2006 101st Company of The Boys' Brigade Sure and Steadfast Jeffrey Khaw Assistant Chaplain, 101st Boys' Brigade Company To build men who will stand sure and steadfast for the glory of God. The 101st Company of the Boys' Brigade (BB) has barely passed the first half year of its existence. Yet, various major activities have taken place which have bonded relationships between the Boys and officers. ​ There was the trip to Rangsit Methodist Church, which exposed our Boys to church life in a different culture, and also to the Thai Boys' and Girls' Brigades of that church. Next came the annual Sharity Gift Box project, which saw the Boys working for weeks to ensure that delivery of the items to the needy families were taken care of. In the process, they learnt the importance of giving and sharing, and also the skill of working and cooperating in a group to get the work done efficiently. With the many events planned for the rest of this year, the Company is confident to impart invaluable experiences and to carve in the minds of those who come our way, memories that will last a lifetime. Through the Eyes of an Officer The Boys' Brigade (BB) is more than a voluntary organisation. It has proven to be a ministry that finds its influence in touching and changing the lives of the Boys that come under the wings of the officers. Somehow, the BB has touched the lives of the officers as well. Through the various meetings and fellowship sessions, we now see ourselves, not as mismatched individuals, but as a supportive group helping each other through parades, the frustrating times and also in our personal lives. 'To lead by example' - with fellow officers such as these, we are sure we can. Reflections from a Boy I recall the childish actions of my past, where games and personal adventures were all that mattered. Leadership and my responsibility toward others did not occur to me until I was prompted by the BB to take on roles that required me to lead. Through this, I managed to gain confidence in myself and discovered the potential for leadership that I did not know existed in me. Through the drill sessions, I was taught discipline. Through the various lessons, I was taught life skills. Mostly importantly, through the BB, I was brought to Christ. You may also like Share Testimony 2006 The Heart of a Shepherd 2012 Combined Boys' & Girls' Brigades Enrolment 2000s

2011 Youth Service Healing Healing During Youth Tribe Time Jonathan Choy Our God is a great God and He desires to heal us. Personally, I am still growing in the area of expecting healing to take immediately when we pray. ​ It was Sunday, 5 June, and I had just returned from Nepal where healing took place immediately when we prayed. The day before, I had taught the Tribe leaders (Rachel Goh, David Ong, Elaine Lim, Jamie Ye, Caitlin Foo, Barnabas Soh and Rebecca Sim) about the prayer of faith and exercising their authority in Christ. We were prepared to go out into the streets to pray for the sick on Sunday. However, it rained heavily and we had to shelve our plans. I was a bit disappointed, but Rachel said to me, "I'm sure God has His plans." Well, He sure did! We went ahead and taught the youths to pray in the authority given to them. After that, we decided to have a little practical session and pray for those in our Tribe who were sick or injured. It started off with only the leaders praying, but by the time we were praying for the third person, the entire Tribe gathered around to pray. We were praying for Yi Ying who had carpal tunnel syndrome in both her wrists. When we had finished praying, Yi Ying moved her wrist and told us that the symptom in her left wrist was gone. Praise God for healing her! We were really excited, as almost all the Tribe members had never seen healing taking place before their very eyes. Praise the Lord! God indeed had His plans. And the healing that took place really strengthened and built our faith. You may also like Share Testimony 2015 Youth Home Run Camp-2 2004 Miracle Healing Youth Service

What do you know about the Middle East? (July 2012) I wasn’t intending to go for the “History of the Middle East” talk organised by the Young Adults Ministry on 18 May. Oh, thank God I did! The Session started with the speaker, Rev Dr Chiang Ming Shun, showing countless maps of the Middle East that none of us recognised, since these were maps of ages ago. Thousands of BC ago. Old Testament (OT) maps, to be exact. Nevertheless, it was satisfying to finally connect those OT locales to actual geographical locations and observe how the countries and modern borders came into being. ​ With so many foreign and unfamiliar names of the past empires mentioned, it was perhaps time to hear about what I came for: The land of Israel. Finally, I got to hear about the Romans, Jesus, Christians. And of course, the formation of the Arab states and the birth of Islam. Finally, familiar grounds. The storytelling of the wars that newly-independent Israel fought with her Arab neighbours were so exciting! Just line OT stories of Israel pitting God’s chosen people against their long-time foes. Underdog victories over the enemies. It was like modern-day David versus Goliath! Finally, Dr Chiang talked about Israel in biblical prophecies and related theories, and the rise of Islam extremism, and how these mindsets and perceptions affect us as Christians. I guess this was the part that was actually relevant to us practically – how we, as a Church, relate to Israel? How should we be sensitive when relating with our Muslim friends? Praise God, the questions we asked showed our desire to really understand the Muslim faith and for a greater appreciation of Israel. Such a joy to see the YA community be of one heart. That surely, is His heartbeat. You may also like Share Testimony 2019 YA Christmas Homecoming Missions Young Adults

2015 Unsung Heroes Thank You, Poh Chye! Jonathan Choy “Ask Poh Chye!" was a phrase commonly heard around church. Whenever there was equipment that required fixing, issues with the electricity or plumbing, or a major event that required set up or tear down, the robust senior was the man of the moment. For 16 years, Poh Chye carried out his responsibilities dutifully as Facilities Executive, serving the church to the best of his capacity. Many would remember him as the face of the Gift Shop that opened every Sunday. ​ He was responsible for engraving the Thanksgiving Stones in light of our fundraising efforts in 1998. His passion to groom future leaders is evident as he serves the 75th Boys' Brigade Coy, through his position as Captain. Being the firm and caring leader he is, he led many BB and GB youths to the Lord. Even though he officially retired from his position in the church office in February, Poh Chye continues to serve as the Captain of the 75th Coy. It is clear that the church remains a big part of life, and for that we want to say, "Thank you, Chye. We are blessed because of your selfless giving.” “I'm thankful that I came to PLMC as a BB boy. This is where I accepted the Lord and was baptized.” - Poh Chye "I have known this brother since he began serving the church as a Volunteer, before he became my colleague in 1998. On the surface, Poh Chye may look stern and unfriendly, but he is the opposite in reality. He has a good sense of humour and a big heart. He always has a story to tell of his past adventures and experiences. He has a 'never say die' attitude, and he would tell you to pick yourself up, carry on with life and continue in spite of failures. He is really a man of all trades and a fantastic handyman who would go all out to help you. He fixes and mends almost everything, including broken shoes or loose heels. We could go to him to source for things that are difficult to find and he would somehow manage to find them for us. Not only that, he is also a very generous colleague. Whenever we are at lunch, he is usually the first person to whip out his wallet to pay for drinks that we ordered. I am really going to miss Poh Chye as he is a rare find, a 'gem', a team player and a good colleague." You may also like Share Testimony 2015 The Marriage Course 101st BB 2010 - 2021

1989 Watchnight Service The Covenant Melvyn Lim On 25th Dec 1747, John Wesley strongly urged the Methodists to renew their covenant with God. His first Covenant Service was held in the French Church at Spitafields on August 11, 1755. Thus on 31st Dec 89 during the watchnight service, we renewed our commitment to the Lord, reaffirming that “we are no longer our own but Thine.” Indeed, the covenant is the heart of the watchnight service. ​ Rev Norman Wong, in his sermon entitled 'Fishers of Men or keepers of aquariums' posed the challenge to the congregation to commit themselves totally to the Lord on a personal level as well as a church. One of the significance of the Watchnight service must be the partaking of the Holy Communion at twelve midnight (New Year's Day) . This year, the lights were dimmed prior to this Sacrament and the people were ushered forward to the altar in a candlelit sanctuary. This managed to encapsulate a moment in time where perhaps John Wesley used to hold his Covenant Service. After the service, a sense of shared commitment and conviviality was felt as the people mingled to exchange greetings. It was a blessed start to a new year and indeed a new decade ... To God be the glory! You may also like Share Testimony 1990 Farewell to Rev Kang Ho Soon 75 Hour Worship and Prayer 1980s

Numbering 78 Years Jehovah Tsidkenu – The LORD Our Righteousness Chew Hock Hin "EACH ONE REACH ONE" was the motto of our pioneering Inauguration Service on 10 July 1932. What began as a bite-sized challenge to individual members to reach one person for Christ would gain momentum through the decades. The Japanese Occupation dampened our outreach activities. However, they soon resumed after the war and members began to reach out to the farmers in the church vicinity. Rev Chew Hock Hin and family Rev. Chew Hock Hin, the longest serving pastor in PLMC (1934-1957), was noted for his evangelistic fervour. Together with Rev. Wee Chin Kam, he led PLMC members offshore in the Pulau Sambu work. He also played a key role in establishing the Peranakan Ministry and pioneering Kampung Kapor, Geylang and Pentecost Methodist Churches. The youngest son, Chew Hock Hin, was born on 29 November 1900. He married Khoo Chin Ee in 1925 and they had one daughter, Grace Chew Swee Neo and two sons, Chin Ghee and Chin Jin who were both in the teaching profession. He was the son who was praised for his religious zeal and who was entrusted with the daily family devotions to the goddess Kwan Yin. But after accidentally walking into the Anglo Chinese School chapel at Fort Canning Rise one day and being given a copy of the New Testament, he started to attend church regularly. After a while he decided that Christianity was the religion for him. When he made the decision to become a Christian, Chew Boon Lay handed him his clothes wrapped in newspapers and told him to leave the family compound. Chew Boon Lay could not countenance his son giving up ancestor worship and worship of Kwan Yin for the religion of Westerners. But a few minutes after he left, his mother sent for him to return home, which he did. When he did leave the compound of his own accord, he was much missed by his nephews and nieces as he was the uncle who organised games for them. After leaving Raffles Institution, he joined the family business and in 1931 became the managing director of the Ho Ho Biscuit Factory in Batavia (nowJakarta). He had begun part-time ministry in 1929 and in 1922 he decided to leave the Factory to become a full-time Methodist pastor. Apart from a long association with the Paya Lebar Methodist Church, from 1929 to 1957, he was also responsible for planting the seeds of several including the Geylang Straits Chinese Methodist Church, known today as the Pentecost Methodist Church, and the Bedok Methodist Church. His wife was a teacher who became the principal of the Paya Lebar Methodist Girls' School. She actively complemented his ministry. Chew Hock Hin died on 27 November 1978, aged 78. Today, two of his great grandnephews, Melvin and Kenneth Huang, descendants of his fifth brother Hock Chye, are Methodist pastors. His niece Evelyn Chew's picture of him is of a round, bubbly, ever cheerful, kindly and godly man. You may also like Share Testimony 1982 New Church Building PLMC Sponsors TTC Chair Chew Hock Hin Early Years

2018 Thailand Mission Chaiyaphum How beautiful on the mountains are the feet of those who bring good news Pastor Wendy Tay “Wherever you are, there is a mission - to bring glory to a perfect God”. These words held true for our team of 8 from PLMC as we spent 5 days in Chaiyaphum, Northeast Thailand, reaching out to the local churches and a school together with a team of local missionaries from 3 to 8 November. The purpose of this missions trip was to explore more missions opportunities for the youths and young adults to move out in power and love to bless the nations. ​ We held a children’s carnival for two full days and invited kids from the surrounding villages to the Tsupjarun Methodist Church. The programme included singing, dancing, photo-taking, carnival games, story-telling and even a Som Tam (green papaya salad) Making Competition by the women. We did the same for another two days in the school with a focus on teaching the students English in a fun and engaging manner. We taught them stories and sang songs in English. Pastor Wendy preached at the Sunday service and, together with Ruth, our PLMC youth leader, prayed and ministered to the congregation. You may also like Share Testimony 2018 Remembering John Lim 2011 Bintan Mission Trip Missions Every day started at 6.30am with morning worship and devotion. Pastor Wendy shared daily on the Significance, Surrender, Sacrifice, Seal and Sanctification God had on the trip and our lives. She exhorted us to recognize that all people are significant, truly and deeply loved by God, to surrender the mission trip, our plans, logistics, magic soap solutions, song sheets and plans to God’s will. To recognize that God’s absolute sacrifice compels us to build His kingdom, that His seal is upon us even when times are difficult and that we are sanctified by His truth and word upon our lives. After our daily programmes, we also spent time with the local pastors and their families to pray and understand their journeys. Some shared that they had many times thought of giving up as their villages had been closed to the message of Christ and their churches were not only stagnating but dwindling. They were thankful for the fellowship with the team and hoped that more teams would come in the future to help them to build up their children’s ministry and youth ministry. Through God’s grace, the Vice-Principal at the school we were visiting to teach English invited us to dinner and even to her plantation. This newly-fostered relationship proves how we can be witnesses of God’s love across cultures and going on missions trips are pivotal in supporting the local churches to extend love and friendships beyond their regular communities. Chaiyaphum in Sanskrit means victorious land; we look forward to PLMC sending more teams to ensure that Christ’s victory in Chaiyaphum won’t be momentary or fleeting, but an eternal one, as is the love and joy of the Lord. Footnote: John Lim, a missionary from PLMC has planted seven churches in the Isan region in Thailand. This is PLMC’s first missions trip to the Isan area since John first started his ministry there over 10 years ago. Agriculture is the main livelihood of the Isan people. Chaiyaphum is located 5 hours out of Bangkok. You may also like Share Testimony 2018 Remembering John Lim 2011 Bintan Mission Trip Missions

2004 Bring HOPE to Punggol The soft strains of worship songs drifted gently across Edgefield Plains on a tranquil Sunday morning. It was 22 February 2004, the first Sunday that the members of Hope Mission were gathering in homes in Punggol for their house celebrations. ​ Quietly, but steadfastly, the members of HOPE (our community said blessing venture in Punggol) are working to bring the Lord's presence to this neighbourhood in the northeast of Singapore. The group of about 50 members will hold their house celebrations on every third Sunday of the month, and every fortnightly in their Cell Groups. On the other Sundays, they will come together for a combined Sunday service at PLMC. You may also like Share Testimony 2005 Blessing The Community 1946-1949 Pulau Sambu Outreach Outreach This is the third year since HOPE stepped out to be a mission outpost in the new estate of Punggol. Our vision is to transform the community by “salting” and “lighting” the land. The group has covenanted to “use every gift and every opportunity given by the Spirit to sow, to plant, to touch and to win the people into the Kingdom of God”. HOPE plans to reach out to the residents of Punggol through “Ultimate Frisbee” (sports ministry). A game is held every Sunday afternoon at 4.30 pm at the open field next to Edgefield Primary School. They will soon wear specially designed T-shirts to be more visible to the community and plan to “turn professional with proper training and by forming an Ultimate Frisbee League to bring the game up to competitive levels. To reach this unique population, HOPE plans to organize programmes and activities that are family orientated, with particular emphasis on children's ministry and parenting skills. In April, HOPE will be launching the ALPHA course to reach out to their family, friends, colleagues and Punggol residents. The course will be conducted in Cells over a period of three to four months, and end with a “graduation" celebration for those who have completed the course or who have received Christ as their Lord and Saviour. “We need the support of our church members, in terms of February 2004, the first Sunday that the members of HOPE your prayers and even your participation in our activities. We are also praying for more homes in Punggol to be opened for prayer meetings, Cell meetings andHouse Church meetings.. Even if you are not worshipping at HOPE, it would help us if you can offer your home for our gatherings and activities,” said Rev Sng Chong Hui, pastor of HOPE. Let us continue to support this small army of HOPE as they seek to fulfil their mission of taking Punggol for Christ. You may also like Share Testimony 2005 Blessing The Community 1946-1949 Pulau Sambu Outreach Outreach

2008 Beginning YA Ministry Launch of CrossOver Daniel Lee The inaugural meeting of CrossOver, PLMC's new Young Adults Ministry, took place at 8pm on Friday, 18 July 2008, at the Haven. ​ The panel discussion topic was "Jesus at the Market”, touching on biblical perspectives of financial investments. Mr Roger Lee (cluster leader), Ms Lorinne Kon (PLMC member) and Mr Ong Sin Beng shared on the stewardship of wealth, the distinction between long-term investment and short-term speculation, as well as some useful tips on diversifying investments and market economics. Discourse was held over a sincere, yet light-hearted atmosphere, and the programme was complemented by an ice-breaker game, cell group showcase and worship. We thank God that about 100 young adults from all walks of life attended the meeting that night. Overall, the breadth of questions asked and the depth of sharing revealed a keen desire to "marry” the secular with the divine in our living. The warm fellowship and bonding among the young adults throughout this first session was also an encouraging sign that God is working in and among us, uniting us and raising a new generation of leaders and disciples for His future purposes and glory. You may also like Share Testimony 2018 Your Work Matters Men's Ministry Young Adults

2015 Youth Home Run Camp 2 Youths' Testimonies What are 3 things that left the deepest impression on you at this camp? The games, ice-breakers and lessons. - Hannah Water sponge relay, water baq carrying mayhem, supper. - Ee Jay Getting to know qroup members, shower time, sleeping in dorms. - Esther My friends, the armour coaches. - Deseree Games, the hard dorm floors, and super cold air-con. - Julius Ong The teachers' care and affection, how my team really bonded through the activities, the lessons were well prepared. - Anonymous ​ How has God spoken to you through the lessons? He gave me a thought that when I grow up, I should go out and serve others. - Liren When I almost gave up, God told me not to.- Angie Peng He helped me to understand how to be a good Christian soldier. - Esther I learnt that God came in the person of Jesus Christ. - Merry Ong Xin Ye CHARGE!!! But don't kill...- Isabelle I learnt and understand more about the armour of God. - Josiah Lim You may also like Share Testimony 2018Youth Sunday 2000 Church Camp Youth Service

2015 Our Filipino Friends Grace Phoon A friend expressed her surprise when I told her that I will be pursuing a counselling course a few years ago. She had expected me to be a missionary instead, judging from the frequent mission trips that I made. Going into the mission field was indeed something that was close to my heart but with family commitments - coupled with the thought of going through the tedious process of relocating, this idea soon took a backseat. ​ I was pleasantly surprised when I was assigned to be the coordinator for The Filipino Connection (TFC) when I joined the church staff team in 2013. It was like a dream come true - almost like doing mission work without having to leave the country! Of course, as with any new ministry and more so with a culture group that I am not so familiar with, I was rather apprehensive. Many issues that seem simple for us are the very ones that they struggle with. When our child falls sick, we can tend to them almost immediately. But these sisters can only pray and wait for updates on their child's condition through messages. When typhoons strike, it may take days before they finally get in touch with their family back home. There have been times when they were not even able to pay their last respects to their parents when they passed on. Imagine their helplessness in these situations. Such is the reality of life for them. It is at times like these that we offer emotional, spiritual and financial support for one another. We have rejoiced together over our victories. We have also cried together over our adversities. This journey has been both humbling and enriching for me. I am especially touched by their generosity when these women share what little they have with the rest. Every second Sunday of the month, I see a camaraderie as the 'older' members would dig into their own meagre salary to buy or cook a simple meal just to bless the newer members. I am also pleasantly amazed at how, time and again, we experience the “five loaves and two fish” miracle when the seemingly small portion of food would turn out to be more than sufficient for all of us and there would be leftovers! Some of the members have expressed their dream of becoming a missionary, a Sunday school teacher or a volunteer when they return to their own church in the Philippines. Through the various discipleship courses conducted at TFC, we hope to provide a platform for them to be trained and equipped. In our recent Alpha course, eight sisters have taken up the challenge to be facilitators and it is our wish that they replicate some of these trainings in their own country. God has placed Singapore in a very strategic location where we can extend and stretch our tents without even leaving our country. Such is the wonder of God. THEIR STORIES Ella Nicomedez When I first came to Singapore, I asked myself, "What is the purpose? Why am I here?” During that time, I was alone and afraid as I do not have many friends. I started to pray and asked God to help me in my situation. One day, a friend invited me to The Filipino Connection and I could sense the Holy Spirit in me and I felt very welcomed by TFC members. I have been attending TFC for three years now and God has indeed answered my prayer (1 John 5:14-15). The Lord has given me a purpose and joy. Nothing is impossible with God. He always loves us. I am glad to be part of TFC because my faith has been strengthened and I feel more composed now. Praise the Lord! Amelia L. Rabaca I grew up in a Catholic family and accepted Christ as my Savior. I have had a great privilege of being with fellow members of this church and of seeing how the Lord works through them. I praise God for how amazingly this camaraderie has impacted me in my walk with Him! Thank you so much for this Filipino Fellowship program. You may also like Share Testimony 2017 The Filipino Connection's First Funfair 2018 Thailand Mission Chaiyaphum Filipino Service

2004 A Season of Prayer Ministry Movements Isaiah 62:6-7 "I have posted watchmen on your walls, O Jerusalem; they will never be silent day or night. You who call on the LORD, give yourselves no rest, 'and give him no rest till he establishes Jerusalem and makes her the praise of the earth." Our 24/7 prayer chain began on 6 September 2004. This is our response to God's call for PLMC to pray and praise Him 24-hours a day, seven days a week. This call was made to us through the Rev Terry Tekyl when he preached at our church on 20 June 2004. ​ Over 140 church members have made the commitment to pray for one hour a day, covering every hour of the day for seven days of the week. This season of prayer will bring us to the end of this year. Our prayer emphasis is for the outpouring of the Holy Spirit on our church members, for a revival of our church where signs and wonders and miracles by the Holy Spirit will take place to draw unbelievers to church to worship God, and for a prayer culture to exist in our church. A special prayer room, fitted with security features and air conditioning, has been built at the Fellowship Hall. A selection of worship songs and prayer pointers are provided in the room to guide those who are praying. Truly God Deserves Our Praise and Worship – 24/7! Yvonne Loh On the Sunday in June 2004 that I heard Rev Teykl preach, I laughed so hard at his jokes that I was in tears. But his message on the power of praise and worship struck a chord in me and I was moved. When he spoke about the work of God in moving people to come to church for an hour a week just to worship Him and commune with Him so that at all hours of the day, there would be someone in church just glorifying Him, I was challenged to be a part of it. You may also like Share Testimony 2004 Miracle Healing 2008 WSCS Week of Prayer & Self-denial 2000s I chose a 5am week-day slot as I reasoned that after years of being “on call” at night as a medical professional, I would be able to get up easily even at odd hours, something that others may not be able to commit to. I knew that the “unearthly hours” would be unpopular and difficult slots to fill. Although there are days when I feel like turning off the alarm clock and catching another hour's sleep, I am glad that I am a part of this. I feel blessed by having communed with Him. I believe that there has been a change in the spiritual atmosphere of our church since the wave started. There is a momentum that is beginning to gather and it is just a matter of time before revival will visit our church, not if. I have felt a difference as I lead worship at the Celebration service, because God is moving in the midst of us. Someone is in the closet interceding for us while the service is going on – and I believe that has made an impact. I also believe that every remaining slot on the wave must be filled and when it happens, a breakthrough will come as it demonstrates our unity and commitment before God. I am looking forward to the day when our members want to join the wave but there aren't any slots left and we will have to get another wave going in another venue and there will be many waves running concurrently. I am excited by what God is doing and truly glad I am a part of it. Indeed God is deserving of all glory and worship: 24/7! ​ My Best Decision for 2004 ​ Robert Chan My decision to participate in the 24/7 prayer wave was the best one I made in 2004. My slot is 4am every Monday morning. You may think that this is the best time for sleeping, but I am already used to the weekly LCEC leaders' prayer meeting at 5.30am. ​ Somehow, God placed the burden in my heart that He wants me to give Him the best in everything, even in the choice of a time slot for the one hour of prayer. God will honour and bless us when we surrender our all in obedience to His word and let the Holy Spirit minister to us. The guidelines provided in the 24/7 prayer room make the one hour communion with God in praise and prayer very easy. Personally, I find the one hour session too short and I have also heard others participating in the prayer wave saying the same thing. It's a time of praising Him and a privilege to intercede for our national and church leaders, various church ministries' programmes and the affairs of the world. It is truly an hour of blessing being in God's presence. After each prayer session, my heart is always at peace, knowing that God will take care of my daily needs and help me to face the tremendous challenges at my work place. Words cannot describe the wonders and blessings that God has done in my life. You just have to experience it for yourself. Praise God that we, as a church, have decided to continue the 24/7 prayer wave in 2005. I want to encourage every member and worshipper to venture into this experience with God and be blessed. Remember that if you place God first, He will enable you to give Him the time to participate in the most exciting ministry in PLMC. I have always experienced God's abundant blessings whenever I take the step forward to do His work and use His word to bless others. See you at the 24/7 prayer wave in 2005! You may also like Share Testimony 2004 Miracle Healing 2008 WSCS Week of Prayer & Self-denial 2000s