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

"Andante Sostenuto"  •  Charles Marie Widor
Brenton Offenback, Pioneer Member

Welcome, Call to Worship & Prayer

Prescott Khair, Associate Pastor

"Compassionate Saviour"

"My Maker and My King"—SDAH 15, st. 1, 3-4  •  "Does Jesus Care?"—SDAH 181, st. 1-2  •  "Lord, Speak to Me"—SDAH 541, st. 1-2
Rob Raney, songleader

Congregational Prayer

Judith Peterson, Pioneer Member

Pioneer Life

Tammy Jardine, Pioneer Member

Children's Story & Prayer

Story: Jess Swackhamer; Prayer: Luci

Scripture Reading

I Kings 19:11-13 NRSV
Terry Robertson

Worship in Music

"Hold Thou My Hand, Dear Lord"  •  Cora Briggs
Elizabeth Wilson, Mezzo-soprano; Brenton Offenback, piano

Message

"The Answer: When It Keeps Ringing—Hearing God in the Silence"
Ben Martin, Associate Pastor

Hymn of Response

"Draw Me Nearer  •  306, st. 1-2
Rob Raney, songleader; Brenton Offenback, organ, Andrews University alumnus

Closing Remarks/Benediction

Prescott Khair, Associate Pastor

Closing Music

"Fanfare on 'In Christ Alone'"  •  arr. Jeff Perks
Brenton Offenback, Pioneer Member

 

Opening Music

“Andante Sostenuto”  •  Charles Marie Widor
Brenton Offenback, Pioneer Member

Welcome, Call to Worship & Prayer

Psalm 99: 1-3 NIV
Prescott Khair, Associate Pastor

Praise

"Blessed Assurance" •  "I Will Rise"
Linda Sanchez, Sinegugu Katenga, Abel Siamubi, vocals; Philip Wekesa, piano; Nate Chung, keyboard; Opeyemi Adesina, cajon 

Congregational Prayer

Maureen Raj and brother, Pioneer Members

Pioneer Life

Tammy Jardine, Pioneer Member

Worship in Music

"Hold Thou My Hand, Dear Lord"  •  Cora Briggs
Elizabeth Wilson, mezzo-soprano, Andrews University alumnae; Brenton Offenback, piano, Andrews University alumnus

Children's Story & Prayer

Story: Jess Swackhamer; Prayer: Luci

Praise

"Yes I Will"  •  "None But Jesus"

Scripture Reading

I Kings 19:11-13 NRSV
Abel Siamubi

Message

"The Answer: When It Keeps Ringing—Hearing God in the Silence"
Ben Martin, Associate Pastor

Closing Hymn

"Draw Me Nearer"  •  SDAH 306, st. 1,2

Closing Remarks/Blessing

Prescott Khair, Associate Pastor

Closing Music

“Fanfare on ‘In Christ Alone’”  •  arr. Jeff Perks
Brenton Offenback, Pioneer Member

 

Offering for July 5, 2025

Pioneer Operating Budget

Growing up I was taught at an early age to show respect and honor to God and country.

For example, I was taught to never put anything on top of the Bible, because the Word of God is holy; and to never to let the flag of our country touch the ground, because people have sacrificed their lives for the liberty of our country. When it comes to tithes and offerings, we should always honor God by giving to Him the first part of our income and blessings; not what’s left after we have paid the bills.

Jesus addressed the concerns of people today, “For after all these things the Gentiles seek. For your heavenly Father knows that you need all these things. But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you” (Matthew 6:32-33, NKJV).

The promise is that if we put Christ and His work first in everything, He will take care of all our needs. No need to be concerned about our food, clothing, or anything. God will surely come through and not only “add these things” but abundantly open the windows of heaven for us.

North American Division Stewardship Ministries

VBS at Niles Westside Church

Keepers of the Kingdom - Standing Strong in Today's Battle for Truth. July 14-18, from 9 - 11:45 AM at Niles Westside Adventist Church (1105 Grant St, Niles) for kids in Pre-K (age 4) - 6th grade. Please register early online at www.nileswestside.org. Email nileswestsidevbs@gmail.com or call 269-683-5998 with questions.