BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Barker Road Methodist Church - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Barker Road Methodist Church X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.brmc.org.sg X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Barker Road Methodist Church REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Asia/Singapore BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0800 TZOFFSETTO:+0800 TZNAME:+08 DTSTART:20240101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20250301T093000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20250301T120000 DTSTAMP:20260417T165602 CREATED:20250115T081332Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T081332Z UID:8844-1740821400-1740830400@www.brmc.org.sg SUMMARY:CONNECT - Volunteer Training for Dementia Care (Session #4/4) DESCRIPTION:Singapore’s population is ageing and we are set to become a “super-aged” society by 2026. More families within our church community will need to care for loved ones who suffer from slowing cognition\, especially dementia. The church is called to build to build up these families in love (Ephesians 4:16). \nWe have invited Caregivers Alliance Limited in partnership with Seniors Ministry to tailor a training program to equip those whom God has called for this work of empathetic encouragement to others. This program will provide them with the tools and handles to encourage those facing dementia or those who are family and non-family caregivers. \nThis training is segmented into 4 sessions with the participants being trained in the following areas: \nSession 1: Introduction and Basic Dementia Knowledge\nSession 2: Empathy and Caregiver Support\nSession 3: Empathy and Engagement with Care Recipients with Dementia\nSession 4: Self-Care and Community Resources \nCertificates of participation will be awarded to participants upon completion to recognize the volunteer’s knowledge and skills. \nDate: Saturday 8\, 15\, 22 Feb\, 1 Mar\nTime: 9.30am to 12pm\nLocation: L2 Meeting and Training Room\nCost:\n$80: Non-subsidised\n$40: Subsidised \nFor persons interested to attend the training but require financial assistance or any enquiries\, please contact Chong Tian at 9880 9355 or email \nLunch will be provided for participants after each session \nSign up now \nGet in touch \n\nThe CONNECT Seniors Ministry meets regularly to G.R.O.W. – Graciously Ripen\, Overflowing with Wisdom from Above. \nJoin us and embrace the joy of growth\, wisdom\, and community. URL:https://www.brmc.org.sg/event/connect-volunteer-training-for-dementia-care-session-4-4/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.brmc.org.sg/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/WEB_Caregivers-Training.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20250307T094500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20250307T120000 DTSTAMP:20260417T165602 CREATED:20241023T073114Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T083341Z UID:8204-1741340700-1741348800@www.brmc.org.sg SUMMARY:CONNECT - Seniors Brunch Connection DESCRIPTION:Join us at the monthly Brunch Connection for seniors and their caregivers. \nThis event offers a chance to G.R.O.W. (Gracefully Ripen\, Overflowing with Wisdom from God) by connecting and engaging in activities with like-minded individuals. \nCome and be a part of our community as we share stories\, offer support\, and encourage one another over brunch. \nWhether you are a regular attendee or a first-timer\, all are welcome. \nDate: Fri\, 7 Mar 2025\nTime: 9.45 am – 12 pm (Registration at 9.30 am)\nVenue: New Ubin Seafood  (@Metropolitan YMCA)\nAddress: 60 Stevens Rd\, Metropolitan YMCA (Lobby)\, Singapore 25785 \nAny amount is acceptable. Freewill offering is welcome. \nRegistration is required. \nTo register \n\nThe CONNECT Seniors Ministry meets regularly to G.R.O.W. – Graciously Ripen\, Overflowing with Wisdom from Above. \nJoin us and embrace the joy of growth\, wisdom\, and community. URL:https://www.brmc.org.sg/event/connect-seniors-brunch-connection-20/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.brmc.org.sg/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Senior-Brunch_6-Oct_Weblisting.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20250313T100000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20250313T120000 DTSTAMP:20260417T165602 CREATED:20241119T084238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T033617Z UID:8389-1741860000-1741867200@www.brmc.org.sg SUMMARY:CONNECT - Seniors Singing Fellowship DESCRIPTION:Date: Thu\, 13 Mar 2025\nTime: 10am – 12noon\nVenue: Methodist Girls’ School (IGLC room) @ Blackmore Drive \nOn the second week of the month\, we call out to all seniors and their caregivers who love singing. \nAt the Singing Fellowship\, we share our reflections on our Christian life through the songs we nominate to sing together\, facilitated by a pastoral staff. \nSinging helps us explore and grow in faith both cognitively and affectively. The lyrics guide our thinking and the music inspires our souls. After singing\, we deepen our bonds of bonds of kinship\, friendship and discipleship over a shared meal together. \nPlease confirm your attendance with Chang Chong Tian at the church office at 6256 4298. \n\nThe CONNECT Seniors Ministry meets regularly to G.R.O.W. – Graciously Ripen\, Overflowing with Wisdom from Above. \nJoin us and embrace the joy of growth\, wisdom\, and community. URL:https://www.brmc.org.sg/event/connect-seniors-singing-fellowship-6/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.brmc.org.sg/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/WEB_Senior-Singing.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20250319T153000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20250319T163000 DTSTAMP:20260417T165602 CREATED:20241106T080912Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T080912Z UID:8319-1742398200-1742401800@www.brmc.org.sg SUMMARY:CONNECT - Seniors Chapel DESCRIPTION:This is a time and place for us to personally draw near to God in His Sanctuary through songs\, prayers\, and guided meditation. \nDate: Wed\, 19 Mar 2025\nTime: 3.30pm – 4.30pm\nVenue: Wesley Hall \nNo registration is required. \n\nThe CONNECT Seniors Ministry meets regularly to G.R.O.W. – Graciously Ripen\, Overflowing with Wisdom from Above. \nJoin us and embrace the joy of growth\, wisdom\, and community. URL:https://www.brmc.org.sg/event/connect-seniors-chapel-21/ LOCATION:Wesley Hall ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.brmc.org.sg/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/seniors-chapel.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20250322T133000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20250322T160000 DTSTAMP:20260417T165602 CREATED:20241023T094726Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T014742Z UID:8216-1742650200-1742659200@www.brmc.org.sg SUMMARY:CONNECT - Shalom Dementia Care Fellowship DESCRIPTION:Caring for someone with dementia or living with it can be overwhelming\, but you’re not alone. \nThe monthly Shalom Dementia Care Fellowship provides a supportive space where those with dementia and their caregivers can come together in faith and fellowship. \nIt usually runs on 3rd Saturdays of the month\, 1.30pm-4pm. \nJoin in and embrace the joy of growth\, wisdom and community. \nThe programme usually runs as follows: \n\nWelcome\nWorship\nScripture/Message\nExercise\nClosing\n\nRegistration is required. Please contact Chong Tian at the church office at 6256 4298. \nGet in touch \n\nThe CONNECT Seniors Ministry meets regularly to G.R.O.W. – Graciously Ripen\, Overflowing with Wisdom from Above. \nJoin us and embrace the joy of growth\, wisdom\, and community. URL:https://www.brmc.org.sg/event/connect-shalom-dementia-care-fellowship-22/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.brmc.org.sg/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/dementia-care.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20250327T180000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20250327T200000 DTSTAMP:20260417T165602 CREATED:20241119T083728Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T083728Z UID:8383-1743098400-1743105600@www.brmc.org.sg SUMMARY:CONNECT Seniors - Pickleball DESCRIPTION:Pickleball is an easy-to-learn sport that combines tennis\, ping pong\, and badminton\, and is perfect for all fitness levels. With a small court and minimal running\, it’s accessible to everyone—but if you’re up for a challenge\, the pace can get intense! \nDate: Thu\, 27 Mar 2025\nTime: 6pm – 8pm\nVenue: Tennis courts\, Methodist Girls’ School @ Blackmore Drive \nPlease contact Chong Tian at the church office at 6256 4298 to confirm that the event is on in case of last-minute changes. \nIf you’re not a senior yet\, we’d love for you to serve alongside us in fostering a Christ-centred inter-generational community. \nGet in touch \n\nThe CONNECT Seniors Ministry meets regularly to G.R.O.W. – Graciously Ripen\, Overflowing with Wisdom from Above. \nJoin us and embrace the joy of growth\, wisdom\, and community. URL:https://www.brmc.org.sg/event/connect-seniors-pickleball-3/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.brmc.org.sg/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/WEB_PickleBall-1.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR