Woodrow Whidden died peacefully at home beside his loving wife, Peggy, on Tuesday, November 11. He lived a full life devoted to his family, the ministry, teaching and academic writing. Pioneer has been his home church since 1990 when he began teaching at Andrews. Your love, generosity and comforting presence in the days since Woody's passing have meant so much to our family. Everyone is invited to a public memorial service here at Pioneer on Friday, December 5, at 1 PM. Love and Thanks from The Whidden Family
Why We Are Here
Part 3: Religion, Undefiled
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, April 20, 2024
More In This Series
OPENING MUSIC
“Fairest Lord Jesus” • Anon. Melody
“Majestic Peace of God” • Kenneth Logan
WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP
Prescott Khair, Associate Pastor
HYMN OF PRAISE
“Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing” • 334
CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER
“Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus” • 290, refrain only
Esfir Zavrichko, Andrews University Student
WORSHIP IN MUSIC
“For the Beauty of the Earth” • Eric Nelson
PIONEER LIFE
Mari Bowerman, BELONG Ministries Leader
OFFERTORY
“Air in F” • G.F. Handel
CHILDREN’S STORY
Niki Djordjevic, Andrews University Student
HYMNS OF PRAISE
“Fairest Lord Jesus” • 240, st. 1, 2 & 4
“He Lives!” • 251, st. 1 & 3
“We Have This Hope” • 214, st. 1
SCRIPTURE READING
Jeremiah 51:9 & 10 NIV
Soulin Sisodia, Pioneer Member*
Kris Sisodia, Pioneer Member**
WORSHIP IN MUSIC
“Caritas” (“Charity”) • Elaine Hagenberg
MESSAGE
“Why We Are Here, Part 3: Religion, Undefiled”
Shane Anderson, Lead Pastor
BLESSING
Shane Anderson, Lead Pastor
HYMN OF COMMITMENT
“Lead On, O King Eternal” • 619
CLOSING MUSIC
“Chorale” • Flor Peeters
Dr. Woodrow Whidden, 10/15/1944 - 11/11/2025
Sabbath School Volunteers Needed
Give our Pioneer kids a gift this holiday season - your time, teaching or supporting Sabbath Schools, 10:30-11:30 AM each Sabbath. Text CHILDREN to 269-281-2345 or email childrenss@pmchurch.org to learn more.
Seeking Voices for Sabbath Video Series!
Adventist Learning Community is producing a short series exploring Sabbath keeping and its impact on everyday life. We're looking for individuals to interview who joined the Adventist Church within the last 15 to 20 years and are comfortable on camera. If you're open to sharing your experience and how Sabbath has shaped your life, please contact Luke Bowers at lbowersweb@gmail.com, we'd love to hear from you!
Join the Traffic Ministry Team!
We’re looking for volunteers to serve in our Traffic Ministry, helping direct vehicles and assist members and guests as they arrive and leave. Your friendly presence helps ensure safety and creates a warm first impression for everyone coming to worship. If you’re interested or want to learn more, please contact Derill Legoh 732-379-1300.
Something in Common Sabbath School
Starting Point video series with Andy Stanley: Everything has a beginning. Every person, every idea, every journey starts somewhere. Whether it's one small step in a new direction or a major event, from that point forward nothing is ever the same. It's not always comfortable. It's not always easy. But it's a start. This 8-part series ends December 6, 2025. Everyone is welcome. PMC Boardroom. 10:30-11:30 Sabbath mornings.
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.
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.