Speaker: Rev Gaurri Maniam
Sermon Title: The Testing Of Abraham’s Faith
Scripture Text: Genesis 22
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Heavenly Father,
help us embrace any trials that You see fit in our lives.
Lord, it is not always easy to align
our minds with the mind of Christ.
Often it is hard to see trials in a positive light,
yet Your Word tells us that life’s difficulties
sharpen our faith.
Increase our faith, O Lord.
Help us to look at difficulties with Your eyes,
and give us an eternal perspective on all the problems
we face, so that when the next trial comes,
may we respond with utter joy,
knowing that the testing of our faith produces the godly
fruit of patience and an opportunity to grow in grace,
and as a springboard to develop a deeper and more
secure relationship with You.
In Jesus’ name,
Amen
Sunday, ( May 29) – James 1: 12 says, “Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial because when he had stood the test, he will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him.” Pray that God would enable us to persevere under trials. Pray that God’s grace will indeed be sufficient for each one of us as we entrust into His hands the struggles that we face in our lives. Pray that we fix our eyes upon Jesus, the author, and perfecter of our faith and that our faith in Jesus may not be shaken by any circumstances.
Monday, (May 30) – Youth & Sunday School Ministries – Both the Youth & Sunday School Ministries have resumed in-person meetings in church. Pray that as our youths and children come back together, they may re-connect with one another well. Pray that God would once again instill the hearts of our younger generation a desire and a passion to seek after God’s heart. Pray for God’s wisdom and guidance be upon our youth counselors and our Sunday School teachers as they strive to point our younger generation to Christ. Pray that God would raise up more people who would be able to journey with our youths.
Tuesday, (May 31) – Pray for the youth globally that God would give them passion and a deep-seated purpose for living regardless of their circumstances (Jer. 29:11; Rom. 8:28-29). Pray that their thoughts continue to be transformed in Christ and that they will be an example to the world in their words, lifestyles, love, faith, and purity (1 Tim. 4:12). Pray that God to provide the youth with the ability to love, respect, and honour their parents, teachers, spiritual leaders, and governmental authorities (Eph. 6:2-3).
Wednesday, (Jun 1) – Pray for the Nation: Pray for an end to the current surge in hand, foot, and mouth disease (HFMD) clusters, particularly among children aged six and under in nurseries, kindergartens, and day-care centres. Pray for all parties concerned, such as the state health agency, businesses, and child caregivers, to take extra measures by keeping the premises, floors, restrooms, and equipment used by children clean. Pray for the children who have been affected with this disease to recover quickly. Pray also for a reduction in the recent increase in the number of dengue cases through increased dengue surveillance, social and community mobilisation toward preventative activities, and responsiveness in controlling the dengue outbreak.
Thursday, (Jun 2) – TRAC: Pray for the upcoming TRAC Worship Ministry Leaders’ Retreat: Renewed Through Worship that would be held on 4-6 June 2022. Pray that the Lord will renew the hearts of all those who would be attending the retreat. Pray that as worship leaders engage with one another from other TRAC Churches, they may be refreshed to lead & mentor their respective worship teams. Pray for good participation by all TRAC Churches.
Friday, (Jun 3) – Pray for Rev. Gaurri, as she has begun her three-month sabbatical. Pray that she will have a blessed Sabbath rest, the time for renewing her soul in God, the time to reconnect with God intimately. Pray that she will also have a good time with her family and friends. Pray that God’s presence, protection and guidance to be upon her and family in all she is engaged throughout the three months. Pray that the church will continue to serve God and His people in unity and obedience during the three months under the lordship of our Lord Jesus, the Good Shepherd, on whom we wholly depend.
Saturday (Jun 4) – Pray for the World: Pray for God’s comfort to be upon the families who have lost their loved ones in the Texas elementary school shooting. Pray for His healing to be upon the survivors who have witnessed and suffered such a traumatic incident. Pray for God’s direction to be upon the leaders to take serious action on gun control, working with local police and authorities to ensure the safety of the people in each town. Pray that the hearts of the leaders and people turn to the LORD, that they find true security, peace and freedom in Him alone.
CHURCH RESUMES IN-PERSON WORSHIP SERVICE & SOPs
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PASTOR AWAY FOR SABBATICAL
Rev Gaurri will be away for three months for her sabbatical break which is given to her by TRAC. She will be away from June 1 – August 31, 2022. Please connect with our Lay Leader, Mr Terrence Tan for any pastoral matters during her break.
2nd OFFERING FOR MAY 2022
The 2nd Offering for the month of May goes towards TRAC Methodist Women Sunday Project (50% goes to TRAC Mission General Fund & 50% goes to Haknook Jenang). You may give through online banking to Wesley Methodist Church Klang, Account No: UOB 171-315-561-1 or through e-wallet. The DuitNow QR Code can be found at the Tithes and Offering announcement below.
HOLY COMMUNION IN JUNE
Holy Communion for the month of June will be celebrated on June 18 & 19, 2022 and it will be administered by DS Rev Paul Christie.
NEXT WEEKEND’S WORSHIP SERVICES
Date: June 4 & 5, 2022
Speaker: Pastor Mike Ngui
Sermon Title: Gathered As Disciples Of Jesus
Scripture Text: Acts 2: 1 – 4, 42 – 47
CORPORATE PRAYER MEETINGS
(via ZOOM)
Mornings (8:00am-8:30am) on Tuesdays-Thursdays
Night (9:00pm-10pm) ONLY on Thursdays
Meeting ID: 868 7905 5124
Passcode: 763853
DANCE CLASS
Starting July 2022, 1st and 2nd Sundays of every month, Dance Class will be on for girls from 6 years old onwards.
Date: Sunday, July 3, 2022 (1st Class)
Time: 9.45am – 10.45am
Venue: Rooms 2 & 3, 2nd Floor
Please contact Lim Jade (016-9194849) or Lim Faye (016-3494945) for further details and registration.
INTERACTIVE BIBLE CLASS
LETTER TO COLOSSIANS
(via ZOOM)
Date: Begins on Sunday, July 3, 2022
(Alternate Sundays – 8 Sessions)
Time: 3:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
If interested please WhatsApp Ernest Lin (016-208 8691)
FAMILY MINISTRIES
DISCIPLING THE NEXT GENERATION
(via ZOOM)
Speaker: Dr Herbert Tan
Date: Saturday, June 18, 2022
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12 noon (Session 1)
2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. (Session 2)
Cost: FREE
Registration Closing Date: June 12, 2022
Organized by Board of Christian Education, Methodist Church of Malaysia.
D6 MALAYSIA FAMILY CONFERENCE 2022
GENERATIONAL DISCIPLESHIP
(via ZOOM)
Speaker: Rob Rienow
Date: Saturday, July 2, 2022
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
8:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
Cost: RM30 per participant
Registration Closing Date: June 15, 2022
Elective Workshops
Registration link: Please click HERE!
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TITHES & OFFERING
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Speaker: Mr Asiri Fernando
Sermon Title: In the Power of the Spirit
Scripture Text: Philippians 2: 1 – 2
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Speaker: Mr Asiri Fernando
Sermon Title: In the Power of the Spirit
Scripture Text: Philippians 2: 1 – 2
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Almighty God,
in a time of great need
you raised up your servants,
John and Charles Wesley,
and by your Spirit inspired them
to kindle a flame of sacred love
which leaped and ran, an inextinguishable blaze.
Grant that all those
whose hearts have been warmed
at these altar fires,
being continually refreshed by your grace,
may be so devoted
to the increase of scriptural holiness
throughout the land
that in this our time of great need,
your will may fully and effectively be done
on earth as it is in heaven;
through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Amen
Sunday, ( May 22) – In the words of John Wesley – “I went very unwillingly to a society in Aldersgate Street, where one was reading Luther’s preface to the Epistle to the Romans. About a quarter before nine, while he was describing the change which God works in the heart through faith in Christ, I felt my heart strangely warmed. I felt I did trust in Christ, Christ alone, for salvation; and an assurance was given me that He had taken away my sins, even mine, and saved me from the law of sin and death” – Pray that we would indeed experience a deep assurance of God’s forgiveness and assurance deep down in our hearts.
Monday, (May 23) – Cell Group Ministry: Pray for CGs to grow together in the Lord. Pray for God’s wisdom and guidance to be upon all CG Leaders as they lead their respective CGs. Pray that members will be able to connect with God and with one another as they meet together. Pray that through the CG ministry, we may be able to encourage and spur one another on in our walk with God. Pray that members would not neglect coming together to meet.
Tuesday, (May 24) – Pray for Christians around the world to seek the Lord in humility and contrite hearts, repenting of their sinful ways. Pray for God’s peace, unity, and encouragement for the body of Christ, particularly in building one another up. Pray for the Church’s desire to follow Christ by denying oneself, taking up their cross, and following Him by daily surrender to the guidance and leadership of the Holy Spirit and burying the weak lustful flesh. Pray that Christians can only be productive for God by abiding in the Vine (John 15).
Wednesday, (May 25) – Pray for the Nation: Pray that God would raise up godly generations (Deuteronomy 6) to become “bright ministers,” as Damansara MP Tony Pua has echoed in leading our nation with godly fingerprints of more transparency, honesty, and complete devotion to serving the welfare of the rakyat. Pray for a shift in the current society that views politics as a “noble profession” rather than political and corrupt. Pray that God may raise up young leaders with godly character and discernment in recognising good and evil for our upcoming 15th general election (GE15).
Thursday, (May 26) – TRAC: Pray for the upcoming TRAC Worship Ministry Leaders’ Retreat: Renewed Through Worship. Pray that the Lord will renew the hearts of all those who would be attending the retreat. Pray that as worship leaders engage with one another from other TRAC Churches, they may be refreshed to lead & mentor their respective worship teams. Pray for good participation by all TRAC Churches.
Friday, (May 27) – As many countries head towards endemicity with their former strict SOPs to be more relaxed today, pray for God’s protection to be upon individuals, especially for little children aged 5 and below who are without vaccination. Pray that God will strengthen their immune systems, help them to learn and obtain the habits of washing hands appropriately and protect them from covid 19 and other infections and diseases, such as Hand, foot and mouth disease.
Saturday (May 28) – Pray for the World: Pray that the world come together to tackle with the issue of global warming and climate change, which could result in stronger storms, heatwaves, droughts, wildfires and so on. Pray for God’s wisdom and guidance to be upon each country’s leaders as they commit to taking the necessary steps. Pray that we, as individuals, will take an interest in this issue and do what we can do for the betterment of the world.