My feelings about CG

I have been with this cg ever since i came church. Over the years, i myself have been impacted by the efforts of others, in small and big ways. All of it had formed an integral part of my opinion towards cg, which i firmly believe that it is a loving cg.

Don't get me wrong. It is not a perfect cg. There were my down periods when i felt my efforts were overlooked and taken for granted. But it was through it all that i realised that my expectations of people should not be referenced to perfection, but instead i should adopt a more open and loving heart towards my friends.

There was an instance lately that had penetrated my heart. It convinced me that this cg is made up of people who cares. On a saturday after our usual service, i was staying back to clean up the hall. It was one of those "long-support" days that ushers know very well. So the story goes that i was covering the seats with the thick black cloth, and i was very tired.

"Are you done? Will you be going for fellowship?", he asked.

"Dun think so. Still doing ushering. Prob around 9plus then finish", i replied.

"Where are you? I come and help you," he said with a convincing tone.

And he did came. Within around 5minutes. And he helped me out until we came to fellowship together.

The point here is this. He wasn't an usher, and the reason why he was still around in church so late was he was doing his ministry elsewhere. But he made a stand to assist me in whatever he could. That was a point of reference that this cg is worth a lot.

There are many more examples that i could share, but its quite impossible to say them altogether. I just hope that this story has inspired you. See you this coming friday! :)

Angel and Mortal Game

Hi guys, the angels have descended on E371 to spread love and warmth. Who are they? YOU!!! Yes YOU can be part of this exciting game where we are going to bless each other and get blessed in return by others.

Rules of the game:

1) PLEASE DO NOT REVEAL YOUR IDENTITY TO YOUR MORTAL. Penalty will be dealt by the devil... ME I guess... hee hee
2) Gifts do not have to be expensive, as it is the thoughts that count. Advice to score points is to choose something appropriate for your mortal according to his interests and likings.
3) Cards can only be handwritten, not printed. You can print the designs etc but the message needs to be handwritten for sincerity, and it makes the game exciting as you need to conceal your handwriting hee hee...
4) Presentation plays a part so it is not advisable to wrap with newspaper or put in NTUC plastic bag etc
5) Those lazy angels will be smite by The Almighty Johnson himself or ME the devil... hee hee... so if you find that you receive nothing for that week, inform either of us.
6) You are to rate your angel every week
Gift= 10%
Card= 10%
Presentation= 5%
Total= 25% X 4 weeks= 100%
7) It is possible to redeem yourself if you forget to give for that week, as all of us are always full of grace and mercy. The following week you just need to put in more effort and your mortal can rate you 25%X2= 50%
8) The angel with the highest rating at the end will receive a blessing.
9) The angel with the lowest rating at the end... you shall face the wrath of the devil... you guys know what kind of sabo I am capable of... muah ha ha

That's all folks... let the fun begin...

Tree top walk outing: 13th September

Reviews has rated it challenging and exciting, so do come prepared for an adventure of a lifetime! :)

We will probably meet at 830am at Venus Drive carpark near Upper Thomson Road and after we complete the walk we shall go for lunch together. It is going to be fun, fun and more fun! So do come!

MacRitchie
What: HSBC TreeTop Walk, Central Catchment Nature Reserve
Getting there: By bus: 74, 93, 130, 132, 156, 157, 162, 165, 166, 167, 852, 855 and 980 to MacRitchie Reservoir Park along Lornie Road. By car: Enter park via Lornie Road.
Distance: 10.3km loop trail from MacRitchie Nature Trail, includes 250m suspension treetop bridge.
Difficulty level: Trail: Moderate to difficult, gravel terrain and boardwalk, some parts uphill. Bridge: Easy.
Walking time: Two to three hours on the trail one way, 10 minutes or longer on the bridge, depending on individual's pace and interest.
Elevation: 27m, about seven storeys.
What to see: 90 species of birds, including white-bellied sea eagle and drongo cuckoo, reptiles including black-bearded dragon, and 18 rare trees and climbers.
Opening hours: 9am to 5pm, last entry to bridge at 4.45pm. Closed on Mondays. Free admission.
Nearest facilities: Toilets and water cooler at Ranger Station, about two hours' walk from the start of trail or 30 minutes' walk from the end of the TreeTop Walk.