01 Dec 2007

47 Graduates from Methodist Theological School, Sibu

The graduates with lecturers and board members of MTS MTS Chaplain Rev. Tiong Chiw Ing praying for all the graduates
Methodist Theological School (MTS), Sibu, held its 9th graduation service on 27 Oct 2007 at Hwai Ang Church. A total of 47 students graduated this year – a new record for MTS. The graduating class included 4 Theological extension education students, 1 diploma of Christian Studies, 4 Iban students with the Licentiate of Theology, 20 Bachelor of Theology, 3 Bachelor of Divinity, 3 Master of Divinity and 12 Master of Ministry.

“Graduation is a beginning for me, a start of another chapter of my life.” Ting Ee Ling, MTS fresh graduate.

“I treasure everyday because tomorrow might not come. I am eager to serve. I want to share the gospel to people who have not heard Christ’s name,” Wong Siew Ung, a former timber camp manager.
Rev. Ling Heu Uh, President of Sabah Provisional Annual Conference, was invited to give the address. Among those present were Rev. Dr. Su Chii Ann, President of Sarawak Chinese Annual Conference, John Ling, Chairman of the MTS Board, board members, lay leaders, pastors, church members, and family members and friends who brought gifts and flowers to celebrate the happy occasion.

Rev Ling addressed the graduands with a passage from 2 Cor. 3:1-3 – Be the Letter of Christ. “Christians are like letters of recommendation. People read the letter and understand what Christianity is all about. Our life should be a living testimony.” How are we to be a “letter of Christ”? Rev. Ling pointed out five things.
• Living our theology – in every little thing in life, in the small things, let our life be readable.
• Be an example of the message – let our lives be walking sermons.
• Maintain proper relationship – a close walk with God is our number one priority.
• Leave room for God – be open to God and let him come into our lives.
• Be a blessing to others – to those around us especially our non-Christian friends, family and relatives. 

Winnie
From Connection
15 November 2007