{"id":1235,"date":"2026-04-06T12:12:48","date_gmt":"2026-04-06T04:12:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cbsm.com.my\/?page_id=1235"},"modified":"2026-04-06T13:58:41","modified_gmt":"2026-04-06T05:58:41","slug":"diakonia-2026-1-2-secretarys-desk","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/cbsm.com.my\/index.php\/diakonia-2026-1-2-secretarys-desk\/","title":{"rendered":"Diakonia 2026-1.2 Secretary’s Desk"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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From the Secretary\u2019s Desk\u00a0<\/h2>\n

Teo Pek Bing<\/p>\n

General Secretary CBSM<\/p>\n

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Assembly Directory\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Among the roles of CBSM is to consolidate information for the assemblies. We\u2019ve been delinquent in updating the Assembly directory. We are thankful for the good and updated records that the KVAEC (Klang Valley Assemblies Elders Council) have been keeping and updating CBSM. We are also thankful for the few more assemblies that have provided updates. In the meantime, if there are other assemblies outside KVAEC, you can update CBSM, that is if you have not already done so, through the Google Form:<\/p>\n

https:\/\/forms.gle\/Rz1SCrj1StauVXQJ9<\/a><\/p>\n

Note that we will keep most of information confidential with CBSM for reference only. We will only publish on the website, Name and address of the assembly and one email contact. The elders\u2019 phone number and other emails will NOT be published. Any other requests, CBSM will forward to the respective elders for response.<\/p>\n

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ALC 2025 (Assemblies Leadership Conference)<\/strong><\/p>\n

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The ALC (held every 2 years) was held last year at Ipoh\u2019s 1969 Business Suite on 14th<\/sup> \u2013 17th<\/sup> Sept. It was a time of much learning, fellowship and even fun. We had 142 delegates, of which 30 were under 30 years<\/strong> of age. We thank the Lord for younger ones who were eager to attend. Andrew Cowell taught us in 6 plenary sessions on Radical Discipleship<\/strong>, moving from chair 1 to chair 6. To know what this means, listen to the recordings on the link below. The slides are also available at the same link. I believe Discipleship in our assemblies have been rather ad-hoc at best. Andrew Cowell given us not only the methods but also the tools. Pray<\/strong> that we will take Discipleship to the next level at all our assemblies.<\/p>\n

There were workshops on Women\u2019s ministry, Mental Health and Marriage & Family Life. A new feature in this ALC was Testimony Night. It was a light-hearted time filled with song items and moving testimonies, all quite impromptu. We witnessed song items by father & daughter, father & son, newly composed song, and several solos and duets. Everyone enjoyed the evening and we ran over time! The audio recording is also available.<\/p>\n

At the Elders\u2019 Meeting, we confirmed the trustees for 2026-2027. Election is held every 2 years at ALC. We welcome 2 new trustees<\/strong>; Dr. Wasu Kasimani (Batu Gajah Gospel Hall) and Chen Choon See (Islang Glades Gospel Centre). The trustees from the previous term have agreed to remain on the board. We now have 14 trustees who work together to serve the assemblies. We also have a new Chairman, Adrian Low<\/strong> (Klang Gospel Hall). We thank Chiew Sai Kee (Temerloh Gospel Centre) who had served as chairman for 2 terms (4 years). Sai Kee will remain as a trustee. Pray<\/strong> for the trustees and the new chairman that with the Spirit\u2019s enabling we will be able serve the assemblies.<\/p>\n

Link to ALC audio recordings and slides.<\/p>\n

https:\/\/drive.google.com\/drive\/folders\/1DNfWqcTl3Sw9tmfQepjYDR6ugObNEB10?usp=sharing<\/a><\/p>\n

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Youth Rally<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Following a successful Youth Rally in August 2024 at PJGH, a follow up Youth Rally was held in Ipoh Elim Gospel Hall on 19 \u2013 21st<\/sup> September 2025 with the theme, \u201cBeing Authentic\u201d. There were 3 speakers dealing with different areas of one\u2019s identity. It was great fellowship and making new connections. About 75 youths attended.<\/p>\n

A further Youth Rally Workshop Day was held on 7th<\/sup> February 2026 at Bukit Mertajam Gospel Centre. Topics included \u201cMental Health First Aid\u201d and \u201cCommunication Skills\u201d. About 25 attended the one-day event.<\/p>\n

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Diakonia Training Institute (DTI):<\/strong> CBSM has engaged with ACCS (Australian College of Christian Studies) to offer<\/p>\n

Accredited courses for Diploma and Degree in Theology. The lectures will be conducted in Malaysia and will provide Theological training for all who would like a formal training for more effective ministry, especially those considering \u201cfull-time\u201d ministry. We have competed the first module, i.e. Critical Thinking and Writing with 6 students. Completion of 8 modules will lead to Diploma of Theology.<\/p>\n

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  1. Workers Trust Fund<\/strong>: A joint Trust Fund between the CBSM and CASM (Chinese Assemblies Secretariat Malaysia) has been set up to assist assemblies needing financial aid to support their ministry workers. Contact CBSM for more information.<\/li>\n
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    Legacy Fund<\/strong><\/p>\n

    CBSM has a Legacy Fund, available for assemblies and agencies who may need some funds to start or renew their mission efforts. This fund has been contributed by brethren who have gone to be with the Lord. There are some guidelines to ensure the fund is used<\/p>\n

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