Speaker

Lindsey Pratt

Lindsey Pratt was called to youth ministry at an early age and God has opened doors for her to minster with teens and youth ever since. She worked in Central California as a Youth Pastor and Youth Evangelism Director before finishing her Masters of Divinity at Andrews University. Some of her favorite things to do are mission trips, backpacking and outdoor activities. She is passionate about giving opportunity for youth to use their talents and gifts in leadership for God. She loves racing in triathlons, camping and spending time with her daughter Ellie.

Offering

Saturday, June 10, 2023

OPENING MUSIC

“Prelude in Classic Style” • Gordon Young

WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP

Jonathan Burt, Pioneer Elder

HYMN OF PRAISE

“Holy, Holy, Holy” • 73

CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER

“Be Thou My Vision” • 547, st. 1
Jonathan Burt, Pioneer Elder

WORSHIP IN MUSIC

“It Is Well With My Soul” • Philip Bliss / Jamison Moore

OFFERTORY

“Variations on Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing” • Albert Travis

CHILDREN’S STORY & PRAYER

Jonathan Burt, Pioneer Elder

SCRIPTURE READING

Exodus 14:13 NIV
Margaret Howell, Pioneer Member

HYMN OF PREPARATION

“O for That Flame of Living Fire” • 264

MESSAGE

“Adventures in Faith-Walking: When the Times of Testing Come”
Lindsey Pratt, Associate Pastor

HYMN OF COMMITMENT

“Father, Lead Me Day by Day” • 482

BENEDICTION

 

CLOSING MUSIC

“Variations on Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing” • Albert Travis

 

OPENING MUSIC

“Prelude in Classic Style” • Gordon Young

WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP

Jonathan Burt, Pioneer Elder

HYMNS OF PRAISE

“The Lord in Zion Reigneth” • 7
“Holy, Holy, Holy” • 73

CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER

Jonathan Burt, Pioneer Elder

BABY DEDICATION

Lia D. Ruiz Espinoza and Mia R. Ruiz Espinoza, presented by David Ruiz Cach and Juanita Espinoza Vasquez with Rodle Ortiz

WORSHIP IN MUSIC

“It Is Well With My Soul” • Philip Bliss / Jamison Moore

OFFERTORY

“Variations on Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing” • Albert Travis

CHILDREN’S STORY & PRAYER

Jonathan Burt, Pioneer Elder

HYMN OF PRAISE

“The Lord Is My Light” • 515

SCRIPTURE READING

Exodus 14:13 NIV
Margaret Howell, Pioneer Member

PRAISE

“Be Thou My Vision” • 547

MESSAGE

“Adventures in Faith-Walking: When the Times of Testing Come” 
Lindsey Pratt, Associate Pastor

CLOSING SONG

“Father, Lead Me Day by Day” • 482

BLESSING

 

CLOSING MUSIC

“Variations on Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing” • Albert Travis

 

Offering for May 30, 2026

Pioneer Operating Budget

“We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.” – Winston Churchill

When the author of our reading became a member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church decades ago, a song, “Love is Something,” written by Malvina Reynolds, was sung during their Adventist Youth (AY) programs. This song was sung during the evening offering collection. The first verse went something like this: “Love is something if you give it away, give it away, give it away. Love is something if you give it away, you end up having more.”

The idea that love begets more love could not be truer. When we love like Jesus loves, the benefits are abundant. When we give like Jesus gives—without limitation—the blessings return in abundance, running over.

And we “won’t have enough room to take it in!” (Malachi 3:10, NLT). The Bible says in Acts 20:35, “Remembering the words the Lord Jesus himself said: ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’”

May the copious blessings of heaven be ours, as we give in love, gratitude, and without reservation to the cause of Christ in our local church today.

North American Division Stewardship Ministries

Widows and Widowers Picnic

WIDOWS and WIDOWERS are invited to potluck at Rangeline Park, 10138 Rangeline Rd, pavilion 2, in Berrien Springs at 1 PM on Sunday, June 7. Come with your favorite dish and suitable clothing for a boat ride afterwards! See you then! Caring Hearts Ministry

Wilson Retirement

Please join us in celebrating the retirement of Barry Wilson after 35 remarkable years of service with the fire department, including his dedicated tenure as liaison to Andrews University. A retirement party will be held in his honor on Sunday, May 31, 1:00 PM at the Berrien Springs Oranoko Fire Dept.

Something in Common Sabbath School

Join us for the “Love Like You Mean It” Series! Sessions will be held in the Pioneer Commons each Sabbath morning from 10:30 to 11:30. Everyone is welcome!

  • May 23: Session Seven - Love is Virtuous
  • May 30: Session Eight - Love is Honest
  • June 6: Session Nine - Love is Tenacious
  • June 13: Session Ten - Love Never Fails