Praxis Newsletter 2025-06

2025-07-24 09:59 PM - Comment(s) - By chemdesign

Dear Supporters of Praxis,

For this very reason, make every effort to add to your faith goodness; and to goodness, knowledge; and to knowledge, self-control; and to self-control, perseverance; and to perseverance, godliness; and to godliness, mutual affection; and to mutual affection, love. For if you possess these qualities in increasing measure, they will keep you from being ineffective and unproductive in your knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ.
(2 Peter 1:5–8)


As we enter the second half of Praxis’ fifth year, we reflect on the ministry between April and June. This year’s theme, “Planting Life,” reminds us—through the words of the apostle Peter—that in our journey of knowing Christ, we are not to become idle or unfruitful. What have we learned in the second quarter?


1. A Unique Neighborhood Bible Study Series

IIn the first quarter, our Bible study series, “The Final Week of Christ on Earth,” attracted over ten neighbors. Building on last year’s journey of understanding the meaning of Christmas through Scripture, we continued this season with activity-based explorations of Jesus’ passion and resurrection, and the lessons learned by those close to Him. On April 11 (afternoon), we were honored to have Pastor Shek share insights into Passion Week through classical art, helping participants understand the deep connection between Christ and us.

  


2. Growing Together in “Praxis church network” (佐鄰油里)

We give thanks for the pastors and community leaders who regularly gather to pray for the neighborhood and learn together. On the morning of April 11, we invited Dr. Andy Chiu to speak on “The Challenge of VR and AI to the Church.” As intelligent technologies permeate our lives, how should the Church respond? We also heard from “Little Life” Ministry, which supports vulnerable pregnant women and teaches society to respect life through a biblical lens.



3. Faith in Action – Praxis Walkers

Congratulations to the five graduates of the 6th Cohort of Praxis Walkers! After three months of practical ministry and learning, a graduation ceremony was held on May 28 at Christ Centre Church (Jordan branch). Friends, pastors, and families joined to hear heartfelt sharing from the graduates and encouragement from co-workers. Graduates automatically become Praxis Agents (油踐特工) and will continue serving with us. We eagerly welcome this new team of dedicated volunteers.


4. Spiritual Renewal through Retreats

We held two one-day retreats this quarter:
  • May 1:  Praxis Agents Retreat at Tsing Lam Alliance Church. Themed “Planting Life”, the retreat invited volunteers to reflect on spiritual growth through contemplation and the experience of being shaped by God.

  • June 13: Praxis Church network Retreat for pastors and ministry coworkers at Lok Ching Yuen, Sheung Shui. The theme was “Walking with the Lord: A Deeper Journey”, led by Ms. Sandy Lai. Both retreats allowed us to experience God’s work in shaping our lives.


5. Entering the Field – Ministry Exposure
In addition to weekly exposure activities, we entered the internship season starting in May. Participants included:
  • Young adult group from North Point Alliance Church
  • Interns from Breakthrough’s “DSE Work Trial Program”
  • Students from Evangel Seminary’s “Gospel in the Community” Course
Moreover, Praxis Fellowship visited “Have a Home” (有家) —a ministry for the homeless—on June 29 for mutual exchange and learning.


6. Unity in the District – Joint Alpha Course
For the first time, four churches from different denominations in the same district came together to host a Joint Alpha Course. Each church invited new friends and neighbors to attend the 13-week gathering. As of this writing, we have reached the ninth session, with around 40 participants on average. The relaxed afternoon tea setting has become a space for meaningful reflection on faith.
Through these second-quarter ministries, we see neighbors, volunteers, churches, and organizations all learning and growing together. May we bear fruit under the Lord’s guidance and take part in transforming our community.


Praxis Dec 2024 to Feb 2025 Financial Information (unaudited)



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May we walk hand in hand in the sacred journey! 
The Praxis Team


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