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Elders and Deacons
Our elders have been teaching and reminding us from Scripture that God intends for His people to live together in community as a church, and the way they organise themselves has also been revealed.
What does Scripture say about how the church is to be organised, specifically, the leadership of the church?
Pastor Eugene’s Sabbatical
Pastor Eugene will be taking his sabbatical for six months from April to June, and October to December 2024.
The Pope, Pastors and Protestants
From 11–13 September, Singapore hosted the visit of Pope Francis. How should we think about it as Christians? Caleb prompts us to consider how our faith can be lived out practically.
Thanksgiving and Installation of Elders
At our 11 August 2024 service, we thanked God for the faithful service of one of our elders, and also welcomed new elders.
ECL Retreat 2024
Our Elders held their annual retreat on 22 June! Our staff and lay Elders came together to spend a day praying for one another and the church.
Thanksgiving for Mark and Family
At our 5 May 2024 service, we thanked the Lord for the ministry of Mark, Megan and their family among us and also prayed for them.
Thanksgiving for Elder Chong Tien
At our 31 December 2023 service, we thanked God for the service of Elder Chong Tien, who has completed his 3-year term as an elder.
Installation of Elders (October 2023)
At our 8 October 2023 service, we installed our new elders Jeremy Lee and Beh Soo Hee.
Calling of New Elders
At our recent Quarterly Congregational Meeting (QCM) held on 2 July 2023, our pastors and elders shared some updates pertaining to staffing matters.
Opportunity to Pray with the Collins
At our 28 May 2023 service, Pastor Mark Collins gave an update to the church regarding his recent visit abroad and shared ways we could keep him and his family in prayer.
Ollie’s Time at Acts Baptist Church (2H23)
Pastor Eugene announced at the 30 April 2023 service that Pastor Oliver would be sent temporarily to Acts Baptist Church to pastor for six months as part of GBC’s gospel partnership with a sister church. Pastor Oliver’s time at Acts Baptist Church will span from 1 July to 31 December 2023.
Installation of Elders (March 2023)
At our 26 March 2023 service, our elders who were recently re-elected reaffirmed their vows to serve God's flock. It was also a time for the congregation to commit to supporting and working together with them for the good of the gospel.
Elders' Election at the English Congregational Meeting
Our English Congregation Leadership (ECL) have unanimously reaffirmed the calling of Jonathan Tan and Nehemiah Chong as elders.
Installation of Mark Collins
We thank God for bringing Mark, Megan and their children to us. As a church, we had the privilege of installing Mark Collins as our newest pastor for family ministries at our weekend services.
Interview with Pastor Peter Lin
We interview Pastor Peter Lin Ken En, the new Chinese Congregation pastor. He shares with us about himself, his testimony and how we can be praying for him.
Installation of New Elders
During last weekend's services, the elders reaffirmed their vows to serve God's flock and the congregation also committed to support and work together with them for the good of the gospel.
We Aspire to Train and Send
Pastor Oliver shares with us why training and sending is important to the church, and how we are doing so at Grace.
Elders' Election at the English Congregational Meeting
Ephesians 4 tells us it is the risen Lord Jesus who graciously gives shepherds to His church, for the purpose of equipping the saints for ministry. The elders are thankful for how God has raised up faithful men who are willing to shepherd God’s church by serving as pastors-elders.
Encouraging by Understanding
Pastor Eugene encourages us to appreciate the deacons who serve among us, by serving alongside them.
Our Pastor is Leaving. Now What?
As we enter into a period of transition, Pastor Ian offers some suggestions on how we can joyfully navigate the coming days.