Praying for our Service-people. As I reflect on my 20 years of Air Force service, one thing was missing that would have been very comforting; the knowledge that my home church, or some church, took my name, me, to the Lord at every weekly service. The Lutheran Church for which I have played every Sunday, has a list of military people in the weekly bulletin which the congregation read as part of the prayer. Our Church leaders have agreed that a form of this would be meaningful to Service-people who are relatives or friends of some of us.

Andrews Academy invites you to ALUMNI WEEKEND, October 14 & 15, 2022. Come and reunite with your AA family. Remember the defining moments of your past and reconnect with old friends. We look forward to seeing all of you once again at our Alumni Reunion! (All are invited, this year’s honored classes end in 2 and 7). No Friday Vespers. Saturday 10:00 AM, Sabbath School & Roll Call; 11:15 AM. Alumni Worship Convocation followed by honor class photographs & haystack lunch. Shydepoke 8 PM at AU Field.

The Rodney Marsalis Philadelphia Big Brass is America’s premier large brass ensemble. A group that always reflects the diverse makeup of men and women in the American culture, RMPBB is dedicated to the notion that music is a gift to be enjoyed by everyone. RMPBB is a family-owned and operated business that had its beginnings on the streets of New Orleans. Performances by The Rodney Marsalis Philadelphia Big Brass range from solo trumpet, to brass quintet, to the full eleven-piece ensemble with percussion.

Berrien Springs Public Schools is seeking a Title 1 Teacher for Private/Non-Profit Schools in Berrien Springs (RMES, VAES & Trinity Lutheran School). This position will work approximately 20-25 hours per week, Monday - Friday. A valid Michigan Elementary Teaching Certificate is required. More information available at: https://www.homeoftheshamrocks.org/departments/human-resources--employment Click on: Open Certified Teaching Positions

Florida needs our help. Hurricane Ian has been named "the deadliest storm to hit [Florida] since 1935." Relief workers are working tirelessly to help Florida residents and businesses pick up the pieces and begin the long road to recovery after massive  damage from category 4 Ian. At least 68 persons from FL have lost their lives and about 25% of the State (2.7 million customers) lost electricity. The devastation is estimated at more than $60 billion in private insured losses just in Florida. Adventist Community Services is working with FEMA to set up warehouses and distribution centers.

The Evergreen Pathfinder Club will hold a fall fundraiser where you'll have the opportunity to support our club by purchasing fresh fruits such as oranges, apples, pears, and other dried products. Stay tuned for details coming in the next few weeks!

COLLECTING NEW UNDERWEAR AND PAJAMAS OF ALL CHILD SIZES. God's Hands 4 Kids is a ministry that started as a PMC Grow Group. We work closely with  Berrien County DHHS. We maintain their "Closet" that has an inventory of clothes and other essentials that are available to workers 24/7. Many kids come into care with nothing except what they have on. We are currently collecting new underwear and pajamas. There is a collection bin in the lower PMC lobby. Items can be dropped off at RMES. We have other local 24/7 drop-off locations.

The next Children’s Leadership Conference will take place on October 29th, 2022, 8:30 AM – 7:00 PM, at Chan Shun Hall, Andrews University. It is a one-day free in English & Spanish event focusing on Track 2: Teaching Children from the NAD Children’s Ministry Certification.

Register free here: https://www.cye.org/get-involved/mission-trips-events/childrens-ministry/general-information/
 

Pioneer's fellowship dinner teams need additional members to help with the Sabbath fellowship dinners. Teams serve about three times a year. You don't need to know how to cook to be on a team. There are many ways you can be involved and enjoy the ministry together. Contact the church office at 269-471-6565 to sign-up.