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Vicar’s write 3/4 March 2018
Here in St James’ Church, it is our eager desire that “Everyone Matters; Everyone Discipled” becomes a reality as we are empowered by the Holy Spirit to be sanctified and participate in the fulfillment of the Great Commission and usher in the return of our LORD and Savior Jesus Christ!
By Revd Chua Siang Guan, March 4, 2018
Vicar’s write 10/11 February 2018
It has been a while since I last wrote and I thought I would give you some updates and share some thoughts on the upcoming season of Lent…
By Revd Chua Siang Guan, February 11, 2018
Farewell Reflections from Rev Peter Chen
Rosalind and I also thank the SJC community for your warmth and care. May God empower us to do what He has intended us to do and may SJC grow from glory to glory.
By Revd Peter Chen, December 17, 2017
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Vicar’s write 16/17 September 2017
Our vision for SJC is to be a Crossroads Church of Spirit-empowered disciples; may the Gospel be sounded out as we bring all things under the rule and Lordship of Jesus.
By Revd Chua Siang Guan, September 17, 2017
Vicar’s write 26/27 August
Let us go beyond the prayers we have offered to God over the weeks and remember these our brethren who are suffering and bring them hope to know they are not forgotten as disaster after disaster strikes this nation.
By Revd Chua Siang Guan, August 26, 2017
Vicar’s write 19/20 August 2017
Whether you are considering presenting your child for baptism or were baptized as a child and not yet confirmed, may God lead you to make a decision to be baptised / confirmed as you receive His grace given freely.
By Revd Chua Siang Guan, August 20, 2017
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Vicar’s write 15/16 July 2017
This is the sole reason why we jumped on the opportunity to host this course in SJC as a way of celebrating our 40th anniversary
By Revd Chua Siang Guan, July 16, 2017
Vicar’s write 1/2 July
Get hold of your LoveSingapore’s 40 Day fast & prayer guide today if you have not done so. Let us join Singapore to pray for our beloved nation even as we see a thickening darkness swirling and enveloping the world.
By Revd Chua Siang Guan, July 2, 2017
Vicar’s write 17/18 June
To prepare ourselves to receive all that God wants to bless us with, may I encourage you to do some advance reading in preparation, personal study and listening to God’s Holy Spirit.
By Revd Chua Siang Guan, June 18, 2017
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Vicar’s write 21 May
Thank God for a very joyous culmination to REJOICE as we REMEMBER God’s faithfulness at the SJC40 celebration service cum dinner at the Singapore EXPO on 30th Apr 2017.
By Revd Chua Siang Guan, May 21, 2017
Vicar’s write 11/12 March
2017 marks 40 years of the life of SJC; it is indeed an exciting year as we end one generation and move into another.
By Revd Chua Siang Guan, March 12, 2017
Vicar’s write 1 January
May God help us celebrate with all our might in His grace and goodness; until we and the whole world are found in Christ and transformed be like Jesus, to the glory of God! We will end 2017 with thanksgiving as a parish that by grace we have grown and continue to do so till Jesus comes back again.
By Revd Chua Siang Guan, January 1, 2017
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Vicar’s write 10/11 December 2016
Finally, let us thank God for a wonderful opportunity to grow in love for the brethren.
By Revd Chua Siang Guan, December 11, 2016
Vicar’s write 19/20 November 2016
Shalom, before the hectic year-end activities pile up, I write to introduce the recommended book for cell groups in 2017.
By Revd Chua Siang Guan, November 20, 2016
Vicar’s write 9 October
We continue to improve facilities to serve our growing ministry needs.Thank you for your patience, prayers and partnership in the gospel.
By St. James' Church, October 9, 2016
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Vicar’s write 18 September 2016
“The time is now’ for us to remember, rejoice and respond to God as we are changed from one degree of glory to another daily.”
That was the ending sentence to my last Vicar’s write in May 2016, looking forward to SJC40!By Revd Chua Siang Guan, September 18, 2016
Vicar’s write 28/29 May 2016
“The time is now” for us to remember, rejoice and respond to God as we are changed from one degree of glory to another daily.
By Revd Chua Siang Guan, May 29, 2016
Vicar’s write 6 March 2016
LOVE is the defining mark of a disciple and there are many practical opportunities to practice this even as God blesses St James’ Church.
By Revd Chua Siang Guan, March 6, 2016
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Bishop’s Pastoral Letter for Ash Wednesday
It has been just over a month into 2016 and we have gotten off to a busy start with the solar and lunar years so close to each other. In God’s grace,
By Bishop Rennis, February 14, 2016
Vicar’s write 30/31 January
The ONE thing is clear for us; all we do in church is focused on discipleship and I thank God that He is ever patient with us as we continue to map this out for St James’.
By Revd Chua Siang Guan, January 31, 2016
The SJC Staff Team Retreat to Align in Unity
As we closed the retreat, we recognized that each of us was called by God at different times and in different ways. But one thing remains – we are all called to be part of the SJC Staff Team to minister, glorifying God in the different areas where He has placed us.
By Soh Ting Ai, January 17, 2016
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Vicar’s write 3 January 2016
2016 may be very challenging; but let us cling to God and His revealed word. The Bible is eternal and every word of the sovereign God will come to pass. We read the newspapers to pray but let us read the Word of God to shape and transform our mind.
By Revd Chua Siang Guan, January 3, 2016
Vicar’s write 27 December 2015
THANK YOU! My family and I wish you a Blessed Advent and Christmas 2015!
By Revd Chua Siang Guan, December 27, 2015
Vicar’s write 20 December 2015
Do welcome Carolin & Revd Peter Chen to the staff team and remember them and their families in prayer as they serve us in St James’ Church.
By Revd Chua Siang Guan, December 20, 2015
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Vicar’s write 6 December 2015
Advent is upon us; we are reminded of the Lord’s imminent return and with it the urgent need to preach the Gospel.
By Revd Chua Siang Guan, December 6, 2015
Bible Reading Plan - December
The following Bible reading plan is designed to take you through the Old and New Testaments in two years, and through the Psalms and Proverbs four times during that period.
By St James' Church, November 30, 2015
A letter from Mikayla Yap in Lat Krabang, Thailand
Hello Friends and Family of SJC!
My name is Mikayla Yap and I just turned 3 years old. I was born in Thailand because my daddy and mummy are missionaries there.By Mikayla Yap, November 15, 2015
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The #RetireLazarus Story
Lazarus is a very old van who is a loyal friend to the children in Bethlehem House. The children who stay at Bethlehem House have no mummies and daddies to look after them or bring them here and there.
By Lazarus' friends, November 8, 2015
Vicar’s write 1 November 2015
We thank God for Milk x Honey @ SJC, conceived as a Third Place when we started one year ago in October 2014. What is a Third Place?
By Revd Chua Siang Guan, November 1, 2015
Bible Reading Plan - November
The following Bible reading plan is designed to take you through the Old and New Testaments in two years, and through the Psalms and Proverbs four times during that period.å
By St James' Church, October 31, 2015
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Vicar’s write 25 October
Thank you children for leading the way and may we as parents and Church rise up to do what God commands in Psalm 78.
By Revd Chua Siang Guan, October 25, 2015
Bible Reading Plan - October
The following Bible reading plan is designed to take you through the Old and New Testaments in two years, and through the Psalms and Proverbs four times during that period.
By St James' Church, September 30, 2015
Vicar’s write 27 September 2015
The SJC Crossroad Vision will lead us into Mission Month in November 2015 and as we enter Advent 2015 (December) and a new Christian year, we want to get ready to welcome the return of Jesus!
By Revd Chua Siang Guan, September 27, 2015
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Bible Reading Plan - September
The following Bible reading plan is designed to take you through the Old and New Testaments in two years, and through the Psalms and Proverbs four times during that period.
By St James' Church, August 31, 2015
Vicar’s write 30th August
As a church, I know God is teaching us how to be missional; SJC has been generous but what is the next lesson you wish to teach us Lord, as you bring us into a deeper walk of faith?
By Revd Chua Siang Guan, August 30, 2015
Vicar’s write 16 August
“Take my life and let it be; consecrated Lord to Thee!” This well-loved line from a familiar hymn is resounding in my head this morning as I reflect on Ivan Lim and his dear wife Corrine’s life journey.
By Revd Chua Siang Guan, August 16, 2015
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Bible Reading Plan - August
The following Bible reading plan is designed to take you through the Old and New Testaments in two years, and through the Psalms and Proverbs four times during that period.
By St James' Church, July 31, 2015
Vicar’s write 25/26 July : “Back to the basics” – the Anglican rite of Confirmation
Looking forward to the joyous day when Bp John Tan lays hands on those to be confirmed. May God add to His church Holy Spirit filled disciples for His glory here in St. James’.
By Revd Chua Siang Guan, July 26, 2015
Vicar’s write 11/12 July
The past 2 weeks had zoomed by like a whirlwind; a meaningful farewell service for Terry where 700 plus attended.
By Revd Chua Siang Guan, July 12, 2015
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Bible Reading Plan - July
The following Bible reading plan is designed to take you through the Old and New Testaments in two years, and through the Psalms and Proverbs four times during that period.
By St James' Church, June 30, 2015
Vicar’s write 28 June
It is our prayer that every parish and church in Singapore will discover their sense of place and purpose in this city.
By Revd Canon Terry Wong, June 28, 2015
Vicar’s write 13/14 June
Lastly, pray for those 24 preparing for baptism on 12th July; a new beginning for them in calling SJC their home!
By Revd Chua Siang Guan, June 14, 2015
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Bible Reading Plan - June
The following Bible reading plan is designed to take you through the Old and New Testaments in two years, and through the Psalms and Proverbs four times during that period.
By St James' Church, May 31, 2015
Why I need Revival…
We are called to plant by faith a revival of Word and sacrament; infused by the Holy Spirit.
By Revd Chua Siang Guan, May 24, 2015
Vicar’s write 23/24 May
As the Leaders Conference draws near, if some of you are still undecided, decide to be there. For those already coming, prepare your hearts.
By Revd Canon Terry Wong, May 24, 2015
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Vicar’s write 16/17 May
“Father make us one; Jesus make us one; Holy Spirit make us one!” This was the heartfelt prayer and declaration Father Raniero Catalamessa led after a pregnant silence of 5 minutes during the Alpha Leadership Conference 2015.
By Revd Chua Siang Guan, May 17, 2015
Vicar’s write 2/3 May
There are many other lessons from SaRang that the pastoral team, staff and I will be discussing and praying over in the coming months.
By Revd Chua Siang Guan, May 3, 2015
Bible Reading Plan - May
The following Bible reading plan is designed to take you through the Old and New Testaments in two years, and through the Psalms and Proverbs four times during that period.
By St James' Church, April 30, 2015
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Vicar’s write 25/26 April
Attending seminars like this is not about trying to copy yet another programme. It is about us pastors seeking God for His will and obeying Him in our own vineyard.
By Revd Canon Terry Wong, April 26, 2015
Vicar’s write 18/19 April
If we are to continue to grow without burning or hollowing out, we need to go beyond superficial symbols and “KPIs” of success and treasure what makes a church a church. That will be my prayer for SJC and may you continue to thrive as a Christian community till He comes again.
By Revd Canon Terry Wong, April 19, 2015