Kul-Sel BBM Founder's Day Group Photo

Picture courtesy of BBM HQ, quality assured.

Christmas Band Performance & Rehearsal Dates

The following are in the 1st PJ BB Christmas band performance:

Trumpet: SGT Calvin Teh, CPL Sean Tan

Euphonium: LCPL Ian Kok, PTE Jeremy

Quad Drums: LCPL Naaman

Drums: PTE Brian Szto

Bell Lyre: PTE Reuben Yong, PTE Zhi-yang

Tuba: -

Percussions: LCPL Derek

BAND PRACTICE WILL BE HELD ON THE 11th DECEMBER 2010 IN TRINITY METHODIST CHURCH.

Members mentioned above, please take note.

Songs that you will be playing include:

1. Joy to the World

2. Angels we have Heard on High

Capt. Giok Hui has sent the scores to your e-mail. Please check.

Thank you.

Attend the Razzle Dazzle Christmas Concert for Free!

Refer to http://1stpjbb-beta.blogspot.com/2010/10/christmas-dazzles-charity-concert-2010.html

We are grateful to generous parents and TMC Church Members who have sponsored tickets for the event.

Members who are interested to attend, please contact Capt. Giok Hui at giokhui@yahoo.com.au

Also, the concert will need ushers for the event. Squad leaders please find out which of your Boys would like to usher for the event and tell your Corporals. It would be better if they could usher for both days.

Thank you! Merry Christmas!

Thank you.

Prize for the person who brings the most friends to the TMC Youth Christmas Party

THE SAMSUNG GALAXY 5!

Want it? Just bring as many friends as you can for the Youth Christmas Party!

Meeting on the 27th of November 2010

There will be both morning and afternoon sessions today.

Morning Session (0900-1130 hours)

Venue: TMC

Dress Code: BBM Mufti

Things to bring: BAND INSTRUMENTS

*WE WILL BE HAVING BAND CLASSES IN THE MORNING THIS WEEK. PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

Those attending the Youth Christmas Party, please hand in your reply slips. Be reminded that the person who brings the most friends to the event will win a SAMSUNG GALAXY 5 MOBILE PHONE.

THERE WILL BE NO 4W's CLASS THIS WEEK.

Afternoon Session (1430-1800 hours)

*The BB Christmas party is on this week, and will start after Bible Studies Class.

Please do not get confused between the BB Christmas party(held during this meeting) and the Youth Christmas party (held in December).

Venue: TMC

Dress Code: BBM Mufti

Things to bring: Food for Christmas Party, Gift worth approx. RM10, BIBLE STUDIES BOOK*

Those who do not bring the BIBLE STUDIES BOOK will be SEVERELY PUNISHED

Meeting on the 20th of November 2010

There will be both morning and afternoon sessions today.

Morning Session (0900-1130 hours)

Venue: Trinity Methodist Church

Dress Code: Day Dress

Things to bring: -

There will be 4W's this week. Those attending, please take note.

Afternoon Session (1430-1800 hours)

Venue: TMC

Dress Code: Day Dress

Things to bring: Band Instruments

Youth Christmas Party!

Trinity Methodist Church will be organizing the Youth Christmas Party. The details are as follow:

Youth Christmas Party

Date: 18th of December 2010

Venue: Trinity Methodist Church

Time: 5.00pm-10.00pm

Things to bring: Friends! And each person attending must bring a Secret Santa gift worth about RM10.

THE PERSON WHO BRINGS THE MOST FRIENDS UNDER INVITATION WILL WIN A SAMSUNG GALAXY 5 MOBILE PHONE! (shown in above picture, looks awesome right?)

RSVP to Steven Ooi 012-9776098 by November 30th!

This is to allow u to qualify for a lucky draw!

picture taken from link: http://www.androidmsg.com/2010/04/19/will-the-samsung-galaxy-s-arrive-at-all-major-us-carriers-by-end-of-year/

Meeting on the 13th of November 2010

There will be both morning and afternoon sessions today.

Morning Session (0900-1130 hours)

Venue: TMC

Dress Code: Day Dress

Things to bring: Sports Attire

Awards Classes: -

Status of the 4W's this week is tbc.

Afternoon Session (1430-1800 hours)

Venue: TMC

Dress Code: Day Dress

****The 1st Petaling Jaya Girls' Brigade's Awards Day is today. All boys are required to attend and give support to the event.

BOYS ARE REMINDED TO PASS UP THEIR FORMS FOR THE 1st PJ BB YEAR END CAMP FORMS AND PAYMENT THIS WEEK.

Meeting on the 6th of November 2010

There will be both morning and afternoon sessions today.

Morning Session (0900-1130 hours)

Venue: Trinity Methodist Church

Dress Code: BBM Mufti

Things to bring: Sports Attire

There will be 4W's today. Those attending please take note.

Afternoon Session (1430-1800 hours)

Venue: Trinity Methodist Church

Dress Code: BBM Mufti

Things to Bring: Band Instruments

*Band Classes will be on today

Christmas Dazzles Charity Concert 2010

The BB Selangor State Council will be organising the above event.

The brief details of it are as follow:

Dates: 11th December 2010(Saturday), 12th December 2010(Sunday)

*When purchasing a ticket, you will be purchasing for EITHER ONE of the days. Tickets are labelled as 'Saturday Ticket' or 'Sunday Ticket'. Purchasing ONE ticket does not grant entry for both days.

Venue: Luther Center Petaling Jaya.

Time: 8.00pm - 10.30pm (both days)

Price: RM30 per ticket.

Features: The Philharmonic Society of Selangor will showcase a fine selection of favourites from movies and musicals such as Disney Dazzle, Mamma Mia, Phantom of the Opera and Andrew Llyod Webber Medleyas well as Christmas selection of songs and carols. The event will also feature The Boy’s Brigade Band.

Sponsors for this event are more than welcomed. Please click on the following link, and then on the 'paper' icon in the link to download the Fund Raising Forms:

http://cid-2799bdd4ca6582a4.office.live.com/self.aspx/.Public/FRP%20Fund%20Raising%20Letter%20pdf.pdf

**There is also more information given inside this form regarding the event.

Boys are very strongly encouraged to look out for sponsors and people interested to buy tickets for this event, as a fraction of the money from tickets sold will be retained by 1st PJ BB.

Please do not hesitate to contact the Organising Committee at frp.bbselangor@gmail.com should you need more information.

Meeting on the 30th of October 2010

There will be both morning and afternoon sessions today.

Morning Session (0900-1130 hours)

Venue: Trinity Methodist Church

Dress Code: Day Dress

Things to bring:-

Awards Classes:-

4W's is on today. Those going, please take note.

Afternoon Session (1430-1800 hours)

Venue: Trinity Methodist Church

Dress Code: Day Dress

Things to bring: Band Instruments

Awards Classes: Band

*Band Class is on today

Meeting on the 23rd of October 2010

There will be both morning and afternoon sessions today.

Morning Session (0900-1130 hours)
Venue: Trinity Methodist Church

Dress Code: Day Dress

Things to bring: Sports Attire

Awards Classes: -

UPDATED- 4Ws Course (status) : Active.

Afternoon Session (1430-1800 hours)

Venue: Trinity Methodist Church

Dress Code: Day Dress

Things to bring: Communications Coursework, Band Instruments

Awards Classes: Communications Basic

*There will be band class today

DBKL Gotong-Royong

DBKL will be hosting a gotong-royong at the YMCA in Brickfields on the 17th of October 2010 (this Sunday).

Though it's on quite a late notice, please take note that members who want to take part will automatically be awarded with their Community Service Basic Level. Those doing the Advanced Level may only collect the hours. Yes, this has been approved by our BBM President himself, hoping to encourage more youths to do community service.

This gotong-royong will last from 7.00am-11.30am.

T-shirt and lunch will be provided.

Members who are interested, take note of the following:

Venue: YMCA, Brickfields (the one near to KL Sentral)

Time: 7am-11.30am

Dress Code: COMPANY T-Shirt & Jeans with Sports Shoes

You will need to find your own transport there, as no transport will be provided.

Inform your squad leader latest by THURSDAY 10.00pm if you want to go for this. Any entry later than this time will NOT be entertained.

Founder's Day 2010 (Details Updated for the THIRD TIME!)

There have been some more changes to the post Founder's Day 2010.

To those who are going, PLEASE refer to it.

The changes were made to DRESS CODE, and THINGS TO BRING(referring to uniform).

The details have been updated as of 5.43pm on the 13th of October 2010.

If you have any queries, contact your squad leader.

Founder's Day 2010 (Details Updated AGAIN!)

Please refer to the post 'Founder's Day 2010' for updated details on DRESS CODE when reporting and Things to Bring again. Thank you.

Details updated as of 10.42pm on the 12th of October 2010.

Contact your squad leaders if you have any questions.

Founder's Day 2010 (Details Updated)

Please refer to the post Founder's Day 2010 to view the latest details on the event.

Note that this event is compulsory for all Boys.

Contact your squad leaders if you have any questions. Thank you.

Meeting on the 9th of October 2010

There will be both morning and afternoon sessions today.

Please be reminded that there isnt any 4Ws class this week. Boys staying for afternoon session, please bring your own money for lunch.

Please hand in your consent forms for your Founder's Day and KL State Awards Camp by this week. It is compulsory for all Boys to attend the Founder's Day Celebration.

Morning Session (0900-1130 hours)

Venue: Trinity Methodist Church

Dress Code: Day Dress

Things to bring: -

Badge Classes: -

Afternoon Session (1430-1800 hours)

-Please be reminded that all afternoon sessions end at 6.00pm from now on.

-Also, there will be no Bible Studies this week.

Venue: Trinity Methodist Church

Dress Code: Day Dress

Things to bring: Communications Coursework

Badge Classes: Communications Basic & Advanced

There will be band classes. Please bring your instruments.

BB Kuala Lumpur State Awards Camp 2010

UPDATE! Apologies for the incorrect details. Please note that it is held in the month of NOVEMBER and not OCTOBER. Also, the fee was originally RM200, but after church subsidization, it is now only RM100.

The KL-State BB will be organizing an awards camp this coming November.

The number of participants responding to the camp with determine if there will be both BASIC and ADVANCED Level for the camp.

The Awards for both up for grabs are as follow, please note that both BASIC and ADVANCED may be available, but an individual may only be able sign up for one level (this is tbc) :

1. Camper's

2. Expedition

3. Water Adventure

4. Nature Awareness

5. Athletics

6. Fire & Rescue (Subject to and waiting for approval from Bomba Malaysia)

Don't miss this chance to get to know members from other companies, and go through a fun & challenging adventure together in this camp!

Those interested, please let your squad leaders know AS SOON AS POSSIBLE, as the KL-State BB Council wants to know the number of responses for the camp.

Details of the KL State Awards Camp 2010

Venue: Kem Bina Semangat, NS Campsite, Kuala Kubu Bharu, Selangor

Date: 20th NOVEMBER 2010 - 23rd NOVEMBER 2010 (4 days, 3 nights)

Price per camper: RM100 (After church subsidization)

Meeting on the 2nd of October 2010

There will be both morning and afternoon meetings today.

Please note that the 4Ws course will be on this week, at the usual time.

Morning Meeting (0900-1130 hours)
Venue: Trinity Methodist Church
Dress Code: Day Dress
Things to bring: -
Badge Classes: -

Afternoon Meeting (1430-1730 hours)
Venue: Trinity Methodist Church
Dress Code: Day Dress
Things to bring: Communications Coursework, Band Instruments
Band Classes: Yes, please bring your instruments
Badge Classes: Communications Basic (There will be no Communications Advanced Class this week)

Founder's Day 2010

The Selangor and KL State Councils will be hosting this year's Founder's Day in Kuala Lumpur.

Here are the details:

KL-Selangor State Founder's Day

Venue: Methodist College Kuala Lumpur

Date: 16th October 2010 (Saturday)

Time: 7.30am-6.00pm

Things to bring: RM10, and FULL CEREMONIAL UNIFORM.

UPADTE HERE! ----Dress Code: Report in BB MUFTI WITH SPORTS PANTS, but bring along FULL CEREMONIAL UNIFORM.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

1. Boys are to be present at Trinity Methodist Church PJ latest by 6.45am in SPORTS ATTIRE.

2. Boys will return to TMC PJ at approx. 7.00pm.

3. Boys are strongly discouraged to bring along valuable items: handphone, etc.

4. For food and transport, Boys are required to bring RM10 with them.

The Kairos Course: connecting you with God's World

This Kairos Course is designed to benefit youths between the ages of 15-25, and has been instrumental in raising youths who are passionate about the purposes about the Word of God.

Youth Kairos Course

Venue: Penang

Registration Deadline: 30th November 2010

Registration Fee: RM250 per participant

4th Petaling Jaya Boys' Brigade Enrollment Day

Details of 4th PJ BB Enrollment

Date: 26th of September 2010 (Sunday)
Venue: Meet in TMC by 2.30pm LATEST

Dress Code: Ceremonial Dress

Destination: Emmanuel Baptist Church in Old Town

Time: from 3pm to 6pm (this is when the event starts and ends)

*Boys who have confirmed their attendance for this event, please take note of the above details.

No Meeting on the 25th of September 2010

There will be no meeting this week.

However, the Conflict and Opportunities Seminar this week. Those going, please take note of the event in the below post.

Thank you, and have a good week.

Seminar on 'Conflict and Opportunity'

There will be a seminar on Conflict and Opportunity by a renowned speaker, Dr. John Ng (PhD).

This seminar will be held on both Friday(24.9.2010) and Saturday(25.9.2010).

However, Boys are only required to attend the Saturday one.

You may choose to attend the Friday one if you wish.

Details are as follow:

Seminar: Conflict and Oppotunities

Venue: Trinity Methodist Church

Dress Code: Smart Casual

Things to bring: tba

How to register: Give your name to your squad leader, get the form, fill it up and include with it RM10.

You may go to this link to obtain to the Registration form:

http://cid-2799bdd4ca6582a4.office.live.com/self.aspx/.Public/Registration%20Form%20for%20Conflict%20and%20Opportinities.xls

Once there, click on the big 'Excel' Symbol to start downloading the file. Thank you.

Meeting on the 18th of September 2010

There will be both morning and afternoon meetings today.

Morning Meeting (0900-1130 hours)

Venue: TMC

Dress Code: Day Dress

Things to bring: -

Awards Classes: -

There will be the 4Ws course today. Those attending, please take note of the time it starts; that is 11.30am. It ends at 2.00pm.

Afternoon Meeting (1430-1730 hours)

Venue: TMC

Dress Code: Day Dress

Things to bring: Communications Coursework

Awards Classes: Communications Award (Basic and Advanced)

No Meeting on the 11th of September 2010

There will be no meeting this week.

Besides that, the 4Ws course will not be held this week.

Please take note. Thank you.

And to our Muslim friends out there, the 1st Petaling Jaya Boys' Brigade would like to wish you all a Selamat Hari Raya!

Source of Picture: http://www.nitaaartsen.com/blog/?p=181

4W Training Course on the 4th of September 2010

There will be the 4W course this week. Those who are not attending the BNTS or ANTS are required to attend this course.

4W Training Course (Starts at 1130 hours, ends at1400 hours)
Venue: TMC
Dress Code: Casual (But not too casual)
Things to bring: Good Attitude and Personality

Dress Code for the 3 days in BNTS and ANTS

This list was given by Capt. Tan, and it may serve as a guide to know how many of a certain attire to pack.

• Day 1 - Smart Casual (leaving TMC PJ), Day Dress, Sports, Day Dress
• Day 2 - Sports, BNTS T-shirt (will be given during registration), Smart Casual
• Day 3 - Sports, Day dress, Casual (leaving campsite)

Things to bring for BBM 2010 NCO Training Schools (2010 BNTS and ANTS)

There have been some changes to this post as of the 31st of August 2010:

Here are a list of things you will need to bring for this training course:

Note that the Dress Code to report to the campsite: Company T-Shirt and Long Pants w/ Shoes

1. Your SIGNED registration form (LT Steven will bring these documents with him there, but please collect it from him to register yourselves once you reach the campsite)

2. BB Day Dress and BB T-Shirt

3. Bible, Sports Attire, and Socks

4. Sufficient Day Attire, and Rain Coat

5. Toothbrush, Tootahpaste, Soap, Soap Powder

6. Canvass Shoes

7. Slippers

8. Rucksack, Plastic Bags, Note Book

9. Torchlight, and Spare Batteries

10. Water bottle (NEW)

All of this can be found in the 2010NTS registration documents: http://cid-2799bdd4ca6582a4.office.live.com/self.aspx/.Public/RegistrationFormNTS2010KULSEL^_v1.xls

Please note the following items that have been removed from your "Things to bring": Mess Tins, Fork & Spoon, Plastic Cup, First Aid Kit

No Meeting on the 4th of September 2010

As the KL and Selangor State BNTS and ANTS will be held this week. There will be no meeting this week.

1st PJ BB would like to wish all Boys' going for BNTS and ANTS all the best.

4W Training Course on the 28th of August 2010

Please take note that the 4W Training Course will be starting this week.

4W Training Course (Starts at 1130 hours)
Venue: TMC
Dress Code: Same as the BB Dress Code for the week
Things to bring: Good Attitude and Personality

No Meeting on the 28th of August 2010 : ENTS!

There will be no meetings this week, but there WILL be ENTS this week. Those who signed up, please take note.

ENTS (0900-1800)

Venue: Trinity Methodist Church

Dress Code: Day dress, but bring along a SET OF SPORTS ATTIRE.

Lunch is provided. Please be punctual for the course. Thank you.

MAF Bible Quiz

1st PJ BB shall be entering a team of 4 Boys to compete in this event. So far, the names are;

1. PTE Ng Choong Jin

2. PTE Khong Zhi-yang

3. (This space is still empty, you may contact your squad leader if you are interested to join)

4. (This space is still empty, you may contact your squad leader if you are interested to join)

Meeting on the 21st of August 2010

There will be both morning and afternoon meetings this week.

Note that the TMC 50th Anniversary is held on this date.

Morning Meeting (0900-1130 hours)

Venue: TMC

Dress Code: Day Dress (Those in the band performance may wear Company T-Shirt and Longs)

Things to bring:-

Afternoon Meeting (1430-1730 hours)

Venue: TMC

Dress Code: Day Dress (Those in the band performance may wear Company T-Shirt and Longs)

Things to bring: Band Instruments, Communications Coursework

Badge Classes: Band, Communications

TMC 50th Anniversary Dinner (1800-2100 hours)
Venue: TMC

Dress Code: Day Dress

Things to bring: -

*Please submit your names to confirm a place at the dinner by 14th August 2010!

Meeting on the 14th of August 2010

PLEASE NOTE THE CHANGE IN ENDING TIME OF THE AFTERNOON MEETING. There will be both morning and afternoon meetings today.

Morning Meeting (0900-1130 hours)

Venue: TMC

Dress Code: Full BBM Mufti

Things to bring: Money for lunch (if you are staying for afternoon meeting)

Badge Classes:-

Afternoon Meeting (1430-1810 hours)

Venue: TMC

Dress Code: Full BBM Mufti

Things to bring: Band Instruments, Communications Coursework

Badge Classes: Communications, Band

ENTS, BNTS, and ANTS

Attention to all members,

Elementary NCO Training School

ENTS will be held on the 28th of August 2010, in TMC. This training course is organised at Company-Level, and will take at the most a day.

Basic NCO Training School and Advanced NCO Training School

Details for the courses are as follow:

Date of training: 4-6 September 2010

Venue: Ehsan Nilam National Service Campsite, Jalan Tapah, Bidor

Fee: RM120(before 9pm, August 21, 2010)

RM140 (after 9.01pm, August 21, 2010)

Entry Requirements to enroll in these two courses are stated below:

1) BNTS - minimum age: 13 years old as of training date, have passed Target Award and ENTS

2) ANTS - minimum age: 15 years old as of training date, have passed BNTS

Please note that PLACES ARE LIMITED, so inform your squad leaders if you wish to enroll in the above courses.

To download the FACT SHEET, PERSONAL DETAILS and CONSENT FORM for BNTS and/or ANTS, click on the following link, and then click on the picture to download: http://cid-2799bdd4ca6582a4.office.live.com/self.aspx/.Public/RegistrationFormNTS2010KULSEL^_v1.xls

Meeting on the 7th of August 2010

There will only be morning meeting today. And it will be dedicated to band practice, as 1st Petaling Jaya BB will be performing during the TMC 25th Anniversary Dinner on the 21st of August.

However, members who are not playing any instruments will join the band pratice, and there will be other activities as well.

Morning Meeting (0900-1130 hours)

Venue: TMC

Dress Code: Full BBM Mufti

Things to bring: Band Instruments

BB 65th Anniversary Logo Contest (1946-2011)

Those interested may refer to this link.

http://www.bbmalaysia.org/activities/2010/2010-BBM65_LogoContest.html

Please tell your squad leaders if you are interested to participate. Thank you.

Meeting on the 31st of July 2010

There will be both morning and afternoon meetings this week.

Those who are attending the Youth Fun Night, please hand the filled-up invitation slips back to Capt. Giok Hui this week. (THE RESPOND SLIPS)

Morning Meeting (0900-1130 hours)

Venue: TMC

Dress Code: Day Dress

Awards Classes: -

Things to bring: Notebook & Stationeries

Afternoon Meeting (1430-1730 hours)

Venue: TMC

Dress Code: Day Dress

Awards Classes: Communications Basic* & Advanced, Band Classes

Things to bring: Communications Coursework, Band Instruments

*Those in Communications Basic, note that you will have your Public Speaking Test this week. Please be ready.

Meeting on the 24th of July 2010

Both meetings are on today, but there will be a futsal activity in the morning. Consent forms have been given out during the meeting on the 17th of July 2010.

Morning Meeting: Futsal Activity

Time: 0900-1100 hours (meet in TMC before 0830, as the transport leaves at 0830 SHARP)

Venue: Sports Barn (meet in TMC at the above mentioned time)

Dress Code: Sports Wear

Things to bring: SIGNED Consent Form with fee, water

*Those who are going for futsal, transport will leave at 1115 hours from the futsal venue to take you back to TMC for the Youthalpha Celebration. PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

There will be the Youthalpha Celebration at 1200-1400 hours. Those attending please take note.

There will be the Youthalpha Celebration this week. Those who are supposed to give a testimonial, please take note.

Afternoon Meeting

Time: 1430-1810 hours

Venue: TMC

Dress Code: Company T-Shirt & Longs

Things to bring: Communications Coursework, Band Instruments

Meeting on the 17th of July 2010

There will be only the afternoon meeting today. However, there is a community service activity in the morning. Members who already signed up for it, please take note.

The Methodist Youth Fellowship is also their Play4Fun Event. Boys who are going are going, note the details below:

MYF Play For Fun

Venue: Futsal @ 19, Lot 1, Jalan 19/1B, Section 19

Time: 0800-1500 hours

Dress Code: Sports Attire w/ Futsal Shoes (preferably)

Things to bring: RM10 (Registration fee which is for your lunch. You will be given a bottle of water on the day)

As for BB Meeting Details, you may refer below:

TMC Kindie Community Service

Venue: TMC

Time: 0730-1300 hours (Please note the time to be in the given venue is by at 0730 hours)

Dress Code: Company T-Shirt and Longs

Things to bring: -

*A meal is provided.

Afternoon Meeting

Venue: TMC

Time: 1430-1800 hours (Please take note that meeting ends at 1800 hours)

Dress Code: Company T-Shirt and Longs

Things to bring: Band Instruments

Awards Classes: Communications (Basic & Adv) -1st Class

Band Classes

Youth Alpha Classes on the 10th of July 2010

Members, please take note there will be Youth Alpha Classes tomorrow at the usual time.

UPDATED: Meeting on the 10th of July 2010: 1st PJ Boys' Brigade Installation & Awards Day

Changes have been made to this post as of the 8th of July 2010.

There will be both morning and afternoon meetings today. The morning meeting will be dedicated to rehearsals for the Installation & Awards Day.

Members should have already submitted their awards application forms.

Morning Meeting (Installation & Awards Rehearsal)

Venue: Trinity Methodist Church

Time: 0900-1130 hours

Dress Code: Company T-Shirt and Longs

Things to bring: FULL DAY DRESS (For Installation and Awards Day)

Afternoon Meeting (Installation & Awards Event)

Venue: Trinity Methodist Church

Time: 1445-1800**** hours (Please tell your parents about the dismissal time for this day)

Arrival Time for Parents: 1420-1445 hours****

Dress Code: Day Dress

Things to bring:-

**** PLEASE NOTIFY YOUR PARENTS ABOUT THE ARRIVAL AND DISMISSAL TIME FOR THE EVENT

Need Community Service Hours? (TMC Kindie Sports Day)

Members in need of hours to fulfill requirements for the Community Service Award, there may be a community service project on the 17th of July 2010. Details will be confirmed by the 3rd of July 2010.

This post is to inform you of the activity, in case you have to make time for it.

Attn: Parents (Youthalpha Weekend Away)

Dear parents of children who are going for the Youthalpha Weekend away,

Please note you may pick your children from Trinity Methodist Church at 6pm on the 4th of July 2010. Thank you.

P.S: Please note that the time given is an estimated time of arrival, and may vary.

URGENT: Parents Attendance for Installation & Awards Day

Dear members,

Please ask your parents if they are attending the 1st Petaling Jaya Boys' Brigade Installation Day on the 10th of July 2010, as the officers need to confirm the number of people attending so food may be catered accordingly. Tell your squad leaders or your NCOs-in-charge whether your parents are coming.

Thank you.

Meeting on the 3rd of July 2010

Although there is the Youthalpha Weekend Away this week, there will still be both morning and afternoon meetings.

For the morning meeting, there will be a hiking activity!

Morning Meeting: Hiking

Time: 0900-1130 hours

Venue: Gasing Hill, but gather at TMC before 0900 hours

Dress Code: Sports Wear

Things to bring: Water Bottle

Afternoon Meeting

Time: 1430-1730 hours

Venue: TMC

Dress Code: Company T-Shirt and Longs

Things to bring: -

PESTA Journals & Youthalpha Weekend Away

For those whom madam had asked to write their PESTA 2010 Experience, please hand it to her by the 3rd of July 2010.

Boys going for the Youthalpha Weekend Away, take note that it is this week. Kindly contact your squad leaders for more information.

Congratulations

To all who have been promoted, the Beta Boys would like to extend their congratulations to each and every one of you. May you serve in the company well and always remember to uphold the virtues of the BB.

Teen Street Malaysia : Leadership Training

Those interested to participate in this leadership training, please consult Madam Tan Giok Hui for further details.

Meeting on the 26th of June 2010 AND Enrollment on the 27th of June 2010

Well, it's enrollment this week on Sunday! This is when new members become official members of the Boys' Brigade, Promotions, Fellowship, etc etc.

There will be both morning and afternoon meetings this week, and many awards tests will be held.

Morning Meeting

Venue: Trinity Methodist Church

Time: 0900-1130 hours

Dress Code: COMPANY T-SHIRT AND LONGS.

Things to bring: FULL CEREMONIAL UNIFORM, things for a one night stay in church (sleeping bag, toiletries, towel, etc.)

Badge Tests for Morning:

-Target Award (Theory, Drill, Tent Pitching)

-Physical Training (Theory and Practical)

-Campers' Basic

There will be Youthalpha Classes today at the usual time.

Afternoon Meeting

Venue: Trinity Methodist

Time: 1430-1730 hours

Dress Code: COMPANY T-SHIRT AND LONGS.

Things to bring: FULL CEREMONIAL UNIFORM, things for a one night stay in church (sleeping bag, toiletries, towel, etc.)

Badge Tests for Afternoon:

-Target Award (Theory, Drill, Tent Pitching)

-the rest are tba

_____________________________

Enrollment Sunday

Venue: Trinity Methodist

Time: 0700-1300 hours (1400 hours for NCOs) - THIS TIME IS APPLICABLE TO BB MEMBERS ONLY

Dress Code: CEREMONIAL DRESS

Physical Training Examination

There will be a Physical Training Exam hosted by SSGT Boon Leong, details as follow:

ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING BOYS:

1. PTE Nathaniel Tan Pannu

2. PTE Tan Jiunn Hung

Physical Training Examination

Venue: TMC

Date: 19th June 2010 (Morning Meeting)

Attire for exam: Sports Attire

"final test for those who wants to get their pt badge. resits for those who have failed. those who are not qualified to sit for the exam, please do not ask me ridiculous questions or you shall receive ridiculous amounts of push-ups"

- SSGT Boon Leong

Meeting on the 19th of June 2010

There will be both morning and afternoon meetings today.

Morning Meeting
Time: 0900-1130 hours
Venue: Trinity Methodist Church
Dress Code: Full Mufti
Awards Classes: -
Things to bring: -

There will be Youthalpha classes today.

Afternoon Meeting
Time : 1430-1730 hours
Venue: Trinity Methodist Church
Dress Code: Full Mufti
Awards Classes: -
Things to bring: -

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT FOR PESTA 2010 GO-ERS!

PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE be at Trinity Methodist Church by 7.30am on Thursday! As the bus will leave and wait for NO ONE.

Also, please pack up properly.

Insightful Messages by Robin Sharma.

LEADERSHIP & CRITICS

One of the challenges for anyone dedicated to expressing their leadership best is dealing with the chattering voices of naysaying critics. As a matter of fact, the more brightly you shine in your work and the more quickly you innovate and the more excellent you become, the more foulmouthed critics you will attract. It's just part of the game. Emerson said it brilliantly: "Great people are always misunderstood." Here some key insights to help you fly in your career (and within your life), in the face of criticism: #1: To lead is to often be unpopular. Leadership isn't a popularity contest. Leadership is about having the bravery to do what's right versus what's easy. That attracts criticism. Why? Because people don't like change. And they don't want to change. To truly lead is to disrupt the way things were-and are (in an effort to make things better). And rather than having the openness and courage to embrace the change, most people would rather shoot the messenger, in an effort to preserve the status quo. #2: Critics Can Serve You. Sometimes, there is some truth to what your critics are saying. Smart leaders have the intelligence to discern the difference between the misguided ramblings of those seeking to knock them down and negative feedback that has truth beneath it. Each of us can get to a whole new level of excellence by improving our weaknesses. #3: You Can Create More Value Amid Your Critics than With Your Fans. Yes, moving your closely cherished vision/mission/ideals/goals forward in the face of people throwing stones (or even simply laughing) at you is hard work. But, ultimately, doing what you believe to be right/good/important surrounded by critics is more valuable than doing all that alongside your supporters. Why? Because the critics are resisting what you are trying to change. And if you can positively influence them (even a few of them), then you've advanced your mission much more significantly that preaching to the converted.

Attention: PESTA 2010 Participants

Please be advised that your hair should be short, or of reasonable lengths. Those with long hair, please get a haircut before leaving for PESTA; especially those in the drill team.

Things To Bring For PESTA 2010

Members attending PESTA,

The following list has been released by the BB Malaysia Headquarters on what to bring, so please please please adhere to it, and try your best not to bring anything that is not needed.

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The Boys’ Brigade in Malaysia

Email: pesta@bbpinang.org

Website: http://www.bbmalaysia.org/pesta

What to bring to Pesta 2010? Here’s a list for your reference.

In Pesta 2010, we strongly ENCOURAGE you to bring only ONE bag. And you are

discouraged from bringing non‐biodegradable items (ie: plastic bags), electronic

devices (this will be at your own risk) and items that are prohibited by schools.

Things to bring:

A Green colour t‐shirt

Full set of ceremonial dress & day dress

BBM T‐shirt

Sports attire, sports shoes and socks

Long pant

Sufficient day attire

Slippers

Toiletries (Toothbrush, toothpaste, shampoo, shower gel and etc.)

Bible

Stationery

Personal Medicine (if any)

Sleeping bag

You will not be provided with any mattress/bed.

Rain coat/poncho/umbrella

Either one will do.

Refillable 1.5L water bottle

Water dispensers will be available for you to get water refill.

RM 20

You need to buy your own food for lunch in this programme, EXPLORE PENANG…

You may bring more because Penang is famous for delicious FOOD!!

World Milk Day

Those attending the World Milk Day event, please observe the following details:

World Milk Day

Place to meet: Trinity Methodist Church

Time to meet: 7.50am

Dress Code: Day Dress

We will depart to Pavilion KL by 8.00am SHARP and the transport waits for no one. So please be early. Thank you.

Meeting on the 5th of June 2010

Only the morning meeting is on today.

Morning Meeting

Venue: TMC

Time: 0900-1130 hours

Dress Code: Company T-Shirt and Longs

Things to bring: Brasso & Polishining Items, Uniform Parts- You will learn how to wear and care for them today.

There will be NO Youthalpha today.

Drill Camp

Those involved in PESTA Drill, please take note of the following:

PESTA Drill Camp

Date: 5th and 6th of June 2010

Venue: Methodist Primary School

Dress Code: Wear something comfortable to perform drill

Things to bring: Sleeping bag, clothes for a 1-night stay, toiletries, medications (if any)

*Please be at the given venue by 8.00am on the 5th of June 2010

No Meeting on the 29th of May 2010

There will be no meeting this week.

Only members in the Drill Team will have practice for the PESTA Drill.

PESTA Drill Practice

Venue: MPS

Time: 0900-1200 hours

Dress Code: Company T-Shirt & Longs

Things to bring: Drill Knowledge :)

There will be Youthalpha going on today from 12-2pm, those attending please take note.

Meeting on the 22nd of May 2010

There will be both morning and afternoon meetings today.

Morning Meeting

Time: 0900- 1130 hours

Venue: Trinity Methodist Church

Dress Code: Day Dress

Awards Classes: -

Band Classes: YES (in the afternoon)

Things to bring: Band Instruments (if any)

There will be Youthalpha classes from 1200-1400 hours today, those attending please take note.

Afternoon Meeting

Time: 1430-1730 hours

Venue: Trinity Methodist Church

Dress Code: Day Dress

Awards Classes: -

Band Classes: YES

Things to bring: Band Instruments (if any)

Meeting on the 15th of May 2010

THIS POST HAS BEEN UPDATED AS OF THE 14th OF MAY 2010.

There will be both morning and afternoon meetings today.

*Those attending PESTA 2010, please submit your Consent form by this week.

*Those who want to participate in the World Milk Day, please hand in your consent forms by this week.

Morning Meeting

Time: 0900- 1130 hours

Venue: Trinity Methodist Church

Dress Code: Day Dress

Awards Classes: -

Band Classes: NO

Things to bring: -

There will be Youthalpha classes from 1200-1400 hours today, those attending please take note.

Afternoon Meeting

Time: 1430-1730 hours

Venue: Trinity Methodist Church

Dress Code: Day Dress

Awards Classes: -

Band Classes: NO

Things to bring: -

Meeting on the 8th of May 2010

AS OF THE 3rd and 7th OF MAY 2010, THERE HAVE BEEN CHANGES MADE TO THIS POST.

There will be both morning and afternoon meetings today.

Members in the PESTA Drill Team and Privates will be having Drill Practice for the whole day.

Drill Practice (0900-1730 hours)

Venue: Trinity Methodist Church

Dress Code: Full Mufti

Things To Bring: Money for Lunch

Things to keep in mind: Youthalpha (12-2pm)

Morning Meeting (0900-1130 hours)

Venue: Trinity Methodist Church

Dress Code: Full Mufti

Band Classes?: yes (but in afternoon)

Badge TEST: PHYSICAL TRAINING BASIC (for those who missed the first one)

Things To Bring: Physical Training Attire

There will be Youthalpha from 1200-1400 hours, those attending please take note.

Afternoon Meeting (1430-1730 hours)

Venue: Trinity Methodist Church

Dress Code: Full Mufti

Band Classes?: YES

Things To Bring: band instruments

*Apologies for the late announcement regarding band practice.

PESTA 2010 Registration Details

Members going for PESTA 2010, please go to the following link and check to see if the registration details of yourselves are correct.

http://cid-2799bdd4ca6582a4.skydrive.live.com/browse.aspx/.Public?uc=1

*Click on the file once, and it will bring you into the screen with a big picture of the Microsoft Excel Icon. Then click on the big Icon to download it.

File name is BBPESTA2010_PERSONAL DETAILS (1)

If any changes are needed, please e-mail Capt. Tan Giok Hui at giokhui@hotmail.com

Thank you.

His legacy lives on.

(high five)

A picture of him I found on the internet. Cool guy.

On behalf of the Beta Boys, I would like to send his family my sincere condolences for their loss.

May this Bible verse comfort and assure his loved ones:

Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.
John 14:27

Meeting on the 1st of May 2010

AS OF THE 30th OF APRIL 2010, THERE HAVE BEEN CHANGES TO THIS POST.

There will be both morning and afternoon meetings this Saturday.

Please note the venue of the meetings.

Morning Meeting

Venue: Trinity Methodist Church

Time: 0900-1130 hours

Dress Code: Day Dress

Band Classes: NO BAND THIS WEEK.

Things to bring: -

There will be Youthalpha this Saturday, from 12pm-2pm. Those attending, please take note.

Afternoon Meeting

Venue: Trinity Methodist Church

Time: 1430-1730 hours

Dress Code: Day Dress

Band Classes:NO BAND THIS WEEK.

Things to bring: -

Any further notices regarding this week's meeting will be posted by Thursday.

Meeting on the 24th of April 2010

AS OF 21st OF APRIL 2010, THERE HAVE BEEN AMENDMENTS TO THIS POST.

There will be NO MORNING MEETINGS today as schools are on, but AFTERNOON MEETINGS ARE STILL ON.

Afternoon Meetings

Time: 1430-1730 hours

Venue: Trinity Methodist Church

Dress Code: Company T-Shirt and Jeans/Longs

Awards Classes: -tba-

Band Class: No Band Classes.

Things to bring: -

*Those who are interested in going for Pesta, please settle your registration with the officers during this meeting.

Need Hours for you Community Service Award?

The Missions Committee of Trinity Methodist Church needs YOUR help to pack old clothes to be shipped to the locals of Serundong Laut in Tawau, Sabah.

Those who have been for the mission trip there two years back should remember where that is.

If you are interested to add hours to your Community Service Award, or if you just want to help, see the following details;

Community Service -Clothes & Packing for Serundong Laut

Date: 23rd April 2010

Time: 1700-2200 hours

Venue: Church Hall, Trinity Methodist Church

Dress Code: -

Things to bring: Yourself.

Any further updates will be posted.

Understanding Military Time & Abbreviations in this Blog

Military Time

Hours (Military Time) Hours (regular time)

0000/2400 - 12.00am (midnight)

0100 - 1.00am

0200 - 2.00am

0300 - 3.00am

0400 - 4.00am

0500 - 5.00am

0600 - 6.00am

0700 - 7.00am

0800 - 8.00am

0900 - 9.00am

1000 - 10.00am

1100 - 11.00am

1200 - 12.00pm (noon)

1300 - 1.00pm

1400 - 2.00pm

1500 - 3.00pm

1600 - 4.00pm

1700 - 5.00pm

1800 - 6.00pm

1900 - 7.00pm

2000 - 8.00pm

2100 - 9.00pm

2200 - 10.00pm

2300 - 11.00pm

The format of Military Time is as follow : hhmm

h= hours

m=minutes

Therefore, 1632 is 4.32pm. Likewise, 0229 hours is 2.29am.

Please have a read, and remember it! It's really not hard at all.

Abbreviations Used

BB - Boys' Brigade
BBBS - Bukit Bintang Boys' School

LSPJ - La Salle Boys School/ La Salle Petaling Jaya

TMC - Trinity Methodist Church

ASAP - As soon as possible

tbc - to be confirmed

tba - to be announced