, their minds be constantly renewed, and their lives consciously expressing God’s truth, always guided by the Holy Spirit.
We pray for the upcoming courses – Companions in Christ, Following the Footsteps of Paul in Turkey & Greece, the Alpha Course, the Biblical Graduate School of Theology Course, and the Baptism & Membership Class. Let’s pray for every aspect of their preparation, participation, and operation.
MANDARIN SERVICE
Pray for the worship ministry team. As we embark on a new season, pray for God’s greater anointing upon the team. Ask God to help us to be sensitive to His leading, love Him with all our hearts, all our minds and all our souls. May God always be the center of our worship and may Jesus' name be lifted high in every gathering of His people.
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 families of the late:
💐 Mr Lau Choon Siang
💐 Mr Will Yeo Seng Gim
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.
LINKS & RESOURCES
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
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.