Toolbox for Life: Skills You Need to Thrive

How Community Strengthens Your Mental Health

Speaker

Lindsey Pratt

Lindsey Pratt was called to youth ministry at an early age and God has opened doors for her to minster with teens and youth ever since. She worked in Central California as a Youth Pastor and Youth Evangelism Director before finishing her Masters of Divinity at Andrews University. Some of her favorite things to do are mission trips, backpacking and outdoor activities. She is passionate about giving opportunity for youth to use their talents and gifts in leadership for God. She loves racing in triathlons, camping and spending time with her daughter Ellie.

Offering

OPENING MUSIC

“Every Time I Feel The Spirit” • Adolphus Hailstork

WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP

Rodlie Ortiz, Associate Pastor

HYMN OF PRAISE

“Jesus Shall Reign Where’er the Sun” • 227*
“Open The Eyes of My Heart”**

CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER

“Spirit of the Living God” • 672
“Lord I Need You”**

WORSHIP IN MUSIC

“The Lord Is My Light” • Frances Allitsen

CHILDREN’S STORY

Rogelio Paquini, Pioneer Member
“Adoration” • Florence Price

SCRIPTURE

Jorge Cardenas, Pioneer Member
Romans 12:9-18 NIV

HYMN OF PREPARATION*

“Leaning on the Everlasting Arms” • 469, st. 1 & 3

PRAISE**

“I Need Thee Every Hour”
“Hymn of Heaven”

MESSAGE

“Toolbox for Life: Skills You Need to Thrive— How Community Strengthens Your Mental Health”
Lindsey Pratt, Associate Pastor

HYMN OF COMMITMENT

“Blest Be the Tie That Binds” • 350

BENEDICTION

 

CLOSING MUSIC

“Improvisation on ‘We Shall Overcome’” • Carl Haywood

 

Howard Center Presents... Cerus Quartet

Cerus Quartet - Fischoff Competition Winners September 28, 2025, 7:00 PM. $20 General Seating, $10 Students, $5 Children < 5yrs Cerus Quartet is dedicated to showcasing the dynamic and versatile sound of the saxophone quartet. They champion both new music and timeless repertoire. With a repertoire spanning contemporary compositions and transcriptions of classical masterworks, the quartet seeks to establish the saxophone quartet as a leading voice in 21st century classical music. Among many other awards, the quartet has recently received the Gold Medal in the 2025 Fischoff Chamber Music Competition. 

Something in Common Sabbath School

Overcoming Emotions that Destroy - a DVD series with Chip Ingram 

We all struggle with angry feelings, brought on by tension, pressure, and the blocked goals and frustrations of day-to-day life. The broken and stressed relationships that result from these feelings can overwhelm us. But there is hope. With the right help, you too can overcome those emotions that destroy. Everyone is welcome to join us each Sabbath through October 11.  We meet in Pioneer Board Room.

Calling All Families: Sabbath Delight Challenge

Pioneer Children and Family Discipleship is excited to embark on a special journey of intentionally experiencing the delight of the Sabbath during the 2025-2026 school year. Please sign up for occasional notices about Pioneer-sponsored Sabbath Delight events as well as ideas for things you and your family can do to cultivate a deeper appreciation for Sabbath. We will also look forward to hearing from you about what you and your family are doing each week to call the Sabbath a delight. All are welcome. To sign up for the challenge, please text SABBATH to 269-281-2345.

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