Graduates, family, and friends are invited to attend Sabbath Vespers tonight at 8 PM at the Howard Preforming Arts Center. This beautiful services of tributes and music will be a wonderful way to close the Sabbath.
How to Know God’s Will
How to Know God’s Will, Part 1
Resources
Pastor
Shane AndersonShane Anderson is the lead pastor of Pioneer Memorial Church on the campus of Andrews University. His passions for ministry include; How to know Christ personally, Bible prophecy, and Christian apologetics. He has written a book entitled, "How To Kill Adventist Education (And How To Give It A Fighting Chance!)", and has spoken frequently on that topic throughout North, Central, and South America as well as the Caribbean since 2009. He is a columnist for the Adventist Review. He and his wife Darlene have two daughters and have lived in Michigan since 2023.
Offering
Saturday, September 09, 2023
More In This Series
OPENING MUSIC
“O God, Faithful God” • Johannes Brahms
WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP
Ben Martin, Associate Pastor
“GOD LIVES, LEADS, AND LIFTS”: A HYMN CYCLE
“He Lives!” • 251, st. 1-2
“Stand Up! Stand Up for Jesus!” • 618, st. 3-4
“I’m Pressing on the Upward Way” • 625, st. 1, 4
“We Are Climbing Jacob’s Ladder” • 627
“Prince of Peace, Control My Will” • 153, st. 1, 3
CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER
“Father, Lead Me Day by Day” • 482, st. 1
Elizabeth Bell, RMES Teacher
OFFERTORY
“Fugue on ‘O Word of God’ / ‘He Leadeth Me’” • Kenneth Logan
CHILDREN’S STORY & PRAYER
Billy Whiting, RMES Teacher
SCRIPTURE READING
Isaiah 30:19-21 NIV
Brian Wong, Pioneer Member
WORSHIP IN MUSIC
“Be Still, My Soul” • Jean Sibelius / Sally DeFord
MESSAGE
“How To Know God’s Will, Part 1”
Shane Anderson, Lead Pastor
HYMN OF COMMITMENT
“He Leadeth Me” • 537, st. 1-2, 4
CLOSING MUSIC
“Guide Me, O Thou Great Jehovah” • Anon.
OPENING MUSIC
“O God, Faithful God” • Johannes Brahms
WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP
Ben Martin, Associate Pastor
PRAISE
“Open The Eyes Of My Heart”
“Turn Your Eyes / Make Me A Servant”
CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER
Elizabeth Bell, RMES Teacher
WORSHIP IN MUSIC
“Be Still, My Soul” • Jean Sibelius / Sally DeFord
OFFERTORY
“Fugue on ‘O Word of God’ / ‘He Leadeth Me’” • Kenneth Logan
CHILDREN’S STORY & PRAYER
Billy Whiting, RMES Teacher
PRAISE
“Cornerstone”
SCRIPTURE READING
Isaiah 30:19-21 NIV
PRAISE
“I Surrender All”
MESSAGE
“How To Know God’s Will, Part 1”
Shane Anderson, Lead Pastor
SONG OF COMMITMENT
“He Leadeth Me” • 537, st. 1-2, 4
CLOSING MUSIC
“Guide Me, O Thou Great Jehovah” • Anon.
Sabbath Vespers
Fellowship Dinner
There will not be a fellowship dinner this Sabbath.
Offering for May 4, 2024
Pioneer Operating Budget
“Ding!” My phone went off again in my pocket. It was just one of those busy days I was having as a college professor, but with deadlines looming, and students waiting to be taught, I did not really want to deal with my phone notifications at the moment.
Can you relate to that feeling? I have found that technology can often be a wonderful blessing, as it allows me to connect meaningfully with my family members who live all over the world. At the same time, it can sometimes disconnect me from the life that is happening right before my eyes.
One thing I decided to do years ago was to take a weekly Sabbath, on the Sabbath, from my devices, as often as I can. That way, when I gather in worship with my family, my fellow believers, and my students, I can be fully in tune with what is going on.
“And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another—and all the more as you see the Day approaching” (Hebrews 10:24-25, NIV). Today’s offering is for the local church budget. This will help provide the resources necessary to allow us to continue to meet together and worship as one!
—North American Division Stewardship Ministries
Pathfinder Bible Experience 2024
to the Pioneer Evergreens Juniper Team! They earned 1st placed at the 2024 Pathfinder Bible Experience in Colorado. The team thanks the Pioneer Memorial Church members for your prayers.
Bible Repairers & Room Decorators
Are you willing to enjoy a quiet few hours in a Children's Sabbath School room mending Bibles, refreshing the room decor, replenishing table supply kits, or a little deep cleaning? Can you gift one day (or evening) per month to come in to support our awesome volunteers who already do so much on Sabbaths? Email childrenss@pmchurch.org or text 269-845-0178 including your name, what projects you're willing to help with and we'll get you connected soon. Thanks for adding your gifts.
Adventist Heritage & American History Tour
Explore Scenic New England and it's Rich History from September 1-8, 2024
Pastoral Staff Transition at Pioneer
Please see the letter below regarding a Pastoral Staff transition at Pioneer.
Something in Common Sabbath School
Laugh Your Way to a Better Marriage.
- April 13- The Tale of Two Brain-Part 1
- April 20-The Tale of Two Brain-Part 2
- April 27-The #1 Key to Incredible Sex
- May 4-How to Stay Married and Not Kill Anybody
Everyone is Welcome Sabbath mornings from 10:30-11:30 in PMC room 141.
Oasis Public School Ministry
Oasis Public School Ministry provides a safe community for real talk, good food, fun activities, and building relationships between students, leaders, and God. This ministry is open to all public middle and high school students and meets Tuesdays 6:30-8:00 PM in the 5th grade Sabbath school room. Bring a friend and check it out! For more information, contact Diane at simplestirrings@yahoo.com.