Chairperson: Jason Chow
Speaker: Pr. Barry Lee
Singspiration: Edmund Wong
Committee on Duty: Sally Che
Proclamation
You are worthy, our Lord and God, to receive glory and honor and power, for you created all things, and by your will they were created and have their being.
(John 4:23-24)
Opening Prayer
Singspiration
Apostles Creed
Scripture Reading
Nehemiah 2:1-20
Sermon
The Six Leadership Hats of Nehemiah
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.
Notice on the Appointment of Auditor for 2024-2025: Due to the retirement of our current auditor, Charity Integrity Audit Ltd., he has recommended an experienced firm, Kudos Murray Audit Ltd., to take over. After meeting with and assessing the new auditor, the deacon board has decided to appoint Kudos Murray Audit Ltd. as the auditor for the 2024-2025 financial year for both the church and the Charitable Trust. Given that the Annual General Meeting (AGM) is only three months away, this decision ensures a smooth audit process without any changes to audit fees. The appointment will be formally ratified at this year’s AGM. For any inquiries, please email hwc@holywordchurch.org.nz. Thank you for your understanding and support!
Good Friday Service: Join us for a special Good Friday Service on 18 April 2025 at 4:00 PM in the Church Extension. It will be a time of worship, reflection, and Holy Communion as we remember the sacrifice of Christ. There will also be children’s activities to help them engage with the Good Friday message. Please set aside this time and bring your family along as we come together in worship. We look forward to seeing you there!
Overseas Mission and Hardship Fund Financial Report for February 2025
| Overseas Mission | Hardship | |
|---|---|---|
| Balance | 3,530.20 | 1,853.72 |
| Donation Received | 640.00 | 170.00 |
| Interest Received | 4.81 | 2.47 |
| Balance on 28/02/2025 | 4,175.01 | 1,921.19 |
Note: The Hardship Fund provided $105 at the end of February 2025 to support a church member in need.
Mission News
Mission Department Leadership – Pray for the development of the Mission Department, as the position of mission department head has been vacant for a long time. May God provide the right leader.
S & C’s Ministry – Pray for S & C as they serve in their local mission field. Their ministry includes shepherding believers and co-workers, preaching, leading Bible study groups, and sharing the gospel with unbelieving parents.
H & P’s Outreach – Praise God! Over 20 people have registered for the newly launched Growing Participator Approach (GPA) language learning method. Pray that God will use this language training to bless many. Also, the Mission Home is now open for registration—pray that God will lead more mission-minded believers to sign up, take on the challenge, and expand His kingdom.
Rev. Janet Tam – Praise God that the mission fund for last year has been fully provided! Please also pray for her father’s knee degeneration, asking for God’s healing.
H & Y’s Visa – Continue to pray for H & Y’s visa application as they serve in their local mission field. May God open doors for them.
James and Jessica Che – Pray for James and Jessica as they serve at Evangelical Formosan Church of North Shore. Jessica will take on a ministry role there—pray for God’s guidance and strength as they labour in the harvest field.
Nicholas Yao’s Campus Ministry in Wellington – Nicholas and his team conducted a large student survey during the semester’s start, reaching 2,242 students, with 646 expressing interest in hearing the gospel. Additionally, 100 Christian students showed interest in learning how to share their faith. This week, they are beginning follow-ups with those interested. Pray for Nicholas as he enters this busy season of ministry—may God strengthen him!
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 honor 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
TNT Ministry – Pray for our TNT sessions this year, that we may faithfully study God’s Word, deepen our understanding, and build each other up in faith. May this time be fruitful for both teachers and participants as we grow together in Christ.
The English Congregation Committee (Core Group) Meeting – Pray for the Core Group meeting this Tuesday, that God would grant wisdom and discernment as they discuss and make decisions for the church. Pray for unity, clear vision, and a heart to serve the congregation faithfully.
Applying Today’s Message – Pray that we may learn from Nehemiah’s example of godly leadership—to be people who seek God in prayer, act with wisdom, endure challenges, and encourage one another in our walk of faith. May we be bold in facing opposition, committed to God’s mission, and faithful in serving our community.
Last Week's Sunday Service Attendance (9 March 2025)
| English | Cantonese (East) | Cantonese (North Shore) | Mandarin | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunday Service | 53 | 178 | 33 | 46 |
| Prayer Meeting | 40 | 8/125 | 4 | 11 |
| Children Sunday School | 26 | - | 3 | 16 |
Next Week's Roster (23 March 2025)
Chairperson: Nixon Fong
Speaker: Reverend Johan Linder
Singspiration: Shirley Ho
Committee on Duty: Nixon Fong
