In the afternoon of Jan. 15, the first monthly KW Chinese Focus divine service in 2017 was held by Ev. Zhu, assisted by Ev. Truong and Deacon Yang at Margaret Avenue church with Bible text : Revelation 1:17 And when I saw Him, I fell at His feet as dead. But He laid His right hand on me, saying to me, “Do not be afraid; I am the First and the Last.” The Service was followed by Bible study of Catechism Q&A book. Our retired D.Ap Latorcai joined us for the service, Bible study, and potluck fellowship. During which, he answered many spiritual related questions and shared his personal experiences of faith.

 

At the same time, total of 18 sisters and brothers from Willowdale Chinese Focus group gathered at Frank and Erin’s house to have first time Chinese bible study in the new year. Sister Erin and brother Frank’s house was in countryside, surrounded by trees. The weather was cold but it did not stop the sisters and brothers’ desire to learn God’s words. Sister Mei hosted the bible study by referring to Bible text: MATTHEW 18 -21: 35: Then Peter came to Jesus and asked, “ Lord, how many times shall I forgive my brother when he sins against me? Up to seven times? Jesus answered, “ I tell you, not seven times, but seventy-seven times…. ‘ This is how my heavenly Father will treat each of you unless you forgive your brother from your heart.” Through the study, our sisters and brothers have learned the secret of forgiving others, which is from God’s grace as God forgives men when men sin against God. So we also have forgiven our debtors. At the end of the bible study, sisters and brothers also practiced pray for others. The whole session of bible study was very good.