otLIVE Training Adult – 26 Apr 2025

TEACHING THE BIG PICTURE OF THE OLD TESTAMENT - Experience God’s grand story through our fun, interactive Old Testament events. Participants will leave excited to read and live out God’s Word.

Many struggle with the Old Testament—its meaning, relevance, or even how to read it. Some feel overwhelmed and give up before finishing.

What if there was a programme that could inspire Bible reading and make the Old Testament fun, clear, and unforgettable?

A certified otLIVE instructor will lead a church or group through an engaging event that brings the Old Testament to life, helping attendees grasp its key events, people, and storyline—maybe for the first time.

Facilitators:
Rev Dr Peter Poon
Rev Poon has been involved in Walk thru the Bible Ministry since 1988. Rev Poon had also served in four Presbyterian churches for over 40 years, but has since retired from full-time pastoral ministry. He is passionate about teaching and training, as well as coaching and mentoring emerging leaders.

 

Schedule and Timing:
a.      Conducted via Zoom if WiFi is stable. 1–1.5 hours with a group of 10 per lesson.
b.      Lessons can be conducted with 2 lessons per session or once a week.
c.      Or Face to face conducted over a weekend from 9 am–12:30 pm OR over 2 Saturdays for half a day each.

 

otLIVE Training (Adult)

DATE: Saturday, 26 April 2025
TIME: 9.00am–4.00pm
VENUE: Bible House (Seminar 1), 7 Armenian Street, S179932
FEE: $40

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(Registration closes on 23 April 2025)

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Equip Beyond Success: Convening Session – 20 Mar 2025

YOU ARE CORDIALLY INVITED TO JOIN THE CONVENING SESSION OF EQUIP BEYOND SUCCESS!
Transformational Leadership & Personal Development Global Initiative made available by EQUIP (Equipping Qualities Underdeveloped in People)

A contemporary 7-week leadership program established in 1990 by the world’s most influential leadership expert Dr. John C. Maxwell

John C. Maxwell is a #1 New York Times bestselling author and speaker known for his leadership expertise. He has written over 100 books, selling 26 million copies in 50 languages, and speaks annually to top business leaders. In 2014, he was named the most influential leadership expert by Business Insider and Inc.

The "Beyond Success" event focuses on personal development and leadership growth through a structured, roundtable format. Over seven lessons, participants will explore key topics that contribute to a successful and meaningful life, such as integrity, priorities, attitude, and relationships. These lessons are designed to help individuals add value to themselves and others, moving from success to significance.

This global initiative promotes personal growth through self-evaluation and action steps from Dr. John C. Maxwell’s lessons. Each session includes a video lesson from Dr. Maxwell and opportunities to hear others' insights and experiences.

Additionally, roundtables help participants develop leadership, build meaningful relationships, and create a sense of community. This simple tool enhances values, unlocks potential, strengthens teams, and promotes success at work and home.

The Structure
Roundtable Format: One hour a week shared with 8–10 friends or co-workers, focused on one leadership principle with easily applied action steps that can rapidly improve understanding of your challenges and provide clarity toward solutions for improvements. This includes round table sharing of your reflection which enables learning to take place through active listening.

Schedule and Timing:
a.      Conducted via Zoom if WiFi is stable. 1–1.5 hours with a group of 10 per lesson.
b.      Lessons can be conducted with 2 lessons per session or once a week.
c.      Or Face to face conducted over a weekend from 9 am–12:30 pm OR over 2 Saturdays for half a day each.

 

Equip Beyond Success Convening Session - Transformational Leadership Development

DATE: Thursday, 20 Mar 2025
TIME:8.00pm–10.00pm
VENUE: via ZOOM
FEE: Free Admission

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Chinese Walking Tour


Healing Presence – 22 Mar 2025

 

 

API Care and Counselling is happy to organise this workshop to help participants explore the differences between mindfulness and contemplative practices, and delve into the spiritual roots of contemplative meditation.

Over the last decade, mental health services have promoted meditation for self-care, but these practices do not typically include Christian contemplative meditation. In this workshop, led by a pastor and a clinical psychologist, participants will explore the differences between mindfulness and contemplative practices, and delve into the spiritual roots of contemplative meditation.

The workshop offers practical skills for integrating contemplation into daily self-care routines and uncovers its profound benefits for spiritual formation. Join the discussion to address common challenges in maintaining a regular contemplative practice and work towards an enriched spiritual journey of holistic wellness.

Learning Objectives:
- Understand the concept of contemplative meditation and its roots within the Christian tradition
- Understand the distinction between mindfulness and contemplative meditation practices
- Explore the physiological and psychological benefits of meditation for personal wellness, including stress reduction, emotional regulation, and increased self-awareness
- Develop skills for incorporating contemplation into daily soul-care routines

 

Who should attend:
- Christian interested in deepening their spiritual practice with contemplative meditation techniques
- Mental Health Professionals who want to incorporate contemplative practices into their therapeutic approach for Christian clients
- Church workers and leaders seeking to enhance their understanding of Christian contemplative meditation for pastoral care and spiritual guidance
- Anyone looking to improve their overall well-being through spiritual practices

 

Trainer Biographies

Pastor Choo May Eng Jodi
MTh (Theology), MDiv, GradDip (Spiritual Direction)

May Eng holds M.Div. and M.Th. degrees from Trinity Theological College, Singapore. She teaches theology and church history at the Asian Pastoral Institute, has published in theological journals, and serves as the centre pastor of Crystal Tabernacle.

Dr Matthew Lim
DClinPsy (Clinical Psychology), DPhil, GradDip (Pastoral Studies)

Matthew is a registered psychologist and clinical supervisor with the Singapore Psychological Society. He has worked in public mental health, supporting adults with severe emotional challenges and childhood adversities, integrating third-wave meditative psychotherapy.

 

Healing Presence: Contemplative Meditation for Self-care

DATE: Saturday, 22 March 2025
TIME: 9.30am–12.30pm
VENUE: Asian Pastoral Institute, 20 Aljunied Road, Singapore 389805

FEE: 60$

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Better Together – 28 Feb 2025

The 4-session workshop will explore and apply themes related to intergenerational collaboration. It will address challenges and barriers while highlighting the diverse skills and perspectives each generation brings, set within both international and local contexts.

By recognising potential pitfalls and implementing practices that foster respect, communication, and inclusivity, workplaces and non-profit churches can create environments where individuals of all ages thrive together.

Facilitator:

Dr Asia Williamson
Asia is a cofounder of One Rock International, Director of CWR Asia Every Day with Jesus as well as seminary lecturer. At Lausanne Movement: she is the Leadership Development Catalyst, seats on the Executive Team for Young Generations and has been appointed to be Issue Networks Integration Lead. She is currently writing a book on intergenerational engagement.

Allen Yeh
Allen is the Academic Dean at International Theological Seminary in Los Angeles. He holds degrees from Yale, Gordon-Conwell, Edinburgh, and Oxford. With experience in over 60 countries, he focuses on missions and cultural studies.

Event Rundown:
09.00AM – 09.30AM Morning Coffee and Welcome
09.30AM – 10.15AM Session One
10.15AM – 10.30AM Break
10.30AM – 11.15AM Session Two
11.15AM – 11.30AM Break
11.30AM – 12.15PM Session Three
12.15PM – 01.00PM Lunch Break
01.00PM – 02.30PM Session Four: Discussion and Q&A

Session One: Biblical Basis of Intergenerational Collaboration
Session Two: Barriers to Intergenerational Collaboration
Session Three: Practices for Effective Intergenerational Collaboration

Better Together: Intergenerational Collaboration – Global and Local Perspectives and Practices

DATE: Friday, 28 Feb 2025
TIME:  9.30am – 2.30pm
VENUE: Bible House (Seminar 1 and 2), 7 Armenian Street, S179932
FEE: $30

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(Registration closes on 25 Feb 2025)

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Beyond Success – 24 Feb 2025

Created by the world’s most influential leadership expert
Dr. John C. Maxwell

The "Beyond Success" event focuses on personal development and leadership growth through a structured, roundtable format. Over seven lessons, participants will explore key topics that contribute to a successful and meaningful life, such as integrity, priorities, attitude, and relationships. The lessons are designed to help individuals add value to themselves and others, moving from success to significance.

7 LESSONS
1. Attitude
2. Personal Growth
3. Priorities
4. Relationship
5. My Most Important Relationship
6. Intentions to Actions
7. Success to Significance

All sessions will be facilitated by qualified Beyond Success mentors

Beyond Success

SCHEDULE: Monday, 24 Feb 2025, 8-10pm (1st session)
The seven lessons will be conducted in 5 sessions (24 Feb, 3, 10, 17, 24 Mar 2025)

Participants must attend whole sessions in order to get a Certificate of Completion

VENUE:
via ZOOM

FEE:
Free Admission

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The Gospel of John – 13 Feb 2025

 

 

John's Gospel is unique and a great treasure. It covers many things not found in the other Gospels. Yet, Jesus is clearly revealed by a writer who knew Him well, ie. 'the disciple whom Jesus loved'. Indeed, it is only in John that the longer teachings of Jesus are recounted. Hence, the Words of Jesus are not really lost to us.

Facilitators:

Rev Dr Malcolm TH Tan
The Rev Dr Malcolm TH Tan has served as a Methodist Pastor for almost 40 years before retiring in Dec 2023. As a pastor, he was committed to teaching the Bible, a passion he continues to hold today.

 

The Gospel Series: The Gospel of John - John's Gospel as Precious Treasure

SCHEDULE: 13, 20, 27 Feb & 6, 13 Mar 2025, held every Thursday at 7–9pm
VENUE: Bible House, 7 Armenian Street, S179932
FEE: $40

 

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(Registration closes on 11 Feb 2025)

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