Rachel Barton Pine, a renowned violinist, suffered a life-altering accident in 1995 when she was severely injured in a train accident, resulting in the loss of her left leg and significant damage to her right foot. Through resilience and determination Pine has overcome her challenges and has become an acclaimed American concert violinist whose infectious joy and passion transforms an audiences’ experience of classical music as they listen to her play. She has performed with the world’s foremost orchestras both locally and internationally and is a leading interpreter of the great classical masterworks. Please join us on November 23, 2025 at 7:00 PM at the Howard Performing Arts Center for a heart-warming concert by Rachel Barton Pine.
A 20:21 Mission for a 2021 Movement
The Main Ingredient: ‘So I Am Sending You’
Resources
Speaker
Chase WilderChase J. Wilder is a Junior Theology and Sociology Major from Ann Arbor, Michigan. His goal in life is to be an Evangelist, working to bring souls to Christ for the purpose of them finding entrance in the kingdom of heaven.
Offering
Saturday, January 30, 2021
More In This Series
Opening Music
"O for The Flame of Living Fire" • Kenneth Logan
Kenneth Logan, Minister of Music, Pioneer Memorial Church
Welcome & Call to Worship
Aya Pagunsan & Alyssa Henriquez
"Holy Spirit: Fire and Wind": A Hymn Cycle
"Come, Thou Almighty King"—SDAH 71, st. 1-3 • "O for That Flame of Living Fire"—SDAH 264 • "Breathe on Me, Breath of God"—SDAH 265, st 1-3 | Adoniah Simon, Andrews University student; Kenneth Logan, Minister of Music, organ
Welcome
Kyara Samuels, AUSA President
Congregational Prayer
Dongchan Kim, AUSA Executive Vice President
Children's Story & Prayer
Story: TJ Hunter and Courtney Saunders; Prayer: Eirik
Scripture Reading
Ben Lee, AUSA Parliamentarian
Introduction to Speaker
Mike Cuke, Former AUSA RVP
Worship in Music
"All We Ask" • Donnie McClurkin
Caryn Cruz, Carolina Cruz, Ashley Yabut, vocals; Willian Dos Reis, piano
Message
"A 20:21 Mission for a 2021 Movement: The Main Ingredient: ' So I Am Sending You'"
Chase Wilder, AUSA Religious President
Connect Card
Hymn of Commitment
"Hover O'oer Me Holy Spirit" • SDAH 260
Benediction
Daniel Self, AUSA Student Movement Editor-In-Chief
Closing Music
"Come, God, Creator, Holy Spirit" • Johann Sebastian Bach
Kenneth Logan, organ
Welcome
Kyara Samuels, AUSA President
Pioneer Life
Grow Groups
Rodlie Ortiz, Associate Pastor
with Noah Koliadko and Noelle Koliadko
Call to Worship & Prayer
Aya Pagunsan & Alyssa Henriquez
Praise
"Reign Above It All" • "Worthy Of It All"
Sydney St. Jean, Carolina Cruz, Adoniah Simon, HeeYun Oh, vocals; Nathaniel Chung, keyboard;
Jake Knowlton, guitar; Theard Pierre, bass; David Dunham, cajon
Congregational Prayer
Dongchan Kim, AUSA Executive Vice President
Praise
"Jesus Paid It All"
Children Story
Story: TJ Hunter and Courtney Saunders; Prayer: Eirik
Scripture Reading
Ben Lee, AUSA Parliamentarian
John 3:5-7
Introduction to Speaker
Michael Cuke, Former AUSA RVP
Praise
"All We Ask" • Donnie McClurkin
Caryn Cruz, Carolina Cruz, Ashley Yabut, vocals; William Dos Reis, piano
Message
"A 20:21 Mission for a 2021 Movement: The Main Ingredient: ' So I Am Sending You'"
Chase Wilder, AUSA Religious Vice President
Connect Card
Closing Song
"Pass Me Not"
Benediction
Daniel Self, AUSA Student Movement Editor-In-Chief
Closing Music
"Come, God Creator, Holy Spirit" • Johann Sebastian Bach
Kenneth Logan, organ
Howard Center Presents...Rachel Barton Pine
Adventist Seniors of Michiana (ASM) Meeting
Let’s dig into autumn with our ASM meeting on Sunday, November 9, 1:00-3:00 PM. We look forward to hearing from Randy Younkers with an update on the Noah’s Ark archeological site in Turkey. CHANGE IN VENUE: We will be meeting in the Pioneer Memorial Church Commons. All seniors aged 55+ are welcome. Bring your favorite potluck dish to share. For further information, contact Christine Rorabeck at 734-904-2001.
Katherine Smith Celebration of Life
We are saddened to share that Katherine Smith, 95, passed away on August 8, 2025, in Mesa, AZ, from complications of Alzheimer's. A former Associate Dean of Women and Pioneer Memorial Church co-Head Elder, she was a fixture in the Berrien Springs community for over 50 years. An informal Celebration of Life will be held at the Pioneer Memorial Church Commons on Saturday, November 8, 2025, from 5-7 PM. Please join us as we share fond memories and fellowship together while enjoying a light supper. Share your favorite memory with Susie at livrefou@hotmail.com. In lieu of flowers, please contribute to Neighbor to Neighbor at https://www.n2nhelps.com.
Pioneer Children's Activity Bags
We are grateful that so many families enjoy using the children's activity bags during services. To help maintain this ministry and manage costs, please return the bags and all items inside after each use. We also ask that the contents be handled with care so they remain in good condition for others to enjoy. Thank you for helping us keep this resource available and welcoming for all our children.
Andrews Academy - Penny Arcade
Andrews Academy invites all seventh and eighth graders to Penny Arcade, Saturday night Nov. 8, 2025. This is a fun evening of games, activities & food; all for just pennies. Get to know Andrews Academy students better as you and your seventh & eighth grade friends enjoy Penny Arcade from 7 - 9 PM. Due to costs, we can only open this to 7th & 8th graders & Andrews Academy students, this is not open to siblings and families. Parents can drop your child off at 7:45 PM and pick them up at 9 pm. If you have any questions please contact the school at 269-471-3138.
Adopt-a-Student
Looking for a simple way to bless a student this semester? Consider adopting one! Whether you’re a family or an individual, you can offer warmth, encouragement, and a sense of home to a student who’s far from theirs. Together, we can help students thrive! Reach out to learn how you can adopt a student and make a real difference. Contact Mari Bowerman at belong@pmchurch.org
Something in Common Sabbath School
Starting Point video series with Andy Stanley: Everything has a beginning. Every person, every idea, every journey starts somewhere. Whether it's one small step in a new direction or a major event, from that point forward nothing is ever the same. It's not always comfortable. It's not always easy. But it's a start. This 8-part series ends December 6, 2025. Everyone is welcome. PMC Boardroom. 10:30-11:30 Sabbath mornings.
Adventist Youth Music Association Stage One Registration
The Adventist Youth Music Association (AYMA) is a collaboration among Adventist universities and colleges to create a space for young musicians to develop their abilities. Registration is now open for this years program. AYMA is looking to host both solo performance adjudication and an elite ensemble music making experience. All high school musicians connected with an Adventist church or academy are invited to submit video recordings by November 9 for adjudication. Participants from stage one with high ratings will be invited to join the summer ensemble experience. Learn more at: andrews.edu/cas/music/ayma/
RMES Food Fair & Cultural Showcase
The Ruth Murdoch Elementary School Food Fair and Cultural Showcase will be held Sunday, November 9, from noon to 3:00 PM. Proceeded benefit the RMES Worthy Student Fund. Explore many delicious dishes from around the world, enjoy live performances, and immerse yourself in diverse cultures while supporting a great cause! Please bring cash or check. Bring your family and friends for an afternoon of food, fun, and cultural celebration!
Sunday Music Series: Junqi Sophie Tang
Join us on Sunday, November 16, 2025 at 4:00 PM for a violin concert at the Howard Performing Arts Center. Junqi Sophie Tang, Assistant Professor of Music at Western Michigan University and has previously served on the violin faculty of the University of Toledo School of Music, and was invited to serve on a distinguished panel of judges for the 2022 New York Laureate International Music Competition and 2021 Hong Kong International Violin Competition & Chamber Music Competition. She is the founder and artistic director of the Hantong International Summer Music Festival as well as the music director of the Cincinnati Music and Arts Society. She has been a First Prize winner in the 2021 Golden State International Music Competition, 2019 Hong Kong International Music Festival, and an excellence in performance award at the 2016 Schoenfeld International String Competition. This is a FREE concert.
