PARTNERSHIPS
September
TAP National Storytelling Competition
On 12 September, the General Secretary attended The Alphabet Project (TAP) National Storytelling Competition for children from low- income families, with Senior Parliamentary Secretary Mr Eric Chua as the Guest of Honour. The event was jointly organised by Hope Initiative Alliance and Filos Community Services to empower these children through storytelling.
August
APEX Christian Leaders Luncheon 2025
On 14 August, the General Secretary was invited to attend the APEX Christian Leaders Luncheon 2025, a gathering of Christian Leaders to discuss challenges faced by churches in Singapore.
IRO Meeting with ESM Goh Chok Tong
On 22 August, the General Secretary was invited to attend an IRO Meeting with ESM Goh Chok Tong, who is the Patron of IRO.
Preaching at Ang Mo Kio Chinese Methodist Church
On 24 August, the General Secretary was invited to preach at Ang Mo Kio Chinese Methodist Church for Bible Society Sunday. We thank God for the opportunity to share more about the Bible Mission and pray that more people will be inspired to support our mission of making the Word of God known to all peoples.
Meeting with Nanjing Amity Printing Press
On 24 August, the General Secretary met with staff from Nanjing Amity Printing Press in Singapore.
July
Public Sector Transformation Award
On 8 July, the General Secretary attended the Public Sector Transformation Award. Hope Initiative Alliance (HIA), a partner of SowCare in community service, received the Star Partner Award for exemplary service to the community in partnership with government ministries. The General Secretary received the award on behalf of HIA.
Meeting with Bishop Philip Lim
On 31 July, the General Secretary met with Bishop Philip Lim, Bishop of the Methodist Church in Singapore.
Meeting with Rev Barnabas Moon and Pastor Jun of Sarang Church
On 31 July, the General Secretary met with Rev Barnabas Moon and Pastor Jun of Sarang Church during their visit to Singapore.
June
Asia Evangelical Alliance EXCO and Commission Directors Annual Strategic Meeting
From 9 to 11 June, the General Secretary attended the Asia Evangelical Alliance (AEA) EXCO and Commission Directors Annual Strategic Meeting in Seoul. The General Secretary is an elected Executive Council Member and appointed as its Secretary, as well as serving in various commissions.
Installation Service of Bishop Anthony Loh
On 21 June, the General Secretary was invited to attend the Installation Service of the new Bishop of the Lutheran Church in Singapore, Bishop Anthony Loh. Our heartiest congratulations and blessings to Bishop Anthony Loh as he takes up the new appointment.
IRO Meeting with Thailand Religious Affairs Ministry
On 27 June, the General Secretary was invited to a meeting with a delegation of interfaith leaders from the Thailand Religious Affairs Ministry. The General Secretary is an elected Council Member of IRO and appointed as its Treasurer.
May
Telok Ayer Chinese Methodist Church 100 Years Anniversary
On 3 May, the General Secretary was invited to attend the 100th Anniversary of Telok Ayer Chinese Methodist Church, where the refurbished church building was dedicated to God. He also presented a Bible, published by the Bible Society, to be placed in the church's time capsule. Our heartiest congratulations on this milestone!
Meeting with Prof Dr Janet Epp Buckingham
On 9 May, the General Secretary met with Prof Dr Janet Epp Buckingham, the Director of the World Evangelical Alliance Geneva Office to the UN.
World Evangelical Alliance Pre-Summit Gathering
From 15 to 18 May, the General Secretary was invited to attend the World Evangelical Alliance Pre-Summit Gathering in Seoul. The General Secretary is an elected International Council Member and appointed as its Special Envoy to China and Chinese Territories, as well as serving in various committees.
Bible Society of India Leadership Enhancement Tour in Singapore
From 20 to 23 May, the Bible Society of Singapore hosted a Leadership Enhancement Tour for a delegation of 17 leaders from the Bible Society of India and its auxiliaries.
April
Ministry of Manpower’s 70th Anniversary Dinner
On 5 April, the General Secretary was invited to attend the Ministry of Manpower’s 70th Anniversary Dinner for our role in partnering with MOM and other community partners in serving the migrant workers.
Preaching at New Life Church
On 6 April, the General Secretary was invited to preach at New Life Church for Bible Society Sunday. We thank God for the opportunity to share more about the Bible Mission and pray that more people will be inspired to support our mission of making the Word of God known to all peoples.
March
Zak Salaam India Community Award
On 14 March, the General Secretary was invited to receive the Zak Salaam India Community Award for dedicated efforts in supporting vulnerable residents in Singapore.
The Alphabet Project Club @ Bedok Interfaith Iftar
On 20 March, the General Secretary participated in an interfaith iftar with children and families from low-income households held at Bedok Bunga Merah RC. Her Excellency Gabrielle Rush, the New Zealand High Commissioner to Singapore, was also present as a special guest.
February
Association of Employment Agencies (Singapore) Annual Lo Hei Celebration
On 5 February, the General Secretary was invited to attend the Association of Employment Agencies (Singapore) [AEA(S)] Annual Lo Hei Celebration. SowCare is a partner of AEA(S) to serve the migrant domestic workers in Singapore with monthly events held at the Bible House. SowCare jointly sponsored the Migrant Domestic Worker and Employer of the Year Awards which were presented during the event.
Preaching at Gospel for Myanmar Seminary and Believers Church Myanmar
From 21 to 23 February, the General Secretary was invited to preach at the graduation service of Gospel for Myanmar Theological Seminary. The General Secretary also met up with the leadership of Myanmar Evangelical Church Alliance, the Bible Society of Myanmar, where mission collaboration opportunities were discussed, and also preached at Believers Church Myanmar.
Lunch with Lausanne Intergenerational Task Force
On 26 February, the General Secretary hosted lunch with the Lausanne Intergenerational Task Force who visited the Bible House in Singapore and discussed partnerships to reach out to the generations.
January
