Children’s Celebration of Christmas: “A Story to Tell”

Speaker

Ben Martin

Ben 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.

Offering

Saturday, December 11, 2021

OPENING MUSIC

“O Come, Little Children” Johann Schulz
Kenneth Logan, organ, Minister of Music

WELCOME

Ben Martin

CHRISTMAS CAROLS

Horton Family
“Angels We Have Heard on High”  •  “O Come, All Ye Faithful”

CHILDREN’S STORY

Rich Aguilera

SCRIPTURE READING

Emmett Martin
Luke 2:13,14

MESSAGE

Ben Martin, Associate Pastor

WORSHIP IN MUSIC

The Shepherd’s Spiritual
RMES Choir

SCRIPTURE READING

Joy Nyirenda
Luke 2:20

SPECIAL MUSIC

Three Holiday Glorias
RMES Choir

PRAYER

Lainah Korave
Pauline Habiri
Micaiah Beckford
Hadassa de Galiza

MESSAGE

Ezra Jean-Baptiste

SPECIAL MUSIC

“Jesus, the Light of the World”
Pioneer Adventurer Club

SCRIPTURE READING

Luke 2:30-32
Marlon Williams

SPECIAL MUSIC

“O Sing a Song of Bethlehem”
Pioneer Adventurer Club

MESSAGE

Ben Martin, Associate Pastor

CLOSING HYMN

“Go Tell It on the Mountain”
Press Family

CLOSING PRAYER

Ben Martin, Associate Pastor

CLOSING MUSIC

“Gloria!” • trad. melody
Kenneth Logan, organ, Minister of Music

 

Adventist Seniors of Michiana August 10 Meeting
Andrews Grove Pavilion

 Calling all seniors aged 55+ to the annual Adventist Seniors of Michiana Corn Roast to be held Sunday, August 10 at 1 PM in the Andrews Grove Pavilion. Bring a dish to share, enjoy the corn provided, and learn who will be our new officers for next year.  Early registration for the 2025-2026 membership year will be available. Despite inflation dues remain at $20 per person.  Call Cheryl Doss with any questions 269-277-0767.

Register Now for Andrews Academy

Andrews Academy is now enrolling students in grades 9 - 12 for the 2025/2026 school year. We invite you to join the AA family! You will be blessed by what Andrews Academy has to offer. Students consistently score above state and national levels on standardized testing, they are involved in many spiritual and service activities throughout the school year. Our Seventh-day Adventist school’s mission is to inspire our students to think deeply, live fully, serve unselfishly and to honor God completely. School begins August 18. Registration day is August 13. Financial assistance may be available. Call 269-471-3138 for more information or visit https://www.andrews.edu/aa/ and click on “apply today”. 

Help Us Welcome New Students

Many new faces will soon join us as they begin their academic journey at Andrews University. We are preparing to welcome them with our traditional Welcome Picnic on Sabbath, August 23. You can support Belong by signing up to be a table host, preparing food, becoming a general volunteer—or all of the above! Text the word “PICNIC” to 269-281-2345

Looking for a Prayer Group to Join?

Join us for the Midweek House of Prayer, held online every Wednesday morning from 7:00 to 8:00 AM. We are currently studying the Gospel of Mark. Come and see how your contributions can benefit everyone in the group! The Zoom link is https://andrews.zoom.us/j/9889172131.

Something in Common Sabbath School

Better Decisions/ Fewer Regrets video series by Andy Stanley continues

  • July 19–The The Conscience Question
  • July 26–The Maturity Question
  • August 2–The Relationship Question

Everyone is welcome in PMC Boardroom off of the Fellowship Commons Room from 10:30-11:30 AM on Sabbath.

Fellowship Dinner
Pioneer Commons

 There will not be a fellowship dinner during the months of July and August, 2025.