Will You Simply Walk Away?
This article looks back on one hand, to the beginning of time at a “most horrible and depressing day” and on the other hand, to the fulfillment of God’s promises which is the good news. Written by Dr Mona Bias, a resident faculty in biblical studies at East Asia School of Theology, it is meant to make us contemplate our relationship with the living God during this Lent season.
The 40 days of Lent 2025 begins on 5 March, Ash Wednesday and ends on 17 April, Maundy Thursday. This is then followed by Good Friday, Holy Saturday, and Resurrection Sunday. Traditionally, and during this season, Christians around the world commemorate the events leading up to the death and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. As such it is a time for self-examination and spiritual inventory accompanied by prayer, fasting, repentance, and giving.
The Fulfillment of Ancient Promises – Tetélestai
Tetélestai is a Greek term from the word teleo, which can mean “to fulfill,” “to complete,” “to end.” In the context of John 19:30, tetélestai means “it is completed” or “it is paid in full.” What is completed or paid in full? Kindly read on to find the answer to this important question.
Building Bridges to Different Faiths Workshop
Join EAST resident faculty Dr Alvin Tey for his sessions on building bridges with those of different faiths. Besides the teaching portion, it also includes Q&A time with a panel of experienced ministry practitioners. This series of #GO Equipping Workshop is free to attend and organised by Cru Singapore.
Free registration with deadline a day before each session.
MG Retreat 2025
The beginning of January traditionally begins with a Mentoring Group Retreat for the EAST Community and this year was no different, except the location has shifted from Changi Village or Katong to Loyang, still in the eastern part of Singapore. The retreat was held at the Center for Performance Transformation (CPT) Training and Camp Centre. The surroundings were lush with greenery and it was by the seaside, a perfect location where one could spend an afternoon of personal reflection time and worship God.
The meat of the retreat was having Rev Dr Chua Chung Kai share from his heart with the EAST Community. The theme was “Returning to the Way of the Master”. On the first day, he spoke on “Searching for Greatness”. He shared from the text of Mark 10:35-45 where Jesus’ disciples had argued with one another about who was the greatest, It is a natural desire in all of us to want to be somebody and there is nothing wrong with that, as every single one of us is made in the image of Jesus, made in the image of God. However, Asians tend to be less straightforward about acknowledging this desire as opposed to the Westerners. Often, we have both the wrong ideas about greatness and wrong indicators for greatness. How we measure greatness may not be how the Lord measure it.
#GO Building Bridges – Equipping Workshops
Would you like to be equipped as better bridge-builder in your everyday life and for mission trip? #GO Building Bridges – Equipping Workshops are organised by Cru SG especially for those who are preparing to go for mission trips. Join us to explore how to connect respectfully and meaningfully with people of different faiths and perspectives.
Workshops are all on selected Thursdays, 7:30-9:30 PM, onsite at Cru Singapore, 18 Verdun Road, #03-01, S207280. The instructor is Dr Alvin Tey, an Intercultural Studies Resident Faculty of East Asia School of Theology and concurrently Head of People and Organisational Development with Operation Mobilisation East Asia.
Sign-up today as registration closes on 12 January 2025!
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Christmas X Life’s Big Questions
Graphics modified from Grace Baptist Church, originally titled “Life’s Big Questions.”
The Christmas season is often a festive and busy time for most. Amidst the hustle and bustle, however, we may still be struggling with issues of life and wonder if there is lasting joy and hope. In this series of messages on Christmas and Life’s Big Questions, it seeks to address how the Bible speaks honestly about our struggles and also offers true hope and joy. This is why Christians celebrate Christmas.
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