Children’s Celebration of Christmas: “A Story to Tell”

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

Saturday, December 11, 2021

OPENING MUSIC

“O Come, Little Children” Johann Schulz
Kenneth Logan, organ, Minister of Music

WELCOME

Ben Martin

CHRISTMAS CAROLS

Horton Family
“Angels We Have Heard on High”  •  “O Come, All Ye Faithful”

CHILDREN’S STORY

Rich Aguilera

SCRIPTURE READING

Emmett Martin
Luke 2:13,14

MESSAGE

Ben Martin, Associate Pastor

WORSHIP IN MUSIC

The Shepherd’s Spiritual
RMES Choir

SCRIPTURE READING

Joy Nyirenda
Luke 2:20

SPECIAL MUSIC

Three Holiday Glorias
RMES Choir

PRAYER

Lainah Korave
Pauline Habiri
Micaiah Beckford
Hadassa de Galiza

MESSAGE

Ezra Jean-Baptiste

SPECIAL MUSIC

“Jesus, the Light of the World”
Pioneer Adventurer Club

SCRIPTURE READING

Luke 2:30-32
Marlon Williams

SPECIAL MUSIC

“O Sing a Song of Bethlehem”
Pioneer Adventurer Club

MESSAGE

Ben Martin, Associate Pastor

CLOSING HYMN

“Go Tell It on the Mountain”
Press Family

CLOSING PRAYER

Ben Martin, Associate Pastor

CLOSING MUSIC

“Gloria!” • trad. melody
Kenneth Logan, organ, Minister of Music

 

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.