Mental Health

Finding it hard to stay home? 5 tips for positive mental health while social distancing

I’m not sure about you, but social distancing spells the complete opposite of what I’m used to. Being an extrovert, my schedule is usually packed with meeting people. But as the COVID-19...

Family

Not allowed to meet your church friends? Youth pastors share handles on sticky family conversations

As all worship services in churches will be suspended from today until April 30, small groups have become the main source of fellowship for many. However, some of you might have parents who...

Missions

We shouldn’t be back here, say missionaries whose ministries were disrupted by COVID-19

Whether they returned because of family or ministry leaders, these 3 young missionaries have something in common. Something greater than the fear of COVID-19 brought them home. However, the decision...

Music

“Everything will be just fine, tomorrow or someday”: Singer-songwriter Mersie’s “Lullaby” for those who worry

I still remember the warm feeling and comfort of being coaxed to sleep as a young child. The soothing humming of my mother’s voice and the gentle patting of her hand on my side. As a songwriter, I...

Church Life

Pastors, need help getting your sermon on video? Can we help? #ProjectPublishPeace

With new regulations forced by the spread of COVID-19, Church services have all gone online, with gatherings now limited to not more than 10 people. However, not all Churches have a) the video crew...

Real Life, Real People

Crisis as an opportunity: Lessons from Case 227 when he revealed his identity

Despite the 631 COVID-19 cases we have in Singapore to date, not much is known about these patients. Identities are kept confidential and they are only referred to as case numbers even in the...

Church Life

When community becomes a distant concept

Not too long ago, we wouldn’t think twice as we walked into our church service hall, conveniently plonking ourselves down in the seat adjacent to a friend, acquaintance or newcomer. There was...

How-tos & Handles

How to use Google Hangouts for your online cell groups: One House, many (virtual) rooms

Are you one of those who has had to take your weekly worship services and cell group gatherings online? Let’s not give up meeting together when we can easily do this from our own rooms, thanks...

How-tos & Handles

How to use Zoom for your online cell groups: One House, many (virtual) rooms

In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, Zoom has become a primary social platform for millions of people worldwide – from students to working professionals. But did you know that you can also use...