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 13, 2024

OPENING MUSIC

“On Forgiveness” (Melody: DETROIT, no. 299) • Kenneth Logan

WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP

John Glass, Associate Pastor

“WASHED BY THE BLOOD”: A HYMN CYCLE

“Holy, Holy, Holy” • 73, st. 3
“Whiter Than Snow” • 318, st. 1, 3
“There Is a Balm in Gilead” • 475
“Wonderful Words of Life” • 286, st. 2

CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER

“Jesus Paid It All” • 184, st. 1
John Glass, Associate Pastor

OFFERTORY

“There Is a Balm in Gilead” • African-American Spiritual / Kenneth Logan

CHILDREN’S STORY & PRAYER

John Glass, Associate Pastor

CARE FOR CUBA

Luis Fernando Ortiz, Director MDiv Program

SCRIPTURE READING

Psalm 103:8-12 NIV
Michael Zhang, Pioneer Member

WORSHIP IN MUSIC

“Go Down, Moses” • Spiritual / Kenneth Logan

MESSAGE

“God Has Great Plans for Your Past—Part 1: The Divine Eraser”
Shane Anderson, Lead Pastor

HYMN OF COMMITMENT

“Blessed Assurance, Jesus Is Mine!” • 462

CLOSING MUSIC

“O Lamb of God, Unspotted” • Carl Piutti

 

OPENING MUSIC

“On Forgiveness” (Melody: DETROIT, no. 299) • Kenneth Logan

WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP

John Glass, Associate Pastor

PRAISE

“Come, Christians, Join to Sing” • 10
“God Will Take Care of You” • 99, st. 1

CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER

John Glass, Associate Pastor

CARE FOR CUBA

Luis Fernando Ortiz, Director MDiv Program

WORSHIP IN MUSIC

“Go Down, Moses” • Spiritual / Kenneth Logan

OFFERTORY

“There Is a Balm in Gilead” • African-American Spiritual / Kenneth Logan

CHILDREN’S STORY & PRAYER

John Glass, Associate Pastor

PRAISE

“Lead Me To The Cross”
“I Surrender” • “I Surrender All”

SCRIPTURE READING

Psalm 103:8-12 NIV

MESSAGE

“God Has Great Plans for Your Past—Part 1: The Divine Eraser”
Shane Anderson, Lead Pastor

HYMN OF COMMITMENT

“Blessed Assurance, Jesus Is Mine!” • 462

CLOSING MUSIC

“O Lamb of God, Unspotted” • Carl Piutti

 

Offering for June 7, 2025

Pioneer Operating Budget

Author Melvin Santos Speaking: For many years gardening was often a challenge to us. It seemed like the vegetable plants we planted and cared for preferred to die! We never harvested anything. It was very disappointing. Every year, we would try again but with the same results.

Finally, after watching enough YouTube channels on how to garden successfully, we learned that you need to have the right soil, watering system, and care. So we followed the recommendations. For the first time, we were able to grow tomatoes, kale, and zucchinis. We were amazed to see such a big harvest. Gardening became one of our favorite hobbies in the summer!

One of the things we learned was to plant several dozen varieties of vegetables. Not just one kind! We wanted to produce enough crops so we could share with our neighbors. We were able to do just that this past summer.

The apostle Paul used farming terminology to convey the principles of giving. “But this I say: He who sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and he who sows bountifully will also reap bountifully” (2 Corinthians 9:6, NKJV). Likewise, remember that when we return our tithes and offerings, every time we give liberally, we are sowing bountifully so we can also reap bountifully. God will multiply the funds we give back to him. His miracles will abound! 

North American Division Stewardship Ministries

Adventist Seniors of Michiana Meeting June 8

Seniors 55 and up are invited to join the Adventist Seniors of Michiana meeting on Sunday, June 8, for a feast for the eyes as well as a good meal. Daniel Weber, Chair of the Department of Film and Communication at Andrews, will inspire and delight us with "Thousands of of Pictures, Thousands of Stories from around the world: Looking through the lens of a photographer”. Come with a dish to share at the potluck starting at 1:00 PM in the Village Church Fellowship Hall. Call Cheryl Doss at 269-277-0767 with any questions.

Iris Bloom Time

 The iris bloom time has started, the sign is out at 8875 Kephart Lane, Berrien Springs, come see and smell the many iris that will be blooming in the next few weeks. Share with your friends.

Something in Common Sabbath School

Something In Common Sabbath School presents The Five Love Languages DVD series.

  • June 7- Love Language Four: Acts of Service
  • June 14- Love Language Five: Physical Touch
  • June 21- Growing in Love

Everyone is welcome to join us in PMC Room 141 each Sabbath morning from 10:30 - 11:30 AM.

Lamson Hall Upgrades with Maranatha

From May 11–June 8, 2025, Maranatha Volunteers International will be working at Andrews University to update the Lamson Hall residential rooms and suite bathrooms. Please consider volunteering and letting your family and friends know of this opportunity. All individuals (including local) should sign up at the Maranatha website: https://maranatha.org/volunteer-opportunities/.