Chairperson: Nixon Fong
Speaker: Rev. Albert Tang
Singspiration: Kenny Pau
Committee on Duty: Sally Che
Proclamation
When Jacob awoke from his sleep, he thought,
“Surely the Lord is in this place, and I was not aware of it.”
He was afraid and said, “How awesome is this place!
This is none other than the house of God; this is the gate of heaven.”
(Genesis 28:16-17)
Opening Prayer
Singspiration
Ten Commandments
Scripture Reading
Ruth 3: 1-18
Sermon
Unusual Request
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.
The church's 23rd Annual General Meeting will be held this Saturday (27/7) at 1:30 PM. The notification has been sent out. Members can inquire with our administrator about their voting eligibility (attendance rate at worship services in the past 52 weeks must exceed 50%). Please pray for the smooth conduct of the meeting.
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.
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: Pray for the willingness to trust and follow God's guidance, even when His requests seem unusual or challenging. Ask for the courage and faith to step out in obedience like Ruth did, knowing that God's plans are always for our good and His glory.
Pray for AGM: Give thanks to God for His faithfulness and blessings over the past year. Pray for His continued guidance and wisdom as the church plans and makes decisions for the upcoming year. Ask that every decision made during the AGM be in alignment with His will, fostering unity, growth, and spiritual health within the congregation.
Pray for the upcoming baptism: Pray for those considering baptism, membership transfer, and children dedication. Ask God to guide their hearts and minds as they seek to understand His will for their lives. Pray that they may experience His love and presence, leading them to make a firm commitment to their faith. Ask for wisdom and support from the church community to help them in their spiritual journey and decision-making process.
Last Week's Sunday Service Attendance (14 July 2024)
| English | Cantonese | Mandarin | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunday Service | 57 | 151 | 51 |
| Prayer Meeting | - | 9/104 | 14 |
| Children Sunday School | 19 | - | 18 |
Next Week's Roster (28 July 2024)
Chairperson: Jason Chow
Speaker: William HC
Singspiration: Shirley Ho
Committee on Duty: Sunny Ha