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References
- ↑ "Brief History of The Presbyterian Church In Singapore (Synod)". Presbyterian Church in Singapore . Retrieved 4 September 2015.
- ↑ Roxborogh, John. "The Presbyterian Church in Malaysia". Presbyterian Church in Malaysia . Retrieved 4 September 2015.
