Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it. (Proverbs 22:6) The Bible charges the church to raise children in the knowledge and love of God. At St Mary’s, this involves ministering to the Alice Smith School Christian Fellowship (CF) and the 6th Kuala Lumpur (KL) Girls’ Brigade … Read More
Independence Day
Who or what are you seeking independence from? This month, on 31 August, our nation celebrates its momentous day of independence. Joanne Liaw sheds light on the meaning of true freedom. “Merdeka! Merdeka!” was freedom’s cryTriumphant shouts were raised high to the skyThis momentous day, no one could denyAn enacted freedom, none could defy We live in a world that … Read More
Good News of Great Joy!
Incredible news that will change your life! Have you received it? More than 350 guests, from St. Mary’s Christmas Guest Night, heard Andrew Cheah share on the good news of great joy that was announced by a multitude of angels to lowly shepherds. The event was held at the Royal Selangor Club on 12 December 2015. Joanne Liaw recounts the … Read More
What’s New at ACA?
Stanley Lee catches up with ACA’s lay pastor, Stephen Gendang, on the new ACA premise in Jalan Pahang. Where are ACA’s old and new premises? When will ACA move?ACA is currently located in a shophouse in Pandan Prima Ampang, next to TESCO Ampang. The new premises are located at Jalan Pahang and we plan to move in April or May … Read More
A Burning Passion for God’s Word
Do you find reading God’s Word a Joy or a Chore? Many young people of today exhibit a great lack of interest in God’s Word. Thus, it was encouraging to witness the enthusiasm for God’s Word among young people like Catherine Bakewell (CB) and Koay Jing Wei (JW), former members of University College Fellowship (UCF). Joanne Liaw had the privilege … Read More
Friendship
What does “friendship” mean to you? Companionship? Or something more? Based on the materials from last year’s Friendship Seminar that Sam Allberry conducted at St. Mary’s Cathedral, Joanne Liaw expounds on the meaning of friendship in poetry. This poem is dedicated to a dear friend, for her friendship in Christ. What does “friendship” mean to you?Some say, “Someone I can … Read More
Unity through Christ in Our Diversity
Sanu Tamang (back row – 7th from the left) at the recent Nepali Bible Camp in Port Dickson Though we are many, we are one body in Christ. Throughout the Bible, we are taught that God will one day unite people from every tribe, tongue and nation under His rule through His Son, Jesus Christ. To help give some insight … Read More
Never Too Young
Age is just a number. Do you agree? Let no one despise you for your youth, but set the believers an example in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, in purity. (1 Timothy 4:12) Paul told Timothy, a young pastor of the first-century church, not to let others look down on him because of his youth. No one is … Read More
Intentionally Becoming True Disciples of Christ
Gregory Kong caught up with Archbishop Ng Moon Hing, who shared his anticipation and aspirations in taking on the position as Archbishop of South East Asia on 22 February 2016. Archbishop Moon Hing, who is also the Anglican Bishop of West Malaysia, does not foresee making many significant changes as a result of his taking on the position as the … Read More
Evangelism In the Workplace
Are you often reluctant and afraid to evangelise at your Workplace? What are the challenges you face in so doing? Joanne Liaw spoke to Gary Lee who shared his personal experience of evangelising in his workplace at Shell. Describe your first experience of evangelising in the workplace.One of the very first opportunities came in the form of a presentation where … Read More