Courses, Talks & Workshops
Discipleship & nurture
Are you curious about what Christianity is? You want to share the gospel with a friend or family member, but do not know how? Join us or invite them to the Alpha Course. The Alpha Course is an opportunity to explore the Christian faith in a relaxed environment. It is a practical introduction to the basics of Christianity centred around a talk and small group discussion.
Who is Alpha for?
Anyone can come to the Alpha Course! You don’t need to be a Christian or churchgoer to qualify. We welcome anyone who is interested to know more about the Christian faith, and what God says about life.
What is it?
Alpha is a series of interactive sessions that explore the meaning of life. A topic is explored followed by a discussion where you can freely ask questions and share your opinions. It’s fun, relaxed, and totally no pressure.
When?
The course will happen on：
📆 Saturdays: 28 Feb, 7, 14, 21, 28 Mar, 11, 18, 25 Apr 2026
🕑 10am – 12.30pm
Alpha Weekend: 18 Apr 2026 from 10am – 5pm
Click here to invite a friend and sign up with him/her.
For enquiries, email to nurture@plmc.org
Topics & Schedule:
- Introduction: Is There More to Life Than This?
- Who is Jesus? Why Did Jesus Die?
- How Can I Have Faith? Why & How Do I Pray?
- Why & How Should I Read The Bible? How does God guide us? Who is the Holy Spirit? What Does the Holy Spirit do?
- Holy Spirit Weekend. How to be filled with the Holy Spirit?
- How can I resist evil? How should I tell others?
- Does God heal? What about the church?
Register Here
Registration will close on 22 Feb 2026.
For enquiries, email nurture@plmc.org or call the church office at 6285 1234.
Learn more about Alpha here.
Discipleship & nurture
Baptism & Membership Class 圣洗礼与入会礼
📆 Combined Baptism Service: Sun, 17 May 2026 / 3pm – 5pm
📆 Confirmation Sunday: Sun, 24 May 2026 at respective services
📆 联合圣洗礼：2026年5月17日（星期日）下午3点举行
📆 入会礼： 2026年5月24日 (星期日) 在聚会中进行
Download Adult Baptism and Membership Form
下载 成人洗礼和会员表格
Download Infant and Child Baptism Form (below 16 yrs old)
下载 婴孩/儿童圣洗礼表格 (16岁以下）
A. Baptism & Membership Class
(16 years old and above)
We are thrilled to invite all individuals 16 years and above to join our upcoming Baptism and Membership Class! This is a wonderful opportunity for those who are seeking a deeper connection with their faith and the local church community. It is a chance to publicly declare your commitment to Christ through baptism and becoming a member of the local assembly.
If you desire to be baptised and become a member of our church family, go to the link now and register for the upcoming class.
Pre-requisite:
Baptism: Individual must have professed faith in Jesus Christ
Membership: Individual must have attended PLMC Sunday service regularly for 6 months
What to Expect:
Baptismal Preparation: Discover the significance of baptism and the joy of professing your faith through this sacred ceremony.
Membership Insights: Gain insights into the rich history, values, and mission of our church. Understand what it means to be a vital part of our church family.
Fellowship and Connection: Connect with fellow seekers and believers, building meaningful relationships within our church community.
Download the Adult Baptism and Membership Form and send the completed form with a IC Photo to nurture@plmc.org before 15 February 2026.
Do take note that your application will be delayed if your form is incomplete. If you need a physical copy of the Adult Baptism and Membership Form please visit the church office at Covenant Block Level 3.
For enquiries, email to nurture@plmc.org
Dates/Time: 28 Feb; 7, 14 Mar; 18, 25 Apr; 9 May (Saturdays)/ 10am to 12noon
Ministry Weekend: 28 Mar and 11 Apr (Saturdays)/ 9.30am to 4pm (Candidates will be assigned to one of the Ministry Weekends)
Venue: Covenant Chapel (Covenant Block, Level 4)
Combined Baptism Service: Sunday, 17 May 2026 / 3pm – 5pm
Confirmation Sunday: Sunday, 24 May 2026 at respective services
B. Infant/Child Baptism
(Below 16 years old)
Parents who desire to have your child baptised have to attend a briefing session by the pastor to help you understand your responsibility in your child’s faith journey.
(Pre-requisite: At least one of the parents must be a PLMC member).
Download the Infant and Child Baptism Form and send the completed form with the required documents to nurture@plmc.org before 15 February 2026. Do take note that your application will be delayed if your form is incomplete. For enquiries, email to nurture@plmc.org
Compulsory Parent’s Briefing session: Monday, 27 April 2026 at 8pm
Venue: ZOOM
Infant/Child Baptism Service: Sunday, 17 May 2026 / 3pm – 5pm
活石华语聚会
1. 成人 / 青少年圣洗礼及入会礼 (16岁及以上）
联合圣洗礼：2026年5月17日（星期日）下午3点举行
入会礼： 2026年5月24日 (星期日) 在聚会中进行
有意要接受圣洗礼、入会或转会成为 PLMC 的会员，请下载成人洗礼和会员表格
填妥完整的表格和资料电邮至 livingstones@plmc.org
*请注意，如果您之前受过洗礼，并不意味着您已经是会员。
以下是所规定的条件：
1. 必须出席实体的预备课程（6堂课程）
日期：2026年3月21日, 28日, 4月11日, 18日 及25日，5月2日
时间：早上10点至12点 （星期六）
地点：教会课室
报名截止日期： 2026年3月1日
2. 加入PLMC 的细胞小组
2. 儿童与婴孩圣洗礼及入会礼 (16岁以下）
家长们， 若您有意要让您的孩子接受圣洗礼，请下载婴孩/儿童圣洗礼表格
填妥完整的表格和资料电邮至 livingstones@plmc.org
最迟于2026年3月1日(星期日) 之前提交至本教会。
温馨提醒：请遵守以下的规定：
1. 其中的一名家长必须已经受洗或已出席所安排的洗礼的预备课程。
2. 家长也必须出席一堂有关婴孩与儿童圣洗礼的预备课程。详情会再另行通知。
婴孩/儿童圣洗礼日期：2026年5月17日 (星期日)洗礼仪式将会与联合圣洗礼一起举行
Discipleship & nurture
Inclusive Discipleship for Children
🗓️ Saturdays, 31 Jan 2026 (Session 1) and 14 Mar 2026 (Session 2)
⏰ 9am – 12.30pm
📍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 12.30pm
📍 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 <Note: Registration is CLOSED for D1 via ZOOM – fully subscribed>
D2: 7.45pm-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
<Note: Registration is CLOSED for D1 via ZOOM – fully subscribed>
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 <Note: Registration is CLOSED – fully subscribed> 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.
Young Adults
Young Adults – Modern Love, Ancient Wisdom Talk cum Panel Discussion
📆 Saturday, 7 February 2026
🕑 10.30am-12.30pm
📍 Covenant Chapel L4
🗣️ Bradley Garrett & panel speakers
Dating today is complicated—but God’s wisdom isn’t. On February 7, our Ministry to Young Adults is organising an event titled Modern Love, Ancient Wisdom, which will dive into what the Bible really teaches about singleness, dating, and marriage, and how to apply it in a modern world. This will be followed by a panel with speakers from varied relationship backgrounds. Get answers. Get perspective. Get encouraged.
🗓️ Saturday, 7 Feb 2026
⏰ 10.30am-12.30pm
📍 Covenant Chapel L4
🗣️ Bradley Garrett & panel speakers
Click here to register by 1 Feb.