Nov
18
November 18, 2020

A Pandemic Thanksgiving—Are You Serious!

Somewhere in the Bible, it is commanded, “Give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” 

Does that include the pandemic that pins this planet and nation down this Thanksgiving?

As far as I can tell, the command does not indicate an exclusion clause. Though let's be quick to recognize this is not a command to “give thanks for all circumstances”—it is a command to “give thanks in all circumstances.”

Feed the Need

Update: We invite you to take part in Feed the Need, Pioneer’s annual food collection coordinated by our Evergreen Pathfinder Club. Please bring non-perishable food to church on Sabbath, November 20 through the main blue awning entrance to be received by our Pathfinders. If you know of a family in the area who needs food for Thanksgiving, you may call the office at 269-471-6565. Please provide their full name and complete home address when you call. Thank you for your generosity.

Thank You!

Thank you for the prayers, visits, and food brought to our home during Hazel's declining health. Our hearts were touched by the love, friendship and compassion demonstrated by our Church family.

Nov
4
November 4, 2020

While We Wait . . .

Here are three pithy word pictures for our brooding, as we seek to preoccupy ourselves with that which is not electoral:

A portrait from the Word of God:

“The voice of the LORD is over the waters; the God glory thunders, the LORD thunders over the mighty waters.” (Psalm 29:3)

A poem from Sir William Watson:

He sits above the clang and dust of Time,
With the world's secret trembling on his lip.
He asks not converse or companionship
In the cold starlight where thou canst not climb.

Oct
28
October 28, 2020

Before We Vote (or Is It After?)

Let me be an echo chamber for a moment—there hasn’t been an election like this in modern memory. So they tell us. And who could disagree? By some estimates, 69 million early voters have already exercised their prized right. That represents over half of the total votes cast in the 2016 presidential election! And Election Day is still a week off. Go figure.

Oct
21
October 21, 2020

Bridge Over Troubled Water

"When you're weary, feeling small—when tears are in your eyes, I will dry them all—I’m on your side, when times get rough—and friends just can't be found—like a bridge over troubled water—I will lay me down.”

ASAP Ministries 25th Anniversary Celebration

ASAP Ministries invites you to "God's Legacy of Love," a special event celebrating 25 years of mission starting on Friday October 23. For more information regarding speakers, the location, program scheduling, and Zoom and livestreaming options, visit:
asapministries.org or call 269-471-3026.

 

AMEN Virtual Conference

Does your heartbeat with a desire to share Christ? Do you wish you felt more comfortable and knew how to share Christ effectively with your patients? The AMEN Conference is for you!  

If you desire to have a deeper relationship with Christ so that you can be even more effective in leading your patients to reach out in faith to the Christ that you love so deeply, be sure to attend the 2020 AMEN Conference, “Touch of Faith” brought to you virtually October 29 – November 1, 2020. 

Update on Youth and Earliteen Sabbath Schools

The Pioneer Youth will now meet weekly in the Youth Chapel, and the Earliteens will meet in the Teen Loft.

Speech & Hearing Clinic

The Andres University Speech & Hearing Clinic is now offering comprehensive hearing evaluations at the School of Communication Sciences and Disorders.These appointments are open for all ages, those on campus, and all community as well. If you have concerns regarding your hearing or are willing to give an hour of your time so that our students can practice their testing skills, please contact our department to schedule your screening at 269-471-3468 or email speech@andrews.edu. A licensed audiologist will supervise all testing.

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