Bethany Updates. . . Posted by Bethany Ministries , Tuesday, December 13, 2011 at 3:54 PM, in

It has been ages since we last updated the blog and few events were taken place over the months. Praise God for His abundant blessings over Bethany!

Discipleship School on Saturday night.

Group picture of Bethany members after Sunday service.

Now let's see what happened over the past few months. . .

JUNE

GAWAI BBQ FELLOWSIP NIGHT.

It was a night to just chill out and get to know new friends. Had fun bbq! 

FATHERS' DAY

Fathers' Day falls on the third week of June, and a lot of times people tend to forget that. Bethany gave all the fathers a little present as an act of gratitude and love during the Sunday service. We appreciate their hard work and support all these while.

Let us learn to appreciate our fathers not only on Fathers' Day but also in everyday of our lives. 

GAWAI FOOD PARCEL

Gawai is another festive that celebrated among the Native. Before the festive, Bethany actually found out that there are a few poor Native families in village that couldn't even afford to celebrate Gawai. For your information, in every family there is an disabled member and the family spend most of their money on their medication. Food parcel was organized to help them, thanks to different ones for their contributions to bless the family. This is how we help the needy ones, not only supporting them in meeting their needs but also get a step closer to understand their family backgrounds and situations.

Sorted out the food and packed into different boxes according to different families' need.

One of the families that we went.

*We didn't post up the disable families pictures in order to respect the families member. If you want to know more information, you can always call Bethany Home (082-342627)  in office hours.

AUGUST

SERUAN MERDEKA

This event was held on 31st of August-National Day. It is a good opportunity to thank God for our nation by having worship celebration with the brothers and sisters in Christ from different villages. Bethany was given the privilege to take part in the event in EaglesWing, Lundu to serve, worship and celebrate with the rest of the villagers. 

Worship and presentation.

Giving away free drinks.


OCTOBER


MURAL PAINTING COMPETITION

Bethany Ministries organized "Kuching and the Logos Hope Experience" Mural Painting Competition where around 100 participants took part. The purpose of this event is to decorate the 360 feet walkaway where the Logos Hope will disembark and be an attraction throughout the three weeks during which Logos Hope is opened to the public from all walks of life, of course this also allows the participants to express their skills, talents and creativities as a team during the mural painting competition. 

It was raining half-way through the competition but that didn't pull down the spirit of teamwork!

Group picture of winners with the Captain.

Thanks to all the sponsors-Murobond, KKB Engineering Bhd, Borneo Adventures, Trinity Book Room, Hai Soon Concrete Sdn. Bhd and those who gave secretly. 

Mother's Day at Bethany.. Posted by Bethany Ministries , Thursday, May 19, 2011 at 11:53 AM, in

Mother's Day is celebrated world over in the effort to show gratitude to mothers all everywhere; it is no different in Bethany. On the 8th of May, we incorporated a little something for our mothers into our weekly Sunday service as a token of our love and gratitude towards them:

Uncle Mark saying a prayer for the Mothers in our midst

A little gift prepared for our Mothers

Mother's Day is just another opportunity to display our love and gratitude towards our caring mothers; for their undying love and presence with us, even before we set foot in this world. In the words of the great Politician, President, and Philosopher, Abraham Lincoln, "All that I am or I ever hope to be, I owe to my angel Mother."

Word Out!! Posted by Bethany Ministries , Tuesday, April 19, 2011 at 1:15 PM, in

Bethany Ministries has been in operation for the past 9 years; expanding across the borders of race, culture, and even geography. Last week,  we were given the opportunity to exhibit a bit of what we do as a ministry to serve the community around us here in Kuching, Sarawak. A team of us went up to Penang to set-up a booth at the 'Transform Our City Together' Exhibition, held at the Kompleks Masyarakat Penyayang, Penang. It was awesome, to say the least!!

                                                   

 

We had a great time at the exhibition, where we were also able to build valuable connections with other ministries and organisations. Ultimately though, when we look back on the 9 years past, we know we have lots to be grateful to God for; and all we have done and continue to do is really because of His faithfulness, and for His glory alone. To many more years ahead!!

Results!! Posted by Bethany Ministries , Monday, March 28, 2011 at 3:04 PM, in

The SPM and STPM results are out!! It's been an anxious wait for most; sleepless nights beckoned by the sense of curiosity and worry. Well, all that is finally over, and without a doubt, there is a great sense of relief and gratitude flowing from the students. Here are what some of the students have to say:

"I am very pleased with my SPM results as it is the best I have achieved in my higher secondary education. I am especially pleased with my English results that have improved so much since I started coming to Bethany Home. Ultimately, I have God to thank for my results!!" - Ng. Tsae Chiann, 18 

"My STPM results are very unexpected, as I did not expect such good results. I tried my best, and left the rest to God; and today I have Him to thank for His blessings." - Grace Lymie, 20

"I am pleased with my SPM results. Before sitting for the papers, I prayed that I would be able to sit where I would not be disturbed or distracted; and God answered my prayers. I was allocated a seat at the back, in the corner;  and I was able to do my exams well!! I am especially happy with my English results, which I was a bit concerned about. I thank God for His goodness towards me!!" - Lee Yau, 18  

The journey keeps going for these students, some move on to University, Teacher's College, and various higher learning institutes. As they look back on their years in school, and the way it has culminated, they see the faithfulness of God, and His goodness in their lives!! 

Bethany Home!!

Bethany Home is alive with activity once more, with an array of happenings throughout the week!!

Homework Centre

The Homework Centre has gotten off to a great start in 2011!! With a handful of students coming in on a daily basis, to do their homework, Bethany Home is buzzing with activity once more!! Here are some shots of the homework centre in progress:

Academic Assistance

The Academic Assistance classes are also underway; with a total of 4 subjects being taught on a weekly basis. The Academic Assistance program is an essential part of Bethany Ministries, and aims at aiding students in their studies. Check these out:

Bethany Home is open daily from 8.30am to 5.00pm, so do feel free to come by for an experience!!

Happy Valentine's Day!! Posted by Bethany Ministries , Monday, February 14, 2011 at 12:58 PM, in

Happy Valentine’s Day!! Our Valentine’s Day Special Service was nothing short of spectacular!! With great insightful views about love and relationships from Ps. Che Chung and wife, Pei Sing, it has already earned itself a place as one of the highlights of the year!! Here are some memories:

Full house!!

Ps. Che Chung sharing his heart..

Pei Sing with some enlightening views..

Valentine’s Day is firmly rooted in love; with links going back all the way to a certain St. Valentine and his great act of love. Thus, it is fitting that as we celebrate this ‘love-filled’ day, for us to remember the greatest act of love ever shown; in which our God sent His one and only Son, to earth; to live a man’s life and to die a criminal’s death, to take away our sins that we might have relationship with Him. "How deep the Father’s love for us; how vast beyond all measure.."

Happy Chinese New Year!! Posted by Bethany Ministries , Monday, February 7, 2011 at 1:11 PM, in

Happy Chinese New Year everyone!! Hope you had an outstanding time of reuniting, and celebrating with loved ones; as you ushered in the Lunar New Year of the Rabbit.  If you’re superstitious, the year of the rabbit is said to be the harbinger of happiness and good fortune. However, if you’re not superstitious, like us, don’t fret, it’s still going to be a good year, because we have a God who showers His blessings upon us daily!!

We at Bethany got up to a lot during the Chinese New Year period, racking up a total of 16 house visitations!! Here are some memories…

We had a blast and are looking forward to next year, when the visiting will resume, but, for now, HAPPY CHINESE NEW YEAR!! 

Enter, 2011!! Posted by Bethany Ministries , Friday, January 28, 2011 at 10:36 AM, in Labels: Bethany Ministries, Enter 2011, Our Ministries, Testimony

Year 2011 has gotten off to a bang!! 2010 was exhilarating, powerful, and awesome, to say the least; with so much that took place, but it is indefinitely exciting to be in 2011; with lots to look forward to!! So keep your ears open and eyes locked for plenty of exciting news!!

DISCIPLESHIP SCHOOL

            Discipleship School is back on the market!! From 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm every Saturday we gather to learn more about God; with inspirational worship, followed by intense teaching of the Word, it is not something that you would want to miss out on!!

SUNDAY WORSHIP SERVICE

            Sunday Worship Service is on as per normal, from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm every Sunday, and have been nothing short of impactful!! With life-changing messages and heart-warming hospitality on the cards every week, it is definitely the place to be on a Sunday morning!!

PRAYER HOUSE

Prayer is an essential part of every fellowship, and in Bethany Ministries that is no exception. Prayer House is a time when we come together to spend time in prayer. It runs from 8:00pm – 9:15pm every Wednesday. Come and join us as we lift up our church, community, and nation before God!!

Testimony

Hi, my name is Julius Ng; I am 18 years old, and am awaiting entrance into medical school in Russia. I have always believed in prayer, and its power. Today, I want to share a little testimony about how prayer has impacted my life.

A few months ago, I was praying and God gave me a vision. In the vision, I saw a heart, and on the heart there was a dot. I felt that God was saying to me that I was that dot, on the heart, and that I was in Him, and meant a lot to Him. This instance has indefinitely left a mark on my life, allowing me to feel and know that really I am precious in God’s sight!!

Julius Ng

2010 Flashback Video for Watchnight Service Posted by Bethany Ministries , at 10:25 AM, in Labels: Video