Chairperson: Vincent Chan
Speaker: Jonathan Chow
Singspiration: Timothy Yeung
Committee on Duty: Nixon Fong
Proclamation
Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever.
(Psalm 107:1)
Let them give thanks to the Lord for his unfailing love and his wonderful deeds for mankind.
(Psalm 107:8)
Opening Prayer
Singspiration
Apostles’ Creed
Scripture Reading
Luke 18:1-8
Sermon
Parable of the Persistent Widow
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.
55th Baptism will be held on 31st March 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 25th February. 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.
30th Anniversary Church Celebration Dinner: On the joyful occasion of our 30th anniversary, the church will arrange for brothers and sisters to gather for a celebratory banquet. All are welcome to join and rejoice together, commemorating God's grace.
Date: 19/5/2024 (Sunday)
Time: 5:30 pm
Venue: Imperial Palace Restaurant (519 Ellerslie Panmure Highway, Mt. Wellington)
Cost: $30 per adult; $20 per child (12 years and below qualify as children; partial meal subsidy provided by the church, please make payment upon registration). Registration Deadline: 25/2/2024. Contact Persons for Registration: Cantonese Congregation (Nancy, Phoebe); English Congregation (Sally, Sharon); Mandarin Congregation (Sean, Sarah).
Children's Sunday School will resume next Sunday (March 3rd). If there are students who have not registered or if personal information needs updating, please come to Classroom 1 in the new wing between 10:30 and 10:45 AM today or next Sunday (March 3rd) to register or update your information with Emily.
Bible Moments: Starting next month on every first Sunday, we will have a brief 5-minute sermon dedicated to our children called "Bible Moments" during our Sunday service. The purpose is to actively involve our children in the learning and understanding of the scriptures, fostering a sense of belonging within our English congregation. It's an opportunity for our young ones to connect with the teachings of the Bible in a way that resonates with them. We encourage all parents to bring their children forward during this time. Let's cherish these moments of shared faith and growth.
MSG is an opportunity for brothers to get together and share our struggles and successes
Next up on our programme: "No Time To Think, No Room To React: What are men supposed to do when situations escalate?"
Read more and register your interest here: https://forms.gle/1oS8PzSdsdQK695AA
Scheduled for 1:30pm - 3pm, Sunday 10th March in the upstairs hall.
HWC Financial Report January 2024
HWC Financial Overview-Consolidated Income & Expense Report January 2024
| Month Actual | Year-to-Date Actual | Year-to-Date Budget | Full Year Budget | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Income | 43,557 | 426,219 | 402,510 | 482,939 |
| Total Expenditure | 32,308 | 433,809 | 526,586 | 627,781 |
| Net Surplus/(Deficit) | 11,249 | (7,590) | (124,076) | (144,842) |
January Income:
General & Thanksgiving (00) $38,995
Building (01) $1,440
Mission (02) $1,225
Others $1,897
Bank Balance as of January: $ 677,061
Mission News
Pray for S & C as they serve in the new year, asking the Lord to guide them to focus on the needs of local believers and lead more people to the Lord.
H & P are currently organising Chinese and English tutoring classes in collaboration with the local church. Pray for the Lord's use in this endeavor. In the previous session, three groups of parents are now participating in church worship. Please pray for these parents!
Pray for Reverend Janet Tam, who is currently on vacation and spending time with her family. Ask the Lord to grant her rest and strength for a fresh start.
H & Y express gratitude for our prayers. Their daughter had once lost her way in faith, and it was a challenge and emotional burden for them in their past service in the field. Thank the Lord! There has been a miraculous transformation in their daughter over the past year.
Remember James Che and his wife, who are working diligently for the Lord. They are currently shepherding a church in Tanzania. Later, they will fly to the United States to attend conferences and promote fundraising for land acquisition for the Tanzanian church ministry.
Prayer Items for the Week
Pray that God will empower us to carry the essence of 'Love & Legacy' into every aspect of our lives – within our families, friendships, workplaces, and beyond. May this theme guide our thoughts, words, and deeds, bringing glory to His name.
Let's continue to remember our Small Groups ministry. Ask God to use our small groups as catalysts for spiritual growth, encouraging members to deepen their relationship with God and each other.
Pray for TNT, the Significant Women course, and Children Sunday School. Pray for all the teachers to have wisdom to share the truth effectively. May the Holy Spirit be present in each session opening our hearts and minds to receive the insights and lessons that God has prepared for us.
Seek God's presence and guidance as we prepare our hearts and minds for the Good Friday event and Easter service. Ask God to grant us a deep and profound understanding of the sacrifice His Son, Jesus Christ, made on the cross. May our preparations be grounded in humility, reflection, and gratitude for the immense love demonstrated through His sacrifice.
Last Week's Sunday Service Attendance (18 February 2024)
| English | Cantonese | Mandarin | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunday Service | -- | 138 | 38 |
| Prayer Meeting | -- | 10 | 11 |
| Children Sunday School | 11 | -- | 21 |
Next Week's Roster (3 March 2024)
Chairperson: Amy Tong
Speaker: Rev ET Wong
Singspiration: Charlie Mak
Committee on Duty: Sunny Ha