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

Saturday, January 06, 2024

OPENING MUSIC

“Be Thou My Vision” • trad. Irish melody

WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP

Ben Martin, Associate Pastor

“FOR TIME AND FOREVER”: A HYMN CYCLE

“O God, Our Help in Ages Past” • 103
“Amazing Grace, How Sweet the Sound” • 108, st. 3-4
“Come, We That Love the Lord” • 422, st. 1-2, 4
“Amazing Grace, How Sweet the Sound” • 108, st. 5

CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER

“Be Thou My Vision” • 547, st. 1
Ben Martin, Associate Pastor

OFFERTORY

“O God, Our Help in Ages Past” • William Croft

CHILDREN’S STORY & PRAYER

Ben Martin, Associate Pastor

SCRIPTURE READING

Jeremiah 29:11-13 NIV
Lucy Randall

WORSHIP IN MUSIC

“For the Beauty of the Earth” • Kenneth Logan

MESSAGE

“When God Dreams”
Shane Anderson, Lead Pastor

HYMN OF COMMITMENT

“Take My Life and Let It Be Consecrated” • 330, st. 1, 3, & 5

CLOSING MUSIC

“Be Not Afraid” (from “Elijah”) • Felix Mendelssohn

 

OPENING MUSIC

“Be Thou My Vision” • trad. Irish melody

WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP

Ben Martin, Associate Pastor

PRAISE

“Love Divine” • 191

CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER

“O Come, All Ye Faithful” • 132, chorus only
Ben Martin, Associate Pastor

WORSHIP IN MUSIC

“For the Beauty of the Earth” • Kenneth Logan

OFFERTORY

“O God, Our Help in Ages Past” • William Croft

CHILDREN’S STORY & PRAYER

Ben Martin, Associate Pastor

SCRIPTURE READING

Jeremiah 29:11-13 NIV
Lucy Randall

PRAISE

“O Sing a Song of Bethlehem” • 144
“10,000 Reasons (Bless the Lord)”
“Jesus Is All the World to Me” • 185, st. 1,3, 4

MESSAGE

“When God Dreams”
Shane Anderson, Lead Pastor

HYMN OF COMMITMENT

“Take My Life and Let It Be Consecrated” • 330, st. 1, 3, & 5

CLOSING MUSIC

“Be Not Afraid” (from “Elijah”) • Felix Mendelssohn

 

Offering for July 4, 2026

Pioneer Operating Budget

Did you know that there are two countries in the North American Division of Seventh-day Adventists that celebrate their nationhood in the first week of the month of July? You guessed it right. They are Canada, on July 1, and the United States of America, on July 4. So, happy Canada Day to Canada and happy Independence Day to the United States of America!

Nationhood in the history of a country is a milestone of separation from another country’s rulership. This means that the country is free to lead and rule itself by its own government and laws.

Although these holidays are not like Easter or Christmas, for many citizens, they are a time to reflect on God’s goodness to us as a people. As members of the Judeo Christian faith, we are called to "Proclaim liberty throughout the land to all its inhabitants” (Leviticus 25:10, NIV) and to celebrate the gift of freedom from the bondage of sin. While we express gratitude to be able to live in a land of freedom, may we also look in faith to the future, and commit our lives to God and His will. May we bring our gifts in worship to the true God, who declares, “Blessed is the nation whose God is the
Lord” (Psalm 33:12, ESV). And may the coffers of our local church never be empty.

North American Division Stewardship Ministries

Sabbath School Lessons Overview of I & II Corinthians

Dr Erhard Gallos will present an overview of I & II Corinthians, third quarter Sabbath School lessons on July 11, 4:00-5:30 PM at the PMC Commons. All are welcome. Contact Melchizedek Ponniah at 269-876-7476 for information.

Something in Common Sabbath School

Relatable

In this six-session video Bible study (guide sold separately), Louie Giglio explores the fundamental question of what makes us relatable to others. He shows how God can change our perspective on relationships, give us greater purpose in dating and marriage, bring us peace in the midst of conflict, and help us restore relationships that seem broken beyond repair.

Begins June 20 at 10:30 AM in the Pioneer Commons. Everyone is welcome.

  • July 11 - “The Friend Everyone Longs for”
  • July 18 - “Becoming Someone vs. Finding Someone”
  • July 25 - “Handshake of Peace”
  • August 1 - “Bonus: Why Date?”
  • August 8 - “Bonus: Marriage with a Mission”