TCMC Updates

On October 11, 2025, the youth of the Young Professionals Group gathered together under the warm sunshine, enjoying an evening filled with laughter and warmth. Everyone sat around, sharing the joys and challenges of life, while the table was laden with delicious food, radiating the warmth of home. The pastor and his wife engaged in lively conversation with the young people, creating a vibrant atmosphere. The girls were beaming with smiles, and the boys carried themselves with confidence, filling the entire group with energy and hope.

On October 11, 2025, the Bethlehem group will hold a gathering.

The Sunday School's small class holiday craft session provides children with a creative and hands-on opportunity, aimed at inspiring their imagination and creativity through fun craft activities. The course content is rich and suitable for children of different age groups, helping them to learn and grow in a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere.

On October 4, 2025, the brothers and sisters of the Bethany group gathered together in the vibrant season of spring for a warm and joyful time of fellowship. Sitting around the table, we enjoyed a delicious dinner, sharing snippets of our lives and filling the room with laughter. After our meal, we watched a film that prompted us to reflect on the connection between our faith and daily life, encouraging one another and nourishing our spiritual lives. May our group continue to grow in love and find joy and peace in the Lord together.

In October, the beauty of Lake Taupo is truly a sight to behold, and the brothers and sisters of the Taupo group gathered together in joyful fellowship, sharing in the joy of the Lord. During our meeting, we enjoyed delicious food, cared for one another, and shared our faith experiences. Laughter and conversation filled the air, creating a warm and loving atmosphere. Each gathering is a moment of grace bestowed by God, reminding us to continue moving forward in the Lord, building each other up, and growing together. May the Taupo group thrive in the springtime, bearing even more beautiful fruit.

On September 28, 2025, we will celebrate the birthdays of our brothers and sisters born in September.

The Grace Church celebrated its anniversary, with a gathering that was both solemn and joyful, attended by many brothers and sisters in Christ. During the event, everyone watched a slideshow of the church's anniversary photos, bearing witness to God's work within the church. The ushers warmly welcomed each guest and distributed handmade cards crafted by the youth, conveying God's blessings. The worship team led the congregation in praising the Lord, and Sister Yajun's testimony deeply touched many hearts. The first speaker of the annual conference, Pastor Chen Liliang, was also present to deliver a sermon, encouraging everyone to live out their faith mission. The children's performance was lively and moving, showcasing their praise for God. The event featured musical performances, and together, everyone counted the blessings and expressed gratitude for the past year. The cake-cutting segment and singing of the birthday song added to the festive atmosphere. Pastors and the congregation prayed together and shared a bountiful dinner, fostering fellowship and connection. In the end, the event expressed gratitude to all those who have quietly contributed behind the scenes.

Last Sunday, the youth fellowship held an event where everyone came together to create heart-shaped origami and write scripture verses on them, encouraging and sharing with one another. This hands-on activity not only enhanced our practical skills and creativity but also served as a reminder for everyone to keep God's word close to our hearts and to live it out and share it with others. The Psalms remind us: "I have hidden your word in my heart that I might not sin against you." We hope that as the children grow, they will find strength in God's word. Additionally, the younger children joyfully played badminton in the space, building their physical strength and enjoying the joyful atmosphere of fellowship.

The Bethlehem Group gathered once again in September, where brothers and sisters came together to worship, watch a video, and pray, finding encouragement in one another. The video we watched, "Real Emotions Tribe," reminded us that ordinary Christians can make a significant impact. We shared a bountiful meal, with smiles lighting up our faces. We prayed that our gathering would not only provide delicious food but also the spiritual nourishment from God that satisfies our hearts, minds, and souls. May we live out the likeness of Christ in our daily lives and become a blessing to others.

The Bethany Group held a gathering in September, where members shared updates on their lives and encouraged one another in the Lord. Everyone expressed a desire to renew and grow in faith, living out the call to "encourage one another and build each other up." (1 Thessalonians 5:11)

On September 6, 2025, the Capernaum group gathered in a warm fellowship for prayer and sharing, filling our hearts with peace and joy. Together, we held onto the words of the Lord: “Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters.” (Colossians 3:23)

After the Sunday service, the church celebrated the birthdays of our brothers and sisters born in August. Together, we prayed, entrusting them to the Lord, and we hope that in this new year of their lives, they will be filled with God's grace and blessings. The Psalms remind us how wonderful it is for brothers and sisters to dwell together in harmony; it is like precious oil flowing down Aaron's head, like the dew falling on Mount Zion, for there the Lord bestows His eternal blessing.