Chairperson: Jason Chow
Speaker: Rev. William HC
Singspiration: Shirley Ho
Committee on Duty: Sunny Ha
Proclamation
Yet a time is coming and has now come
when the true worshipers will worship the Father in the Spirit and in truth,
for they are the kind of worshipers the Father seeks.
God is spirit, and his worshipers must worship in the Spirit and in truth.
(John 4:23-24)
Opening Prayer
Singspiration
Ten Commandments
Scripture Reading
Ruth 4
Sermon
A Redeeming Love
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.
Mission Sunday will be held on 25th August with a combined service of three congregations. The theme is "Challenges and Opportunities in Mission Today," and the speaker will be Johan Linder, the National Director of OMF New Zealand. Please keep this event in your prayers and reserve time to attend.
56th Baptism will be held on 06/10 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 01/09. 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.
HWC Financial Overview-Consolidated Income & Expense Report June 2024
| June Actual | Year-to-Date Actual | Year-to-Date Budget | Full Year Budget | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Income | 37,606 | 118,810 | - | - |
| Total Expense | 41,480 | 129,051 | - | - |
| Net Surplus/(Deficit) | (3,875) | (10,241) | - | - |
*June Income:
General & Thanksgiving (00) $ 34,594
Building (01) $ 1,240
Mission (02+03) $ 1,040
Others $ 732
Bank Balance as of June: $ 681,342
PowerPoints from TNT - "How to Read the Bible for All It's Worth" (Part 2).
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1D-oP5pa3SR_LdJf346ORJFNtPI5qROUC?usp=sharing
Mission News
S & C are preparing for summer activities. Please pray for their pastoral care of local church leaders and coworkers.
H & P organised a mission day, attracting a group of Burmese friends to help with decorating, cooking, and cleaning. The English classes in the community also formed a fellowship group of young people. Pray that the Lord will grant strength and wisdom to serve these unreached people.
Remember Pastor Janet Tam's frequent journeys during the rainy season to serve in Smiling Lanka and Galle, which are over a hundred kilometres away. Pray for the Lord's peace. Pastor Tam will be on furlough in Hong Kong from next month to October; pray for God's guidance!
Praise the Lord! H & Y have excelled in their academic performance this semester and are now entering a three-month summer vacation. Pray for their leadership of short-term mission teams and training courses, as well as for missions to surrounding cities. Pray for the Lord's protection in their service.
James Che and Jessica have returned safely to serve in the Ethiopian church. Jessica has completed her master's degree in theology. Pray for their health and strength to work for the Lord!
Prayer Items for the Week
Reflecting on the sermon:
Thank God for the costly redemption that brings blessings to His people and the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus Christ, our Redeemer and King.
Pray for a deeper understanding of how every blessing point to the fulfillment of God's promises and the coming of Christ, as foreshadowed in the story of Ruth and Boaz.
Ask for the strength to live lives that reflect God’s redeeming love, sharing the Gospel with others and showing faithfulness and commitment to His covenant.
Pray for Mission Sunday on 25th August
Pray for wisdom and clarity for Johan Linder as he prepares and delivers his message, and for God’s blessing on the organizers and volunteers for a smooth and fruitful event.
Ask for a spirit of unity among the three congregations and for attendees to engage deeply with the message, fostering a sense of shared purpose and community.
Pray that the theme will inspire a renewed commitment to mission work and seek God’s direction for effectively responding to the challenges and opportunities in missions today.
Last Week's Sunday Service Attendance (21 July 2024)
| English | Cantonese | Mandarin | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunday Service | Not Recorded | 153 | 47 |
| Prayer Meeting | - | 8/104 | 12 |
| Children Sunday School | 20 | - | 13 |
Next Week's Roster (4 August 2024)
Chairperson: Marco Yu
Speaker: Rev. E T Wong
Singspiration: Timothy Yeung
Committee on Duty: Emily Tsang