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C O N T E N T S
PEM
President’s Message
Priya saw God working
amidst her trials
God is STILL at Work
Samuele Bacchiocchi
Seminar
1st Memorial Anniversary
of Mrs June
Prabhakaran
3rd Mission Wide
Malay Retreat
How to
Stay Young??
Bi-Mission Chinese
Youth Congress
Remarkable Truth
EEuurrooppee:: Church
president encourages
Adventist Youth to
‘Become Owners,
Take Responsibility’
in Church
27 Beliefs of SDA
Precious Souls
Foods and Their
Healing Power
Blood Donation
Trust Services Summit
Friendship Evangelism
Official Newsletter of Peninsular Malaysia Mission I5 Jun 2005
Peninsular Malaysia Mission of Seventh-Day Adventists 22-1, Jalan 2/114, Kuchai Business Centre,
Jalan Kuchai Lama, 58200 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Tel > (603) 7984 7795 Fax > (603) 7984 4600
Email > [email protected]
Website > www.sdapem.org
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Circulation
…but the greatest of
these is LOVE.
1 Corinthians 13:13, �IV.
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~~ MMeessssaaggeess ~~
Vision 2 If I speak in the tongues of men and of angels, but have not love,…1 Cor 13:1, NIV.
Pr Francis
Lajanim at the
ground breaking
of Petaling Jaya
Chinese Church.
MMs Chlovia Chin, the princess of
Mr and Mrs Thomas Chin. “God
has been very good to us and the
above is the evidence of His
goodness. Born in Penang Adventist
Hospital on May 11 at 3.94kg
(8.67lbs)!” See pg 12 and learn how
to stay young from Mr Chin!��������
OOnn MMaayy 1144,, MMrrss JJoosshhuuaa GGaann ooff
PPeennaanngg EEnngglliisshh CChhuurrcchh aallssoo ggaavvee
bbiirrtthh ttoo aa pprriinncceessss,, MMss JJooaaiinnaa GGaann,,
ccoonnggrraattuullaattiioonnss ttoo hheerr aanndd hheerr
ffaammiillyy!!��������
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PPrreessiiddeenntt ooff PPeenniinnssuullaarr MMaallaayyssiiaa
MMiissssiioonn ((PPEEMM)),, PPrr FFrraanncciiss LLaajjaanniimm
BBeloved Brothers and Sisters in
Jesus Christ:
Let us praise God for His
wonderful words, The Holy
Bible.
As I spent time alone with the
Father again, He showed me
precious spiritual insight
through His words found in
John 15:1-12. I have preached
from these passages of
scriptures many times in the
past and have been blessed in
many ways but recently these
words of the Lord spoke to me
again in a way like it never did
before. As I share some of
these insights, may the Lord
richly bless each one of you!
We can experience joy in our
life by daily abiding in Christ.
John 15 is about relationships:
Our relationship with Jesus
(abide in Me Vs 4), and our
relationship with one another
(love one another Vs 12).
There are three things we must
remember everyday: I am a
branch (Vs 1) and I must not
try to be a gardener as in this
passage God is. I will be
pruned (Vs 2-3). Pruning is
necessary and hurts at times.
And lastly, I must abide in
Christ (Vs 4-6) for if not I am just
a useless branch.
Ellen G White had uplifting
comments on these verses.
She said that we have been
purchased through Christ, and
we are within the bounds of His
mercy; for in His mercy His arm
encircles the whole human
race. Every branch that bears
fruits, He purged it, that it may
bring forth more fruits, and our
fruit-bearing testifies whether
we are really abiding in Christ
(MS 85, 1901).
In another comment, she said
that the connection of the
branches with one another
and with the vine constitutes
them in unity, but this does not
mean uniformity in everything.
Unity in diversity is a principle
that pervades the whole
creation. While there is an
individuality and variety in
nature, there is oneness in their
diversity; for all things receive
their usefulness and beauty
from the same source. They all
draw nourishment from the
same source; they drink in the
same life-giving properties. So,
each branch of the True Vine
is separate and distinct, yet all
are bound together by the
same parent stock. They can
be no division. They are all
linked together by His will to
bear fruit wherever they can
find place and opportunity (RH
Nov. 9, 1897).
Mrs White further says that a
union with Christ by living faith
is enduring; every other union
must perish. They must submit
their own will to the will of God
(ST Nov. 29, 1910).
In summary, may I humbly
invite all of us, God’s people in
PEM, to abide in Christ daily in
total surrender that His joy
might remain in us and that
our joy might be full so that we
may live and serve Him to
declare His Glory.
God richly bless us ALL!��������
Pr Janssen 6ew, left, presenting a
Baby Dedication Certification to
Skudai Chinese Church’s Head
Deacon on May 7, 2005.
~~ GGoooodd ��eewwss ffrroomm PPEEMM CChhuurrcchheess ~~
…I am only a resounding gong or a clanging cymbal. 1 Cor 13:1, NIV. Vision 3
KLEBANG SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH: Pr
David Kumar Arumugum shared with us about a
Blood Donation Drive carried out by the Klebang
Adventist Community Service Centre on Apr 3.
The drive was held at the Klebang Estate Tamil
Primary School from 9:00am to 12:00noon. This
drive was a joint effort among the Blood Bank,
Ipoh Hospital, Tamil Youth Bell Club, Chemor and
Indian Progressive Front Party, Tambun Division.
The drive began with the arrival of the Blood Bank
team from the Ipoh Government Hospital. The
team consisted of a medical officer, a senior
hospital assistant, a lab assistant, a few nurses and
a few transportation personnel. The church
members and a group of Pathfinders who had
arrived there earlier welcomed and helped them
in arranging the place.
Later on, donors arrived one after another to
donate their blood to save lives. There were more
than 30 willing donors; however, only 10 were
qualified.
During the drive, Pr David presented a Powerpoint
presentation on Blood Donation Awareness
covering topics such as ‘who are eligible and who
are not to donate blood’.
At noon, their chief guest, YB Dato’ Haji Nadri B
Haji Ismail, DPMP, PMP, AMP, PPT, the ADUN of
Manjoi Area, arrived to declare the closing of the
drive.
The donors were presented with certificates by
the YB. During the YB’s speech, he thanked the
Klebang Seventh-Day Adventist Church for being
a caring community, and also thanked the
organizations for supporting this drive. Light
refreshments were served to everyone at the end.
Picture below showing the whole group.��
FARLIM CHURCH, SHARED BY MS MARIA
SANGKONG: Praise God that the church has
started its Children Sabbath School Class! The
class is headed by Dr Esther Cheng, who is also in
charge of the Sabbath School Department.
During the first class, some Adventurer Club
members and newcomers came. It was indeed a
blessing to have young children around the
church when most of its members are adults and
old folks. Please pray for these young jewels so
that they will remain in the church, together with
their non-Christian parents.
Praise God again! The church revived its singing
group, after a 2-year break due to lack of
committed members.
A newly baptised member, Joewyn, and I
initiated the formation of this singing group. This
‘baby’ singing group called itself as BEHOLDER,
echoing what Psalm 17:15 says, "As for me, I will
behold, THY face in righteousness, I shall be
satisfied when I awake with THY likeness". It is the
members' longing to be more like Jesus.. " By
beholding we shall be changed.
We pray that through our newly formed group
with almost no experience, people may see Jesus
through us, and they will be encouraged to
BEHOLD His face and character. For we believe,
besides a melodious voice, a song can penetrate
through to the weary souls only when Jesus is
involved and His angels are at work together.
Please support us in prayer.��
KUALA LUMPUR CHINESE CHURCH: Elder Jimmy
Chong shared with us the good news that on Nov
28, 2004, after undergoing months of Bible Studies
conducted separately by Pr David Leoh, himself,
and Deacon Yip Siew Mun, 4 precious souls were
added to the family of God.
On that Sabbath morning, Elder Chong delivered
a Powerpoint presentation on the Dynamics of
Baptism while Pr Leoh presided over the baptismal
vows after that.
A Sundown Worship was held the following
evening after which the baptism ceremony of the
4 candidates was conducted in the swimming
pool of the condominium where Elder Chong
lived. The grand occasion was witnessed by
around 55 friends and relatives. It was followed
by a BBQ dinner at the poolside in celebration of
the new born babies in Christ. Please remember
them in your prayers that they will continue to
grow in grace and knowledge of His wonderful
love. Please see pictures on Pg 4.��
~~ GGoooodd ��eewwss ffrroomm PPEEMM CChhuurrcchheess ~~
Vision 4 If I have the gift of prophecy and can fathom all mysteries and all knowledge,…1 Cor 13:2, NIV.
IPOH CHURCH: Pr Tan Meng Cheng shared with
us about the Voice of Youth Camp held on 12-14,
Mar at Tapah Sufes Campsite.
The active Ipoh Adventist Youth arranged a
wonderful programme and many visitors got to
know more about our church. Pr Ngo Kim Chai
was the main speaker. They had Talent Night,
tele-matches, youth talk, campfire, etc.��
PENANG ENGLISH CHURCH: Mr Ho Soon Cheng
has been actively involved in the Myanmar
brethrens outreach, and thus, praise God that his
faithful work finally bore fruits, and this is only the
beginning!
Below is a testimonial letter (translated by Sister
Ruby) written by Mr Saw Pan Khaing upon
returning to Myanmar, addressing all the church
members in Penang English Church:--
By the grace of
God, I arrived
home safely. I will
never forget the
good things that
you all had done
for me. I want to
thank all the
church members
who had
contributed
financially to me
before I came
home. Otherwise I really did not have any extra
money to take home. Our family expresses our
sincere thanks to all of you. We pray that God will
bless each and everyone of you. Please do not
forget me. And remember me in your prayers.
I miss all of you and think of you all very often,
especially on Sabbath where we used to meet
together for worship and then followed by lunch.
I remember the good food and your love that you
all showered upon me and my friends. I wish I
could see you all again, but I know that it is most
impossible for I cannot afford to travel to
Malaysia, and I understand that you will not be
coming to Myanmar. However, when Jesus
comes back, I hope we shall see each other
again in Heaven, this is my prayer.
Now, I plan to do my own business, because I
want to be faithful to God. Please do remember
our family in your prayer.
Currently, Mr Ho and some other members are
continuing in ministering to 14 Buddhists and 6
SDA Myanmar brethrens from the plantations.
Just some time back, Sister Viji taught them how
to make sandwiches, and Sister Mei Huey taught
them to sing in English. The Myanmar brethrens
had been presenting special numbers during
divine service in Myanmar language as well as in
English. ��
FRIENDSHIP EVANGELISM IN BANTING SHARED BY
MRS MEENA SAM: Pr T John and his wife, Ruth,
have a gift of Welfare Ministry. Recently, they had
7 baptisms!
A very challenging situation arose when a family
decided to accept Christ. Being introduced to
the gospel of Christ, the family realized that
revolutionary changes must take place in their
lives. They had to discard and destroy the idols
and removed the jewelleries which was a mark of
prestige in their lives before knowing Christ. Like
Zacchaeus, the father had to stop the lucrative
money-lending business. They also decided that
their children should look for Saturdays-off work.
The Lord honoured the prayers of this staunch
Hindu family. Now, they are rejoicing in the Truth
that has set them free, looking at life from a
complete different angle. “So if the Son sets you
free, you will be free indeed.” John 8:36.
Praise the Lord for the way He has led this
precious family where countless ones in the past
have balked at the idea of giving up their caste
and their identity in the Indian Community.
God has worked on the hearts of souls steeped in
superstitions giving a grand victory to the Cross of
Christ.
Now, Ruth is working with 9 families in the learning
of the Truth. Her friendliness and hospitality had
brought bountiful souls for the Kingdom. May
God bless Pr and Mrs T John’s ministry!��
Mr Saw Pan Khaing, he is a
regular guitarist at the Penang
English Church.
4 precious souls in
their baptism
robes, with Elder
Jimmy Chong
second from right.
Please see good
news on Pg 3.
Pr Leoh, right,
performing the
baptism on one of
the candidates.
Please see good
news on Pg 3.
~~ GGoooodd ��eewwss ffrroomm PPEEMM CChhuurrcchheess ~~
…and if I have a faith that can move mountains, but have not love, I am nothing. 1 Cor 13:2, NIV. Vision 5
MALACCA CHURCH: Pr
Andrew Hau shared with us
about the Agape Youth Camp
held at Pulau Besar on Jun 8-
12. The main organizers were
a couple of doctors from
Penang. The church members
of Malacca Church were very
supportive in the aid of the
arrangements for the success
of this event. They had to deal
with registration, collections of
fees, sourcing for materials,
etc.��
PENANG TAMIL CHURCH: Pr C
James Edward shared with us
about an all-night prayer the
church members had from Apr
30-May 1. The group consisted
of around 20 people and the
prayers started from 9:00pm till
5:00am. They prayed for each
others’ needs and anything
they would like to pray for.
On May 27-29, the Indian
Churches Camp held at Port
Dickson took place with about
250 people attending. They
had Pr Daniel Devadhas, the
Secretary of South Indian
Union as their special speaker.
The theme was ‘God’s Final
Call’.��
KULIM TAMIL CHURCH: Pr C
James Edward also shared
with us about the 1-night
prayer they had on May 21.
Upon church members’
request, the church would
hold this special prayer night
once a quarter, if not, once
every 6 months.
They had a Mother’s Day
special service on May 7.
During this service, mothers
were given gifts and
recognition for their efforts in
church. The gentlemen in the
church were in charged of the
potluck that day!
Another outreach programme
Pr Edward is working on is the
weekly women’s evening
meeting. They would gather in
different houses each week to
share the message of God.
For the past 5 months, Pr
Edward conducted cell
groups every Thursday and
Friday nights at Hong Seng
and Tanjung Bungah areas.
Each group consists of about
10-15 people. Please pray for
his ministry.��
SKUDAI CHINESE CHURCH: Pr
Janssen New shared with us
about a yearly Family Day
event that took place on May
1. This evangelistic activity
brought about 100 people,
mostly non-SDAs!
Further, for 4 Friday nights
during April, the church had
Elder Timon Tan to conduct a
Literature Evangelist Training
on how to sell books.
Another good news is that
Sunday churches are inviting
Pr New to conduct health
seminars. This invitation has
allowed Pr New to share and
spread Adventism.��
PONTIAN CHINESE CHURCH: Pr
Janssen New shared about a
very successful health talk
conducted by Elder John Ng
and attended by 60-70 people
on Apr 30. Following the
health talk, on May 1 about
130 people turning up for the
free health screening. Once
again the community at
Skudai benefited from our
Adventist health messages!
On May 15, the kindergarten
held a Parents’ Day. The
children had talent
performances, singing
presentations, reciting of
poems, etc. A fellowship lunch
was provided to all.
On May 27-29, an Evangelistic
Camp was held at Gunung
Rambai, Kluang, specially
catered to the senior citizens.
Another good news is that Pr
New is also invited to conduct
talks in Pontian by Sunday
Churches. On May 22, he was
invited to speak at the Family
Camp of Pontian Christian
Church where the campers
comprised of Buddhists and
Christians from other
denominations.��
MRS AMY CHUNG OF SKUDAI
CHINESE CHURCH SHARED:
President of SAUM, Pr Bill
Townend and his charming
wife visited Skudai Chinese
Church on April 16.
Pr Townend’s sermon on
‘God’s Forgiveness’ brought
peace and new zeal to all
who listened to him. He used 4
Bible texts illustrating that God
forgives us as many times as
we asked for. But the danger
is: do not overdo it by sinning
willfully.��
Pr Bill Townend, centre, with all the
members and visitors at Skudai
Chinese Church.
The fun excitement at the Bi-
Mission Chinese Youth Congress
held in Penang. Please see Pg 12 for
write-up in chinese.
~~ GGoooodd ��eewwss ffrroomm PPEEMM CChhuurrcchheess ~~
Vision 6 If I give all I possess to the poor and surrender my body to the flames,…1 Cor 13:3, NIV.
Sabbath School session at Bukit
Jelutong Indian Church.
Blood Donation Drive at Ue3 with
Mrs Leong Fai on the right.
Bible Study session at Klang BM
Church.
The new Petaling Jaya Chinese
Church’s worship hall complete
with state-of-the-art acoustic
system.
PETALING JAYA CHINESE
CHURCH: The church had its
long-awaited ‘church
opening’ on May 15. The
opening started at 10:00am
with more than 200 well-
wishers. A sumptuous lunch
was prepared for everyone!
Please see pictures on Pg 11
and 13.��
CITY-WIDE EVANGELISM: A
very successful event held at
the International Youth Centre,
Cheras, from May 25-29. It
had Gospel Presentations of
the Revelations in Prophecy
presented by Pr John
Bradshaw, a New Zealander
residing in the US. Health
seminars were also
conducted.��
TRUST SERVICES SUMMIT: Held
at City Villa Hotel on May 5-7.
All participants were affirmed
of what they should do in
order to be a good steward
for God. Very valuable
information were presented.
Topics included ‘The Crowning
Act of Stewardship’, ‘A
Christian Perspective of Money
Management’ and ‘How to
Prepare a Christian Will?’.��
PETALING JAYA ENGLISH
CHURCH: On Apr 9-10, the
Young Working Adults,
comprising of 13 people,
including Pr Petrik Andrews,
had a fantastic and amazing
trip to Fraser’s Hill. They rented
the spacious and cooling
Johore Bungalow which
offered mouth-watering food!
Interesting Team Building
games were conducted,
intensive views and visions
were shared. Those of you
who are young and working,
please look for Kam Soon or
Yim Khim in church to check
out what exciting outings they
have lined up. You will be
missing out on a lot of fun,
intellectual and spiritual
enhancement, if you do not
join them just for once. Join to
believe! Join to live!
A Car Wash event was held on
Apr 24 from 8am onwards. It
was a fruitful effort where car
owners paid RM25 minimum
per wash.
On May 7, a special Mother’s
Day programme was lined up
during Sabbath School.
Mothers were thanked for their
hard work in keeping the
family united, for taking good
care of their husbands and
children, for contributing to
church, etc. Children
expressed their gratitude
towards their mothers on that
morning. Big red roses were
given to all mothers, and a
cake cutting ceremony was
held.
May 21 was the Adventurer
Investiture Day with the theme
‘Go for Jesus’. The children
received their badges on that
day. Each badge indicates
one activity or exercise they
have successfully completed.
A Family Picnic was organized
on May 23. The convoy met at
8:00am in the church to
proceed to Sungai Chongkat,
some 45mins drive from
Cheras. Among the
picturesque scenery and
refreshing flowing streams, the
families had a good fellowship
with revitalizing laughters!
On May 29, an interesting
Stress and Anger
Management Seminar was
conducted by the US team of
Evangelists.��
GOOD NEWS SHARED BY MRS
LEONG FAI, THE SHEPHERDESS
COORDINATIOR: Praise the
Lord! I saw many energetic
young people attending the
Bible Study training in Klang BM
Church on Mar 12. There were
32 young people who
attended the training.
Materials presented were
sourced from the book of
Judges. Pr Rubil is the church
pastor.
On Apr 25, a blood donation
drive was carried out at the
Ue3 Shopping Complex,
Cheras. 112 packs of blood
were collected from 11:00am
to 3:00pm. Many pastors and
church members participated
in this drive.��
~~ GGoooodd ��eewwss ffrroomm PPEEMM CChhuurrcchheess ~~
…but have not love, I gain nothing. 1 Cor 13:3, NIV. Vision 7
““FFoorr wwhheerree ttwwoo oorr tthhrreeee aarree ggaatthheerreedd
ttooggeetthheerr iinn MMyy nnaammee,, II aamm tthheerree iinn
tthhee mmiiddsstt ooff tthheemm..”” Mathew 18:20. ~ by Mr Ras Theron,
one of the pioneer members of Queenstown SDA ~
DDown under in Queenstown, New Zealand, one
of the top tourist destinations in the world, we love
the above Bible verse, as we truly are few in
numbers.
Our Seventh Day Adventist group is known as the
‘Remarkable Truth’. The name comes from a
beautiful mountain range that surrounds the area
and the truth we are glad to share about Jesus
our Saviour.
Our Church was initiated by brother Soon Cheng,
and we had our very first meeting on Jun 14, 2003.
So, what started off with three regular members,
we now have nine regular members plus a few
visitors every now and then.
Living in a town where people are here today
and gone tomorrow requires creative witnessing.
From one to nine members (including a Pastoral
couple from a nearby town), we give praise to
God for our members.
At the moment we meet in various homes and
enjoy a casual worship style. We all get involved
with lesson studies and talks. The Internet is a
useful part of our worship as we download
sermons and Karaoke for our praises.
As there are always many tourists in town we
often have visitors joining our services from all over
the world. We often enjoy lunches together and
in the winter months enjoy ‘after Sabbath’ socials
skiing on our beautiful mountains. Every Thursday
evening at 8pm we
meet for prayers.
Our vision for 2005 is
to set up a library
collection of
inspiring videos and
DVDs that we can
share with
interested people. We have been blessed with
some funding to assist this Project and look
forward to positive results.
Currently we are also looking for a larger venue
that will allow for easy parking, growth and
advertising. Please remember our church group
in your prayers and should you ever pass this way,
we would love to make more friends in Jesus!��������
Priya saw God working
amidst of her trials ~ by Pr David Kumar Arumugum,
District Pastor of Klebang and Taiping Church ~
GGeetha Priya David, daughter of Klebang
Church Elder, Mr David Katherason, was not
happy when she was first told that she had to join
the National Service Training Programme. In fact,
her whole family was not happy about it. The
reason was because she was not very healthy
since the end of last year. Her parents tried their
level best to apply for exemption but they were
unsuccessful. So, Priya, after lots of prayers and
support from her family and church members,
decided to attend the said training despite her
dislikes and health condition. She was part of the
first group, 2nd series, year 2005. She attended the
National Service Training Programm from Dec 11,
2004 till Mar 6, 2005, at Sentosa Camp, Sungai
Cincin, Chenderiang, Tapah, Perak.
During the 3 months of training, she went through
a lot of trials and temptations. First, the Sabbath.
She had no excuses for avoiding the trainings
falling on Sabbath. Therefore, she had to
participate in the programmes. But sometimes
she would be excused for being unfit. At those
moments she would thank God for allowing her to
keep the Sabbath and would remain in the dorm.
Other times, she would have other opportunities
like going for community service during Sabbath.
Though it was not a completely worship related
activity, she would still thank God that she was
able to witness for Him through the activity.
Now she is back from the training. She learned a
lot about life and God. She recalls her days
during the training and says that God was very
good and indeed really good. And she further
said that without Him, the training would be
impossible.
On her passing out day, her family and I went to
receive her. Picture below: Taken when Priya
was out for community sevice project during the
National Service training. She is second from right
with a Bomba officer in the centre.��������
~~ TTeessttiimmoonnyy ~~
Vision 8 Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. 1 Cor 13:4, NIV.
God
is STILL at work… ~ Love and peace,
by Ms Maria Sangkong, �ursing
Lecturer at Penang Adventist
College of �ursing ~
GGreetings in the name of the
Lord.
Well, what shall I say this
time…hmm, I do not have any
cute things to share or
stunning news for you to read.
But I have witnessed BIG things
happened, and all because it
started with a right beginning,
with GOD Himself.
Do you agree with me if I said,
God is consistent, serious of
what He is doing, and is still at
work even without us seeing
the power, much like during
the time of the apostles in the
Book of Acts.
The Bible says. “delight yourself
in the Lord, and He will give
you the desire of your heart”
not only that, He will implant
the desired outcomes of our
desire, and He will be at work
to make it as a reality.
I wanted to be a teacher for
so long…since I was a
teenager. I do not know why,
but I ended up taking Basic in
Business and Management in
Wood Technology just after I
finished my Form 5. Then I
entered the nursing profession
which had caused me to
wonder further what God has
in His mind for me to go
around in the wilderness, like
the Israelites, without arriving
to my destination in life.
I was confused, and
unfocussed.
About 2 years ago, God had
opened the door for me to
study again, something that I
did not think of during my first 4
years after I was qualified as a
Registered Nurse.
Guess what, I was accepted
to join a course in the Medical
Centre of University Malaya,
Methodology in Teaching. I
was to learn specifically on
how to teach effectively with
the application of education
psychology.
Miraculously I managed to
finish the course without
breaking the Sabbath despite
exams and classes falling on
the Sabbath Day.
It was all because of God.
Life could never be the same
again after I came back from
my studies; my knowledge
extended, personality
changed, status changed and
my aim in life changed.
Only one thing did not
change, my desire to serve the
Lord with the little ability I
have.
I have seen miracles
happened since I joined the
College of Nursing in Penang
Adventist Hospital.
Let me share a recent one.
After I completed my
classroom assignment, I was
assigned to go up to the wards
to supervise students on their
competency in the clinical
area. Having many different
levels of students and
coaching them at the same
time is really challenging.
During the 2nd and 3rd week of
April, I was assigned to the
Medical Ward. One of the
characteristics of the patients
warded in the Medical Ward,
is that they are bed-ridden,
with some just there literally
waiting for their time to rest in
peace. We had a few patients
with confirmed D.I.L (Death in
List).
One particular patient was on
oxygen support, big-sized,
about 100kg with swelling
almost all over the body.
Having been on bed for
sometime, the perineal area
was very sore, red and the
sacral area (buttocks) was
already showing signs and
symptoms of skin breakdown.
The patient has Diabetes
Mellitus, and heart failure with
compression fracture of the
Lumber (Back Bone).
I was very afraid to assign
freshies to nurse this patient
because I was afraid that they
could not cope with the heavy
load to nurse a patient who
does not respond at all. The
patient hardly opened her
eyes, did not respond to calls
and so on. This patient also
had intravenous line, only on
fluid diet without milk.
Anyway, at last, I assigned the
freshies to this patient with 2
other seniors. My students
continued their tender loving
care to this patient everyday.
They gave bed bath, oral
care, turning accordingly,
back massages, you name
it…TOTAL NURSING CARE!
Actually, this patient captured
my attention, which I did not
know why. So I started doing
follow-ups with my students,
especially during the second
week. I was there just to
facilitate the students carrying
out their procedures, and of
course planned the patients’
care with them.
You may think this story is just
an ordinary story, after all,
hospitals are filled with dying
patients.
Continued on Pg 9…
~~ TTeessttiimmoonnyy && GGoooodd ��eewwss ffrroomm PPEEMM CChhuurrcchheess ~~
It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered,…1 Cor 13:5, NIV. Vision 9
…continued fr. Pg 8
GOD IS STILL AT WORK! The last
3 days of that week, the
patient’s perineal area was
not so sore anymore, the
patient was able to open her
eyes. She could lift up her
hands. Although she is still on
oxygen support, she was able
to talk and communicate her
preferences in treatment,
which signified that she is still
interested to live again and is
willing to participate in her
care. She could even
recognize those people who
were nursing her. Amazingly,
she could stand up for a few
minutes when we transferred
her from bed to a deck chair.
Later on, she was allowed to
have porridge from just clear
fluids, and she was tolerating it
well. When I asked her how
she was doing just before I
went off duty, she smiled and
answered “Ho” , in Hokkien
meaning she’s doing fine.
In the afternoon, when I had
post conference with my
students to do some reflective
learning for that day, I asked if
they were happy with what
they had done to their
patients that day. All of them
smiled and agreed that they
had done a wonderful task for
their patients. I highlighted this
particular patient and asked
the nurse who had looked
after this patient to present her
as a focus of study for that
afternoon.
Indeed, all of my students
were happy and agreed that
this patient was progressing
well, only in about 3 days, the
situation was turned 180
degree, from a dying patient
to a patient who can respond
and tolerated treatment well.
One of my Muslim students
approached me and
confirmed that she saw a
miracle that day.
What happened? Who has
restored the patient’s health?
Indeed the message at the
entrance of the Penang
Adventist Hospital “GOD
HEALS, WE HELP” is active and
true. As my usual prayer every
morning is breathed with my
bended knees. God again
has used me today to bless
others and to radiate His love.
God has answered my selfish
prayers many times, and I
cannot thank Him enough for
His bountiful blessings. GOD IS
STILL AT WORK.
I like my profession after I
qualified as a Registered
Nurse, but I take it seriously
and love it even more after I
became a Nurse Educator. I
found that if there is one thing
a teacher must posses in order
to become a good teacher, it
is not by having good grades
and popularity while she is
having her training, but it is to
practise what she preaches.
And we can only do this if
what we preach is actually our
own lifestyle, meaning we do
not have to pretend to be
good, present ourselves just as
we are. I am still learning how
to have a human heart, a
heart of a flesh and not a
stone. If God did not lead me
thus far, I cannot see all these
beautiful manifestations of His
work. He is faithful, timely, and
knows exactly what He is
doing.
My brethrens, we do not have
to ask for fire to come down
from heaven in order to see
miracles. It can happen in a
small way, unnoticed and
simple, but for sure, God is still
at work and He is not tired of
revealing Himself to those who
seek Him diligently.
May we continue to walk
humbly with faith and not by
sight, this is my humble
prayer!��������
11sstt MMeemmoorriiaall
AAnnnniivveerrssaarryy ooff MMrrss JJuunnee
PPrraabbhhaakkaarraann ~ by Tay Cheng Eng of
Penang English Church ~
TThe family of CV Prabhakaran
held the 1st memorial
anniversary for Mrs June
Prabhakaran nee June Choo
Lan Kiaw on the May 13 at
their residence at Butterworth.
Mrs Prabhakaran was a
member of Penang Seventh-
Day Adventist Church. Our
church members together with
the Anchormen (God-given
musical talents from Penang
SDA church) were invited to
the anniversary.
It was well attended with over
100 relatives and close friends
of the family. The invited
guests and the family were
richly blessed by the singing of
our Anchormen and with the
hymns in their hands everyone
was able to sing along.
Pr Joshua Gan gave a short
sermon. He preached that
death is, but a short break
towards our final destination,
heaven. Quoting Revelation
14:13 “Blessed are the dead
who die in the Lord from now
on.” “Yes”, says the Spirit, “that
they may rest from their
labours, and their works follow
them”. In closing, Pr Joshua
Gan offered a prayer for CV
Prabhakaran‘s family.
It was indeed a good witness
for our Lord. We showed that
we also love and miss sister
June Prabhakaran as much as
her family members and
friends did. Please see picture
on Pg 13.��������
~~ GGoooodd ��eewwss ffrroomm PPEEMM CChhuurrcchheess ~~
Vision 10 …it keeps no record of wrong. 1 Cor 13:5, NIV.
Dr Dicky �g, front row, right.
SSaammuueellee BBaacccchhiioocccchhii
SSeemmiinnaarr PPeennaanngg SSDDAA EEnngglliisshh CChhuurrcchh
April 21-24, 2005 ~ by Dr Dicky �g ~
FFrom April 21–24, 2005, Penang SDA English
Church invited Dr Samuele Bacchiocchi, a retired
Professor of Theology and Church History,
Andrews University, to conduct a series of
outreach cum revival meetings in Penang. The
1st-day programme held at Crown Jewel Hotel
had 95 participants, majority of them were non-
Adventists. Amongst the participants were a few
ministers of other denominations, including a
lecturer from a local bible seminary. Later in the
evening, April 21, the Sabbath Enrichment
seminar series began in the church. The church
was filled to the brim with more than 200 people,
including some of those non-Adventist Christian
friends who had attended the day meeting at the
hotel. Dr Bacchiocchi is a captivating speaker,
making good use of the Visual LCD projection of
colourful slides to illustrate his lecturers. The
lecturers he shared in Penang were:
My Search For The Sabbath (his conversion story),
Sabbath As A Time For Service, From Sabbath To
Sunday (his research published in his book,
historical evidences of how Sabbath was
changed to Sunday done in the Vatican
University in the 70s). Sabbath Under Cross Fire
(why there is so much controversy about Sabbath;
yes, Sabbath has no rest!). Marriage Covenant
(the Biblical principle of marriage that can save us
from heartaches), and lastly the most current
topic of The Future Of The Papacy.
Dr Bacchiocchi is also a prolific writer and a
researcher. Many took advantage of the special
offer on his books and bought them to study
deeper into the topics, which were highlighted
during the meetings. We gave praise and thanks
to God for His leading in this event.��
Dr Bacchiocchi sharing about the Sabbath using
captivating slides.
Dr Samuele Bacchiocchi.
Penang SDA English Church filled to the brim!
Lectures held at the Crown Jewel
Hotel, Penang.
~~ TTeessttiimmoonnyy && GGoooodd ��eewwss ffrroomm PPEEMM CChhuurrcchheess ~~
Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. 1 Cor 13:6, NIV. Vision 11
��������
Ir Chuah, right, with his wife and son at the opening of
Petaling Jaya Chinese Church on May 15. Second from
left are Mr and Mrs Wang Yong Cheng. Ir Chuah is very
happy to have Mr Wang, his nephew-in-law, to attend this
auspicious occasion.
~~ GGoooodd ��eewwss ffrroomm PPEEMM CChhuurrcchheess ~~
Vision 12 It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always preserves. 1 Cor 13:7, NIV.
MMother U are my first nurse,
Mother U are my first physician, Mother U are my first friend,
Mother U are my first teacher, Mother U are my first pastor,
Mother U are my everything on earth.
The above poem is written by Pr David Kumar
Arumugam, he wishes all mothers ‘Happy
Mother’s Day!” ��
3rd MISSION WIDE MALAY RETREAT SHARED BY PR
RENIE UBARA, SUNGAI PETANI CHURCH: It was
held at the Panoramic Gunung Jerai Resort,
Kedah from Apr 22-24. The theme was ‘Spirit-Led
Lifestyle’. About 130 participants, including
children participated in this spiritual event with
70% of them being ladies. Regardless, they
seemed to come for one great purpose, to
enhance their spiritual lifestyle.
The participants had Dr Ellen as one of the
facilitators throughout the much-anticipated
event. She stressed a lot on how women were
able to become exceptional in the society, not
only mentally, emotionally, socially but also
spiritually. Other than touching on self-image that
rooted with Christian-life, communication or rather
relationship was one of the topics discussed and
highlighted.
The three days gathering had given a lot of
guidance and blessing to all. It was even more
meaningful with the presence of Dr Missah and Pr
Terrance Sim as the speakers.
Hopefully, they will be more enriching camps like
this one in the future that can enlighten the very
essence of faith for the church members! Please
see picture on Pg 14.��
~ by Ms Chew Yan Leong of Penang Chinese Church ~
��������
~~ VVaarriieettyy aanndd GGoooodd ��eewwss ffrroomm PPEEMM CChhuurrcchheess ~~
Love never fails. But where there are prophecies, they will cease;…1 Cor 13:8, NIV. Vision 13
The super-talented God-given musical talents from
Penang English Church, the Anchormen, presenting a
number at Mrs June Prabhakaran’s 1st Memorial
Anniversary. Please see write-up on Pg 9.
~ contributed by Mr Thomas Chin of
Kuala Lumpur English Church ~
1. Throw out non-essential
numbers. This includes age,
weight and height. Let the
doctors worry about them.
That is why you pay them.
2. Keep only cheerful
friends. The grouches pull
you down. Keep this in
mind if you are one of
those grouches.
3. Keep learning: Learn
more about the computer,
crafts, gardening, whatever. Never let the brain
get idle. "An idle mind
is the devil's workshop."
And the devil's name is
Alzheimer's!
4. Enjoy the simple
things.
5. Laugh often, long
and loud. Laugh until
you gasp for breath.
And if you have a
friend who makes you
laugh, spend lots and lots of time with him or her.
6. The tears happen: Endure, grieve, and move
on. The only person who is with us our entire life, is
ourselves. LIVE while you are alive.
7. Surround yourself with what you love: Whether
it's family, pets, keepsakes, music, plants, hobbies,
whatever. Your home is your refuge.
8. Cherish your health: If it is good, preserve it. If
it is unstable, improve it. If it is beyond what you
can improve, get help.
9. Don't take guilt trips. Take a trip to the mall,
even to the next county, to a foreign country, but
NOT to where the guilt is.
Another group of super-talented God-given musical
talents from Petaling Jaya Chinese Church, presenting a
number at the church’s opening on May 15. �otice the
huge floral arrangement of lilies, making the occasion even
more memorable and lovely!
The official opening of Petaling Jaya Chinese Church by
Pr Francis Lajanim, 2nd
from right, with Pr Terrance
Sim on the left, followed by Pr Leong Fai with Pr Peter
Foo on the right.
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ttoo ssttaayy yyoouunngg!!!!
10. Tell the people you love that you love them, at
every opportunity, and mean it!��
~~ GGoooodd ��eewwss ffrroomm PPEEMM CChhuurrcchheess ~~
Vision 14 …where there are tongues, they will be stilled; where there is knowledge,...1 Cor 13:8, NIV.
Baptisms at the 3
rd Mission Wide Malay Retreat.
Please see write up on Pg 12.
8800tthh AAnnnniivveerrssaarryy
CCoommmmeemmoorraattiivvee MMuussiicc CCDD ~~ bbyy MMss LLiimm MMeeii HHuueeyy,, OOrrggaanniizziinngg CChhaaiirrppeerrssoonn ooff
tthhee 8800tthh AAnnnniivveerrssaarryy CCeelleebbrraattiioonnss ~~
IIn conjunction with the 80th Anniversary
celebrations in our church, Penang English Church,
a special commemorative music CD was
produced featuring all the many musical talents
from the various churches in Penang. From the
Penang English was the Anchormen, Joyous
Tribute, Friends, Youth Choir, Children Choir and
pianist Stephanie Looi. From Penang Adventist
Hospital Church, there was Orient Acapella,
Crucified with Jesus and the Remnant Singers.
The Penang Chinese Church Youth
also participated with a song specially composed
by themselves.
After many hours of rehearsals and recording time
at the studio, finally, the CDs were out in time for
the 80th Celebrations. With the kind support of
the church members and friends of the church,
RM4,000.00 was raised (after deducting costs).
This collection was pledged to two homes for
abused and neglected children.
On Mar 26 Sabbath morning, we invited the
children from the Children Protection Society
together with their two leaders Puan Nawiza and
Suria and also representative from Rumah Seri
Cahaya, Ms Annie Ang, to join us for worship and
to receive their cheques of RM2,000.00 each.
About 15 children came. They were blessed by
the Easter Musical program put up by
the Music Ministry. After that, they attended
Sabbath School with the Penang Tamil
Church. They then joined us for fellowship lunch
where they took time to fellowship with the young
people from our church. During this time,
our children presented them with a pair of shoes
each.
Seeing the children come to church probably for
the first time and hearing about the love and
sacrifice of Jesus was very rewarding. The smiles
on their faces and the appreciation they showed
to us made all the hard work in completing this
project all so worth it.
Many thanks to those who had supported in small
and big ways. My special thanks to Julie Tan who
put in so much effort to arrange everything with
the homes. Please see pictures this page.��������
~~ FFooooddss aanndd tthheeiirr HHeeaalliinngg PPoowweerr ~~
And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. 1 Cor 13:13, NIV. Vision 15
GGrraaiinnss,, ffrruuiittss,, nnuuttss,, aanndd vveeggeettaabblleess constitute the diet chosen for us by our Creator…
They impart a strength, a power of endurance, and a vigour of intellect,
that are not afforded by a more complex and stimulating diet. ELLEN G. WHITE
North American writer and educator (1827-1915)
*FOODS FOR THE BLOOD
IIron is found in the following:
RRed Beet, gives a cheerful note to salads and potato
dishes.
Preparation and Use
of Red Beet
• Fresh Juice. The
flavour of beet juice is
unpleasant and may
be mixed with other
juices or sweetened
with honey to make it
more palatable. No
more than 50 to 100ml
should be drunk at a
time to avoid
indigestion.
• Grated Raw. Beets
prepared in this way
may be dressed with
lemon and oil.
• Boiled. Cooked beets
are more digestible.
They should be boiled
for at least an hour.
They are easier to peel
if dipped in cold water
while they are still
hot.��
LLemon cleanses and
regenerates the blood.
Preparation and Use of Lemon
• Fresh Juice. Because
of their high acidity,
lemons are not usually
eaten as fruit; only their
juice is consumed. It is
important to include
the peel (if it is
pesticide-free)
because many of the
aromatic terpenes,
which have great
medicinal value, are
concentrated in it.
• Dressing and
Seasoning for various
dishes: Lemon juice
improves the flavour,
digestibility and
properties of all green
leafy vegetables, rice
and legumes.��
AAlfalfa, a little-appreciated
food of great value.
Preparation and Use of Alfalfa
• Alfalfa Sprouts. These
recently germinated
sprouts are eaten raw
in salads and
sandwiches.
• Leaves. Tender alfalfa
leaves can be eaten
raw in salads. They are
usually cooked, much
as chard or spinach, in
soups, omelettes and
croquettes.��
PPistachio, the most iron-rich nut.
Preparation and Use of
Pistachio
• Toasted. Pistachios are
usually eaten lightly
toasted. Excess salt
must be avoided.
• Pistachios are very
much appreciated
preparing desserts and
ice-cream because of
their exquisite flavour.
WWatercress purifies the blood.
• Raw. In salad,
seasoned with oil and
lemon. Watercress
must be very tender,
since once they have
flowered they become
very tough. No more
than 50 or 100gm
should be eaten at
one time.
• As a condiment, finely
chopped over
potatoes or pasta. A
few leaves may also be
used to add flavour to
sandwiches.
• Cooked. They lose
part of their properties
and flavour, although
some individuals
tolerate them better.
They may be used in
omelettes or vegetable
soups. ��
*Source: Encyclopaedia of
Foods (available at Adventist
Book Centre, Kuala Lumpur,
contact: +603 9287 8272).
Information published in this
page serves only as a guide
and does not guarantee any
prevention or cure.
~~ AAbboouutt SSeevveenntthh--DDaayy AAddvveennttiissttss ~~
Vision 16 …But the greatest of these is love. 1 Cor 13:13, NIV.
TThhee 2277 FFuunnddaammeennttaall BBeelliieeffss ooff SSeevveenntthh--DDaayy AAddvveennttiisstt (Source: www.seventh-dayadventist.com)
77.. The Nature of Man: Man and woman were made in the image of God with individuality, the power
and freedom to think and to do. Though created free beings, each is an indivisible unity of body, mind, and
spirit, dependent upon God for life and breath and all else. When our first parents disobeyed God, they
denied their dependence upon Him and fell from their high position under God. The image of God in them
was marred and they became subject to death. Their descendants share this fallen nature and its
consequences. They are born with weaknesses and tendencies to evil. But God in Christ reconciled the
world to Himself and by His Spirit restores in penitent mortals the image of their Maker. Created for the glory
of God, they are called to love Him and one another, and to care for their environment. (Gen. 1:26-28; 2:7;
Ps. 8:4-8; Acts 17:24-28; Gen. 3; Ps. 51:5; Rom. 5:12-17; 2 Cor. 5:19, 20; Ps. 51:10; 1 John 4:7, 8, 11, 20; Gen.
2:15.)
To be continued in the upcoming issues of this newsletter, Vision.
UUpcoming Events around Peninsular Malaysia
1. Jul 1-2: Children Ministry Leadership Training, Kuala Lumpur.
2. Jul 8-9: Friendship Evangelism, Kulim.
3. Jul 8-10: Personal Ministry: Seminar & Certification, Kuala Lumpur.
4. Jul 10: Talent Development Workshop, Perak.
5. Jul 10-15: Workers' Meeting (NEWSTART Programme), Penang.
6. Jul 15: Shepherdess: Computer Training & e-Home, Penang.
7. Jul 22-24: Pathfinder Staff Leadership Training, Kuala Lumpur.
8. Jul 23-24: Marriage Enrichment, Sungai Way.
9. Jul 29-30: Friendship Evangelism, Taiping.
10. Aug 20: Stewardship Emphasis Sermon/Seminar, Kuantan.
11. Aug 21: Chinese Youth: 3rd Happy Cup Sports Day, Subang.
12. Aug 22: NEWSTART, Penang.
13. Aug 29-Sep 1: Shepherdess: Bible Doctrine Course 1, Kuala Lumpur.
14. Sep 9-10: Parenting Seminar, Muar.
15. Sep 17: Stewardship Emphasis Sermon/Seminar, Ipoh.
~ Information published is correct at press time; however, dates may subject to changes without prior
notice. Please seek your pastor for confirmation and further information on the events.
Advisors: Pr Terrance Sim and Pr Francis Lajanim
Editor: Jessica Thai
Printers: Inter-Centre Point Sdn Bhd
Circulation: Peninsular Malaysia Mission (PEM)
~ Many thanks to all who have contributed to Vision, a quarterly official newsletter of PEM.
~ Pictures on cover page, courtesy of www.google.com. Inspired by Pr Matthew Mambu’s sermon
preached in Petaling Jaya English Church on April 30, 2005, on ‘Love’.
~ Articles have been edited to suit the alignments.
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