1. INTERNATIONAL CLUB - ENGLISH CONVERSATION CLASS
ACC International Club will be conducting free English Conversation Classes for foreign nationals. If you’re interested to participate as a student or a teaching volunteer, please contact sakura at sayumijoyin@yahoo.com.sg
Dates     :  14 Aug 09, Friday; 28 Aug 09, Friday
Time       :  7.45pm - 9.15pm
Open to all. No age limitations.
All nationalities.

2. THE ALIVE PATHWAY PROGRAMME CLASS ON 5th AUGUST
Pastor invites you to join him as he teaches The ALIVE Basics.
Time      : 7.30pm to 9.30pm
Venue   : Church Training Room
Please contact Clarence at hockey@alivecommunity.net to confirm attendance.
You may also drop him a mail if you have any queries.

3. MANDARIN SERVICE ON FIRST & THIRD WEEK OF EVERY MONTH
Dates     :  2nd & 16th August 2009 (Sunday)
Time      :  10.00am to 11.00am
Venue    :  Church Office, Tweenies Room.

4. FESTIVAL OF PRAISE 2009
Dates    :  31st July, Friday to 2nd August, Sunday at 730pm
Venue   :  Singapore Indoor Stadium.
Go to http://www.festivalofpraise.org.sg/

5. DAY OF HIS POWER – A LOVE SINGAPORE CONCERT PRAYER
Date       :  7th August, Friday.
Venue    :  Singapore Indoor Stadium
Time      :  7:30pm
Please note that will be no Combined Prayer meeting this Sunday. ACC Saints are encouraged to pray with saints from other churches at the Singapore Indoor Stadium. Let’s unite & intercede for Singapore as our nation turns 44.
Go to http://www.lovesingapore.org.sg/

6. FILIPINO FELLOWSHIP EVERY SECOND & THIRD WEEK IF EVERY MONTH
Dates    :   9th & 16th August (Sunday)
Time      :  1.30pm to 2.30pm
Venue   :  Church Training Room

7. TABERNACLE OF JOY EVENTS
A.  Colors Seminar by Sis Marlo Spidle will teach on discovering our strengths to build rapport with people.
Date       :  10 August, Monday
Time      :  10.00am to 3.00pm
Venue    :   Level 5 Chinatown Point.
Registration fee of $5 is applicable.

B.  School of Scripture by Rev Raymond Woodward
Dates     :  17 August, Monday to 19 August, Wednesday
Time       :  7.30pm
Venue     :  Level 5 Chinatown Point.
For more details, do visit http://tabjoy.org/

8. PAYMENT FOR PARENTS APPRECIATION NITE
For those who have not paid, kindly make payment for the Parents Appreciation Nite dinner to Hwee Ling or drop it into the offering bag on Sunday. (Kindly put it in an envelope & indicate that the payment is for the Parents Appreciation dinner)

9. UPCOMING COUNSELLING PROGRAMMES
A.  Counselling Practice
Tentatively scheduled on 27th Aug to 12th Nov, Thursdays.

B.  Certificate in Counselling
Tentatively scheduled on 25th  Aug to 10th Nov 2009, Tuesdays.
There are special grants that may help to defray the cost of these programmes.
Kindly contact Clarence at hockey@alivecommunity.net if you have any enquiries and for registration.

"Rejoice with those who rejoice, and weep with those who weep. Be of the same mind toward one another. Do not set your mind on high things, but associate with the humble. Do not be wise in your opinion." Romans 12:15 (NKJV)

When Job mourned about his loss of children, wealth, and health, his friends gathered at his place to keep him company so that he did not have to mourn alone. There is comfort when friends gather to give the grieving person moral support, but that form of solace was shattered into a thousand shards of glass when Job’s ‘friends’ started to become wise in their own opinion and accused Job of not confessing hidden sins. The apostle Paul probably had that in his mind when he wrote Romans 12:15.

Everyone faces emotional stress that can range from mild burn-out to the loss of a family member. Although God is always beside us to hear about our woes, He also wants us to have friends who are willing to lend a listening ear. All they have to do is to listen intently, empathise with our pain, and seal their lips against saying words too quickly. However, most of us make the common mistake of jumping too quickly to give a solution, form an unfair opinion, or judge too quickly; we stop listening and we want our voices to be heard above the cacophony of the ‘mourner’s’ raging emotions. It is just as bad to leave the ‘mourner’ by himself/herself to grief and mull over an issue. Is it so hard to offer comfort and encouragement to someone who is in distress?

In the art of wholesome living, the apostle Paul tells us to rejoice with those who rejoice and mourn with those who mourn. It can be inferred that disharmony arises when we become a wet blanket to those who rejoice or when we neglect the welfare of those who mourn. And instead of being full of ourselves and wise in our own opinions, we are to be humble and associate with those who are in need, considering no one better than another.

Here’s a note to those who are weeping in the midst of a difficult situation, "Weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning."

1. YOUTH MINISTRY MEETINGS – JAM SESSION !
Ever wondered why Christians are always jumping, dancing and singing songs of praise to God?
What does it really means to worship God in spirit and in truth?
Find out in this live jamming session!!!
Event  : Jamming Session!
Date    : 19th July 2009 (Sun)
Time   : 2.45pm sharp
Venue : Church Auditorium
For more information on youth matters, please contact Hwee Ling @ 9451 7787.

2. FILIPINO FELLOWSHIP EVERY SECOND & THIRD WEEK IF EVERY MONTH
Dates    :  19th of July & 9th August (Sunday)
Time     :  1.30pm to 2.30pm
Venue   :  Church Training Room

3 THE ALIVE PATHWAY PROGRAMME CLASS ON 22ND JULY
Pastor invites you to join him as he teaches The ALIVE Basics.
Time    : 7.30pm to 9.30pm
Venue  : Church Training Room
Please contact Clarence at hockey@alivecommunity.net to confirm attendance.
You may also drop him a mail if you have any queries.

4. YOUTH MINISTRY’S MOVIE AFTERNOON
Join us for a good time of movie, snacking and sharing!
Date      : 25th July 2009, Saturday
Time      : 2.45pm sharp
Venue    : Auditorium

5. PAYMENT FOR PARENTS APPRECIATION NITE
For those who have not paid, kindly make payment for the Parents Appreciation Nite dinner to
Hwee Ling or drop it into the offering bag on Sunday.

6. MANDARIN SERVICE ON FIRST & THIRD WEEK OF EVERY MONTH
Dates    :  2nd & 16th August 2009 (Sunday)
Time     :  10.00am to 11.00am
Venue   :  Church Office, Tweenies Room.

7. DAY OF HIS POWER – A LOVE SINGAPORE CONCERT PRAYER
Date    : 7th August, Friday.
Venue    : Singapore Indoor Stadium
Time    : 7:30pm
In the month of August, there will be no combined prayer as we will join the rest of the churches at the Singapore Indoor Stadium to pray for our nation. Combined prayer will resume on the first Sunday of September. Prayer booklets are still available if you need a copy.

8. UPCOMING COUNSELLING PROGRAMMES
A.  Counselling Practice
Tentatively scheduled on 27th Aug to 12th Nov, Thursdays.

B.  Certificate in Counselling
Tentatively scheduled on 25th  Aug to 10th Nov 2009, Tuesdays.
There are special grants that may help to defray the cost of these programmes.
Kindly contact clarence at hockey@alivecommunity.net if you have any enquiries and register.
You can follow the link.

Read Psalm 37:1-9
"Do not fret because of evil men or be envious of those who do wrong; for like grass they will soon wither, like green plants they will soon die away." (v.1-2)
 
I had every reason to feel pitiful, bitter, and angry when my bicycle was stolen. I had saved up for it, waited for a good time to purchase it - a time which, I believe, was arranged by God, had many good thrills on my bicycle, and it was dependable for travelling over many distances. Just when I was going to retrieve it for another peaceful ride back home, my heart sank, like a millstone dropped in an ocean, when the parking lot was empty. The severed cable lock was left at the scene of crime as a signature of the thief’s handiwork. What a cruel blow it was to me!
 
As I sat down in a daze, the Lord reminded me of the verses from Psalm 37 which He had prompted me to copy on paper that afternoon. It was a memorable lesson about God as the defender of the afflicted.

• I don’t have to allow my courage to be shaken because of what a criminal had done to me and I don’t have to be envious of his profit; because he will not prevail for long as God puts a stop to his crime spree (v.1-2).
• I can continue to believe in Jesus and press on in doing good things to all people. As I dwell in His presence, I am secure and assured that He will meet the desires of my heart (v.3-4).
• As I commit myself to the Lord, He will cause the people around me to notice my righteousness and He will uphold the cause of holy living that I had been fighting for, thus becoming an effective witness to Him (v.5-6).
• No matter how bad the situation is, no matter how dull the circumstance may seem, no matter how venomous the threats may sound, be still and wait for the Lord; it is only a matter of time before God manifests His plans (v.7).
• Neither vengeance nor wrath in human hands can prevail; so just believe that the Lord will deal with the perpetrator accordingly. Also do not be anxious, because nothing good comes out of it (v.8).
• God promises permanent residence in His peaceful abode to those who hope in Him, but doom to the unrepentant sinner. The evil man will not live long to continue in his crimes.

Are you caught in an unfair situation? Then believe in the promises of the Lord Jesus, for they bring a more lasting comfort than any satisfaction that can be gained from vengeance. Rather than shake your angry fists at God and cry out, "Why, God, why?" (not that there is anything wrong with expressing your frustration to Him), open your palms and raise them up to Him and say, "How great You are, O Lord. I know that You are not blind to my situation. You can do more than what I can ever imagine." Although our flesh may feel like lashing back at our enemies or crumple under their mockery, we can choose to walk in the Spirit just as Jesus walked. Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, and continue steadfastly in prayer (Romans 12:12)

1. FISHERS OF MEN : 17TH JULY “ SOCCER NITE! ”
In need of a workout for your legs?? Join us for a night of soccer. Re-live the days where you could dribble, kick, shoot, cross, volley & more… Friends & "foes" are ALL warmly welcome.
Time: 6.00pm to 9.00pm Friday night
Venue: Leng Kee CC (Nearest MRT: Redhill)

LENG KEE CC
Address          : 400 LENGKOK BAHRU, Singapore 159049 Show Map
Contact No.     : 64735007
Fax No.           : 64736450
Operating Hours   : 09:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Payment Hours    : 09:30 AM - 09:30 PM
How To Get Here  : REDHILL MRT STATION BUS 33, 32, 64 132,51, 186, 111, 63, 139

2. BLESSED BIRTHDAY FOR OUR JULY-BORN SAINTS!!
1. Nelly Joy Batuto
2. Moncy Mathew
3. Randy Alayon
4. Eileen Ong
5. Xin Yi
6. Cynthia
7. Eliada Hwee Ling
8. Ellis Lai
9. Siew Choon
10. Louis
11. Joyce Ang
12. Fely Villaroza Aluag
13. Chia Wen
14. Brandon Lee Han Long
15. Benjamin Mathew
16. Neil Tang
17. Ho Wei Jun
18. Rachel Chan Rui En
19. Jireh Tay
 
3. YOUTH MINISTRY MEETINGS 1
Do you care for an Ah Meng as a grandma? Or an orang utan for a grandpa?
We will be watching a humourous teaching video by Dr. Kent Hovind. He will explain why the Big Bang and other evolution theories violate many known laws of science. The earth is not as old as we think it to be based on 20 scientific indicators which will be discussed in this light hearted video.

Event: Creation Science video by Dr. Kent Hovind
Date: 12th July 2009 (Sun)
Time: After service*
Venue: Church Office
*We will be having lunch together immediately after service. Food will be served at a minimum charge.

4. YOUTH MINISTRY MEETINGS 2
Ever wondered why Christians are always jumping, dancing and singing songs of praise to God? What does it really means to worship God in spirit and in truth? Find out in this live jamming session!!!
Event  : Jamming Session
Date    : 19th July 2009 (Sun)
Time   : 2.45pm sharp
Venue : Church Auditorium
For more information on youth matters, please contact Hwee Ling @ 9451 7787.

5. BOARDGAMES DONATION FOR YOUTH MINISTRY
The youth ministry is looking for boardgames which we can play during our activities. So if you have any interesting boardgames, other than  Monopoly, we welcome you to donate it to us. For donation of boardgames, please bring to church office and pass them to Hwee Ling.

6. PAYMENT FOR PARENTS APPRECIATION NITE
For those who have not paid, kindly make payment for the Parents Appreciation Nite dinner to Hwee Ling or drop it into the offering bag on Sunday.

7. UPCOMING COUNSELLING PROGRAMMES
A.  Counselling Practice
Tentatively scheduled on 27th Aug to 12th Nov, Thursdays.

B.  Certificate in Counselling
Tentatively scheduled on 25th  Aug to 10th Nov 2009, Tuesdays. There are special grants that may help to defray the cost of these programmes. Kindly contact clarence at hockey@alivecommunity.net if you have any enquiries and register. You can follow the link.

8. MANDARIN SERVICE ON FIRST & THIRD WEEK OF EVERY MONTH
Dates    :  19th July 2009 (Sunday)
Time     :  10.00am to 11.00am
Venue   :  Church Office, Tweenies Room.

9. FILIPINO FELLOWSHIP EVERY SECOND & THIRD WEEK IF EVERY MONTH
Dates    :  12th & 19th of July (Sunday)
Time     :  1.30pm to 2.30pm
Venue   :  Church Training Room

10. THE ALIVE PATHWAY PROGRAMME CLASS ON 15TH JULY
Pastor invites you to join him as he teaches The ALIVE Basics.
Time    : 7.30pm to 9.30pm
Venue  : Church Training Room
Please contact Clarence at hockey@alivecommunity.net to confirm attendance.
You may also drop him a mail if you have any queries.

11. INTERNATIONAL CLUB – ENGLISH CONVERSATION CLASS
ACC International Club are conducting free English Conversation Classes for foreign nationals. If you’re interested to participate as a student or a Teaching volunteer, please contact Sakura at sayumijoyin@yahoo.com.sg  Open to all. No age limitations. All nationalities.
Date: 17th July, Friday nights.
Time: 7.45pm - 9.15pm