Pastor

Shane Anderson

Shane Anderson has been the lead pastor of Pioneer Memorial Church on the campus of Andrews University since 2023.  His passions in ministry include helping others to know Christ personally, the study and sharing of Bible prophecy, and Christian apologetics.  He has written for a variety of publications both foreign and domestic (he is currently a columnist for the Adventist Review), and has written a book entitled, "How to Kill Adventist Education (and How to Give It a Fighting Chance!)."  He has presented frequently throughout North, Central, and South America and the Caribbean on such topics as the Three Angels Messages of Revelation 14, Adventist Education renewal, and church planting.  He and his wife Darlene have two daughters, Sierra and Ellie.

Offering

Saturday, November 25, 2023

OPENING MUSIC

“The Lord’s My Shepherd” • James Bain

WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP

Jenifer Daley, Associate Pastor

“REJOICING IN THE LORD”: A HYMN CYCLE

“Rejoice, the Lord Is King!” • 221
“Now Thank We All Our God” • 559
“Joy By and By” • 430, st. 1-2

CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER

“Sweet Hour of Prayer” • 478, st. 2
Rispa Pius, Pioneer Member

OFFERTORY

“Now Thank We All Our God” • H. W. Tauscher

CHILDREN’S STORY & PRAYER

Liran Blake, Andrews University Student

SCRIPTURE READING

Psalm 130:1-5 NIV

WORSHIP IN MUSIC

“Rejoice in the Lord!” • Christian Finck / Kenneth Logan

MESSAGE

“The God Who Hears”
Shane Anderson, Lead Pastor

HYMN OF COMMITMENT

“Savior, Like a Shepherd” • 545

CLOSING MUSIC

“Now Thank We All Our God” • Sigfrid Karg-Elert

 

OPENING MUSIC

“The Lord’s My Shepherd” • James Bain

WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP

Jenifer Daley, Associate Pastor

HYMN OF PRAISE

“Rejoice, the Lord Is King!” • 221

CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER

Rispa Pius, Pioneer Member

WORSHIP IN MUSIC

“Rejoice in the Lord!” • Christian Finck / Kenneth Logan

OFFERTORY

“Now Thank We All Our God” • H. W. Tauscher

CHILDREN’S STORY & PRAYER

Liran Blake, Andrews University Student

PRAISE

“Now Thank We All Our God” • 559
“Joy By and By” • 430, st. 1-2

SCRIPTURE READING

Psalm 130:1-5 NIV

MESSAGE

“The God Who Hears”
Shane Anderson, Lead Pastor

HYMN OF COMMITMENT

“Savior, Like a Shepherd” • 545

BLESSING

Shane Anderson, Lead Pastor

CLOSING MUSIC

“Now Thank We All Our God” • Sigfrid Karg-Elert

 

A British Winter's Night: Wind Symphony Winter Concert

A British Winter’s Night concert will be an evening of lively traditional British tunes and ballads.  From the popular Vaughan Williams Sea Songs and English Folk Song Suite, to the rousing tunes of the Irish Washerwoman and Country Gardens, this evening is sure to delight! The Andrews University Wind Symphony, under the direction of Denisse Santos-Gooden, will once again collaborate with the Southwestern Michigan College Brass Band under the direction of Mark Hollandsworth. The two ensembles will take the stage at the Howard Performing Arts Center on January 31, 2026 at 8:00 PM. Start off your new year with toe-tapping tunes and swaying sweet melodies! Tickets are available at howard.andrews.edu.

Standout Event

Andrews University invites homeschool and public high school students to attend Standout, taking place February 20–22. This event is designed to serve as a spiritual refueling experience for students who may not have regular access to Adventist revival programs or daily religious instruction. We invite you to learn more and register for this impactful weekend at: https://www.andrews.edu/splash/standout