The doctrine of the Trinity is foundational to the Christian faith. The doctrine states that the one God that the Church professes and worships is a unity of three Persons— Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Yet, for many Christians, this doctrine remains obscure and irrelevant. This conference explores the centrality of the Church’s faith in the Triune God and its significance in the lives of Christians.

ETHOS Annual Conference 2021: The Triune God
25 September 2021, Saturday, 9.30am – 12.30pm
Trinity and Other Faiths by Dr Leonard Sidharta (SBC)

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The doctrine of the Trinity is foundational to the Christian faith. The doctrine states that the one God that the Church professes and worships is a unity of three Persons— Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Yet, for many Christians, this doctrine remains obscure and irrelevant. This conference explores the centrality of the Church’s faith in the Triune God and its significance in the lives of Christians.

ETHOS Annual Conference 2021: The Triune God
25 September 2021, Saturday, 9.30am – 12.30pm
Trinity in Contemporary Christianity by Dr Edmund Fong (TTC)

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The doctrine of the Trinity is foundational to the Christian faith. The doctrine states that the one God that the Church professes and worships is a unity of three Persons— Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Yet, for many Christians, this doctrine remains obscure and irrelevant. This conference explores the centrality of the Church’s faith in the Triune God and its significance in the lives of Christians.

ETHOS Annual Conference 2021: The Triune God
25 September 2021, Saturday, 9.30am – 12.30pm
Trinity in Early Christianity by Dr Tan Seng Kong (BGST)

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Thank you Ambassador Sagi Karni and Israel in Singapore for coming over to Bible House on the 23 Sep 2021 to view the physical artworks submitted this year Colours of the Bible!

Bible Society of Singapore has enjoyed a wonderful partnership with Israel in Singapore for the past 8 years for this project and we look forward to future collaborations ahead.

To know more about Colours of the Bible, visit coloursofthebible.org

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Speakers: Dr Tan Seng Kong (BGST), Dr Edmund Fong (TTC), Dr Leonard Sidharta (SBC), Dr Lewis Winkler (EAST)
Time: 9.30am to 12.30pm
Venue: ZOOM Webinar

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We’re all in this together❤️

A short highlight clip of the All In, All Together project that HIA did together with Life Centre Community Service and other partners in serving the marginalised community and our healthcare workers in a government hospital in Singapore.

If you want to be part of such initiative, reach out to us at hia.sg or lifeccs.org!

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Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. Psalm 23:4 (ESV)

In Psalm 23, David tells us how he faced the darkest valleys, despite feeling overwhelmed, frightened and powerless. It wasn’t because of his physical strength, popularity or quick wits. David could walk even the darkest valley because he knew that God was with him. God is a loving shepherd who provides lush green grass, sparkling waters and right paths for his flock. He is like the most gracious host who saves us a place at the table, anoints our heads like honoured guests and pours out wine of celebration to overflowing. David could face giants, enemies, wilderness and sin because God was with him.

In the midst of this pandemic which has claimed so many lives and is continuing to do so, we are invited towards greater trust in God. Psalm 23 provides us with comfort and confidence as we sail through the ocean of ambiguity and uncertainty, not knowing what the future holds. It is this Word of Hope that The Bible Society of Singapore aims to help our sister Bible Societies bring to its communities in need. 

India’s Struggle in the Pandemic

A deadly second wave of coronavirus infections is devastating India, leaving millions of people infected and putting stress on the country’s already overtaxed healthcare system.

Fear has gripped people and many have been traumatised. Besides the passing away of relatives and friends, there is also insufficient medical infrastructure available for immediate treatment. Overwhelmed by new cases, Indian hospitals cannot cope with the demand, and patients in many cities have been abandoned to die. It is a daily sight to see people running from hospital to hospital in search of a bed with oxygen and ventilator support. The crumbling healthcare system has led to heartbreaking scenes of dead bodies lined up for cremation due to the lack of crematoriums and burial grounds. 

“At this juncture, statistics of the victims of COVID-19 will not have much meaning as they constantly change at an alarming rate. No one can ignore the pain that humanity and all nations are going through. The loss of lives is beyond what we could imagine,” says Dr Hrangthan Chhungi, Director of Church Relations & Resource Mobilisation at The Bible Society of India (BSI). 

With the nation swamped by more than 32.3 million cases of COVID-19, the chance of being infected within Bangalore—a city of 12.7 million—is 40 per cent, according to a local news source. Doctors in a government hospital in Bangalore report having only one bed available to every 30 sick patients needing it, and only two doctors to care for 170 patients. One million people are expected to die of COVID-19 in India by August 1, according to the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation.

Receiving news on a daily basis of loved ones, colleagues and church leaders passing away and several more being infected with COVID-19 has left the staff at BSI in utter devastation. So far 12 of their colleagues or parents have lost their lives to the virus.

Most people in India who have contracted COVID-19 also choose to keep their illness secret, fearing stigmatisation. In Indian culture, people who are infected with COVID-19 are stigmatised and will be intentionally shunned even after recovery. Not wanting to be outcast, many sufferers keep their infection under wraps, thus perpetuating the spread of the virus. 

“In view of the stigmatisation, words of comfort in the form of tracts and booklets, New Testaments or entire Bibles, along with groceries, vegetables and some form of financial assistance to meet the medical treatment expenses will be helpful. The treatment has become very expensive, and our staff and others find it difficult to meet [the cost],” shares Rev Dr Mani Chacko, General Secretary of BSI.

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However, continuing the Bible mission in India amidst the pandemic has proved to be a challenge. “Our income has been drastically low ever since the pandemic began, as there are no voluntary contributions, no Scripture sales, and no Bible Sundays, since almost all churches are closed due to the pandemic. We are struggling to make ends meet. All our staff—almost 325 of them—solely depend on the salaries they get from BSI. So, we are really trying our best to at least pay their salaries on time,” says Rev Dr Mani Chacko. 

Looking to God

What then can be our strength at this point? When we are constantly threatened by disappointment and trial, we can remember God’s promise of perfect peace. Our strength and shelter can be found in God, as we allow Him who calms the seas to be the pilot of our lives. 

It is easy to feel that we are now indeed walking through the “darkest valley” and that there is no end in sight. But, as with everything with God, we are invited towards greater trust—and in the process, experience more hope, peace, and beauty in the midst of suffering.

Standing with India

In Singapore, we are blessed with a government that ensures the healthcare system’s preparedness in handling a pandemic outbreak and the overall containment of the spread of the virus. As we reap the benefits of a leadership that keeps its watchful eyes on the virus’ spread in our nation, we must not forget the millions of people around the world who go through immense grief and pain. 

It is the goal of The Bible Society of Singapore to work hand-in-hand with our sister Bible Societies as they help the lonely in their suffering by sharing the Word of Hope and show care to the hopeless in this crisis.

Proverbs 11:25 tells us that “Whoever brings blessing will be enriched, and one who waters will himself be watered.” Keeping at our mission to make the Word of God known to all people, we endeavour to continue being a vessel of blessing to the nations. We would like to invite you to partner with us so that we can reach more countries in need of the Word and of practical help.

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2. _{^{The Bible Society of India April 2020 e-Newsletter}}

On 11 September 2021, Life Centre Community Services and Hope Initiative Alliance (HIA) will be distributing festive meals to about 100 families in an HDB apartment block in Yishun, Singapore. The event is called All in, All Together!, in partnership with SowCare Together, Nee Soon Central Inter-Racial and Religious Confidence Circle (IRCC), Life Centre (Smyrna Assembly), and Wellington Primary School.

The All in, All Together! Project is a ground-up initiative by a few like-minded individuals who have come together to lend a helping hand to support fellow Singaporeans during these trying times. This initiative is a continuation of Life Centre Community Services and HIA’s efforts to care for the needy and to bring some cheer to the community, and to support and appreciate our healthcare frontliners for their unconditional efforts during this pandemic.

30 volunteers have been mobilized in order to deliver a care package (valued at $60 per household) to 100 underprivileged households in Yishun Block 162, to cover essential grocery items inclusive of healthier and sustainable choice items. The volunteers will be distributing 250 sumptuous care meals to the frontline staff from a government hospital. These meals will be prepared by a chain of selected restaurants. Rev Ezekiel Tan, the Chairman of HIA said, “HIA is grateful for the opportunity to partner with Life Centre Community Services to serve and care for our fellow Singaporeans who are in need, especially those who are struggling in these challenging times. This is also our chance to extend our gratitude towards the healthcare workers who have been working tirelessly.”

The Executive Director of Life Centre Community Services and the Chief Outreach Officer of HIA, Rev Samuel Gift Stephen said, “In these trying times, it is so nice to see the community coming together to support one another. Singapore was built on the foundations of our pledge regardless of race, language and religion. This event, All In, All Together!, echoes this call for individuals to look beyond themselves and to serve each other.”

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We would like to thank our donors, partners and volunteers for giving their benevolence, time and contributions to make this such a fulfilling event for our fellow Singaporeans.

For more details on this event and past projects, visit hia.sg and lifeccs.org.

In celebration of Singapore’s 56th Anniversary, the Alliance of Guest Workers Outreach (AGWO)—a movement of Hope Initiative Alliance (HIA)—organised “The Road Ahead… Together” a special National Day celebration to honour and appreciate the contribution of our guest workers and foreign domestic workers to Singapore. This special virtual show was streamed live on AGWO’s Facebook Page (AGWOSG) and YouTube Channel (Alliance of Guest Workers Outreach) on 8 August at 8pm. The event was in partnership with the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) and Project Dorm and was supported by Cochrane Recreation Centre (RC), Tuas South RC, Kranji RC, Penjuru RC, and Terusan RC.

There were special performances by Anthem of Hearts—a band that has performed in prestigious venues and programmes such as Vasantham’s Nenjukullae in 2017 and Pradhana Vizha. Awlad—who has been popular with his electrifying Bengali songs amongst the guest worker community—who also collaborated with the Anthem of Hearts. There were also exciting and interactive dance performances by Yaar Panj-Aab Bhangra Troupe—a group of young Bhangra dancers coming together to show a fusion of rich Bhangra culture with innovative modern dance moves. Rhythms Aesthetic Society also performed an interpretative dance number—a group of dancers that staged Krishna Guruvayoorappa, His Mystical Journey, a prestigious theatre production at Victoria Theatre.

Mr Ezekiel Tan, President of Hope Initiative Alliance said, “The pandemic has affected many of the guest workers. They feel homesick and also miss gathering with their friends in Singapore, owing to the health and safety protocols. Through this event, we hope that such a gesture of care towards them would bring them some much-needed cheer.”

Mr Samuel Gift Stephen, Lead Director of the Alliance of Guest Workers Outreach, also shared, “It is also a way to appreciate the sacrifice of our guest workers, who have made such invaluable contributions to Singapore, and to recognise their courage, strength, and resilience.”

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“As we celebrate our National Day, we want to acknowledge and recognise the contributions of our migrant workers who have helped to build and develop our country. We would like to thank our community partners AGWO and HIA for organising this show to bring our National Day celebrations and cheer to our migrant worker friends,” said Mr Tung Yui Fai, Chief of the Assurance, Care and Engagement Group (ACE) from the Ministry of Manpower.

There was a lucky draw by AGWO, where registrants—who registered by 1 August—stood a chance to win $3000 worth of cash prizes. The Ministry of Manpower also partnered with Singtel to organise a contest for our guest-worker brothers to design a greeting card that depicts what the Singapore Spirit means to them. The winners of the contest were revealed during the show. In addition, there were also special appearances by some of the guest-worker brothers who wished Singapore a happy birthday in their native language.

AGWO also organised a weekly donation drive, supported by Dorm Mums—a dedicated group of female volunteers who have been taking care of the well-being of our brothers tirelessly. As part of this initiative, AGWO had a three-day cupcake distribution exercise for 8,000 guest workers during the National Day celebration. During the school holiday, 6,800 goodies were also baked and delivered to 50 dormitories.