A FAMILY BLESSED TO BLESS THE COMMUNITY AND THE NATIONS5 Boundary Road S(549954) • Tel: 6285 1234 • Fax: 6285 4434 • communications@plmc.org • www.plmc.org

SUNDAY 24 FEB 20198th Sunday in Epiphany

SERMON & SCRIPTUREThe LIFO and FILO KingdomMatthew 19:30; 20:1-16

SPEAKERRev Wendy Tay

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We welcome all friends and visitors to our worship services. If you are here for the first time, please inform a greeter. We would love to connect with you. Do take some time to complete the response slip inside the welcome pack and hand it to a greeter. Please join us at our Visitor’s Corner next to the Contact Point for a time of fellowship and light refreshments after the service.

TODAY, 24 FEB7.30am Peranakan ServiceSpeaker: Nyonya Phebe KodratSermon Title: Hidup Tanpa Takut di-KerajaanScripture Lesson: Hakim-Hakim 6:11-7-7:21Worship Leader: Sdr David Tan

9am Sanctuary Service &11.15am Celebration ServiceSpeaker: Rev Wendy TaySermon Title: The LIFO and FILO KingdomScripture Lesson: Matthew 19:30; 20:1-16Worship Leaders:(9am) Mr Luke Wee(11.15am) Mr Vernon Meng

9am Youth ServiceSpeaker: Mr Joshua HengSermon Title: You Shall Not Take The Lord’s Name In Vain: Don’t Take God For GrantedScripture Lesson: Exodus 20:7, Philippians 2:9-11Worship Leader: Ms Rebecca Quek & Mr Jonathan Yip

9am & 11.15am Mandarin ServicesSpeaker: Rev Dr Jonathan SeetSermon Title:Facing Trials When Extending The Kingdom Scripture Lesson: 1 Samuel 30:1-6Worship Leader: Mr Sng Cheng Kiang

1.30pm Filipino ServiceSpeaker: Pastor Nazario SinonSermon Title: The Blessedness of HungerScripture Lesson: Matthew 5:6Worship Leader: Ms Grace Phoon

BereavementOur condolences to the families of the late:• Mdm Chua Choon Eng • Mrs Mary Yaw• Mdm Lee Kam Chee• Mr Wee Soon Hock

Floral OfferingIn loving memory of:• Tan Mie Hua, Lily• Quek Aie Moi

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 8119 0555.

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MON, 25 FEB9.30am - Divine Design (Conference Room)

FRI, 1 MAR7.30pm - The Parenting Teenagers Course (Jordan Hall)

SAT, 2 MAR10.00am - Following Jesus in Public (John1-12) (Conference Rm)4.00pm - Peranakan Fellowship (Jerusalem Room)

Ways To PrayPlease fill in the prayer cards available at the Sanctuary entrance and place it in the Prayer Box. You may forward confidential concerns to the Pastors directly.

You are welcome to use the 24/7 prayer room in the Fellowship Hall from Monday to Saturday or the prayer room at the Sanctuary Block, Level 3 from 6.00 am to 7.00 pm, Monday to Saturday.

You may use the altar area after ministry time if you would like to pray quietly on your own.

Cell GroupsIf 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.

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 available on first Sunday of each month.

Use of Photos or Video RecordingsPlease be informed that by entering these premises and participating in the worship services and other activities, you are deemed to have given consent for the use of your image captured in any photo or video recording by PLMC for all communication purposes. Thank you.

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A Day of Simple Reflection - Registration Closes TODAYDate: Saturday, 16 Mar 2019Time: 9.00am-4.30pmVenue: Franciscan Missionaries of Mary House of Prayer and Formation (FMM), 49 Holland Rd, S(258849)Cost: $20 per person (lunch included) Facilitators: Teo Soo Hoong and SD Team (Spiritual Direction Team)Please register at the Contact Point.

Thy Kingdom Camp - HURRY! Registration Closing Soon!Early Bird registration ends THIS THURSDAY 28 Feb 19! Very limited hotel rooms left! Don’t say BO JIO!!

Infant BaptismInfant Baptism Service is on Sunday, 12 May 19.For those who desire to have their chil-dren be baptized, kindly: 1. Obtain form at Contact Point and sub-mit completed form (together with copy of child’s BC). 2. One of the parents must be baptised.3. Attend Parents Briefing on Monday, 25 Mar 19 (7.30-9.30pm, Conference Rm)Closing Date: 17 Mar 19For further enquiries, contact Andy at andy@plmc.org

How To Build A Great Relationship with Your ChildRelationships form the very foundation on which we pass on our values to our children. Come hear Dr Josh McDowell share 7 practical principles essential for developing a loving relationship with your child. For parents with children up to late teens. This talk is organized by CRU Singapore. Scan this QR code to access their registration site. Date: Sunday, 17 Mar 2019Time: 3.00pm-5.00pmVenue: Paya Lebar Methodist ChurchPrice: $12 (Early Bird; ends 14 Mar 19); $15

Dr Josh McDowellis an articulate speaker,

author, and active humanitarian

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Children’s Ministry

Raising A Pure Generation In AComplex World: An introduction to Combating Social Media and Technology AddictionThis talk is free for all parents with children attending Shiny Tots and Silver Boxes, the Children’s Ministry of PLMC. Register by 24 Feb 2019. This session is also a pre-briefing for parents with Junior (primary1-6) kids. Over a 4-week special series at Silver Boxes Junior, the children will be learning how to protect themselves and be defenders of their faith in a world heavily influenced and conditioned by social media and technology. PLEASE ATTEND ONLY ONE SESSION: Should you have children whose ages stretch across both sessions, please attend the session for the older age group.Session 1: 9am to 10.30am (for parents with children, primary 3-primary 6)Session 2: 11am to 12.30pm (for parents with children, 0-8 years old) Date: Sunday, 3 Mar 2019Venue: Jordan Hall, Level 1, PLMCCost: FREE Closing Date: 24 Feb 2019 Registration: parents3march.peatix.com or scan this QR code to access the registration site. For more information, please email Chia Shi Ying at shiying@plmc.org, or call 6285 1234.

Managing AngerDo small things trigger you? Is your relationship with your family and friends affected because of your anger? Are you experiencing physical symptoms such as increased heart rate or increased blood pressure?This workshop will help you to:• Understand how fear, grief, rejection and shame can feed your anger• Identify your stressors that commonly trigger or worsen your anger• Find ways to manage your anger• Learn how to improve relationships at work and at homeDates: Saturdays, 9 & 16 Mar 2019 Time: 9.30am-12.30pmCost: $10 per person Venue: HavenTrainer: Grace PhoonKindly register at the Contact Point. Closing date is 3 Mar 2019.

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A Retreat in Daily Life in Lent (30 March to 13 April 2019)We invite you to make an intentional effort during Lent to draw near to the Lord daily in prayer through a retreat in daily life.

What is a retreat in daily life?It is a season when you intentionally create a space in your daily life to be available to listen to God in prayer. As the name suggests, this is a retreat you do in the course of your daily life and not at a retreat centre.

What is involved? You would need to intentionally set aside 30 minutes each day for 2 weeks to listen to God through Scriptures. You will be guided on how to do this. Scriptures and other helpful material for prayer will be given to you. A trained spiritual director will meet with you several times during the 2 weeks for about 45 minutes to talk about your prayer and day-to-day experience so that together you can discern the Lord’s presence in your life. The time with your spiritual director is provided as a safe and sacred space for you on this retreat. You are required to attend the opening and closing sessions of the retreat on 30 March and 13 April respectively, 9.00am to 1.00pm.

What some have said about being on a retreat in daily life:• It has taught me how to allow God’s words to be “Hidden in my heart,

that I might not sin against Him.”• It helped me to fulfil my desire to have a closer relationship with God and I’m amazed and often surprised by God’s words speaking life into my daily situation.• It has helped me to enjoy my prayer time.• I got to know God in an intimate way that I have never known Him before.• The sessions with my spiritual director were edifying and helped me to be more aware of God’s working in my life.• It is the best investment of my time!

Please register early at the Contact Point as places are limited. For further information, please contact Soo Hoong (soohoong@plmc.org; tel: 6285 1234 ext 115)Retreat Period: 30 Mar to 13 Apr 2019 Venue: Haven, in Fellowship Hall Cost: $20 per person Closing Date: 17 Mar 2019

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Intergenerational Bonding: Building Stronger Relationships The objective of this course is to equip you with the knowledge and skills to communicate and interact with the young. You will learn how to communicate with clarity, passion, recognize emotional and behavioural changes of people you care for, and improve their behaviour by adding value towards helping others. This course is suitable for those who wish to learn bonding skills to develop stronger relationships with the younger generation. It will benefit those who volunteer in the Children’s Ministry, student-related work, and absolutely suitable for parents and grandparents.Date: Saturday, 23 Mar 2019Time: 9.30am–1.00pmVenue: Jordan HallFee: $10 per personTrainers: Centre for SeniorsRegister at the Contact Point with payment by 17 Mar 2019. For more information, contact Kwang Meng at 6285 1234 or email nurture@plmc.org.

ALPHA CourseAlpha is a series of sessions exploring the Christian faith. Each talk looks at a different question around faith and is designed to create conversation. Alpha consists of three key things: food, a talk and good conversation. Invite your pre-believing friends or relatives to join us and learn the Truth of God. Dates: Saturdays, 30 Mar; 6, 13, 20, 27 Apr; 4, 11 May 2019 Time: 9.00am–12.00pm(Holy Spirit Weekend: 4 May 2019 / 9.00am–5.00pm)Venue: Conference RoomFee: FOCTrainer: Chan Hoe Meng and TeamRegister by 23 Mar 2019 at the Contact Point after the services. For more information, contact Kwang Meng at 6285 1234 or email nurture@plmc.org.

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Glowing Years Ministry (GYM)1. TRAC BOSM Dedication/Thanksgiving Service cum High TeaDate: Saturday, 2 Mar 2019Time: 2.30pm-5.00pmCost: $6 Venue: Faith Methodist Church Speaker: Rev Malcolm TanTransport provided. Please register at GYM Counter

2. TRAC Seniors Ministry Worship ServicesDates: 13 Mar, 17 Apr, 15 May 2019Time: 2.30pm-4.00pmVenue: Faith Methodist Church Worship Hall 4 Details on GYM Notice Board

For more details, refer to the GYM Notice Board opposite the breakfast counter in the Fellowship Hall or contact Patrick Teo at 9696 0355 or Evelyn Chua at 9112 2091.

*Please note that registration for courses, talks, workshops, events & activities, Missions trips and any other activities 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.

MWS CFSC Requests for SupportSome of the beneficiaries of MWS Covenant Family Service Centre (CFSC) have requested for the following items. If you would like to donate the items, please contact Rebekah or Gaylin of CFSC at 6282 8558. MWS Covenant Family Service Centre - Hougang would like to thank the PLMC members who responded to our request for a dining table set, microwave oven and vacuum cleaner. Thank you for your generous donations to meet our beneficiaries needs! God bless.• 1 Single mattress• 1 Single bed (frame + mattress)• Bunk bed with mattress• Baby cot (New)• Kitchen Cabinet• Wardrobe• Induction cooker• Fridge for 6 pax (For a Muslim family, must not have stored pork before)• TV• Pedal exerciser

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Matthew 20:1-16 The Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard20“For the kingdom of heaven is like a landowner who went out early in the morning to hire workers for his vineyard.

2 He agreed to pay them a denarius for the day and sent them into his vineyard.3 “About nine in the morning he went out and saw others standing in the marketplace doing nothing. 4 He told them, ‘You also go and work in my vineyard, and I will pay you whatever is right.’ 5 So they went.

“He went out again about noon and about three in the afternoon and did the same thing. 6 About five in the afternoon he went out and found still others standing around. He asked them, ‘Why have you been standing here all day long doing nothing?’7 “‘Because no one has hired us,’ they answered.

“He said to them, ‘You also go and work in my vineyard.’

8 “When evening came, the owner of the vineyard said to his foreman, ‘Call the workers and pay them their wages, beginning with the last ones hired and going on to the first.’9 “The workers who were hired about five in the afternoon came and each received a denarius. 10 So when those came who were hired first, they expected to receive more. But each one of them also received a denarius. 11 When they received it, they began to grumble against the landowner. 12 ‘These who were hired last worked only one hour,’ they said, ‘and you have made them equal to us who have borne the burden of the work and the heat of the day.’13 “But he answered one of them, ‘I am not being unfair to you, friend. Didn’t you agree to work for a denarius? 14 Take your pay and go. I want to give the one who was hired last the same as I gave you. 15 Don’t I have the right to do what I want with my own money? Or are you envious because I am generous?’16 “So the last will be first, and the first will be last.”

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TestimoniesWe welcome testimonies of God’s work in your life as an encouragement to others! Please email your testimony to testimonies@plmc.org, along with your name and contact details.

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 6285 1234.

Electronic Funds Transfer for Tithes and PledgesIf you wish to tithe via GIRO, interbank transfers, or internet banking, youmay do so using the following details:Account Name: Paya Lebar Methodist Church • Bank Name: DBS BANK LTD •Bank Code: 7171 • Branch Code: 023 • Account Number: 023-905121-9