The coarsening of culture

THE devil came up with an unsolicited and tempting suggestion. He urged Jesus to climb to the highest point of the temple and throw Himself down (Mt. 4:5-6). According to his devilishly shrewd logic, if Jesus was the Son of God, then God will surely command His angels to make sure that Jesus was not […]

Love and joy at this special place residents call home

Bethany Methodist Nursing Home celebrates first anniversary BETHANY Methodist Nursing Home marked its first year of operation with a party on Sept 19, 2002. The 220 residents and 120 members of the Home shared the occasion with its many volunteers — their partners in service. The Methodist Home for the Aged Sick at St George’s […]

BB plans to launch more companies in next three years

  Mentored by adult Christian BB Officers, who, through fun, challenging and meaningful BB activities, build lasting relationships with our Boys, … developing true Christian manliness and … advancing Christ’s kingdom THE Boys’ Brigade (BB) exists as a youth ministry of the church, advancing Christ’s kingdom amongst boys and developing character to achieve true Christian […]

Gems of the ACS story

Anglo-Chinese School Coleman Street circa 1895. — Methodist Church Archives picture.   THE Anglo-Chinese Schools Board of Governors (ACS BOG) is publishing a book on the history of ACS, to be aptly called “The ACS Story”. The 450-page coffee-table sized book is scheduled to be ready in the first quarter of 2003, in time for […]

Another President’s Scholar for Teo family

THERE are two Methodists who are among this year’s batch of four President’s Scholars. Teo Shiyi, 19, is a member of Paya Lebar Chinese Methodist Church, while Kevin Siew, also 19, worships at Barker Road Methodist Church. In separate interviews, they tell Methodist Message how their Christian faith has been a blessing to them.   […]

ACS (I) nets $25,000 for President’s Challenge

STAFF and students of Anglo-Chinese School (Independent) raised $25,373 for the President’s Challenge, a week-long charity event which is held every year. The bulk of this sum was raised through a “Heart Bus” – a SBS Transit bus service No. 196 plastered with colourful hearts representing donations from the 2,000 students and staff of the […]

Why human stem cells should concern us

  What is special about stem cells? THERE is nothing, it seems, quite like stem cells. They are capable of developing into any of the many cell types that make up the human body. This potential to be converted into a wide range of specialised cells is widely expected to pave the way for truly […]

Bothersome children, welcoming Lord

HAVE you ever regarded children as being very bothersome? I have and I know many who do, at least sometimes. To the poor eking out an existence, the coming of another child means another mouth to feed. To some young couples, having children means setting up impediments to reaching their goal of a high-flying career. […]

5 GMPS teachers now keen to serve less privileged

After a visit to Jakarta orphanage FIVE teachers from Geylang Methodist Primary School (GMPS) have acquired a deepening love for God and compassion for the less privileged following their return from a visit to an orphanage in Jakarta recently. The purpose of the trip was to find out more about orphanage work in Jakarta and […]

Extension block provides upgraded facilities for school

Bishop Dr Solomon being received by, from left, Mr Low, Dr Lee Li Eng, Chairman of the ACS (I) Board of Management, Mrs Tan and the Rev Paul Nga, Chaplain of Fairfield Methodist Primary School   Fairfield Primary’s 114th Founder’s Day-cum-Dedication of Block E FAIRFIELD Methodist Primary School (FMPS) celebrated its 114th Founder’s Day on […]