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

OPENING MUSIC

"Maestoso" • Kenneth Logan
"To God Be the Glory" • Paul Thompson

WELCOME & PRAYER

John Glass, Associate Pastor

"THE GLORIOUS ANSWER"—A HYMN CYCLE

"Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee" • 12
"Soldiers of Christ, Arise!" • 616, st. 1, 3
"Live Out Thy Life Within Me" • 316

CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER

"Father, Lead Me Day by Day" • 482, st. 1
Esther Knott, Pioneer Elder

WORSHIP IN MUSIC

"Radiant Joy" • Brian Balmages

OFFERTORY

"Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring" • J. S. Bach / Percy Hall

CHILDREN'S STORY

Arianna Helbley, Pioneer Member

SCRIPTURE READING

Matthew 9:35-38 NIV
Ashley Press, Pioneer Member

HYMN OF PREPARATION

"Break Thou the Bread of Life" • 271, st. 1

MESSAGE

"ChurchWorks—Part 3: Ministers Rule"
Shane Anderson, Lead Pastor

HYMN OF COMMITMENT

"Blessed Assurance, Jesus Is Mine!" • 462, st. 1, 3

CLOSING MUSIC

"Arise, My Soul, Arise!" • traditional Finnish / Dale Wood

 

OPENING MUSIC

"Maestoso" • Kenneth Logan
"To God Be the Glory" • Paul Thompson

WELCOME & PRAYER

John Glass, Associate Pastor

HYMN OF PRAISE

"The Church Has One Foundation" • 348

CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER

"Live Out Thy Life Within Me" • 316, st. 1
Esther Knott, Pioneer Elder

WORSHIP IN MUSIC

"Radiant Joy" • Brian Balmages

OFFERTORY

"Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring" • J. S. Bach / Percy Hall

CHILDREN'S STORY

Arianna Helbley, Pioneer Member

PRAISE

"Open the Eyes of My Heart Lord" • "Worthy" • "Send Me" • "Take My Life"

SCRIPTURE READING

Matthew 9:35-38 NIV

MESSAGE

"ChurchWorks—Part 3: Ministers Rule"
Shane Anderson, Lead Pastor

SONG OF COMMITMENT

"Blessed Assurance, Jesus Is Mine!" • 462, st. 1, 3

CLOSING MUSIC

"Arise, My Soul, Arise!" • traditional Finnish / Dale Wood

 

Offering for July 5, 2025

Pioneer Operating Budget

Growing up I was taught at an early age to show respect and honor to God and country.

For example, I was taught to never put anything on top of the Bible, because the Word of God is holy; and to never to let the flag of our country touch the ground, because people have sacrificed their lives for the liberty of our country. When it comes to tithes and offerings, we should always honor God by giving to Him the first part of our income and blessings; not what’s left after we have paid the bills.

Jesus addressed the concerns of people today, “For after all these things the Gentiles seek. For your heavenly Father knows that you need all these things. But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you” (Matthew 6:32-33, NKJV).

The promise is that if we put Christ and His work first in everything, He will take care of all our needs. No need to be concerned about our food, clothing, or anything. God will surely come through and not only “add these things” but abundantly open the windows of heaven for us.

North American Division Stewardship Ministries

VBS at Niles Westside Church

Keepers of the Kingdom - Standing Strong in Today's Battle for Truth. July 14-18, from 9 - 11:45 AM at Niles Westside Adventist Church (1105 Grant St, Niles) for kids in Pre-K (age 4) - 6th grade. Please register early online at www.nileswestside.org. Email nileswestsidevbs@gmail.com or call 269-683-5998 with questions.