Church Life

Faith

My friend left Church because of me

All names have been changed for confidentiality. “I need a break from church and from y’all to think about what happened,” a good friend wrote in a text message to me one day. And with that...

Faith

In ministry, learn to hold loosely to whatever you create

Having served in my church’s performing arts ministry for just over three years, the single most important lesson I’ve learnt so far can be summed up in a few words my pastor shared...

Relationships

Intergenerational friendships: Doing away with demographics

Names have been changed for privacy. I got to know Aunty Emma and Uncle Glen about four years ago when we were assigned to the same ushering team. At the time, Church had two services every Sunday,...

Relationships

You might not believe it, but people are worth it

Are we as a Church taking care of people? After all, loving another as yourself is the second most important commandment we were given (Mark 12:28-31). Whatever ministry we are a part of, we...

Faith

Prayer channel or gossip channel?

“We need to pray for her,” my friend declared as she pulled a chair to sit next to me. It was almost time for cell group and we were waiting for the rest to arrive. Concerned, I asked what...

Faith

How to keep the spirit of the Reformation alive

How is your church celebrating the Reformation this year?  If you’ve been following the news, the 500th Anniversary of the Reformation – the reason the Protestant Church even exists – falls...

Faith

On the Reformation: Why should I care what happened 500 years ago?

At the heart of any reformation is the sense that the church of the time has grown stale. When the things of God which are meant to bring new life and transformation become things that enslave and...

Faith

Leading as a lady

Jennifer Heng has held various leadership positions in church, from youth pastor to Senior Pastor. She was also the volunteer Director of Dayspring New Life Centre, which aims to empower women and...

Faith

Creating with the Creator: X marks the spot

“God saw all that He had made, and it was very good.” (Genesis 1:31) You’ve been in God’s shoes. Felt the awe of creation birthed from an idea somewhere inside. The canvas is no longer blank....