Chairperson: Amy Tong
Speaker: Herman Yeung
Singspiration: Shirley Ho
Committee on Duty: Emily Tsang
Proclamation
Praise the Lord, my soul; all my inmost being, praise his holy name.
Praise the Lord, my soul, and forget not all his benefits—
(Psalm 103:1 - 2)
Opening Prayer
Singspiration
Apostles Creed
Scripture Reading
Luke 18:9-14
Sermon
Humility
Response Hymn
Closing Prayer
Doxology
Benediction
Threefold Amen
Announcements
A warm welcome to everyone who joined us this morning. We are delighted to see you all.
57th Baptism will be held on 20/04 as a combined service for all three congregations. For those who want to be baptised, please contact any Deacon, Pastor or your Small Group Leader. The deadline is 09/03. All baptism applicants are required to have their nurturing course completed. Once an application is received, baptism class will be arranged and the deacons will meet with you to confirm your faith. Please also contact us if you would like to have your church membership transferred to HWC or would like to have child dedication.
Men's Support Group (MSG) will meet on February 9th after Sunday service at 11am upstairs hall.
Our first 3 Strand meet up will be held on 9th February after service. To celebrate CNY we will have a quick intro/catch up, and make tanyuan. Lunch afterward is optional. See below for details and please register here by 7th Feb so we can organise transport and food.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc2mSY1oPhyh6jZutjnXvph0fS2w1bCl7RoHySwjt3hQy_Deg/viewform
Place: 41 Pinewood Grove, Botany
Activity: 11am - 12:15pm
Lunch (opt): BYO / order
Join us on 02/02 and 16/02, right after the English service in the upstairs hall, for a two-part workshop where we’ll engage with our church’s vision, align our hearts, and aspire together toward our goals. This is your chance to share ideas, connect with others, and help shape the future of our ministry. Let’s build something meaningful together!
Pastor ET is away preaching at Auckland Christian Mandarin Church (ACMC) in Henderson this morning.
Mission News
Pray for the Missions Goals of All Three Congregations: Pray that each congregation embraces the Great Commission in the new year, focusing not only on local outreach but also on the needs of missionaries and the gospel's reach to distant places. May the gospel be proclaimed to the ends of the earth!
S & C: Praise God for the successful Christmas event—a grand banquet with 30 tables—where families enjoyed a life education gathering centered on family happiness. Give thanks for the home group members who are now supporting a couple to evangelize in other towns.
H & P: Praise God for the opportunity during Christmas to share the story of Jesus' birth and His love at a public school with 1,600 students and teachers, despite the school's Buddhist background. Give thanks for His protection during a car accident that left their vehicle severely damaged. Pray for H’s continued recovery and the smooth handling of post-accident procedures.
Reverend Janet Tam: After a busy Christmas period, she is now preparing to release a long-anticipated gospel booklet in English and Sinhala. Pray for its impact. She is also planning to establish the first Chinese children’s and youth orchestra in the area as a tool for musical discipleship and pre-evangelism. Pray for God’s guidance.
H & Y: Serving in a remote Islamic area as international students, they are protected by their academic excellence and support from their teachers despite suspicions about their purpose. Pray for provision amidst rising living costs and rent increases. Remember them as their visas expire in March and they need renewal. Pray for protection as two colleagues were deported last year.
Pastor James & Jessica Che: Pray for their ministry and health as they return to serve in New Zealand.
Nicholas Yao: Pray for strength and guidance as he transitions to ministry in Wellington after the summer. May God help him adapt quickly to the new environment.
Prayer Items
For the Sermon on Humility: Pray that the message from Luke 18:9-14 will inspire hearts to embrace humility, recognising our dependence on God’s mercy and rejecting self-righteousness.
For the Launch of Ministries: Pray for the preparation and successful launch of Small Groups, TNT, and Children’s Sunday School, asking for wisdom, unity, and spiritual growth.
For Students Starting a New Academic Year: Pray for students to have focus, resilience, and God’s guidance in their studies, and to be faithful witnesses in their schools and universities.
Last Week's Sunday Service Attendance (19 January 2025)
| English | Cantonese (East) | Cantonese (North Shore) | Mandarin | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunday Service | 44 | 150 | 36 | 51 |
| Prayer Meeting | 17 | 9 | 4 | 13 |
| Children Sunday School | - | 17 | - | 23 |
Next Week's Roster (2 February 2025)
Chairperson: Nixon Fong
Speaker: ET Wong
Singspiration: TBC
Committee on Duty: Vincent Chan