Source/Author: Reported by: April Translated by: Christina

News from SCAC. Dedication of Star Cineplex Sibu

Changing it from a commercial cinema into a gospel one – it is a first in Malaysia.

On 24 July 2013, Star Cineplex Sibu, in corporation with Sarawak Chinese Annual Conference (SCAC), was dedicated for the purpose of spreading the Good News. It involves re-directing an old cinema with a new mission to serve the public with E-movies provided by Information Communication Board (ICB) of SCAC. The Managing Director of Star Cineplex Sibu Mr Wong Tiong Hock and his wife, and the Executive Director Wong Kai Lim, signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Chairman of ICB, Mr Kong Kek Ming under the witness of the President of SCAC Rev Su Chii Ann.

During the launching and dedication ceremony, Rev Su said in his speech that it is not easy to educate the new generation with words, thus if the message can be conveyed through E-movies, the results would be two-fold.

“It is also not easy to invite non-Christians to church; however, it would be different going to a movie. Besides that, the story speaks to the audience leaving behind a vivid image. It is thus a good way to convey the gospel.”

Rev Su used the word ‘E.A.S.Y’ to relay his message. E is for ‘Entertainment and relaxation’. The present society needs entertainments that are educational, motivational, evangelistic and positive. It is hoped that this cinema can fulfill such goals!

A is to ‘Appreciate’. It is very encouraging to have entrepreneurs like Wong’s family who give back to the society through social work as well as working closely with the church. Although we cannot foresee to what extent the cinema can contribute, saving a soul itself is priceless. Since it is a very ‘Special’ task, we hope this sets a precedence for more business entities to join forces with SCAC in the future for similar good work.

As for the letter Y, it is ‘You’. We need all of YOU to participate in this good cause to make it a success. Many people queried before, “Why could pastors go to the cinema to watch movies?” In fact we can make good use of the Media, so that it will not bring negative influences to the society. So try to make use of the cinema by bringing your family members, friends, colleagues and fellowship members for a good movie.

Rev Su also reminded all brothers and sisters-in-Christ to take up the responsibilities of loving, cherishing and protecting the facility and the caring of the environment of the cinema so that we can use this unique way to testify for our Lord.