RR Sel #6 20th Anniversary Celebration... By: The Boss No comments

And so friends...another year has come and gone. 20 years. What an amazing testament to God's faithfulness! Its going to be a long one, trust me...This exclusive 20th anniversary post is specially dedicated to the leaders - who has served faithfully all throughout the years, to the rangers - for being the very reason we serve and exist, and most importantly...to our Master Ranger, for being our sustainer, our redeemer and our strength right from the beginning.

Almost 2 weeks has passed since we celebrated our 20th Rangers Anniversary on the 15th of Sept 2007. For those of you who missed it, those abroad, those in different lands...I hope by the end of this post, you'll be able to experience a taste of what a special night it was for the many rangers who came together to celebrate a special night that will forever remain close to their hearts...I'll run through with you everything that happened during that special night. Hope you'll be blessed by the story and pics!

Here's Cmdr. Shie Yee looking good with some of the deco for the celebration. Lots of people worked pretty hard to get things ready for the big day!

Everything looks polished and ready to go! Here's some of the trophies and medals for some truly deserving rangers and cmdrs...

Cmdr. Andy giving Cmdr. Alison a helping hand with her ribbon...

Say hello to the Short-Hair Club...Club founder: Cmdr. Lauraaaaaa!

Steady laa...here's the Adventure girls all smiles while having dinner..check out Kelly's '28-teeth' smile...

Awww...ain't she gorgeous??? Cmdr. Lilian and our latest addition to the RR family, Annabel!

Everyone seems pretty excited...there was a certain buzz in the air this time around! You could just feel the excitement all over the place...Here's more pics of the rangers having their dinner before the event!

Our Chaplain, Pas. Cmdr. Gideon Leeeeeee.....(his title is getting longer and longer...). Facts for you: Did you know that he was our former Sr. Cmdr of RR from year 2000 - 2005?

Don't you think we have the finest looking lady commanders in the whole of Malaysia??? No arguments from me this time...:)

And so friends, after months of preparation...it was time for the show to begin! Hope you'll enjoy the opening video, made by Cmdr. Ben Yee! Try imagining this...you're up there in the sanctuary taking a seat, laughing, talking to your friends...and then the lights dim...(Ok, now you can play the video...)

Man...I had a real fun time making noise every time the years started counting up to 2007! That really got the people excited and expecting more. Well, we didn't disappoint them...

Up next was the opening ceremony march-in led by our current Sel #6 Best Rangers (2006-2007): Simon Yap, Brandon Yee, Tessa Lim and Kevin Chin. Accompanying them is our flagbearers - Kelly Yap, Simon Kong and William Ong. And they did a fantastic job marching to the beat of Joe Satriani's Top Gun theme music.

Ranger William Ong leading the way with the National Flag...

The final part of the opening ceremony involved ranger Simon Yap (the small guy in the middle) leading the entire outpost and congregation in our Ranger's Pledge recitation.

Here's Cmdr. Andy leading praise & worship during the celebration. Everyone looked good on stage, especially with their uniform looking sharp!

The Outpost Council together with Pas Lau...

Jason Ong, Cmdr. Shie Yee and little Mi Shie helping out with the vocals...



Sr. Cmdr of Sel #6 giving his welcoming speech. "Tell your neighbours this...I've waited 20 years to sit next to you!"


Councilmen Stewart delivering the opening speech on behalf of the RR Council.

Here's Pas. Lau sharing with us his short message for the night. I strongly believe that the key to a successful RR program in churches is the Pastor. Over the years, we are blessed to have pastors that were supportive of this ministry, and saw the potential it has in transforming lives and building up leaders for the present and future.

And yes...finally it was time for the Council of Achievement! The time that every ranger and leader have been waiting all year long! This year's COA had some added spices to it, which included the faces of the rangers and awards earned displayed on the projector screen. Pretty cool stuff! I was impressed....My apologies for not being able to display the pic of every ranger that received their awards that night. Once again, a big congrats to every ranger! You all did tremendously well this year...

Here's Daniel Lim from the Ranger Kids age group receiving his award from Councilman Desmond Ong...


Jia Jun's turn up next...


Councilman Robert Chan presenting the awards to Discovery ranger Yuan Qi...


Pei Yan up on stage, with Cmdr. Kyleen looking on...


Ranger Cha Zhi Bin, one half of the Cha Zhi twins in RR....

Scott Bryan Nelson, together with Councilman Tan Kang Hoe...

Leonard Chee from the Adventure Rangers, receiving his merits from Councilman Stewart Lim


1st COA for 'Reggie' Debs @ Debbie...


Carissa Lim receiving her merits from Cmdr. Theresa Chin...

Our very own RR Sel #6 gymnast, Casovia Khoo!

Adventure Ranger Melissa Tan on stage, lookin' good...

Our hip-hopper grasshopper, Jason Ong from the ER...

We are a strong believer in keeping traditions...and once again, ranger David Wong stayed true to his ways...HUGGGGGG!!! Haha...bet Cmdr. Gideon enjoyed that bear hug!

Mr. Kong on stage receiving his awards from the Chaplain...

This year, seems like everyone wants a hug...Shaun Lim got one too! All smiles...haha

Time for the leaders to be a part of the show...Here's Cmdr. Shie Yee receiving her Leader's Service Medal (1st year) from Pas Lau.

Up next, Cmdr. Wei Chuan with his Leader's Service Medal (1st Year).

Here's our very own polar bear friend, Cmdr. Eric Teh, also earning his Leader's Service Medal. Well done, bro...

The livewire in Sel #6, the energizer bunny...Cmdr. Zhi Fung. Leader's Service Medal - 1st year.

Cmdr. Laura earning her Leader's Service Medal for the 2nd year running...

And lastly, Cmdr. Reuben with his Outpost Commander's Medal - 1st Year

Not too long ago, we had our very own Sel #6 Best Ranger testing...pretty gruelling stuff, I must say. Dont believe me? Ask the rangers...haha. Well, we've put together a short video of some of the stuff that happened during the testing day, together with comments from the rangers. Also, do enjoy the testimonies from certain individuals who has been blessed tremendously by the RR ministry, all through the years...enjoy, pals!




Haha...dont you think Lucas was just sooooooooo cuteeeeee??? Man, I couldn't stop laughing everytime I hear him speak...emotions, first aid...heh!

And now, it was finally time to reveal the Sel #6 Best Rangers for year 2007 - 2008! It was a close fight for some age groups, and clear winners for some. Nevertheless, a big pat on the back for all the rangers who participated in this year's testing. Certainly an interesting experience for them...once again, congrats to the winners! You guys truly deserve it...

Here's Cmdr Kyleen together with Cmdr Jeffrey (Sr. Cmdr from 1995 - 2000), as they present the awards to the Best Rangers....

Best Ranger Kid : Ranger Nicole Chee....clap clap!

Best Discovery Ranger : Ranger Lucas Chee!! Did you know that he's our official mascot for Sel #6??? Trust me...you wont find any cuter...

"So Lucas, tell me something...everything patched up between you and Cmdr. Kyleen?" Watch the video and you'll know why...haha

Best Adventure Ranger : 'Little' Michelle Lee! She may be little...but she's stands tall, for sure!

And finally, the Best Expedition Ranger award goes to...Ranger William Ong! Well done, bro...I must tell you, this guy worked hard over the past 2 years to earn this medal. And he truly deserves it! Who's da man?? He's DA MAN!

Congrats to all the winners. As what Cmdr. Jeffrey has said, "Wear the name tag proudly...wear the uniform proudly for Him. Always carry the name of our outpost well..."

Also, we had a small little surprise for 2 very special individuals who has been in the RR Sel #6 ministry for the past 20 years! Friends, I'm telling you...that takes commitment and lots of sacrifice at time. Someone told me this...every mornings before Mother Theresa goes out to care for the poor and the sick, she always prays this prayer to God. "Lord, in all that I do, I do not pray for success, but I pray for faithfulness..." That simple prayer says a lot. In our own outpost, we are blessed to have committed leaders who have continued to serve Him faithfully, year after year. And this night, we wanted to specially thank and appreciate them for the years of service, faithfulness and decidation.

The 1st recepient of this special award goes to Cmdr. Theresa Chin. She started out in the Pioneer age group way back in 1987, and now the Outpost Cmdr for the Discovery Girls age group. A tremendous blessing to the outpost....

The 2nd receipeint goes to Cmdr. Jason Ponniah. Truly, a man of faithfulness. He joined RR as a Buckaroo back in 1987, and is now serving as the Outpost Cmdr for the Adventure Boys age group. Well done, bro...

Up next was a special presentation by the Expedition Rangers and friends...here we see William, Shaun and Kevin on the percussion. They aptly named themselves...the 'Precious Eggs' team! ??? Oh btw, Cmdr. Andy also shared his testimony before the song presentation. Ever heard a man speak from his heart? I did...and I was moved deeply.

Here's the ER boys in action, led by Jason Ong...in the backgroud was flashes of the lyrics together with photos of rangers from the past and present...the song presented is titled 'Pass It On'. If you were in RR long enough, you'll probably know this song...

This presentation was special...the candlelight settings, the passing of flames, unplugged acoustic performance...simply beautiful!

Finally, it was time for Chief to come and share with us and challenge us to do greater things ahead for God! Like I said, if he wasn't a pastor today, he'd probably be a soldier, a fisherman, or a fish... Good stuff, cmdr!

The leaders of Sel #6. Average age : 24 years old. Dedicated to the call, committed to serve, Ready to bless His people! As Sr. Cmdr, I could not have asked for a better bunch of leaders. I'm honoured to serve alongside each one of them...

The rangers standing alongside their commanders during the special time of prayer for the commanders.

No anniversary celebration would be complete without a cake...and when we do things, we do it GREAT! Just check out that cake, wei...talk about a huge load of brownies!! Many thanks to Grace Loh for tasting, trying, tasting again, re-trying, and finally buying the right cake for the night! And talk about huge candles....whoaa...

Somehow, for one moment...it felt a bit weird. Felt a bit like they were celebrating my birthday....:)

Well friend...we've finally come to the end of the celebration. But for some, the party has just begun...balloons falling from the ceiling? Fun way to to bring the night to a close!

Here's the Adventure Girls looking oh-so-gooooood in our very own brand new hot-from-the-oven Sel #6 RR T-shirt! Get them soon for only RM12. Keep a lookout for the next grand sale launch in Oct!

Time for some payback @ brotherly love...

Time for Round 2 at the mamak! Wooo hoo!!

Selangor #6 - His Faithfulness For A Lifetime...

And so, we've come to the end of the post. I hope you've had a good time going through the Anniversary celebration, as we relived the memories from that night. Once again, a biggy THANK YOU to all the rangers, leaders, past leaders and friends that came together to make all of these happen. Without each and everyone of you, none of this would have been possible. Everything went so well that night, it was way beyond my expectation...just some minor glitches, like a couple of balloons that refused to fall from the ceiling...and some that just refused to burst! Haha...

Our heartfelt appreciation to our fellow rangers and leaders from Sel #1, Sel #7 and KL #1 who came to support this event. We are blessed and encouraged by your presence. Continue to keep the fire burning and pass on the flame. God bless!

Not forgetting...many thanks also to the parents of the rangers, for having faith in the RR ministry and seeing the potential it has to shape the lives of children and youths for His kingdom. We thank you for entrusting us with your children every Sunday from 1.30pm - 3.30pm. And God willing, we will continue to do our best to serve, lead and build them up to fulfill the destiny that God has in store for them, for as long as we exist.

I'm saving my final thank you to One who saw things right from the beginning, who placed this ministry in our churches, who birthed the vision and desire for RR in our hearts 20 years ago, to the One who makes the impossible become possible...Thank you, Lord. We could never stop counting your goodness and faithfulness in our lives. All we can do is to say "Thank You, Lord" and continue to serve you, our Master Ranger.

Its been an amazing journey...God bless you and have a great weekend!

Signing off,

Reuben Ponniah

Sr. Cmdr Sel #6