Hey guys,
Today is the first day of the June holidays. So what are your plans for this June? Going overseas? Staying at home to slack or burying yourself in books in preparation for Dec holidays? Whatever it is don't forget about putting God with your plans!
1) CG - We are coming to the end of the A-Z Cell Program. This Friday's topic is on 'Y', 8.30pm in the Lighthouse, Lvl 4. See ya there!
2) t3 - There is an overwhelming response for t3! For those who are attending it, we are starting this Tuesday, 2 June 09 at 8pm in the Lighthouse, 4th floor. Please bring along a Bible and writing materials too. For those who are unable to come for this series, we will be doing it again soon! If you want a sample of T3, check this clip!
3) Tuition class are going on as usual on Sunday afternoons for primary and secondary school curriculums. If you are interested to teach or to learn, please call Joachim @ 92394826
4) Sports Ministry - If you are a young person aged 16 - 35 and is interested in starting a sports related interest group (basketball, netball, bowling, badminton...), why not form a group of 5 or more interested 'kakis' and approach the Youth Ministry to discuss it? Reach us at sfa.youthteam@gmail.com or 92394826!
5) Movie screening - Movie screening postponed to 20 June 09, Saturday. Sorry for any inconvenince caused.
6) Hearts on Fire Rally 09 is here again - Jointly organised by NTU, NUS and SMU, tertiary students are welcomed to this rally. Date falls on 11 July, 7.30pm @ Catholic JC Performing Arts Centre. Registration is complusory through this website: http://heartsonfire2009.co.cc/ to assure seats.
7) Ignation Camp organised by St Ignatius Church. What is it about? Everyone encounters God in different ways. As such, there are 3 themes of experiments you can choose from: Creative, Service, and Pilgrimage. Age: 17 - 25. Date: 26 - 28 July. For more info, you can check out this website: http://ignatiancamp.eventbrite.com/.
To those who are having 'O' level Chinese papers today, good luck! And check out Father Michal's run link below! For those who are interested in donating to the cause, please email him at mgitner@gmail.com.
Peace,
Joachim
Sunday, May 31, 2009
Friday, May 29, 2009
Tuesday, May 26, 2009
BLYM Weekly Updates
Hey people,
Sorry for the late sending. Last Sunday was World Communications Day! The Holy Father in his message urges young people to make use of the digital media to "...bring the witness of their faith to the digital world." FYI, being faith witnesses in the digital world doesn't mean SMSing or talking on the phone during Masses! :p
1) CG - We are coming to the end of the A-Z Cell Program. This Friday's topic is on Xenophobia, 8.30pm in the Lighthouse, Lvl 4. See ya there!
2) t3 - There is an overwhelming response for t3! Hurry and grab the rest of the spaces this weekend!
What can you expect?
Engaging DVD video presentation with interactive materials; learn how the Bible timeline actually concides with real life events (etc: founding of Rome, Scorates was born); interesting facts about the Bible which you never know (etc: Meaning of Esther's name = Extraordinarily Beautiful, the events leading up to Jesus's birth); sharings of discussion questions!
Details?
Details?
$10 per pax (inclusive of notes) for 8 sessions. Starting 2nd June, every Tuesday at 8pm. The Lighthouse aka The Youth Room, LVL 4.
Registration falls on 31 May. Look out for our booth! If you want a sample of T3, check this.
Registration falls on 31 May. Look out for our booth! If you want a sample of T3, check this.
3) Tuition class are going on as usual on Sunday afternoons for primary and secondary school curriculums. If you are interested to teach or to learn, please call Joachim @ 92394826
4) Sports Ministry - If you are a young person aged 16 - 35 and is interested in starting a sports related interest group (basketball, netball, bowling, badminton...), why not form a group of 5 or more interested 'kakis' and approach the Youth Ministry to discuss it? Reach us at sfa.youthteam@gmail.com or 92394826!
5) Movie screening on 6 June. 8pm. Watch this space for the movie title!
6) Social Missions of the Church by CAYC cancelled due to unforseen circumstances.
7) Hearts on Fire Rally 09 is here again - Jointly organised by NTU, NUS and SMU, tertiary students are welcomed to this rally. Date falls on 11 July, 7.30pm @ Catholic JC Performing Arts Centre. Registration is complusory through this website: http://heartsonfire2009.co.cc/.
8) Ignation Camp organised by St Ignatius Church. What is it about? Everyone encounters God in different ways. As such, there are 3 themes of experiments you can choose from: Creative, Service, and Pilgrimage. Age: 17 - 25. Date: 26 - 28 July. For more info, you can check out this website: http://ignatiancamp.eventbrite.com/.
A happy holidays to those who are about to start their holidays and for those in 'O' levels, get a good sleep and sprint towards the finishing line!
Peace,
Joachim
Monday, May 18, 2009
BLYM Weekly Updates
Hey everyone!
This Thursday, we will celebrate the Ascension of our Lord. (It's a day of Obligation in case you're in doubt, ;))Isn't it wonderful that out God not only suffers and dies for us but also promises to be with us even after He leaves? He goes up to Heaven and sends His Holy Spirit down to continue to guide us, His Church.
This is cause for celebration indeed.
Updates for this week:
1. Cell group this Friday at 8.30 p.m. as usual. The letter we will be sharing on will be W. Do also check out our online version of last week's CG below.
2. T3 Bible Studies is commencing soon. I cannot emphasise the importance for you to register with us as soon as possible. I promise you that you will have so much to learn. Come! Come and learn so much more about our faith and our Saviour.
T3 is a Bible study Presented by Mark Harts (known as "Bible Geek"), a dynamic youth speaker based on the Great Bible Adventure for youths and young adults, aged 15 - 30
What can you expect?
Engaging DVD video presentation with interactive materials; learn how the Bible timeline actually concides with real life events (etc: founding of Rome, Scorates was born); interesting facts about the Bible which you never know (etc: Meaning of Esther's name = Extraordinarily Beautiful, the events leading up to Jesus's birth); sharings of discussion questions!
Details?
$10 per pax (inclusive of notes) for 8 sessions. Starting 2nd June, every Tuesday at 8pm. The Lighthouse aka The Youth Room, Lvl 4.
Registration falls on 17, 24 and 31 May. Look out for our booth!
If you want a sample of T3, check this clip!
5) Tuition class are going on as usual on Sunday afternoons for primary and secondary school curriculums. If you are interested to teach or to learn, please call Joachim @ 92394826
6) Sports Ministry - If you are a young person aged 16 - 35 and is interested in starting a sports related interest group (basketball, netball, bowling, badminton...), why not form a group of 5 or more interested 'kakis' and approach the Youth Ministry to discuss it? Reach us at sfa.youthteam@gmail.com or 92394826!
That's about all for this week.
Happy Ascension. =)
God bless,
patricia
This Thursday, we will celebrate the Ascension of our Lord. (It's a day of Obligation in case you're in doubt, ;))Isn't it wonderful that out God not only suffers and dies for us but also promises to be with us even after He leaves? He goes up to Heaven and sends His Holy Spirit down to continue to guide us, His Church.
This is cause for celebration indeed.
Updates for this week:
1. Cell group this Friday at 8.30 p.m. as usual. The letter we will be sharing on will be W. Do also check out our online version of last week's CG below.
2. T3 Bible Studies is commencing soon. I cannot emphasise the importance for you to register with us as soon as possible. I promise you that you will have so much to learn. Come! Come and learn so much more about our faith and our Saviour.
T3 is a Bible study Presented by Mark Harts (known as "Bible Geek"), a dynamic youth speaker based on the Great Bible Adventure for youths and young adults, aged 15 - 30
What can you expect?
Engaging DVD video presentation with interactive materials; learn how the Bible timeline actually concides with real life events (etc: founding of Rome, Scorates was born); interesting facts about the Bible which you never know (etc: Meaning of Esther's name = Extraordinarily Beautiful, the events leading up to Jesus's birth); sharings of discussion questions!
Details?
$10 per pax (inclusive of notes) for 8 sessions. Starting 2nd June, every Tuesday at 8pm. The Lighthouse aka The Youth Room, Lvl 4.
Registration falls on 17, 24 and 31 May. Look out for our booth!
If you want a sample of T3, check this clip!
5) Tuition class are going on as usual on Sunday afternoons for primary and secondary school curriculums. If you are interested to teach or to learn, please call Joachim @ 92394826
6) Sports Ministry - If you are a young person aged 16 - 35 and is interested in starting a sports related interest group (basketball, netball, bowling, badminton...), why not form a group of 5 or more interested 'kakis' and approach the Youth Ministry to discuss it? Reach us at sfa.youthteam@gmail.com or 92394826!
That's about all for this week.
Happy Ascension. =)
God bless,
patricia
Friday, May 15, 2009
V - for Virgin
What do you understand by the term "virgin"? Well...a virgin is by definition for a woman only...
{ A virgin (or maiden) is, originally a woman who has never had sexual intercourse. It is derived from the Latin 'virgo', which means "sexually inexperienced woman." }
In biophysical terms, it could be detectable (but not always accurate) from the woman. But what about a man? ...well you can't.
In social terms, it just meant whether you have sex before or not.
In theological terms (catholic), please view here.
So, what are we discussing here? How is the media and the world around us telling us about virginity and pre-marital sex? How are your friends, family and school responding to these issues?...ok...i'm not going to start a sexual education or argument here...
What is our stand as Christians? What so freaking important about preserving this "gift" till the wedding night? Allow me to share a little with you from the Theology of the Body by John Paul II and further explained by Christopher West.
read Genesis 2:18-25 (if you can).
(excerpt)
So the Lord God caused a deep sleep to fall upon the man and he slept; then he took one of his ribs and closed up its place with flesh. And the rib that the Lord God had taken from the man he made into a woman and brought her to the man.
Therefore a man leaves his father and his mother and clings to his wife, and they become one flesh. And the man and his wife were both naked, and were not ashamed.
JPII: The beatifying "beginning" of man's being and existing, as male and female, is connected with the revelation and discovery of the meaning of the body, which can be called "nuptial". (nuptial meaning marriage.)
Chris: Marriage in this life (on earth) is meant to foreshadow heaven where, for all eternity, we will celebrate the "marriage of the Lamb" (Rev 19:7), the marriage of Christ and the Church. This is the deepest desire of the human heart + to live in the eternal bliss of communion with God himself. As wonderful as marriage and marital intimacy can be in this life. It's only a sign, a foretaste, a sacrament of what's to come. Earthly marriage is simply preparation for heavenly marriage.
The free exchange of consent properly witnessed by the Church establishes the marriage bond. Sexual union consummates it - seals it, completes it, perfects it. Sexual union, then is, where the words of the wedding vows become flesh. The very "language" that God has inscribed in sexual intercourse is the language of the marriage covenant: the free commitment to a union of love that is indissoluble, faithful, and open to children.
.....
I find this a very beautiful revelation of the true meaning of sex. That is to be in full communion with God. It is the physical language that God gives us to have a taste of His love and the heavenly marriag ethat awaits. Isn't it ecstatic! But it also doesn't mean that people who led celibate lives (religious and singles) can't experience this full communion. As Chris puts it, "Celibacy, unlike marriage, is not a sacrament of the heavenly marriage on earth. Celibacy is a sign of life beyond sacrament when we'll be united with God directly through the 'Marriage of the Lamb'."
Man and woman are from the same body at the beginning. After the "separation", we human beings are called to find our other half and to become one flesh again; to be in full communion with our Father on the night after the nuptial (wedding). It will truly be a beautiful and heavenly experience, much better than any orgasm that you can think of. A little clip for you...(Sex before marriage?)
Have a blessed week! And three cheers to virginity!! lol
{ A virgin (or maiden) is, originally a woman who has never had sexual intercourse. It is derived from the Latin 'virgo', which means "sexually inexperienced woman." }
In biophysical terms, it could be detectable (but not always accurate) from the woman. But what about a man? ...well you can't.
In social terms, it just meant whether you have sex before or not.
In theological terms (catholic), please view here.
So, what are we discussing here? How is the media and the world around us telling us about virginity and pre-marital sex? How are your friends, family and school responding to these issues?...ok...i'm not going to start a sexual education or argument here...
What is our stand as Christians? What so freaking important about preserving this "gift" till the wedding night? Allow me to share a little with you from the Theology of the Body by John Paul II and further explained by Christopher West.
read Genesis 2:18-25 (if you can).
(excerpt)
So the Lord God caused a deep sleep to fall upon the man and he slept; then he took one of his ribs and closed up its place with flesh. And the rib that the Lord God had taken from the man he made into a woman and brought her to the man.
Therefore a man leaves his father and his mother and clings to his wife, and they become one flesh. And the man and his wife were both naked, and were not ashamed.
JPII: The beatifying "beginning" of man's being and existing, as male and female, is connected with the revelation and discovery of the meaning of the body, which can be called "nuptial". (nuptial meaning marriage.)
Chris: Marriage in this life (on earth) is meant to foreshadow heaven where, for all eternity, we will celebrate the "marriage of the Lamb" (Rev 19:7), the marriage of Christ and the Church. This is the deepest desire of the human heart + to live in the eternal bliss of communion with God himself. As wonderful as marriage and marital intimacy can be in this life. It's only a sign, a foretaste, a sacrament of what's to come. Earthly marriage is simply preparation for heavenly marriage.
The free exchange of consent properly witnessed by the Church establishes the marriage bond. Sexual union consummates it - seals it, completes it, perfects it. Sexual union, then is, where the words of the wedding vows become flesh. The very "language" that God has inscribed in sexual intercourse is the language of the marriage covenant: the free commitment to a union of love that is indissoluble, faithful, and open to children.
.....
I find this a very beautiful revelation of the true meaning of sex. That is to be in full communion with God. It is the physical language that God gives us to have a taste of His love and the heavenly marriag ethat awaits. Isn't it ecstatic! But it also doesn't mean that people who led celibate lives (religious and singles) can't experience this full communion. As Chris puts it, "Celibacy, unlike marriage, is not a sacrament of the heavenly marriage on earth. Celibacy is a sign of life beyond sacrament when we'll be united with God directly through the 'Marriage of the Lamb'."
Man and woman are from the same body at the beginning. After the "separation", we human beings are called to find our other half and to become one flesh again; to be in full communion with our Father on the night after the nuptial (wedding). It will truly be a beautiful and heavenly experience, much better than any orgasm that you can think of. A little clip for you...(Sex before marriage?)
Have a blessed week! And three cheers to virginity!! lol
Sunday, May 10, 2009
BLYM Weekly Updates
Hey everyone!
I hope Mothers' Day was fun for you all. Mothers do deserve extra gratitude for having borne the joys and sorrows of childbirth and upbringing of each and everyone of us. I also hope that you did not forget our precious Mother of God, the woman who bore the child of God.
Updates
1) Cell group this Friday starts at 8.30 p.m. at the Lighthouse. We will be discussing the letter "V" this Friday, the topic of Virgin. Come join us.
2) T3 Bible Studies. Presented by Mark Harts (known as "Bible Geek"), a dynamic youth speaker based on the Great Bible Adventure for youths and young adults, aged 15 - 30.
What can you expect? Engaging DVD video presentation with interactive materials; learn how the Bible timeline actually concides with real life events (etc: founding of Rome, Scorates was born); interesting facts about the Bible which you never know (etc: Meaning of Esther's name = Extraordinarily Beautiful, the events leading up to Jesus's birth); sharings of discussion questions!
Details? $10 per pax (inclusive of notes) for 8 sessions. Starting 2nd June, every Tuesday at 8pm. The Lighthouse aka The Youth Room.
Registration falls on 17, 24 and 31 May. Look out for our booth!
If you want a sample of t3, check this clip, www.youtube.com/watch?v=_4bDVXSIopA!
3) YMO Social Mission of the Church will be held on the 16th of May from 9.30a.m. to 3 p.m in CAYC. It costs $20 inclusive of lunch.
4) Amplify Ministry is having a YISS this 18th to 21st June or email youthinthespiritseminar@gmail.com.
5) Tuition class are going on as usual on Sunday afternoons for primary and secondary school curriculums. If you are interested to teach or to learn, please call Joachim @ 92394826
6) Sports Ministry - If you are a young person aged 16 - 35 and is interested in starting a sports related interest group (basketball, netball, bowling, badminton...), why not form a group of 5 or more interested 'kakis' and approach the Youth Ministry to discuss it? Reach us at sfa.youthteam@gmail.com or 92394826.
God bless,
patricia
I hope Mothers' Day was fun for you all. Mothers do deserve extra gratitude for having borne the joys and sorrows of childbirth and upbringing of each and everyone of us. I also hope that you did not forget our precious Mother of God, the woman who bore the child of God.
Updates
1) Cell group this Friday starts at 8.30 p.m. at the Lighthouse. We will be discussing the letter "V" this Friday, the topic of Virgin. Come join us.
2) T3 Bible Studies. Presented by Mark Harts (known as "Bible Geek"), a dynamic youth speaker based on the Great Bible Adventure for youths and young adults, aged 15 - 30.
What can you expect? Engaging DVD video presentation with interactive materials; learn how the Bible timeline actually concides with real life events (etc: founding of Rome, Scorates was born); interesting facts about the Bible which you never know (etc: Meaning of Esther's name = Extraordinarily Beautiful, the events leading up to Jesus's birth); sharings of discussion questions!
Details? $10 per pax (inclusive of notes) for 8 sessions. Starting 2nd June, every Tuesday at 8pm. The Lighthouse aka The Youth Room.
Registration falls on 17, 24 and 31 May. Look out for our booth!
If you want a sample of t3, check this clip, www.youtube.com/watch?v=_4bDVXSIopA!
3) YMO Social Mission of the Church will be held on the 16th of May from 9.30a.m. to 3 p.m in CAYC. It costs $20 inclusive of lunch.
4) Amplify Ministry is having a YISS this 18th to 21st June or email youthinthespiritseminar@gmail.com.
5) Tuition class are going on as usual on Sunday afternoons for primary and secondary school curriculums. If you are interested to teach or to learn, please call Joachim @ 92394826
6) Sports Ministry - If you are a young person aged 16 - 35 and is interested in starting a sports related interest group (basketball, netball, bowling, badminton...), why not form a group of 5 or more interested 'kakis' and approach the Youth Ministry to discuss it? Reach us at sfa.youthteam@gmail.com or 92394826.
God bless,
patricia
Monday, May 4, 2009
BLYM Weekly Updates
Hey!
We just celebrated Good Shepherd Sunday two days ago. Isn't it wonderful how our God is also one of us? He knows us, His sheep, and would lay down His life for us. It is a time for celebrating and giving thanks when we hear how much Love God has for us. Let us live our lives and show this knowledge of His Love.
Updates for this week,
1. Cell group this Friday at 8.30 p.m. at the Lighthouse as usual. The letter we will be discussing it the letter 'U' for 'Used'. Come and join us for Bible sharing and fellowship.
2. YMO Social Mission of the Church will be held on the 16th of May from 9.30a.m. to 3 p.m. It costs $20 inclusive of lunch. Venue will be at CAYC.
3. Amplify Ministry is having a YISS this 18th to 21st June. I strongly encourage all those who have not gone for YISS before to come for this event as it will be spiritually (and socially) fulfilling. For more information or to register, you can email youthinthespiritseminar@gmail.com
4. Tuition class are going on as usual on Sunday afternoons for primary and secondary school curriculums. If you are interested to teach or to learn, please call Joachim @ 92394826.
5. T3 Bible studies is coming this June. watch out for the exciting adventure.
That's all the updates for this week.
I hope you have a pleasant week and remember, the Good Shepherd knows you and loves you and lay down His life for you. Praise to God.
God bless,
patricia
We just celebrated Good Shepherd Sunday two days ago. Isn't it wonderful how our God is also one of us? He knows us, His sheep, and would lay down His life for us. It is a time for celebrating and giving thanks when we hear how much Love God has for us. Let us live our lives and show this knowledge of His Love.
Updates for this week,
1. Cell group this Friday at 8.30 p.m. at the Lighthouse as usual. The letter we will be discussing it the letter 'U' for 'Used'. Come and join us for Bible sharing and fellowship.
2. YMO Social Mission of the Church will be held on the 16th of May from 9.30a.m. to 3 p.m. It costs $20 inclusive of lunch. Venue will be at CAYC.
3. Amplify Ministry is having a YISS this 18th to 21st June. I strongly encourage all those who have not gone for YISS before to come for this event as it will be spiritually (and socially) fulfilling. For more information or to register, you can email youthinthespiritseminar@gmail.com
4. Tuition class are going on as usual on Sunday afternoons for primary and secondary school curriculums. If you are interested to teach or to learn, please call Joachim @ 92394826.
5. T3 Bible studies is coming this June. watch out for the exciting adventure.
That's all the updates for this week.
I hope you have a pleasant week and remember, the Good Shepherd knows you and loves you and lay down His life for you. Praise to God.
God bless,
patricia
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