May 28, 2023 Church News

  1. Thank you, Pastor Fiona Wu for allowing God to use you today to breathe life through His word. May God bless your ministry.
  2. Welcome to our Awana Sunday Service. All kids and leaders are encouraged to wear uniform to church.. We will have flags ceremony in English and Canonese Noon service in the gym. Online Registration for next AWANA year starts today.
  3. Individuals attending church may opt to wear a mask or not, but are advised to be aware of and mindful of both the health of any vulnerable persons in the vicinity and their own wellbeing.
  • English & Youth & JAM: 10:15am @ Gym
  • Cantonese: 8:30 & 11:30am @Sanctuary; Mandarin: 10:15am @A8
  1. In-Person English Sunday School 11:30am-12:30pm
    • Children’s Sunday School in B4-B7; Adult Sunday School in Gym
    • Junior High Sunday School in B11; Senior High School in A9.
  2. Excerpts from the ad hoc DB Meeting on May 21, 2023：
  • Isaac Tak Hong Man has been invited to serve in the role of ministry director for HK newcomers, with a minimum weekly commitment of 10 hours and the option of flexible and condensed working hours. The starting date is to be negotiated.
  • With regret, Pastor Miller’s intention not to renew his contract after August 2023 has been accepted because of his plans for future involvement in mission work.
  • A Mandarin pastoral search committee comprising Oliver Chan, Bernice Fung, and Ade Huen has been appointed to report to the deacon board under the leadership of Pastor David. The committee will focus on the details pertaining to the appointment of a part-time pastor for the Mandarin congregation, with a minimum average of 22 hours per week.
  1. Excerpts from DB Meeting on May 13, 2023:
  • The Sunday Morning Breakfast Project draws in over 100 people, leading to a rise in the numbers of people attending Cantonese Sunday school and English Worship Services. Thanks to all the brothers and sisters who prepare and serve the breakfast.
  • We invite brothers and sisters to donate to the Food Banks during the breakfast at our church to assist people in need.
  • To bring the message of Jesus to those who have not yet accepted Him as their Saviour, a part-time, contracted pastoral position will be created in response to the surge of Hong Kong residents. This position will strategize, coordinate, and lead outreach programs.
  • A Community Day will be planned for July 29, Saturday, as a joint function with CCM. A committee will be formed to coordinate this event.
  • In order to become a member of PGMBC, an individual must accept the Mennonite Brethren Confession of Faith.
  • Adopted the Guidelines for Marriage Officiation
  • Adopted the revision for the Personal Information Protection Policy

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  1. A member of the English congregation is on a short-term mission trip to Ottawa with Power to Change from May15 – June21 with sponsorship from the Mission Department. The team provides outreach and assistance to mission organizations in Ottawa. Please pray for the short mission trip.
  2. 6/18(Sun) Baby Dedication on Father’s Day Joint Service If you have a child under the age of 2 and would like to dedicate to the Lord in the presence of our church community, please contact Pastor
  3. Tue English Prayer Meeting 8-9pm is changed to MEET https://meet.google.com/mxf-twss-xrp. Let’s get together and pray for each other.
  4. 6/10(Sat. 7:15pm) YAM x EMU presents Worship & Prayer Night @VCEFC
  5. Proposed Joint Mission Prayer Meeting and language used by guests from June to August
6/13 Mand. Dr. Cindy Zheng Tent making and student missionary to Israel
6/27 English TBA Power to Change – Praxis Ottawa
7/25 Cant. Rev. Keynes Kan Mission and Church situation in HK
8/22 C/E/M TBA Future mission ministry
  1. 6/24 Church Picnic @ Burnaby Confederation Park, please register with Tom Tsang to get the meal coupon. Registration fee ($5 subsidized by the church): free for age 4 and under; $5 for age 5-19, 70 and over; $15 for age 20-69. Free for new comers of April – June with registration. If you prefer to bring your own food, you are also welcome to join.
  2. Cedars at Hopehill Senior Home Monday Service (1:30-2:30pm) If you would like to serve, please contact Miranda Fong
  3. 「Family Breakfast」(Today – June 11 on Sunday) 9:30am food served until no food is left, 10am food line closes, 10:05am clean up. Come to the gym and fill up your stomach before filling your heart with God in the 10:15am English/Junior Service, Cantonese Sunday School, or Mandarin Service.
  4. Please pray for the sick and families.