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ENTRANCE
• Welcome
• Call to Worship
• Praise
• Pastoral Prayer
PROCLAMATION
• Scripture Reading: Leviticus 16:110, 29-34
• Sermon: The Day of Atonement: The Heart of Leviticus
• Speaker: Rev Peace Choi
RESPONSE
• Song of Response
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• Doxology
SENDING FORTH
• Benediction
NEXT WEEK’S SERMON
CAC Missions and Evangelism
Sunday
• Topic: Holiness in Life and Worship: Laws on Holy Living
• Scripture: Leviticus 17-20
• Speaker: Pr Tham Yong Zheng
PRAISE LEADER
• 8:00 & 9:45am – Belinda Teo
• 4:00pm – Samuel Yeak
SCRIPTURE READING
• 8:00am – Kuek Chung Lee
• 9:45am – Wong Wai Heng
• 4:00pm – Alice Tang
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LING YI
My first MYLC experience was fruitful and memorable, to say the least.
Our groups! As we were grouped with peers of similar ages, it was easier to relate to each other and understand the struggles each of us faced. Through the four days we spent together, we definitely grew closer to each other, allowing for more personal, heartfelt and genuine sharing between us including topics like our personal struggles, trauma, relationship tea, and our journeys with Christ. However, we also made sure to have fun with each other, playing games that rode on our competitive spirits, especially as a group with more males than females.
Our mentors. Our mentors openly and willingly answered any questions we had, and their life stories so far have been a testimony to the fruit of trusting, surrendering, and walking in obedience with Christ. The testimonies of the different mentors and speakers gave me comfort and courage to trust that He knows what’s best even when I don’t see the full picture.
The altar call and sermon. Stepping forward to answer the altar call gave me the opportunity to experience God’s presence in the moment, and reminded me, once again, that God knows our every thought. He knows all our struggles and what troubles our hearts, and He waits for us to surrender them to Him so that He can bless us with peace and reassurance. Like Rev Lek emphasised during his pastoral sharing, “God loves me (us) tremendously and wants me (us) to love Him back too”. This encounter with God was truly a testimony to this statement and showed me that God is always with us, even when we don’t see/feel His presence.
Our church community. MYLC provided us with the opportunity to bond with the members in the opposite congregation. As we don’t really interact with the “Chinese side”, I never thought that I would stay up till 4.30am playing card games with two members of the Chinese youth (and someone else from a different church), in which one of them was not even my group mate. We could also come together as one church to discuss how we could further enhance our church’s welcoming initiatives to make the church warmer and more integrated, such that we are encouraged and motivated to bring our pre-believing friends and family members to experience the love of Christ and learn more about our faith.
While MYLC was fun, it also refreshed my spirit and brought me closer to Christ. I look forward to future MYLC sessions for meaningful and renewed experiences, alongside different spiritual lessons!
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MALCOLM CHOW
MYLC is a great opportunity for young leaders serving in the various churches to come together, listen to one another and learn from each other. Sharing ideas that worked or failed and discussing the factors of each, openly and freely.
I remember an idea a close friend of mine had impressed upon me: “Imagine what can happen when the whole church (universal body of Christ) moves in a single direction. What if everyone can just catch the vision? Maybe the whole body of Christ is a bit much, but even if it was just the Methodist Church, so much good can be done.”
There are very few occasions in the Methodist tradition that allow for a common idea to have the potential to spread past the local church. MYLC is one example of such an occasion.
The youth are serving in all areas of their churches, from kindergarten to main service to special needs ministry. The youth are truly everywhere in every church, and as such have the potential of changing and influencing every facet of every church. I’m reminded of 1 Cor 12:26. At MYLC we hear of testimonies of how the revival of a church’s youth ministry led to the revival of the whole church, and we also hear cases where the church is suffering because the youth are suffering.
Another reason why MYLC is such an important and special place is the support that can be found in the community at MYLC. MYLC is the place that young leaders find their support and encouragement from other young leaders who share the same struggles.
MYLC is truly an essential space and place that allows for the growth and development of young leaders in righteousness and holiness, thus being a means through which God builds His Church. On the day of Pentecost, the apostles were the same age as the youth leaders attending MYLC. We see that at a gathering of young leaders along with the empowerment of the Holy Spirit, the Church as we know it today was founded.
I strongly believe that God will work today in the same way He did back then. Having young leaders at the forefront of the Kingdom of God He is building. And MYLC is the Upper Room. My challenge for the church is: firstly, to the youth, are you willing to be courageous and sensitive to God’s leading, like Joshua, and go in the name of God to wherever He sends you? And secondly, to the rest of the church are you willing to journey with the youth in love and mutual respect?
ALANA WU
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What truly struck me as memorable was how my group both the mentors and fellow groupmates were so genuinely in love with God. It touched my heart to see how everyone was so sincere in trying to discover their faith and navigate their way as they served in their various ministries. In particular, I realised that most of us had our own personal struggles related to the specific areas we served in, yet we remained faithful to God's calling. We prayed for one another, emboldened by our unity in Christ and each other's honest and heartfelt sharings.
Besides that, I had the most selfless mentors. They truly modelled Christian selflessness looking out for the mentees and giving us their full care and attention, even when it was tiring.
Beyond the people I met, there was a much-needed core message that I needed to hear that living out the Christian life is far more than just serving in a ministry or evangelising. At the core of all these is the importance of establishing relational commitment to those around me. We may care for one another in church, but does this care extend beyond the premises of the church? God wants us to care for one another in a way that puts selfish wants aside. It is a tall order one that I admittedly am still far from fulfilling. It's easy to get caught up in the stresses of life, becoming so inward-focused that we fail to look out for those around us.
We also talked about restoration as a continuous process that we fall into our sinful ways time and time again, and yet each time God remains ever willing to meet us where we are and help us find our way back to Him. I am always encouraged by this that His love is so freely given to me, if only I am willing to offer up my life to receive it.
This MYLC also made me realise how evangelising is really more about the process of planting seeds in someone rather than the outcome. Jesus is the one and only example of perfect love (agape love). He was the perfect evangelist. Yet there were still Pharisees and Israelites who encountered Him and did not believe. They accused Him of blasphemy and punished Him on the cross. This part of Scripture made me realise that failing to lead others to believe does not mean you have failed it means that the listener’s heart has yet to become spiritually attuned to what you said. But God’s prevenient grace works in the lives of those who have yet to believe in mysterious ways, even when we don't see it from the outside.
Looking back, I really appreciate the time we had at MYLC 2025. The tears shed and the time set apart for honest prayer during the altar call resurfaced some inner struggles and revelations that I needed to internalise, and those who prayed for me truly spoke to my heart and comforted me.
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AMABEL WU
As I joined MYLC for the first time, I did not know what exactly to expect. I stepped into a sea of unfamiliar faces, met people with different personalities and motivations, and learned about their personal walk of faith. Through invaluable interactions with my groupmates and opportunities to listen to others’ testimonies, I gained new perspective and understanding. Observing the way those around me asked questions about the faith made me realise that I was not alone in my confusion; receiving the wisdom of my mentors taught me that certain differences among the denominations would not negate the fact that we all ultimately shared the same faith. It was an honour to be a part of the discussions that were facilitated during this conference.
What particularly touched me was the raw honesty with which each person shared their struggles and testimonies. We were strangers to one another, yet my groupmates chose to open their hearts to each other. I was blessed with the chance to listen to words spoken from the heart. We came together as flawed individuals simply looking for ways to learn from one another. I was deeply moved by the way my peers and mentors shared so honestly about their faith journey.
My experience with the altar call reaffirmed to me that God’s love was real; I saw His love through His people. I saw young individuals like me who came forward while carrying their own burdens. I saw mentors who laid their hands on these individuals’ shoulders and prayed for them. When I went up there myself, I was blessed with people friends and acquaintances alike who took the time to approach me and pray for me. In that moment, I saw God working in those people, and I was incredibly moved.
While some personal questions remain unanswered, I learned a lot from those around me. Meeting individuals from various churches helped me broaden my perspective and reminded me of our identity as one united Church. I am really grateful for my time at MYLC.
SEET SEOW CHIEN
Returning to MYLC is always sort of a homecoming to me. It reminds me of the wider Church’s existence. I was once in the youngest age group when I first attended (when Group 2 means 2nd youngest). This year I was in Group 2 again but “2” meant 2nd oldest...
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In my first MYLC in 2017, I was made aware of “prevenient grace”, read Ephesians 2:89 for the first time, and by God’s grace, understood and accepted the gift of forgiveness and salvation freely offered to me. I knew that nothing I did had earned me or could earn me salvation - it was God’s gift. I would call this the start of my personal relationship with God, and through the years that followed God has been revealing more of Himself to me. But it all started with the acknowledgement that I was dead in my sin, and God, in his mercy, made me alive in Jesus Christ. I don’t think that I would have been in Youth Ministry or even a Christian today if I did not first encounter this saving grace - the same one that stirred John Wesley’s heart to feel strangely warm.
Encountering God as a young(ish) person in this manner has led me to grow in following, trusting and surrendering to Him over the years. If Jesus has done the most important thing for my soul, which is to die for my sins and reconcile me to God, everything other “worldly” concern pales in comparison and I can rest secure knowing that He is always with me and provides for all that I need.
During Rev Lek’s sermon on Sunday, he shared that the safest place to be is in a place of obedience to God - which was almost entirely similar to what I shared at a 345 session in TBC back in October 2024. It seemed un-coincidental that the same idea/sentence was repeated to me and it could have been a signal that what I was going through at that point in time might be applicable to me again.
Aside from the internal transformation I received through MYLC, the inter- church friendships made at MYLC were such a blessing to me. Growing together with these spiritual companions who stepped up to serve in Youth Ministry around the same time as me, transiting from JC/poly/NS/university to work to changing jobs to some answering God’s call to full-time ministry just speaks so much of His faithfulness to us and active work in our lives. The exchange of ideas, mutual encouragement and prayer have been a big source of support for me as I continued my journey serving in church. I rejoice that we are one Church and look forward to worshipping God together with them when we are all in heaven.
MYLC also reminded me of the need to sow into the next generation of leaders, just as others have done for me. One impactful moment was during worship night when Alvin, Reuben, Malcolm and I were praying together for our church. At the end of our prayer we looked behind and saw all the other younger TBC members praying together in a circle. It was a really heartwarming and powerful sight, and I felt God showing me that these are our next generation of leaders and they are almost ready.
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As I processed and evaluated everything that happened in MYLC in conjunction with subsequent discussions about TBC with the TBC committee members, I concluded that it was not a sign for me to let go of, or leave the ministry entirely, but to continue being in these young people’s lives until they are ready to lead and disciple others. I hope the younger ones open up their lives to us and that God will enable us to continue being role models for them, so that FMC will be an intergenerational disciplemaking church.
SHAUN NG
My first MYLC, was nothing short of a divine experience. I came expecting to connect, to learn but I left deeply transformed. It was more than just a gathering; it was a sacred collision of faith, unity, and purpose. The body of Christ came alive in a tangible, beautiful way, and I consider it an immense privilege to have been part of it.
One of the most profound aspects of the conference was the open and honest sharing among leaders of different churches. We laid down our pride and chose vulnerability speaking openly about both the strengths we celebrate and the weaknesses we wrestle with. Hearing how different churches tackle challenges whether in youth engagement, community outreach, leadership development, or spiritual stagnancy offered not only practical tools but spiritual encouragement. We weren't just exchanging strategies; we were bearing each other’s burdens.
What struck me most was the diversity of approaches within the same mission. Each church brought its unique cultural background, leadership style, and spiritual focus, yet we were all moving toward the same goal: the glory of God and the advancement of His kingdom. That, in itself, was deeply humbling. It reminded me that God’s church is much larger than any one building or congregation. We are many parts (individual churches), but one body (the universal church), and every part plays an equally important role. We also dove into some of the most pressing issues facing the universal church today topics like homosexuality, evangelism, missions, and biblical truth in a secular world. These weren’t just theoretical discussions; they were drenched in prayer, scripture, and a sincere desire to honour God above all else. What inspired me was the balance between grace and truth that many churches modelled. It showed me that taking a biblical stand doesn't mean losing compassion, and offering compassion doesn’t require compromising truth. Evangelism was the main focus on MYLC, listening to testimonies of how other churches are reaching out whether in their own communities or overseas fuelled a fresh fire in me. The message shared reminded me that the Great Commission is not optional; it's our shared heartbeat.
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Above all, the camp deepened my appreciation for the unity we share in Christ. There was no competition, no comparison just mutual edification. We prayed over one another, worshipped in one voice, and left with a greater hunger for God’s presence and purpose. I saw a glimpse of what heaven might look like every tribe, every tongue, worshipping the lamb.
However, I sincerely believe that MYLC would have been for nothing if what was learned isn’t transferred to tangible actions. We now carry home more than notes and ideas. We carry a renewed vision. We’ve seen the beauty of collaboration, the strength of unity, and the power of shared purpose. And I’m more convicted than ever that the church when united, humble, and spirit-led can truly be the light the world so desperately needs.
SAMUEL LAU
Ahh haha ok, this has honestly been my most memorable Methodist Youth Leaders Conference (so far). For more than a few good reasons, and perhaps more that I have yet to wrap my head around; I was fed, and I fed others. Meaning to say, I felt the Words of God ministered to me, and my attempts at ministering to peers being acknowledged and appreciated. That was nice. I found myself responding to the altar call when I was just coming to vibe and fellowship. In the end, who said men cannot cry? Mucus and tears, mucus and tears.
Curious, serving so many years really shows you both sides of the same coin of church ministry, or rather, human ministry, because we are ministering to human beings. So ugly, yet so mind-blowing at the same time, the amount of gossip, hate, anger, annoyance and frustration we bear. Still, we are overwhelmed and humbled by God's grace and mercy. Because He first loved us, because He is holy, so we are holy, so we must learn to love, we must.
We live in a cynical world, and believe in socially radical faith; a culture that by right is counter-culture. I think there are so many glimpses of that at MYLC. We are tired, still we serve, we are young, but we feel old. It's a juxtaposition, but a funny and heartwarming one, because if not us, God will still make a way. But, if not us, who else?
Ok lah, this was overall a good MYLC for the ages with great group mates and dynamics experienced. It really encourages me to wait in anticipation of the results from everyone's fervour for new fire and spirit. Also, all the post MYLC conversations and fellowships (to happen) and of course I think we had more people this year, more airtime with our counterparts of the same church... we are still toiling the fields, but Continued on next page
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you can tell that the harvest is indeed plentiful and the workers are not giving up just yet. Thank God we went for MYLC this year, and we have to go again, surely there is so much more God has in store for us.
ZEPHAN TAN
Attending MYLC 2025 for the first time with FMC was both a nerve-racking and exciting experience for me. Since I’m still relatively new to the church, I wasn’t entirely sure what to expect. I felt a bit anxious about fitting in, making new friends, and whether I would be able to connect with others meaningfully. But at the same time, I was excited excited to step out of my comfort zone, to learn, and to experience what God had planned for me through this conference.
From the very first day, I was surprised and touched by how welcoming and friendly everyone was. I was especially thankful for the group I was placed in. We clicked so naturally, and everyone had such a chill and open vibe. Our group discussions became one of the highlights of the entire conference for me. It was during these moments that we got to share deeply not just about our walk with God, but also the real and raw struggles we face while serving in ministry roles in our own churches. It was comforting to know that others go through similar challenges and that we could be honest and vulnerable with one another without fear of judgment.
The sermons and teachings throughout the conference were incredibly impactful. One key theme that stood out to me was evangelism. I’ve always known that sharing the gospel is important, but MYLC helped me see it from a new perspective. It’s not just about “saying the right things,” but about having a humble and loving attitude when reaching out to non-believers. I was reminded that our goal isn’t to win arguments, but to share Christ in a way that reflects His heart gently, patiently, and with sincerity.
Another thing that really struck me was the importance of the church community. I realised how crucial it is for churches to be warm, welcoming spaces not only for newcomers, but also for existing members who might be struggling quietly. We often talk about growing the church in numbers, but MYLC reminded me that we also need to care deeply for those who are already part of our community, and to be intentional in building a space where people feel safe, seen, and supported.
One of the most inspiring parts of MYLC was hearing how it first started back in 2014, and seeing how it has grown over the years. It’s amazing to witness how God has used this conference to impact generation after generation of youths, and to think that I now get to be part of that legacy. It gives me hope and excitement for the future
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both for what God is doing in my own life, and what He will continue to do through MYLC and the wider youth community.
Looking back, I’m truly thankful I had the chance to attend MYLC 2025. It refreshed my spirit, deepened my understanding of ministry, and gave me meaningful friendships that I hope will last beyond just the conference. I’m excited to continue walking this journey with God, and I can’t wait to see what He has in store for future MYLCs to come.
REUBEN CHUA
This MYLC was a different one. It's the first time I attended the conference not as a participant, but as a mentor.
To be perfectly honest, right at the start I had mixed feelings. I was excited to have the chance to mentor and interact with young leaders from all the CAC churches. Over the years I've come to see the Methodist Church in Singapore for what it is; One church that stands together, though we may be serving in different manners and offering up service to different communities. There is so much encouragement in sharing this space with others and realising that we do not serve alone.
At the same time, I thought I would be missing out on my chance to be a participant. Being involved is both fun and enriching, but I wanted to get the chance to be ministered to during the conference. However, as I served as a mentor to my young group of 19-21 y/os I realised what an opportunity it was. Not just to teach or explain, but to listen. In the small group gatherings and post-session talks, I heard testimonies of young leaders’ struggles and personal hurts, things that they've cried out to God about and the things that they couldn't bring themselves to surrender. The questions and uncertainties reminded me of my own struggles as a younger leader. I still don't have all the answers. There are many things that I still wrestle with. Yet what a privilege it was to guide those younger ones in the steps I had already walked.
This was not the most transformational or emotional MYLC experience that I had, but I'm reminded that there is much Good in sharing the burdens and joys of walking this journey with those younger than me.
"Rejoice with those who rejoice, and weep with those who weep. "
P.S. for what it's worth, I still had many conversations and interactions that challenged and enriched my thinking about the sessions. I would've loved more discussion with older mentors and friends though :)
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Scripture: Leviticus 16:1-10, 29-34
Discussion Questions
1. Despite having the 5 major offerings, the people of Israel still needed the Day of Atonement to cleanse them. What does this tell us about the stubborn and prideful nature of man? What does this teach us about God’s consistent desire to dwell among his people?
2. The Day of Atonement was a day of spring cleaning, wiping the slate clean once a year. But this did not mean the other regular sacrifices were not needed. Why is that? How does this principle of repentance apply to our relationship with God?
3. God commanded that all who lived in the land participate in the Day of Atonement fasting and Sabbath rest, both Israelite and foreigner. This foreshadowed the eventual inclusion of people from every nation and tongue into the covenant people of God. Why is this equality before God not just a blessing but also a warning? SERMON NOTES
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