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“30 is just a number!” Yes indeed, and we thank all well-wishers
for not dispelling the illusion of our “youth”! Interestingly, the
fond memories of our youth in the old Barker Road campus do
feel rather fresh. One of our batch mates recounted a hilarious
“sword-fight” in class with rolled paper, as though it took place
a few hours ago. Other mates enthusiastically described the
campus with impressive detail about the school blocks, canteen,
quadrangle and classrooms, along with other fine architectural
features such as the toilet ceiling. Everyone felt youthful, as
though we had just been dismissed from an exciting day at
school.
These fun-filled conversations were a part of online events which
were organised by the Class of 90. Although the earlier plans to
celebrate our 30th anniversary in person were shelved because
of the Covid-19 situation, we have bravely embraced the clarion
call that the pandemic would not stop us from gathering (online)!
One of the events which took place recently was an online
chapel service. Because of Covid-19, many of us faced anxiety
over health risks, uncertainty over livelihoods and disruption of
our usual course of lives. We understood the need to reflect on
God’s steadfast love and never-ending mercies, not just among
the Christians, but also for our brothers who were seeking
God or simply in need of support. We felt that a chapel service
would provide an opportunity for the batch to gather in a familiar
setting to worship and pray. After all, many of us had treasured
memories of attending the ACS chapel services, singing hymns,
praying and learning about Christ.
Our online service was held on July 24 and was attended by
over 50 from the Class of 90. The programme, which was led
by members of the batch, included worship, Scripture reading, a
message, a personal testimony and prayers. It was an uplifting
time of fellowship, as hearts and minds turned to Christ, who
is our living hope.
Going forward, chapel services will be conducted regularly for
the batch, along with prayer sessions which have been initiated
from September 2020. A gathering to celebrate the batch’s 30th
anniversary is also in the works.
In 1 Thessalonians 5:11, we are called to encourage each other
and build each other up. We are recognising this verse as an
invitation to support each other, having begun our journey
together in ACS, and continuing well beyond our graduation,
over the mountaintops and through the valleys of our lives.
Mr Raymond Chee
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