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FOOCHOW METHODIST CHURCH
ENGLISH WORSHIP SERVICE ENTRANCE Welcome Call to Worship Praise Pastoral Prayer PROCLAMATION Scripture Reading: 1 Peter 4:1-6；5:8-11 Sermon: FMC A Church That is Going Speaker: Ps Alvin Ong RESPONSE Song of Response Greetings & Family News Tithes & Offerings Doxology SENDING FORTH Benediction Praise Leader • 8:00 & 9:45am – James Lau Scripture Reader • 8:00am – Christine Ho | 9:45am – Angeline Cheng PULPIT ARRANGEMENT Date
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Speakers PSALMS SERIES
4 Feb 8am, 9:45am & 4pm
Praying in times of Distraction Psalm 1
Rev Peace Choi
11 Feb @ 9am CNY Worship Service
Praying in times of Intimidation Psalm 2
Rev Peace Choi
18 Feb 8am, 9:45am Praying in times of Trouble Psalm 3 & 4pm
Rev Patrick Chen
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FOOCHOW METHODIST CHURCH VISION O N E FA M I LY I N C H R I S T GROWING IN CHRIST | GLOWING IN LOVE FOR OTHERS | GOING OUT TO MAKE DISCIPLES FOR CHRIST
ANNOUNCEMENTS WELCOME We warmly welcome you to worship with us today. May the Lord minister to your heart and spirit as we gather in His Presence! If you are new, please do scan the QR code and leave us a message! We would love to connect with you! PRAYER MEETINGS EVERY WEDNESDAY @ 8:00PM ZOOM MEETING
Meeting ID: 852 8365 7963 Password: fmc12345 There is no prayer meeting on the last Wed of the month.
CHINESE NEW YEAR SERVICE Chinese New Year Service on 11 February 2024 will be an English Combined Service at 9:00am. FMC 2024 CHURCH CAMP • Date: 4 to 7 June 2024 • Venue: Harris Resort Barelang Batam • Speaker: Rev Wilfred Leow MORE INFORMATION
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Payment Methods • UEN : S87CC0483E • Please indicate EWC24<Mobile Number> for tracking. Registration booth will be available at the social hall after 8am and 945am service. Members need to have their passport details available for registration. W W W. F O O C H O W M C . O R G . S G
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
JOB OPENINGS Charis Methodist Church • Facilities & Operations Executive This role manages and is responsible for the operations, maintenance, security and safety of the church building. JOB DESCRIPTION
Kindly send your detailed resume to office@charismc.org.sg by 25 Feb 2024. W W W. F O O C H O W M C . O R G . S G
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ANNOUNCEMENTS JOIN US AT LITTLE OLIVE TREE (FMC FARRER PARK) OPEN HOUSE! Join Us at Little Olive Tree (FMC Farrer Park) Open House! We are thrilled to announce the Open House of our Little Olive Tree Preschool at FMC Farrer Park. Mark your calendars for this exciting event! • •
Date: Saturday, 17 February 2024 Time: 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Experience the Joy of Learning: Come and witness the vibrant atmosphere of our preschool! This open house is a wonderful opportunity for parent and child to experience the multiple facets of the enhanced curriculum, have a glimpse at creations from LOT students, to explore student works from LOT centres, participate in interactive lessons and live lesson demos, and engage directly with our teachers and principal onsite. It's a perfect chance to see firsthand how our preschool operates and provides a fun and holistic learning environment for children. A Warm Invitation to All: We extend a heartfelt invitation to all worshippers and your family and friends who are considering a Christian preschool environment for their precious little ones. Discover the unique blend of faith and education that Little Olive Tree offers. Serving together with Us: Your participation can make a big difference! We're looking for brothers and sisters to serve in the following areas during the Open House: 1. 4 x Receptionists will register visitors, bring the visitors around, and indicate interest through a form. 2. 4 x Befrienders will assist in welcoming our guests. 3. 5 x Logistics helpers will assist in setting up tables, chairs, and other arrangements. There will be a briefing for all helpers via Zoom on 13 February 8:00pm. Please don't hesitate to reach out. Contact John at johnang30@hotmail.com or call at 93836609 for more information. We’re excited to welcome you and your friends to our Open House. Let's serve together and celebrate the spirit of community and learning at our new Little Olive Tree preschool! W W W. F O O C H O W M C . O R G . S G
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English – 8:00am English – 9:45am English – 4:00pm Mandarin Foochow Tamil Sunday School Creche English Youth (Sat) Others TOTAL
ATTENDANCE ONSITE ONLINE WORSHIP WORSHIP 129 18 147 30 224 25 46 6 95 9 90 8 24 761
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Budget (1 Aug 2023 - 31 Jul 2024) Consolidated Fund B/F (Unaudited) Funds Collected to-date Collection Balance to meet Budget
OFFERING ONSITE
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$162.00 $5,640.00 $160.00 $1,130.00 $454.00 $147,717.99 $523.00 $157.00
$10,680.20 $166,624.19
Church Mission Church Preschool $228,277.80 $300,000.00 $3,550.90 $30,157.88 $91,950.00 $189,212.00 $2,560.00 $300.00 -$130,216.90 -$80,330.12
QR CODE FOR FMC OFFERINGS IS ON THE RIGHT Receipt Issuance As part of the efforts to go Green, except for "Sunday offerings", e-receipts would be sent to your email or mobile phone registered with our church unless otherwise advised. No receipt would be issued for offerings indicated as "Sunday offerings" or collections that have no specific indication. e-Receipts will be sent to you via the Church WhatsApp number. We assure members that such e-receipts are NOT sent as broadcast messages to the whole church. W W W. F O O C H O W M C . O R G . S G
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信息笔记 SERMON NOTES
教牧同工 Pastoral Team & Staff
经文: 1 Peter 4:1-6；5:8-11
主理 PASTOR-IN-CHARGE 刘昌耀牧师 Rev Lau Chong Yaw 9145 7511 协理 ASSOCIATE PASTOR
Discussion Questions 1.
Have you ever experienced ridicule for not following in the ways of non-believers as described in 1 Peter 4:4? What was your experience and how did you respond?
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With reference to verses 5:8–9, how can we practically resist the Devil’s attempts to devour us?
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From 5:10, what assurance has God given us as we strive to resist the Devil?
崔平和牧师 Rev Peace Choi Pyong Hwa 8388 3464 曾国华牧师 Rev Patrick Chen Guek Fah 9456 7196 事工同工 MINISTRY STAFF 多马传道 Ps Raja Thomas 9483 7725 李文花传道 Ps Lee Boon Hwa 9637 3677 曾秀霞传道 Ps Ruth Zeng 9835 3097 王裕凯传道 Ps Alvin Ong 9325 3189 熊志辉传道 Ps Alex Yong 84316960 谭永正传道 Ps Tham Yong Zheng 97972763 事工助理 MINISTRY ASSISTANT 杨静霞姐妹 Ms Jaffrine Yeo 8128 0051 行政经理 ADMIN MANAGER 洪敏珠姐妹 Ms Wendy Hoon 9092 2902 行政同工 ADMIN STAFF 刘雪梅姐妹 Ms Rachel Law 8437 5297 刘民忠弟兄 Mr Lau Meng Choong 8876 2275 陈伟敏姐妹 Ms Evon Tan 9072 0515 部分时间 Part-time
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