On Sunday, October 26, beginning at 9 am in Johnson Gym, 400 people will have the opportunity to help pack 7,000 bags for our Christmas Behind Bars event. Join us for this fast-paced, fun, and family-friendly event sponsored by Pioneer Memorial Church and Andrews University. Use this link to sign up: https://forms.gle/H9pHrvudPiex8yns5 (Your presence and invitation to others helps to support our strategic initiatives for PIONEER.)
God Has Great Plans for Your Past
Part 2: Just Your Standard Restoration
Resources
Pastor
Shane AndersonShane 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, January 20, 2024
More In This Series
OPENING MUSIC
“Andante Moderato” • Marcel Dupré
WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP
Bryan von Dorpowski, Head Elder
“GREATER GRACE”: A HYMN CYCLE
“Praise, My Soul, the King of Heaven” • 4, st. 1-2
“Marvelous Grace” • 109, st. 1-2“Amazing Grace” • 108, st. 1
“O, How I Love Jesus” • 248, st. 1-3, no chorus; mel. no. 108
“Amazing Grace” • 108, st. 2
CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER
“Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus” • 290, chorus only
Eli Rojas, Associate Director, NADEI
OFFERTORY
Religious Liberty: John Nay
“Marvelous Grace” • Daniel Towner
CHILDREN’S STORY & PRAYER
Bryan von Dorpowski, Head Elder
SCRIPTURE READING
I Peter 5:6-11 NIV
Jeniffer Ratulangi, AU Student
WORSHIP IN MUSIC
“Amazing Grace” • Craig Courtney
MESSAGE
“God Has Great Plans for Your Past—Part 2: Just Your Standard Restoration”
Shane Anderson, Lead Pastor
HYMN OF COMMITMENT
“Draw Me Nearer” • 306
CLOSING MUSIC
“God of Grace and God of Glory” • Paul Manz
OPENING MUSIC
“Andante Moderato” • Marcel Dupré
WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP
Bryan von Dorpowski, Head Elder
PRAISE
“He Lives” • 251
“Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus” • 290, chorus only
CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER
Esther Knott, Pioneer Elder
WORSHIP IN MUSIC
“Amazing Grace” • Craig Courtney
OFFERTORY
Religious Liberty: John Nay
“Marvelous Grace” • Daniel Towner
CHILDREN’S STORY & PRAYER
Bryan von Dorpowski, Head Elder
PRAISE
“Shout To The Lord”
“There’s None Like You”
“Because He Lives”
SCRIPTURE READING
I Peter 5:6-11 NIV
MESSAGE
“God Has Great Plans for Your Past—Part 2: Just Your Standard Restoration”
Shane Anderson, Lead Pastor
HYMN OF COMMITMENT
“Draw Me Nearer” • 306
CLOSING MUSIC
“God of Grace and God of Glory” • Paul Manz
Help Pack 7,000 Bags for Christmas Behind Bars
Howard Center Presents: Reggie & Ladye Love Smith
Reggie and Ladye Love Smith are two of the world’s most sought-after vocalists. They have been performing as part of the award-winning “Gaither Gospel Series” which airs weekly on television networks all over North America and Europe. Reggie is currently a member of the Gaither Vocal Band and Lady is touring with the band as a soloist on their nationwide tours. With unending energy, plus a wealth of talent and a genuinely sweet spirit, this couple makes beautiful music wherever they go. Join us at the Howard Performing Arts Center on November 2, 2025 at 7:00 pm and enjoy an exceptional evening of Christian music. Please go to https://howard.andrews.edu to purchase your tickets or you can drop by the Howard Performing Arts Center on the campus of Andrews University, in person, to purchase your tickets.
Pizza and Parables
Pizza & Parables, Where faith meets flavor! Every Wednesday from 6:30–7:30 PM, high school students are invited for pizza, Bible study, and friends. Come hungry for both food and the Word! Meet in the Pioneer Youth Chapel.
Free 4D Ultrasound
The Lake Michigan College Sonography Program at the Benton Harbor campus is offering a free 4D Ultrasound for pregnant volunteers. Appointments are available on Tuesdays in October and November. Volunteers must be between 21 and 35 weeks at time of scan. This free opportunity helps to support the LMC sonography students.
House of Prayer
Pioneer Earlyteen Loft
Please join us for House of Prayer Wednesday evenings at 7pm in the Earliteen Loft for a time of singing, Bible study and prayer.