Courses, Talks & Workshops
Discipleship & nurture
Inclusive Discipleship for Children
🗓️ Saturdays, 31 Jan 2026 (Session 1) and 14 Mar 2026 (Session 2)
⏰ 9am – 1pm
📍PLMC Jordan Hall
🗣️ Koinonia Inclusion Network (KIN)
The church is mandated to disciple our children by teaching them everything the Lord has commanded us. This responsibility includes discipling children with disability. This 2-session course equips Children’s ministry leaders and volunteers with the biblical insights and an understanding of common special needs among children. We will learn ways to engage them as well as adapt teaching methods and activities that help foster belonging and meaningful engagement.
Overall, you will be presented strategies for holistic management of issues to gain an understanding that there are many complex pastoral issues surrounding disability inclusion and be convicted of the importance of building relationships with special families, ultimately strategizing for disability inclusion.
Session 1
- Define the Biblical goal and core heartbeat of an Inclusive discipleship of children, recognising that children with and without disabilities belong together in the classroom
- Develop a better understanding of some common special needs in children you may teach in the Sunday School classroom
- Identify, describe and apply useful behavioural management strategies to manage unexpected behaviour, encourage good behaviour and prevent challenging behaviour
- Understand how children with special needs can be loved and discipled through implementing inclusive practices in the Sunday School classroom
Session 2
- Identify the key components of a physically and emotionally safe Sunday school classroom environment
- The Church Enabled to Welcome and Disciple People of All Abilities
- Model inclusive attitudes and language to shape understanding and promote empathy among all children
- Understand common and complex pastoral issues faced by special families, including emotional, relational, and spiritual challenges
- Explain the importance of whole-church involvement in supporting families with children with disabilities
🗓️ Saturdays, 31 Jan 2026 (Session 1) and 14 Mar 2026 (Session 2)
⏰ 9am to 1pm
📍 Jordan Hall
🗣️ Koinonia Inclusion Network (KIN) (For more information about KIN, visit Koinonia Inclusion Network)
Register here by 25 Jan 2026. For enquiries, email to nurture@plmc.org
Discipleship & nurture
DISCIPLE Course Programme
🗓️ Jan -Nov 2026 [Term Break: Jun 2026]
⏰ D1: 9.45am-12pm, Conference Room or 7.30pm-10pm, Zoom, D2: 7.45pm-10pm, Jerusalem Room, D4: 7.30pm-10pm, Jerusalem Room
💰Cost: $30 for study Manual
The Discipleship & Nurture Ministry will be holding its next run of the Disciple courses from January 2026. Registration is now open.
DISCIPLE is a four-part study programme that brings you on a journey through the Bible from survey of the entire Bible (DISCIPLE 1) to deeper understanding by focusing on individual books (DISCIPLE 2, 3 & 4). The aim of this series is not merely information, but the transformation of heart and mind as you allow God’s Word to get into you and change you.
1. DISCIPLE 1: BECOMING DISCIPLES THROUGH BIBLE STUDY is the Foundational Overview. This first DISCIPLE Bible study serves as the basis for all other studies in the DISCIPLE family that follow. Over the course of 34 weeks, DISCIPLE covers the entire Bible (Old and New Testaments), following the biblical story from Creation to New Jerusalem.
Dates: 19, 26 Jan, 2, 9 Feb, 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Mar, 6, 13, 20, 27 Apr, 4, 11, 18, 25 May, 6, 13, 20, 27 Jul, 3, 17, 24, 31 Aug, 7, 14, 21, 28 Sep, 5, 12, 19, 26 Oct and 2 Nov (Mon)
[Term Break: June 2026]
Time: 9.45am to 12noon
Venue: Conference Room
Fee: $30 for Study Manual
Dates: 20, 27 Jan, 3, 10 Feb, 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 Mar, 7, 14, 21, 28 Apr, 5, 12, 19, 26 May, 7, 14, 21, 28 Jul, 4, 11, 18, 25 Aug, 8, 15, 22, 29 Sep, 6, 13, 20, 27 Oct and 3 Nov (Tue)
[Term Break: June 2026]
Time: 7.30pm to 10pm
Venue: Zoom
Fee: $30 for Study Manual
All participants must attend an ONLINE Introductory Session on 12 Jan 2026 at 7.30pm.
2. DISCIPLE 2: INTO THE WORD INTO THE WORLD is a 32-week study which offers a deeper examination of Genesis, Exodus, Luke and Acts, emphasizing the rhythm of coming to God and going for God… approaching all experiences of life as opportunities for faithful witness and service. [Pre-requisite: Must have graduated from DISCIPLE 1.]
Dates: 15, 22, 29 Jan, 5, 12 Feb, 5, 12, 19, 26 Mar, 9, 16, 23, 30 Apr, 7, 14, 21 May, 9, 16, 23, 30 Jul, 6, 13, 20, 27 Aug, 3, 10, 17, 24 Sep, 1, 8, 15, 22 Oct (Thurs)
[Term Break: June 2026]
Time: 7.45pm to 10pm
Venue: Jerusalem Room
Fee: $30 for Study Manual
3. DISCIPLE 4: UNDER THE TREE OF LIFE conveys the promise of finding shelter, security, and rest in God’s love. In this 32-week study of the Old Testament Writings, the Gospel of John, the Epistles of John, James, Jude and finally, Revelation, participants will see the entire process of living toward final completion of rest and reward. [Pre-requisite: Must have graduated from DISCIPLE 1.]
Dates: 6, 13 Jan; 3, 10 Feb; 3, 10, 17, 31 Mar; 7, 14, 21 Apr; 5, 12, 19 May; 2, 9, 30 Jun; 7, 14, 21 Jul; 4, 11, 18 Aug; 1, 15, 29 Sep; 6, 13, 20 Oct; 3, 10, 17 Nov (Tue)
Time: 7.30pm to 10pm
Venue: Jerusalem Room
Fee: $30 for Study Manual
Click here to register by 4 January 2026. Payment details will be emailed to you after the closing date. Email your enquiries to nurture@plmc.org.
Family Life Ministry
The Art of Marriage
📆 15-17 March 2026
📍 St Giles Southkey, Johor Bahru, Malaysia
💰 $330 per couple (includes 2 nights’ stay, breakfast, lunch & tea-break), special rate of $280 for leaders and spouse. *Fee is extended to the Methodist Family. Unsubsidized fee of $580 applies to all others
What is God’s design for marriage? Strengthen your marriage and build stronger relationships through the Art of Marriage retreat. The program, created by Cru Family Life, includes a video series of guidance from marriage and family experts and pastors as well as sharing by couples of God’s grace and mercy in the different seasons of their lives.
As a gesture of blessing and gratitude to the leaders of PLMC, leaders and their spouses will get a special rate. So do register early.
Date: 15-17 March 2026
Venue: St Giles Southkey, Johor Bahru, Malaysia
Registration fee*: $330 per couple (includes 2 nights’ stay, breakfast, lunch & tea-break), special rate of $280 for leaders and spouse
*Fee is extended to the Methodist Family. Unsubsidized fee of $580 applies to all others
Registration closes: 31 Jan 2026
For more enquiries, kindly contact Joshua at familylife@plmc.org
Family Life Ministry
PLMC Marriage Preparation Course 2026
📆 Wed: 11 Mar, 18 Mar, 25 Mar, 8 Apr, 15 Apr, 22 Apr, Sat: 25 Apr
⏰ Wed (7.30pm-9.45pm), Sat (9am-12.30pm)
📍PLMC
💰 $100/couple
The PLMC Marriage Preparation Course is designed to provide valuable insights for couples as they journey towards marriage. This course facilitates a deeper understanding of their relationship with their partner and covers a number of topics important to a strong marriage.
This course is based on and uses the materials of The Marriage Preparation Course (published by Alpha International) which was developed by Nicky and Sila Lee who are on staff at Holy Trinity Brompton, London, UK. Besides viewing the video teaching by Nicky & Sila each week, there are also live speaker sessions, couple discussion time and sharing with other participants in small groups.
Topics covered during the course include the Biblical perspective on marriage, effective communication, the importance of commitment, conflict resolution strategies, couple’s goals and values, maintaining a vibrant love and dealing with finances.
In addition, there’s a Prepare/Enrich couple assessment that seeks to help the couple identify their strengths and their areas for growth. A designated facilitator will help couples apply what they learn from the assessment to their relationship.
2026 Wed, 7.30pm-9.45pm
11 Mar – Biblical view of Marriage
18 Mar – Communication
25 Mar – Conflict
8 Apr – Commitment
15 Apr – Connection
22 Apr – Adventure
2026 Sat, 9am-12.30pm
25 Apr – Dealing with Finances & Other Topics
Couples planning to marry are encouraged to attend the course at least one year before their wedding date. Please note that this course is conducted only once a year.
Registration link: tinyurl.com/PLMC-MPC26
Course fee: $100/couple
Registration will close on 8 Feb 2026.
As there are limited slots, payment is to be made after the close of registration.
For more information, please contact Joshua Heng at familylife@plmc.org or call the office at 6285 1234.