On Sunday, October 26, beginning at 9 am in Johnson Gym, 400 people will have the opportunity to help pack 7,000 bags for our Christmas Behind Bars event. Join us for this fast-paced, fun, and family-friendly event sponsored by Pioneer Memorial Church and Andrews University. Use this link to sign up: https://forms.gle/H9pHrvudPiex8yns5 (Your presence and invitation to others helps to support our strategic initiatives for PIONEER.)
God's Waiting Room
The Strategy of the Enemy to Stop You
Resources
Speaker
Rodlie OrtizRodlie Ortiz is on the pastoral team of Pioneer Memorial Church on the campus of Andrews University where he oversees evangelism and Grow Groups. He recently finished his Doctor of Ministry degree in Missional Leadership from Fuller Theological Seminary. He blogs regularly on modernekklesia.com and enjoys connecting with people that don't know God. He is married to Iveth, a special education teacher, and has two boys—Jonathan and Daniel.
Offering
Saturday, May 09, 2020
Program:
Opening Music
How Firm A Foundation • Kenneth Logan
Kenneth Logan, Minister of Music
Praise
Jesus Messiah • El Shaddai • Jesus at the Center of It All
Vocals: Melissa Gibson, Michael Gibson, Ryan Jarvis, Sinegugu Katenga; Joshua Goines, piano; L'Mar Hall, bass; Randall Ulangca, guitar
Prayer
Ruth and Eric Webster
Children’s Story
Craig Harris, Associate Youth Pastor, Michigan Conference
Children's Prayer
Mbaiwa Family
Mother's Day Poem
Adapted from "The Wide Spectrum of Mothering" by Amy Young
Scripture Reading
It Is Well With My Soul • John Weiss
John Weiss
Message
"God's Waiting Room: The Strategy of the Enemy To Stop You"
Rodlie Ortiz, Pioneer Associate Pastor
Closing Hymn
What A Friend We Have in Jesus • 499
Linda Sánchez
Closing Music
Lead On, O King Eternal • Henry Smart
Kenneth Logan, organ
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Help Pack 7,000 Bags for Christmas Behind Bars
Howard Center Presents: Reggie & Ladye Love Smith
Reggie and Ladye Love Smith are two of the world’s most sought-after vocalists. They have been performing as part of the award-winning “Gaither Gospel Series” which airs weekly on television networks all over North America and Europe. Reggie is currently a member of the Gaither Vocal Band and Lady is touring with the band as a soloist on their nationwide tours. With unending energy, plus a wealth of talent and a genuinely sweet spirit, this couple makes beautiful music wherever they go. Join us at the Howard Performing Arts Center on November 2, 2025 at 7:00 pm and enjoy an exceptional evening of Christian music. Please go to https://howard.andrews.edu to purchase your tickets or you can drop by the Howard Performing Arts Center on the campus of Andrews University, in person, to purchase your tickets.
Pizza and Parables
Pizza & Parables, Where faith meets flavor! Every Wednesday from 6:30–7:30 PM, high school students are invited for pizza, Bible study, and friends. Come hungry for both food and the Word! Meet in the Pioneer Youth Chapel.
Free 4D Ultrasound
The Lake Michigan College Sonography Program at the Benton Harbor campus is offering a free 4D Ultrasound for pregnant volunteers. Appointments are available on Tuesdays in October and November. Volunteers must be between 21 and 35 weeks at time of scan. This free opportunity helps to support the LMC sonography students.
House of Prayer
Pioneer Earlyteen Loft
Please join us for House of Prayer Wednesday evenings at 7pm in the Earliteen Loft for a time of singing, Bible study and prayer.