Joy Fellowship
1 Thessalonians 5:16–18 (NIV)
Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.
Fellowship Overview
The Joy Fellowship was established in 1992, and the Goodness Fellowship merged into it in 2024. It currently consists of 13 families, comprising 16 members.
➤ Chairperson: Fan Fan
➤ Tutoring: Brother Hu Wei
➤ Pastoral Care: Elder Chen Jixiang
➤ Core Members of the Fellowship:
Fred Lee, Betty Lee, Yu Sumei, Zhu Yunxia, Wang Jingfen, Zhang Lingyu, Zhu Maoxuan, Pan Qiongzi, Ni Meiqin, Yu Suqing, Hu Wei, Cai Lixi, Chen Kejing, Fan Fan, Zhao Wei, Lu Lin, Zhao Zhengxing, Rose Hsu, Li Shaorun, Zhang Jinlong, Zhou Junmin.
➤ Meeting Time / Format / Location:
Online Bible Study: The first Friday of every month, 7:45 – 9:45 PM.
The third Saturday of every month, 5:00 – 8:00 PM, in Room 205 at the church.
➤ Meeting Frequency: Twice a month
➤ Group Size: 15–25 people
➤ Adult Age Group: Empty Nesters (50+ to 80+)
👶 Children's Age Group: Working adults, university students
Introduction to Church Ministry Activities
- Elder Chen Jixiang and Sister Shuwen serve as the steadfast anchors of our fellowship; the harmonious, loving, warm, and relaxed atmosphere that characterizes our group is inextricably linked to their presence. Elder Jixiang is insightful and possesses a keen sense of humor, while Sister Shuwen demonstrates profound insight into both the understanding and practical application of the Scriptures.
- Fred and Betty Lee have served for many years as Sunday School teachers at their church, caring for newcomers and nurturing the spiritual growth of their fellow brothers and sisters in Christ; their loving marriage and their devotion to the Lord stand as a living testimony of their faith.
- Yu Sumei has served as the Fellowship Chairperson for many years; she excels at creatively organizing lively and engaging fellowship activities, thereby making significant contributions to the ministry of the fellowship.
- Yu Suqing makes every effort to prepare an abundance of delicious food for every gathering.
- Zhu Yunxia has served as the Fellowship Chairperson for many years; she has long assisted the church kitchen with food procurement—a familiar figure invariably seen during church meal services—and is also an avid marathon enthusiast.
- Zhang Lingyu is a member of the church's Care Team and has a passion for care ministry.
- Wang Jingfen is an accomplished singer and dancer, and a key member of the choir.
- Qiongzi is not only a member of the choir but is also responsible for cultivating, arranging, and designing the fresh floral decorations within the church; she ensures that the floral designs and arrangements are completed in advance of every Sunday worship service.
- Zhu Maoxuan served as a children's Sunday School teacher for many years.
- Hu Wei and Cai Lixi: Brother Hu Wei frequently serves as a bilingual interpreter for the English congregation and acts as a "living encyclopedia" for the fellowship—whenever there is ambiguity or uncertainty regarding a Bible passage during study, people turn to him; Sister Cai Lixi works hard to manage the household and contributes quietly to the family.
- Zhao Wei and Fan Fan: Brother Zhao Wei focuses on the practical application of biblical principles in daily life and is zealous in preaching the Gospel; Sister Fan Fan is devoted to fellowship ministry.
- Sister Lu Lin devotes herself to the diligent study of biblical doctrine; to enhance her learning and comprehension, she is currently teaching herself Hebrew.
- Chen Kejing has served multiple times as a Children's Sunday School teacher and is deeply invested in the spiritual growth of the church's youth.
- Ni Meiqin is devoted to fellowship ministry and remains diligent in her Sunday School studies.
- Cindy Zhao is cheerful and outspoken, and her pasta dishes are the absolute best.
- Rose Hsu serves with great devotion; whenever it is her turn to provide refreshments for the fellowship, she spends an entire day preparing exquisite homemade treats that are widely acclaimed.
- Sisters Li Shaorun and Shao Run are new members of the fellowship and embody the "slash career" lifestyle: corporate elite, marathon runner, devoted wife and mother, and—above all—a thoughtful Christian.
- Zhang Jinlong and Zhou Junmin: Zhang Jinlong is eager to help others, assisting fellow church members with home repairs; Junmin comes from a family of three generations of Christians and loves the Lord.
Missionaries and Organizations Supported by the Joy Fellowship
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Action Mission: Ten Thousand Military Operations
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