IMPORTANCE NOTICE DURING MCO PERIOD
In compliance with the Movement Control Order (MCO) directive from the government the following will be observed by the Church:
1. The church building is closed until further notice.
2. The church office is also closed during this period.
If you need assistance, kindly call or whatsapp either of them:
Pastor Gaurri @ 012-5594537
Chee Kai @ 012-2360457
Taeko @ 012-2360458
Pelita Chuah @ 016-6256188
Jane @ 017-6227226
Cheng It @ 012-9153640

CHURCH STAFF MEETING
Please take note that the church staff meeting is held on every Tuesday at 2:30pm via zoom. Kindly avoid calling the church staff during this time. We seek your kind understanding and cooperation on this matter.

ONLINE HOLY COMMUNION
Please take note that the online Holy Communion in February will be celebrated on February 6 & 7, 2021.

NEXT WEEKEND SERVICES
Speaker : Rev Gaurri Maniam
Dates : Sat & Sun, February 6 & 7, 2021
Sermon Title: Adonai – The Lord Our Master
Scripture Text: Psalm 8

FINANCIAL PLEDGE FORM 2021
Please be reminded to submit the Financial Pledge Form 2021 through the church website. Click on ‘Giving’, select the correct form, fill-up your details and submit. If you need a copy of the Financial Pledge Form 2021 to be sent to you, please contact Irene Khoo at 012-7911837 or Pelita at 016-6256188.

MISSIONS FAITH PLEDGE 2021
Please be reminded to submit your Missions Faith Pledge Form 2021. You may submit the form through the church website. Click on ‘Giving’, select the correct form, fill-up your details and submit.

2ND OFFERING
The 2nd Offering for January goes towards Scripture Union. You may give your donations during the entire month of January via Online to Wesley Methodist Church Klang Bank Account No: UOB 171-315-561-1

LENT MEDITATIONS 2021
The Lent Meditations 2021 are now available in the church office. Lent begins on Ash Wednesday, February 17, 2021. Cost: RM5 per booklet. Contact Pelita at 016-6256188 or Cheng It at 012-9153640 if you would like to have a copy.

FREEDOM IN CHRIST (FIC)
DISCIPLESHIP COURSE
The Freedom In Christ will be held over 11 Saturdays beginning on February 20, 2021 via zoom.
Date : Saturday, February 20, 2021 (1st Meeting)
Time : 3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Please register via WhatsApp to brother Stephen Cheah at 0123758028 or email him at sbhcheah@gmail.com.

KLANG WESLEY BROADCASTING
016-6182698
Please save this number in your mobile phone so that when the church office broadcasts messages, you will be able to receive the church news.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR ONLINE TUTORING AT KG KACHAU
Kg Kachau Orang Asli, promising primary school students need volunteer online weekly tutors to walk with them through simple subjects like Reading, English and Maths. Anyone interested, please call Vi Vian at 012-214 1545

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR ONLINE TUTORING AT RAUB HOSTEL
Due to the MCO, tuition for the Orang Asli students at Raub Hostel are now held online and in dire need of volunteers to teach history, geography, BM and science. For further enquiries, please contact:
Sister Swee Yin at 011-1058 8459
Sister Han Leyek @ 011-7221 3254
Brother Ti Teow Lay @ 019-988 5632

INTERCESSORY PRAYER MEETING
(FOCUS ON PRAYING FOR THE NATION)
On Mondays @ 2pm to 4pm
Starting on February 1, 2021
The person in charge: Sister Su Fing.
Those who are interested to join, please request for the zoom link from sister Su Fing.

CORPORATE PRAYER MEETINGS
The Zoom Prayer Meetings are as follows:
Tuesdays–Thursdays @ 8:00 a.m.–8:30a.m.
Thursdays only @ 9:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m.

CONGRATULATIONS
Our heartiest congratulations to Ernest & Charis Lin and Raymond & Elaine Tan on the arrival of their first baby boy/their grandson, Eleazar Lin on January 27, 2021.

ONLINE BANKING
While we acknowledge that many people are affected by the current CMCO situation, we encourage you to continue giving your tithes/offering during this time through online banking, The details are below:

Pledge Payment can be done via Online to Wesley Methodist Church Klang Bank Account No: UOB 171-315-561-1

Sunday, (Jan 31) – Praise God for His grace given to us through Jesus Christ. Pray that this grace will enable us to live our lives in total dependence upon the Lord, to walk in spirit and truth and to submit our wills to Him. Pray that we will be given the grace to die to self daily and to live for Christ, so that whatever we do and say may be filtered through His love and grace. Pray that in our weakness we will know His strength, in our sorrow we will know His joy, in our pain we will know His healing touch, and in these hard and difficult times, we pray that we will know His amazing grace and His perfect peace deep within our souls.

Monday, (Feb 1) – The Ministry of Education has confirmed that the SPM, STPM and other important public exams will begin on February 22, 2021 as scheduled. Pray for all the students as they prepare for their exams, as many of them feel they are not ready to take the exams because for the most part of 2020, physical school was suspended, and there has been a lot of confusion and uncertainty about when the exams will be held. Pray for God’s peace upon them and for perseverance as they prepare for the exams. Pray also for God’s protection upon them so they will stay healthy, as they are attending physical classes now, and some students have been infected with the Covid-19 virus.

Tuesday, (Feb 2) – Pray for the Nation: “The government has stressed that it will never compromise with those involved in corruption” (The STAR, January 30, 2021). Pray that the nation’s leaders will walk the talk, and stern action will be taken following the principle of the rule of law against anyone (regardless of who they are) involved in corruption. Pray for wisdom and integrity for the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) as it pledges to study proposals by Transparency International Malaysia to improve efforts in fighting corruption in the nation.

Wednesday, (Feb 3) – The daily Covid-19 infections continue to be in the thousands, with the bulk of the infections coming from the Klang Valley, Johor and Sabah. Pray for wisdom for the health authorities and the government to make the right decisions to balance lives and livelihoods with regards to the MCO. Pray that the rakyat will be responsible, and comply with all the SOPs, especially as people are making preparations to celebrate the Chinese New Year. Pray also for wisdom for the government as it maps out a nationwide vaccination plan scheduled to begin in March.

Thursday, (Feb 4) – There has been a spike in the number of suicides during the pandemic as debts pile up and relationships break down. Pray that God will raise up people, especially from among His people, who will be readily available to listen and console, and bring hope and offer love at a time when these people feel pain, loneliness, and hopelessness and wonder if life is worth living. Pray that Christians will be alert to reach out to those who are depressed and desperate, and help them find hope in Christ who alone is the “Hope of hopes”.

Friday, (Feb 5) – Pray for TRAC: Pray for the Institute of Christian Ministry’s (ICM) work in TRAC. Pray for God’s wisdom to be with the ICM Team as they work together in providing tools and avenues for all who desire to have a deepening life in discipleship. Pray for the new Board Chair, Rev Yong Wai Yin, that she will be able to lead the team well. Pray for more participation from the churches in the whole area of Spiritual Formation, which is so crucial for the growth of the Church.

Saturday, (Feb 6)– Pray for the World: Pray for the persecuted Church worldwide. Pray for governments that pass laws that curtail and oppress religious freedom, that these oppressive yokes be broken and demolished. Pray for Christians accused under blasphemy laws and are facing dangerous trials and mobs, that God will strengthen them and vindicate them. Pray for God’s protection for the vulnerable, especially the women, from physical abuse, kidnappings and forced marriages.

As a child, there is no hesitation in asking our parents to provide for our needs and wants. God wants us to come to Him in the same way. In Genesis 17:1-8, God calls Himself El Shaddai, which means “God Almighty,” to Abraham.

El is another name that is translated as “God” and can be used in conjunction with other words to designate various aspects of God’s character. Another word much like Shaddai, and from which many believe it derived, is “shad” meaning “breast” in Hebrew. This refers to God completely nourishing, satisfying, and supplying His people with all their needs as a mother would her child. Connected with the word for God, El, this denotes a God who freely gives nourishment and blessing, He is our Sustainer.

God is a loving God that wants to care and provide for His people. We must understand that our prayers are not a burden to God. The same way a parent celebrates their child coming to them for help, God wants to hear our prayers. He wants to lift our burdens.

Matthew 11:28 says, “Come to Me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.”

If we begin to understand that God is our Sustainer, then we will pursue a relationship with Him daily. We will understand that we are not walking through struggles alone. Each day our Heavenly Father goes before us. A verse from Hillsong’s song “At the Cross” says it best:

“You go before me.
You shield my ways.
Your hand upholds me.
And I know you love me.”

For your Reflection:

• How does your view of God compare to the description of El Shaddai?

• What is one way you need God to sustain you right now?

• What is one way you can encourage yourself and others by understanding God is our Sustainer?

(NEWSPRING CHURCH)

IMPORTANCE NOTICE DURING MCO PERIOD
In compliance with the Movement Control Order (MCO) directive from the government which takes effect from January 13 till January 26, 2021 and has been extended until February 4, 2021, the following will be observed by the Church:
1. The church building is closed until further notice.
2. The church office is also closed during this period.
If you need assistance, kindly call or whatsapp either of them:
Pastor Gaurri @ 012-5594537
Yap Chee Kai @ 012-2360457
Taeko @ 012-2360458
Pelita Chuah @ 016-6256188
Jane @ 017-6227226
Cheng It @ 012-9153640

PUBLIC HOLIDAY
Date: Thursday, January 28, 2021.

FINANCIAL PLEDGE FORM 2021
Please be reminded to submit the Financial Pledge Form 2021 through the church website. Click on ‘Giving’, select the correct form, fill-up your details and submit. If you need a copy of the Financial Pledge Form 2021 to be sent to you, please contact Irene Khoo at 012-7911837 or Ms Pelita Chuah at 016-6256188.

MISSIONS FAITH PLEDGE 2021
Please be reminded to submit your Missions Faith Pledge Form 2021. You may submit the form through the church website. Click on ‘Giving’, select the correct form, fill-up your details and submit.

2ND OFFERING
The 2nd Offering for January goes towards Scripture Union. You may give your donations during the entire month of January via Online to Wesley Methodist Church Klang Bank Account No: UOB 171-315-561-1

NEXT WEEKEND SERVICES
Speaker : Rev Jerry Eng
Dates : Sat & Sun, January 30 & 31, 2021
Sermon Title: The Light & Life From God
Scripture Text: John 1: 1-18

LENT MEDITATIONS 2021
The Lent Meditations 2021 are now available in the church office. Lent begins on Ash Wednesday, February 17, 2021. Cost: RM5 per booklet. Contact Pelita Chuah at 016-6256188 or Hong Cheng It at 012-9153640 if you would like to have a copy.

KLANG WESLEY BROADCASTING
016-6182698
Please save this number in your mobile phone so that when the church office broadcasts messages, you will be able to receive the church news.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR ONLINE TUTORING AT KG KACHAU
Kg Kachau Orang Asli, promising primary school students need volunteer online weekly tutors to walk with them through simple subjects like Reading, English and Maths. Anyone interested, please call Vi Vian at 012-214 1545

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR ONLINE TUTORING AT RAUB HOSTEL
Due to the MCO, tuition for the Orang Asli students at Raub Hostel are now held online and in dire need of volunteers to teach history, geography, BM and science. For further enquiries, please contact:
Sister Swee Yin at 011-1058 8459
Sister Han Leyek @ 011-7221 3254
Brother Ti Teow Lay @ 019-988 5632

1ST LOCAL CONFERENCE 2021
Date : Thursday, January 28, 2021
Time : 8:00 p.m.
It will be via zoom. Rev Paul Christie, the new CD2 District Superintendent, will be presiding.

LCEC MEETING
Date : Saturday, January 30, 2021
Time : 1:00 p.m.
Via zoom.

CORPORATE PRAYER MEETINGS
The Zoom Prayer Meetings are as follows:
Tuesdays-Thursdays @ 8:00 a.m.-8:30a.m.
Thursdays only @ 9:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.

APPRECIATION
Daisy, Melvin & Ethel Wijayaratne would like to thank Wesley Klang for the wreath & messages of condolence extended to the family during the recent demise of their sister/sister-in-law, Sheila Christabel Wijayaratne on 11th. January 2021.

ONLINE BANKING
While we acknowledge that many people are affected by the current CMCO situation, we encourage you to continue giving your tithes/offering during this time through online banking, The details are below:

Pledge Payment can be done via Online to Wesley Methodist Church Klang Bank Account No: UOB 171-315-561-1

I struggle with the idea of Abraham willingly sacrificing Isaac…the thought makes my stomach turn and my mind spin. It’s unnatural. It’s cruel. Because let’s face it, no one likes to read or talk about sacrifices. And even though it is central to the Gospel message, we don’t really like to talk about sacrifice… much less make it personal. Yet personal is right where God goes. Abraham treasured Isaac. Then God said, “Take your son, your only son, Isaac, WHOM YOU LOVE, and go to the region of Moriah.” (Genesis 22:2). Seriously, could God have gotten any more specific? Your son… Your only son… His name is Isaac, just in case you’re confused. You know, the son you love….yeah, that’s the one.

God called Abraham to sacrifice his Isaac…and He calls us to do the same. Whatever the “Isaac” is in our lives, nothing or no one should ever take the place that is only reserved for God in our hearts.

WHY? Because God knows that humans or “earthly things” are poor substitute gods. Only God can fulfill our needs. But in order for us to know this truth, we must be willing to walk up the mountain of obedience…our own “Moriah”, willing to “sacrifice” in our hearts what we love more than God. Because we have all fallen for the lie that we know what’s better for us than God does.

We struggle in our walk of obedience because at the heart of the matter, we don’t trust God can provide. So many times we think we know what’s best for us. We fail to walk in obedience to what God calls us to do because we don’t trust Him to be faithful and trustworthy. We fear He won’t provide. We fear He won’t come through for us. We fear our obedience will cost us too much because there is some sort of sacrifice involved. We settle for the guy or girl in front of us because we don’t trust that God can provide anyone better. We settle for the easy so we don’t have to trust in the difficult.

So what is God calling you to sacrifice?

Maybe, just maybe there is something better for you on the other side of that sacrifice. For some of you, it may be a better situation…a new job, a healthier lifestyle….or a stronger relationship with God. One thing we do see in this story is that Abraham had learned to take God at His word. God spoke and Abraham obeyed….even when he didn’t understand. Even when the plan wasn’t clear. Abraham trusted that God would live up to His name: Jehovah-Jireh…“The Lord will provide”. “We will worship and then WE will come back to you.” (Genesis 22:5). Abraham didn’t know how, but he placed his trust in the Lord and walked forward in obedience. The Lord will provide…

Now before you get discouraged and say “I could never trust God like Abraham…” Realize Abraham, like all of us, was a work in progress. Remember Hagar and Ishmael? Yeah, Abraham didn’t trust God fully in that situation and the result included pain for everyone affected by his disobedience and distrust. Sin has a way of doing that…affecting the innocent.

YET…God is faithful and used the opportunity to grow and refine Abraham’s faith in the process. Through the consequences of Abraham’s disobedience he learned the valuable lesson of trusting God to provide.

I don’t know what you’re walking through right now, but I want to encourage you with this truth…. God’s name is Jehovah-Jireh…“The LORD Will Provide”…let’s take Him at His name.

God’s name is not past tense, it’s future tense….He WILL provide. And He did on an old wooden cross over two thousand years ago. The Lamb of God, not a ram caught in a bush, but a Savior….a Rescuer who willingly became the sacrifice for our sins so that we might have forgiveness and freedom through Him.

Now that is something to be thankful for! (ANGELA PERRITT)