Pastor

Taurus Montgomery

Taurus Montgomery is the pastor of Pioneer’s Benton Harbor Outreach, Harbor of Hope. Having grown up in the southern inner city of Mobile, Alabama, Taurus is familiar with the struggles and challenges facing urban youth today.

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Offering

Saturday, May 28, 2022

Livestream Archive available on Facebook

OPENING MUSIC

“Leaning on the Everlasting Arms” • Anthony Showalter / Carl Strommen

WELCOME

Ben Martin, Associate Pastor

PROCESSIONAL

“Trumpet Tune” • David Johnson

CALL TO WORSHIP

Audrey Simpson

INVOCATION

Andressa Gomes De Sousa, RMES Student

PRAISE

“Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)”
“What a Beautiful Name”

CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER

Ellis Chun & Eric Kacelenga

WORSHIP IN MUSIC

“Sinfonia” • Georg Telemann / R. Matthews

BAPTISM

David Beatty with Ben Martin

CALL FOR CHILDREN’S OFFERING

Sarah Ayaz, RMES Student

CHILDREN’S STORY

“I Want to Walk as a Child of the Light” • Wayne Wold
Story: Dylan Bergmann, RMES Student

SCRIPTURE READING

Lauren Sahly
Jeremiah 29:11

WORSHIP IN MUSIC

“All Things Bright and Beautiful” • John Rutter
Ruth Murdoch Elementary School Choir, Marcelo Martins, director; Shari Lyons, conductor

MESSAGE

Ben Martin, Associate Pastor

HYMN OF COMMITMENT

“Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing” • 334

RECESSIONAL

“Guide Me, O Thou Great Jehovah” • Paul Manz

CLOSING MUSIC

“Allegro maestoso e vivace” • Felix Mendelssohn

 

OPENING MUSIC

“Praise God, From Whom All Blessings Flow” attr. H. Purcell

PROCESSIONAL

“Christ for the World” • Kenneth Logan

WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP

Kleber Gonçalves
Parent of Nichollas Gonçalves

PRAISE

“He’s Able” • “Wait On You” • “It Is Well”

PRAYER

Jose Diaz
Parent of Joseph Diaz

OFFERING

Lemon Family
Family of Christopher Lemon

OFFERTORY

“Crown Him With Many Crowns • A. Sherman
Andrews Academy Resound, Marcelo Martins, Director

SCRIPTURE READING

Gordon Thorpe
Parent of Gwendolyn Thorpe
I Peter 4:10-11, NIV

WORSHIP IN MUSIC

“Help Us To Love” • T. Kelly

SERMON

Edward Woods, III
Parent of Megan Woods

SERMON RESPONSE

“More Than Anything” • L. Campbell
Andrews Academy Praise Team

BENEDICTION

Carol Woolford-Hunt
Parent of Samantha Woolford-Hunt

PRAYER RESPONSE

“The Lord Bless You” • 669

RECESSIONAL

“Guide Me, O Thou Great Jehovah” • P. Manz

CLOSING VOLUNTARY

“Choral Song” • S. Wesley

 

Fellowship Dinner
Pioneer Commons

 There will be a fellowship dinner this Sabbath following the second worship service, in the commons on the lower level. Visitors are welcome!

Celebration of Life

You are invited to join in the Celebration of Life for Emilie Oosterwal-Tilstra. The gathering will be Sun, June 1, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at Stark Heritage Chapel in Berrien Springs

Offering for May 31, 2025

Pioneer Operating Budget

When God liberated the Israelites from Egypt, He instructed them to dedicate a tithe of their belongings to the sanctuary's service. This was a distinct contribution designated for a specific purpose. The tithe was reserved for supporting those who served in the sanctuary. It was to be collected from the increase of all growth, and together with gifts and offerings, it furnished resources to sustain the gospel's ministry at that time. Today, God expects from us no less. His blessings to us are not diminished, but rather greater, than they were for the Israelites. His kingdom continues to need funds and resources. The tithe is set aside to those who are directly involved in gospel ministries such as ministers, teachers, missionaries, and Bible workers.

Offerings, on the other hand, are used for the operational cost of the church and various ministries. The great commission to “Go and make disciples” and tell people about the love of God must be carried forward. God has made substantial provision for this task through tithes and offerings. He intends that the gospel ministry IS fully funded. He considers the tithe as His own, and it should always be viewed as a sacred reserve. Today, let’s fulfill the gospel commission to “Go and make disciples” by funding it with the Lord’s money.

North American Division Stewardship Ministries

Iris Bloom Time

 The iris bloom time has started, the sign is out at 8875 Kephart Lane, Berrien Springs, come see and smell the many iris that will be blooming in the next few weeks. Share with your friends.

Something in Common Sabbath School

Something In Common Sabbath School presents The Five Love Languages DVD series.

  • May 31- Love Language Three: Receiving Gifts
  • June 7- Love Language Four: Acts of Service
  • June 14- Love Language Five: Physical Touch
  • June 21- Growing in Love

Everyone is welcome to join us in PMC Room 141 each Sabbath morning from 10:30 - 11:30 AM.

Widow and Widowers Bird Watching Brunch
11356 S Lake Chapin Rd, Berrien Springs, MI 49103

We are inviting all widows and widowers to join us for a nature walk at 9:00 AM, June 1, at the home of Dave and Terri Village. We will also be having a vegetarian potluck and a birdwatching presentation with boat rides to follow. We hope to see you there! 
 

Music Camp at Pioneer!

The Institute of Young Musicians for Christ is excited to be having a music camp at Pioneer Memorial Church! At our music camps young people ages 6-17 are offered an immersive, week-long musical experience. Our quality musical training—combined with fun, friends, and faith-building encounters— provides a truly incredible opportunity. The camp offers tracks for children 6-12 with or without musical experience and a track for teenagers with significant musical experience. To learn more and register, visit iymcsda.org/michigan. We hope to see you there!

Lamson Hall Upgrades with Maranatha

From May 11–June 8, 2025, Maranatha Volunteers International will be working at Andrews University to update the Lamson Hall residential rooms and suite bathrooms. Please consider volunteering and letting your family and friends know of this opportunity. All individuals (including local) should sign up at the Maranatha website: https://maranatha.org/volunteer-opportunities/.