A Tribute To Our Gold Medal Achievers... By: The Boss No comments

Well well friends...

How you guys and girls doing on a Wednesday night? Enjoyed the rain? Got yourself all drenched while trying to run for cover? Haha...definitely brings back memories of NTC days eh? Hope you've enjoyed all the blog posts so far. This blog was created for the very purpose of spreading the news and latest happening in Selangor #6, and also to bless you through our testimonies and camp stories! So far so good...managed to give you readers daily updates, and we're also committed not to give you 'copy-and-paste' stuff! :) Just like you and me, I believe this blog must have a personal, individual touch to it...

Let's get down to business...RR Selangor #6 is proud to announce to you that for this year, we had 2 rangers who earned the highest award in Royal Rangers, that is the Gold Medal of Achivement, or GMA for short! No prizes for guessing who...yup, please give it up for ranger Kevin Chin and William Ong! *clap*clap*

Hats off to these two lads for the hardwork, labour, hours of research and data compiling, perseverence and never-say-die attitude that brought them this far, taking them to the next level in the RR ministry...a place where only a few have blazed before. And so tonight, this post is specially dedicated to these boys, and we hope that each of you ranger out there will be inspired to do likewise, and claim your spot in the RR Hall of Fame!

Here's Pas. Gideon taking charge of the mic for the GMA Medal ceremony...

Ranger William and Kevin eagerly awaiting the moment for them to be up on stage to receive the coveted medal! Gold Medal, wei...even Malaysia didn't go that far!

Up on stage, finally! Its your time to shine, boys...and I bet they enjoyed every moment of it!

Pas. Lau Moong Som explaining to the audience the significance of the ribbon colours on the GMA Medal...

Kevin and William getting their chance to practice saying their 'I Do', when given the charge by Pas. Lau concerning their responsibilities and commitment as a GMA holder...

We were glad to have both their mothers on stage, to join and stand next to their boys. It was definitely a proud moment for both parents to be up there with their little heroes...

And so, we gave both their mothers the honour of pinning the medal onto their son's uniform. Here's aunty Penny Chin in action...she's got sufficient practice prior to this event. This is the 3rd child in the Chin family to receive the GMA! :) Almost a full house...almost!

And on the other end, we see William's mum doing likewise! What an amazing feat by William, considering the fact that he joined the RR only during secondary school!

Not that easy, considering the fact that almost a hundred people are eagerly staring at you! But she's one cool character...

Yup...told you she's had enough practice before this! Easy peasy stuff for her la...

Both Kevin and William received a Swiss Army Knife, a Compass and a Bible each, for earning the GMA.


Let the compass be a reminder to you of the guidance you have received throughout the years of your involvement in Royal Rangers. Do not forget the things you have learned, as they will serve to give you direction to your life even as a man.

They each also received a Bible.
With the study of the Word you have laid the foundation for your Christian walk into manhood. Let God’s Word be your guide in the days ahead, as it was for David when he wrote in Psalms 119:11, “Thy word have I hid in my heart, that I might not sin against you.” That is our desire for you as well.

The final gift was a pocketknife.
The knife has a sharp edge and has been carefully crafted to perform many uses. In the same way, God has carefully crafted your life, and He has a great plan and purpose for you. Let the pocketknife be a reminder to you of the talents and abilities God has placed inside you, and to use your talents for God



Ranger William Ong and Kevin Chin, together with Sr. Cmdr Reuben Ponniah. Welcome to the GMA Fraternity!

Its been a blessing to see these two boys grow into fine young men, who's committed to God, willing to be a part of His plan, and most importantly...they both love Jesus! And I pray that this GMA will not a the end of your achievements in RR, but will instead spurr you on to greater heights and inspire others to walk this road you've taken. Congratulations to the two of you, and God bless!

I hope you'll all have a good rest tonight. The weather is simply lova-ly to just fall into a dead sleep, and that's exactly what I have in mind once this post is done.

Ok, I'm done. Goodnight, planet earth and all its citizens! May the good Lord bless you and keep you always...