A group of students from Andrews University are preparing to embark on a life-changing mission in March of 2025. They will engage in evangelism, health care, and community outreach in Cuba. This mission trip has been going on for 11 years, and the impact has been tremendous, thanks to your help. Would you support this mission once again by donating right here in your church or give at www.careforcuba.org/donate? Thank you for your prayers as they prepare to send off students to serve and share Jesus!
The Answer
When It Keeps Ringing – Hearing God in the Silence
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Ben MartinBen Martin is on the pastoral team of Pioneer Memorial Church on the campus of Andrews University where he is the Pastor for Children and Family Discipleship. He is passionate about engaging youth in ministry. He believes that every member should be a functioning part of the body of Christ. Over the last few years he has been intentionally thinking through what it means to disciple the next generation. He enjoys photography, camping and spending time with his wife, Brianna. Together, they have 2 children.
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Opening Music
"Andante Sostenuto" • Charles Marie Widor
Brenton Offenback, Pioneer Member
Welcome, Call to Worship & Prayer
Prescott Khair, Associate Pastor
"Compassionate Saviour"
"My Maker and My King"—SDAH 15, st. 1, 3-4 • "Does Jesus Care?"—SDAH 181, st. 1-2 • "Lord, Speak to Me"—SDAH 541, st. 1-2
Rob Raney, songleader
Congregational Prayer
Judith Peterson, Pioneer Member
Pioneer Life
Tammy Jardine, Pioneer Member
Children's Story & Prayer
Story: Jess Swackhamer; Prayer: Luci
Scripture Reading
I Kings 19:11-13 NRSV
Terry Robertson
Worship in Music
"Hold Thou My Hand, Dear Lord" • Cora Briggs
Elizabeth Wilson, Mezzo-soprano; Brenton Offenback, piano
Message
"The Answer: When It Keeps Ringing—Hearing God in the Silence"
Ben Martin, Associate Pastor
Hymn of Response
"Draw Me Nearer • 306, st. 1-2
Rob Raney, songleader; Brenton Offenback, organ, Andrews University alumnus
Closing Remarks/Benediction
Prescott Khair, Associate Pastor
Closing Music
"Fanfare on 'In Christ Alone'" • arr. Jeff Perks
Brenton Offenback, Pioneer Member
Opening Music
“Andante Sostenuto” • Charles Marie Widor
Brenton Offenback, Pioneer Member
Welcome, Call to Worship & Prayer
Psalm 99: 1-3 NIV
Prescott Khair, Associate Pastor
Praise
"Blessed Assurance" • "I Will Rise"
Linda Sanchez, Sinegugu Katenga, Abel Siamubi, vocals; Philip Wekesa, piano; Nate Chung, keyboard; Opeyemi Adesina, cajon
Congregational Prayer
Maureen Raj and brother, Pioneer Members
Pioneer Life
Tammy Jardine, Pioneer Member
Worship in Music
"Hold Thou My Hand, Dear Lord" • Cora Briggs
Elizabeth Wilson, mezzo-soprano, Andrews University alumnae; Brenton Offenback, piano, Andrews University alumnus
Children's Story & Prayer
Story: Jess Swackhamer; Prayer: Luci
Praise
"Yes I Will" • "None But Jesus"
Scripture Reading
I Kings 19:11-13 NRSV
Abel Siamubi
Message
"The Answer: When It Keeps Ringing—Hearing God in the Silence"
Ben Martin, Associate Pastor
Closing Hymn
"Draw Me Nearer" • SDAH 306, st. 1,2
Closing Remarks/Blessing
Prescott Khair, Associate Pastor
Closing Music
“Fanfare on ‘In Christ Alone’” • arr. Jeff Perks
Brenton Offenback, Pioneer Member
Healthy, Happy Holiday Meals plus International Dishes for Special Gatherings presented by leading nutritionist Evelyn Kissinger on Sunday, November 3 from 4:00 to 6:30 PM here at PMC. Discover some healthy, delicious ideas, all plant-based, for Special
Gatherings. Those who register will receive food samples. Please register by texting VEGAN to 269-821-2345. And invite a friend to register and come with you.
Adventist Seniors, 55 years old and up, are invited to come for fellowship and inspiration at the October meeting featuring Dr. Ann Hamel. Dr. Hamel’s talk about her supporting work with missionaries is entitled “Caring for the Body of Christ.” Bring a dish, a friend and join the potluck at 1 pm October 13 in the Village Church Fellowship Hall. For further information call Cheryl Doss 269-277-0767.
Andrews Academy invites you to ALUMNI WEEKEND, October 18 & 19, 2024. Come and reunite with your AA family. Remember the defining moments of your past and reconnect with old friends. We look forward to seeing all of you once again at our Alumni Reunion! (All are invited, this year’s honored classes end in 4 and 9). Friday 7 PM, Vespers - s’mores to follow; Saturday 10:00 am, Sabbath School & Roll Call;11:30 AM Alumni Worship Convocation followed by honor class photographs & haystack lunch provided. Shydepoke 8 PM at AU Andreasen Center (basketball).
Revelation 13 - How to pray for America NOW - Lead by Pastor Dwight Nelson
Please join us for House of Prayer this Wednesday evening at 7pm in the Earliteen Loft as Pastor Dwight continues his study of Revelation 13. We meet every Wednesday evenings, however, Pastor Dwight will lead only on the following dates: 10/2, 10/16, 10/30, 11/13, and 11/20.
The PMC Youth Missions trip to Honduras will take place January 2-13. The team will conduct a Friendship Camp with the children of the Hogar de Niños (children's home) and the surrounding community. Additionally we will lead worship services, community projects and lots of activities for the children and youth. Space for a few more volunteers is available. For more information please email Glenn Russell at glenn@andrews.edu
Pioneer Operating Budget
I have prayed and walked for miles and miles in my tennis shoes. One semester, I walked around the campus of our university with students and prayed over the people in our campus community. We walked around the entire property, making sure to both share words, and some quiet time of personal prayer, as we lifted up our campus. We wanted to see the Holy Spirit move in a mighty way and transform lives, and we had the audacity to believe that He would do it. We held close to our hearts verses like, “If you believe, you will receive whatever you ask for in prayer” (Matthew 21:22, NIV). As I watched, I saw God transform my life and the lives of my students through prayer that year, and ever since then.
The beautiful thing about prayer is that we can do it at anytime, anywhere, and it’s something that we are able to share with one another. Today’s offering is for our local church budget. Our church serves as a place we can come together and share in our joys and woes. We can listen and learn from one another, and grow together in Christ. We hope to keep this light on in the church for many years to come, and that is made possible by your generous gifts.
By Heather Thompson Day
—North American Division Stewardship Ministries
As part of the Horn Lecture series a team of researchers from Andrews University will share their findings from a 2024 expedition to eastern Turkey. Two of the most likely sites for the where Noah's Ark landed are Agri Dagh (called Mt. Ararat by many) Mt. Judi further to the southwest. Mt. Judi is favored by many Muslims and Christians today. The team was able to get to the ark landing site on Mt Judi and will share their fascinating discoveries.
All are welcome at this free event. Andrews Undergraduate Co-Curricular credit will be offered.
The Family Life Committee invites our Pioneer family to join us for the annual hayride at Five Pines Ministries on Sunday, October 13 at 6-8pm. Hayrides through the autumn woods, yummy refreshments, a toasty campfire, and warm fellowship are all included in this fun tradition. We hope to see you there!
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 public school students in grades 7-12 and meets Tuesdays 6:30-8:00 PM
in the 5th grade classroom downstairs. For more information, contact Diane at simplestirrings@yahoo.com.