Play “越风雨，见证辽阔” (“The Unsent…”). The Chinese Work Committee of the NCCS founder denominations is organizing a play performance at Capitol on 17 and 18 April. This play tells the true story of a Christian, who overcomes a painful past to help prison inmates, only to discover her own father was among them, ultimately finding strength in faith and family. It is a testament that through life’s storms, love guides one to witness immense hope and healing. More information at this LINK
Lenten Devotional 2026. “Behold, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world!” – John 1:29b. The season of Lent invites us to pause, reflect, and return to the heart of the Gospel: Jesus Christ, the Lamb of God who laid down His life for us. It is a time to remember His humility, His sacrifice, and His unfailing love—a love that restores and reconciles even the most broken places. Order your copies of the Lent Devotional now – LINK.
D6 Singapore Family Conference 2026. D6 is an annual family ministry conference focusing on generational discipleship in our churches and homes. The goal of the D6 movement is to equip families and churches to pass on a spiritual legacy to future generations. We meet to understand how we can best apply the principles of Deuteronomy 6 in our ministries, contexts and homes. More info at this LINK
YMCA is pleased to extend a 12.5%-off special offer to NCCS member churches as a lead-up to YMCA’s 125th anniversary. The special Twin Bundle promotion is valid till 31 March 2026. All member churches of NCCS will receive a special 12.5%-off when they book YMCA’s function room and Choo Catering Services, together. See LINK
NCCS Church Online Directory. We are pleased to announce that the Church Online Directory now has a fresh new look with smarter features such as: Maps, Service times and Smart filters. Churches are encouraged to update their church information in the directory by clicking “login” with email address. See Directory Link
NCCS Recent Statements:
• Incident at St Joseph’s Church (21 Dec 25)
• Bondi Beach Shooting (15 Dec 25)
• Roof of building at Buddhist Monastery at Sin Ming partial collapse (28 Nov 25)
.• On an Open Letter (Revised 13 Nov 25)
• Antisemitism (7 Nov 25)
• Incident at Al-Istiqamah Mosque on 24 Sep (28 Sep 25)
The National Environment Agency’s ‘Say Yes to Waste Less’ resources (cgs.gov.sg/sayyes/resources/) offer excellent, practical guides for reducing waste and living more sustainably. By utilizing these tools, we as Christians can better love our neighbors, protect our shared home, and witness to our community through tangible acts of stewardship, making a meaningful difference for our planet and for future generations.
Past Events
Visitors from the Institute of Religious Studies of the Shanghai Academy of Social Sciences (SASS) led by Professor Yan Kejia (晏可佳) were welcomed by NCCS on 23 December. The SASS is a leading think-tank and China’s oldest institution for the humanities and social sciences. It is the largest academic institution of its kind in China outside of Beijing. PHOTOS
Nanjing Union Theological Seminary (NJUTS): NCCS was honoured to host a distinguished delegation from NJUTS for a dialogue on 28 November. The visiting team was
led by Rev Wu Wei (吴巍牧师), President of the China Christian Council of the Protestant Churches in China, and Principal of the Seminary. PHOTOS
NDTS 2025. This year’s National Day Thanksgiving Service (NDTS) was held on 14 Aug at Cathedral New Sanctuary, St Andrew’s Cathedral. It was a time of worship, prayer and thanksgiving as we celebrate SG60 . Bishop Philip Lim, NCCS President, delivered the message titled “Coming to Jesus” based on Mark 2:1–12. After the service, the attendees enjoyed light refreshments and fellowship with fellow Christians.
Visit to the Church in China by a delegation from the National Council of Churches of Singapore led by Bishop Lu Guan Hoe from 23–29 Apr 25. The invitation is from National Committee of Three-Self Patriotic Movement of the Protestant Churches in China and the China Christian Council.
Brief report and photos: LINK5
Chinese Churches’ Seminar
“Local Roots, Vision Worldwide”
GOH/Speaker: DPM Gan Kim Yong
Venue: St Andrew’s Cathedral
Date: Sat 5 Apr 9am to 4.30pm
765 pastors, church leaders, and co-workers came together to discuss the challenges affecting Chinese speaking churches. PHOTOS / VIDEO OF SPEAKER PRESENTATIONS (IN CHINESE)