Since 1983, Dwight Nelson has served as lead pastor of the Pioneer Memorial Church on the campus of Andrews University. He preaches on the “New Perceptions” telecast, teaches at the theological seminary and has written some books, including The Chosen. He and his wife, Karen, are blessed with two married children and 2 granddaughters.
This coming Friday (7PM) we gather in our empty under-construction sanctuary for a memorable Agape Feast and Lord’s Supper. All ages and worshipers are invited. Sacred concert at HPAC to follow. See eLetter for details. www.pmchurch.org/newsletter.
June 28, 7:00 PM
Location: PMC Sanctuary
A farewell for Katherine Smith will be held on June 26, 2019 from 5:00 – 7:00 PM at the home of Stan & Glenda Patterson, 11261 Bridlewood Trail, Berrien Springs, MI.
Though summer hasn’t officially arrived and Labor Day may seem far away, we urge you to SAVE THE DATES for our 2019 annual Adventist Forum Conference: August 30-September 1 in Orlando, Florida on the campus of AdventHealth University.
Guided by the theme of Identities: Within and Beyond the Borders of Adventism, we are looking forward to being together for a weekend which will stretch our minds and hearts, posing valuable questions and probing essential aspects of numerous identities. Here is a peek at current line-up of presenters and facilitators:
Gerald Winslow--always a terrific speaker and a key voice of reason within the church on tough issues like abortion, homosexuality and transsexuals
Edwin Hernandez--president of AdventHealth University and renowned researcher who has written a history of Hispanic Adventis
Michael Nixon--vice president for diversity at Andrews University, he will bring a panel of students to talk about how their Adventism impacts their lives
Vanessa Corredera--Shakespearan scholar now at Andrews University whose research explores issues of Otherness and diversity, particularly the intersection and representation of gender and class in contemporary Shakespearean adaptations and appropriations.
Miquel Mendez--one of the associate pastors from the Loma Linda University Church who is a terrific speaker in the tradition of Randy Roberts
Nick Zork--worship musician extraordinaire
Daniela Jean--Alex Carpenter did a podcast with her posted May 16, 2019. She is originally from Haiti, now lives in Miami and regularly hosts a JAVA event for SDAs in the Miami area where poetry, music, and food provide for an entertaining evening. She has won several regional “under forty” awards and was a 2018 EBONY magazine POWER 100 people’s choice nominee. She will be hosting our Saturday night program.
Having representatives from each Chapter participating in our conference conversations and fellowship would be superb. Keep in mind that there is a reduced fee for Early Bird Registration, so keep an eye out for details regarding discounted hotel rates as well as conference registration options.
Would love to see you soon in Orlando!
August 30 - September 1
Location: Orlando Florida
You are invited to join a hymn-sing at The Old Rugged Cross Church. We’ll be singing your favorites from the Church Hymnal, an old Adventist hymnbook. If you have one or more copies of the Church Hymnal, please bring them along to share with others. A tour of the historic site will follow immediately after the hymn-sing. For more information, contact Melchizedek Ponniah.
June 29, 4:30 - 5:30 PM
Location: 6104 Vermont Street, Pokagon, MI
Contact: Melchizedek Ponniah (269) 876-7476 or melponniah@gmail.com
House or garage bursting at hte seams? Ruth Murdoch Elementary School will be accepting unwanted items for their annual Rummage Sale. Items accepted include anything from clothing to applicances, decorations to furniture, and everything in between! You donate. They sell it. All proceeds benefit the school.
Drop-off Dates: June 3 - July 2, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Location: 8885 Garland Ave., Berrien Springs, MI
Sale Dates: July 11, 12, 14, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Location: 8885 Garland Ave., Berrien Springs, MI
Please join our PMC Prayer Ministry Team by volunteering to pray with us during 1st or 2nd service on available Sabbaths. We need you to help us intensify and grow this ministry. For more information contact Andrea Gibbs.
Contact: Andrea Gibbs - gibbsak777@gmail.com | (209) 663-9891 (can text)
The annual Signs of the Times campaign has begun and continues through the month of May. Signs of the Times was first published in June, 1874, and celebrates its 145th birthday this June. Signs of the Times is a monthly magazine that encourages readers to lead joyful Christian lives as they await the soon return of Jesus. For more information about Signs of the Times, visit www.signstimes.com.