We thank God that countries around the world are reopening their borders, allowing us to restart Short Term Mission Trips to Indonesia, Cambodia, Thailand and Malaysia. 

Enquires and registration: missions@plmc.org

DISCIPLE Course Programme

DISCIPLE is a four-part study programme that brings you on a journey through the Bible from survey of the entire Bible (DISCIPLE 1) to deeper understanding by focusing on individual books (DISCIPLE 2, 3 & 4). The aim of this series is not merely information, but the transformation of heart and mind as you allow God’s Word to get into you and change you. In 2023, we are offering two classes of DISCIPLE 1; one in the morning and one in the evening. We are also offering one evening class for DISCIPLE 4. Details of the classes are given below.

DISCIPLE I:

BECOMING DISCIPLES THROUGH BIBLE STUDY is the Foundational Overview. This first DISCIPLE bible study serves as the basis for all other studies in the DISCIPLE family that follow. Over the course of 34 weeks, DISCIPLE covers the entire Bible (Old and New Testaments), following the biblical story from Creation to New Jerusalem.

All participants must attend an online introductory session on 7 Feb 2023 @ 730pm. The fee is $25 for the study manual. Graduation Service on 6 Nov 2023.

Morning Session

Dates: Tuesdays, 14 Feb 2023 - 17 Oct 2023

Time: 9.30am - 12pm

Venue: Onsite

Facilitators: Candice Chia and Low Kwang Meng

Afternoon Session

Dates: Tuesdays, 14 Feb 2023 -17 Oct 2023

Time: 7.30pm - 10pm

Venue: Hybrid (Onsite/Online)

Facilitators: Judy Chiam and Andy Toh

DISCIPLE IV:

UNDER THE TREE OF LIFE conveys the promise of finding shelter, security, and rest in God’s love. In this 32-week study of the Old Testament Writings, the Gospel of John, the Epistles of John, James, Jude and, finally, Revelation, participants will see the entire process of living toward final completion of rest and reward.

Pre-requisite: Must have graduated from DISCIPLE 1.

Dates: Mondays, 13 Feb 2023 - 9 Oct 2023; Graduation Service on 6 Nov 2023

Time: 7.30pm - 10pm

Fee: $25 for study manual

Venue: Hybrid (Onsite/Online)

Facilitator: Low Kwang Meng

Register at https://bit.ly/3D8uKYa

Are you curious about what Christianity is? You want to share the gospel with a friend or family member, but do not know how? Join us or invite them to the Alpha Course. The Alpha Course is an opportunity to explore the Christian faith in a relaxed environment. It is a practical introduction to the basics of Christianity centred around a talk and small group discussion.

Who is Alpha for?

Anyone can come to the Alpha Course! You don’t need to be a Christian or churchgoer to qualify. We welcome anyone who is interested to know more about the Christian faith, and what God says about life.

What is it?

Alpha is a series of interactive sessions that explore the meaning of life. A topic is explored followed by a discussion where you can freely ask questions and share your opinions. It’s fun, relaxed, and totally no pressure.

When?

The course will happen on Saturdays, 18 Feb 2023 to 1 Apr 2023, from 10am and 12.30pm.

Topics:

• Introduction: Is There More to Life Than This? 

• Who is Jesus? Why Did Jesus Die? 

• How Can I Have Faith? Why & How Do I Pray? 

•  Why & How Should I Read The Bible? How does God guide us? 

• Who is the Holy Spirit? What Does the Holy Spirit do? 

• Holy Spirit Weekend. How to be filled with the Holy Spirit? 

• How can I resist evil? How should I tell others? 

• Does God heal? What about the church?

Dates: Saturdays, 18 Feb 2023 to 1 Apr 2023.

Time: 10am – 12.30pm

Facilitators: Team ALPHA

Venue: Onsite

Cost: FOC

 Register at https://bit.ly/3D2CGdr

PLMC Marriage Preparation Course will help you and your partner understand your relationship with each other, even as you are exploring marriage. 

Topics covered include Biblical view of marriage, expressing feelings and learning to listen, importance of commitment, resolving conflict, talking about goals and values, keeping love alive, and dealing with finances.

Those who are planning to get married are encouraged to attend this course at least one year before the wedding date.  Please note that this course is only held once a year.

Dates

Thursdays 16, 23, 30 Mar, 13, 20, 27 Apr, 4 May 2023 (7:30-9:45pm at Chapel)

Details of Weekly Sessions

This course is based on and uses the materials of The Marriage Preparation Course (published by Alpha International), which was developed by Nicky and Sila Lee who are on staff at Holy Trinity Brompton, London, UK.  Besides viewing the video teaching by Nicky & Sila each week, there are also live speaker sessions, couple discussion time and sharing with other participants in small groups.

In addition, there is a couple assessment called the Prepare/Enrich Assessment that seeks to identify the couple’s strengths and areas for growth.  Each participating couple will have to complete the assessment online.  A designated counsellor will subsequently arrange to meet with each couple to review the results of their assessment.

Register

Email Andy Toh to sign up by 12 Feb 2023 at familylife@plmc.org.

Cost is $100 per couple. Payment needs to be made when your sign-up is confirmed.

Please take note of the policy on the use of the PLMC Sanctuary for weddings at the Church website at https://plmc.org/care-help/wedding/

Feel free to contact Andy Toh at familylife@plmc.org for any clarification.

We will be celebrating the Lunar New Year with ONE combined onsite service at 9am on 22 Jan. It will be broadcast at 9am on live.plmc.org and at 11.15am on ms.live.plmc.org. Coffee and tea refreshments will not be available that morning.

There will be NO Youth Service on Sat 21 Jan and NO Children's Ministry Silver Boxes, Mandarin Service and Filipino Service on Sun 22 Jan.

Collect your set of exclusive PLMC ang pow packets and orange bag from the Church Reception during office hours from Mon to Fri 16 to 20 Jan (except Wed) from 10am to 4pm. Please collect only ONE set per person (while stocks last) so that most of our worshippers can get one.

Mark down your calendar!

Some details of the tour: https://plmc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/PLMC-ISR-JOR-Tour-eBrochure-0032081-English-only.pdf 

The PLMC First Local Conference 2023 will be held on Tuesday, 31 January 2023, at 7.30 pm at the Conference Room, Level 3, Covenant Centre, to transact the following business:

1. Confirmation and Adoption of Minutes of the Last Local Conference 2022 held on 27 September 2022. 

2. Matters Arising from the above Minutes 

3. Adoption of Plans and Programmes for 2023: 

4. Pastors’ Report 

5. Objectives and Highlights of Ministries and Organisations 

6. Calendar of Events 2023 

7. Adoption of Revised Budget for FY 2022-2023 

8. Adoption of the Audited Financial Statements for the year ended 31 July 2022 

9. Any Other Matter 

Do keep the First Local Conference and our church leadership in prayer.

Have you ever wondered why the pulpit cloth changes colours and has different symbols on it each time it is changed? Do the words “Advent”, “Epiphany” and “Kingdomtime” mean anything to you?

The Liturgical or Church Year is broken into seasons, starting from Advent and ending with Kingdomtide. It is a traditional way to remember and observe the various aspects of the life of Christ and His Church that has been used since the early days of Christianity. Each season has its own colour and symbols that serve as visual mnemonics. 

The season of Epiphany in the Church Calendar follows after Christmastide. Epiphany, meaning “revelation” or “manifested”, refers to the revelation of the Christ to the Gentiles as symbolised by the Magi, and, therefore, to all the peoples of the Earth. Epiphany focuses on Jesus’ early life, His baptism, and the wedding feast at Cana. The themes are on renewal and missions. The season’s colour is green, the symbol of growth, spring and new life. Epiphany is from 6 January to Shrove Tuesday, the day before Ash Wednesday, which marks the beginning of Lent.

We begin a perpetual 2-Year Bible Reading Plan on 1 January 2023.

• Download 2 Year ROAD Bible Reading Plan 

Relive all the wonderful events in the Year of Celebration: Tapestry of Power & Love here!

Download: https://bit.ly/HBPLMC90thANNI