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 17, 2026

OPENING MUSIC

"O God, Our Help in Ages Past" • arr. Roger Wilson & Edwin Childs

WELCOME & PRAYER

Daniel Biaggi, Associate Pastor

OPENING HYMN

"All Creatures of Our God and King" • 2
"Great is Thy Faithfulness" • 100

CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER

"Nearer, Still Nearer" • 301, st. 1
Daniel Biaggi, Associate Pastor

PRAYER RESPONSE

"Amen"

OFFERTORY

Ronald Knott, Pioneer Elder
“Jesus, What a Friend for Sinners” • arr. Dale Wood

CHILDREN'S STORY

Daniel Biaggi, Associate Pastor

SCRIPTURE READING

Cindy Hill, Pioneer Member
Romans 12:18 NIV

WORSHIP IN MUSIC

“All Things New” • Elaine Hagenberg

MESSAGE

"Clarity in Chaos: Staying Spiritually Focused in a Politically Confusing World"
Shane Anderson, Lead Pastor

HYMN OF COMMITMENT

"The Lord in Zion Reigneth" • 7

BENEDICTION

Shane Anderson, Lead Pastor

CLOSING MUSIC

"Fanfare on ‘In Christ Alone’" • arr. Jeff Perks

 

OPENING MUSIC

"O God, Our Help in Ages Past" • arr. Roger Wilson & Edwin Childs

WELCOME & PRAYER

Daniel Biaggi, Associate Pastor

OPENING SONG

"Great is Thy Faithfulness" • 100

CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER

"Nearer, Still Nearer" • 301, st. 1
Daniel Biaggi, Associate Pastor

WORSHIP IN MUSIC

“All Things New” • Elaine Hagenberg

OFFERTORY

Ronald Knott, Pioneer Elder
"Fanfare on ‘In Christ Alone’" • arr. Jeff Perks

CHILDREN'S STORY

Daniel Biaggi, Associate Pastor

PRAISE

"I Have Decided" • "Reckless Love"
"I Surrender All" • "In Christ Alone"
"Trust and Obey" • 590, st. 1, 4, 5 and refrain
"I Can Only Imagine"

SCRIPTURE READING

Cindy Hill, Pioneer Member
Romans 12:18 NIV

MESSAGE

"Clarity in Chaos: Staying Spiritually Focused in a Politically Confusing World"
Shane Anderson, Lead Pastor

HYMN OF COMMITMENT

"The Lord in Zion Reigneth" • 7

BLESSING

Shane Anderson, Lead Pastor

CLOSING MUSIC

“O God, Our Help in Ages Past” • arr. Edwin Childs

 

Offering for May 2, 2026

Pioneer Operating Budget

In 1987, Northwest Airlines Flight 225 tragically crashed shortly after takeoff, resulting in the loss of 155 lives. Miraculously, a four-year-old girl named Cecelia was the sole survivor. Investigations revealed that during the plane's descent, Cecelia's mother, Paula Chican, unbuckled her own seatbelt, knelt in front of her daughter, and wrapped her arms and body around Cecelia to shield her from the impact. This selfless act of maternal love protected Cecelia, demonstrating the profound lengths to which a parent's love can go.

Oh my, the love of a mother, this is what God is telling us today, “Can a mother forget the baby at her breast and have no compassion on the child she has borne? Though she may forget, I will not forget you!” (Isaiah 49:15,
NIV). The local church should be a place where people feel that kind of love.

John 13:35 says, “By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.”

As we celebrate Mother’s Day next week, let’s return our tithes and offerings with grateful hearts knowing that Christ’s love is even greater than the love of a mother. Let’s worship God today, and may we love Christ
deeply as we appreciate our mothers.

North American Division Stewardship Ministries

Young Adult Mission Trip in Peru!

Maranatha Volunteers International invites young adults, ages 18-28, to join Catalyst, a service experience for their age group. Build a church for the Calapuja Adventist Church, operate medical clinics, and lead VBS programs. Learn more at Maranatha.org/volunteer or call 916-774-7700

ZOOM IN! Summer Camp 2026

 ZOOM IN! to God’s Amazing World at The Crayon Box Summer Camp, running June 1–August 20, 2026. Children entering Kindergarten through age 12 will enjoy a summer filled with nature, science, creativity, teamwork, and play as they explore how God’s hand is at work all around them. Each themed week encourages campers to notice the small wonders, big ideas, and amazing details of God’s creation. Located on the beautiful campus of Andrews University, The Crayon Box offers a safe, joyful, faith-centered place for children to spend their summer vacation with on-campus adventures, campus field trips, and visits from zoo and wildlife educators. Enrollment is open now at andrews.edu/services/crayonbox/summercamp. Space is limited. Forms are due May 18, 2026.