Backpacks for Berrien will be collecting single-serve, non-parishable food items for Berrien Springs school children in need throughout the month of December. Please see the collection bins and needs lists in The Commons and inside the entrance to the office. Thank you for your help!
The Answer
Set Your Phone to Silent—Hearing God’s Call
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, July 31, 2021
More In This Series
Opening Music
“Meditation on ‘Brother James’s Air’” • Harold Darke
Joshua Goines, organ
Welcome, Call to Worship & Prayer
Lindsey Pratt, Associate Pastor
Hymn Cycle
"Stand Up! Stand Up for Jesus!"—SDAH 618, st. 1, 3 • "Jesus Calls Us; O'er the Tumult"—SDAH 285 • "Lord, Speak to Me"—SDAH 541
Congregational Prayer
Deb Montcalm, Pioneer Member
Pioneer Life
Children's Story & Prayer
Story: Janet Ledesma, Prayer: Ariana
Scripture Reading
Matthew 11:28-30 NIV
Andrea Gibbs, Pioneer Elder
Worship in Music
"I Can Hear the Savior Calling", Darian Krimm / Joseph Martin
Leanne Miller, soprano; Joshua Goines, piano
Message
"The Answer: Set Your Phone to Silent—Hearing God's Call"
Rodlie Ortiz, Associate Pastor
Connect Card
Hymn of Response
"Dear Lord and Father of Us All" • words 480 alt., melody 481, st. 1-2, 4-5
Benediction
Lindsey Pratt, Associate Pastor
Closing Music
“Great Day” • Adolphus Hailstork
Joshua Goines, organ
Opening Music
“Meditation on ‘Brother James’s Air’” • Harold Darke
Joshua Goines, organ
Welcome, Call to Worship & Prayer
Lindsey Pratt, Associate Pastor, Pioneer Memorial Church
Praise
"To God Be The Glory"
Joshua Goines, piano; Zachary Schnepp, cajon; Jamison Moore, cello; Jason Marquez, clarinet
Congregational Prayer
Deb Montcalm, Pioneer Member
Pioneer Life
Worship in Music
"I Can Hear the Savior Calling" • Darian Krimm / Joseph Martin
Leanne Miller, soprano; Joshua Goines, piano
Children's Story & Prayer
Story: Janet Ledesma; Prayer: Ariana
Praise
"God So Loved" • "What A Beautiful Name"
Scripture Reading
Matthew 11:28-30 NIV
Message
"The Answer: Set Your Phone to Silent—Hearing God's Call"
Rodlie Ortiz, Associate Pastor
Connect Card
Closing Song
"'Tis So Sweet To Trust In Jesus"
Blessing
Lindsey Pratt, Associate Pastor, Pioneer Memorial Church
Closing Music
“Great Day” • Adolphus Hailstork
Joshua Goines, organ
Backpacks for Berrien Food Collection
Pioneer 2024 Contribution Statements
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Spanish Sabbath School Class
Sabbath School is the perfect setting to rediscover the power of Bible study and prayer. In one of the most diverse campuses in the nation, we aspire to allow all our church members, students, and guests to study and learn in their language. To further this, we are establishing the Spanish Sabbath School Class so all our Spanish-speaking brothers and sisters can join us in learning together in our weekly Sabbath School. With that, please grab your Spanish sabbath school lesson and join us starting Sabbath, January 4, 2025.
150th Anniversary Commemorative Blanket Available
Looking for a luxurious and thoughtful Christmas gift? These limited-edition, 100% wool blankets are crafted from the wool of the sheep raised at the AU Agriculture Education Center to commemorate the 150th anniversary of Andrews University. Made at
Mountain Meadow Wool Mill with natural, undyed wool, these high-quality blankets are perfect for family, friends, or anyone who values something special and meaningful. With only 45 still available, they’re truly one-of-a-kind! To learn more, go to the Made at Andrews store (www.madeatandrews.com) and search for "Logo blanket."
Something in Common Sabbath School
Something in Common Sabbath School presents "Marriage Oneness" by Tim Lundy and Robert Lewis
- December 28 - Sexual Intimacy and Marriage Oneness
- January 4 - Roles, Responsibilities and Marriage Oneness
- January 11 - Family, Friends and Marriage Oneness
Everyone is welcome each Sabbath at 10:30-11:30 in Pioneer Room 141.
Care for Cuba
A group of students from Andrews University are preparing to embark on a life-changing mission in March of 2025. They will engage in evangelism, health care, and community outreach in Cuba. This mission trip has been going on for 11 years, and the impact has been tremendous, thanks to your help. Would you support this mission once again by donating right here in your church or give at www.careforcuba.org/donate? Thank you for your prayers as they prepare to send off students to serve and share Jesus!