Resources

Speaker

Ben Martin

Ben Martin is on the pastoral team of Pioneer Memorial Church on the campus of Andrews University where he is the Pastor for Children and Family Discipleship. He is passionate about engaging youth in ministry. He believes that every member should be a functioning part of the body of Christ. Over the last few years he has been intentionally thinking through what it means to disciple the next generation. He enjoys photography, camping and spending time with his wife, Brianna. Together, they have 2 children.

Offering

Opening Music

"I Want to Walk as a Child of the Light"  •  Wayne Wold
Kenneth Logan, Minister of Music, Pioneer Memorial Church

Welcome & Call to Worship 

Lindsey Pratt, Associate Pastor

"Hymns for Little Children": A Hymn Cycle

"All Things Bright and Beautiful"—SDAH 93, st. 1-3  •  "Once in Royal David's City"—SDAH 149, st.1-2, 4  •  "There Is a Green Hill Far Away"—SDAH 164, st. 1-3  •  ""Jesus Calls Us"—SDAH 284, st. 1, 3-4 
Andrews University Singers, Stephen Zork, director; Kenneth Logan, organ, Minister of Music

Congregational Prayer

Rodlie Ortiz, Associate Pastor; Meryen González, Student

Children's Story & Prayer

Story: Taurus Montgomery, Pastor Harbor of Hope; Prayer: TJ

Scripture Reading

Gianluca Bacchiocchi, Elder, Pioneer Memorial Church

Worship in Music

"Jesu, the Very Thought of Thee"  •  Paul Halley
Andrews University Singers, Stephen Zork, director; Kenneth Logan, organ

Pioneer Life

Dwight K. Nelson with Ben Martin

Message

"A 20:21 Mission for a 2021 Movement: Are Kids Invited?: 'So I Am Sending You'"
Ben Martin, Associate Pastor

Connect Card

 

Hymn of Commitment

"This Little Light of Mine"
Primary Grades Pioneer Sabbath School Teachers

Benediction

Lindsey Pratt, Associate Pastor

Closing Music

"Children of the Heavenly Father"  •  traditional Swedish melody
Kenneth Logan, organ, Minister of Music

 

 

Opening Music

"I Want to Walk as a Child of the Light"  •  Wayne Wold
Kenneth Logan, Minister of Music, Pioneer Memorial Church

Welcome & Call to Worship 

Lindsey Pratt, Associate Pastor

Praise

"What a Friend We Have in Jesus"
Andrews University Singers, Stephen Zork, director

Opening Prayer

Lindsey Pratt, Associate Pastor

Children's Story & Prayer

Story: Taurus Montgomery, Pastor Harbor of Hope; Prayer: TJ

Praise

"A Simple Prayer"
Andrews University Singers, Stephen Zork, director

Pioneer Life

Dwight K. Nelson with Ben Martin

Worship in Music

"Jesu, the Very Thought of Thee"  •  Paul Halley
Andrews University Singers, Stephen Zork, director; Kenneth Logan, organ

Congregational Prayer

Rodlie Ortiz, Associate Pastor, Moises Reyes, Student

Praise

"God Restores"  •  "Lord, Open Up our Eyes"

Scripture Reading

Gianluca Bacchiocchi, Elder, Pioneer Memorial Church

Praise

"For Everyone Born (A Place at the Table"

Message

"A 20:21 Mission for a 2021 Movement: Are Kids Invited?: 'So I Am Sending You'"
Ben Martin, Associate Pastor

Connect Card

 

Hymn of Commitment

"This Little Light of Mine"
Primary Grades Pioneer Sabbath School Teachers

Benediction

Lindsey Pratt, Associate Pastor

Closing Music

"Children of the Heavenly Father"  •  traditional Swedish melody
Kenneth Logan, organ, Minister of Music

 

 

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Sabbath Vespers

Graduates, family, and friends are invited to attend Sabbath Vespers tonight at 8 PM at the Howard Preforming Arts Center. This beautiful services of tributes and music will be a wonderful way to close the Sabbath.

Fellowship Dinner

There will not be a fellowship dinner this Sabbath.

Offering for May 4, 2024

Pioneer Operating Budget

“Ding!” My phone went off again in my pocket. It was just one of those busy days I was having as a college professor, but with deadlines looming, and students waiting to be taught, I did not really want to deal with my phone notifications at the moment.

Can you relate to that feeling? I have found that technology can often be a wonderful blessing, as it allows me to connect meaningfully with my family members who live all over the world. At the same time, it can sometimes disconnect me from the life that is happening right before my eyes.

One thing I decided to do years ago was to take a weekly Sabbath, on the Sabbath, from my devices, as often as I can. That way, when I gather in worship with my family, my fellow believers, and my students, I can be fully in tune with what is going on.

“And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another—and all the more as you see the Day approaching” (Hebrews 10:24-25, NIV). Today’s offering is for the local church budget. This will help provide the resources necessary to allow us to continue to meet together and worship as one!

North American Division Stewardship Ministries

Pathfinder Bible Experience 2024

 to the Pioneer Evergreens Juniper Team! They earned 1st placed at the 2024 Pathfinder Bible Experience in Colorado. The team thanks the Pioneer Memorial Church members for your prayers.

Bible Repairers & Room Decorators

Are you willing to enjoy a quiet few hours in a Children's Sabbath School room mending Bibles, refreshing the room decor, replenishing table supply kits, or a little deep cleaning? Can you gift one day (or evening) per month to come in to support our awesome volunteers who already do so much on Sabbaths?  Email childrenss@pmchurch.org or text 269-845-0178 including your name, what projects you're willing to help with and we'll get you connected soon. Thanks for adding your gifts.

Adventist Heritage & American History Tour

Explore Scenic New England and it's Rich History from September 1-8, 2024


 

Pastoral Staff Transition at Pioneer

Please see the letter below regarding a Pastoral Staff transition at Pioneer.

Letter from Elder Jim Micheff

Something in Common Sabbath School

Laugh Your Way to a Better Marriage.

  • April 13- The Tale of Two Brain-Part 1
  • April 20-The Tale of Two Brain-Part 2
  • April 27-The #1 Key to Incredible Sex
  • May 4-How to Stay Married and Not Kill Anybody

Everyone is Welcome Sabbath mornings from 10:30-11:30 in PMC room 141.

Oasis Public School Ministry

Oasis Public School Ministry provides a safe community for real talk, good food, fun activities, and building relationships between students, leaders, and God. This ministry is open to all public middle and high school students and meets Tuesdays 6:30-8:00 PM in the 5th grade Sabbath school room. Bring a friend and check it out! For more information, contact Diane at simplestirrings@yahoo.com.