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JESUS ROSEFROM THE DEAD

he resurrection of Jesus on the third day after

his dreadful crucifixion and entombment is central to the Christian faith. We quote Paul when we say if Jesus had not died, as some religionists claim, we are to be pitied (1 Corinthians 15:19-20). Yet the resurrection from the dead is not easily understood or disproved. Let alone a resurrection that took place more than 2,000 years ago. Other detractors of our faith also claim that the resurrection or disappearance of important people in various cultures and religions of the world has been proffered to suggest that there is nothing unique about Jesus rising from the dead.

We need not dispute nor try to disprove the resurrection or disappearance if, any, of the great culture-heroes, religious leaders, saints or teachers. However, there is nothing to prevent us from coming to terms with our own understanding of the resurrection of Jesus.

Firstly, the Bible has many examples of people rising from the dead. The Prophet Elijah raises a boy from the dead (I Kings 17:17-24). Elisha raises the son of the Shunammite woman (2 Kings 4:8-16). It is always understood that it is the power of God that raises the dead but in 2 Kings 13:21 there is an interesting story of a dead Moabite when on being touched by Elisha’s dead bones, sprung to life. In the New Testament, we find that Jesus himself raised the dead boy in Nain (Luke 7:11-17); the ruler’s daughter at Galilee (Mark 5:35-42); and Lazarus in Bethany (John 11:1-14). In fact, Jesus expected his Apostles to do likewise (Matthew 10:8). The Apostle Peter also raised Tabitha in Joppa (Acts 9:36-42); and Paul too raised Eutychus in Troas (Acts 20:7-12).

Completely and surprisingly, the Bible goes to great extents to show that the resurrection of Jesus was not a grand farewell or exit for a greatly loved “spiritual person.” Neither was it a myth created as a ploy to prevent the disciples and followers of Jesus to hunt for his

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requests and wishes according to our own propitiation.

b. The Jesus who was born a human person is no more. He died on the cross for a cosmic purpose and now he is with God the Father. The image of Jesus is not on earth but is in the Spirit of the risen Christ.

c. We serve a God whose Holy Spirit is our Comforter and Helper. He is not far away or aloof nor angry and in need of appeasement but is a loving God who avails himself to his children. God is only a prayer-call away… reachable by all the broken-hearted and repentant.

These three principles can be discerned as the apostolic polemics which are enough to confront any contrary religious claims put forward. Christianity is different in this sense. We take comfort in this because the gospel writers were fighting a ghost themselves, that is, the claims of those who said Jesus did not rise from the dead. “This Jesus God raised up, and of that we all are witnesses” (Acts 2:32).They are still saying that. But putting all the gospels and the Book of Acts together we get a picture that is far more sophisticated and far exceeding than their own visions. It rings all the more true today than it would have in their time. This is surely the work of God.

So my friends, take comfort that the death of Jesus was to enable him to go and prepare a place for us in our Father’s mansion. Take comfort, my dear friends, death has no sting for us because our Saviour Jesus Christ rose from the dead.

“Fear not, I am the first and the last, and the living one; I became dead, and behold I am alive for evermore (Amen) and I have the keys of Hades and Death.” (Revelation 1:17-18).

Together with my family, I wish all members and well-wishers of the ELCM “A JOYFUL AND MEANINGFUL EASTER CELEBRATION!”

Rt Rev Dr Solomon RajahBishopEvangelical Lutheran Church in MalaysiaApril 2015

grave, and inevitably suffer the problem of turning it into a shrine. What the disciples of Jesus actually did has no parallel in any religion or culture.The grave of Jesus is identified. The Scriptures give great details as to who, how and why Jesus, and no other, was buried there, and the fact that the tomb was closed by a heavy stone. Then on Passover morning the blessed

women confirmed that Jesus was raised. Then the unbelieving disciples, who were at the tomb, themselves thought his body had been stolen. The fact was that they found it empty (Mark 16:9; John 20:14).Then Jesus himself goes to great lengths for forty days (Acts 1:3) to establish the truth of his resurrection with the disciples. To doubting Thomas, he showed his wounds to be touched by him (John 20:24–29). To the men in Emmaus, he ate a meal of fish and spoke to them (Luke 24:13-32). He came to Peter in Galilee and told him where to cast his net (John 21:1-23).

Usually, scholars point out that all the post-resurrection details point themselves to an important climax in the ministry of Jesus – the Great Commission. This is true but there is another important point. These many details of the resurrection of a dead hero are never found in the annals of any other religion except Christianity! It is different with us because of the following reasons:

a. We serve a risen Christ. Our Lord is a living God. We do not worship at a shrine or sacred burial place of a person whose ghost looks after us, granting us out prayer


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Editor-in-ChiefRt. Rev. Dr. Solomon Rajah

Bishop, ELCM

EditorRev. Albert P. Abishegam

Assistant EditorRev. Eliezer Peter

Translators & Proof Readers Rev. Paul K.

Rev. Moses MuthusamyMrs. Cecilia Gabrial

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JESUS ROSEFROM THE DEAD

he resurrection of Jesus on the third day after

his dreadful crucifi xion and entombment is central to the Christian faith. We quote Paul when we say if Jesus had not died, as some religionists claim, we are to be pitied (1 Corinthians 15:19-20). Yet the resurrection from the dead is not easily understood or disproved. Let alone a resurrection that took place more than 2,000 years ago. Other detractors of our faith also claim that the resurrection or disappearance of important people in various cultures and religions of the world has been proffered to suggest that there is nothing unique about Jesus rising from the dead.

We need not dispute nor try to disprove the resurrection or disappearance if, any, of the great culture-heroes, religious leaders, saints or teachers. However, there is nothing to prevent us from coming to terms with our own understanding of the resurrection of Jesus.

Firstly, the Bible has many examples of people rising from the dead. The Prophet Elijah raises a boy from the dead (I Kings 17:17-24). Elisha raises the son of the Shunammite woman (2 Kings 4:8-16). It is always understood that it is the power of God that raises the dead but in 2 Kings 13:21 there is an interesting story of a dead Moabite when on being touched by Elisha’s dead bones, sprung to life. In the New Testament, we fi nd that Jesus himself raised the dead boy in Nain (Luke 7:11-17); the ruler’s daughter at Galilee (Mark 5:35-42); and Lazarus in Bethany (John 11:1-14). In fact, Jesus expected his Apostles to do likewise (Matthew 10:8). The Apostle Peter also raised Tabitha in Joppa (Acts 9:36-42); and Paul too raised Eutychus in Troas (Acts 20:7-12).

Completely and surprisingly, the Bible goes to great extents to show that the resurrection of Jesus was not a grand farewell or exit for a greatly loved “spiritual person.” Neither was it a myth created as a ploy to prevent the disciples and followers of Jesus to hunt for his grave, and inevitably suffer the problem of turning it into a shrine. What the disciples of Jesus actually did has no parallel in any religion or culture.


Easter Sunday is the day Christians celebrate the resurrection of Jesus. The resurrection is the very center of Christianity as without it we have nothing.

And the Lutheran Herald, in conjunction with this most significant of days, wishes to share with all our respected readers the most explosive words ever uttered. Whatever else man is searching for today, the burning desire in everyone’s hearts is for HOPE. Some want hope that their past can be forgiven; others need hope to face victoriously their future; still others say, “Give me something for the here-and-now; I need hope for living in the present.”

The only way of life that offers this kind of hope is the Christian faith. The key reason that Christianity offers this kind of hope is that Jesus Christ who died in Jerusalem about the year A.D. 29 for the sins of the world has been raised from the dead and IS ALIVE TODAY!

Sitting on the stone that he rolled from the door of the empty tomb of Jesus, an angel of God declared THE MOST EXPLOSIVE WORDS EVER UTTERED:

“He is not here; for he is risen, as he said. Come, see the place where the Lord lay” (Matthew 28:6).

In this editorial, the Herald also wishes to share with you the following 2 resurrection truths:

1. The Reality of the Resurrection The greatest miracle of all history came with the resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ.

Can this miracle be believed? Most definitely it can!

The empty tomb is one of the strongest proofs of Christ’s resurrection. All 4 Gospels report that Jesus died and that his dead body was placed in the tomb on Friday; all 4 subsequently report the tomb was empty 3 days later!

When the Gospel records are read carefully, at least 10 appearances of the risen Christ

to different persons and groups can be determined. He was seen personally and visibly by numerous eye-witnesses. What an array of evidence!

But the greatest evidence of the reality of the resurrection is that he lives within my life now giving me hope that my past has been forgiven, giving me hope to face the future and giving me hope and strength today for living life to its fullest!

2. The Relevance of the Resurrection We know there is to be a resurrection for us in the future because we know there was a

resurrection of him in the past. He said, “Because I live, you will live also” (John 14:19). Our Lord’s resurrection ensures our victory over death.

The Lutheran Herald Editorial Committee takes this opportunity to wish all our readers A BLESSED EASTER 2015!

God bless you all!

Rev. Albert P. AbishegamEditorApril 2015

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Kluang, 6.12.2014 – Kluang Lutheran Congregation youths presenting a group song at Majlis Krismas Sepadu Kluang

Petaling Jaya, 13.12.2014 – Members of Good Shepherd Lutheran Congregation during their Christmas party

Bukit Mertajam, 14.12.2014 – Bukit Mertajam Lutheran Congregation’s Praise Kids Club children during their Christmas party

Johor Bahru, 14.12.2014 – The Young Adults Fellowship of Our Saviour Lutheran Congregation presenting a drama entitled “Birth of Jesus” during their Christmas Party

Damansara, 20.12.2014 – Carollers from Cheras Lutheran Congregation carolling at Damansara

Batu Gajah, 21.12.2014 – Batu Gajah Lutheran Congregation held their Christmas party at their church compound

Johor Bahru, 22 12.2014 - Members of Our Saviour Lutheran Congregation during their carolling rounds

Kluang, 22.12.2014 - Members of Kluang Lutheran Congregation during their carolling visitations

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Klang, 23.12.2014 – Members of Taman Sentosa Lutheran Congregation after caroling at a member’s house

Kuala Lumpur, 23.12.2014 – Good Samaritan Lutheran Congregation carollers performing at Seri Pacific Hotel, Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur, 04.01.2015 – Zion Cathedral Lutheran Congregation Members honoring our Bishop and Biskopina after their Divine Worship Service

Port Klang, 14.02.2015 – Holy Cross Lutheran Congregation organised a Fundraising Banana Leaf Luncheon for the underpriviledged at their church premises

Bukit Mertajam, 19.02.2015 – The youths of Bukit Mertajam Lutheran Congregation held a Jumble Sale to raise funds for their social ministry

Melaka, 19.02.2015 – Rev. Paul Raj was given a “farewell handshake” during ELCM Southern District Luncheon Fellowship held at D’Village Resort, Melaka

Penang, 28.02.2015 – ELCM Northern District Women’s Lent Retreat held in Victory Lutheran Church

Klang, 28.02.2015 – Zion Redeemer Lutheran Congregation launched its second Mission Work at Rumah Rakan Lutheran, Taman Sentosa



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Port Klang, 28.02.2015 – Holy Cross Lutheran Congregation members with guest speaker Rev. Jesvinder of the Anglican Church during their Youth gathering

Penang, 07.03.2015 – Members of Victory Lutheran Congregation with guest speaker Rev Karthik during their Lent, Retreat

Penang, 07.03.2015 – Members of Holy Trinity Lutheran Congregation during Northern District Lent Retreat

Pangkor, 07 - 08.03.2015 – Holy Trinity Congregation’s Men Fellowship at their retreat in Marina Island Resort , Pulau Pangkor, Perak

Penang, 23.03.2015 – Christians from various churches in Penang participated in the “Blessed are the Peacemakers” seminar where Rev Bruce Zagel of Lutheran Church of Australia was speaker

Petaling Jaya, 21.03.2015 - The children of Good Hope Lutheran Congregation presenting a welcome dance during the Passion Song Service

Kuala Lumpur, 21.03.2015 – Zion Cathedral Lutheran Congregation held their annual Lent Retreat at the Cathedral

Petaling Jaya, 21.03.2015 – Zion Lutheran Congregation choir presenting a song during Passion Song Service organised by Good Hope Lutheran Congregation



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Klang, 05.04.2015 – Sunday School children of Taman Sentosa Lutheran Congregation performing a dance during their Easter Service

Kuala Lumpur, 11.04.2015 – Children from Trinity Home and Sri Subang Lutheran Congregation performing dance number during Junior Work Easter Celebration at Lutheran Hall

Kuala Lumpur, 11.04.2015 – Wangsa Maju Lutheran Congregation organised a jumble sale in aid of their church ministries.

Cheras, 12.04.2015 – Cheras Lutheran Congregation’s Sunday School children after receiving their Easter Egg Colouring Contest prizes

Kuala Lumpur, 19.12. 2014– Stellan Steven was baptised during Zion Cathedral Lutheran Congregation’s Divine Worship Service

Kuala Lumpur, 25.01. 2015– Darien Raaj Solomon was baptised during Zion Cathedral Lutheran Congregation’s Divine Worship Service

Kuala Lumpur, 08.03. 2015– Vincent Ashwin Raj Jeremiah was baptised at Zion Cathedral Lutheran Congregation

Kuala Lumpur, 29.03. 2015– Siva Sankar Reddy was baptised on Palm Sunday at Zion Redeemer Lutheran Congregation



ELCM DIOCESAN SEMINAR CUM TRAININGAn ELCM Diocesan Seminar Cum Training entitled “Diakonia Ministry Among Women” was held as follows:

Date: 9th (Thursday) to 15th April, 2015 (Saturday)Time: 12.00pm – 6.00pm (Thursday) 8.00am – 5.30pm (Friday) 8.00am – 1.00pm (Saturday)Venue: Diocesan Seminar Room, Brickfields, Kuala Lumpur

Mr. Edward Szeto, Certified Lay Minister and Special Projects Coordinator for the Lutheran Church, Missouri Synod, USA and Mrs. Tamara Anderson, Executive Director of Pregnancy Resources Center (PRC), Salt Lake City, Utah, USA conducted this seminar cum training. A total of 25 church members participated in this seminar. Rev. Eliezer Peter and Rev. G.V. Sritharan were the coordinators for this programme.

VOLUNTARY PASTORS, EVANGELISTS AND DEACONESS TRAININGThe Voluntary Pastors’, Evangelists’, Deaconess Training is a programme initiated and designed by the ELCM to equip its lay members for on-going church ministry. The last

Voluntary Pastors’, Evangelists’ and Deaconess Training was held from the 9th to the 11th of April 2015 at the Diocesan Seminar Room, Brickfields, Kuala Lumpur. For further information on this training, please contact the Director, Rev. Eliezer Peter, at 016-6224421.

LAUNCHING OF REV. G.V. SRITHARAN’S GOSPEL ALBUMAbout 100 people witnessed the launching of Rev. G.V. Sritharan’s Gospel album, “Swasame”, by Bishop Dr. Solomon Rajah on

the 14th of March 2015 at 7.30pm in the Lutheran Hall, Brickfields, Kuala Lumpur.

LOCAL COUNCIL SECRETARIES & TREASURERS WORKSHOP ON ACCOUNTSAbout 50 Local Council Secretaries and Treasurers, including Pastors, attended the above workshop on the 21st of March 2015 in the Lutheran Hall, Brickfields, Kuala Lumpur from 10.00am to 1.00pm. The workshop which was officiated by the Bishop concluded with lunch.

FAMILY COUNSELLING CENTRE AND PRAYER TOWERWork on the above centre and prayer tower is almost completed and awaiting the Certificate of Fitness (CF) from the authorities. The official launching / opening of the centre and prayer tower is scheduled for 16th May 2015.

A fund-raising lunch in aid of the centre cum prayer tower was held on the 12th of April, 2015 between 11.30am and 2.00pm in the Lutheran Hall, Brickfields, Kuala Lumpur.

DIOCESAN JUNIOR WORK LEADERSHIP TRAININGThe above-mentioned programme would be held from the 11th to the 13th of June, 2015 at FRIM, Kepong. More information on this event can be obtained from the Chairman of the Junior Work Committee, Rev. Dr. Paul K.

JUNIOR WORK EASTER CELEBRATIONThe Diocesan Junior Work Committee organised a Junior Work Easter Celebration on the 11th of April, 2015 in the Lutheran Hall, Brickfields, Kuala Lumpur at 4.00pm. Rev.

Moses Muthusamy was the guest-of-honour at this event. Asimilar event would be held on the 25th of April 2015 commencing 4.00 pm, in the Bethany Lutheran Congregation Hall, Teluk Intan.

PASTORS’ SEMINARA seminar on Lutheran Theology entitled “The Sacraments and Christian Life” was held in the CCM premises in Petaling Jaya from the 13th to the 15th of April, 2015. Several ELCM Pastors attended this seminar.

ELCM Events / News UpdatesEVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH IN MALAYSIA


INSTALLATION OF 4th PRINCIPAL OF SEMINARI THEOLOJI MALAYSIA (STM)Rev. Dr. Philip Siew Tye Yau would be installed as the 4th Principal of STM on the 6th of May, 2015 at the STM campus. The ELCM congratulates Rev. Dr. Philip Siew on his installation and wishes him every success as the STM’s new principal.

HEALTH TALK FOR SENIORSThe Diocesan Senior Fellowship Committee has organised a health talk for all seniors on Sunday, 17th of May 2015 in the Lutheran Hall, Brickfields. Kuala Lumpur. The guest speaker is Mrs. Mary Easaw, a nutritionist from Institut Jantung Negara (IJN), Kuala Lumpur.

FUND-RAISING EVENT AT PUCHONG LUTHERAN CONGREGATIONPuchong Lutheran Congregation would be hosting a Banana-Leaf Fund-Raising Lunch at its premises on the 3rd of May, 2015 to raise funds to purchase a new church building. Congregations and individuals who wish to donate to this noble cause are advise to contact the Pastor-in-Charge, Rev. N. Barnabas at 016-3909066 for further information.

JESUS CALLS GOOD NEWS FESTIVAL 2015 CONDUCTED BY DR. PAUL DHINAKARANThe above-mentioned event would be held on the 29th to the 31st of May, 2015 at Stadium Putra, Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur. The bilingual (English and Tamil) meetings are being jointly organised by the Jesus Calls Ministry and CCM Indian Work Committee. ELCM Pastors are involved in the Organising Committee.

14th GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF CHRISTIAN CONFERENCE OF ASIA (CCA)The 14th General Assembly of the CCA would be held in Jakarta, Indonesia from 20th to the 27th of May, 2015 under the theme, “Living Together in the Household of God”.

CONGRATULATIONS TO BISHOP MELTER TAISThe Principal House of Bishops (Anglican) has appointed Bishop Melter Tais as the 6th Diocesan Bishop of Sabah. The Installation Service would be held on the 19th of May, 2015. The ELCM

congratulates Bishop Tais on his new appointment and looks forward to working with him.

CONGRATULATIONS TO REV. CALEB SOONRev. Caleb Soon was installed as the Moderator of the 41st – 42nd. General Assembly of Gereja Presbyterian Malaysia on the 24th of March, 2015. The ELCM congratulates Rev. Soon on his installation and looks forward to working with him.

NEW LCMS REPRESENTATIVE TO ASIAThe Rev. Charles Ferry has been appointed by the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod (LCMS), USA, as its new

representative to Asia. Rev. Charles Ferry participated in the ELCM Diocesan Diakonia Seminar and Training on the 11th of April, 2015. He also visited the Women’s Care and Counselling Centre’s

new premise which is in the process of being acquired by the ELCM. On the 14th of April, 2015, Rev. Charles met Bishop Dr. Solomon Rajah who briefed him on the diakonia ministry in the ELCM. The meeting was fruitful and productive.

LUTHERAN BOOK CENTREThe Lutheran Book Centre Brickfields, Kuala Lumpur has resumed operations on the 1st of April 2015 after a short break.

SOUTHERN DISTRICT SENIORS AND PASTORS LUNCHEON FELLOWSHIPThe Southern District Seniors and Pastors Fellowship held a luncheon fellowship on 19th February, 2015 at D’Village Resort, Melaka. Twenty seniors and Pastors attended this event.

BISHOP’S THANKSGIVING SERVICEA thanksgiving service will be held to

celebrate Bishop’s 60th birthday at 6pm in Zion Cathedral followed by dinner at 7.30pm.

ELCM Events / News UpdatesEVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH IN MALAYSIA


ELCM Diakonia MinistriesBETHANY HOME, TELUK INTANBethany Home is planning to hold its Annual Carnival fundraising event on the 9th of May 2015 at its premises. The PIBGS of Bethany is helping to organise it with all parents. Friends and well-wishers of Bethany Home are encouraged to join the carnival and help raise funds for the general operations of Bethany Home. Handicamps are also being planned during 2015 for the severely challenged (14-15 March), children with disabilities below 14 years old (30-31 May) and young adults with disabilities (21-23 November). For further information, please contact the home Director, Rev. Karthik Sibanyanam at 019-2151329.

RUMAH HOPE, PETALING JAYAOn the 12th of February 2015, the American Association of Malaysia (AAM) invited the management, staff and children of Rumah Hope for a cheque-presentation ceremony. On the 21st of February, 2015, Famous Amos had a charity sale and all proceeds from the event were donated to Rumah Hope. The Management Committee is thankful to God for the generosity of the said organisations.

PERTUBUHAN RUMAH KEBAJIKAN CHRESTUS (PRKC), CHERASRumah Chrestus continues to provide shelter, care and education for the 10 underprivileged, abused and neglected children under its charge. On Palm Sunday, the 29th of April, 2015, the ministry suffered a setback when fire destroyed part of the home’s premises. Rumah Chrestus is appealing for funds to rebuild the damaged parts of the home. Kindly contact the Pastor-in-Charge, Rev. Eliezer Peter, at 016 622 4421 for further details.

WOMEN’S CARE AND COUNSELLING CENTRE (WCCC)The WCCC, a ministry of the Holy Cross Lutheran Congregation, Port Klang, continues to provide counselling services, care and material assistance to unwed and single mothers, poor and needy women and other troubled women in the Klang and surrounding areas. The WCCC has recently purchased a new house to conduct its ministry more effectively for the unfortunate women in the said areas. More information on the WCCC can be obtained from Mrs. Elizabeth at 016 649 4635.

PRAISE COMMUNITY CENTRE (PCC)The Praise Community Centre (PCC) the social arm of the Bukit Mertajam Lutheran Congregation continues to cater for school going children. Currently PCC assists the school going children in their studies and provides computer facilities. PCC operates on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. For more information, kindly contact Rev Michael John at 012 467 1754.

RUMAH RAKAN LUTHERAN, TAMAN SENTOSA, KLANGRumah Rakan Lutheran is a ministry of Taman Sentosa Lutheran Congregation. It provides shelter, care and education for 10 abused, under privileged and neglected children. This newly-established home, run by a management committee headed by Pastor-in-Charge, Rev. Easupillay, is appealing for donations in cash and kind to effectively maintain the home. For further information, please contact Rev. Easupillay at 016-2940415.



KLANG JAYA LUTHERAN OUTREACH, SELANGORThe Klang Jaya Lutheran Outreach, under the leadership of Rev. G.V. Sritharan, was launched by Bishop Dr. Solomon Rajah on the 25th of October, 2014. Regular worship services commencing 7.30 pm, are being held every Sunday. Bible study sessions are held every Thursday commencing 8.30pm. About 20 people participate in the outreach’s activities. Please contact the Pastor-in-Charge, Rev. G.V. Sritharan, at 014-3017216, for further information on this ministry.

KLANG UTAMA LUTHERAN OUTREACH, SELANGORThe Klang Utama Lutheran Outreach, a new ministry of Meru Lutheran Congregation, was launched in January 2015. Currently under the charge of Rev. Easupillay, the outreach provides spiritual care and nourishment for 15 to 20 believers. Prayer Meetings are being held every Thursday, commencing 8.00 pm, at a member’s house. Please contact the Pastor-in-Charge, Rev. Easupillay, at 016-2940415 for further information.

SITIAWAN LUTHERAN OUTREACH, PERAKThe Sitiawan Lutheran Outreach, under the oversight of Rev. Samuel Kanagaraj, has currently 20 souls actively participating in its activities. Divine Worship Services are being held in the outreach premises every Sunday, commencing 5.00pm. House Prayer Meetings are held every Thursday, commencing 8.00pm. More information on this ministry can be obtained from Rev. Kanagaraj at 016-9745351.

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Our Condolences...

Madam Selvammah A/P Masilamani (mother of Rev. T. Vijayan) of Holy Trinity Lutheran Congregation, Teluk Intan, Perak, entered eternal rest on the 25th of November, 2014 at the age of 78. The funeral service was held on the 27th of November, 2014 at Holy Trinity Lutheran Congregation, Teluk Intan, Perak, followed by burial at the Teluk Intan Christian Cemetery. We thank God for her life and express our heartfelt condolences to her family and friends.

Madam Cecilia Muniamal Samson of Zion Cathedral Congregation entered into eternal rest on the 8th of March, 2015 at the age of 55. The funeral service was held on 10th of March 2015, at Zion Cathedral, followed by cremation at the Cheras Cemetery, Kuala Lumpur. We thank God for her life and express our heartfelt condolences to her husband, children, grand children and other loved ones.

Mr. Rajoo Paul of Zion Cathedral entered into eternal rest on the 28th of March, 2015 at the age of 76. The funeral service was held on the 30th of March 2015 at Zion Cathedral, Kuala Lumpur followed by burial at the Lutheran Gardens, Subang. We thank God for his life and express our heartfelt condolences to his children, grandchildren and other loved ones.

Mrs. Jean Shamani A/P Ayapilllai of Zion Cathedral Lutheran Congregation was born on 16th of March, 1983 and went home to our Lord Jesus Christ on the 21st of April, 2015 at the age of 32. The funeral service was held on the 22nd of April, 2015 at Zion Cathedral Congregation, Brickfields, Kuala Lumpur followed by burial at Xiao En Memorial Park, Nilai, Negeri Sembilan. We thank God for her faithful services to the ELCM and express our heartfelt condolences to the husband, mother, siblings, in-laws, relatives and friends.



ELCM Family CounsellingCentre and Prayer Tower

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