There will be a fellowship dinner this Sabbath following the second worship service, in the commons on the lower level. Visitors are welcome!
Pleading with Jesus
Life From the Eyes of a Young Father
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, October 01, 2022
More In This Series
OPENING MUSIC
“The Lord’s My Shepherd” • Searle Wright
WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP
John Glass, Associate Pastor
“MINDS, BODIES, HEARTS”: A HYMN CYCLE
“Love Divine, All Loves Excelling” • 191, st. 1, 3-4
“Great Is Thy Faithfulness” • 100, st. 1, 3
“My Faith Looks Up to Thee” • 517, st. 1-2
“We Praise Thee With Our Minds” • words no. 642, melody no. 250
CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER
“We Would See Jesus” • 494, st. 1
OFFERTORY
“Lord, Speak to Me, That I May Speak” • Kenneth Logan
CHILDREN’S STORY
Cassandra Gultom, Andrews Univ. Student
SCRIPTURE READING
William and Ariana Helbley, Pioneer Members
Philippians 4:8-9 NIV
WORSHIP IN MUSIC
”Be Thou My Vision” • Richard Walters
MESSAGE
“Pleading With Jesus: Life from the Eyes of a Young Father”
Rodlie Ortiz, Associate Pastor
HYMN OF COMMITMENT
“O Jesus, I Have Promised” • 331
BENEDICTION
CLOSING MUSIC
“Allegro Moderato” • Felix Mendelssohn
OPENING MUSIC
“The Lord’s My Shepherd” • Searle Wright
WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP
John Glass, Associate Pastor
PRAISE
“Oh, How I Love Jesus”
“Now, Dear Lord, As We Pray”
CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER
Kenneth Kelin, Pioneer Member
BABY DEDICATION
Emelia Raelene Beckford, presented by Andrea and Dane Beckford with Pastor John Glass
PRAISE
“All Creatures of Our God and King / Wonderful Words of Life”
“Does Jesus Care?”
OFFERTORY
“Lord, Speak to Me, That I May Speak” • Kenneth Logan
CHILDREN’S STORY
Cassandra Gultom, Andrews Univ. Student
WORSHIP IN MUSIC
”Be Thou My Vision” • Richard Walters
MESSAGE
“Pleading With Jesus: Life from the Eyes of a Young Father”
Rodlie Ortiz, Associate Pastor
HYMN OF COMMITMENT
“O Jesus, I Have Promised” • 331
BENEDICTION
CLOSING MUSIC
“Allegro Moderato” • Felix Mendelssohn
Fellowship Dinner
Pioneer Commons
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/.