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Dialogue: 0,0:00:03.84,0:00:06.18,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,{\i1}In the heart of Singapore's busy streets,{\i0}
Dialogue: 0,0:00:06.56,0:00:09.92,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,{\i1}Alan, a dedicated \NSeventh-day Adventist Church member,{\i0}
Dialogue: 0,0:00:09.92,0:00:12.68,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,{\i1}spends his days doing\Nsomething extraordinary,{\i0}
Dialogue: 0,0:00:13.30,0:00:15.30,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,{\i1}connecting with the elderly\Nin his community.{\i0}
Dialogue: 0,0:00:15.86,0:00:18.98,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,{\i1}For Alan, following\NChrist's method of ministry{\i0}
Dialogue: 0,0:00:18.98,0:00:22.28,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,{\i1}means building relationships\Nwith those who often feel forgotten.{\i0}
Dialogue: 0,0:00:23.22,0:00:26.04,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,{\i1}Alan volunteers his time\Nto visit elderly residents,{\i0}
Dialogue: 0,0:00:26.42,0:00:30.04,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,{\i1}many of whom are isolated \Nand lonely in the fast-paced city.{\i0}
Dialogue: 0,0:00:32.66,0:00:34.29,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,I would just watch TV.
Dialogue: 0,0:00:36.10,0:00:37.56,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,I didn't know what to do.
Dialogue: 0,0:00:38.90,0:00:41.08,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,I was bored \Nand would try to pass the time.
Dialogue: 0,0:00:46.32,0:00:48.32,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,{\i1}When Mrs. Chan met Alan,{\i0}
Dialogue: 0,0:00:48.32,0:00:50.16,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,{\i1}he invited her to a care group{\i0}
Dialogue: 0,0:00:50.16,0:00:53.32,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,{\i1}hosted at the Thompson Chinese \NSeventh-day Adventist Church.{\i0}
Dialogue: 0,0:00:54.20,0:00:55.52,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,{\i1}Seventh day Adventists,{\i0}
Dialogue: 0,0:00:55.52,0:00:58.15,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,{\i1}in partnership\Nwith Adventist active centers,{\i0}
Dialogue: 0,0:00:58.15,0:01:00.44,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,{\i1}host a variety of social activities \Nfor the elderly.{\i0}
Dialogue: 0,0:01:00.84,0:01:04.55,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,{\i1}For people such as Mrs. Chan, \Nthe group means the world.{\i0}
Dialogue: 0,0:01:05.27,0:01:06.90,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,{\i1}Every time the care group meets,{\i0}
Dialogue: 0,0:01:06.90,0:01:09.61,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,{\i1}a large bus picks people up \Nfrom their homes.{\i0}
Dialogue: 0,0:01:09.92,0:01:13.38,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,{\i1}But Alan's personal touch ensures\Nthat no one is left behind.{\i0}
Dialogue: 0,0:01:13.76,0:01:16.82,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,{\i1}He drives a van for those \Nwho can't physically board the bus,{\i0}
Dialogue: 0,0:01:17.04,0:01:19.86,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,{\i1}taking time to talk \Nand make them feel cared for.{\i0}
Dialogue: 0,0:01:22.37,0:01:25.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,I'm very thankful that every time I go, \Neveryone is so loving,
Dialogue: 0,0:01:28.61,0:01:31.35,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,always caring for me,\Nholding my hands to walk.
Dialogue: 0,0:01:32.93,0:01:35.11,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,I'm filled with thankfulness in my heart.
Dialogue: 0,0:01:40.50,0:01:43.94,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,{\i1}The care group is made possible\Nby a dedicated team of volunteers{\i0}
Dialogue: 0,0:01:43.94,0:01:46.82,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,{\i1}who pour their time, energy, and love{\i0}
Dialogue: 0,0:01:46.82,0:01:48.68,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,{\i1}into creating a welcoming space.{\i0}
Dialogue: 0,0:01:49.06,0:01:52.68,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,{\i1}From organizing transportation\Nto planning meaningful gatherings,{\i0}
Dialogue: 0,0:01:53.12,0:01:56.65,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,{\i1}they ensure each meeting \Nis an opportunity for connection and joy.{\i0}
Dialogue: 0,0:01:57.36,0:02:02.08,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,{\i1}Whether it's a creative project, \Na hearty meal, or a moment of reflection,{\i0}
Dialogue: 0,0:02:02.08,0:02:05.06,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,{\i1}the team's efforts foster\Nan environment of warmth.{\i0}
Dialogue: 0,0:02:05.62,0:02:09.08,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,{\i1}The care group meetings\Nhave become a lifeline for many seniors.{\i0}
Dialogue: 0,0:02:09.86,0:02:12.58,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,{\i1}Through Alan's work\Nand the love of church members,{\i0}
Dialogue: 0,0:02:12.58,0:02:14.83,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,{\i1}they are finding more\Nthan just community--{\i0}
Dialogue: 0,0:02:14.83,0:02:16.100,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,{\i1}they're discovering a sense of belonging.{\i0}
Dialogue: 0,0:02:17.61,0:02:19.85,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,{\i1}Alan's efforts are a powerful reminder{\i0}
Dialogue: 0,0:02:19.85,0:02:22.49,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,{\i1}that when we follow\NChrist's method of ministry,{\i0}
Dialogue: 0,0:02:22.49,0:02:25.70,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,{\i1}we can change lives one heart at a time.{\i0}
Dialogue: 0,0:02:25.95,0:02:29.49,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,{\i1}In bustling cities like Singapore, \Nwhere mission challenges are prevalent,{\i0}
Dialogue: 0,0:02:30.26,0:02:34.12,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,{\i1}the need for Jesus' love and connection \Nis more urgent than ever.{\i0}
Dialogue: 0,0:02:34.42,0:02:37.21,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,{\i1}Through the dedication\Nof Adventists, such as Alan,{\i0}
Dialogue: 0,0:02:37.21,0:02:41.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,{\i1}the elderly community in Singapore\Nis finding hope, friendship, and faith.{\i0}