Sunday 1 May 2016 Sanctuary, 8.30am & 5pm ACS Auditorium, 10.30am

Reflective Verses “Now listen, you who say, “Today or tomorrow we will go to this or that city, spend a year there, carry on business and make money.” Why, you do not even know what will happen tomorrow. What is your life? You are a mist that appears for a little while and then vanishes. Instead, you ought to say, “If it is the Lord’s will, we will live and do this or that.” James 4:13-15 Reflective Question How does reflecting on the fragility and brevity of life affect the way you live in the present? To what extent do you seek the Lord’s will for the decisions and directions of your life?

Prayer Dear Heavenly Father, help me to live my entire life in your presence, under your authority, to your glory. Amen.

Order of Worship 6th SUNDAY IN EASTERTIDE/HOLY COMMUNION

PREPARATION Please silence your phone and other digital devices

Prelude Personal Meditation and Prayer

PRAISE Choral Introit Be Still (The Holy One is Here) 8.30am What Wondrous Love Is This 5pm

2 Cor 5:14

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Call to Worship from Psalm 14 [PLEASE STAND] Mr Benjamin BC Tan; 8.30am Mr Michael Tan; 10.30am Mr Lim Wee Chiong; 5pm Leader Fools say in their hearts, “There is no God.” They are corrupt, they do

abominable deeds, there is none that does good. People The Lord looks down from heaven on all people, to see if there are any

that are wise, who seek after God. Leader They have all gone astray, they are all alike perverse; there is none that does

good, no, not one. People Have they no knowledge, the evildoers who eat up my people as they eat

bread, and do not call upon the Lord? Leader There they shall be in great terror, for God is with the generation of the

righteous. People You would confound the plans of the poor, but the Lord is their refuge. ALL O that deliverance for Israel would come from Zion! When the Lord

restores their fortunes, Jacob shall rejoice and Israel shall be glad! Amen.

Hymn of Praise Be Thou My Vision UMH 451; 8.30am, 10.30am

Songs of Praise 5pm

PRAYER The Invitation [PLEASE STAND] UMH 26

Silent Prayer

Prayer of General Confession UMH 26

Prayer of Pardon UMH 26

Prayer For Intercession

The Lord’s Prayer

Greetings and Church Concerns

BRMC 60th anniversary testimony video – Young Adults Ministry

PRESENTATION The presentation of our tithes, offerings, and ourselves to the Lord

Special Children’s Programme (only for 4-7 year olds) 10.30am Venue: Science Learning Centre, ACS (BR)

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Offertory Prayer

Offering

Anthem The Power of the Cross 8.30am King Of Kings, Majesty 5pm Doxology [PLEASE STAND]

PROCLAMATION Hymn of Preparation Spirit of the Living God UMH 393

Scripture Reading James 4:13-17; pg 1063

Sermon Living Before the Face of God Pastor David Ho

PARTICIPATION The Sacrament of Holy Communion We invite all believers in the Lord Jesus to share in this covenant meal

Communion Hymn [PLEASE STAND]Let Us Break Bread Together UMH 618

Prayers of Consecration and Humble Access UMH 28/30 During the Feast of the LORD’s Supper, the following hymns will be sung prayerfully: 354, 348, 382, 377

PROMISE Hymn of Dedication [PLEASE STAND] Spirit Song UMH 347

Benediction

Choral Response Now Unto Him 8.30am

Postlude

Time of Altar Ministry If you need someone to pray with you, please use railings on the left, near the pulpit. A Pastor or Pastoral Team Staff member will pray with you. If you wish to pray by yourself, please use the railings on the right of the altar. If you need to approach the altar area at this time for any other purpose, please maintain a respectful silence.

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ANNOUNCEMENTS OUR PASTOR-IN-CHARGE, Rev Dr Chiu Ming Li, is on annual leave from 11 April-9 May. CONFIRMATION CLASSES FOR CHURCH MEMBERSHIP-CLASS NO. 2 FOR 2016: If you are seeking baptism and/or to be a registered member of BRMC, please fill up the Application Form available at the racks. Those wishing to attend the class must have worshipped regularly at BRMC for at least 6 mths before application. Registration closes 1 May. Classes start Wed, 4 May 7.30pm, Conf Rm. THE BRMC LIBRARY is closed today. However users may still return their loan items by depositing them into the “Drop-In” box located outside the library. Regular library services will resume on 8th May 2016. Thank You. GLOWING YEARS MINISTRY (GYM) Bible Study 2nd & 4th Sun, 10.30am, Sun Sch Teachers’ Room, L2C21. GYM ACTIVITY DAY (started since Jan 2014): every Wed, 10am to 5pm. As lunch and a light tea will be provided, those wishing to attend please register your interest with Mrs Susan Tong 9681-6170. “AN EVENING WITH PAUL & SHANTHA”: our partner national leaders will be sharing their work and

experience in our adopted mission field @ Chittoor, Andhra Pradesh, India. We invite you to come hear them. 11 May (Wed) 7.30pm, Wesley Hall ADMIN OFFICER (MISSION ADMINISTRATOR) @ BRMC NEEDED: Applicants can either email their detailed CV (with current/expected salary) to hr@brmc.org.sg or post to Administration Director, Barker Road Methodist Church, 48 Barker Road, Singapore 309917. METHODIST WELFARE SERVICES (MWS) SEEKS A PROFESSIONAL PROJECT MANAGER to set up and manage a new nursing home at Choa Chu Kang North. Get job description and apply via the MWS website at mws.sg/join-us. Application closes on 6 May 2016. THE METHODIST SCHOOL OF MUSIC is celebrating her 19th anniversary with a concert "Raise a Song of Gladness" which will be held at Anglo-Chinese School (Junior) on Sat, 7 May at 7pm. Admission is free but tickets are needed. Call MSM at 6767 5258. Need to report faulty equipment or a facility in church that needs fixing? Please drop an email with the details and your contact number to admin@brmc.org.sg

Our Warmest Birthday Greetings to members & friends born from 2 to 8 May Mdm Ang Siew Gek Mdm Teo Poh Poh, Bobo Mdm Yong Siew Chan Mdm Chong Shi Min, Cheryl Ms Chan Siew Hoon, Eunice Ms Chan Xiu Fen, Rosemary Mr Chang Kum Yew, Sean Mr Cheang Kok Yun Ms Chia Ah Luan Mr Chiang Wai Mun, Jeffrey Dr Chin Chi Onn, Colin Mr Chong Pak Yuen Mr Chong Tzeh-Chiun, Aaron Mdm Ling Pat Ee Mr Chua Seck Poh, Dennis Mr Lim Choon Wui, Paul Mrs Doong-Loke Margaret Ms Foo Pui Hoon Dr Foo See Liang Mdm Goh Bee Lian, Florence Dr Goh Kia Liang, Gregory LTC (Ret) Goh Kia Meng, Terence Miss Gwee Su Li Miss Heng Hui Lyn, Nicole Mrs Jek-Chan May Mrs Khoo-Keh Hai Nee, Annie Mr Khoo Chen Hsung Mr Khoo Ping Rong, Jeremy

Mr Khoo Su-Teng, Adrian Mr Khoo Beng Hwee Mr Koh Kok Beng, Joseph Mr Kong Guan Hwa, Jeremy Miss Chio Hui Juan, Valerie Mr Kusuma Surya Mr Yip Tsz Kiu, Alex Dr Kwee Edmund Mr Kwek Sui-Kion Adrian Mrs Kwok Aie Bee Mr Lau Jin Choon, David Dr Lee Bin Xuan, Andy Miss Lee Ann Claudia Ms Lee Lay Wah, Maggie Mrs Lee-Au Ka Ling, Caroline Mr Lee Swee Chit Miss Henry, Rose Marie Kit Yee Mrs Liew-Tan Beng Tee Mr Liew Jeh Pin Mdm Salim Nora Shereen Mr Lim Eng Kiat, Martin Mr Low Kee Siong Mdm Chua Cheh Gek Mrs Ma-Lim Siew Hiang, Lesley Mr Mah Jun Jie, Jason Mdm Mok Yuen Cheng Mdm Ng Chai Hong Mdm Ng Fong Kuan

Mdm Oh Chui Yian, Jeann Dr Ong Kian Chung, Benjamin Mr Pei Yuh Chieh, Samuel Miss Phang Yun Jin, Feonna Mr Pramotedham, Chavalit Mrs Quek-Tan Ai Tin Miss Shee Rae Wen Miss Shee Rae Hui Dr Si-Hoe Shi Ming, Sammi Mdm Sng Pei Pei, Rensie Mdm Soh Liling Mr Soh Ser Huat, Ranny Ms Soong I-Ping Mr Tan Aik Chong, Jonathan Dr (Mrs) Tan-Tay Khoon Mei Mr Tan Eng Chek, Kevin Mr Tan Wah Thong Mrs Tan-Chua Ai Mui, Amy Mdm Tan, Lisa Mdm Teoh Jen Wei, Caroline Miss Tang Lai Fong, Juni Dr Tay Khoon Hean Miss Teo Sui Yu, Natalie Mrs Cheng Wee-Kim Neo, Lily Miss Thirumalai, Poonkodi Mdm Ng Kam Leng Mr Toh Wei Jie, Lke Mr Toh Wei Sheng, Mark

Mr Wee Choong Sian, Samuel Miss Wong Jia Jia, Clarissa Mrs Yang-Ho Poh Ying, Lynette Mr Yeo Wei Lok, Andy Mr Yuen Xi Jonathan Mr Tsang Revan Miss Aw Li Ping, Acelyn Ms Chan Hui En, Megan Ms Tan Yue Ling, Gabrielle Mr Chia Jie Min, James Miss Ghows Shu Yi, Clare Ms Ho Si Ying, Teri Mr Lim Wen De, Daryl Mr Lim En Yew, Evan Miss Loo Jun Yi, Rachel Mr Lu Hong Rui, Lincoln Mrs Maxwell-Althia Hilary Mr Lim De Li, Derek Mr Ong Jing Kai, Thierry Miss Sim Li Jia, Rebecca Miss Sim Yuan Rong, Lianna Mr Tee Jia Yi, Thomas Mr Tay Hong, Theren Mr Yeow En Rui, Isaac Miss Yap Ruoh Tzu, Anissa

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P u l p i t c a l e n d a r SEASON OF EASTERTIDE, PENTECOST & HOLY TRINITY SUNDAYS – 27 MAR to 22 MAY, 2016 Sat, 30 Apr BRMC SATURDAY Holy Communion Service

• The Birth of the Early Church Rev Lawrence Chua

5pm in the Sanctuary/HC

Sun, 1 May 6th Sunday in Eastertide/Holy Communion • Living Before The Face of God • The Presence of God in Worship • Obedience [at Bt Batok]

Pastor David Ho Rev Edmund Koh Pastor Lawrence Khoo

8.30am, 10.30am, 5pm 8.30 (Upper Room/HC)/ 10.30 (Shine Forth/HC) 10.30am (BBPP)

Sat, 7 May BRMC SATURDAY Holy Communion Service • The Church Today

Rev Lawrence Chua

5pm in the Sanctuary/HC

Sun, 8 May Ascension Sunday/Mother’s Day/WSCS Sunday • God Is King! • TBC • Converted [at Bt Batok]

Rev Teresa Wilbourn Rev Wendy Watson Pastor Titus Lum

8.30am, 10.30am, 5pm 8.30 (Upper Room)/ 10.30 (Shine Forth) 10.30am (BBPP/HC)

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THE MINISTRY OF WORSHIP Communion Stewards Sat 5pm 8.30am 8.30am Upper Room 10.30am 10.30am Shine Forth 5.00pm Communion Assistants Sat 5pm 8.30am

8.30am Upper Room 10.30am

10.30am Shine Forth 5pm

Mr Mark Lim, Mrs Pong Chen-Ai, Mr Gregory Pong Little Toes Ms Rachel Koh and Mr Khoo Boo Tiong Mustard Seeds Mr & Mrs Ceasar Tan, Mrs Marilyn Soh Mr & Mrs Kenneth KT Tan Mr Lionel Ong, Mr Gregory Pong, Mrs Pong Chen Ai, Mrs Ong Chen An, Ms Corinne Teo Mr Benjamin BC Tan, Mr Richard Khoo, Mr James Khoo, Mr Andrew Yap, Mr Eric Low, Mr John Goh, Dr Benedict Chong, Mr Vincent Thong Mr Edward Ong, Mrs Chay Swee Hwa, Mrs Hui Mei Ling, Dr Nicholas Ghows, Mr Tay Kim Hock, Dr Ruth J Chan, Ms Alice Chua, Mrs Joy Quek Mr Michael Tan, Mr Loke Beng Fong, Mr Lim Siong Guan, Mr Eric Teo TC, Mr Lui Chong Chee, Mr Arthur Lang, Ms Darrell Lee, Mr Eric Teo YH Ms Corinne Teo, Mr Daniel Long, Mr Darren Huan, Mr Mervyn Fong, Mr Tan Khye Suan, Mr Mark Wee Mr Lim Wee Chiong, Mr Chan Kai Yau, Mr Sia Kheng Hong, Mr Ang Hock Kheng, Mr Lim Yu Chiang, Mrs Evelyn Teoh

PA Technicians Sat 5pm 8.30am, 10.30am, 5pm; 8.30am Upper Room; 10.30am Shine Forth

Mr Jek Kian Yee and Mr Cecil Lee PA Crew

Floral Stewards Ms Teo Peck Tin and Team

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THE MINISTRY OF WORSHIP Musicians Sat 5.00pm 8.30am 8.30am Upper Room 10.30am 10.30am Shine Forth 5pm

Mrs Dilys Lee Mrs Toh Ju-Ling (Organist) and 8.30 Choir Upper Room Worship Team Mrs Joy Balakrishnan (Keyboardist) Shine Forth Worship Team 5pm Music Team & Mrs Toh Ju-Ling

Ushers Sat 5.00pm 8.30am 8.30am Upper Room 10.30am 10.30am Shine Forth 5pm

Mrs Peggy Leong, Mr Mark Lim, Mr Glenn Tan, Mr John Tan, Ms Serene Liang Mr Nicky Lim, Mrs Jenny Hay, Mr & Mrs Roger Tan, Mr Tommy Goh, Mr Wong Wing Kwong, Mr Andreas Handayanto, Mrs Yvonne Ow, Mr Martin Lim, Mr David Wong, Ms Ruth Seah, Mr James Chang Mrs Anna Ong, Ms Rachel Koh, Ms Evon Phua, Mr Gabriel Koh, Ms Alice Chang, Ms Rosalind Ong, Ms Ng Lay Cheng, Ms Deborah Chew Ms Kim Gee, Prof Lim Chwee Teck, Mr Kevin Auyong, Mr Adrian Khoo, Dr Serene Chee, Mr Shentley Tan, Ms Eileen Ho Mr Raymond Woo, Ms Foo Li Wen, Mr Kevin Yap, Mrs Chin Chay Joo Mrs Ong Chen Kee, Mrs Lim Lee Lian, Ms Lim Suu Kuan, Mrs Irene Cheong, Mrs Evelyn Tan, Mr Pang Tit Keong, Ms Diana Ng, Ms Lian Ying Ying

Greeters 8.30am 8.30 Upper Room 10.30am 5pm

Mr Benjamin BC Tan and Mr Eric Low Mr Edward Ong and Ms Rachel Koh Mr Michael Tan and Mr Eric Teo TC Mr Lim Wee Chiong and Mr Chan Kai Yau

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