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CHRISTMAS@CATHEDRAL
22-24 DECEMBER 2014
Performances on 22-23 Dec [Mon - Wed] : 6.30-9.30pm
Food fair & Performances on 24 Dec : 2pm-9.30pm
• The Stable/Manger Scene on the West Lawn
• The Wisemen Scene on the North Lawn behind Bus Stop on North Bridge Road
• The Shepherds in the field near Bethlehem on the Lawn above the Amphitheatre
(near the Koi Pond)
“See his glory, glory as of the only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth” (Jn1:14)
and “come to worship him” (Mt2:2b).
Come join us in St Andrew’s Cathedral this Tue, 22 to Wed, 23 Dec there will be open
air Christmas performances at night. On 24 Dec there will be a food fair and open air
Christmas performances from 2pm – 9.30pm.
For more information Email: [email protected]
Facebook: Christmas At Cathedral
St Andrew’s Cathedral
T he D iocese O f S in g apo r e
www.livingstreams.org.sg
BISHOP OF SINGAPORE: The Rt Revd Rennis Ponniah
ASSISTANT BISHOPS: The Rt Revd Low Jee King
The Rt Revd Kuan Kim Seng
At the lighting of the
21 DECEMBER 2014
FOURTH SUNDAY of advent
We warmly welcome you to St Andrew’s Cathedral.
Please complete and return this portion to the ushers or the Information Desk, or simply drop it into
an offering bag.
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Advent Candles
COLLECT
God our redeemer, who prepared the Blessed
Virgin Mary to be the mother of your Son: grant
that, as she looked for his coming as our saviour,
so we may be ready to greet him when he comes
again as our judge; who is alive and reigns with
you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now
and for ever. Amen.
ADVENT COLLECT
HYMNS FOR: 8.00 am : 37, 375, 31, 444
11.15 am : 37, 375, Power of Your Love, 31, 444
5.00 pm : Hallelujah! Lord of Light, HP70, HP73, 61
DEAN & VICAR: The Rt Revd Kuan Kim Seng
ASSOCIATE VICAR: The Revd Canon Dr Louis Tay
Almighty God, give us grace to cast away the
works of darkness and put on the armour of light,
now in the time of this mortal life, in which your
Son Jesus Christ came to us in great humility;
that on the last day, when he shall come again in
his glorious majesty to judge the living and the
dead, we may rise to the life immortal; through
him who is alive and reigns with you, in the unity
of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.
Amen.
SCRIPTURE READINGS
I) Rom 16:25-27, Church Bible, NT, pg 288.
II) Luke 1:26-38, Church Bible, NT, pg 98.
PSALM FOR: 5.00 pm
Ps 113, Church Bible, OT, page 998.
see pg 8 for Hymns for today
Heb 10:23-25
Cel : The Lord be with you.
All : And also with you.
Cel : Say to them that are of a fearful heart.
All : Be strong, fear not.
Cel : Behold your God will come.
All : And save you. (Phil 1:3-6 )
PRAYER (said by all)
Make us, O Lord, watchful and obedient in
hastening the coming of your Son, that when he
shall stand at the door of our lives and knock, he
may find us not sleeping in carelessness and sin
but awake and rejoicing as his fruitful witnesses,
through the same Christ our Lord. Amen.
CHURCH PRAYER MEETING
Please note that we will not have the regular
church prayer meeting scheduled this Fri, 26
December 2014.
11 St Andrew’s Road (S. 178959) • Tel: 63376104 / 90022455 (emergency after office hrs) • Fax: 63376107 / 63391197
announcements
announcements
BAPTISM
Please pray for these children, brothers and sisters who will
be baptised on Christmas Day at 11.15am Service:
CATHEDRAL FAMILY
CAMP 2015
Mikael Immanuel Pang Yong Wen
Sherlyn Madina
Liam Tan
Karissa Tan Li Shan
Arul Jeyachandran Christina Toh
Arul Jeyachandran Isabelle Beatrice Toh
Isabelle Wee Sue Ann
Christine Wee Li Ann
Ng Wei Xuan Nathanael
Ng Guo Xuan Noah
Samuel Lau Wang Yi
Daniel Ling Yu Kin
Benjamin Ling Yu Jin
Tricia Poh Jing Wen
Trina Poh Jing Hui
Arul Jeyachandran Andrew Toh
Caleb Chee Chuen Hou
Ang Rui Liang Tristan
Joshua Wee Shearn Yau
Daryl Madina
We invite you to:
Venue:
Thistle Hotel,
Johor Bahru
Building Faith Foundations
(Bap-Confirm Prep for Adults & Teens)
24/1 – 24/5 (16 Sat, 2pm – 4pm @ B2RA)
More information will be available soon.
POSITIONS AVAILABLE
A. St Andrew’s Cathedral has an immediate vacancy for
the position of BOYS’ BRIGADE (BB) MINISTRY
STAFF:
Applicants should be an independent worker with a
passion to work among children. To apply, please
send your resume in MS Word or PDF format to hr@
livingstreams.org.sg.
Closing Date: Wed, 31 December 2014
B. Church of Our Saviour has a vacancy for the position
of ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER:
Please email your resume with current and expected
salary to [email protected] with a recent
photograph.
More details are posted on the Notice Board.
ROAD SAFETY
Drivers are reminded to look out for pedestrians while
driving into (junction of North Bridge Rd & Stamford
Rd) & exiting Cathedral (junction of North Bridge Rd
& Coleman St). Kindly slow down while driving within
Cathedral grounds too. Thank you for your cooperation.
NO SUNDAY SCHOOL ON 28 DEC 14
The 8am, 9 am, 11:15 am & Evensong Sunday Schools
will not be in session next Sun, 28 Dec 2014. Classes
will resume on the following Sunday.
OFFICE CLOSED
The Cathedral office will be closed on Friday, 26 Dec 14.
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Baptism on Resurrection Sunday!
Date:
7-10 June 2015
Camp Speaker:
Bishop Rennis Ponniah
Hee Fook Choy Ronald
Liscoln Quah
Mifiona Quah
Peter Quek Seow Hua
Quek Li-Zhen Charlene
Jayanthi Ramiah
Lim Ee Zing Nicole
Jude Tee Fwo Yi
Teo Yong Ernn
Ong Hwee Suan Clara
Tammie Wang (Huang Tianmi) Madeleine
Teri Low Yan Yee
Hu Weishan
Lee Chuen
Lim Poh Geok Helen
Cheong Geok Lan Maria
Koh Hong Choo Stefani
Alice Lee Lai Jeng
Lincoln Peh Zhengliang
Lim Zhi De, Fabian
Lee Si Hwang Simon
Randy Poh Swee Guan
Danny Chan Yew Wee Ezekiel
Pastor Alvin Toh & Team
$10/- for course workbook
The course prepares candidates for Baptism & Confirmation. It is open
to enquirers who want to know more about the Christian faith as well as
baptised / confirmed believers who want to strengthen their faith foundations.
Please register online at https://samis.apphb.com/membership.mvc/courseregistration
If you have difficulties registering online, please contact the CE administrator, Mr.
James Tan at 63376104 Ext 177 or at [email protected]
DIOCESAN CERTIFICATE OF BIBLICAL STUDIES MODULES 2015
1)
Overview of the Bible: Introduction
The module looks at the Bible as one book with one main message focussed on Jesus Christ. It will start at
God’s creation in Genesis and ends in Revelation with His New Creation as He brings about His Kingdom.
Lecturer : Ms Lucilla Teoh
Dates : Wed, 21 & 28 January
Venue : St Andrew’s Cathedral (City Hall MRT) Time : 7.30pm – 9.30 pm
Cost : $10, payable by cheque only, at first session
2)
Overview of the Bible: Interpretations
This module will introduce you to sound interpretation and application principles to apply when reading
the Word of God. Why? Because how we read and understand the Bible impacts our beliefs and practices
as well as our worship of God, our relationship with Him and our ministry for Him.
Lecturer : Mr Kua Wee Seng
Dates : Sat, 17 & 24 January
Venue : St James’ Church (Holland MRT)
Time : 9.30 am – 12.30 pm
Cost : $10, payable by cheque only, at first session
For more information or to register for the modules, email [email protected] or call 6288 8944 or log
on to www.anglican.org.sg
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SUNDAY SERVICES 21 DECEMBER
4TH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
7.00 a.m.
Holy Communion
Canon Louis Tay
8.00 a.m.
Holy Communion
Rt Revd Kuan Kim Seng
SUNDAY SERVICES 28 DECEMBER
HOLY INNOCENTS
1ST SUNDAY OF CHRISTMAS
7.00 a.m. Holy Communion
Rt Revd Kuan Kim Seng
8.00 a.m.
9.00 a.m. Contemporary Service
Cathedral New Sanctuary
Rt Revd Kuan Kim Seng
9.30 a.m.
Holy Communion
Mr Kua Wee Seng
So We Do not Lose Heart
9.00 a.m. Contemporary Service
Cathedral New Sanctuary
Revd Freddy Lim
Go now and leave your life of sin
Service in Mandarin
11.15 a.m. Mandarin Congregation
Cathedral New Sanctuary
9.30 a.m.
Service in Mandarin
11.15 a.m. Holy Communion
Rt Revd Kuan Kim Seng
11.15 a.m. Mandarin Congregation
Cathedral New Sanctuary
2.00 p.m. Filipino Service
Christmas Outreach
Revd Lawrence Seow
11.15 a.m. Holy Communion
Mr Kua Wee Seng
So We Do not Lose Heart
2.30 p.m.
Bahasa Indonesia Service
Chapel for All Peoples
Mr Victor Effendie 2.00 p.m. Filipino Holy Communion
Rt Revd Kuan Kim Seng
2.30 p.m.
Service in Cantonese
4.30 p.m. Hokkien Service
Prayer Hall A&B, Basement 1
Revd Freddy Lim
2.30 p.m.
Bahasa Indonesia Service
Chapel for All Peoples
Mr Victor Effendie 2.30 p.m.
Service in Cantonese
5.00 p.m. Holy Communion
Rt Revd Kuan Kim Seng
4.30 p.m. Hokkien Service
Prayer Hall A&B, Basement 1
Revd Freddy Lim
5.00 p.m.
Service in Mandarin
Cathedral New Sanctuary
5.00 p.m.
Evensong
Ds Bessie Lee
7.00 p.m.
Little Myanmar Service
Prayer Hall A&B, Basement 1
5.00 p.m.
Service in Mandarin
Cathedral New Sanctuary
7.30 p.m.
New Life Service
Lessons & Carols
Miss Geraldine Lau
7.00 p.m.
Little Myanmar Service
Prayer Hall A&B, Basement 1
7.30 p.m.
New Life Service
Revd Timothy Chow
EXTENSION CENTRES
10.00 a.m.
10.00 a.m.
10.00 a.m.
SUNDAY SCHOOL ministries
Acts Centre Sunday Service
St. Margaret’s Secondary School
Performing Arts Studio
Westside Anglican Church (WAC)
Ms Boo Hui Ing
WAC Service in Mandarin
West Coast Recreation Centre
8.00 a.m. Sunday School
9.00 a.m. Sunday School
9.30 a.m. Sunday School (Mandarin)
11.15 a.m. Sunday School
5.00 p.m. Sunday School
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WEEKDAY SERVICES/MEETINGS
YEAR END CARPARK
CLOSURE
Monday, 22 dec
9.00 a.m. Morning Prayer
Tuesday, 23 dec
7.30 a.m. Clergy & Leaders
Holy Communion
Please note that vehicle access will be
restricted to those with passes only for the
following periods:
o 6pm to 12 midnight (Wed, 24 Dec 2014)
Wednesday, 24 dec
9.00 a.m. Morning Prayer
12.45 p.m. NO Holy Communion
5.15 p.m. NO Evening Prayer
10.00 pm Carolling
11.00 pm Midnight Eucharist
o 6pm to 12 midnight (Wed, 31Dec 2014)
Members are advised to park outside or
arrange to use alternative transport during
these 2 days.
Sorry for the inconvenience
caused.
Thursday, 25 dec
8.00 am Christmas Service & HC
9.00 am Christmas Service & HC
11.15 am Christmas Baptism Service & HC
Friday, 26 dec
9.00 a.m. NO Morning Prayer
10.30 a.m. Mandarin Senior Citizens’
Meeting @ CNS
STEPHEN, DEACON, 1ST MARTYR
FRI, 26 DECEMBER 2014
Gracious Father, who gave the first martyr
Stephen grace to pray for those who took
up stones against him: grant that in all our
sufferings for the truth we may learn to love
even our enemies and to seek forgiveness
for those who desire our hurt, looking up
to heaven to him who was crucified for us,
Jesus Christ, our mediator and advocate,
who is alive and reigns with you, in the
unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and
for ever. Amen.
Saturday, 27 dec
9.00 a.m. Morning Prayer
2.00 p.m. LYnC Youth Ministry
Thanksgiving
2.00 p.m. NO Young Adults’ Ministry
2.00 p.m.
2.30 p.m.
5.00 p.m.
C3 (CITY Children Club)
@ Cathedral New Sanctuary
(no meetings on 4th & 5th Sat)
NO Shalomkids Ministry
(For children with autism)
@ Prayer Hall C
Saturday Contemporary Service
@ Cathedral New Sanctuary
JOHN, APOSTLE AND EVANGELIST
SAT, 27 DECEMBER 2014
Merciful Lord, cast your bright beams
of light upon the Church: that, being
enlightened by the teaching of your blessed
apostle and evangelist Saint John, we may
so walk in the light of your truth that we
may at last attain to the light of everlasting
life; through Jesus Christ your incarnate
Son our Lord, who is alive and reigns with
you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God,
now and for ever. Amen
Revd Freddy Lim
Go now and leave your life of sin
LYnC CONNEXIONS Newsletter
Check out the December issue of CONNEXIONS,
a newsletter of SAC LYnC Youth Ministry:
www.livingstreams.org.sg/lync/connexions_
dec2014.pdf
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“Notes for 1st session will be given only to those who have pre-registered. For those who have pre-registered
but are unable to come for the course, kindly inform CE administrator to cut down on paper wastage.”
• Trace the argument of the book of Romans from beginning
to end.
• Show the Bible’s teaching on our need for salvation
answered in the gospel.
• Explain from Scriptures key theological terms, such as
justification, sanctification, redemption, propitiation,
glorification, etc.
• Discern God’s plan for Israel’s future based on the nation’s
election.
COMING UP IN
JANUARY & FEBRUARY 2015
Epiphanies: Life-Changing Encounters
with God
16/1 (Fri, 7:30pm – 9:30pm) &
17/1 (Sat, 9:30am – 12:30pm)
Venue: Prayer Halls A-C
Revd Charlie Cleverly
Throughout the Bible, the lives of people have been
transformed by their encounters with God. Abraham numbered
the stars and was promised fruitfulness. Jacob saw a ladder
stretching up to heaven and knew that God was in the place.
Moses saw a burning bush and was commissioned to bring
God’s people out of bondage. Daniel in exile and captivity was
given favor and influence and saw the end of the world and
‘one like the son of man’. John on Patmos was turned from a
prisoner into a prophet, from a powerless one to be a pastor
to generations.
Building Faith Foundations
(Bap-Confirm Prep for Adults & Teens)
24/1 – 24/5 (16 Sat, 2pm – 4pm @ B2RA)
Pastor Alvin Toh & Team
In a plural society, it is critical that we know the uniqueness
of our Christian faith; distinctiveness in beliefs and calling.
Without a clear understanding of what we believe, who we are
and what we are called to be, we cannot fully appreciate the
marvelous work of God for our salvation. We also cannot live
out our calling as God’s people to a world in need of Christ.
Building Faith Foundations challenges and teaches believers
on what it means to live out their salvation according to
the will and purpose of God for their lives. Topics include
the relevance and authority of Scriptures, the Sovereignty
of God, who Jesus is and how is He different from the
founders of other faiths, the work of the Holy Spirit in our
lives and what it means to be a true worshipper and follower
of Jesus. The course prepares candidates for baptism and
confirmation. It is also open to enquirers who want to find out
more about Christianity as well as mature believers who want
to strengthen their faith foundation.
This seminar will examine life changing encounters with
God in the bible and ask the question: How can we position
ourselves to encounter God today? We will also look at
spiritual disciplines that will keep us in the place of prayer
and revelation.
Romans: God’s Great Renovation
Project
20/1 – 24/2
(5 Tues, 7:30pm – 9:30pm @ PHA-C),
no class on 17/2
Revd Dr Rick Griffith (Professor of OT & NT
Studies, SBC)
How can a God of love send people to hell? Don’t all
religions lead to heaven? Can a non-believing good person
go to heaven? These are common questions asked by both
believers and non-believers. The bible does not only provide
answers to these and other questions, it also helps us to
understand God’s overall plan for the fallen world. God’s plan
includes His choice and salvation of the generation of Israel
alive at Christ’s return, as well as His plan for all believers to
be molded into the likeness of Jesus.
Before You Say, “I Do.”
(Marriage Prep Course)
28/2 – 25/4 (9 Sat, 2pm – 4pm @ ST Hall)
Retreat 25/4, (Sat, 9:30am – 1:30pm)
Revd Michael Lim & Mrs. Judy Lim & Team
The course is compulsory for those who want to marry in
the Cathedral.
For more info on the other courses, check SAC’s CE
website: www.livingstreams.org.sg. Call or email CE
staff at 63376104 or [email protected]:
• James Tan (Ext 177)
Complimentary car-park exit tickets will be made available
for those who attend the courses. They can be collected in
class at the registration table.
The course looks at ‘God’s Great Renovation Project’ to give
His righteousness to sinful people by faith alone and in
Christ alone. It observes & interprets each chapter of Paul’s
letter to the Romans and how the lessons can be applied to
faith in the 21st Century. It intends to:
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prayer highlights
DIOCESE OF SINGAPORE
WORLD
• St Paul’s Church
Vicar: Revd Ng Koon Sheng
Priests: Revd Gary Chng, Revd Chang Lubin
Parish Worker/Assistant: Ms Christina Chng,
Ms Sim Jin Rong
• Yemen(Asia)
Christianity once had a strong presence, but was
almost completely wiped out by the 7th Century
Muslim conquest. According to tradition, Shem
founded the city of Sana’a and the Queen of Sheba
reigned in Yemen and sought wisdom from Solomon
three millennia ago. May the modern people of Sheba
seek after the wisdom from God as promised in Isaiah
60:6.
• St Paul’s Church Kindergarten
Principal: Ms Michele Koh
• St Peter’s Church
Vicar: Revd Paul Tan
Increasing numbers have encountered Jesus (approx.
20,000). Despite difficult circumstances – opposition
from culture, religion and families – increasing
numbers are finding life in Christ. Through radio
broadcasts, Bible distribution, tactful faith sharing and
the Lord’s use of dreams and visions, God is drawing
more and more people to Himself. Praise God for
the growing number of followers of Jesus who are
learning how to honour their culture and family while
still being faithful to the Lord. Fewer seek to emigrate
as they understand that they can be faithful followers
without travelling to the West. (Source: Operation
ST ANDREW’S CATHEDRAL
• Christmas Celebrations
21 Dec (Sun) 7.00am Service Christmas Breakfast
@ Copthorne King’s Hotel, 8.30am
– 11.30am.
Outreach in Hokkien, organised by
Hokkien Worship Service led by Revd
Freddy Lim & Team @ 4.30pm.
World, 21st Century Edition, 889-90)
Lessons & Carols by St Andrew’s
Cathedral Choir and Young Adult
Ministry. Speaker: Ps Geraldine Lau.
Venue: The Nave @ 7.30pm.
SINGAPORE
• N-Levels Result
The results were released last Thursday (18 Dec) and
we pray for wisdom as the students consider and plan
for their continuing education.
22-24 Dec (Mon-Wed)
Christmas @ Cathedral with
performances on 22-23 Dec and
Food Fair & Performances on 24 Dec.
• Christmas Celebration in Singapore
The CCIS has already begun and we pray for good
flow of visitors to the event – especially for eyes, ears
and hearts to be ‘open and sensitive’ to the message
and love of Jesus Christ – the reason and expression
of God’s love for mankind
• Little Myanmar Service (LMS)
The LMS is currently held on Sundays @7.00pm,
Prayer Halls. Wef 11 Jan 2015 (Sunday), time and
venue would be changed to 2.00pm at the Cathedral
New Sanctuary (CNS). Let us pray for all members to
cope well with the change and that the objective to grow
in quality and quantity be blessed and prospered by the
Lord for His praise and glory.
PLEASE PRAY FOR THE SICK
Chia Hearn Jiang, Terence Choo. Amy Dang,
Annie Dang, Khor Seow Hong, Marjorie Lau,
Nancy Li, William Ng, Maisie Tan, Millie Tan,
Sylvia Wong and Lily Yeo.
• Baptism on Christmas Day (25 Dec)
@ 11.15am Service
All thanks and praise to God for 43 candidates (23
adults, 9 children & 11 infants) who will be baptised this
Thursday. Our prayers are with them as they prepare to
declare publicly their commitment to follow Jesus.
Members who know them are encouraged to visit
and pray with them.
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