Dear brothers and sisters:

How are things going to be different with the consultation all done?

Well, one of the main developments is that the church will already be streamlined to focus on one main thing: becoming a church that makes disciples together.

WRPF has always emphasized the preaching of the Gospel. Both locally and abroad, we have invested our resources to win souls to Christ.

We want to build on this and actually build disciples of a certain kind. We want the converts that God gives to us, to become disciples, marked by certain traits that many leaders from DFF, GNK, Youth and ZXFET and English Adult Services have spent many hours of thought, prayer and discussion to come up with. – Pastor Kenny Chee -

With the SGD$15,000 that the church gave them The Myanmar Compassion Project have completed the drilling of four deep tube wells by December 2009 and the report with all the receipts, done by an American missionary, has arrived hand carried  in a thick file. Here are some of the photos of the projects. THANK YOU EVERYONE FOR YOUR KIND DONATIONS. IT HAS MADE WATER AVAILABLE TO THE POOR AND NEEDY.

26 passionate prayer people (many of whom are pastors, elders and cell leaders) turned up at 9am on 1st November to intercede together for church needs. Alvin Lim led us in a few choruses, and we prayed thematically over various needs of the church. We also gave time for prayer for one another. It was energizing to see God’s people come together in intercession like this. Their prayer will undergird the forward movement of the church in spreading the good news and making disciples. The next Space is at 9 am to 9.45am at the DFF hall on the 6th of December, Sunday. ALL ARE WELCOME.

PRAISE GOD:

The consultancy work was completed and the Board, Pastors and senior leaders had a good strategic planning meeting in Batam.

Sam Ng’s father’s medical condition showed “much improvement; his PSA has further reduce to 0.09 (from 13.6 in Apr 09, to 0.26 in July 09); the only black spot (cancer) in his bone also has become smaller”.

Siau is stronger and may start his work soon albeit at a slow pace.

We have short-listed a Church Administrator candidate.

PRAY:

1. For the final examinations that young people are going through this period: O and A levels, Poly and Universities, etc. Grace and peace to cope with the stress, and a strong trust in the Lord not just for exams but for their whole future.

2. For the missions trips to Myanmar: a youth group and an adult family cell group(Angela Lim’s cell). For anointing to make a difference in the peoples lives; and for God to touch and teach all the participants. For protection, healt and wonderful learning experience. For the leaders to serve and lead well.

1st Team: 28 Nov – 4 Dec: Pastor Mary, Pastor Thomas, Lim Zheng En, Zephaniah Tan, Dione Ling, Raina Lim Jasper Lim, Simone Wong, Rebekah Chua and Marshall Teo.

2nd Team: 3 December 09 – 9 December 09: Lee Khin Thern, Ruby Tan, Samuel Lee, Adeline Low, Angela Pang, Madeline Wong and Matthew Wong.

3. For the recruitment of Children’s pastor for the Good News Kids. We have tried Malaysian contacts, Singaporean contacts, and not a single application has arrived. Pray the Lord of the harvest will send a labourer to us.

4. For all the pastors and missionaries as they go through changes and transitions in their lives and do the detailed planning resulting from the consultancy and strategic planning retreat at Batam.

5. For all the families and folks to be blessed in their “going out and coming in” during the vacation period.

6. For Simon and Rinda in their retreat ministry in Chiangmai, usually one of their busier periods, that the Lord will meet with many of the retreatants “face to face”.

7. For the Board of Elders who have completed half the year of service. Another six months of serving and loving and leading God’s people. Pray especially for the President Alvin Lim.

IF YOU HAVE PRAYER REQUESTS TO ADD, CLICK ON THE COMMENT FORM, AND ADD YOUR PRAYER REQUESTS.

 Young Adults Hi-Tea

By: Joanne Tey

Date: 6 June 2009

Location: Holland Village

                                                             ‘Ice’-melting Time

The Hi-tea event marked the first get-together/chill-out session for the young adults of our church and their friends. The event kicked off by starting with the food first (but of course!), and indeed, there was a sumptuous spread to feast on, prepared and contributed by kind volunteers as well as the young adult cells themselves. Over the course of the delicious food, we were able to catch up with people from the different cells, an opportunity that seldom presents itself in the rush of church on Sundays. It was also a good time of meeting new people and letting or pre-believer friends get to know the cell groups on a more personal level.

                                   Just WHACK! Time

Following the food and a round of games to work off those calories, we also had a wonderful time of worship. With the 40+ young adults worshipping God together in the function room, it was almost like a mini-young adult service. It was very encouraging to see our friends participate not just in the food and games, but also being so open during the time of worship. All in all, it was definitely a great time of eating, fellowshipping and worshipping together

                                                                                                                                                      Soaking Time           

Kelong Trip

Shu En’s Reflection

Date: 12-13 September 2009

                                                                                                               

The only bad things about our weekend on the kelong  were that two days were too short and that I had a hard time staying awake during service on Sunday. Sharon was not particularly fond of the toilets and the beds, but I would argue that those were an essential part of the entire experience and ‘kids’ like us who have lived in a modern city all our lives ought to go back to basics once in a while. (The two youngest ones were squeamish about showering intially but after her first dose of cold bath water, Charissa declared, “Hey pal, it’s quite nice actually!”)

It was a good time of bonding among the cell group — Jo and I made everyone play stupid games and I particularly loved Hannah’s enactment of a ‘fridge’! We also got to know some very interesting things about the three new friends (Francis Ng’s colleagues-  Tan Heng Ai, Chan Mei Mei & Tango Chan) that joined us.

But more so, it was a great time spent with God. It’s hard to ignore Him when you are surrounded by the beauty and splendour of His creations (and when you don’t have the tv or Facebook to distract you).

Testimony

Contributed By: Justin Lim (Cell Leader of Braddell’s Cell)

Blessed and Encouraged

More often than not we hear stories about people falling away due to their hectic schedules, be it at work or in their personal lives. As I write this testimonial, I reflect on the truth that is brought even more so clearly in the lives of my cell. Change happens frequently in our daily lives. We, however, as young people, fall prey more so to the rapid changes in our lives than the rest. It could be due to many reasons, such as the increase in responsibilities we face as we walk this path into adulthood, or the need to handle more relationships from all aspects of life which just seem to overwhelm us. Much as we think we are able to handle this effectively, we find that we fall prey easily to the temptations of the outside world.

The Braddell Y.A. Cell was formed in March 2009 after some changes to the Young Adult Ministry. It comprises of some members from the old Bright Ones that used to be held at Bright Hill Drive (henceforth the old name), as well as some of the younger ones from a youth cell that just moved up. For a few times in a month on Fridays, we meet up, talk about life, and try to be pillars of encouragement and support for one another.

I must say I have had my concerns when asked to lead this cell. The dynamics arising from the difference in the age group was one main concern of mine, as well as several others, including the day and time we were to meet up weekly. It was indeed a step of faith that I had to take to see what God had in store for me, and of course the cell.

Now, six months down the road, I can stand and say that I am proud of this cell of mine. Sure, I’ve had my fair share of ups and downs with this cell, but what’s encouraging is that we’ve grown from a state of ambiguity to a state of certainty.

Personally, the transition from university life into the working world was one hard nut to crack. Sure, we’ve all heard of problems at workplaces, watched them on TV or in the movies, or even experienced it personally during one or two holiday stints. Who would’ve thought that it would be so different when you experience it yourself in your career? For the rest of us, we face problems such as project management in the polytechnics, dealing with tough coworkers or bosses, or even challenges at work! Boring as it may sound to everyone else, you get your airtime to a crowd of faithful listeners who are genuinely concerned about you, sometimes offer solutions to you, and even pray for you! Their testimonies or sharing about the week uplift you because you finally hear something positive after a terrible week, or even provide an outlet for you to vent within those four walls where nothing gets out.

I’m grateful for this cell group that has brought me through one tough transition in my life. The support and encouragement has helped me make better decisions in my life. I trust that God has great plans for each and every one of the cell group, and thank God for the level of trust and intimacy shared in the cell group today. May God continue to grow and bless this cell to draw deeper to Him. All glory be to God.

Tune in with us again in 2 weeks’ time!

Till we meet again, God bless!