The Beatitudes
Dear Lord,
Make me poor in spirit, so that I can receive the kingdom of God.
When I mourn, help me find comfort.
Make me meek, so that I may inherit the land.
Help me to hunger and thirst for righteousness, so that I may be satisfied.
Make me merciful, so I may obtain your mercy.
Make me pure of heart, so that I may see you.
Help me make peace,
so that I may be called your child.
When I am persecuted for
righteousness’s sake show
me your kingdom.
Amen
Sunday, (Jan 8) – Help us to know deep down in our hearts that God is always present with us. Pray that God would enable us to experience the nearness of God through the Holy Spirit in our lives. Give us a hunger and thirst for righteousness; fill our hearts with love, overflowing with mercy; make our hearts pure, and give us a vision of your glory. Pray also that God would enable us to be peacemakers and agents of reconciliation in the world we live in.
Monday, (Jan 9) – Worship & Music Ministry – The Worship & Music Ministry is a ministry that enables the congregation to worship God through songs and music and as well as through facilitating the weekly worship services. Pray for each worship leader and their respective team that God would enable them to serve Him together. Pray for a oneness of heart and mind as they work together to facilitate worship. Pray for the joy of the Lord to be their strength as they serve in this ministry. Pray for God’s wisdom to be upon Ms. Hilda Chin as she heads and leads the Worship & Music Ministry.
Tuesday, (Jan 10) – Pray for all God’s people as they enter the New Year with circumcised hearts, renewing their commitment and rededication to walk in Christ with greater humility, faith, hope, and love for Him and His people. Pray that God will do something new in their lives, shaping and transforming their characters to Christlikeness and beauty, allowing them to see the impossible become possible and the unbelievable become believable in this new season of their lives. Pray for supernatural strength and willpower from God to overcome challenges or crises in the coming year, as well as for them to keep their eyes fixed on Jesus and not to lose sight of where God is leading His people in 2023 and beyond.
Wednesday, (Jan 11) – Pray for the Nation : Continue to pray for Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, our Prime Minister, that whatever policies he implements, he will commit to God, trusting that He will put these plans and steps in place to rebuild the nation’s economy and implement structural sociopolitical reforms. Pray that ministers and senators from all coalition parties, particularly the oppositions, will not dwell on the past, but instead strive to work together, putting their differences and ideologies aside, to rebuild the country to its former glory. Pray for God’s righteousness to reign as our government leaders govern the country with justice, mercy, and humility.
Thursday, (Jan 12) – TRAC – We give thanks to the Lord for His provision upon Trinity Methodist Church, PJ that they were able to renovate and refurbish their old sanctuary. As the church comes together for the dedication service of their newly renovated sanctuary on the 15th of January, pray that the church may use the sanctuary for the advancement of God’s work. Pray that the services held in this sanctuary will truly minister to the hearts of the congregation. Pray also that God will use the church to reach out and minister to those who live in their vicinity.
Friday, (Jan 13) – Pray for the first LCEC meeting of this year 2023 that is held tomorrow. As the pastor and leaders wait upon the Lord and seek His direction and wisdom on the ministries and matters pertaining to the church, pray for God’s presence throughout the meeting and His Spirit may unite them as one in heart and mind in our Lord Jesus. Pray for God’s guidance and blessings to be upon brother Noel Lim, as he leads the meeting as LCEC chairman.
Saturday (Jan 14) – Pray for the world, as several regions need to deal with harsh winter conditions. Pray for California in the US, which was recently hit by the severe winter storm that produced strong wind, heavy rain and snow, along with flooding and mudslides. Pray for God’s protection and comfort to be upon the people, providing secure shelter and daily necessities for those who have been affected. Pray for the safety of rescue and restoration efforts. Pray that by His mercy there will be no further danger and risks of rising tides, floods, mudslides and power outages.
WORSHIP SERVICE SOPs
2nd OFFERING FOR JANUARY 2023
The 2nd Offering for the month of January goes towards Ripe Fields Ministry Building Fund. You may give through online banking to Wesley Methodist Church Klang, Account No: UOB 171-315-561-1 or through e-wallet. For the DuitNow QR Code, please click https://www.klangwesley.com/give.
LIVE STREAMING DISCONTINUED
Please take note that the live streaming for Worship Services will be discontinued effective January 1, 2023. The weekend service will be uploaded to the church website by 9pm every Monday.
NEXT WEEKEND’S WORSHIP SERVICES
Date: January 14 & 15, 2023
Speaker: Rev Gaurri Maniam
Sermon Title: We are God’s Salt and Light
Scripture Text: Matthew 5: 13 – 16
PRAYER MEETING SCHEDULES
The following is the Schedule of the Prayer Meetings:
Please take note that there will be No Prayer Meetings on the following dates:
LCEC MEETING
Date: Saturday, January 14, 2023
Time: 1:00p.m.
Time: Room 2 & 3, 2nd Floor
PRAY FOR MALAYSIA – ONLINE PRAYER GATHERING
Date: Sunday, January 15, 2022
Time: 8:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Online link: https://pray.smced.org
Organised by The Methodist Church in Malaysia.
SUPER SENIORS CELL GROUP MEETING
Date: Wednesday, January 18, 2023
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Venue: Multi-Purpose Hall
YOUTH BAPTISM & MEMBERSHIP CLASS
To begin on the last weekend of January 2023, the actual date is to be confirmed. Interested participants, please contact Mr Ernest Lin at 016-208 8691 or Ms Koa Vi Vian at 012-214 1545 to register.
ADULT BIBLE CLASS – PRAYER: AN ADVENTURE WITH GOD
The above Class will have 4 more sessions and it will resume on:
Date: Sunday, February 5, 2023
Time: 11:00 a.m.
Venue: Rooms 5, 2nd Floor
Facilitator: Rev Gaurri Maniam
All are welcome.
SALVATION – SAVED FOR GOOD?
Orgnised by TRAC:
Speaker: Bishop Dr Gordon Wong
(Bishop of Methodist Church in Singapore)
Date: Saturday, February 11, 2023
Time: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon
Venue: via ZOOM (after you have registered the link will be sent via e-mail one day before the event)
For further enquiries, please contact Rev Gaurri Maniam at 012-559-4537
MISSIONS FAITH PLEDGE 2023
The Missions Faith Pledge Form 2023 can be dropped into the BOX provided at the Foyer or you may submit it through the church website. Click on ‘Giving’, select Missions Faith Pledge 2023, fill-in your details and submit. Please submit your forms by February 1, 2023.
RAUB ORANG ASLI HOSTEL TUITION MINISTRY (HAKNOOK JENANG)
The Raub Hostel (Haknook Jenang) requires more volunteers for English/Maths/ History/ Science tutors. The tuition will be online and 1-2 hours weekly commitment. Those interested, please contact Ms Koa Vi Vian at 012 214 1545.
ALTAR FLOWERS CALENDAR 2023
The Altar Flowers Calendar 2023 is up on the notice board. Please fill in your details clearly on the dates you wish to donate. The contribution of RM20 per person can be handed to the church office or put into the pledge envelope (write your name & date and tick ALTAR FLOWERS) and drop it into the offering bag.
TRAINING & EQUIPPING SURVEY
The Training & Equipping Team is conducting a survey and requires your input for planning training & equipping activities for our Church.
Please submit your reply in the link below:
https://tinyurl.com/3evuphhr
TITHES & OFFERING
You may give your tithes/offerings through online banking or an e-wallet. Please click https://www.klangwesley.com/give for more information.
Speaker: Rev Gaurri Maniam
Sermon Title: The Fellowship Of The Believers
Scripture Text: Acts 2: 42 – 47
https://vimeo.com/785420979/c53a81c39f
Christian Copyright Licensing International (CCLI)
Account #: 464937
* Copyright License – 31/07/2023
* Song@Select Advance – 31/07/2023
* Streaming License – 31/07/2023
Speaker: Mr Yap Chee Kai
Sermon Title: Forget The Past & Press On Towards The Goal In Christ
Scripture Text: Isaiah 43: 18 – 19 & Philippians 3: 13 – 14
https://vimeo.com/784180635
Christian Copyright Licensing International (CCLI)
Account #: 464937
* Copyright License – 31/07/2023
* Song@Select Advance – 31/07/2023
* Streaming License – 31/07/2023
https://vimeo.com/782169481/f22fc4c889
Christian Copyright Licensing International (CCLI)
Account #: 464937
* Copyright License – 31/07/2023
* Song@Select Advance – 31/07/2023
* Streaming License – 31/07/2023
God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ,
whose years never fail and whose mercies are new each returning day
let the radiance of your Spirt renew our lives, warming our hearts and giving light to our minds;
that we may pass the coming year in joyful obedience and firm faith; through Him who is the beginning and the end, Your Son Christ our Lord
AMEN.
David Silk
Sunday, (Jan 1) – Christ is the head of the church and we are the body. Pray that the Lord will once again fill us with the same love and passion as the early believers in the early church. Pray that the Lord will give us persistent hunger for His Word so that our lives may be transformed to be Christlike. Pray that we as a community of God’s people in Klang Wesley will be devoted to prayer. Pray also that we will be devoted to one another by loving caring for one another. Pray that God would use Klang Wesley as a beacon of light to those who have yet to know Jesus as their Lord and Savior.
Monday, (Jan 2) – Sunday School & Youth – The children and youth ministry are challenging and important ministries of the church. Pray that through the Sunday School & Youth ministry, we may help our younger generation to grow in the love and knowledge of God. Pray for all Sunday School teachers and as well as our Youth Counselors. Pray that the joy of the Lord will be their strength as they serve continually every week. Pray that our Sunday School teachers and youth counselors will grow in their personal walk with God as they help the younger ones to grow.
Tuesday, (Jan 3) – Pray for the church to cultivate a posture of thanksgiving to God for his faithfulness and goodness in previous years, and for God’s peace and love to strengthen his people’s faith as they enter a new year. Pray that the New Year will be focused on total obedience to the Lord, allowing him to do a new thing in the lives of his people by pressing on toward the prize of God’s upward call in Christ Jesus. Pray for a New Year’s start in 2023 that will renew our faith as a new creation in Christ and our love for God and His people.
Wednesday, (Jan 4) – Pray for the Nation: Thank God for the unity government, and pray for God’s blessings and favour on our rulers, the Prime Minister and his newly appointed cabinet ministers, as they navigate the country out of the current crisis. Pray for our Prime Minister so that he can continue to strengthen the unity government, and that good and close cooperation from his ministers will allow him to accelerate the implementation of his institutional reforms for the benefit of the nation and rakyat. Pray for God’s protection for our health system’s frontliners and rakyat, and follow our Health DG’s advice to get a booster of Covid-19 vaccine in light of China’s decision to reopen its border on January 8, 2023.
Thursday, (Jan 5) – TRAC – The TRAC Board of Ministry would be meeting on 13th of January 2023. Pray for Rev. Ashok Amarasingam who is the chairman of the Board of Ministry, as he leads this board. Pray for God’s wisdom to be upon the Board of Ministry as they address issues such as a shortage of pastors in TRAC. Commit also to the Lord all District Superintendents in TRAC, pray for God’s guidance to be with them as they carry this conference responsibility on top of pastoring churches.
Friday, (Jan 6) – Pray for children, parents, guardians and teachers as school resumes this week. Pray that after the weeks of holidays, they are readjusting smoothly to their regular schedule with schools and other activities. Pray for God’s protection upon their journey to and from school and wherever they need to go. Pray that the children are able to concentrate well in class. Pray that God will bestow His grace, strength, wisdom and patience upon the teachers, parents and guardians as they lead the children in the right directions.
Saturday (Jan 7) – Pray for Afghanistan. Pray for God’s mercy and intervention upon the nation, particularly in light of recent measures taken by its authorities to ban women from obtaining higher education and working for NGOs. Pray that the fundamental human rights of the people to be protected in the country. Pray for the recognition that both men and women are essential in their roles to contribute to the needs, growth and development of the society.