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
Driving Desire: A Tale of Two Mothers
Saturday, November 05, 2022
More In This Series
OPENING MUSIC
“Voluntary on the Doxology” • attr. Henry Purcell
WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP
Lindsey Pratt, Associate Pastor
“IT IS WELL WITH MY SOUL”: A HYMN FOCUS
“It Is Well With My Soul” • 530, st. 1
“It Is Well With My Soul” • C. Moklebust
“It Is Well With My Soul” • 530, st. 2-3
CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER
Debbie Michel, Pioneer Elder
“Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus” • refrain only of 290
INTRODUCTION OF GUEST SPEAKER
Dwight K. Nelson
OFFERTORY
“Allegro” • Henry Heron
CHILDREN’S STORY
Richard Aguilera, Pioneer Member
SCRIPTURE READING
Ashley and Lucy Press, Pioneer Members
Psalm 73:25–26 NIV
WORSHIP IN MUSIC
“A Call to Celebration” • David Angerman
MESSAGE
“Driving Desire: A Tale of Two Mothers”
Silvia Bacchiocchi
HYMN OF COMMITMENT
“Take the World, But Give Me Jesus” words no. 329, st. 2-4; melody no. 191
BENEDICTION
CLOSING MUSIC
“Those Are Blessed Who Live in Unswerving Faith” • Johannes Brahms
OPENING MUSIC
“Voluntary on the Doxology” • attr. Henry Purcell
WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP
Lindsey Pratt, Associate Pastor
PRAISE
“When We All Get To Heaven”
“I Love You Lord”
CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER
Debbie Michel, Pioneer Elder
ORDINATION OF DEACONS
Jenifer Daley, Associate Pastor
WORSHIP IN MUSIC
“It Is Well With My Soul” • C. Moklebust
INTRODUCTION OF GUEST SPEAKER
Dwight K. Nelson
OFFERTORY
“A Call to Celebration” • David Angerman
CHILDREN’S STORY
Richard Aguilera, Pioneer Member
PRAISE
“Trading My Sorrows"
“Doxology”
MESSAGE
“Driving Desire: A Tale of Two Mothers”
Silvia Bacchiocchi
HYMN OF COMMITMENT
“Take the World, But Give Me Jesus” words no. 329, st. 2-4; melody no. 191
BLESSING
CLOSING MUSIC
“Those Are Blessed Who Live in Unswerving Faith” • Johannes Brahms
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/.