[Introduction message by Bp Anthony Loh, VP NCCS]
NCCS Exco Update We thank Col Hary Haran, who retired his appointment as Territorial Commander of The Salvation Army for Singapore, Malaysia and Myanmar, for his contributions to NCCS through the Executive Committee. Upon his retirement, we welcome Col Richard Borrett, the new regional head of The Salvation Army who joined the Exco on 21 August. Col Borrett comes from his previous posting as Territorial Commander for Eastern Europe. This is his first appointment in Singapore and Asia. The Salvation Army is a Founder Member of NCCS.
Ethos Conference 2025 We are truly blessed by the collaboration of eight theological schools/seminaries in Singapore through Ethos Institute, and they serve as a collective resource of sound Biblical teachings for our churches and those in pastoral ministry. This year’s Ethos Conference centres on Pneumatology, or the doctrine of the Holy Spirit. Come and listen as faculty members from various local theological schools share about the person and work of the Holy Spirit.
Date : Saturday, 20 September 2025
Time : 9am to 1pm
Venue : Bible House, 7 Armenian St, Singapore 179932
To register, click the LINK (free admission)
Link to event: https://ethosinstitute.sg/ethosconf25/
Celebrate Christmas in Singapore For the past 21 years, Celebrate Christmas in Singapore (CCIS) has united churches and Christian organisations in a shared mission to proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ in the heart of Orchard Road — Singapore’s bustling shopping district and one of the city’s most visited tourist destinations. This initiative presents a unique opportunity that the Lord has graciously entrusted to the Church in Singapore to serve as his ambassadors, bringing the message of hope and salvation to people from all walks of life.
The annual budget for CCIS is $350,000, and a fundraising dinner was held on 9 September to support this vision. The goal is to raise one-third of the total budget through this and another event. CCIS (a member of NCCS) still has a long way to go to meet the budget. We encourage you to prayerfully consider supporting CCIS and its mission. Contributions can be made to Celebrate Christmas in Singapore Ltd (UEN 200412861GCCI).
The Thirst Collective includes Christian websites like Salt&Light and Thirst, and evangelistic efforts 还好吗 and Stories of Hope. This non-profit ministry “unites the church, equips believers, spotlights good works, and engages the lost”.
The charity depends on donations to continue with its ministry. This year, the faith goal is to raise S$1 million from individual donors. The Christian community is invited to be part of its annual Fundraising and Awards Gala dinner on Friday, 26 September. The event will feature the launch of The Salt&Light Inspiration Awards, a landmark initiative to honour heroes of faith in our midst. You may register at this LINK
Notice Board NCCS would like to share with you the following upcoming events and other matters that may be of interest to members and friends (details are found in the attached links):
- Lutheran Community Care Services (LCCS) presents “Circles of Life” on 1 November, to celebrate stories of resilience, healing and hope. Volunteers are welcome to be facilitators for storytelling circles or storytellers to share personal challenges in a safe, facilitated space. Training will be provided. For details, see LINK
- Operation Mobilisation has immediate vacancies for a Corporate Services Manager and an Office Administrator. View these roles and other church recruitments in this LINK
- Singapore Terrorism Threat Assessment Report (STTAR) 2025 & SGSecure Social Experiments Web Series: The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA)’s STTAR 2025 confirms Singapore’s threat level remains high, fuelled by global conflicts like the Israel-Palestine crisis and pervasive extremist narratives online. See full STTAR report – LINK
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