Wisemen From the East

The RMES Home & School Team is hosting a bike-a-thon / walk-a-thon fundraiser for Ruth Murdoch Elementary School on Sunday, October 22, 2023. 90% of the proceeds will go towards much needed capital improvements such as the carpet upgrade project and 10% will be used for future Home & School events. We pray this year’s fundraiser will exceed the $11,000 raised last year. Some students at RMES may not know many people in our community and will be looking for sponsors. If you are willing to sponsor one or more students, or if you would like to commit to a general donation for this event, please text “BIKE” to 269-281-2345 by Wednesday, October 16, 2024. Thank you!

Pioneer Operating Budget

We live in an age where some people may desire to be an “influencer.” An “influencer” is defined as “one who exerts influence: a person who inspires or guides the actions of others.”5 I recognize that I have been influenced to buy or desire things. For example, years ago in high school, there was a certain brand of shoes that all of the best runners wore, so I bought that brand of shoes. We all have the capacity to be influenced. A different way to look at the benefit of being an “influencer” is to ask, how can I influence the world around me for God? Jesus says in John 13:35, “By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another” (NIV). Our love can be shown in many different ways. It can be displayed in asking another church member how they are doing, and offering to help with anything they are struggling with if you are able to. Love can be shown in kind words and serving one another in ministry. Today’s offering is being collected for our local church budget. As you consider how you can love and influence the world around you, also consider your giving as an extension of that.

—North American Division Stewardship Ministries

Andrews University’s Alumni Homecoming Weekend is coming soon! A full weekend of activities will take place Sept. 26–29, 2024. Our traditional Friday events like the golf tournament and classic car show will return, but we hope you also enjoy several special features taking place this year in celebration of our 150th anniversary! These include the release of Meredith Jones Gray’s second volume on Andrews University’s history, “Forward in Faith,” as well as a “150 years of history” walk-through museum in Johnson Gym. Enjoy a variety of open houses and museums on Sabbath afternoon, then attend Saturday night’s supper for alumni, which returns with a “twist” in Johnson Gym. For details and a full schedule, visit our website at alumni.andrews.edu/homecoming. We hope to see you soon!

DivorceCare and DivorceCare for Kids(DC4K ages 5 to12)will be meeting from 9/18 to 12/18 in the 6th and 5th grade SS rooms from 6 to 8 PM each Weds evening.  We aim to provide a supportive environment for healing and growth for those dealing with the trauma and heartache that separation and divorce can bring for both children and adults. We are also looking for individuals interested in helping to lead our in DC4K. Text or call William Helbley @ 269-849-5432 if interested or register on divorcecare.com by searching for zip code 49103.