13 August 2023
11th Sunday After Pentecost
11.15am Onsite only
Be Prepared
Matthew 3:1-12
Onsite @ Sanctuary 9am & 11.15am :
Rev Jacob Lim
View past English services in Sermon Library
9am Onsite only
Across The Generations, 跨越世代的计划
Matthew 1:1-17, 马太福音 1:1-17
Onsite @Covenant Chapel 9am & 11.15am :
Ms Judith Ng, 黄雅春传道
Speaking to One Another in Love and Truth
Ephesians 4:14-16
Onsite @ Covenant Chapel 2.00pm:
Rev Vincent Goh
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.
On the third Sunday of each month, the Peranakan congregation meets at the Jerusalem Room at 9am for the Peranakan-Indonesian Fellowship.
All are welcome!
There is a King
Matthew 1:1-17
Onsite @ Covenant Chapel 4.30pm:
Rev Joey Chen
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.
ANNOUNCEMENT HIGHLIGHTS & COURSES
PLMC STORIES
Life in PLMC told through the eyes of worshippers and staff. In this issue, we feature Silver Boxes Celebrating Mother's Day, and PLMC Supporting The Unlabelled Run.
TITHES & OFFERING
PLEDGE SUNDAY - GIVING TO THE LORD
We are observing Pledge Sunday on 6 Aug 2023. 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 is 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
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
CORPORATE PRAYER
Pray for Revival
Pray toward personal holiness and renewal.
Pray for a renewed passion for God’s presence and desires.
Pray toward personal and congregation revival through the fresh blowing of God’s Spirit.
Pray for all believers to return to their first love in God.
Pray for Singapore’s Leaders
Pray for the fourth-generation leaders so that they will have the fear of God and wisdom from God.
Pray for integrity and righteousness of God in the fourth-generation leaders so that they will not be easily influenced by the voices of the people.
Bless every minister as they give their life sacrificially.
Pray for unity and God’s protection over their health, and family. Pray that God will give them understanding, direct their path and keep them pure. (e.g. keep away from self-gain).
Turn Singapore Godward
The number of Christians in Singapore has grown steadily from decade to decade. However, in the last decade from 2010 to 2020, the growth of the Christian population has slowed down significantly, growing only 0.6% over the 10 years.
If we do not do anything about it, my guess is that the 2030 numbers will not be great. Perhaps for the first time, we could even see a decline in the percentage of Christians in Singapore.
Win the Youth
Not only must we realise the importance of reaching more people, but we must also know the strategic significance of reaching more youth. Growing old is natural, reaching the young must be intentional.
We must intentionally win the youths, the students. We need to engage youths today and give them a platform to lead today.
God has called Singapore to Bless the Nations
Singapore has been prophesied to be the Antioch of Asia. Out of Singapore, God desires that we plant churches that will plant churches that will plant yet more churches.
Singapore is a blessed nation. It is not a perfect nation, but it is clearly a blessed nation. And God blesses Singapore to be a blessing.
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 onsite every second 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.
BEREAVEMENT
Our condolences to the family of the late:
💐 Ms Wong Kae Nain
JOB OPPORTUNITIES
JOIN 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.
Ministry Executive, Counselling
Reporting to the Director of Counselling, you will be involved in both counselling and management of clients. As a team leader, you will assist in developing the counselling ministry, and work together with a team of volunteers in delivering effective counselling services to our clients.
Responsibilities:
Provide professional counselling services to individuals, couples, families and groups, and preferably having some knowledge to counsel child and youth clients, to improve their well-being
Evaluate the effectiveness of counselling programmes on clients’ progress in resolving identified problems
Collaborate and network with Supervisor and other staff members as part of clients’ treatment plans, and recommend and implement areas for improvements
Prepare and maintain proper documentation of case records
Develop and conduct training and workshops to enhance the well-being of the community
Any other duties as assigned by the Pastor-in-Charge
Requirements:
Minimum Degree in Counselling or equivalent
At least 3-5 years of relevant experience in pastoral care and counselling work
Passionate and dedicated; a team player
Able to work independently and collaboratively with other ministries
Proactive self-starter with analytical and creative mind, good organizational, communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills
We invite interested applicants to email detailed resume together with current and expected salary to recruit@plmc.org . We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Thank you.
Other Positions
Cell Director
Communications Executive (Social Media)
Ministry Executive, Discipleship & Nurture Ministry
Ministry Executive, Family Life Ministry
Executive Assistant, Mandarin Service
For more information on the job opportunities available, please visit our website at plmc.org/about/join-us
OTHER JOB OPPORTUNITIES
1. HOPE Student Care Centre (an Outreach arm of PLMC)
PROGRAMME STAFF, HOPE STUDENT CARE CENTRE (PART TIME)
BASIC ROLE
The Programme staff supports the Superintendent in the development of programs for students. She/He will be responsible for assisting in the day-to-day operations of the Student Care Centre, which includes but not limited to the following:
Implement and executes programs for the students
Supervise and guide the children (Primary 1 to 6) in their study to ensure completion of daily homework
Guide students in creating good habits in their daily lives
Provide a secure, caring, and loving environment for the students in the Centre.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervise and provide guidance to the students in their studies.
Provides students with opportunities to grow.
Supervise the students in terms of their behaviour and learning habits. Always use positive disciple techniques.
Plans, prepare, and execute programs with the Staff to enhance the total development of the students.
Assist with administrative duties (Enrolment, collection of forms) and upkeep of centre premises.
Ensure safety and timely transfer of students from school to student centre.
Preparation of progress reports for each student.
Participates and support in the Centre’s programmes. (In-house, Outdoor and Outreach)
Performs all other related duties described herein or such other duties as shall be assigned by the Superintendent from time to time.
Job Requirements:
Minimum “O” Level or higher with tutoring experience with Primary school students is advantageous
Able to teach Primary School Subjects
Passionate about working with children
Possess good communication and classroom management skills
Creative and loving energy with a positive disposition
Computer Skills – Microsoft Office and Google Suite
Please email Samantha Seah at samantha@plmc.org. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
2. Ang Mo Kio Methodist Church
Vacancies for the position of:
Senior HR Executive
Pastoral Team Member - Youth Ministry
Pastoral Team Member - Outreach & Cell Ministries
https://www.amkmc.org.sg/job-vacancies/
3. Toa Payoh Chinese Methodist Church
Vacancies for the position of:
Youth Ministry Staff
Administrative Executive
4. Holland Village Methodist Church
Vacancy for the position of:
Accounts Officer
hvmc.sg/careers
5. Christalite Methodist Chapel
Vacancies for the position of:
Lay Ministry/ Executive Staff (School and Childrens’ Ministries)
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1kpxi7gAMwPUJ0rPLT77cVUJ8xP02n0rY/view?usp=sharing
PLMC MATTERS
CHURCH OFFICE OPENING HOURS
The church office is 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
LINKS & RESOURCES
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Sermon Reflections & Discussion
Our Ministries
Pastor-In-Charge
Rev Dr Kow Shih Ming
Pastor
Rev Vincent Goh
Pastor
Rev Jacob Lim
Pastor
Rev Joey Chen
Email: pastoralcare@plmc.org
Admin/Finance/HR
Ms Raquel Cardano
Email: admin@plmc.org (Admin)
Email: finance@plmc.org (Finance)
Email: recruit@plmc.org (HR)
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
Dr Donna Lim
Email: counselling@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
Mandarin Service
Mrs Judith Chua
Email: livingstones@plmc.org
Missions
Dr Scott Tey
Email: missions@plmc.org
Operations
Mr Lee Choon Wee
Email: leechoonwee@plmc.org
Outreach
Mr Eugene Cheong
Email: outreach@plmc.org
Pastoral Care & Spiritual Formation
Ms Teo Soo Hoong
Email: pastoralcare@plmc.org
Prayer
Rev Vincent Goh
Email: prayernet@plmc.org
Testimonies
Email: testimonies@plmc.org
Worship & Music
Mr Paul Seow
Email: wm@plmc.org
Youth Ministry
Mr Joseph Quek
Email: youth@plmc.org
Young Adults Ministry
Mr Joshua Heng
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
English Services
Day/Time: Sunday, 9am & 11.15am
Onsite Location: Sanctuary
Online: Live-streamed on live.plmc.org at 9am only
Mandarin Service
Day/Time: Sunday, 9am & 11.15am
Onsite Location: Covenant Chapel
Online: Live-streamed on ms.live.plmc.org
*Filipino Service
Day/Time: Sunday, 2.00pm
Online: Live-streamed on facebook.com/plmcfs
*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
*The children & Filipino services join the main services for service and Holy Communion on the first Sunday of each month.