MCI Bulletin 22 February 2015 - Methodist Church Of The Incarnation
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MCI Bulletin 22 February 2015 - Methodist Church Of The Incarnation
VISION 2018 Growing Christian Disciples who renew their Worship to God and share Christ’s Love with the community and world. Church Theme 2015: Engaging Members with God’s Word 22 February 2015 Order of Service Musical Prelude Call to Worship Ms Angel Aloysious Celebration of Worship Prayer on Behalf of All Ms Shauna Oh Greetings / MCI News & Concerns Rev Derrick Lau MCS 130th Anniversary Video Offertory Doxology Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow Scripture Lesson Ephesians 4:17-5:2 Sermon Transformed Life in Christ UMH 95 Ms Julia Tong Mr Clive Yam Song of Dedication Benediction Rev Derrick Lau Musical Postlude ________________________ Methodist Church of the Incarnation (MCI) Sunday Service: 9.00 am (Mandarin) | 10.30 am @ JPG Hall (Contemporary English), 11.00 am @ Sanctuary (Traditional English) | 1.30 pm (Hokkien) 31 Teck Whye Lane Singapore 688798 | www.mci.org.sg | [email protected] Office Tel 6765 2209 | Fax 6763 4373 | Kindergarten Tel 6763 0621 Pastor-in-Charge, Rev Derrick Lau Assistant Pastor, Rev Clarence Lee Preacher Matthew Chooi (Mandarin) Administrator, Ms Chris Goh For booking of rooms & general enquiries, contact Ms May Ng 9862 2202 9477 0937 91007345 9009 2235 6765 2209 | | | | [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] | [email protected] 1 MCI NEWS & CONCERNS 1. a) Hi, Welcome to MCI We belong to the family of Jesus Christ and seek to honor and glorify God through Worship, Word, Welcome, Witness and Wonder. We pray that you will be inspired by the worship of the Almighty God and will experience a deeper touch of His love! If you are our GUEST, please feel free to speak with our iWelcome hosts, Mr Philip Yim or Mrs Lau Soo Ping to learn more about our ministry such as Sunday School, Cell Group Ministry, Prayer etc... Pastors and leaders wish all who are celebrating the Lunar New Year a “Blessed & Bountiful Lunar New Year”! b) Rev Clarence Lee is the preacher for our 11.00 am Traditional Service today. Pray for the Lord’s anointing. Sermon: Let’s Boast in the Lord | Jeremiah 9:23-10:16 c) Mr Clive Yam is our preacher today. He is a local preacher and serves actively in a number of ministries @MCI. May the Lord continue to bless and anoint him as he proclaims His Word! 2. The Methodist Church in Singapore is celebrating her 13oth Anniversary in 2015. The Launch Service Today will feature 2 video clips. One is a Message by Bishop and the other is a trailer on “Our Unsung Heroes” to introduce the series of video clips showcasing the ministry of our everyday Methodist in service to the church and the community at large. 3. Prayer Concerns. Let’s pray that… a) the Worship of the Almighty God shall be out utmost priority, both at a personal level as well when we gather as a Body of Christ. May the Spirit deepen our love and devotion towards Him. b) the Word of God via the WORD Pledge through a daily reading and reflection of the Bible will deepen and strengthen our life in Christ. c) our Witness to the community and world will draw people to a loving relationship with Christ, the Head and Founder of the Church. d) God’s healing Grace will touch those who are ill. Pray in particular for our Prime Minster as he recuperates from a recent operation. e) communities that are facing harsh living conditions associated with wars, conflicts and disasters will find peace and shelter. f) All of God’s people shall be holy as He is holy! Let’s continue to pray unceasingly. If you have a prayer concern, you may like to share it with our pastors or email it to [email protected]. Join our Sunday Prayer Team | Intercessions for preachers, worshippers, ministries and church concerns | 9.30 am - 10.15 am | Hope Room | Level III Come early and prepare our hearts and minds for worship. Pastor leads in prayer for your personal needs and concerns from 10.20 am onwards. 2 4. Scripture Memory for January & February 2015: “Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart; I appointed you as a prophet to the nations.” Jeremiah 1:5 5. MCI Church Camp 2015 Registration: Dates: 4 - 7 June 2015 (Thur – Sun)| Venue: Renaissance Hotel in JB, Malaysia Counters are set up @ Social Hall to receive registrations and enquiries. More details can be found on the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ). Camp organisers will also be happy to answer your questions at the counter, or you may contact MCI Office @ 6765 2209. As rooms are limited, registration will be on a first-come-firstserved basis and upon full payment made. Special gift for early registrations! Registration as at 15 Feb 2015: 53 pax 6. Alpha 2015: Alpha is an opportunity to explore life and the Christian faith in a friendly, open and informal environment. If you are interested, do sign up and come for our introductory session on the 25 Feb 2015, Wednesday. Please contact Amelia @ 9125 0602. Closing date: 22 Feb 2015 25 Feb - 20 May 2015 (Wednesdays) | 7.30 pm – 9.15 pm | Level 2M Grace Room Cost: Free (materials and meals provided)| Min. 10 pax to start 7. Family Life Ministry is organising “Celebrating Chinese New Year as One Family in Christ”. Join us for a fun filled evening of Lo Hei, Games, Singspiration, performance, Sharing & Prayer. 28 Feb 2015, next Saturday | 6.30 pm – 9.00 pm | Level 1 Sanctuary & Social Hall For logistic purposes, please register @ infoHub. For enquiries, please contact Cindy @ 9616 9649. Closing Date for registration: TODAY. 8. You are cordially invited to join our Lunar New Year’s visit and ministry: Teen Challenge | 1 March 2015 | 1.15 pm – 3.30 pm Pastor Clarence will be sharing the Word. (Bus will leave MCI @ 12.30 pm sharp) Transport will be provided. For logistics & catering purposes, please register @ infoHub. For more info, you may contact OSC Chair, Michael Lim @ 9067 1166. 9. Methodist Schools’ Foundation is organizing the Methodist Walk 2015 through which the students raise funds for their respective school’s needs. “Step Out in Service” to walk and after the walk, enjoy a “Picnic on the Field” with the children amidst live entertainment provided by church members, schools and school alumnus. 28 March 2015, Saturday | 7.00 am | ACS (I) Dover Road For registration, please refer to infoHub. 10. TRAC WSCS presents: D&N Program: The Upper Room Experience | 26 Mar 2015, Thursday 5.30 pm – 8.00 pm | Kampong Kapor Methodist Church Seminar Room 4th Level For details, please refer to WSCS Noticeboard @ Level 1 next to staircase. 3 11. MMS Missions Training on “Twin Tide Turners” Next Generation (4/14): Missions Field or Missions Force? Nations at Our Doorstep: Privilege or Problem? 21 March 2015, Saturday | 9.00 am – 1.00 pm | $20 includes tea and refreshments Kum Yan Methodist Church, 1 Queen Street S(188534) For more information and registration, please refer, download and print form from www.mms.org.sg 12. Read and share resources… Book Shelf next to Vending machine@ Car Park. 13. Car Park lots are limited in our church premises. We had painted tandem lots in the Car Park area. However, we would appreciate it if you do not use these lots until further notice. Meanwhile, if our car park is fully occupied, please use the nearby HDB Car Park. Thank you for your cooperation. 14. We express our condolences to the family of Mr Pang Tin Siong on the passing away of his father on 13 Feb 2015. May the peace and comfort of Christ our Lord be with them. 15. Next Sunday’s Sermon: The Word Made Flesh | John 1:1-18 Sermon Application Method: 22 Feb 2015 “Transformed Life in Christ” – Ephesians 4:17 - 5:2 | Mr Clive Yam In Christ, we are a new________. We must put off our old self and put on the new self. We must ______ our _____ and ____ _______ of our calling in righteousness and holiness. In Ephesians 4: 25 – 32, 5 principles of Christian conduct are highlighted. (1) Speak the _______ (2) Engage in _______ speech (3) Be ______ and _____ (4) Exercise ________ anger (5) Be kind, _________, tender-hearted and compassionate We are urged to _______ God and live a life of love and justice as an offering and sacrifice to God. Living as children of ______, we should bear fruit of the light that consists of all goodness, righteousness and truth. Questions for Discussion 1. Why do we have to put off our old self and put on the new self? 2. Identify 2 relevant principles highlighted in Ephesians 4:25 -32 and discuss how they can be applied in your life. 3. Discuss this statement, “In learning of Him, we learn Him”. How do you imitate God? Our Core Values: Love God | Unconditional Love | Servanthood | Transforming Grace | Reach the Lost | Exponential Faith 4