Pastor

Shane Anderson

Shane Anderson has been the lead pastor of Pioneer Memorial Church on the campus of Andrews University since 2023.  His passions in ministry include helping others to know Christ personally, the study and sharing of Bible prophecy, and Christian apologetics.  He has written for a variety of publications both foreign and domestic (he is currently a columnist for the Adventist Review), and has written a book entitled, "How to Kill Adventist Education (and How to Give It a Fighting Chance!)."  He has presented frequently throughout North, Central, and South America and the Caribbean on such topics as the Three Angels Messages of Revelation 14, Adventist Education renewal, and church planting.  He and his wife Darlene have two daughters, Sierra and Ellie.

Offering

Saturday, July 15, 2023

More In This Series

07/22/2023
07/08/2023

OPENING MUSIC

“How Fair and how Pleasant art Thou” • Marcel Dupré
“I Come with Joy” • David Cherwien

WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP

John Glass, Associate Pastor

HYMN OF PRAISE

“Joy By and By” • 430

CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER

“Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus” • 290, chorus only
John Glass, Associate Pastor

WORSHIP IN MUSIC

“Be Thou My Vision” / “It Is Well With My Soul” • trad. Irish & Philip Bliss

OFFERTORY

“I Heard the Voice of Jesus Say” • Charles Callahan

CHILDREN’S STORY & PRAYER

Jess Swackhamer, Pioneer Member

SCRIPTURE READING

Matthew 28:18-20 NIV
Beryl Johnson-Bergmann, Pioneer Member

HYMN OF PREPARATION

“Jesus, the Very Thought of Thee” • 241, st. 1, 3, & 5

MESSAGE

“The Shot of a Lifetime: Joy in the Making”
Shane Anderson, Lead Pastor

HYMN OF COMMITMENT

“Watchman, Blow the Gospel Trumpet” • 368, st. 1, 2, & 4

BENEDICTION

Shane Anderson, Lead Pastor

CLOSING MUSIC

“Rejoice, Ye Pure in Heart” • Albert Travis

 

OPENING MUSIC

“How Fair and how Pleasant art Thou” • Marcel Dupré
“I Come with Joy” • David Cherwien

WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP

John Glass, Associate Pastor

PRAISE

“Praise Him! Praise Him!”
“Sweet, Sweet Spirit”

CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER

“Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus” • 290, chorus only
John Glass, Associate Pastor

WORSHIP IN MUSIC

“Be Thou My Vision” / “It Is Well With My Soul” • trad. Irish & Philip Bliss

OFFERTORY

“I Heard the Voice of Jesus Say” • Charles Callahan

CHILDREN’S STORY & PRAYER

Jess Swackhamer, Pioneer Member

SCRIPTURE READING

Matthew 28:18-20 NIV

PRAISE

“Joy”
“Everybody Ought To Know”

MESSAGE

“The Shot of a Lifetime: Joy in the Making”
Shane Anderson, Lead Pastor

SONG OF COMMITMENT

“Make Us One”

BLESSING

Shane Anderson, Lead Pastor

CLOSING MUSIC

“Rejoice, Ye Pure in Heart” • Albert Travis

 

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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