Chairperson: Vincent Chan
Speaker: Reverend Janet Tam
Singspiration: - Boaz Wong
Committee on Duty: Emily Tsang
Proclamation
One thing I ask from the Lord, this only do I seek:
that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life,
to gaze on the beauty of the Lord and to seek him in his temple.
(Psalm 27:4)
Opening Prayer
Singspiration
Ten Commandments
Scripture Reading
Acts 21:40-22:10
Sermon
What shall I do, Lord?
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.
4. For the combined service next week, we will be using Telegram Messenger to do the English translation. If you are unfamiliar with Telegram, please follow the instructions from the link below to download the App on your phone.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1V6J-hq_kVwmihKW2D94unQqmemYuUjryPxN5WPqY4OI/edit?usp=sharing
After installing the app, please join the HWC translation channel using the following link:
https://t.me/joinchat/RIXRrc8uO0swMTYx
If you require Wi-Fi access, please feel free to scan the QR code located at the entrance to connect to the church guest Wi-Fi network. And don't forget to bring your earphones.
5. Overseas Mission and Hardship Fund Financial Report for April 2025
| Overseas Mission | Harship | |
|---|---|---|
| Previous Month Closing Balance | 4,769.30 | 2,023.05 |
| Donation Income | 1,060.00 | 500.00 |
| Interest Income | 5.43 | 2.50 |
| Bank Balance as of 30 April 2025 | 4,964.73 | 2,525.55 |
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
Pray that God will give Pastor ET wisdom and strength as he becomes our new Senior Pastor. Ask God to help him lead our congregations in unity and grow God’s work among us.
Pray that God will choose and strengthen the right people to serve as deacons. Ask that they love God, get along well with others, and serve the church with a humble and unified heart.
Pray that our church will care deeply about sharing the gospel. Ask God to give us courage to tell others about Jesus and to be excited about mission work near and far.
Last Week's Sunday Service Attendance (11 May 2025)
| English | Cantonese (East) | Cantonese (North Shore) | Mandarin | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunday Service | 71 | 144 | 20 | 51 |
| Prayer Meeting | 33 | 5 | 4 | 20 |
| Children Sunday School | 28 | - | 3 | 21 |
Next Week's Roster (25 May 2025)
Chairperson: Combined
Speaker: Reverend ET Wong
Singspiration: Cantonese Congregation
Committee on Duty: TBC