Explain International in partnership with DUMC is proud to present

THE NATIONAL APOLOGETICS CONFERENCE
The Story of Scripture: How God’s Word Came to Us

Date: 25 Aug
Time: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Venue: DUMC

In a time when the authority and reliability of Scripture are constantly questioned, many believers, especially the younger generation, struggle with doubt and lack confidence in explaining their faith.

This conference is designed to change that.

WHAT THIS CONFERENCE WILL DO

• Equip you with a solid biblical understanding of the origin, formation, and preservation of Scripture
• Strengthen your confidence in the authority and reliability of God’s Word
• Help you trace the story of the Bible from divine revelation to historical transmission
• Build your ability to defend and explain the Gospel
• Prepare you to engage a sceptical and pluralistic society
• Raise up believers who are Biblically grounded and missionally equipped

PLENARY SESSIONS

• How Were the Apostolic Writings Compiled? – Rev. Samuel Nesan
• How Did the Old Testament Originate? – Dr. Kyle Essary
• The Gospel from Genesis to Revelation – Dr. Jared Wellman
• Who Decided What Books Belong in the Bible? – Asher Chee

AGE-SPECIFIC TRACKS

This is a conference for everyone!

• Children (9–12) – Interactive sessions building biblical foundations
• Youths (13–17) – Grounding young believers in the reliability of Scripture
• Main Conference – Deepening skill in applying apologetics using Scripture

LANGUAGE TRACK

• Tamil Track for Tamil-speaking participants with emphasis on the preaching of the gospel.

All tracks run concurrently in different locations within the same venue.

Four Tracks – One Conference!

The Craft and Cost of Genuine Care
Christian Leadership 301
NOTE: You will need to complete all the core courses under Level 1 & 2 before taking this course.

You already noticed. You already pray. You already feel the tug when someone in your group is struggling. Caring as Stewardship takes that instinct seriously and gives it the skill and the theology it needs to go the distance.

This is a six-hour course for committed cell members who want to close the gap between good intentions and genuine care. Two sessions on the specific skills of faithful caring demands: listening without fixing, sitting with grief, setting boundaries that protect rather than limit, and caring for yourself while you care for others.

You will leave with tools you can use right away and a clearer sense of what faithful, sustainable caring looks like over the long haul.

Dates: TBC (2 sessions)
Time: 9.00am-1.00pm (Saturdays)
Mode: In-person
Instructors: Pr Mike Ngui

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 and the biblical foundations of mission, inspiring you to participate faithfully in God’s work in the world today.

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

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

Feel like you’ve hit a wall with “formula” evangelism? If “preaching to strangers” feels forced and gimmicky events leave you exhausted, you’re not alone.

This Level 2 formation process moves beyond curiosity to connection. Forget the sales scripts and high-pressure presentations. Instead, we’ll explore how your ordinary life—and a simple, open heart—can become a natural bridge for the Gospel.

Format: Conducted over two Saturday mornings (9am–12pm) a week apart. This pace gives you room to breathe and reflect between learning the vision and practicing the skills.

Learn to reframe evangelism as a relational way of life, grounded in the humble practice of biblical hospitality. Discover how to share your faith sustainably and naturally through real rhythms.

Note: Includes a relaxed catch-up coffee/tea session six weeks later to support your new journey.

Ready to see how God works through your welcome?

Dates: 11 & 18 Jul (2 sessions)
Time: 9.00am-1.00pm (Saturdays)
Mode: In-person
Instructors: TBC

Baptism and Membership Encounter Weekend
Pre-requisites:
1. Get plugged into community by finding and joining a DUMC Cell Group.
2. Learn the basics of Christianity by attending Basic Doctrine.
3. Get to know us by attending Intro to DUMC.

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. 11-12 Jul registration closing date 11 Jun 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

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 | 24 May – 21 Jun | 2 Aug – 30 Aug (5 sessions)
Time: 11.15am – 1.00pm (Sundays)
Mode: In-Person



Instructor: Brian Heasley
Lead Facilitator: Edwin Lim

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 His people specific instructions on how He wants them to conduct their lives. These instructions for ethical living encompass various commands, laws, moral standards, and principles of wisdom. 

This course offers an overview of God’s moral vision, our ethical reasoning as people created in His image, and our ultimate moral accountability. Furthermore, it lays the foundation for applying Christian ethics to the moral challenges of a complex world.

Dates: 3 & 10 Oct (2 sessions)
Time: 9.00am-1.00pm (Saturdays)
Mode: In-person
Instructors: Karin Soh

Bible 101

The Bible is the special revelation of God, providing life-giving truths about the Creator who forms and shapes us to be His image-bearers to the world. It is the ultimate authority and foundation of the Christian faith; therefore, it is crucial for us to read the Bible well and be transformed by it.

Come and encounter this revealed Word of God, learn to read it well, and cultivate a rhythm of Bible reading. Let’s heed the words of Jesus when He responded to Satan’s temptation: ‘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 | 17 Oct 
Time: 9.00am – 1.00pm (Saturday)
Mode: In-Person
Instructors: Karin Soh

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: 17 & 24 Oct (2 sessions)
Time: 9.00am-1.00pm (Saturdays)
Mode: In-Person
Instructors: Pr Mike Ngui

This workshop helps believers of all ages learn to listen to sermons as a spiritual discipline—not just hear information. Individuals will grow personally in hearing and responding to God, while cell groups are encouraged to come together to support shared practices, prayer, and accountability, so God’s Word moves from weekend sermons into everyday life shaping how we think, live, and follow Christ —expecting real encounters with God and lasting transformation.

Dates: 21 Mar | 19 Sep
Time: 9.00am – 1.00pm (Saturday)
Mode: In-Person
Instructors: Pr Mike Ngui

What DUMC Believes and How to Respond

As leaders in DUMC, it’s only a matter of time before a member comes to you with questions about divorce or remarriage — and those conversations can be hard to navigate. What does the church actually believe? What can you say? Who do you refer them to?

This training gives you clear, practical answers.
We’ll cover:
✅ What DUMC believes about divorce and remarriage — in plain language
✅ The situations the church recognises, and those it doesn’t
✅ What to say, what not to say, and when to call in the pastor

Dates: 27 Jun
Time: 9.00am – 1.00pm 
Mode: In-Person
Instructors: Pastor Mike Ngui
Registration is by invitation only

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 | 3 & 10 Oct (2 sessions)
Time: 9.00am – 1.00pm (Saturdays)
Mode: In-Person
Instructors: Pr Adrian Chong

Christian Living 101

The gospel is the power of God for salvation—but it doesn’t just save us. It transforms, empowers, and strengthens us to live as the people of God in His kingdom here on earth.

Join us for this course to discover how the gospel reshapes your identity, dismantles idols, and forms authentic Christian communities. Explore how the Good News equips you to pursue holiness, reflect Christ in your work and relationships, and engage your community with purpose—living as an agent of justice, renewal, and mission.

Dates: 4 & 11 Apr | 20 Jun & 4 Jul | 19 & 26 Sep
Time: 9.00am-1.00pm (Saturdays)
Mode: In-person
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 | 15 Aug
Time: 9.00am-1.00pm (Saturday)

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

Instructors: Pr Mike Ngui

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

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: 27 Aug – 1 Oct (6 sessions)
Time: 8.15pm – 10.00pm (Thursdays)
Mode: In-Person
Instructors: Hannah Pillay

A Contemplative Retreat Series

This two-part contemplative retreat series invites you into a prayerful exploration of these 2 deeply connected questions.

In the Beholding God Retreat, we prayerfully encounter how God reveals His character and heart through Scripture and in the person of Jesus.

In the Embracing our Sacred Humanity retreat, we turn to our sacred identity – what it means to be created in God’s likeness and lovingly known. We listen for truth beneath labels and rediscover our dignity, calling and belovedness.

Each retreat can stand on its own, together, they form a journey: as we see God more clearly, we come to see ourselves more truthfully. Come, experience Spacious rhythms of guided Scripture meditation, silence and prayer.

Beholding God, Becoming Whole
Who is God – truly?
14 Jun
Time: 2.30pm-5.00pm (Sunday)
Mode: In-Person
Instructors: Lim Siew Lan

Embracing our Sacred Humanity
Who am I – really?
12 Sep
Time: 9.00pm-12.30pm (Saturday)
Mode: In-Person
Instructors: Lim Siew Lan

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-26 Apr (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)

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

Ministry 206
NOTE: You will need to complete all the core courses under Level 1 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

Caring for One Another in Your Cell Group
Christian Leadership 201

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

Shepherding is not a title. It is a way of seeing — noticing who is struggling, who is drifting, who needs someone to simply show up. And in a cell church, that calling belongs to every member, not just the leader.

Every Member a Shepherd is for active cell members who want to carry that calling well. Two sessions. Honest reflection on what genuine care actually looks like — and what gets in the way.

You will leave with a clearer sense of who God is asking you to care for — and one concrete step toward caring for them.

Dates: 23 & 30 May; 5 & 12 Sep (2 sessions)
Time: 9.00am-1.00pm (Saturdays)
Mode: In-person
Instructors: Pr Mike Ngui

Discovering Your Part in Your Cell Group

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

A cell group is more than a weekly meeting. At its best, it is a community where people know and are known — where no one carries their struggles alone, and everyone has something real to contribute.

This six-hour course is an invitation to discover your place in that kind of community. Two sessions, one week apart. Honest, unhurried conversation with people from across the church. A chance to see — perhaps for the first time — what you already bring, and what becomes possible when you bring it more fully.

No experience needed. No role required. Just come as you are, and see what God might open up.

Dates: 8 & 15 Aug (2 sessions)
Time: 9.00am-1.00pm (Saturdays)
Mode: In-person
Instructors: Karin Soh

Inductive Bible Study

The biggest threats to the Gospel are not always the most obvious ones.

In the Epistle to the Galatians, Paul confronts a situation where believers were being drawn back under the law, treating its requirements as necessary alongside faith in Christ. In doing so, they risked returning to spiritual slavery instead of living in the freedom Christ provides. Learn how life in Christ—justified by faith—should be Spirit-led, grounded in trust in Christ, and lived in unity in Christ with fellow believers.

This inductive Bible study invites participants to engage the text carefully through the OIA (Observation, Interpretation, and Application) approach. It helps us reflect on how we understand the Gospel and how that understanding shapes our identity, spiritual growth, and relationships as God’s people

We invite you to join us on this journey. It is suitable for all levels, especially for those who are interested to learn the skill of Inductive Bible Study.

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: 10 May – 26 Jul (12 sessions)
Time: 11.15am – 1.00pm (Sundays)
Mode: In-Person
Lead Facilitator: Samuel Low

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

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 to discover why church history matters for every believer. Stewarding the past enriches our spiritual formation, provides wisdom for interpreting Scripture, and offers insight into our Christian roots and traditions. History also illuminates how believers have engaged culture through worship, politics, ethics, and daily life, providing both helpful models and necessary 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

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

Theology is the study of God—to understand who God is, His nature, and how He relates to His creation. Through careful reflection on faith, scripture, tradition, and experience, theology helps believers think clearly about what they believe and how those beliefs shape their lives.

This course introduces the study of God, His relation to creation, the theological message He has revealed in Scripture, and the connection between theology and everyday life. What we believe about God inevitably shapes how we live before Him and others. 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 | 3, 10, 17, 24 Sep  (4 sessions)
Time: 8.00pm – 10.00pm (Thursdays)

Instructors: Karin Soh

Inductive Bible Study

The book of Psalms, or the Psalter, is a rich resource for God’s people. In this book, we find prayers that serve a dual focus. The Psalms serve as God’s word for us while at the same time modeling words for us to speak to God.

Every day invites a short but substantive engagement with the Bible. You will read a passage of Scripture followed by a short segment of teaching and closing with a question for reflection and self-examination.

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: 23 Aug – 22 Nov (14 sessions)
Time: 11.15am – 1.00pm (Sundays)
Mode: In-Person / Online
Lead Facilitator: Samuel Low

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

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

(half-day retreat)

Seeing God, Seeing Ourselves: A Contemplative Retreat Series

This two-part contemplative retreat series invites you into a prayerful exploration of these 2 deeply connected questions.

In the Beholding God Retreat, we prayerfully encounter how God reveals His character and heart through Scripture and in the person of Jesus.

In the Embracing our Sacred Humanity retreat, we turn to our sacred identity – what it means to be created in God’s likeness and lovingly known. We listen for truth beneath labels and rediscover our dignity, calling and belovedness.

Each retreat can stand on its own, together, they form a journey: as we see God more clearly, we come to see ourselves more truthfully. Come, experience Spacious rhythms of guided Scripture meditation, silence and prayer.

Beholding God, Becoming Whole
Who is God – truly?
14 Jun
Time: 2.30pm-5.00pm (Sunday)
Mode: In-Person
Instructors: Lim Siew Lan

Embracing our Sacred Humanity
Who am I – really?
12 Sep
Time: 9.00pm-12.30pm (Saturday)
Mode: In-Person
Instructors: Lim Siew Lan

(half-day retreat)

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

Evangelism 101

• How to start meaningful spiritual conversations naturally
• How to engage confidently with love & authenticity
• Practical steps you can start immediately in class & get response
• How to progress & maximize the power of Group Evangelism

Dates: 18 Apr | 6 Jun | 12 Sep 
Time: 9.00am – 2.00pm (includes a Luncheon)
Mode: In-Person
Instructors: Jenny Ooi

Christian Leadership 301

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

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 | 19 & 26 Sep (2 sessions)
Time: 9.00am – 1.00pm (Saturdays)
Mode: In-Person
Instructors: Pr Angeline Tan

Inductive Bible Study

What makes a church truly healthy?
Size? Number of converts? Scale of events?

Paul doesn’t measure church health the way modern church organisations do. In 1 Timothy, written to a young pastor under pressure, the focus is not expansion but faithfulness. Sound teaching over trends, character over charisma, godliness over optics.

This inductive study invites participants to observe, interpret, and apply the biblical text carefully, engaging it in its original context, and to consider how Scripture defines what it means to be a healthy church.

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: 24 May – 2 Aug (11 sessions)
Time: 11.15am – 1.00pm (Sundays)
Mode: Online
Lead Facilitator: Eileen Wong

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

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: 25 Apr & 9 May | 12 & 26 Sep
Time: 2.30pm – 4.00pm (Saturdays)
Mode: In-person
Instructors: Pr Dylan Wong

This Lent, you are invited to slow down and listen deeply to God through Scripture and silence. Over five weeks, we will journey together through biblical passages, allowing God’s Word to shape our prayer, heal our hearts, and draw us into deeper trust and abiding.

These sessions are spacious and contemplative, with time for quiet reflection.
No prior experience is needed—only a willingness to pause and be present.

Dates: 26 Feb, 5, 12, 19, 26 Mar
Time: 8.15pm – 9.15pm (Thursdays)
Mode: Online
Instructors: Christina Teoh & team

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: 6 Jun | 10 Oct
Time: 9.00am-1.00pm (Saturday)
Mode: In-person
Instructors: Pr Chris Manivannan

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 | 5 & 12 Sep (2 sessions)
Time: 9.00am-1.00pm (Saturdays)
Mode: In-person
Instructors: Pr Chris Manivannan

(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
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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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