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Announcements for 3 July 2016

 

DISCIPLESHIP SEMINARS (DS) | TODAY | 5.15 PM – 6.15 PM

  • “Good News to the Poor: Missions in the Gospel of Luke” | 2nd Floor Sanctuary : Missions is at the very heart of Jesus’ self-identity (Luke 4:18-19) and is a profound responsibility and privilege given to the Church. This module, in collaboration with GBC’s Great Commission Month, will explore the theme of the Mission of God (the Missio Dei) in the Gospel of Luke. Today’s topic: Jesus’ Birth Narrative (Luke 1:1—4:13)
  • “Essentials of Discipleship” | 1st Floor Library: This module introduces believers to the fundamentals of Christian discipleship. This module is recommended for new believers and new attendees of GBC. It covers core Christian theology and foundational Christian disciplines such as prayer and Bible study. Today’s topic: Knowing God.

 

CHILDREN MINISTRY LESSON

  • 2yr – P2: We all are sinners and need God to save us. (Genesis 1 - 3)
  • P3 – P6: God Leads Israel into the Promised Land – We should encourage our missionaries.

Key Verse:Joshua 1:9 “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.”

 

WORSHIP SERVICE AT CHS TODAY

WORSHIP                              CHINESE                              ENGLISH

Service Timing                  1.30 PM – 3.00 PM                  3.30 PM – 5.00 PM

BUS SERVICE                      CHINESE                               ENGLISH

Pick-up to CHS :

a. Macpherson                         12.30 PM                                    2.50 PM

b. Potong Pasir MRT                1.00 PM                                     3.00 PM

Drop-off :                                                           4.30 PM

From CHS to Potong Pasir MRT /                     5.30 PM

Macpherson C.C.                                               6.40 PM

 

MPS ANNUAL LOVE GIFT

In conjunction with GBC 57th anniversary, we will be having our annual collection for the needy students of MPS for the whole month of JULY.For cash / cheques please use the brown envelope on the table outside the sanctuary and mark “MPS” on the envelope. Please put the envelope into the RED bag during offering time.

 

REFORMATION CONCERT 2016: TELL ME THE STORY OF JESUS |28 & 29 OCT

Calling all singers and musicians - we're recruiting EVERYONE to join in this major church project! The 2016 Reformation Concert will mark the 499th year of the Protestant Reformation by telling the one story of the whole Bible in Scripture and song - the story of Jesus and His love. This will be an important fundraising effort for church rebuilding and we hope this project will bring everyone together. Rehearsals will be on Sundays before church in Sep and after church in Oct - if you cannot make all of them, we hope this will not be a hindrance for you to participate. Contact Carrie at 9792 4717 or <carriechong@gracebaptistchurch.sg> or Lup Meng at 9112 8187 or <lam.lup.meng@gmail.com> to sign up.

 

MEET GOD MID WEEK | 5 JULY | 8.00 PM | LEVEL 5, BETHESDA CHURCH BUKIT ARANG

Dr Poulson will begin a new series of studies entitled, THE LIFE AND REIGN OF KING SOLOMON.

 

GRACEHAVEN OUTREACH | SAT 23 JUL | 9.00 AM – 12.30 PM | DIALOGUE IN THE DARK AT NP

We will be bringing the Gracehaven children to Ngee Ann Polytechnic to experience “Dialogue in the Dark” - where they will learn what it means to live without sight. Kang Wei's CG will be leading this outreach and will share a message on discovering who we are before God and His purpose for us. Please pray with us that the sharing and fellowship will exhort and encourage everyone to fix our eyes on Jesus who has brought us out of darkness into His marvellous light.

If you would like to find out more and wish to join the program, please email Sandy Tung at tunglcs@yahoo.com.sg or Sze Gar attsgar@hotmail.com. To facilitate planning, registration for the program will close early on 12 July.

 

PROSPECTIVE NEW MEMBER'S CLASS | SUN 24 JULY | 1:45 PM - 3:00 PM

Please make your reservation with the Church Office.

 

CHANGE OF YA RETREAT 2016 DATES - UNDER THE SKIN: THE CHRISTIAN'S INNER LIFE | 9-12 SEP | BAYU MARINA RESORT IN JOHOR BAHRU.

This year's YA Retreat will be held from 9-12 September at Bayu Marina Resort in Johor Bahru. The cost will be $100 for working adults and $60 for students.

Sign-up at Tinyurl.com/gbcyaretreat2016. For any enquiries, feel free to approach Glen at 91268679 or Chris at 92994040.

 

STAFF MOVEMENT

Pastor Arnold will be on leave from 4-20 July. Please call the church office for your pastoral care needs. Kok Pui will be on leave from 6 – 25 July.

 

OTHER EVENTS:

HUMAN SEXUALITY, MARRIAGE AND THE CHURCH | WED 6 JULY | 9:30 AM TO 4:30 PM | ST. ANDREW'S CATHEDRAL, NEW SANCTUARY

Seven evangelical seminaries in Singapore are presenting this free public seminar entitled 'Human Sexuality, Marriage and the Church' on 6 July 2016, 9:30 am to 4:30 pm at the St. Andrew's Cathedral, New Sanctuary. The speakers are Dr. Roland Chia of TTC, Dr. Clement Chia of SBC, Mr. Quek Tze-Meng of BGST, & Bishop Emeritus Dr. Robert Solomon.

For further details call 6304-3765 or email info@ethosinstitute.sg. Register at www.ethosinstitute.sg/conference2016.

 

D6 FAMILY CONFERENCE - CONNECTING CHURCH & HOME FOR GENERATIONAL DISCIPLESHIP | 29 & 30 JULY (FRI & SAT) | 9.00 AM – 5.30 PM | EMMANUEL ASSEMBLY OF GOD, 165 UPPER EAST COAST ROAD

Calling all family ministry leaders, parents and children / youth leaders:​ If you are interested in this conference, please refer to the poster on the notice board at level 2. Further details are also available online at the website. ​

You may register online at www.d6family.sg or contact the organiser at family.min@bible.org.sg or call them on 6304-3769.