Series: Advent 2025: The Invitation

Ministry 302
NOTE: You will need to complete all the core courses under Level 1 & 2 before taking this course.

Learn how to walk with new believers through their newfound faith in Jesus Christ with material-based Discipleship 1 – Basics of Christian Life.

Suitable for anyone desiring to gain new insights on the discipleship journey.

Commitment for both sessions is required.
Registration is by invitation only for students endorsed by Zone Pastor / Zone Leaders.

Trained participants may be approached to consider journeying with the new believers on one-on-one sessions.

Dates: 18 & 25 Jul (2 sessions)
Time: 9.00am-1.00pm (Saturdays)
Mode: In-person
Instructors: Stella Hoh & Pr Angeline Tan

Christian Living 302
NOTE: You will need to complete all the core courses under Level 1 & 2 before taking this course.

Christianity is rooted in God’s actions in real time and space, through real people, throughout the centuries. Step into the past with us and discover why church history matters for every believer. Stewarding the past enriches our spiritual formation, provides wisdom for interpreting Scripture, and gives insights to our Christian roots and traditions. History also illuminates how believers have engaged culture in worship, politics, ethics, and daily life, offering both helpful models and warnings. Ultimately, the story of the church testifies to God’s sustaining grace and His promise to preserve his people.

Dates: 29 Aug & 5 Sep (2 sessions)
Time: 9.00am-1.00pm (Saturdays)
Mode: In-person
Instructors: Karin Soh

Ministry 301
NOTE: You will need to complete all the core courses under Level 1 & 2 before taking this course.

First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for all people, for kings and all who are in high positions, that we may lead a peaceful and quiet life, godly and dignified in every way (1 Timothy 2:1-2).

In this course, you will learn what is intercession, the biblical basis of intercession, and the importance of intercessory prayer. It also covers the different practical aspects of ministry as we intercede and stand in the gap for others.

Dates: 28 Mar & 4 Apr | 15 & 22 Aug (2 sessions)
Time: 9.00am-1.00pm (Saturdays)
Mode: In-person
Instructors: Pr Chris Manivannan

Christian Living 301
NOTE: You will need to complete all the core courses under Level 1 & 2 before taking this course.

From Genesis to Revelation, God gives people specific instructions about how he wants them to conduct their lives. These instructions about ethical living involve many commands, laws, moral standards, ideals, prohibitions, and principles of wisdom relating to moral judgment. This course offers an overview of God’s moral and ethical vision for His people, our ethical reasoning as people created in His image and moral accountability. It also lays the foundation for applying Christian ethics to the moral challenges of this complex world.

Dates: 27 Jun & 4 Jul | 17 & 24 Oct (2 sessions)
Time: 9.00am-1.00pm (Saturdays)
Mode: In-person
Instructors: Karin Soh

Ministry 205
NOTE: You will need to complete all the core courses under Level 1 before taking this course.

How does one spark lively discussion during Word time in CG or in a Bible study group? Learn and practice basic principles of facilitation in this course.

*Limited seats, commitment for both sessions is required.
Registration is by invitation only for students endorsed by Zone Pastor / Zone Leaders.

Dates: 25 Apr & 2 May | 29 Aug & 5 Sep (2 sessions)
Time: 9.00am-1.00pm (Saturdays)
Mode: In-person
Instructors: Stella Hoh

Ministry 204
NOTE: You will need to complete all the core courses under Level 1 before taking this course.

Why do people with common goals find it hard to serve together? Maybe it has to do with social styles. 

“Seek to understand than to be understood,” is a well-worn adage and particularly helpful in Christian life and mission.

This is a ministry elective suitable for developing cohesive and self-sacrificial working relationships toward common goals, by understanding and working around one another’s unique relational make-up.

Dates: 23 & 30 May | 24 & 31 Oct (2 sessions)
Time: 9.00am-1.00pm (Saturday)
Mode: In-person
Instructors: Stella Hoh

Ministry 203
NOTE: You will need to complete all the core courses under Level 1 before taking this course.

An Introduction to Spiritual Companionship
This course provides structured teaching to exercise the ministry of presence using the principles and practices of spiritual companionship.
This provides helpful frameworks and skills to connect, befriend and journey with others with a deep awareness of God and the different stages of faith.
Suitable for all who desire to know how to intentionally journey better with others, in whatever stages of faith they may be.

Mode: In-Person
Dates: 24 Jan
Time: 9.00am-1.00pm (Saturdays)

Mode: Online
Dates: 23 & 30 Jul (2 sessions)
Time: 8.00pm – 10.00pm (Thursdays)

Instructors: Lim Siew Lan

Theology 201
NOTE: You will need to complete all the core courses under Level 1 before taking this course.

Growing in our knowledge of God moves us to worship Him more fully and love Him more dearly.

Join us on this journey of knowing God through the unified theological message of the Bible.

Together, we’ll trace the grand story of Scripture—from Creation to New Creation—and uncover the revelation of God through His manifest presence, His kingdom and covenant, and His acts through history. This study in biblical theology will help you see how every part of Scripture fits together, revealing God’s intent as the divine Author and discover your place in the biblical story. As Thomas Aquinas reminds us, “Theology teaches of God, is taught by God, and leads to God.”

Mode: In-Person
Dates: 6 & 13 Jun (2 sessions)
Time: 9.00am – 1.00pm (Saturdays)

Mode: Online
Dates: 5, 12, 19, 26 Mar | 6, 13, 20, 27 Aug (4 sessions)
Time: 8.00pm – 10.00pm (Thursdays)

Instructors: Karin Soh

Ministry 202
NOTE: You will need to complete all the core courses under Level 1 before taking this course.

Singing is part of the Christian experience. Worshipping in song, is older than the Psalms. The people of God have been making ‘joyful noises’ for centuries. In more recent times, there has been an explosion of events, billed as ‘worship experiences’, featuring well-known worship-leaders and worship bands, light-and-sound shows and thousands in audience. On the other hand, in homes all over the world, small groups of people gather and sing to God, without fanfare.

So, what is worship? What happens in worship? How we ‘do it’? Especially in our small group settings.
This is a course on worship, and particularly, worshipping God in song. It is designed to help you understand why we worship, and how we do so in song. It is also intended to help you lead others in worship in a small group setting.

Mode: In-Person
Dates: 2 May | 8 Aug
Time: 9.00am-1.00pm (Saturday)

Mode: Online
Dates: 9 & 16 Apr | 9 & 16 Jul (2 sessions)
Time: 8.00pm – 10.00pm (Thursdays)

Instructors: Pr Mike Ngui

Bible 201
NOTE: You will need to complete all the core courses under Level 1 before taking this course.

Get an overview of the Bible from Genesis to Revelation, and the overarching message it brings within its historical and geographical contexts. This two-session course lays out the great story of the Bible while providing historical and geographical insights. A book-by-book summary is provided for a better understanding of the message of the Bible and its interconnectedness.

Topics covered include:
* “The Big Picture” – This is a brief history of events from Genesis (Creation) to Revelation (The End of Time).
* The historical periods and geography of the Old Testament
* How to understand the Old Testament books of law, history, poetry and prophecy.
* The history and literature of the Intertestamental Period.
* The historical periods and geography of the New Testament (Palestine during the time of Jesus).
* How to understand the New Testament books e.g. the gospels, the epistles, etc.
* You will also be helped to remember important places that will facilitate your understanding of the Bible.

Dates: 11 & 18 Apr | 11 & 18 Jul (2 sessions)
Time: 9.00am – 1.00pm (Saturdays)
Mode: In-Person
Instructors: Pr Angeline Tan

Spiritual Formation 201
NOTE: You will need to complete all the core courses under Level 1 before taking this course.

Drawing on the imagery of the natural rhythms of the created order, this course explores the practices that spiritual seekers and growing disciples have used throughout history to grow closer to God. In a similar way, the disciplines of the spiritual life are the basic components of the rhythm of intimacy that feeds the soul, keeping Christians open and available to God’s surprising initiative in their lives.

In six sessions, this course will guide you in a way that links the disciplines of the Christian faith to the most compelling desires of the human soul. Each session offers teaching (video and live) and spiritual guidance on specific practices, allowing you to experience each discipline and incorporate it into your life.

Dates: 9 Apr – 21 May | 27 Aug – 1 Oct (6 sessions)
Time: 8.15pm – 10.00pm (Thursdays)
Mode: In-Person
Instructors: Hannah Pillay

Theology 301
NOTE: You will need to complete all the core courses under Level 1 & 2 before taking this course.

Apologetics, simply stated, means “the defense of the faith.” Is Jesus really God? Did he actually rise from the dead? Is the Bible really God’s Word? These questions may seem difficult but they are not impossible to answer. In fact, these are the key issues of the Christian faith. As Paul says, “…if Christ has not been raised, your faith is futile…” (1 Corinthians 15:17). Therefore, as responsible Christians, we need to learn how to defend our faith in God, the Bible and the other key Christian doctrines.

This course will teach you how to reason out your faith so that you may “always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have.” (1 Peter 3:15)

Dates: 23 & 30 May | 10 & 17 Oct (2 sessions)
Time: 9.00am-1.00pm (Saturdays)
Mode: In-Person
Instructors: Pr Mike Ngui

Spiritual Formation 301
NOTE: You will need to complete all the core courses under Level 1 & 2 before taking this course.

A transformation of the heart is the goal every Christian must desire after and strive for if his/her walk with God is to be taken seriously. However, there is no shortcut to this cultivation of the inner life. Well-known author Richard Foster comments, “If we are expecting one or two worship services or study groups a week to change us, it will never happen. The whole object of the exercise is to walk with God through our days and through our nights.”

The practice of the spiritual disciplines is the pathway toward true inner spiritual transformation, which is more than about merely doing good “Christian” things. On a deeper level, it is about being changed from the inside out so that we can live abundant and joyful lives for the Lord.

“The soul and the body make a man; the Spirit and discipline make a Christian.” – John Wesley

Dates: 11 , 25 Jul, 15, 29 Aug & 19 Sep
Time: 9.00am-11.30am (Saturdays)
Mode: Online, except 1st session & Retreat.
Instructors: Lim Siew Lan

Bible 301
NOTE: You will need to complete all the core courses under Level 1 & 2 before taking this course.

In this course, you will enjoy learning the Inductive Bible Study method—three simple but important steps in doing Bible study:

• Observe – Find open and hidden facts in the text.
• Interpret – Find the message the writer wants to convey.
• Apply – Find the relevance of God’s message for you today.

This course also explores the various theories of Bible translation to show how these factors influence the task of interpreting Scripture. Particular attention will be given to understanding the New Testament epistles and the Old Testament narratives, both of which are commonly read portions of the Bible. Learning to interpret the Bible accurately is a precious investment for our spiritual growth and a great impetus for developing a lifelong passion for the study of God’s Word.

Dates: 11 & 18 Apr | 21 & 28 Nov (2 sessions)
Time: 9.00am-1.00pm (Saturdays)
Mode: In-person
Instructors: Samuel Low

Christian Living 201
NOTE: You will need to complete all the core courses under Level 1 before taking this course.

The apostle Paul states that “our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms.” (Eph 6:12, NIV) Though the term ‘spiritual warfare’ is not found in the Bible, it is clearly biblical.

This course seeks to equip participants to minister with authority and confidence in the Lord Jesus Christ. We will look into the biblical basis of spiritual warfare and examine the different practical aspects of ministry in which we are engaged in spiritual warfare.

Dates: 9 & 16 May | 25 Jul & 1 Aug (2 sessions)
Time: 9.00am-1.00pm (Saturdays)
Mode: In-person
Instructors: Pr Chris Manivannan

Evangelism 301
NOTE: You will need to complete all the core courses under Level 1 & 2 before taking this course.

At the heart of missional living is the mission of God—missio Dei—the redemptive work by which God is gathering people from every tribe, language, and nation into His new creation. From God’s covenant with Abraham to the sweeping vision of Revelation, Scripture reveals a God who blesses, restores, and pursues the world He loves. Jesus entrusts this mission to His church in the Great Commission. We are a missional people because we belong to a missional God. This course invites you to explore the mission of God, biblical foundations of mission, and be inspired to participate faithfully in God’s work in the world today.

Dates: 11 & 18 Jul | 31 Oct & 7 Nov (2 sessions)
Time: 9.00am-1.00pm (Saturdays)
Mode: In-person
Instructors: Karin Soh

Spiritual Formation 202
NOTE: You will need to complete all the core courses under Level 1 before taking this course.

What is the purpose of tongues and prophecy in the church of Jesus Christ? How can we lay hold of these spiritual gifts to be effective servants of God?

This course provides foundational understanding of the gift of tongues and prophecy, which is a key issue discussed by the Apostle Paul in the 1 Corinthians.

Come and discover how these gifts can enrich your relationship with God and the way that you contribute and serve the body of Christ.

Dates: 23 May | 17 Oct
Time: 9.00am-1.00pm (Saturday)
Mode: In-person
Instructors: Pr Chris Manivannan

Bible 101

The Bible is the special revelation of God, giving us personal knowledge and life-giving truth abou this Creator God, who is good, who redeems his people, and establishes covenants with them. God’s word forms us and shapes us into the truest version of ourselves—his image-bearers, reflecting his life to the world. Therefore, it is crucial for us to read the Bible well and be transformed by it.

Through this course you will get to know your Bible, learn to read it well, and cultivate a rhythm of Bible reading. Let’s heed the words of Jesus when he responded to Satan’ temptation by quoting Deuteronomy 8:3: “Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of God.”

Dates: 28 Mar | 16 May | 22 Aug | 10 Oct 
Time: 9.00am – 1.00pm (Saturday)
Mode: In-Person
Instructors: Karin Soh

Spiritual Formation 101 

A five sessions video based study by Brian Heasley. The Be Still series will equip you and your community to learn how to develop a regular rhythm and deeper daily relationship with God.

Learn more about what a “quiet time” is all about — why we do it, how to do it, and its importance in our journey of faith.

Take-home prayer practices are estimated at between 15 to 30 minutes a day.

Dates: 15 Mar – 12 Apr | 2 Aug – 30 Aug (5 sessions)
Time: 11.15am – 1.00pm (Sundays)
Mode: In-Person



Instructor: Brian Heasley
Lead Facilitator: Edwin Lim

Christian Leadership 101

Why is DUMC not in Damansara Utama?
What does church life mean for a DUMC member?

This class is for those considering membership to get acquainted with DUMC, and for current members who would like to know the history of DUMC and why we are the way we are.

Dates: 14 Mar | 9 May | 4 Jul | 29 Aug
Time: 9.00am – 1.00pm (Saturday)
Mode: In-Person
Instructors: Pr Mike Ngui

Stay tuned for further information on this course. Thank you.

Ministry 101

What are spiritual gifts? Why are they given by God, and for what purpose? Discover the spirituals gifts in this course, where you will take a personal assessment to discuss how God might be leading you to serve.

Why do Christians serve? In what ways are we different from how the world serves? What are the pitfalls of serving? Learn and discuss the being and doing of serving, which includes topics on the glory of God, the example of Jesus Christ, how to view those we serve, and areas of ministry.

Dates: 4 & 11 Apr | 27 Jun & 4 Jul (2 sessions)
Time: 9.00am – 1.00pm (Saturdays)
Mode: In-Person
Instructors: Pr Adrian Chong

Baptism and Membership Encounter Weekend

This Weekend is designed for you to come face to face with God and His Word in a deep and enriching way. It also helps you to confront your past and to become aware of any negative influence upon your life. You will then be able to make choices to walk in greater freedom and to plan, in faith, for a better future. We seek to help you achieve the following:

• Be sure of your salvation.
• Experience genuine repentance.
• Break chains that bind you to the past.
• Receive emotional (inner) healing.
• Receive & experience the fullness of the Holy Spirit.

NOTE: Participation in this encounter weekend is a pre-requisite for baptism and/or membership of DUMC. 28-29 Mar registration closing date 28 Feb with full payment.

For more information about getting baptised in DUMC, click here.

Dates: 28-29 Mar | 16-17 May | 11-12 Jul | 5-6 Sep
Time: Weekend Away
Mode: In-Person
Instructors: Pr Tan Moy How & Team

This course will grant you a deeper understanding of the heart of God for justice – God’s heart for the oppressed is not just a peripheral concept, it forms the very heart of the gospel. Justice is more than a movement; it is a lifestyle following the example of Jesus who lived justly. We pursue justice not just because the world is broken, but because we are broken too – that in doing His work serving others, we discover more of His character, and are transformed into His likeness.

Let us come together in our collective calling to love our neighbours, speak up for the oppressed, and be effective instruments of God’s justice in the world by being beacons of hope and catalysts for sustained change.

NOTE:
*Limited seats, commitment for all sessions is required.
*3 Sessions in Dream Centre, and a visit to KL Urban Fellowship (KLUF).

Dates: TBC
Time: 9.00am-12.30pm (Saturdays)
Mode: In-person
Instructors: Kathlyn Lee

This is a preparatory course for parents desiring to dedicate their infant to God.

This 2-session course provides teaching on Christian parenting. You will be prompted to bring along your parenting support couple to the second class.

The course is suitable for new and not-so-new parents, to learn about their God-given mandate towards their children as a foundation for building a Christian home.

Dates: TBC
Time: 2.30pm – 4.00pm (Saturdays)
Mode: In-person
Instructors: Pr Dylan Wong

Christian Living 101

The gospel is the power of God for salvation—but it doesn’t just save us. It has the power to transform, empower, and strengthen us to live as the people of God in His kingdom here on earth. Join us on this course to discover how the gospel reshapes identity, dismantles idols, and forms authentic Christian communities. Explore how the good news equips you to pursue holiness, reflect Christ in your relationships and work, and engage your community with purpose—living as an agent of justice, renewal, and mission.

Dates: 4 & 11 Apr | 19 & 26 Sep
Time: 9.00am-1.00pm (Saturdays)
Mode: In-person
Instructors: Karin Soh

Taking a Deeper Look at Our God

God stepped into human history in the person of Jesus. In Jesus, God comes close and shows us his face. To gain a clearer picture of God, we invite you to take a longer, deeper look at Jesus and His teachings. He is extravagantly, sacrificially loving and personal.

Come with open hearts to re-examine your picture of God, the pictures we have formed in our minds and hearts over the years. Our pictures of God, healthy or flawed, significantly influence the way we live our daily lives.

These sessions involve guided, quiet rhythms of scripture meditation, reflection and prayer.

Dates: 26 Feb, 5, 12, 19, 26 Mar, 2 Apr
Time: 8.15pm – 9.00pm (Thursdays)
Mode: Online
Instructors: Lim Siew Lan & team

Stay tuned for further information on this course. Thank you.

Stay tuned for further information on this course. Thank you.

Stay tuned for further information on this course. Thank you.

Stay tuned for further information on this course. Thank you.

Stay tuned for further information on this course. Thank you.

(half-day retreat)

Pause and Ponder held twice a year. It is designed to review the past 6 months with God, and to prepare the heart for the next stretch of time. These retreats are suitable for those who need time away from their busy schedules to rest and reflect.

Dates: 6 Jun | 15 Nov
Time: 2.30pm-5.00pm (Sunday)
Mode: In-Person
Instructors: Lim Siew Lan

(A 3-Day In-Person Quiet & Contemplative Retreat)

The Men’s Retreat is a transformative spiritual journey designed specifically for men who desire to deepen their relationship with Christ and embrace the fullness of life through the power of the Holy Spirit. This retreat offers a sacred space for reflection, renewal, and reconnection with God’s divine purpose, and rediscovery the passion of faith-adventure with God.

Dates: 23 – 25 Jan 2026
Venue: Rumah Methodist, Fraser’s Hill
Contribution: RM380 (Malaysians) & SGD230 (Non-Malaysians)
Facilitator: Rev Dr. Chew Tow Yow, Rev Thomas Chin, Loi Kim Shung, Mak Lin Yin, Dizzy Ling

This Retreat is fully subscribed. Waitlist is open.

Evangelism 201

—Living as God’s image bearers and kingdom stewards—
From the beginning, God made mankind in His image, blessed them and said, “Be fruitful, multiply, fill the earth, and subdue it.” How then shall we live as God’s image bearers and stewards in his kingdom, fulfilling His mission in creation and redemption? Come and explore God’s creation design, biblical stewardship, and what it means to live a distinct life in God’s redemption plan.

Dates:  (2 sessions)
Time: 9.00am – 1.00pm (Saturdays)
Mode: In-Person
Instructors: Jenny Ooi

Thematic Bible Study

Let’s be honest: the Old Testament seems so complicated with lineages, stories, and laws that it can be hard to make sense of God’s bigger story. In Epic of Eden, Dr. Sandra Richter jumps into the Old Testament to tell a history of God’s redeeming grace, weaving together a story that runs from the Garden of Eden to the garden of the New Jerusalem.

This class is suitable for all levels.

Equip Bible studies are small group studies and require self-study prior to the lesson. Come prepared to engage and interact with instructors and students.

Cost for workbook applies.

Dates: 11 Jan-19 Apr 2026 (13 sessions)
Time: 11.15am – 1.00pm (Sundays)
Mode: In-Person / Online
Instructor: Sandra Richter
Lead Facilitator: Eileen Wong

Estimated Self-Study (est.):30 minutes per daily lesson (5 daily lessons a week)

DUMC’s Ministry Training Institute (MTI) seeks to deepen the heart and soul of leaders involved in Christian ministry. Its role is to offer leaders a place for more thoughtful and deeper-level study of God’s Word for the life of the church.

Pre-requisite: Completion of Levels 1 to 3 are needed to commence enrolment into the Institute. Admission is subject to terms and conditions.

For further information, contact Karin Soh of Equip.
Email: karin.soh@dumc.my

Evangelism 101

Get some ideas and tools on how to intentionally tell others about Jesus. Christians become Christians because other Christians have shared the Gospel to them.

Learn to evangelise intentionally by using the response pyramid and several tools and tips to tell others about Jesus Christ and what He has done for you.

Dates: 18 Apr | 6 Jun | 25 Jul | 12 Sep 
Time: 9.00am – 2.00pm (including lunch)
Mode: In-Person
Instructors: Joseph Tan