First Parades of 2012

My first parades of the year took place in four companies. The first stop was 6th KL which is officially revived (though under probation under the church, but ok in the eyes of BBM) after a two year recess due to the lack of officers. 13 Boys were present, including three already in secondary school, manned by three officers (excluding myself). A joint program was conducted with several dozen members of the 4th KL Girls' Brigade which focused on having fun programs that day. Overall, it was a great job by all the adults from BB and GB. Well done!

Fun activities being conducted with the BB and GB members at Holy Light Church

Closing parade in 6th KL

4th KL having a band practice 

After 6th KL, I had a little time to spare (or so I thought) and decided to drop by St. Gabriel's for awhile, in doing so catching the 4th KL band in practice. It was only a 10 minute visit, but it's good to see them in action. They've mentioned that recruitment has not been favourable in St. Gabriel's school this year with only 7-8 members. Need to pray for more!

Boys and Girls in CMC Kepong having fun activities

At 2.30pm I proceeded to my next assignment at Chinese Methodist Church Kepong. Results there was less encouraging as the Boys are quite undisciplined and naughty. Much work to be done here. Big credit to Mr Low Zhen Yu who was able to control the Boys much better than I. We also did a fun orientation program for the Boys and Girls. But with them hard to control and not cooperating, it was pretty frustration. There were only 8 Boys that day as well. We need another 10 at least to meet BBM's requirements to form a company. I believe the struggles today can be overcome by prayer and proper planning of our roles and programs. Let's see how that goes. 

After Kepong, I headed back to the YMCA in time to catch 3rd KL having their early year promotions to deserving new and old NCOs for their hard work. 

Newly Promoted Sergeant Wong Kin Phan receiving his sash