Trinity Annual ConferenceTHE LIFE-GIVING TOOLS (LGT) SERIES FOR EVERY LEADER
This is an in-house formation program for Leaders of Wesley Methodist Church KL,
in collaboration with ICM
LEADERS EDITION | JANUARY - OCTOBER 2026
Preamble: The Role of Small Groups in Wesley’s Discipling Process:
‘This was the rise of the United Society, first in Europe and then in America. Such a society is no other than “a company of men having the form and seeking power of godliness, united in order to pray together, to receive the word of exhortation and to watch over one another in love, that they may help each other work out their salvation.’ (Appendix 1: The General Rules of the Methodist Church)
The Goal of the LGT Series:
To equip every disciple and leader with basic life-giving tools in order to attend to their inner life for the purpose of spiritual growth and transformation towards Christlikeness. LGT introduces a rhythm and space that will deepen prayer life, polish listening skills, hone a discerning heart and cultivate a posture of attentiveness to God in everyday life. In doing so, leaders can grow in holding space and encourage the fostering a culture of watching over one another in love.
Outcomes of the LGT Series
By the end of the LGT Series, the participant will:
- Learn the practice and theology of spiritual formation that informs the breadth and depth of prayer for both personal and communal life
- Pick up practical tips on how to listen – to ourselves, to our community and to God
- Learn tools that will help hone a discerning heart for the purpose of knowing and doing the will of God
- Sample guided spiritual practices practiced in the early centuries of the Christian church
- Experience intentional conversation and community life for growth and accountability
- Become increasingly aware of the presence of God in us and around us
Tools
- Scripture Meditation : How to meditate scriptures so that life and scripture merge
- Journaling: How to write reflectively while paying attention to life and God
- Prayer of Examen - How to review our day, our actions, interactions, and grow in our gratitude and our awareness of God
- Principles for Discernment – What are some practical principles to help us gain clarity in our discernment journey
- Skills in active listening & intentional responding in small groups
Syllabus:
Module 1 – SPIRITUAL FORMATION & PRAYER - This session introduces spiritual formation and the on-going work of the Holy Spirit in forming us in multi-dimensionally. We will explore prayer as God’s way of forming us through our listening, attending and responding to Him. What does it mean to hear God and His invitations to us? How do we cultivate a lifestyle that help us become more attentive to God and His presence in our everyday lives?
Module 2 - LIFE-GIVING PRACTICES AND HABITS OF THE HEART – This session focuses on the role of spiritual disciplines and practices for the sake of the soul. What are the role of spiritual disciplines and practices in the spiritual life? How can these spiritual practices open our hearts to the Holy Spirit’s work of transformation? How do we grow our spiritual practices of engagement and abstinence so that God can transform and recreate new habits of the heart?
Module 3 - DISCERNMENT & KNOWING THE WILL OF GOD – This sessions discusses the theology, process and practice of discernment. What are the principles and processes of discernment in helping us clarify, listen and obey the ‘will of God’ in our lives? What is discernment in light of our decision-making & life choices?
Module 4 - BECOMING A FRIEND ON THE JOURNEY – This session focuses on becoming a spiritual companion to one another in our community of faith. How do we create space in our hearts so that we can host deeper conversations of the heart and soul? What does it mean to redirect our conversations towards what God is doing an inviting us to?
Training Methodology:
This series will integrate didactic teachings, experiential personal prayer exercises and conversations in smaller community. 40% of time is for guided individual reflection, prayer & journaling. 30% for communal experience. 30% teaching, instructions & debriefing.
Assessment:
All participants will receive a Certificate of Completion if they complete the following :
- Attend 5 sessions (incl the orientation)
- Engage in the practice component (prayer exercises) in between sessions
- Participate in a group spiritual dialogue
- Engage in discussion post on Padlet (an online interactive platform)
- Submit a 1-page reflective journal at the end of every session
Who Should Attend:
Leaders & Co-Leaders of Wesley Methodist Church, KL
In addition to your roles, you:
- Desire to grow your inner life and your life with God, so that increasingly, your doing flows out of your being. Therefore, you are willing to commit to 20 hours of in-person training (four 1-Day, 6-hour, 9 am – 4.00 pm) sessions and 4 hours of orientation,
- Are interested to learn to engage in the different formational practices for your personal growth. Therefore, willing to set aside regular time of 2 hours weekly for prayer and spiritual practices introduced at the sessions
- Believe in fostering a small group of a different kind and therefore, willing to be part of a small LGT companion group by engaging in 4 (2-hour) monthly group spiritual dialogue sessions
- Willing to engage in community learning through interactive padlet postings (an e-platform that serves like a communal space to learn, encourage and pray for one another)
TRAINING SCHEDULE
March 14, 2026 (Saturday)
LGT Orientation
April 18, 2026 (Saturday)
LGT Module 1 – Spiritual Formation & Prayer
(Instructors: Ps Mike Ngui & Dr Ng Wai Ling)
June 20, 2026 (Saturday)
LGT Module 2 – Life-Giving Practices and Habits of the Heart
(Instructors: Tang Swee Kit & Rev Yong Wai Yin)
Aug 22, 2026 (Saturday)
LGT Module 3 – Discernment and Knowing the Will of God
(Instructors: Lim Siew Lan & Joshua Snyder)
Oct 3, 2026 (Saturday)
LGT Module 4 – Becoming a Friend on the Journey
(Instructors: Philip & Su-Kim Phua)
REGISTRATION (For Leaders of KL Wesley Only)
Registration closes on 28-Feb 2026.
LGT INSTRUCTORS
Pastor Mike Ngui has served with DUMC for the past 25 years, where he focuses on Christian Education and the formation of disciples across the life of the church. He is married to Cynthia, and they are blessed with two sons and daughters-in-law, a daughter, a three-year-old grandson, and a one-year-old granddaughter. A lifelong learner, he is currently pursuing a Doctor of Ministry, cheerfully describing the process as a form of self-inflicted refinement..
Wai Ling is deeply convicted that much of her vocational steps and life have been ordered by the Lord and shaped by her community. Hence, she cherishes opportunities to accompany groups in listening conversations and discerning God in community. She has a MA in Counselling and a Certificate in Training & Development (CITD) before embarking on the spiritual direction track. She received her MA in Spiritual Formation and Soul Care in 2007 with a training in spiritual direction from Talbot School of Theology, California. In 2024, she received her Doctor of Ministry (with a research focus on communal discernment) under the Asia Graduate School of Theology (AGST Alliance). Wai-Ling serves as the Director of TRAC Institute for Christian Ministry (ICM) and worships in Taman Ujong Methodist Church, Seremban.
Siew Lan is grateful to God and to mentors who have helped her attend to her inner life. She desires to encourage others to know God beyond intellectual awareness and to become more integrated and discerning as they journey in Christ. She received her training in Spiritual Companionship with Maranatha Retreat House (2009-2011) and graduated with a Masters in Christian Studies from Seminari Theoloji Malaysia. She currently serves in the Equipping Department in a Methodist church. She seeks to provide a safe space for others to savor their journey and grow in their relationship with God. She is interested in spirituality, discernment , and sports.
Josh Snyder has been married to Vivienne for 23 years and counting. They are the parents of two college-aged daughters, Sophia and Faith. Currently, Josh serves the Spirit’s work of formation in leaders and those they lead. He is also studying for his Doctor of Ministry in Spiritual Formation and Soul Care at Talbot School of Theology.
Rev (Ms) Yong Wai Yin is a retired elder of the Methodist Church in Malaysia. Her father was a passionate educationist and from him she has caught the passion for formation work and teaching. She has been involved with the work of ICM since 2012. Her desire is to see people grow deep in their walk with God and live the abundant life Jesus came to bring us.
Swee Kit is passionate about her calling to help people grow and deepen their relationship with God. Her involvement in student ministry and the desire to understand the process of spiritual transformation led her to Talbot School of Theology, where she completed her MA in Spiritual Formation and Soul Care and received her training as a spiritual director in 2017. She enjoys creating safe and hospitable spaces for others to encounter God, whether at retreats or in spiritual direction. Swee Kit completed her Advance Certificate in Supervision at Fordham University and offers supervision to spiritual directors.
Philip & Su-Kim Phua have served with Operation Mobilisation ("OM") for the past 20 years. Their passion is to see people encounter God and grow into their God-designed potential. As people developers, they serve mission workers across the world through the ministry of training, mentoring and coaching..
REGISTRATION (For Leaders of KL Wesley Only)
Registration closes on 28-Feb 2026.
For enquiries, please contact the following persons:
LGT coordinator,
brother Jeysing 012-304 8121
or Siak Kwan 012-267 6164