The People’s Church Camp Chronicles—Speak Life!

Smiles from campers

Smiles from all our campers

In the hustle and bustle of life, finding moments of respite and spiritual rejuvenation becomes paramount for many believers.

The People’s Church recently gathered for our much anticipated bi-annual church camp from December 14 to 18, 2023, planned and executed with finesse and care by our dear Senior Pastor, Rev Patrick Cheong and his wife, Ps Lillian Cheong.

Held at the vibrant Berjaya Times Square Hotel (Kuala Lumpur), this camp marked a significant milestone for our community as it was our first church camp since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. With hearts brimming with great expectancy and spirits lifted high, we embarked on this journey of faith and togetherness.

Leading up to the camp, Rev Patrick was inspired by the Holy Spirit to embrace the theme for the year, “Speak Life,” drawn from the profound words of John 6:53, “It is the Spirit who gives life; the flesh profits nothing. The words that I speak to you are spirit, and they are life.”

Rev Patrick had shared five overarching transformative power of our words throughout his weekly sermons, enlightening hearts and minds alike.

The Power of Words: Just as God spoke life into existence, we have the ability to speak life into the lives of others. Every word we utter has the potential to uplift, inspire, and bring hope to those around us. We must choose our words carefully, ensuring that they build up rather than tear down.

Spiritual Alignment: When we speak life, we align ourselves with the Spirit of God. By allowing His words to flow through us, our speech becomes an instrument of His divine purpose, bringing healing and restoration to broken hearts and weary souls.

Cultivating a Positive Atmosphere: Our words have the power to shape the atmosphere around us. When we speak life, we cultivate an environment of love, joy, and peace. Instead of contributing to negativity and strife, we become agents of transformation, spreading God’s light wherever we go.

Impact on Relationships: Speaking life strengthens and deepens our relationships with others, building trust and mutual respect. Our words become a source of encouragement and support, fostering deeper connections and unity within the body of Christ.

Living Out Our Faith: Speaking life is not just a one-time event but a lifestyle rooted in our faith in Christ. It requires daily surrender to the Holy Spirit, allowing Him to guide our speech and actions. As we walk in obedience to God’s Word, we become living testimonies of His love and grace in the world.

Church camp speaker Rev Peter Misso

Church camp speaker Rev Peter Misso

The camp speakers, Rev Peter Misso and his wife, Sis Anne Misso, emphasized and shared their experiences on speaking life to others. On top of the teachings, one of the most cherished aspects of the camp was also the opportunity for bonding, not only within families but also as a unified body of Christ. From heartfelt worship sessions to engaging conversations over meals to laughter-filled games and activities, every moment was infused with the spirit of love, encouragement and memories that will last a lifetime.

At the heart of it all, the camp served as a call to embrace our role as ambassadors of Christ, spreading His message of hope and redemption to a world in desperate need of His love. We concluded the camp with the serving of Communion and were reminded of God’s agape love for us.

As we continue on our journey, may we never forget the power of speaking life and may our words always reflect the light and love of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.


This article was written by Bro Ivan Tan, The People’s Church and also appeared in AG times, May 2024.

Sunday Service Preaching by Rev Peter Misso (16 April 2023)

PS Misso

Date: 16 April 2023 (Sunday)
Service Time: 1030am
Medium: English Service*

*Mandarin interpretation via earpiece


About Reverend Peter Misso

Reverend Peter A Misso

Rev Peter A Misso and his wife Elizabeth Anne

In 1998 he relocated to Melbourne, Victoria and continued to serve as the Director of Teen Challenge Melbourne. Rev Peter is an ordained minister with the New Life Evangelical Church Melbourne and serves as the Congregational Pastor for the English Congregation [Youth/Young Adults] simultaneously held the position of Senior Minister of NLE Church.

On the 28th February 2017, Rev Peter Misso relinquished all his positions and responsibilities in Church to answer to the call of God to take on a different focus of Ministry.

Besides preaching and teaching, Rev. Peter Misso conducts seminars and workshops in the training of Youth and Young adult leaders. He is very passionate about nurturing and mentoring future leaders of the Church.

Rev Peter A Misso and his wife Elizabeth Anne have three teenage sons, Leroy 27 years, Shannon 22 years and Jan 20 years and they live in Melbourne, Victoria.

[2023] Good Friday and Resurrection Sunday Service with Rev Dr Margaret Seaward

Come join us for our Good Friday and Resurrection Sunday Service with Rev Dr Margaret Seaward [Biography]. The services will be held at our premise.

Good Friday Service
Date: Friday, 7 April 2023
Time: 10:30 AM to end of service

Resurrection Sunday Service
Date: Sunday, 9 April 2023
Time: 10:30 AM to end of service

Note: Registrations are not required but we encourage you to come early if possible

[2023] Special Friday Meeting with Rev Peter Misso

Peter Misso

Come join us for our Special Friday Meeting with Rev Peter Misso.

Date: Friday, 14 April 2023
Time: 7:45 PM to 9.15 PM

Note: Registrations are not required.


About Reverend Peter Misso

In 1998 he relocated to Melbourne, Victoria and continued to serve as the Director of Teen Challenge Melbourne. Rev Peter is an ordained minister with the New Life Evangelical Church Melbourne and serves as the Congregational Pastor for the English Congregation [Youth/Young Adults] simultaneously held the position of Senior Minister of NLE Church.

On the 28th February 2017, Rev Peter Misso relinquished all his positions and responsibilities in Church to answer to the call of God to take on a different focus of Ministry.

Besides preaching and teaching, Rev. Peter Misso conducts seminars and workshops in the training of Youth and Young adult leaders. He is very passionate about nurturing and mentoring future leaders of the Church.

Rev Peter A Misso and his wife Elizabeth Anne have three teenage sons, Leroy 27 years, Shannon 22 years and Jan 20 years and they live in Melbourne, Victoria.

[2023] Special Friday Meeting with Rev Daniel Ong

Ps Daniel Ong

Come join us for our Special Friday Meeting with Rev Daniel Ong.

Date: Friday, 21 April 2023
Time: 7:45 PM to 9.15 PM

Note: Registrations are not required.


About Reverend Daniel Ong

Pastors Daniel and Connie Ong have been missionaries for more than 25 years. They have pastored and planted churches for Victory Family Center, Singapore (www.vfc.org). They have also planted churches in India, Scotland, East Malaysia and Japan. They were the Pastors of Victory Christian Center in Urayasu, Japan for seven years (www.vccjapan.org). After leaving Japan, they were sent by Elim Church Singapore (www.elimchurch.org.sg) to plant a work in Ghana.

They stayed in Ghana for eleven years and were involved in planting local churches and ministries. During their last six years in Ghana, they planted and were the pastors of Elim International Family church in Accra, Ghana (www.elimchurchghana.org). Elim International Family church has sent them to Renton, Washington to plant a likeminded church. They know God has called them to plant a church where people from every tribe, nation and culture will come together and glorify God. Pastors Daniel and Connie have a vision to raise up workers for the harvest field.

Biography write-up from International Christian Center.

HeartBeat Youth Ministry ‘Stronger Together’ Sentosa Outing

The holidays are here!

Before everyone goes on to their respective plans for the season, our HeartBeat Youth Ministry organised a Sentosa Outing themed ‘Stronger Together’. The youth were split into groups and had some friendly competition with each other as they played some games (no dunking of participants into the water).

Check out the photos:

Special thanks to the Youth Ministry Leaders for planning the activities. Shout out also to Sis Jessica for sponsoring some finger food!