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Life in PLMC told through the eyes of worshippers and staff. In this issue, we feature a worshipper who testifies that God Is Living & Real! 

read more here!

Join us for a time of prayer as we hear from our mission partners serving in Mongolia and Bangladesh. 

Date: 17 May 2023, Wednesday

Time: 8 - 9:30 PM

Venue: Jordan Hall (Level One)

No registration required.

If you have any prayer requests, please email prayernet@plmc.org

Share with us what God has done in and through you at testimonies@plmc.org

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

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

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. 

Our condolences to the family of  the late:

💐 Mr Tan Pang Lock 

Our congratulations to:  

• Mdm Rachel Goh and Mr Daryl Leong on the birth of their twin boys,  Levi & Liam Leong  on 2 May 2023.

In memory of  the late:

💐 Mrs A.G. CALEB

Our congratulations to:

• Bryan Gwan & Tay Yi-Xin who were united in Holy Matrimony on
  6 May  2023.

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

• Outreach Director/Executive

• Communications Executive (Social Media)

• Ministry Executive, Discipleship & Nurture Ministry

• Ministry Executive, Family Life Ministry

• Executive, Worship & Music Ministry

• Executive Assistant, Mandarin Service

For more information on the job opportunities available, please visit our website at plmc.org/about/join-us

1. HOPE Student Care Centre (an Outreach arm of PLMC)

• ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT OF HOPE STUDENT CARE CENTRE

BASIC ROLE

The Assistant Superintendent supports the Superintendent in the planning, and organising for staffing, program development and implementation, and budgeting.   He/she will be responsible for the efficient day-to-day running of the Student Care Centre, which includes but is not limited to the following:

1. Assisting the Superintendent in the general administration and financial management of the Centre.

2. Enhancing the centre’s administrative policies, procedures, and rules. 

3. Monitoring staff movement and pupil movement in and out of Centre; as well as

4. Overseeing the staff and pupil welfare of the Centre.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Personnel Management

• Assists the Superintendent in the annual staff performance appraisal.

• Assists the Superintendent in providing sound leadership, direction, guidance, supervision, and motivation for all the staff.

• Oversees the movement of staff in and out of the Centre.

• Provides staff counselling, coaching, and disciplining whenever required.

2. Student Matters

• Oversees the movement of pupils in and out of the Centre.

• Oversees the pupil welfare of the Centre 

• Provides pupil coaching and discipling whenever required

• Supervise and provide guidance to the students in their studies. 

3. Others

Assists in the implementation, planning and execution of the curriculum and  programs.

Assists in the promotion and dissemination of news and publicity about the Centre  

Assists in the planning and coordinating of programmes, with external vendors

and liaising with relevant government authorities to ensure compliance with all government regulations. 

Maintains and monitors proper records of Centre’s daily activities,  e.g. accidents, discipline actions taken by staff 

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 Diploma or higher

• Minimum 3 years of working experience in the related field

• Student Care related course certificates or Early Childhood in Education training   will be advantageous 

• Required Skill(s): Leadership, manpower management, programme planning, coordination, programme execution, operation planning, communication skills

• Computer Skills – Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and experience with apps for social media is advantageous 

• PROGRAMME STAFF (HOPE STUDENT CARE CENTRE)

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:

1. Implement and executes programs for the students 

2. Supervise and guide the children (Primary 1 to 6) in their study to ensure completion of daily homework

3. Guide students in creating good habits in their daily lives

4. 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, collect of fees and 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 ad 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.  Trinity Annual Conference

Vacancy for the position of:

• Administrative Assistant (https://www.trac-mcs.org.sg/index.php/about-us/trac-jobs/trac-admin-assistant)

• Senior Executive/Assistant Manager (IT) (https://www.trac-mcs.org.sg/index.php/about-us/trac-jobs/trac-job-snr-it)

3.  Sengkang Methodist Church

Vacancy for the position of:

• Local Ministry Staff (Youth & Young Adult Ministry) (http://skmc.org.sg/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/SKMC-LMS-Youth-and-YAM-Hiring.pdf)

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