Chairperson: Vincent Chan
Speaker: Karl Udy
Singspiration: Rebecca Ho
Committee on Duty: Vincent Chan
Proclamation
Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good; his love endures forever. Let them give thanks to the Lord for his unfailing love and his wonderful deeds for mankind,
(Psalm 107:1, 8)
Opening Prayer
Singspiration
The Apostles Creed
Scripture Reading
Luke 7:11-17
Sermon
Hope has returned
Response Hymn
Closing Prayer
Doxology
Benediction
Threefold Amen
Announcements
Announcements
1. A warm welcome to everyone who joined us this morning. We are delighted to see you all.
2. 59th Baptism will be held on 05/04 as a combined service for all three congregations. For those who want to be baptised, please contact any Pastors, Deacons or your Small Group Leaders. The deadline is 01/03. 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.
3. Worship Jam Session (First of 2026):
We are excited to announce our first Worship Jam Session of 2026! This is a casual and open space for musicians, vocalists, and anyone interested in worship to come together to learn, share, and grow as a team. All skill levels are welcome. For those who want the music sheet and song list in advance, please contact Charlie Mak.
Date: 21 February 2026 (Saturday)
Time: 10:00–12:00 PM
Location: Church
4. 3 Strands is kicking off 2026 with Connect 2.0. It will be on Sunday 22nd February 10:30-1200 at Church. Let's connect and build relationships with some new sisters this year!
5. Special Overseas Offering and Hardship Fund – Financial Report for January 2026:
| Special Overseas | Hardship | |
|---|---|---|
| Last Month Balance | $4.27 | $2,919.09 |
| Offering Income | 0.00 | 550.00 |
| Offering Income | 0.01 | 3.55 |
| Bank Balance as at 31/1/2026 | 4.28 | 3,472.64 |
Giving
Let us remember the joy of giving and the blessings it brings to both the giver and the receiver. Tithe offering is a duty of all Christians. By giving, we honour God and fulfill His work through our church. May God bless the offering we willingly give. For more details on how you can give, please visit our church website: https://holywordchurch.org.nz/en/giving.
Prayer Items for this week:
May we be reminded that Christ brings life where there is despair, and hope where there is sorrow. Pray that we would trust in His compassion and power and experience His renewing grace in our own lives.
Pray for those preparing to be baptised, that their faith may be strengthened and their testimony be a clear witness to God’s saving grace. May the baptism service be a joyful celebration and an encouragement to the whole church.
Pray for brothers and sisters who are physically unwell or weary, that the Lord would grant healing, strength, and peace. Give thanks that Pastor Ernest Kwok has completed chemotherapy and pray for his continued recovery. Remember also Steve as he undergoes chemotherapy and targeted therapy, asking God to make the treatment effective, reduce side effects, and sustain him and his family with peace and hope.
Last Week's Sunday Service Attendance (8 February 2026)
| English | Cantonese | Mandarin | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| East | NS | |||
| Worship | 66 | 168 | 24 | 52 |
| Prayer Meeting | 37 | 7/113 | 4 | 18 |
| CSS | - | 17 | 3 | 12 |
Next Week's Roster (22 February 2026)
Chairperson: Amy Tong
Speaker: Karvin Chin
Singspiration: Charlie Mak
Committee on Duty: Sally Che