The theme of this year’s family camp is “The Day of the Lord”. It was a time of re-examining our understanding of salvation in Christ, as we learn about the Lord’s Second Coming in the end times. We thank God as we see many hearts touched, and lives blessed by the messages preached at camp!
Pastor Charles preaching God’s Word fervently
Learning through interactive morning sessions catered to different age groups
At Camp, we share about our faith and sing together in worship
A sketch was also used to portray the Parable of the Wise and Foolish Virgins
During meal times, we get to know new people!
We also seek to be as family to one another
At the special programme, the Australian and Indian brethren teamed up to present a Tamil song item!
The congregation had great fun singing along with them!
The young people also put up a song item
See you at Family Camp next year!
Pastor Charles preaching God’s Word fervently
The Chinese New Year is the most important festival in the chinese calendar because it marks the start of a new year and new beginnings. At Bethany, we celebrate Chinese New Year to commerate our heritage as well as honour our elders.
Pine Tree Boys singing and wishing their elders a Happy Chinese New Year!
Mr. Ho plays two stirring pieces on his erhu, while being accompanied by the young people on percussions.
The Singing Kakis expressing their joy at the great fellowship they experience during Chinese New Year.
The Singing Kakis sharing their faith and love through song with those who attended the programme.
A way of expressing the joy of having the Lord's blessings is through dance!
A group of aunties performing a traditional Korean dance.
The audience was treated to a visual feast of colourful Korean costumes, elaborate props and graceful choreography.
Dao Hua and Eugene acting as part of the sketch that touched the audience's heart with the story of Auntie Lai Yong.
The sketch of Auntie Lai Yong's journey of faith even as she battled cancer blessed the hearts of those who attended the programme.
Pine Tree Boys singing and wishing their elders a Happy Chinese New Year!
This year, we celebrated Christmas with a concert, "In Hope Believed", depicting the story of Khu Khum, a young man who grew up in our Bethany orphanage over in Myanmar. We also has a Christmas Worship Service and Lunch at the Shangrila, where more than a thousand tongues sang praises to God!
Aaron Tan acting as a young Khu Khum with his grandmother and sister.
Reenacting the nativity scene of shepherds worshiping the baby Jesus with great joy!
Jonas Tan (center), acting as Khu Khum, telling the story of how God has blessed and changed his life.
Pastor Charles speaking to the thousand-strong congregation at Shangri-la hotel during our annual Christmas celebrations.
Chloe Tang (left) and Lorraine Lai (right) recite the Christmas Story during the Christmas worship service.
Aaron Tan acting as a young Khu Khum with his grandmother and sister.
In December, we held our annual Youth Conference. It is a 5 day camp held in church, attended by youths from Singapore, Australia and Korea. We take time to learn from God's word, fellowship, reflect on the year that has passed and rejuvenate for the year ahead. The theme for this year is "My Church". We learned about the Biblical doctrine of the Church and what Christ meant her to be. Take a look at some of the highlights of camp!
"My Church" is the theme of this year's Youth Conference
One of the vital features of Youth Conference is the study of the Lord’s word. The emphasis of searching the Scriptures helps the young people grow deeper in the knowledge of the Word and their faith.
Every morning, the Bible Study Teachers will teach the young people in their groups mainly from the book of Acts. Our South Korean friends from Busan are taught by Pastor Charles every morning, with translation help from Aunty Michelle or Aunty Mi Jeong!
They obviously enjoy it! Pastor Charles also teaches the whole camp in the evenings, from the book of Ephesians.
We have a great time of worshipping the Lord at each Youth Conference.
Sketch is one of the exciting features of each year’s YC. This year, the sketch portrayed the life of David (acted by Moses Kwek).
Months of preparation poured in by the Sketch Team to bring across David’s love for the Lord’s house.
It's no wonder that sketch is one of the favourite programmes of the day!
There are many opportunities to serve during the Youth Conference, such as during meal times or area cleaning (where the young people learn to keep the Lord’s house clean).
The good food enjoyed by all conferees are specially and lovingly prepared by our aunties and uncles in church. Imagine preparing food for over 200 people!
We are deeply appreciative of the time and effort our camp cooks put in to serve at the Youth Conference so selflessly!
In the afternoons, the young people enjoy a time of fun and games.
Many forge new friendships and learn to work with each other as they cheer their team on!
The games are planned by the hardworking games committee members.
There are many opportunities for fellowship as well!
We can share about faith and life, ask questions and be encouraged!
The Special Programme held every Thursday night is one of the highlights of each Youth Conference. During the programme, some of the young people will share testimonies and reflections of what they have learned at the YC.
One part of the Special Programme is also the Christmas celebration.
Pastor Charles will light the candles as we enjoy a great time of singing Christmas carols!
The Conferees presented two song items on Sunday at the Morning Worship Service after Youth Conference concluded.
"My Church" is the theme of this year's Youth Conference