Most of us enjoy WWE. Some of us can even name the 'actors' and are ardent supporters of some of them.
A study was conducted on "The Relationship Between Watching Professional Wrestling on Television and Engaging in Date Fighting Among High School Students." The survey of 2,485 students from North Carolina, found that there were significant correlations between frequency of watching wrestling and engaging in fighting and weapon carrying for both males and females.
The authors commented that "numerous studies have revealed a consistent association between adolescents' exposure to violence and victimization and their risk of carrying weapons, having attitudes accepting the use of violence or aggressive behaviors to resolve conflict or achieve goals, and actually using violence."
The recommendation: "Reducing children's and adolescents' exposure to violence from media sources should be an important component of any violence-prevention strategy."
So to there parents out there: 'What are our children watching?'
To the youth & adults: 'What are we watching?'
Tuesday, August 22, 2006
Sex in the City
Recent studies confirmed concerns about the influence of media on children and adolescents. A journal article in 'Pediatrics', entitled "Exposure to Degrading Versus Nondegrading Music Lyrics and Sexual Behavior Among Youth," was based on telephone interviews with 1,461 teens aged 12 to 17. The group was interviewed three times: in 2001, 2002 and 2004.
The average youth, according to the article, listens to music 1.5 to 2.5 hours per day, not counting music videos. Sexual themes are common in much of this music and range from romantic and playful to degrading and hostile. The authors found a strong justification for the notion that listening to sexual lyrics may influence adolescents' sexual behavior. Their study foound that "Teens who spent more time listening to music were more likely than those who spent less to initiate intercourse."
The results showed that the more teens listened to degrading sexual music content, the more likely they were to subsequently initiate intercourse. By contrast, exposure to non-degrading sexual music did not lead to changes in sexual behavior. "Reducing the amount of degrading sexual content in popular music or reducing young people's exposure to music with this type of content could help delay the onset of sexual behavior," concluded the article.
So what music do you listen to?
The average youth, according to the article, listens to music 1.5 to 2.5 hours per day, not counting music videos. Sexual themes are common in much of this music and range from romantic and playful to degrading and hostile. The authors found a strong justification for the notion that listening to sexual lyrics may influence adolescents' sexual behavior. Their study foound that "Teens who spent more time listening to music were more likely than those who spent less to initiate intercourse."
The results showed that the more teens listened to degrading sexual music content, the more likely they were to subsequently initiate intercourse. By contrast, exposure to non-degrading sexual music did not lead to changes in sexual behavior. "Reducing the amount of degrading sexual content in popular music or reducing young people's exposure to music with this type of content could help delay the onset of sexual behavior," concluded the article.
So what music do you listen to?
Sunday, August 20, 2006
My Prayer Today
Dear Jesus,
Peace be with you. It is with great joy that I come into your presence today, knowing that your love endures forever. Though mountains may tremble and valleys may run dry, your love endures forever.
What is your love, O Lord? Your love is your commitment to us. Committed to ensure that even if I walk thro' the valley of darkness, no evil need I fear. Your staff and your rod are there to protect me.
Glory to God in the highest and peace to his people on earth. You rule the world with love and your love endures forever. Your mercy reigns over your justice. We would never face your wrath as long as we repent and come back to you and dwell in your love. Yes, indeed the love of God endures forever.
You have chosen me, useless that I am, pulled me up from the pit of death and nourished me with your life. The 'zoe' of God. The life that has overcome death. Yes, victory is yours. The world is yours. Let all the inhabitants of the world praise your holy name … for your love endures forever.
Peace be with you. It is with great joy that I come into your presence today, knowing that your love endures forever. Though mountains may tremble and valleys may run dry, your love endures forever.
What is your love, O Lord? Your love is your commitment to us. Committed to ensure that even if I walk thro' the valley of darkness, no evil need I fear. Your staff and your rod are there to protect me.
Glory to God in the highest and peace to his people on earth. You rule the world with love and your love endures forever. Your mercy reigns over your justice. We would never face your wrath as long as we repent and come back to you and dwell in your love. Yes, indeed the love of God endures forever.
You have chosen me, useless that I am, pulled me up from the pit of death and nourished me with your life. The 'zoe' of God. The life that has overcome death. Yes, victory is yours. The world is yours. Let all the inhabitants of the world praise your holy name … for your love endures forever.
SACCRE Youth to set Youths Ablaze
As part of a growing awareness that something must be done for our youth, SACCRE Youth is organising the ABLAZE Youth Rally for young people aged 16 – 30 in Singapore. Teens as well as young adults in Singapore will have the chance to set their hearts ablaze for God on Saturday, 9 September 2006, at the Church of St. Ignatius from 7:30 pm – 10:00pm.
As a body of various youth ministries across the diocese, SACCRE Youth is a newly formed youth body under SACCRE (Singapore Archdiocesan Catholic Charismatic Renewal Experience) with a huge vision, of building and inspiring a growing desire among youths in our parishes to enter and experience a real and deeper relationship with God.
Young people today are being pulled away from the church by numerous factors. SACCRE Youth believes that we need revival and to be set ‘on fire’ by experiencing the love of God in a radical way, even more than what we’ve always known. Youths today need a catalyst for renewal and for turning back to the church.
ABLAZE is therefore aimed to be a nationwide youth rally where young people from all over Singapore gather and be inspired by other young Catholics on fire for God. It aspires to give every participant a new, exciting experience of God's love and presence. At this Spirit-filled event, young people, especially youths from the West district, will be challenged to live out their faith in new ways and to contribute their talents, instead of watching the church at the sidelines.
Though this September event is held in the west district, young people all over Singapore are invited. Expect a lively praise and worship scene, and a spiritually revitalising talk on the theme -- The deeper, higher and longer love of God.
The rally’s guest speaker is Freddy Gomez, who is experienced in engaging with youth in spiritual dialogue, helping them encounter Jesus in their lives by sharing his own journey towards Christ. At the end of the talk, all will be invited to request intercessory and healing prayer for any personal need.
The various youth ministries sharing the vision of SACCRE Youth include Amplify Ministries, Jesus Youth (Christ the King), Living Stones Campus Outreach, NTU CSA Charismatic Prayer Group, and Youth Arise Ministry (OLPS).
If you are interested to be part of ABLAZE you may get there via bus services 48, 93, 153, 165, 174, 186, 855 or 961 to Farrer Road and walk towards St. Ignatius Church along King’s Road.
More information on the rally can be obtained from the Ablaze Blog at http://ablazesingapore.blogspot.com, by email to info@saccre-youth.org or by contacting Marcellus 98781601.
-by Samantha Chan
More information:
http://www.saccre-youth.org
As a body of various youth ministries across the diocese, SACCRE Youth is a newly formed youth body under SACCRE (Singapore Archdiocesan Catholic Charismatic Renewal Experience) with a huge vision, of building and inspiring a growing desire among youths in our parishes to enter and experience a real and deeper relationship with God.
Young people today are being pulled away from the church by numerous factors. SACCRE Youth believes that we need revival and to be set ‘on fire’ by experiencing the love of God in a radical way, even more than what we’ve always known. Youths today need a catalyst for renewal and for turning back to the church.
ABLAZE is therefore aimed to be a nationwide youth rally where young people from all over Singapore gather and be inspired by other young Catholics on fire for God. It aspires to give every participant a new, exciting experience of God's love and presence. At this Spirit-filled event, young people, especially youths from the West district, will be challenged to live out their faith in new ways and to contribute their talents, instead of watching the church at the sidelines.
Though this September event is held in the west district, young people all over Singapore are invited. Expect a lively praise and worship scene, and a spiritually revitalising talk on the theme -- The deeper, higher and longer love of God.
The rally’s guest speaker is Freddy Gomez, who is experienced in engaging with youth in spiritual dialogue, helping them encounter Jesus in their lives by sharing his own journey towards Christ. At the end of the talk, all will be invited to request intercessory and healing prayer for any personal need.
The various youth ministries sharing the vision of SACCRE Youth include Amplify Ministries, Jesus Youth (Christ the King), Living Stones Campus Outreach, NTU CSA Charismatic Prayer Group, and Youth Arise Ministry (OLPS).
If you are interested to be part of ABLAZE you may get there via bus services 48, 93, 153, 165, 174, 186, 855 or 961 to Farrer Road and walk towards St. Ignatius Church along King’s Road.
More information on the rally can be obtained from the Ablaze Blog at http://ablazesingapore.blogspot.com, by email to info@saccre-youth.org or by contacting Marcellus 98781601.
-by Samantha Chan
More information:
http://www.saccre-youth.org
Thursday, August 17, 2006
The Situation in Singapore
Aug 17, 2006
Rise in sex infections hastens need to educate the young
Threefold increase in cases among those aged 10-19; over 40 have HIV
-The Straits Times
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I'm so glad the unmarried youth & young adults committed themselves to sexual purity during the last instalment of the Blood Covenant series. Marriage is a blood covenant and true love waits.
Rise in sex infections hastens need to educate the young
Threefold increase in cases among those aged 10-19; over 40 have HIV
-The Straits Times
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I'm so glad the unmarried youth & young adults committed themselves to sexual purity during the last instalment of the Blood Covenant series. Marriage is a blood covenant and true love waits.
Tuesday, August 15, 2006
Victorious Living
Have you ever wondered … wondered why many Christians do not live victorious lives. The go around all day gloomy, bored, uninterested & seemingly defeated. I mean… come on aren’t we supposed to be victorious in Christ? Living a life filled with purpose and meaning? Yet sadly, many Christians live a very miserable life. Was the price paid on the cross not enough? Mmmm … well, probably they just do not know the covenantal blessings that is available to them and the rights of a believer.
When we become Christians we are born again. We are born again as we take on a new nature, the nature of Christ. We are exchanging robes with Christ as we enter into covenant with Jesus.
During Jesus’ earthly ministry, He was operating under the old covenant and that was why he was circumcised when young. All the signs and wonders that Jesus performed, he performed it operating under the old covenant before he could establish the new covenant with his own blood.
That is probably the reason why Jesus said that we would do the things that he did and greater things then him. Can you imagine … you can do greater things than Jesus. Do you believe it?
To be continued.
When we become Christians we are born again. We are born again as we take on a new nature, the nature of Christ. We are exchanging robes with Christ as we enter into covenant with Jesus.
During Jesus’ earthly ministry, He was operating under the old covenant and that was why he was circumcised when young. All the signs and wonders that Jesus performed, he performed it operating under the old covenant before he could establish the new covenant with his own blood.
That is probably the reason why Jesus said that we would do the things that he did and greater things then him. Can you imagine … you can do greater things than Jesus. Do you believe it?
To be continued.
Beautiful Day
Today is another beautiful day. A creation of God. The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases and there are new every morning. I bless the Lord this day dedicated to the Assumption of your mother.
It was a joy to start the day with Mass & reflecting on the life of Mary. She is indeed a humble and powerful instrument of God. The vessel that was to bring God into the world. In all of humanity, she was chosen. She must have been real special in the eyes of God to be chosen for this role. Hence, we should always look to her as our role model in Christ. Many saints have look at her as their role model in life and achieve exemplary results. So can we. As we dedicate our lives to Christ, it is indeed a life worth living.
It was a joy to start the day with Mass & reflecting on the life of Mary. She is indeed a humble and powerful instrument of God. The vessel that was to bring God into the world. In all of humanity, she was chosen. She must have been real special in the eyes of God to be chosen for this role. Hence, we should always look to her as our role model in Christ. Many saints have look at her as their role model in life and achieve exemplary results. So can we. As we dedicate our lives to Christ, it is indeed a life worth living.
Monday, August 14, 2006
Blood Covenant Part 4
Blood Covenants is truly an amazing revelation of God’s love that all believers should learn more about. You would discover the depth of God’s amazing unfailing love.
Last Friday nite, we focused on the Mosaic Covenant & the New Covenant. In the Mosaic Covenant, we zoomed in on the Passover Celebration, which was the bonding agent of the covenant. Since, the actual Passover, the celebration has been carried out for centuries even until today. Yes, Jews today still celebrate the Passover as a memorial of the great and mighty works the Lord had done to set the people free from slavery.
We looked at the salient points of the Passover and proceeded to see the New Covenant in the light of the old. It was an amazing eye opener to those who were there. They discovered in depth, how Jesus, the lamb who takes away the sins of the world, took our place at the cross.
When, Jesus sets us free, we are free indeed. The blessing and promises of God are there for us to claim as we are now his covenant partners and can come boldly into the presence of God. Rejoice! Rejoice in the Lord always.
Last Friday nite, we focused on the Mosaic Covenant & the New Covenant. In the Mosaic Covenant, we zoomed in on the Passover Celebration, which was the bonding agent of the covenant. Since, the actual Passover, the celebration has been carried out for centuries even until today. Yes, Jews today still celebrate the Passover as a memorial of the great and mighty works the Lord had done to set the people free from slavery.
We looked at the salient points of the Passover and proceeded to see the New Covenant in the light of the old. It was an amazing eye opener to those who were there. They discovered in depth, how Jesus, the lamb who takes away the sins of the world, took our place at the cross.
When, Jesus sets us free, we are free indeed. The blessing and promises of God are there for us to claim as we are now his covenant partners and can come boldly into the presence of God. Rejoice! Rejoice in the Lord always.
Sunday, August 06, 2006
What a Nite!
There is a new generation of youth / young adults arising. Those who know the value of time and know the best way to spend their Friday nites. It's exciting, it's refreshing & it's life changing.
People from all walks of life are coming together to dwell in the presence of God. Be it secondary / JC students, teachers, lawyers, civil servants, budding entrepreneurs, accountants, etc... they are all at the Catholic Spirituality Centre worshipping God & being nourished in his word at Amplify Ministries prayer meetings.
The nite started with an amazing praise and worship to the mighty Lord led my Dominic Chan.
He led God's people thro' the gates, into the inner courts and into the Holy of Holies. God's anointing filled the entire hall & his strong presence was felt by all.
The third installment of the Blood Covenant series started 'in the beginning' - Genesis.
We went thro' God's covenant with Adam, Noah & Abraham. Not only that, we also look at varies characters such as Cain, Abel, Seth, Methusaleh & Enoch. It was simply amazing as testified by many after the prayer meeting.
We also finally understood why we take on a new name at Confirmation. We were given an opportunity to reflect on our Christian walk so far & recommit ourselves to the Lord!
Friends, next week is going to be the last installment of the Blood Covenant Series. It is not to be missed! Prioritize this event and you would realise that you have made a very wise choice. See you this Friday. God Bless.
People from all walks of life are coming together to dwell in the presence of God. Be it secondary / JC students, teachers, lawyers, civil servants, budding entrepreneurs, accountants, etc... they are all at the Catholic Spirituality Centre worshipping God & being nourished in his word at Amplify Ministries prayer meetings.
The nite started with an amazing praise and worship to the mighty Lord led my Dominic Chan.
He led God's people thro' the gates, into the inner courts and into the Holy of Holies. God's anointing filled the entire hall & his strong presence was felt by all.The third installment of the Blood Covenant series started 'in the beginning' - Genesis.
We went thro' God's covenant with Adam, Noah & Abraham. Not only that, we also look at varies characters such as Cain, Abel, Seth, Methusaleh & Enoch. It was simply amazing as testified by many after the prayer meeting.
We also finally understood why we take on a new name at Confirmation. We were given an opportunity to reflect on our Christian walk so far & recommit ourselves to the Lord!
Friends, next week is going to be the last installment of the Blood Covenant Series. It is not to be missed! Prioritize this event and you would realise that you have made a very wise choice. See you this Friday. God Bless.
Thursday, August 03, 2006
Watch Out for Tomolo Nite!
Yes! Blood Covenant part 3 is going to be mind blowing! We going to expound on the scriptures. We going to look in detail into God's covenant with Adam, Noah & Abraham. Come & increase your knowledge about God's everlasting love. So be there on Friday nite @ 8pm @ Catholic Spirituality Centre. God Bless.
Interesting News
Shock rocker to build Christian centre
Thursday Aug 3 08:17 AEST
Shock-rock grandaddy Alice Cooper, best known for his macabre stage antics and songs about hell and booze, is helping build a Christian youth centre in Arizona, his foundation has announced.
Cooper's Solid Rock Foundation is to develop the centre for teenagers at Grand Canyon University, a non-denominational Christian centre of higher learning in Phoenix, according to a statement by the foundation, a Christian nonprofit group.
The 1858sqm project, nicknamed "The Rock," will offer after-school programs and special events for area youth.
The site "is designed to provide a safe and fun place for area teens to gather and participate in program activities that will make a difference in their lives," the statement read.
The foundation's "primary goal is to honor Christ by helping to meet the spiritual, economical, physical, and social needs of teenagers and children within our community," a statement from the foundation website read.
Cooper, 58, is one of the godfathers of American hard rock. His stage acts, often inspired by horror movies, included using outlandish makeup, liters of fake blood, and often a live boa constrictor.
Born Vincent Furnier, Cooper is married, a father, and also an avid golfer and a great admirer of Australian pop singer Kylie Minogue.
http://news.ninemsn.com.au/article.aspx?id=119512
Thursday Aug 3 08:17 AEST
Shock-rock grandaddy Alice Cooper, best known for his macabre stage antics and songs about hell and booze, is helping build a Christian youth centre in Arizona, his foundation has announced.
Cooper's Solid Rock Foundation is to develop the centre for teenagers at Grand Canyon University, a non-denominational Christian centre of higher learning in Phoenix, according to a statement by the foundation, a Christian nonprofit group.
The 1858sqm project, nicknamed "The Rock," will offer after-school programs and special events for area youth.
The site "is designed to provide a safe and fun place for area teens to gather and participate in program activities that will make a difference in their lives," the statement read.
The foundation's "primary goal is to honor Christ by helping to meet the spiritual, economical, physical, and social needs of teenagers and children within our community," a statement from the foundation website read.
Cooper, 58, is one of the godfathers of American hard rock. His stage acts, often inspired by horror movies, included using outlandish makeup, liters of fake blood, and often a live boa constrictor.
Born Vincent Furnier, Cooper is married, a father, and also an avid golfer and a great admirer of Australian pop singer Kylie Minogue.
http://news.ninemsn.com.au/article.aspx?id=119512
Sunday, July 30, 2006
Partners of Amplify
The Partners of Amplify got together for a nite of fun yesterday.
And to celebrate the birthdays of Leo, Cass & Cheryl.
This place had so many games to pick from. Wow! Most of them, I have not even heard of.
The partners had a great time enjoying the company and games.
Some decided to stick to good old UNO. While others ventured into new grounds.
Would you like to be a partner of Amplify? Come join us this Friday @ 8.00pm @ Catholic Spirituality Centre to find out more.
Saturday, July 29, 2006
Blood Covenant Part 2: Hebrew Covenant Ritual
Wow! The Amplify prayer meeting yesterday was simply awesome. We learnt the 9 Steps that 2 Hebrews would go through when they make covenant with each other. What better way to bring to life than seeing it happen right in front of our very eyes.
Here comes the bull, the animal that would be split down the middle as they cut the covenant.
A blood sprinked plant was planted to always remind them of their covenant. They have now become friends. 2 persons would only become friends after going through the entire ritual unlike today.
Marissa is no longer an ordinary 8 years old Singaoprean girl. She has become extraodinary. Why? Because she has got friends in high places.
You are also special. You too have friends in high places. Come this Friday, 4th Aug, to discover more about your covenant partner.
Here we have King Ignatius Goh of Singapore exchanging robe with an ordinary 8 years old Singaporean schooling girl, Marissa Decruz.
Here comes the bull, the animal that would be split down the middle as they cut the covenant.
A blood sprinked plant was planted to always remind them of their covenant. They have now become friends. 2 persons would only become friends after going through the entire ritual unlike today.Marissa is no longer an ordinary 8 years old Singaoprean girl. She has become extraodinary. Why? Because she has got friends in high places.
You are also special. You too have friends in high places. Come this Friday, 4th Aug, to discover more about your covenant partner.
Sunday, July 23, 2006
Happening Friday Nite!
"Just want to share that my fren who came last Fri said she'd never attended a session like that before, that it was different from the talks she's gone to before, very lively! She sounded intent to try to make it down next Fri again, praise God!
And best of all, during the 'altar call' she stood up to recommit herself to God! She's a newly baptised Catholic. Imagine if even she already needed a renewal of her commitment to God, how much more would many of us Sunday cradle Catholics!
Freddy, I just want to affirm you for the altar call last Fri. For me, that was the highlight of the night as I see so many take that step to turn their lives over once again. It was by God's Grace that none of the intercessors knew abt the altar call that night, yet while we were having intercession before the prayer meet, many of us just kept lifting up petitions for those who had drifted, were broken or in bondage, the very people I believe were called to respond to God during the altar call!
I also want to encourage all of you to encourage your frens, esp those whom you know are in need or searching, to come for ministering so we can pray with them! It is a vital part of our ministry at prayer meets.
On Thurs, Dom was praying and had an image of a fren who'd come and he'd be praying over her, and lo and behold, praise God, that was exactly what happened! She ended up coming to him at the Jesus room where he was ministering at the end of the prayer meet. And she also shared how thru a strange twists of events (no doubt orchestrated by God), she had come for the prayer meeting.
The numbers we have at prayer meet are a wonderful reflection of the potential for lives to be transformed by His Word, His healing, His call and His Love."
- Daphne Koh
And best of all, during the 'altar call' she stood up to recommit herself to God! She's a newly baptised Catholic. Imagine if even she already needed a renewal of her commitment to God, how much more would many of us Sunday cradle Catholics!Freddy, I just want to affirm you for the altar call last Fri. For me, that was the highlight of the night as I see so many take that step to turn their lives over once again. It was by God's Grace that none of the intercessors knew abt the altar call that night, yet while we were having intercession before the prayer meet, many of us just kept lifting up petitions for those who had drifted, were broken or in bondage, the very people I believe were called to respond to God during the altar call!
I also want to encourage all of you to encourage your frens, esp those whom you know are in need or searching, to come for ministering so we can pray with them! It is a vital part of our ministry at prayer meets.On Thurs, Dom was praying and had an image of a fren who'd come and he'd be praying over her, and lo and behold, praise God, that was exactly what happened! She ended up coming to him at the Jesus room where he was ministering at the end of the prayer meet. And she also shared how thru a strange twists of events (no doubt orchestrated by God), she had come for the prayer meeting.
The numbers we have at prayer meet are a wonderful reflection of the potential for lives to be transformed by His Word, His healing, His call and His Love."
- Daphne Koh
Saturday, July 22, 2006
Amplify Ministries @ St. Joseph's Church
St. Joseph's Church, Bukit Timah, is currently conducting the Life in the Spirit Seminar with an amazing 180 participants hungrily awaiting the renewal in the Lord. Last Tuesday the participants experienced the healing love of Jesus.
It started with a wonderful time of praising and worshiping the Lord led by Nat form Jn 10:10 of SACCRE Youth. Wow! She was real good and was able able to bring all of us into a deep worship.
The guess speaker was Martin, the ex-cordinator of Amplify Ministries and loving known as MM of Amplify. He shared the word of God with many real life examples as he prepared the people to encounter the healing love of God.
This was followed by a time of ministry where each participants were prayed over individually by various active members of St. Joseph's Church and Amplify Ministries. The healing love of God moved powerfully and many were emotionally, spiritually and physically healed. Praise the Lord!
It started with a wonderful time of praising and worshiping the Lord led by Nat form Jn 10:10 of SACCRE Youth. Wow! She was real good and was able able to bring all of us into a deep worship.
The guess speaker was Martin, the ex-cordinator of Amplify Ministries and loving known as MM of Amplify. He shared the word of God with many real life examples as he prepared the people to encounter the healing love of God.
This was followed by a time of ministry where each participants were prayed over individually by various active members of St. Joseph's Church and Amplify Ministries. The healing love of God moved powerfully and many were emotionally, spiritually and physically healed. Praise the Lord!
Thursday, July 20, 2006
Amplify Ministries F.C.
The newly formed Amplify Ministries F.C. had its first game on Sunday, 16th July 06. We were matching ourselves with Bandung United, two times winner of Catholeague. After some warm up the two teams united themselves in prayer just prior to the kick off.
We had Dom making a comeback after 2 years of layoff due to a knee injury. He was miraculously healed by the Lord a few weeks ago. He initially thought that he would not be able to play a competitive game for years to come but God had other plans. Look out for his testimony soon.
The latest signing of Amplify Ministries F.C. was Don, who just attended the Youth in the Spirit Seminar in June 06. He is a great signing.
Nonetheless, after the match we realised we really need more new signings. So, if you are interested to join us, come to our prayer meetings on Friday nite @ 8pm to introduce yourself to us.
And if you have a team at wants to test your might with us. Feel free to tag me and / or come to the prayer meetings as well.
Sunday, July 16, 2006
God's Moving @ Amplify Ministries
"I am extremely edified by the way our ministry has grown, through the formation of new ministries, rising up of new leaders and more so, the way each person has gone about executing their roles.
There's certainly a fresh annointing amongst us all and a renewed zeal in building authentic and God-centred bonds. I personally believe that this is truly a heightened desire to gather more people to join us in celebrating the love of our Father, whom we're simply so in awe of.
Let's continue to put in our hardest and best efforts, knowing that Harvest time is near!"
Grace Lin
There's certainly a fresh annointing amongst us all and a renewed zeal in building authentic and God-centred bonds. I personally believe that this is truly a heightened desire to gather more people to join us in celebrating the love of our Father, whom we're simply so in awe of.
Let's continue to put in our hardest and best efforts, knowing that Harvest time is near!"
Grace Lin
Blood Covenants Part 1: Life is in the Blood
Yes! We are fast approaching part 1 of the blood covenant series starting this Friday 21st July 2006. I just finished preparing my powerpoint slides and I was so excited just doing it although it took me hours.
I believe you are truly going to be blessed as you go through this series. The content of the first talk itself is going to blow you off your seat. You going to discover so many truths that it is just going to be simply amazing.
I look forward to seeing you this Friday. To be blessed by your presence and to bless you in return. Praise the Lord!
P.S. No matter how young or how old you are, you are most welcomed.
I believe you are truly going to be blessed as you go through this series. The content of the first talk itself is going to blow you off your seat. You going to discover so many truths that it is just going to be simply amazing.
I look forward to seeing you this Friday. To be blessed by your presence and to bless you in return. Praise the Lord!
P.S. No matter how young or how old you are, you are most welcomed.
Thursday, July 13, 2006
My Reflections On SACCRE Youth
SACCRE Youth exist for a purpose. We are a united body of youth / young adults who shine the light of Christ in the Charismatic Renewal in Singapore. Unity is of utmost importance and that is what we will shine.
There are many youth / young adult ministries that see SACCRE Youth as a form of competition to their own youth / young adult ministry in terms of resources, etc. We have to change this mindset and see SACCRE Youth as complementary to our youth / young adult ministry. We must see ourselves as part of a body and SACCRE Youth can unite this body.
SACCRE Youth is a place where resources are pooled and made available to assist the growth of the body. For e.g. speakers, praise & worship leaders, musicians, cell group training, pastoral guidance, publicity team, etc.
Instead of building up new ministries at the moment, we should focus on helping our current ministries grow with the available pool of resources. We need to adopt a macro view and see the big picture instead of having a microscopic view…. Thinking only about our own ministry.
By adopting a macro mindset, we will be able to hold evangelical events for the larger body of Christ to bring them into the fold of youth / young adults ABLAZE for Christ.
We need to come up with a calendar of events which highlights key events of all our partner ministries so that the events do not clash and that every partner ministry can promote each others events.
We are the Church. What we do now will influence the future generations of Christians in Singapore.
P.S. Look out for the next SACCRE Youth Rally 'ABAZE.' Coming your way in Sept 2006. It's going to be a blast!
There are many youth / young adult ministries that see SACCRE Youth as a form of competition to their own youth / young adult ministry in terms of resources, etc. We have to change this mindset and see SACCRE Youth as complementary to our youth / young adult ministry. We must see ourselves as part of a body and SACCRE Youth can unite this body.
SACCRE Youth is a place where resources are pooled and made available to assist the growth of the body. For e.g. speakers, praise & worship leaders, musicians, cell group training, pastoral guidance, publicity team, etc.
Instead of building up new ministries at the moment, we should focus on helping our current ministries grow with the available pool of resources. We need to adopt a macro view and see the big picture instead of having a microscopic view…. Thinking only about our own ministry.
By adopting a macro mindset, we will be able to hold evangelical events for the larger body of Christ to bring them into the fold of youth / young adults ABLAZE for Christ.
We need to come up with a calendar of events which highlights key events of all our partner ministries so that the events do not clash and that every partner ministry can promote each others events.
We are the Church. What we do now will influence the future generations of Christians in Singapore.
P.S. Look out for the next SACCRE Youth Rally 'ABAZE.' Coming your way in Sept 2006. It's going to be a blast!
Tuesday, July 11, 2006
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