We are 1Cor12, a communion of communities based in the parish of St Francis Xavier.
Just as a body, though one, has many parts, but all its many parts form one body, so it is with Christ.
(1 Cor 12:12)
So... What is a community? You might ask
We are a group comprising of young (and not so young) adults, unique in our mission because we are not bound by any common interest or hobby. Instead, the only factor that draws us and keeps us together is our shared encounter of Jesus and His saving Love. His Love is what continues to inspire us to give of ourselves to Him through one another. In this sense, a community is a group of disciples that are not bound by any specific ministry or aspect of service or spirituality, but by their continued desire to journey towards God, together.
Okay, so that's a community, now what is a communion of communities?
1Cor12 is a collective of 9 different communities that are loosely grouped by age and phase of life. These 9 communities have come together and agreed on several "pillars" of community living. These pillars guide our way of life and are woven into every interaction and activity. The pillars are:
1) Discipleship
2) Sacramental Life
3) Breaking of the Word
4) Prayer and worship
5) Community living
6) Mission and Evangelization
Okay, very cool. But why join a community when I already have friends and feel content in my own relationship with God?
Great question! There’s wisdom in the adage, "If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together." A community isn't just there for the dark moments when the flicker of faith burns low—it also supports you in your everyday journey. Walking alongside others can open your eyes to the beauty of God’s work in your daily life and deepen your love for Him and His people.
After all, we can take inspiration from Jesus's disciples - living, working, and walking towards God together as the very first Christian community. [Acts 2:42-47]
Check out this document we wrote some years ago, Mere-Community.pdf .
Does this pique your interest? Talk to us and find out more!
You can either reach one of the Brandons via Telegram:
Brandon Ng @brandonndj, or
Brandon Foo @abandonfoo, or
drop us an email at 1cor12@sfxchurch.sg
Our 9 member communities are:
- Mustard Seed Community (MSC)
- Abiding in ChrisT (ACT)
- Leaven of God (LOG)
- Cornerstone (CS)
- Brothers and Sisters In Christ (BASIC)
- In One Spirit (IOS)
- Evidence of God's Grace (EGG)
- Lighthouse
- Fortify