TCMC Updates

On June 20, 2025, the Bethlehem group gathered during the public holiday to watch the testimony titled "Overcoming Depression, Emptiness, and Out-of-Control Violence in the Love of the Lord." The brothers and sisters were deeply moved, encouraging one another and praying together. Everyone expressed a desire to shed their old selves in Christ and to live out the heavenly joy and hope that comes from Him, just as it is written in 2 Corinthians 5:17: "Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!"

On a certain date in a certain month, Jia En Church held its annual membership meeting. During the meeting, the church's finance team provided a detailed report on the income and expenditures from the past year, reflecting transparency and gratitude, and bearing witness to God's provision and faithfulness. The leaders of the congregation encouraged everyone to remain united in their service and to continue moving forward in the Lord. The pastor reiterated the church's mission, which includes discipleship training, care, and evangelism, and reviewed the number of baptisms and new members from the past year, as well as the average weekly attendance. The meeting also included the reading of the membership code, inspiring everyone to work together in building God's house. The pastor quoted from 1 Corinthians, encouraging everyone to keep working diligently, for their labor in the Lord is not in vain.

On June 10, 2025, the Cantonese group held a warm gathering where eight sisters came together to share homemade dishes and discuss life and faith. They worshipped together, watched spiritual messages, and shared their heartfelt needs and gratitude during prayer. Although the group was small, the genuine friendships among the sisters and the warmth of the Lord were truly cherished. They are grateful to God for allowing them to grow and support one another in the same spiritual family.

On May 31, 2025, the Taobao group held a warm and heartfelt gathering. Although the number of attendees was small, everyone sat together to share snippets of life and the grace of God, enjoying delicious food while engaging in worship and prayer. During the meeting, we united in prayer, expressing gratitude for the Lord's guidance and experiencing spiritual support and encouragement. We look forward to continuing our journey together in love and growing in faith in the days to come.

On May 17th, the Nazareth Group held a gathering at the home of our group leader, where members came together with a bountiful spread of delicious food. We enjoyed a meal, engaged in fellowship, and shared our faith journeys. The children laughed and played, while the parents connected and prayed around the dining table, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. During the gathering, we also celebrated young Jordan's birthday, singing together and offering our blessings, filling the room with joyful smiles. We are grateful to God for providing us with a spiritual family, allowing us to support one another and grow together in this foreign land.

On May 17, 2025, during the Bethlehem group meeting, we experienced the beauty and brevity of autumn, giving thanks to God for His eternal kingdom. Through the words of Jesus, we not only enjoy a life of abundance but also have the opportunity to help those in need. In our sharing, we acknowledged that it is normal for couples to go through adjustments. The partners God has arranged for us may not always share the same interests, but they can support and uplift one another. May we all grow in love and share the love of Jesus with those around us.

On May 13, 2025, the Cantonese group gathered in the grace of the Lord, sharing a bountiful meal and nourishing our spirits in the heavenly realm, feeling the presence of Jesus among us. The meeting emphasized the significance of language, aiming to express our emotions and communicate in our mother tongue. Together, we explored the mission and direction that Jesus brings, filled with gratitude.

Every year on Mother's Day, the Methodist Church of Grace celebrates Parents' Day, honoring the hard work and dedication of parents. While not everyone has a spouse or children, we all have parents who, though not perfect, play a role in our lives that is close to that of God. They have sacrificed, cared for, and taught us, and we should understand their vulnerabilities. Before the event began, the youth prepared handmade love pins to express gratitude to each parent in attendance. During the event, the Children's Sunday School performed songs for the parents, and Pastor Fang reminded them to raise their children according to biblical teachings, emphasizing that the happiness of the family is built on a close relationship with God. Each parent also received a gift of goat milk soap as a token of appreciation. We hope that every participant leaves with God's grace, allowing Jesus to become the center of their family.

On April 26, 2025, the Taobo group held its meeting as scheduled. Despite being separated by a hundred miles, the members gathered together without hesitation, undeterred by the rain and wind. The love of God brought everyone together in the Lord, creating a strong bond that, though not by blood, felt even more like family.

2025 Online Class Photo of Teachers from "Abundant Grace"

On the recent Easter Sunday, our church held a solemn yet joyful baptism ceremony, during which eight adults and two children were baptized. In the presence of our brothers and sisters in Christ, they symbolically died, were buried, and rose again with the Lord, declaring their commitment to follow Him for the rest of their lives and to live out their new life in Him. Before the baptism, the adult candidates, led by our pastor, publicly declared their faith, expressing their determination to never turn back. This heartfelt moment moved everyone present. During the baptism, one sister humbly knelt down, entrusting her life to the Lord, while the baptismal waters symbolized her rebirth. At the same time, the two children were baptized with their parents by their side, showcasing the beautiful legacy of faith being passed down. After the ceremony, all the baptized individuals took photos with the pastor and church leaders, marking a new beginning in their faith journey and a day of celebration for the entire church community. May the Lord continue to strengthen the faith of the newly baptized.

On Thursday evening, the church held a special service for Good Friday, where believers gathered together to quietly reflect on the suffering and sacrifice of Christ. During the service, through Scripture readings, hymns, prayers, and a brief message, we returned once again to the foot of Calvary, gazing upon our Savior who was crucified for the world. As the lights dimmed, a solemn atmosphere of worship filled the space, allowing everyone to collectively remember the darkness of that night while holding onto the hope of resurrection. It was a quiet yet powerful evening, deepening our understanding of the vastness of the Lord's love and inspiring us to respond more sincerely to His love. All the brothers and sisters present at the Good Friday service also took a group photo together, reminding us that "God demonstrates His own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us." (Romans)