Because Everyone Matters To God

by Jocelyn Chong

Games during The Jesus Club

Worshipping together

Jocelyn (foreground) with The Jesus Club members celebrating Christmas at SHINE “Because EVERYONE matters to God” - that’s the catchy tagline of The Jesus Club. We seek to integrate people with special needs as we share the Gospel through songs, a simple sermon, group discussions and games or crafts.

Much as I enjoy the programme, there are times when I struggle to attend The Jesus Club, especially after a long and draining day at work. But on each of these occasions, I have been absolutely amazed how God always provided the surge of energy to sustain me as I facilitated group discussions.

My role is to recap the sermon using tools, like songs, images or acronyms, then check our members’ understanding. This means we volunteers have to listen actively, and where necessary, break the question down or rephrase it and finally, summarise the discussion. In doing so, I found it has deepened my own understanding of the Bible and helped me gain new insights.

I enjoy helping out in The Jesus Club because I believe everyone is fearfully and wonderfully made (Psalm 139:14), including those with special needs. Therefore, they should also have the opportunity to learn about Christ and develop their relationship with Him.

Since July 2017, we have grown from five to 20 members today. Do journey with us and pray that our 1) Members will grow closer to God. 2) Caregivers will be given the opportunity to share the Gospel with the members. 3) Volunteers will practise self-care and be encouraged by the members’ spiritual growth.

Come join us! We gather on alternate Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. at the BFEC Level 1 Chapel.