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The Answer
Set Your Phone to Silent—Hearing God’s Call
Resources
Speaker
Rodlie OrtizRodlie Ortiz is on the pastoral team of Pioneer Memorial Church on the campus of Andrews University where he oversees evangelism and Grow Groups. He recently finished his Doctor of Ministry degree in Missional Leadership from Fuller Theological Seminary. He blogs regularly on modernekklesia.com and enjoys connecting with people that don't know God. He is married to Iveth, a special education teacher, and has two boys—Jonathan and Daniel.
Offering
Saturday, July 31, 2021
More In This Series
Opening Music
“Meditation on ‘Brother James’s Air’” • Harold Darke
Joshua Goines, organ
Welcome, Call to Worship & Prayer
Lindsey Pratt, Associate Pastor
Hymn Cycle
"Stand Up! Stand Up for Jesus!"—SDAH 618, st. 1, 3 • "Jesus Calls Us; O'er the Tumult"—SDAH 285 • "Lord, Speak to Me"—SDAH 541
Congregational Prayer
Deb Montcalm, Pioneer Member
Pioneer Life
Children's Story & Prayer
Story: Janet Ledesma, Prayer: Ariana
Scripture Reading
Matthew 11:28-30 NIV
Andrea Gibbs, Pioneer Elder
Worship in Music
"I Can Hear the Savior Calling", Darian Krimm / Joseph Martin
Leanne Miller, soprano; Joshua Goines, piano
Message
"The Answer: Set Your Phone to Silent—Hearing God's Call"
Rodlie Ortiz, Associate Pastor
Connect Card
Hymn of Response
"Dear Lord and Father of Us All" • words 480 alt., melody 481, st. 1-2, 4-5
Benediction
Lindsey Pratt, Associate Pastor
Closing Music
“Great Day” • Adolphus Hailstork
Joshua Goines, organ
Opening Music
“Meditation on ‘Brother James’s Air’” • Harold Darke
Joshua Goines, organ
Welcome, Call to Worship & Prayer
Lindsey Pratt, Associate Pastor, Pioneer Memorial Church
Praise
"To God Be The Glory"
Joshua Goines, piano; Zachary Schnepp, cajon; Jamison Moore, cello; Jason Marquez, clarinet
Congregational Prayer
Deb Montcalm, Pioneer Member
Pioneer Life
Worship in Music
"I Can Hear the Savior Calling" • Darian Krimm / Joseph Martin
Leanne Miller, soprano; Joshua Goines, piano
Children's Story & Prayer
Story: Janet Ledesma; Prayer: Ariana
Praise
"God So Loved" • "What A Beautiful Name"
Scripture Reading
Matthew 11:28-30 NIV
Message
"The Answer: Set Your Phone to Silent—Hearing God's Call"
Rodlie Ortiz, Associate Pastor
Connect Card
Closing Song
"'Tis So Sweet To Trust In Jesus"
Blessing
Lindsey Pratt, Associate Pastor, Pioneer Memorial Church
Closing Music
“Great Day” • Adolphus Hailstork
Joshua Goines, organ
Time Change
Andrews Academy - Penny Arcade
Andrews Academy invites all seventh and eighth graders to Penny Arcade, Saturday night Nov. 8, 2025. This is a fun evening of games, activities & food; all for just pennies. Get to know Andrews Academy students better as you and your seventh & eighth grade friends enjoy Penny Arcade from 7 - 9 PM. Due to costs, we can only open this to 7th & 8th graders & Andrews Academy students, this is not open to siblings and families. Parents can drop your child off at 7:45 PM and pick them up at 9 pm. If you have any questions please contact the school at 269-471-3138.
Adopt-a-Student
Looking for a simple way to bless a student this semester? Consider adopting one! Whether you’re a family or an individual, you can offer warmth, encouragement, and a sense of home to a student who’s far from theirs. Together, we can help students thrive! Reach out to learn how you can adopt a student and make a real difference. Contact Mari Bowerman at belong@pmchurch.org
Something in Common Sabbath School
Starting Point video series with Andy Stanley: Everything has a beginning. Every person, every idea, every journey starts somewhere. Whether it's one small step in a new direction or a major event, from that point forward nothing is ever the same. It's not always comfortable. It's not always easy. But it's a start. This 8-part series ends December 6, 2025. Everyone is welcome. PMC Boardroom. 10:30-11:30 Sabbath mornings.
Adventist Youth Music Association Stage One Registration
The Adventist Youth Music Association (AYMA) is a collaboration among Adventist universities and colleges to create a space for young musicians to develop their abilities. Registration is now open for this years program. AYMA is looking to host both solo performance adjudication and an elite ensemble music making experience. All high school musicians connected with an Adventist church or academy are invited to submit video recordings by November 9 for adjudication. Participants from stage one with high ratings will be invited to join the summer ensemble experience. Learn more at: andrews.edu/cas/music/ayma/
RMES Food Fair & Cultural Showcase
The Ruth Murdoch Elementary School Food Fair and Cultural Showcase will be held Sunday, November 9, from noon to 3:00 PM. Proceeded benefit the RMES Worthy Student Fund. Explore many delicious dishes from around the world, enjoy live performances, and immerse yourself in diverse cultures while supporting a great cause! Please bring cash or check. Bring your family and friends for an afternoon of food, fun, and cultural celebration!
Communion Service
On Sabbath, November 1, please plan to attend the celebration of the Communion service together during both the 9:00 and 11:45 AM services.
Sunday Music Series: Junqi Sophie Tang
Join us on Sunday, November 16, 2025 at 4:00 PM for a violin concert at the Howard Performing Arts Center. Junqi Sophie Tang, Assistant Professor of Music at Western Michigan University and has previously served on the violin faculty of the University of Toledo School of Music, and was invited to serve on a distinguished panel of judges for the 2022 New York Laureate International Music Competition and 2021 Hong Kong International Violin Competition & Chamber Music Competition. She is the founder and artistic director of the Hantong International Summer Music Festival as well as the music director of the Cincinnati Music and Arts Society. She has been a First Prize winner in the 2021 Golden State International Music Competition, 2019 Hong Kong International Music Festival, and an excellence in performance award at the 2016 Schoenfeld International String Competition. This is a FREE concert.
Pioneer Jam Session
Pioneer Jam Session will occur on the 1st Sabbath of each month at Pioneer. If you like to sing or play, just come and join in to worship. Sabbath 4:00-6:00
Caring Hearts and Woman's Ministries Seminar
Did you lose something? Or someone? Come hear Frank Hasel, from the Biblical Research Institute, share his story of loss on October 25 at 6 PM at the AFM Training Center, Morgan Hall. 10652 Rangeline Road, Berrien Springs. Refreshments will be served after the presentation, and books will be available for purchase (cash only). Sponsored by Caring Hearts and Pioneer Women's Ministries.