To all the graduates at Presbyterian High .... with love from PSG

On this, your graduation day all stand and give cheer

to honor you for all the work you've done to get you here.

As we rise and give applause be sure you don't forget

that learning is not over as your future plans are met.

May you always be a listener and learn from all you meet

always keep a student's spirit and your life will be complete.

Bubbles On The Border - taken from Our Daily Bread

Stuck in a long line at the US-Canada border, Joel Schoon Tanis had to do something to lighten the mood! He reached for his bottles of bubble-making solution, bounded out of the car, and began blowing bubbles. He handed bottles to other drivers too, and he says that “soon there were bubbles everywhere. . . . It’s amazing what bubbles do for people.” The line didn’t move any faster, but “suddenly everyone was happy,” Joel says.

“What we see depends mainly on what we look for,” said British statesman John Lubbock (1834–1913). A good attitude and the right focus help us to handle life joyfully, even though it doesn’t change our circumstances.

Paul encouraged the Corinthians in their trials: “Do not look at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen. For the things which are seen are temporary, but the things which are not seen are eternal” (2 Cor. 4:18).

So what’s unseen and eternal that we can look at? The character of God is an excellent place to focus. He is good (Ps. 25:8), He is just (Isa. 30:18), He is forgiving (1 John 1:9), and He is faithful (Deut. 7:9).

Pondering God’s character can give us joy in the midst of our struggles. — Anne Cetas

The eyes of faith when fixed on Christ
Give hope for what’s ahead;
But focus on life’s obstacles,
And faith gives way to dread. —D. De Haan

When Christ is the center of your focus, all else will come into proper perspective.

IN HONOR OF ALL THE MOTHERS IN THE WORLD ...

A mother’s world is filled with many responsibilities and concerns, so God offers you encouragement through the promises He has made…

When you are concerned about your family’s future…
For I know the plans I have for you, declares the lord, plans for welfare [peace] and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope. Jeremiah 29:11

When you need wisdom…
If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given him. James 1:5

When you are worried…
Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:6-7

When you need assurance…
Truly, truly, I say to you, whoever hears my word and believes him who sent me has eternal life. He does not come into judgment, but has passed from death to life. John 5:24

When you can’t make ends meet…
And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19

When you’ve had a rough day…
Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. Isaiah 41:10

When you face difficult problems…
Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need. Hebrews 4:16

When you want your husband to follow the Lord…
Wives, be subject to your own husbands, so that even if some do not obey the word, they may be won without a word by the conduct of their wives, when they see your respectful and pure conduct. 1 Peter 3:1-2

When there are family tensions…
Put on then… compassionate hearts, kindness, humility, meekness, and patience, bearing with one another and, if one has a complaint against another, forgiving each other; as the Lord has forgiven you, so you also must forgive. And above all these put on love, which binds everything together in perfect harmony. Colossians 3:12-14

When God doesn’t seem real to you…
You will seek me and find me, when you seek me with all your heart. I will be found by you, declares the LORD. Jeremiah 29:13-14

When you wonder if God loves you…
But God shows his love for us in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us. Romans 5:8
When you need forgiveness…
If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. 1 John 1:9

When no one seems to understand you…
O LORD, you have searched me and known me! You know when I sit down and when I rise up; you discern my thoughts from afar. Psalms 139:1-2

When you feel like giving up…
My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.
2 Corinthians 12:9

H A P P Y M O T H E R S ' D A Y 2 0 0 9!

I can do all things through him who strengthens me. Philippians 4:13

THANK YOU ... From the bottom of our hearts!

A BASKET-FUL OF THANKS ....

to the parents who have contributed towards the PSG Fruit Basket Program!

This healthy and meaningful program has brought us a step further on the appreciation of one another as a school community!

Kudos to our very own Mrs. Jenny Chin, PSG Secretary, who has done a remarkable job of conveying to the parents on how the Fruit Basket program works!

Keep your contributions coming ... and if you need to

find our more on how this program works,

Jenny will fill you in.

Just drop her an email at presbyterianhighpsg@gmail.com

HE IS RISEN!

The resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead is proof that He has conquered death and has thrown open the door of everlasting life.

Because of Christ’s death on the cross, we can know the joy of God’s forgiveness for our sins. And through His resurrection we can have the assurance of everlasting life. The living Savior promises: “I am the resurrection, and the life: he that believeth in Me, though he were dead, yet shall he live” (John 11:25).

After the dark hours on the cross when Christ was judged by God for our sins, His body was placed in a new tomb. His enemies set up a guard and sealed the tomb with a Roman seal so that His body would not be stolen.

Three days later, on resurrection morning, an angel declared the triumphant news to His followers: “I know that ye seek Jesus, which was crucified. He is not here: for He is risen” (Matthew 28:5-6).

Jesus Christ arose from the dead! The Savior who was “made sin for us that we might be made the righteousness of God in Him” was accepted by His Heavenly Father. The “Lamb of God that taketh away the sin of the world” had fulfilled the work of God for our redemption.

Because of Christ’s resurrection you can receive God’s salvation: “If thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised Him from the dead, thou shalt be saved” (Romans 10:9).

You can be assured that Jesus Christ is living for you. The living Savior “is able to save them to the uttermost that come unto God by Him, seeing He ever liveth” (Hebrews 7:25).

Because Jesus Christ lives in Heaven today, those who trust Him for salvation will one day be with Him. He promises: “I am the resurrection, and the life: he that believeth in Me, though he were dead, yet shall he live” (John 11:25).

THE COLORS OF EASTER

Easter colors wheel is a real comprehensive one and encompasses innumerable colors. Most of the people are unaware about the Easter color philosophy. In fact, all the colors of Easter have their own unique significance. If one is indicative of brightness, the other represents the darkness of our sins. If all this sounds interesting, then read further to know about the significance of Easter colours.

1 - RED: this color is associated with the blood that Jesus Christ had shed for mankind. Thus the color red is a symbol of love and sacrifice for goodness of humanity.

2 - WHITE: this Easter color signifies purity and grace.

3 - GREEN: the color green brings ray of hope. Green is the color of grass.

4 - PURPLE: Easter color purple is indicative of royalty. It is said that the color purple brings wealth.

5 - YELLOW: it is the color that is related to the brightness of sun. It’s a color that brings joy and happiness.

6 - BLACK: it is the color that indicates the evil side. To put it other words, we can say black signifies darkness.

7 - ORANGE: it is the color that represents hope. It is associated with the dawn of day.

8 - PINK: Easter colour pink indicates fresh beginning.

Devotionals for the Week - by Pastor Beng Kwee

PHS Devotion, 12 March, 2009 - by Pastor Srimal of AMKPC

Fallen Condition Focus –

school holidays are coming, how are we going to discipline ourselves and our time?

11No discipline seems pleasant at the time, but painful. Later on, however, it produces a harvest of righteousness and peace for those who have been trained by it. (Hebrews 12:11)

There were some disturbing articles in the Straights Times lately. Last month there was a report that a teenager shot his mother dead and father in the US. In Singapore, an NTU student stabbed his professor and committed suicide; a SAF doctor was missing and found dead in Melbourne and police are still investigating the cause of the death. There was also a 17 year old boy who may be jailed for having sex with an underage girl. His case is pending. There is something in common in all these cases. All the person mentioned spend many hours in computer games or gaming websites. (In fact, the SAF doctor was a Singapore Champion and top ten in the world in the game WoW – World of Witchcraft).

Some experts were interview (Last Sunday Times) for their views on the relationship between gaming and these violent death. The general agreement was computer/online gaming are ok but prolong exposure to violent games does effect negative behaviour. One sign of it is that you feel easily angered.

I believe there are nothing wrong playing computer games. But it is what kind of games and how long you play that determines if our habits have become addictive and harmful. The key to keeping it under control is to discipline ourselves.

The passage I read to you tells us that discipline pays dividends.

God knows that discipline is not something in our nature. It is unpleasant. It can be painful. The passage says, “11No discipline seems pleasant at the time, but painful.” But God word promises that when we work with Him to discipline ourselves today, we will reap the benefits in the future. The passage says “Later on, however, it produces a harvest of righteousness and peace for those who have been trained by it.”

We have something to rejoice as a Nation. Our table tennis Olympics team won the silver medal at the recent Olympics. But we all know that behind silver medals are many years of sweat and hard training. Discipline is important if we want achieve our goal or prevent ourselves from developing unhealthy habits.

The one week term break is approaching. This is a time to exercise discipline. Determine how you are you going to spend your time daily. Ask, “much time will I allocate on the computer and internet.” Discipline yourself on what kind of games you will and not play. And I want to encourage you come out with a simple schedule that tells how much time you will put in for play, studies and family.

Discipline yourself now so that you can reap the benefits later!

A note of thanks to Pastor Srimal who has generously contributed the devotional materials that was shared with the pupils of Presbyterian High School on 12 March 2009.

The posting of this devotional is specially dedicated to the Christian parents who can now share with their child based on the school's weekly devotionals and their walk with Christ!

TO GOD BE THE GLORY!

The Story of St. Valentine

In 270 A.D., marriage had been outlawed by the emperor of Rome, Claudius II. Claudius issued this decree because he thought that married men made bad soldiers since they were reluctant to be torn away from their families in the case of war. Claudius had also outlawed Christianity in this time period because he wished to be praised as the one supreme god, the Emperor of Rome. Valentine was the bishop of Interamna during this period of oppression. Valentine thought that the decrees of Rome were wrong. He believed that people should be free to love God and to marry. Valentine invited the young couples of the area to come to him. When they came, Valentine secretly performed services of matrimony and united the couples.

Valentine was eventually caught and was brought before the emperor. The emperor saw that Valentine had conviction and drive that was unsurpassed among his men. Claudius tried and tried to persuade Valentine to leave Christianity, serve the Roman empire and the Roman gods. In exchange, Claudius would pardon him and make him one of his allies. St. Valentine held to his faith and did not renounce Christ. Because of this, the emperor sentenced him to a three-part execution. First, Valentine would be beaten, then stoned, and then finally, decapitated. Valentine died on February 14th, 270 A.D.

While in prison, waiting for his sentence to be carried out, Valentine fell in love with the jailer's daughter, the blind Asterius. During the course of Valentine's prison stay, a miracle occurred and Asterius regained her sight. Valentine sent her a final farewell note. He signed his last note, "From Your Valentine." Even today, this message remains as the motto for our Valentine's Day celebrations.

Fifteen Things God Won’t Ask

God won’t ask what kind of car you drove, but will ask how many people you drove who didn’t have transportation.

God won’t ask the square footage of your house, but will ask how many people you welcomed into your home.

God won’t ask about the fancy clothes you had in your closet, but will ask how many of those clothes helped the needy.

God won’t ask about your social status, but will ask what kind of class you displayed.

God won’t ask how many material possessions you had, but will ask if they dictated your life.

God won’t ask what your highest salary was, but will ask if you compromised your character to obtain that salary.

God won’t ask how much overtime you worked, but will ask if you worked overtime for your family and loved ones.

God won’t ask how many promotions you received, but will ask how you promoted others.

God won’t ask what your job title was, but will ask if you reformed your job to the best of your ability.

God won’t ask what you did to help yourself, but will ask what you did to help others.

God won’t ask how many friends you had, but will ask how many people to whom you were a true friend.

God won’t ask what you did to protect your rights, but will ask what you did to protect the rights of others.

God won’t ask in what neighborhood you lived, but will ask how you treated your neighbors.

God won’t ask about the color of your skin, but will ask about the content of your character.

God won’t ask how many times your deeds matched your words, but will ask how many times they didn’t.

PSG Wishes all a HAPPY "NIU" YEAR!

Festivities in the air

Hustle & bustle on the streets

Traditions to uphold

Childhood recollections so sweet

PSG would like to extend our warmest wishes to

a Happy & Prosperous "Niu" Year!

Join Us @ Presbyterian High Parent Support Group

ASPIRE 2009

Aspirations of good people end in celebration,
the ambitions of bad people crash. - Proverbs 10:28

Dear Parents Partners,

Warmest greetings from PSG to you and your family!

Every year we start with a ‘bang’, with zealousness, enthusiasm, filled with New Year’s resolutions … but
Do we let them sizzle off as the months go by?
Did we stand firm and fulfill our goals eventually?
Did we learn something new and something challenging each time?

This year, the school theme "ASPIRE" is an inspiration to parents, students and teachers alike, to direct our hopes or ambitions towards achieving something. Can we at PSG help you or your child achieve something?

Keep it close to heart that “God does not seek out our Capabilities to serve Him,
He seeks out our Availability!”

PSG has many activities and programs in-store for you – to participate as a Parent Partner, please email to us your personal information - name, mobile phone, email address and your interests.

Let’s continue to strive and make 2009 a very special, rewarding and fulfilling year to all!

Sincerely,
Agnes Chan (Mrs)

Chairperson

Parent Support Group

FOR UNTO US A SAVIOR IS BORN ....

Each year, Christians everywhere celebrate the birth of Jesus, the single life that changed the world and continues to change hearts today. The simple and yet inspirational story of the birth of Jesus fills our souls with gratitude for the many blessings in our lives and the promises of God.

It is most appropriate time of the year to specially give thanks for Christ's message of love and mercy, and we are reminded of our responsibility to serve.

Christmas is a time to rejoice and remember the birth of Jesus Christ. Thus, we would like to wish you a Christmas that's filled with God's blessings and glad tidings!

Have a BLESSED Christmas!

From: All of us at Presbyterian High - Parents' Support Group.

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Teenage years emcompass the vital period of our child's journey to adulthood. It is a period of moulding him or her to be a responsible, motivated and compassionate person. Each child is a special individual that will eventually form the society of the future.

At PSG, our work is our pride...