The 32nd Session of the SIAC was held at Iban Methodist Church, Sibu with the theme “Let Us Be One In Christ.” 

The delegates, who numbered over 100, gave time to take a retrospective view and thought on the events of the past year. However, the matters that the Conference resolved to give attention to were forward looking. Two of these were among the most important.
 
To strengthen the financial position of the Conference.
The main focus of the conference agenda was on administration and financial management. A new Board of Finance Chairman, Mr Douglas Lon, a retired government servant (formerly a District Officer) was appointed to head the Board.
 
To evangelize and expand the work among the Ibans in Johor.
The Iban Methodist Church is to focus on evangelizing the 40,000 Ibans currently residing in Johor. It is one of its main objectives for next year.
 
According to the agenda, the ministry would try to expand outward in their evangelizing efforts because it is the mission of the church. “We’ll try to extend our work to Peninsular Malaysia, especially to Johor,” 

Three new deacons, Rev Albert Allan, Rev Jatan Badi and Rev Lucius Ak Bangau were ordained at the Conference. Rev Joseph Jaie was ordained as elder. Bishop Dr. Hwa Yung officiated at the ordination service, together with Rev. James Puang, President of SIAC. 

Rev Steward Damat
Conference Secretary