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THIS WEEK’S SERVICES

A FAMILY BLESSED TO BLESS THE COMMUNITY AND THE NATIONSAddress: 5 Boundary Road S(549954) • Tel: 6285 1234 Email: communications@plmc.org Website: www.plmc.org • Facebook: PayaLebarMethodistChurch • Instagram: PLMC_SG

infocusSunday, 22 Jul 2018

9th Sunday after Pentecost

TODAY, 22 JUL7.30amPeranakan ServiceSpeaker: Nyonya Emily LimSermon Title: Keistimewaan DoaScripture Lesson: Ester 4:1-16

9am & 11.15amSanctuary & Celebration ServicesSpeaker: Bishop Emeritus Dr Wee Boon HupSermon Title: Solid FoodScripture Lesson: Hebrews 5:11-14

9am Youth ServiceSpeakers: Rev Wendy Tay, Ms Caitlin Foo, Ms Rachel Loh, Ms Bernice TohSermon Title: Declaration Over Tenacious Sons And DaugthersScripture Lesson: 1 Corinthians 15:58

9am & 11.15amMandarin ServicesSpeaker: Mr Sng Cheng KiangSermon Title: The Elder BrotherScripture Lesson: Luke 15:25-32

1.30pmFilipino ServiceSpeaker: Rev Fitero Garlitos IV Sermon Title: A Refuge In The High Places Scripture Lesson: Joshua 20:1-9; Deuteronomy 4:43; Joshua 21:38; 1 Chronicles 6:80

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If you wish to be involved in a vibrant community of believers - sharing life experiences, encouraging one another, developing deep fellowship with others, praying and being prayed for, worshipping and studying God’s Word - join a cell group TODAY! For more information, email cellministry@plmc.org.

PLMC Inner Healing Ministry An inner healing and deliverance ministry (which uses Sozo tools) that helps you enhance your personal connection with God, empowering you to fulfil your God-given purpose. For appointments or enquiries, email plihm@plmc.org or call 81190555.

Counselling ServicesAre you feeling overwhelmed and stressed with struggles in your life and need someone to share with? You can contact our trained counsellors for an appointment at pastoralcare@plmc.org or 62851234.

The Manger (Cry Room)The Manger is located at Level 3 of the Sanctuary and is strictly reserved for families with children below the age of 3 years. Children 3 to 12 years old are strongly encouraged to attend Silver Boxes*, our children’s programme at Level 1 of the Sanctuary. We also have Shiny Tots ministry* at 9.30am and at 12pm if your child is between the ages of 12 months to 30 months. If you or your child is unwell, please refrain from using The Manger as the germs can spread easily. *Sessions not avaliable on first Sunday of each month.

SAT, 28 JUL4.00pm - Peranakan Fellowship (Jerusalem Room)

BereavementOur condolences to the family of the late: • Mdm Yah Ah Luan

WeddingOur congratulations to: Nathan Seah & Roxanne Lee who were united in Holy Matrimony on 14 Jul 2018.

New BirthOur congratulations to Christopher Leung & Gloria Koh on the birth of their daughter, Abigail Leung on 2 Jul 2018.

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COMMUNITY BIBLE EXPERIENCE (CBE) READ BIG...READ REAL...READ TOGETHER As an expression of the WORD component of PLMC’s DNA of SPIRIT-WORD-COMMUNITY, we enter into the adventure of reading the whole of the New Testament together as a church family.

Frequently Asked QuestionsQn 1. I am not in a cell group. How do I participate in the CBE?Ans. If you are not in a cell, please register at the booth in the Fellowship Hall TODAY. The small groups will meet on Thursdays, 7.30pm to 9.30pm and on Saturdays, 10am to 12pm, with a choice of the 8-week reading plan or 16-week reading plan.

Qn 2. When will the CBE be launched?Ans. We will launch the CBE on Sunday, 5 Aug 2018

Note: For NON-CELLED participants who have ordered the printed copy of the Books of the Bible: New Testament, please collect your copy at the Fellowship Hall next Sunday 29 Jul, 10.45am – 1.15pm. For CELLED participants, your Cell Leaders will collect the books on your behalf TODAY.

GB Collection WeekThe Girl’s Brigade 75th Company from Punggol Primary School, which PLMC is supporting, and the Girl’s Brigade 4th Company from Paya Lebar Methodist Girls Secondary School, which is part of PLMC’s School Outreach Ministry, will be in church TODAY, 22 Jul to collect donations for their activities. Do give generously to this very worthy cause.

Encounter God NightDo you hunger for more in your walk with the Lord? If you have a desire for deeper intimacy with God, come for the monthly Encounter God meetings where we desire to build a safe place for us to grow in intimacy through deep worship, prayer and moving in the gifts of the Spir-it. Come together with your family and cell group for a precious me to encoun-ter the God of restoration and healing. Date/Time: Thursday, 16 Aug 2018/7.30 pm • Venue: Covenant Chapel

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SathiasingamWe would like to congratulate Rev Dr Lynette Sathiasingam on being conferred the title of Doctor of Ministry (D.Min) from Asbury Theological Seminary, USA, on 19 May 2018. We wish her all of God’s blessings as she continues in serving the Lord.

PLMC Church Camp 2019The next PLMC Church Camp will be held in June 2019. Volunteer your service and help shape and organise the camp. The organising committee is looking for vol-unteers to serve in the following areas:• Publicity & Communications• Camp Event Announcements / Emcee• Prayer & Intercession• Organising of Activities & GamesPlease contact Lee Hon Leong @ 9752 1928 or lee_honleong@hotmail.com for more information.

Mandarin Service Senior Oikos Outreach EventThis befriending event reaches out to our pre-believing family members or friends who are 65 years old and above. It will feature a health talk in Manda-rin - “Practical Tips to Maintain Healthy Knees”. Other than the health-talk-cum-exercise, there will be a sumptuous lunch and sampling of traditional snacks. Oth-er highlights include an angklong perfor-mance by the elderly, and games. Please register at the Contact Point by 29 Jul 2018. For enquiries, please email livingstones@plmc.org.Date/Time: Saturday, 4 Aug 2018/10am-1pm • Venue : Chapel • Cost: $4

DISCIPLE 1 CourseDISCIPLE 1 Course is a 34-week program of disciplined Bible study aimed at devel-oping disciples of Christ. It covers both the Old and New Testaments with equal time, emphasizing the wholeness of the Bible as the revelation of God. DISCIPLE draws upon insights of scholars, person-al Bible reading and study by the partici-pants, and group discussion to aid under-standing of the Bible. If you are interested to find out more about the course, sign up for the Introduction Session at the Contact Point. For more information con-tact Kwang Meng at 6285 1234 or email to kwangmeng@plmc.org. Sign up by 29 Jul 2018.COMMITMENT AND TIME INVOLVED:Three and a half to four hours of inde-pendent study each week in preparation for weekly group meetings. Introduction Session: Sunday, 12 Aug 2018 (Compulsory) • Time: 2pm-4pm Venue: Jerusalem Room

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The Parenting Children Course is a 5-session course designed for any parent or care givers of children. Participants get to watch videos and participate in small group discussions facilitated by our church members. Topics include: Building Strong Foundations, Meeting our Children’s Needs, Setting Boundaries, Teaching Healthy Relationships, Encouraging Responsibility and Passing on Beliefs and Values. Dates/Time: Fridays; 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31 Aug 2018/7.30pm-9.30pmVenue: Jordan Hall • Cost: $6.00 (for manual) • Closing Date: 29 Jul 2018

Young Adults MinistryYoung Adults Retreat 2018The Young Adults Ministry is organising our annual retreat to Johor Bahru. We have engaged an exciting speaker, Joseph Chean, from YWAM Singapore who will be speaking on “Following Jesus in the Urban World”. He is a dynamic and passionate speaker who is able to ignite young adults’ passion and sense of purpose for God in their workplaces and schools as passionate Christians. This year, we will also be going on a food trail and exploring the delicious food in JB. Please contact Emanuel at 6285 1234 or emanuel@plmc.org for more information.Dates: Fri-Sun; 10-12 Aug 2018 • Venue: KSL, JB • Meeting place/Time: PLMC Fellowship hall/9am • Dismissal Place/Time: PLMC Fellowship hall/4pm (rough estimate) • Cost: Working adult - $120; Non-Working adult (Students and NSFs) - $60 Registration: http://bit.ly/YARetreat2018 Closing Date: 29 Jul

Spiritual Practices for Devotion (2)Come and find out how the spiritual prac-tices of submission, service and simplicity can lead us into freedom from self-cen-tredness, anxious control, false humility and materialism and into grateful joyful living with our Lord. We will look at the biblical understanding of submission, service and simplicity and explore prac-tical ways of living them out in our ordi-nary everyday life. Please sign up at Con-tact Point. For more information please contact Soo Hoong at soohoong@plmc.org or call church office at 62851234.Dates: Saturdays, 4 & 11 Aug 2018 Time: 9am-12.30pm • Venue: Haven Cost: $10 per person Closing Date: TODAY

Wise Woman Camp – For Single WomenThe Wise Woman Camp is organized by Forerunner Foundation to teach that through their uniqueness, they can function and become role models. The meaning of a Wise Woman: a woman who applies the Word of God in her daily life. During the Camp, there will be inter-active teaching, prayer, and ministry.Dates: Fri-Sun; 27-29 Jul 2018 • Ven-ue: Mapex Centre, 37 Jalan Perminpin, #07-11, Singapore 577177 (Across Ma-rymount MRT Station) • Cost: $120 • Registration: Please call Dewi at 9755 1758

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Service (WSCS) Events1. Kueh-Making FellowshipIn conjunction with our 86th anniversary celebrations, discover a part of PL’s heritage. Come and learn how to make mouth-watering Peranakan Nonya Kueh Salat and Ceng Kodok Pisang. Watch how layers of butterfly pea flower-coloured rice and sweet kaya custard, and mashed bananas transform into tea-time favourites. Invite a pre-believer friend (FOC) and have a jolly good time on a Saturday afternoon as you learn the art and thereafter enjoy the kuehs with tea.Date: Saturday, 4 Aug 2018 Time: 2.00pm-4.30pm Venue: Fellowship Hall • Cost: $5.00 (pre-believers FOC)

2. TRAC WSCS 43rd AGM Dates: 19-22 Oct 2018 Venue: Amari, Johore BahruFind out more at WSCS Registration table. Closing Date: 31 Jul 20183. PLMC WSCS AGM cum High Tea (All are welcome!)Date: Saturday, 25 Aug 2018 Time: 2.00pm-4.30pm Venue: Conference Room Speaker: Rev Irene Thung Please register for these events at the WSCS table on 22 & 29 July 2018 (between services).

Glowing Years Ministry (GYM)1. GYM – Singapore Garden Festival 2018 (Gardens by the Bay)Date/Time: Saturday, 28 Jul 2018/8.15am-1pm • Venue: PLMC

Plaza • Cost*: $11 (Adult), $7 (above 60 years) *Cost includes complimentary pass to Flower Dome and 2-way transport2. GYM Zumba Fitness (Open to all Ages)Dates/Time: Saturdays; 4, 11, 18 & 25 Aug 2018/4.30pm (1hr) • Venue: Haven • Cost: $25 • Trainer: Janice Fong3. TRAC Senior Ministry’s Weekday Prayer and Worship Services Dates/Time: Jul-Nov 2018/2.30pm-4.00pm • Venue: Faith Methodist Church (Please pick up a flyer at GYM counter)4. GYM Sentosa Outreach Tour - In Collaboration with Health Promotion Board Date/Time: Tuesday, 21 Aug 2018/7am-1.00pm • Venue: PLMC Plaza • Cost: $4 Two-way transport provided. Bring your friends, Sports Attire

For more details, refer to the GYM Notice Board opposite the breakfast counter in the Fellowship Hall or contact Henry Goh at 9673 7378 or Evelyn Chua at 9112 2091.

*Please note that registration for courses, talks, workshops, events & activities, Missions trips and any other activites mentioned in this bulletin is strictly on a first-come-first-served basis. Once the maximum number of participants has been reached, the event or activity will be deemed to be full regardless of the closing date originally stated. All information in this bulletin is deemed to be correct as at the date of publication.

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1. As our church’s financial year draws to a close on 31 July, let us thank God for his abundant provision which has made it possible for us to reach out to the community and the nations. May we submit to His Lordship as He guides us to use the gifts, talents and resources He has blessed us with to further the ex-tension of His Kingdom.

2. Pray for guidance and wisdom for the LCEC which meets on 24 July.

3. Using the 40-day prayer guide, pray for the well-being of Singapore and its citizens. Let us also pray for one anoth-er so that in our hearts we may “… re-vere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect,” (1 Peter 3:15, NIV).

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PLMC is looking for suitable candidates to join the staff team as Communica-tions ExecutiveJob Scope: • Reports to the Director of

Communications and/or the Pastor over-seeing Communications

• Responsible for the visual impact and creative design of print materials, web pages and video content

• Develop artwork and update existing collaterals

• Assist to co-ordinate and conceptualize, where necessary, collaterals and publications including weekly service bulletins, ministry inserts, church magazines, conference reports etc...

• Assist with website and social media management

• Assist in publicity of major events of the church and in archiving of church records

• Any other duties as assigned by the Pastor-in-Charge

Requirements: • Diploma or degree in mass

communication, graphic design, illustration, multimedia or related disciplines

• Minimum two years’ experience in corporate communications or public relations with hands-on graphic design portfolio

• Enjoy working on creative projects• Meticulous in attention to detail and

a good track record in multi-tasking• 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

• Must be able to work on Sundays• Must be able to work independently,

have self-initiative and meet deadlines promptly

• A passionate and dedicated team-player

• Only Singaporeans and PRs may apply

We invite interested applicants to email detailed resume together with current and expected salary and a recent photo-graph to recruit@plmc.org, or send the information by post to – Director of AdministrationPaya Lebar Methodist Church5 Boundary Road, S(549954)(only shortlisted candidates will be notified)