Hope Malaysia Central Northern Conference 2016

 

On October 28th 2016 at 4pm, the once deserted four-story corner shoplot in Taman Sea came alive. Empty car parks are fully parked with cars and people were swarming in through the main door. But to the members of Hope KL, this was no surprise because the building is named Hope Lighthouse and it would be the venue for Central Northern Conference (CNC) 2016 for the next three days. Hosted by Hope Kuala Lumpur, the organisers were expecting seven to eight hundred delegates to turn up.

It was a Friday and not only will it be the opening night for CNC, it would also be the official opening of Hope Lighthouse. Food trucks were parked outside the building and people were lining up for the food. There were a total of eleven different centers and churches participating in this year’s CNC. Each centre blessed the church opening with flowers, a variety of food and their presence in witnessing this meaningful moment.

 

For the opening ceremony, a talented team of choir and dancers filled the stage with melodic voices and theatrical performance. Following that, a video on the idea “Multiply” was played. President of H.I.M and Senior Pastor of Hope KL, Pastor Simon Eng, stepped on stage to welcome everyone. Pastor Simon went on to explain the theme for 2016’s CNC, Multiply. The aim of putting Multiply as the theme for 2016’s CNC, was so that everyone attending will have a desire in their heart to not stay in comfort zone and reach out to the people around, and in that way, multiply.

 

Ps Larry Kreider, founder and international director of DOVE Christian Fellowship International, was the special guest to bless the church opening and to teach the first two sessions. The author of 30 books touched on the topic of spiritual parents and after the sermon, he engaged the congregation to pray for the leaders. Pastor Larry concluded by blessing the church.

 

On Saturday, Pastor Jeff Yuen stood on stage and spoke in the Central Northern Convention for the first time. A tall man in his 40s, the Singaporean pastor brought a surge of energy on stage. Behind the mic, he does not restrict himself from bursts of loud hearty laughter, showing himself to be a casual preacher, as if speaking to a close friend. At the same time, he grabbed attention when he used a wide range of his voice intonation to capture the audience.

 

Throughout the time, Pastor Jeff and his team constantly dropped words of knowledge for specific people. By calling out names, birth dates, illnesses and pains in specific regions in the bodies, anyone who personally identified with the calls were invited to respond by approaching the team for prayer. Many whom responded to the Word of Knowledge shared how the burdens in their hearts were acknowledged and ministered to. As for the healing, the Lord’s healing graced the sick, many who had back and knee pain were relieved from the misery and they stood out to testify.

 

Bob and Kathy Fitts conducted two life-impacting workshops and led Sunday Praise and Worship during CNC. What stood out most was their down-to-earth, no airs and easy going personality. Bob immediately put everyone at ease with his Malaysian words like “Relak” and “Teh tarik”. All who attended, whether young or old, gravitated instantly towards the flow and lifestyle of worship this couple brought. The instant heart connection with God our good, good Father was very tangible.

At the workshop, Bob shared some Keys to Longevity in Ministry. Having a deeper awareness to see God afresh and experience His love on a daily basis is one of the keys. He explained that the human DNA is to designed to worship God and that all of creation is meant to vibrate worship to God. He went on to share that it is God’s desire for His people to become a dynasty of worshippers.

Bob also emphasised the importance of the Word of God. A believer need to desire to read and speak the Word of God especially when the enemy accuses them and puts fear in their life. It is important to note that worship is not just singing, but also meditating and living out the Word of God.

 

On Sunday, a special ceremony took place in Trinity hall 1 of Hope Lighthouse. Fifteen senior leaders of Hope Church marched in with state flags. Then, fifteen new generation youngsters took over the flags from the senior leaders, signifying the younger ones filling up the role of a God-fearing and Christ-like generation. This forward-looking and faith-filled ceremony concluded CNC 2016.

 

Hope Kids Conference 2016 was a blast for both the children and the teachers who each have had their own unique encounters with God at this conference. The junior children (ages 4-6) learned precious lessons through lots of hands on experience such as play dough, slime and crafts that brought the various bible stories to life. The senior children from ages 7-12 went on an exciting adventure specially created by the teachers. Through skits, sharing and science experiments, the children learnt and understood that the greatest mission is to win souls for the Kingdom of God. The worship sessions were especially wonderful, as children from different cultures, language backgrounds and states sang together in different languages with such a sincere heart of worship. Many parents commented to the teachers that the children were excited to arrive early for the conference and also encouraged their parents to do so.

Written by Joyce Ling and Debbie Wee

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Ps Brendan Kirby

Brendan and Helen Kirby are the founding pastors of Hope Church in Adelaide. Brendan became a Christian in 1984, and joined Hope Melbourne in 1991. In the 80’s Brendan trained in physics at The University Of Melbourne, and graduated with a PhD in 1989. Since then he has worked as a post doctoral fellow and research scientist for about 23 years in various government research organizations. He married Helen in 1994, and in early 1998 they moved to Adelaide plant the Hope Church together while they both were working. He resigned his job as a research scientist for the Australian Defence in 2012 to work full time as a pastor.  Brendan is passionate about building and planting churches, and oversees churches in Perth, West Africa, Central Africa and India.

Ps Lance Wolter

Ps Lance & Belle were married in 2006 while pioneering Hope Church Gold Coast. As time went on they began to also become more and more involved helping with other churches in Australia and missional work (especially in Africa). In late 2018, they both took a leap of faith and relocated to Southern Africa to help churches in that region to become more fruitful in discipleship and the multiplication of churches. They are currently serving over 180 churches in Southern and Eastern Africa as well as churches in Gold Coast, New South Wales and ACT (Australia). Lance and Belle are passionate about pioneering community empowerment and social justice projects for the poorest of the poor. The family is also blessed with two beautiful children, Michael and Hadessah.

Ps Chaiyapruck Pewruangnont

Pastor Chaiyapruck Pewruangnont came to know Jesus Christ in 1988 at Hope of Bangkok church when he was a high school student. After he graduated with a Bachelor Degree of Architechure from KMITL Bangkok, he was trained and sent out to be the pastor of Hope of Hatyai church in 1996. He then moved to be a regional pastor at Hope Nakornrachasima and oversaw the North East region of Thailand. In 2000, he moved to Hope Bangkok church to join the pastoral team and oversaw the North region of Bangkok. In 2002, he moved back to Hatyai again and oversaw the Southern and North East of Thailand. He is currently the Vice President of HIM Thailand. Pastor Chaiyapruck is married to Pastor Patcharee. They have 2 daughters.

Ps Chuchat Chaisombat

Pastor Chuchat Chaisombat grew up in Payao, Northern Thailand.  After graduating in Economics, he started to serve God as a full-time pastoral staff.  He now lives with his wife Siriphorn in Chiangmai. He graduated in Master of Ministry from Bangkok Bible Seminary (BBS). He is currently the President of HIM Thailand, and leads the HIM churches in Thailand. Chuchat enjoys pioneering churches and discipleship.  He has a deep desire to inspire and help Christ-followers to be passionate for God and to serve Him until their last breath.

Ps James Loke

James Loke graduated in economics and worked in the central bank in Singapore. He then received a sovereign call to serve God in the mission field whence he travelled widely to preach and teach the Word of God. He is based in Singapore, where he serves God with his wife Christine. He oversees HIM churches in Thailand and the Philippines.  James believes that God wants His people to know Him well and to have a close relationship with Him and with fellow believers.  James desires Christ-followers to be passionate for God, mature in Christ and live pragmatic lives honouring Him.Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo.

Ps Prakich Treetasayuth

Pastor Prakich Treetasayuth received a Bachelor’s Degree of Science, majoring in Biochemistry, from Chulalongkorn University, Thailand. He was awarded a Master’s Degree of Philosophy in Theology from the Norwegian School of Theology, Religion and Society. After receiving Christ in Hope of Bangkok Church in 1988, he was committed to the church and its ministry in many areas including biblical studies. In 1995, he became a regional pastor and the Head of Publication, in charge of the church’s teaching materials. He was appointed as the Pastor over Student Ministry in 1999 until he relocated to Europe in 2004 in his new role as the Regional Pastor over Hope Europe. God called him back to Thailand in 2021 for an additional role as the General Secretary for Thailand Bible Society. Pastor Prakich is gifted in leadership, word of encouragement and as a shepherd and a teacher.

Ps Kwong Lie Ong

Pastor Ong Kwong Lie pioneered Hope Johor Bahru (in Malaysia) in the year 1993. With a humble beginning of 1 person, today the church consists of more than 200 members and is still growing. Besides pastoring Hope Johor Bahru, he also oversees daughter churches in the state of Johor and Malacca. God has also entrusted him to oversee churches in Japan, Taiwan, Indonesia and India. Pastor Kwong Lie graduated from Harvest Bible College in Melbourne with Diploma in Christian Ministry in 1991. He is married to Pastor Swee Min and they have 2 sons. Pastor Swee Min supports him in his pastoral role locally and internationally.

Ps Denis Lu

Pastor Denis Lu was one of the pioneering members of Hope Kuching with Pastor Simon, in 1992. He is currently the Senior Pastor of Hope Kuching. He oversees HIM churches in Malaysia. Denis graduated with a Bachelor of Commerce degree in 1991 from University Newcastle, Australia in 1991. He returned to Kuching, lectured at Stamford College and later became the College’s principal in 1995. He moved on to be an education counselor for Taylor’s College before entering full-time ministry in September 2001. Denis is married to Pastor Chong Hai Eng, who is also the Senior Manager in the HIM Elders’ Office. They have a son.

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Ps Simon Eng

Pastor Simon Eng is a Civil Engineer by training. He has been ministering for over 30 years. His experiences include pioneering Hope Kuching, mentoring leaders and pastors, and ministering in cross-cultural Regional Conferences. Pastor Simon is married to Pastor Lai Eng and they have 3 wonderful children, who are active in their faith as well. Pastor Simon is currently serving as the Senior Pastor of Hope Kuala Lumpur and an Elder in Hope International Ministries. He loves to build God’s people and travels extensively to minister and care for God’s churches.

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Ps Wilson Lim

Wilson and Lai Ling are founding pastors of Hope Church, a thriving multi-site church with its headquarters in Brisbane. Wilson is currently serving as President of HIM and oversees Hope churches in Oceania and North America.  Wilson is known for his lively, engaging expositional preaching, theological and leadership insights as well as apostolic father’s heart.  His passion is teaching, equipping leaders and building the church.  Wilson holds a PhD in Civil Engineering (Monash University) and a MTh (The University of Manchester). He was a research scientist with CSIRO. He also formerly served as a Bible College director and is currently the chairman of Australian Care & Trauma Services.  Lai Ling complements him in ministry with her passion in the areas of prophetic, intercession, pastoral care and counselling.  Together, they minister widely around the world today and founded a ministry equipping website wilsonlailing.com.  They have three adult children and 1 daughter-in-law.