Anglican Bishop of Singapore Consecrates New Church Building

Preaches 'Wise Living'

Christians living in challenging times today make a difference through their social responsibility.

To do this, a fear of God that leads to practicing His Word is needed, preached the Anglican Bishop at a recent church building consecration service.

The three-hour consecration service for the new St. James' Church (SJC) building was held on February 18, 2012. It is the first rebuilding of SJC.

A 28-year-old parish gathering over 800 worshippers, it is one of the 27 parishes of the Diocese of Singapore. The church has been holding worship services for the past 35 years. It comprises an English and Chinese congregation.

SJC's first building was completed in 1977 and torn down in 2009. As the building was paid for, a consecration service, and not just a dedication service, could be held. Keep reading

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