Speaker

Calvin B. Rock

Offering

Saturday, March 09, 2024

OPENING MUSIC

“Poem of Divine Love” • Kenneth Logan

CHORAL INTROIT

“Now Let Us All Praise God and Sing” • Gordon Young

CALL TO WORSHIP & PRAYER

Lindsey Pratt, Associate Pastor

“OUR”: A HYMN CYCLE

“Christ Is Alive!” • 182, st. 1, 3, 4
“The Church Has One Foundation” • 348, st. 1, 2, 4
“Where Cross the Crowded Ways” • 355, st. 1, 2, 4
“Blest Be the Tie” • 350, st. 1-3

CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER

“Blest Be the Tie” • 350, st. 1
Lindsey Pratt, Associate Pastor

OFFERTORY

“Christ’s Love for All” • Anon. Melody

CHILDREN’S STORY

Ezra Jean-Baptiste with Jean-Ires Michel

SCRIPTURE READING

John 14: 25-27 NIV
Cindy Hill, Pioneer Member

WORSHIP IN MUSIC

“Even When He Is Silent” • Kim André Arnesen

INTRODUCTION OF SPEAKER

Shane Anderson, Lead Pastor

MESSAGE

“Not Yet the Holy Spirit”
Calvin B. Rock

HYMN OF COMMITMENT

“Showers of Blessing” • 195, st. 1, 3-4

CLOSING MUSIC

“O Love, How Deep, How Broad, How High” • David Johnson

 

OPENING MUSIC

“Poem of Divine Love” • Kenneth Logan

CHORAL INTROIT

“Now Let Us All Praise God and Sing” • Gordon Young

CALL TO WORSHIP & PRAYER

Lindsey Pratt, Associate Pastor

HYMNS OF PRAISE

“Christ Is Alive!” • 182, st. 1, 3, 4
“The Church Has One Foundation” • 348, st. 1, 2, 4

CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER

“Spirit of the Living God” • 672
Lindsey Pratt, Associate Pastor

BABY DEDICATION

Yohann Kaye Delatiam Witherspoon with John Reeve

WORSHIP IN MUSIC

“Even When He Is Silent” • Kim André Arnesen

OFFERTORY

“Christ’s Love for All” • Anon. Melody

CHILDREN’S STORY

Ezra Jean-Baptiste with Jean-Ires Michel

PRAISE

“Nothing But The Blood” • “O Come To The Altar”
“New Wine” • “No Longer Slaves”

SCRIPTURE READING

John 14: 25-27 NIV

INTRODUCTION OF SPEAKER

Shane Anderson, Lead Pastor

MESSAGE

“Not Yet the Holy Spirit”
Calvin B. Rock

HYMN OF COMMITMENT

“Showers of Blessing” • 195, st. 1, 3-4

CLOSING MUSIC

“O Love, How Deep, How Broad, How High” •  David Johnson

 

Offering for February 28, 2026

Michigan Advance Partners

The Seventh-day Adventist Church operates many educational institutions, at the kindergarten, middle, secondary, and tertiary levels in the conferences of the North America Division territory.

These schools are supported financially by a number of sources. For example, generous donors, organizations, subsidies from local conferences, union conferences, and—importantly—local church members, who believe in the educational philosophy of our church.

The philosophy says true education is redemptive in nature, and does not only focus on academic learning, but also on helping students to develop faith in God and a commitment to serve others. Ellen G. White supports this view when she says, “In the highest sense the work of education and the work of redemption are one” (Education, p. 30). That is to say, both the effort to share Christ with students and the mission to present Jesus to the world have the same purpose of rebuilding the image of God in His children.

The wise man Solomon states it best, “The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom, and the knowledge of the Holy One is understanding” (Proverbs 9:10, ESV). Dear brothers and sisters, our children, and future generations will call us blessed because we faithfully support our education system, giving them an opportunity to learn about Christ at their most impressionable age. Let us give to support Michigan Advance today. 

North American Division Stewardship Ministries

Moms of Littles Bible Study

Join us for a Moms Bible Study where little ones are welcome! We'll gather together in God's Word, pray together and encourage one another in this season of motherhood. Moms of Littles meet every Wednesdays at 10 AM in the Youth Room. Location: Youth Room at the Village Seventh-day Adventist Church in Berrien Springs. Contact call or text Erin Saraun 269-246-1059 for more information.

Sing Praise! Wind Symphony Vespers Concert

 “Sing Praise!” Wind Symphony Vespers is quickly becoming an annual tradition, inviting audiences to experience the joy of music-making through both listening and singing together. This year’s event brings the Wind Symphony together with the University Singers and the Spanish SDA Church Praise Team, creating a powerful shared musical experience. This year’s program features beloved hymn favorites such as “Rejoice the Lord Is King” and “Lead On, O King Eternal,” alongside contemporary works inspired by texts from the Psalms and other scriptures. Bring a friend or family member and join the Wind Symphony for this meaningful and uplifting evening on Friday, March 6, 2026, at 7:30 PM, in the Howard Performing Arts Center. Admission is free.

Care for Cuba—Urgent Need

Partner with Care for Cuba to bring much-needed resources to Cuba such as food, medicines and places of worship. Donate online at careforcuba.org

Young Adult Mission Trip in Peru!

Maranatha Volunteers International invites young adults, ages 18-28, to join Catalyst, a service experience for their age group. Build a church for the Calapuja Adventist Church, operate medical clinics, and lead VBS programs. Learn more at Maranatha.org/volunteer or call 916-774-7700

Academy Day March 3

All eighth-grade students are invited to attend Academy Day on Tuesday, March 3, 2026. Come and see the exciting programs Andrews Academy offers and experience one day with us. While there, you will worship together, go to several classes, and participate in some games and activities. Lunch will be served, and T-shirts and prizes will be given. Registration begins in the gym at 7:30 AM, the full day of activities will begin at 8:00 am and will conclude by 3:15 PM. Call 269-471-3138 to RSVP or with any questions you may have. (Eighth graders in NAS, RMES, VAES, and Eau Claire SDA schools are already preregistered). Drop off/pick up is either in the circle drive or in the parking lot (8833 Garland Ave, Berrien Springs).

Ruth Murdoch Elementary School Visitor's Day

Students who will be in the first through eighth grades next school year are invited to visit Ruth Murdoch Elementary School on March 3. Make friends, meet teachers and have fun! Grades 1–6: 8:15–11:30 AM; Grades 7–8: 8:15 AM–3:30 PM. Parents, please call 269-471-3225 to register. (A special Kindergarten Visitors' Day is being planned for April 8).

Something in Common Sabbath School

Resolving Everyday Conflict by the Peacemakers Ministries.  

  • January 31– Facing the flames of conflict
  • February 7- A new way of thinking
  • February 14- Go to higher ground
  • February 21-Get real about yourself
  • February 28- Accepting responsibility: Making an effective apology
  • March 7- Gently engage others
  • March 14- Get together
  • March 21- Overcome evil will good

Everyone is welcome in the PMC Commons Rooms each Sabbath morning from 10:30-11:30. 

ZOOM IN! Summer Camp 2026

 ZOOM IN! to God’s Amazing World at The Crayon Box Summer Camp, running June 1–August 20, 2026. Children entering Kindergarten through age 12 will enjoy a summer filled with nature, science, creativity, teamwork, and play as they explore how God’s hand is at work all around them. Each themed week encourages campers to notice the small wonders, big ideas, and amazing details of God’s creation. Located on the beautiful campus of Andrews University, The Crayon Box offers a safe, joyful, faith-centered place for children to spend their summer vacation with on-campus adventures, campus field trips, and visits from zoo and wildlife educators. Enrollment is open now at andrews.edu/services/crayonbox/summercamp. Space is limited. Forms are due May 18, 2026.