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48th Thanksgiving and Homecoming Dinner & 47th Graduation Exercises

By Ho Fung-Min, ACTS College

ACTS College celebrated a season of transition and growth through its recent 48th Thanksgiving and Homecoming, and 47th Graduation Exercises, honoring a 36-year legacy of service while installing new leadership to guide the next generation of kingdom leaders.

ACTS College hosted its annual Thanksgiving and Homecoming Dinner on November 10, 2025, where alumni, faculty, and students gathered together to celebrate what God had done in the past year. For all who came, it was a heartwarming time of reuniting and renewing kingdom friendships amidst food and fellowship.

Honoring a faithful servant: a thanksgiving dinner celebrating the retiring of Rev Dr Casey Ng, President of ACTS College

The night was extra special as ACTS College honored and celebrated Rev Dr Casey Ng’s thirty-six years of faithful service unto the Lord in theological education. Past and present students and faculty shared heartfelt words of affirmation for Rev Dr Casey, highlighting his steadfast commitment and faith in God, evident in his long years of service.

A season of thanksgiving and cherished memories

Rev Dr Casey delivered a touching retirement speech as he recounted how his journey was one marked by faith – from taking on the role of President of ACTS College and now letting go of the role to step into a new season. He reminded all who were present that God has a time and season for everything and expressed his trust that God will continue to lead him on his journey ahead. The celebration of Rev Dr Casey’s remarkable journey ended with everyone congratulating him on his retirement and praying for him.

A time of worship where hearts were lifted in prayer before God

The night concluded with an appreciation for this year’s student life committee, who served faithfully and joyfully during their tenure. All who were present were also invited to continue being a part of what God is doing through ACTS by contributing financially or sharing to others on the unique theological education the college offers. In all, it was a wonderful night of gratitude and celebration of what God has done and will continue to do through ACTS College.

ACTS College 47th Graduation Exercises

ACTS College conducted its 47th annual graduation exercise on November 16, 2025, celebrating the achievements of ten graduates. The ceremony was held at Eternal Life Assembly, and graduates were awarded their academic diplomas, graduate diplomas, and Master’s degrees. There was an air of excitement in the auditorium as family members, pastors, church friends, and schoolmates gathered to commemorate this significant milestone.

President and Academic awards

This year’s guest speaker, Rev Simon Ang, shared a message to the graduates on “Staying True to Our Calling” from Acts 27. Firstly, he exhorted the graduates to remember that their primary identity comes from God whom they belong to. Next, they were called to commit to serve God’s purpose in whatever they do in their new journey ahead. Lastly, to stay true to their calling, graduates would need to continually put their trust in God alone. The inspiring message stirred the hearts of the graduates, reminding them that as they step forward in obedience, God Himself will sustain and direct them in their calling.

Rev Simon Ang sharing the Word

Another highlight during the ceremony was the installation of Rev David Lim as the President of ACTS College. Rev Simon shared a few words of encouragement to Rev David as he takes up the mantle of leadership. Following which, the board, the faculty, and all who were present took time to pray for Rev David and ask the Lord for His anointing and guidance in this new chapter for the college.
As the joyous occasion concluded, graduates left the auditorium encouraged to embrace their next season of ministry. The college community is also left with hope about how God will continue to work through ACTS College in the years to come.

Installation and prayer for the new college president

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