Sunday 9 Jan 2022/
Staff & Church Leaders Dedication
1st Sunday in Epiphany
WORSHIP SERVICES
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Lead Like Jesus 1: Foundational Principles
Romans 12:6-8
Onsite @Sanctuary 9am &11.15am:
Rev Dr Kow Shih Ming
Knowing God As We Rebuilt; 在我们重建之时认识神
Haggai 2: 3-9; 哈该书2:3- 9
Onsite @Covenant Chapel 11.15am
Speaker: Rev Christopher Chin, 陈德立牧师, Interpreter: Mr Eddie Lee, 李金松弟兄
Saturday 8 Jan 2022, 4.30pm
"What Am I Doing in YM?"
James 2:18
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.
Sunday 9 Jan 22, 2.00pm
What a Friend I Have In Jesus
Matthew 27:51
Onsite @Covenant Chapel 2.00pm
Rev Jacob Lim
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!
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.
I'M NEW! TELL ME MORE ABOUT JESUS!
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
Highlights 9 Jan
Re-Opening of Church Office and Operation Hours
Disciple 1 & 2 Courses
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 a few more testimonies of participants who have completed the last Companions In Christ series.
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
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
OUTREACH MINISTRY
Dearest friends and co-labourers of God,
I greet you in the Name of Jesus Christ our Saviour. Please pray along with me:
O God our Heavenly Father, we thank You and praise You that You are making all things new. In that light, You have given us this new year to start afresh so that we can be assured that in every situation we face, Your grace is constantly being renewed! We know that because of Your great love, we are not consumed (by any situation or circumstance) for Your compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is Your faithfulness, O God! (Lam 3:22-24).
As we begin this new year, we pray for all the people in our community. We pray for the children in the community, those in Hope Student Care Centre, and those in the Anglican Family Centre. We pray that as they begin a new school year, You give them the strength and energy to focus on their studies and to concentrate on what is required. We also ask that You surround them with good friends who will include them into their groups and teams as they do their school projects and have fun with each other. We pray that You provide them with godly teachers who will nurture them with good values and good attitudes. Light the spark in the children’s’ hearts to realise that Your Son Jesus Christ always welcomes them into His Kingdom and doesn’t turn any of them away.
We pray for our homeless and rough-sleeper friends, O God. For those who still choose to remain outdoors, we pray that You will give them protection from harm, especially the Covid-19 variants whatever they may be. For those who are looking to find homes, we pray that You will smoothen the paths for them to find a roof over their heads. We know Your heart, Heavenly Father, that You do not wish to see them homeless. Neither do we. And in accordance with Your desire, we pray that they will be able to find homes.
We pray for the elderly in the community, especially those we minister to in the St Luke’s Eldercare Centres and the ECON Medicare Centre. In this new year, give them good health so that as we minister to them, they will come to realise that You are their Divine Healer, and that they, too, can cry, “Heal me, O Lord, and I shall be healed; save me and I shall be saved, for You are my praise.” (Jer 17:14). We pray for the staff and caregivers in the centres, that they shall be blessed with wisdom, forbearance, and strength to manage and take care of our elderly friends.
We pray for those who are hungry and needy – those who hunger for actual food as well as for righteousness, and those who need financial support as well as emotional support. We humbly ask, O God, that as we reach out to them as a family blessed to bless the community and the nations, that You will give us a renewed spirit and energy to bring them Your hope and Your love. Allow us to feed them and support them materially and spiritually. Give us the ability to show them that You can restore their dignity, their self-worth, and their self-esteem by restoring Your image in them.
In Jesus’ name we pray, Amen!
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
BEREAVEMENT
Our condolences to the family of the late:
💐 Mdm Chen Jim Heng
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/
Finance Executive
Job Overview
You will lead and be responsible for all the church's financial accounting processes and practices. You will ensure that all financial procedures are fully aligned and complied 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, and sound financial stewardship and clear communication in matters related to all financial aspect
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
Process all payments, ensure they are appropriately approved before timely disbursement
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
Other ad-hoc duties as assigned by the Pastor-In-Charge
Requirements
Degree in Accounting, professional accountancy qualification or equivalent
At least 3 – 5 years relevant experience with financial operations, familiar with ACCPAC
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
Must be able to work on Sundays
2. Executive Assistant
Job Overview
To provide comprehensive administrative support, liaison and coordination, ensuring the smooth running of the church ministries.
Key Responsibilities
Provide general operational support for the church administration
Provide administrative and logistics support to the pastors, staff, church services, events and activities as assigned
Organise, maintain documents and filing system
Undertake projects and any other tasks assigned by the Pastor-In-Charge
Requirements
GCE “O”/”A” Level /Diploma certificate
Minimum 3 years relevant working experience
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
Executive, Mandarin Ministry
Assistant to Pastor-in-Charge
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):
Media Producer https://tinyurl.com/BPMC-JobAdv-Media-Producer
Administrative Assistant - Mainly for Chinese works https://tinyurl.com/BPMC-JobAdv-Admin-Asst
Vacancy for the position of HR and Accounts Executive/Assistant at Pentecost Methodist Church
PLMC MATTERS
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.
CHURCH OFFICE
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
STAFF MOVEMENT
Bishop Emeritus Wee Boon Hup, Ms Sylvia Chan and Mr Ng Choon Hwee retired from their service with effect from 1 Jan 2022. We would like to thank them for their services to God and His church, and wish them every blessing in their future endeavours.
We welcome Ms Emily Ong as Executive Assistant into the PLMC family. Please give her a warm welcome when you see her around the church!
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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, or have a valid PET
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, or have a valid PET
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, or have a valid PET
*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, or have a valid PET
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.