Chairperson: Nixon Fong
Speaker: Reverend ET Wong
Singspiration: Edmund Wong
Committee on Duty: Sunny Ha
Proclamation
The Lord has done it this very day; let us rejoice today and be glad.
(Psalm 118:24)
Opening Prayer
Singspiration
Ten Commandments
Scripture Reading
Psalm 32:1-5
Sermon
From Guilt to Grace
Response Hymn
Closing Prayer
Doxology
Benediction
Threefold Amen
Announcements
1. A warm welcome to everyone who joined us this morning. We are delighted to see you all.
2. Deacon Candidates List Announcement
After prayer and careful consideration, the following individuals have agreed to accept the invitation to become Deacon Candidates for the next term 2025-2027.
Mandarin Congregation:
Steven Zhou
Ali Chen
Cantonese Congregation:
Tina Wong
Cassandra Lee
Anshun Wong
Daisy Pun
As we seek the Lord’s guidance together, if any church member has relevant concerns regarding any of the candidates, please submit a signed letter to the church office by 1st June, or email:hwc@holywordchurch.org.nz. All correspondence will be carefully reviewed and handled by the Deacon Nomination Committee.
Let us remember these brothers and sisters who are willing to respond to God’s calling in our prayers, asking the Lord to preserve their hearts and steps.
3. Our church’s 31st Anniversary Celebration and Senior Pastor Inauguration Service will be held on Sunday, 25 May at 10:00 AM. It will be a combined service for all three congregations. We warmly invite all brothers and sisters to set aside time to join in this occasion of thanksgiving, celebration, and testimony to God's abundant grace.
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.
Mission News
Please remember S & C in prayer for their physical, emotional, and spiritual health, as this year’s ministry workload has been especially heavy—may the Lord strengthen them. Pray also for their eldest daughter Eva and their son Elias, for their learning and growth, and that the Lord would guide them.
H & P – In April, they conducted a student survey through the activity centre they rented, and over a hundred university students have responded. Pray that the Lord would grant wisdom to H & P and their coworkers as they serve these students. The third phase of their Mission Home course is currently underway—pray that it will proceed smoothly for all participants.
Give thanks that Pastor Janet Tam has received a short-term visa and can now visit her son, daughter, and grandson in Australia. Please also pray for her preaching ministry at Holy Word Church on Sunday 18 May, where she will be preaching at all three services—may the Lord use her.
H & Y – They are undergoing an intense language learning programme while also caring for the spiritual needs of many seekers. Pray for the seekers living in a Muslim context, that the Lord would show them Jesus and grant them true understanding.
Please pray for James Che, who is currently in New Zealand. May he be physically and spiritually refreshed for future ministry, and may God bless his efforts as he also supports his wife in expanding God's kingdom. Pray for their service, their handiwork, and their health.
Pray for Nicholas Yao and the students he is engaging with at the university. May the Lord open the hearts and eyes of these students so that they may come to know Jesus. Also remember the believers who have been established in faith—may the Lord continue to strengthen their trust in Him.
Prayer Items
Refer to the Mission News above
Last Week's Sunday Service Attendance (04 May 2025)
| English | Cantonese (East) | Cantonese (North Shore) | Mandarin | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunday Service | 49 | 161 | 28 | 49 |
| Prayer Meeting | 32 | 6 | 4 | 13 |
| Children Sunday School | 24 | - | 3 | 20 |
Next Week's Roster (18 May 2025)
Chairperson: Vincent Chan
Speaker: Reverend Janet Tam
Singspiration: - Boaz Wong
Committee on Duty: Emily Tsang