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Taupo Group

Queenstown celebrates its 5th anniversary, reflecting on the journey and achievements of the past while looking forward to future visions and goals. During this event, various celebrations will be held to attract both tourists and local residents to participate together, strengthening the sense of community.

Bethlehem

The 2023 New Year Sunday service at the Grace Chinese Methodist Church was held with great enthusiasm. Everyone gathered together to celebrate the arrival of the New Year, joyfully welcoming the new beginnings it brings.

The Sunday School graduation ceremony for children in December 2022 was successfully held, celebrating the growth and progress of the children in their learning.

The 2022 Children's Sunday School Christmas rehearsal and performance took place as scheduled. Under the guidance of their teachers, the children engaged in focused rehearsals. On Christmas Sunday, the children entered the venue in an orderly manner, using their wonderful performances to worship the Lord.

In November 2022, the Youth Fellowship held a pottery event where participants attentively listened to the instructions, tapped into their imagination and artistic abilities, and created their own pieces of art. The event was a success, and the young people discovered new hobbies during the process. They are looking forward to retrieving their creations in two weeks.

In the highlights of the 2022 Children's Sunday School, the younger class actively engaged in learning God's Word and participated in craft activities. The older siblings in the big class played board games and did crafts with the little ones, demonstrating the patience and support of the youth group. Additionally, during the holiday activities, the youth group took the younger children on a picnic, enhancing their interaction and communication with one another.

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In 2022, the life of the Jiaen Church was vibrant and diverse, encompassing activities such as birthday celebrations, in-person worship, testimonies of faith, small group gatherings, and informational meetings for courses. During the pandemic, the church cared for its members through online meetings and visitation ministries, recognizing that spiritual growth is deeply rooted in the study of the Bible. On September 18, the church celebrated its 16th anniversary, with brothers and sisters coming together to share gratitude and blessings. In her testimony, Sister Yang Zhimei shared a touching story about her sister, illustrating the intertwining of family, faith, and life. Ultimately, her sister accepted Jesus before passing away, bringing peace and hope to their family.

The 2022 Youth Fellowship Camp was held from January 14 to 16, where the children from the Sunday School's senior class shared and learned about God's Word with one another during the activities.

In 2021, the activities at Grace Church were diverse and vibrant, including a one-day camp for the middle school Sunday School, a short-term mission team trip to Taupo, the New Year Sunday service, and Easter Sunday, all aimed at fostering friendship and cooperation among believers. The church also initiated discipleship training and online gatherings to adapt to the challenges brought by the pandemic. Believers shared their personal faith testimonies, expressing gratitude and reliance on the Lord, while emphasizing the positive impact of faith on their lives. The children's Sunday School ministry is regarded as an important part of evangelism, helping children to develop Christ-like character.