The Singhs’ Farewell

In their farewell message, Tony and Melanie reflected on seven years of ministry in Ottawa, drawing from Acts 20 and Ephesians 3. They spoke of faith, community, and legacy—reminding the church that it is not buildings or crowds but people rooted in Christ’s love. With gratitude for shared lives, baptisms, and perseverance, they charged the congregation—especially the youth—to carry forward a vibrant, united faith.
Scripture Reference: Acts 20:17–38; Ephesians 3:14–21

Theme: God’s grace sustains His church through faithful leadership, lasting community, and shared legacy.

Paul’s Example in Acts 20

  • Paul’s humility, perseverance, and proclamation of the gospel
  • Facing hardships with the Spirit’s guidance
  • Commitment to finishing the race and testifying to God’s grace

Sharing Life, Not Just the Gospel

  • Visiting members’ homes and hearing their stories
  • Joy of weddings and baptisms, sorrow of missing future milestones
  • Witnessing baptisms as a parting gift — a testimony of God’s work

The Essence of Church: Community, Not Crowds

  • Warning against confusing a crowd with a church, or a building with a community
  • Importance of relationships where every person is seen and heard
  • Ottawa congregation’s unique love and perseverance

Legacy and Partnership in Ministry

  • Leadership is about partnership, not pedestal
  • Faith and perseverance of members have carried the ministry
  • Thankfulness for family group leaders, volunteers, AV team, campus and teen ministries

Looking Back, Living Present, Guarding Future

  • Past: Gratitude for what God has done
  • Present: Stay faithful, rooted in the Word, united in love
  • Future: Trust God to carry on His work; guard faith against division

Charge to the Youth

  • Teens and campus ministry: the future of the church
  • This is not your parents’ church — it must become your own faith
  • Diversity and unity as a living testimony of Christ

Communion Reflection

  • Foundation is Christ alone
  • Reminder: bought with a price — the blood of Jesus
  • Gratitude for leaders past and present, but ultimately for Christ’s sacrifice