Welcome to Andrews University Graduation Weekend! Kindly note that overflow seating is available today in the Youth Chapel.
Back to the Future - The Power of Memories
Resources
Speaker
Ben MartinBen 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
Saturday, February 03, 2024
OPENING MUSIC
“God, Who Stretched the Spangled Heavens” • Dale Wood
WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP
Lindsey Pratt, Associate Pastor
“ALL MY JOURNEY THROUGH”: A HYMN CYCLE
“The Church Has One Foundation” • 348
“I’m Pressing on the Upward Way” • 625, st. 1-2, 4
“Be Still, My Soul” • 461, st. 1-2
CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER
“Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus” • chorus only 290
Lindsey Pratt, Associate Pastor
PIONEER LIFE
Dave Nowack
WORSHIP IN MUSIC
“O Love That Will Not Let Me Go” • David Phelps
OFFERTORY
“Be Still, My Soul” • Jean Sibelius / Kenneth Logan
CHILDREN’S STORY & PRAYER
Michael Cuke
SCRIPTURE READING
Isaiah 46:8-10
Cassandra Gultom, AU Student
WORSHIP IN MUSIC
“I Will Be a Child of Peace” • Elaine Hagenberg
MESSAGE
“Remember: How the Past Can Move Us Forward”
Ben Martin, Associate Pastor
HYMN OF COMMITMENT
“O God, Our Help in Ages Past” • 103
CLOSING MUSIC
“Christ We Shall Praise Well” • Johann Sebastian Bach
OPENING MUSIC
“God, Who Stretched the Spangled Heavens” • Dale Wood
WELCOME & PRAYER
Lindsey Pratt, Associate Pastor
PRAISE
“Blessed Assurance”
WORSHIP IN MUSIC
”O Love That Will Not Let Me Go” • David Phelps
CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER
Lindsey Pratt, Associate Pastor
PIONEER LIFE
Dave Nowack
WORSHIP IN MUSIC
“I Will Be a Child of Peace” • Elaine Hagenberg
OFFERTORY
”Be Still, My Soul” • Jean Sibelius / Kenneth Logan
CHILDREN’S STORY & PRAYER
Michael Cuke
SCRIPTURE READING
Isaiah 46:8-10
PRAISE
“Firm Foundation” • “Trust In God”
“‘Tis So Sweet To Trust In Jesus”
MESSAGE
“Remember: How the Past Can Move Us Forward”
Ben Martin, Associate Pastor
HYMN OF COMMITMENT
“O God, Our Help in Ages Past” • 103
CLOSING MUSIC
“Christ We Shall Praise Well” • Johann Sebastian Bach
Graduation Information
Offering for May 3, 2025
Pioneer Operating Budget
Author Melvin Santos Speaking: While shopping at Lowe’s hardware store one day, I saw a bird trapped inside the store that probably had entered through the outdoor garden section. Its wing seemed broken, it could not fly, and was perhaps too weak from days of not being able to eat. If left alone this bird would die.
I found a discarded box and went over to get the bird. I took that bird home and placed it in a makeshift birdcage and gave it water and food. The next day the bird was more alert and flapping its wings. I took it outside and opened the cage door. The bird slowly walked out and flew to the nearest tree.
I felt great that I was able to help one of God’s little creatures live another day! Jesus’ words, “Consider the ravens, for they neither sow nor reap, which have neither storehouse nor barn; and God feeds them. Of how much more value are you than the birds?” (Luke 12:24, NKJV).
Jesus wants us to trust Him because God the Father cares so much for us. God has placed the church to care for the broken hearted, to help the downtrodden, to proclaim liberty to the captives, and to share the love of Jesus through the various ministries it has set up.
—North American Division Stewardship Ministries
Music Camp at Pioneer!
The Institute of Young Musicians for Christ is excited to be having a music camp at Pioneer Memorial Church! At our music camps young people ages 6-17 are offered an immersive, week-long musical experience. Our quality musical training—combined with fun, friends, and faith-building encounters— provides a truly incredible opportunity. The camp offers tracks for children 6-12 with or without musical experience and a track for teenagers with significant musical experience. To learn more and register, visit iymcsda.org/michigan. We hope to see you there!
Something in Common Sabbath School
Fight Your Way To A Better Marriage series by Dr. Greg and Erin Smalley
- March 29-State of Your Heart
- April 5-Safety
- April 12-The Reactive Cycle
- April 18-Personal Responsibility
- April 26-L.U.V.E. Talk
- May 3-Teamwork
Everyone is Welcome each Sabbath morning to join us in Pioneer Room 141 at 10:30 am,
Lamson Hall Upgrades with Maranatha
From May 11–June 8, 2025, Maranatha Volunteers International will be working at Andrews University to update the Lamson Hall residential rooms and suite bathrooms. Please consider volunteering and letting your family and friends know of this opportunity. All individuals (including local) should sign up at the Maranatha website: https://maranatha.org/volunteer-opportunities/.