Speaker

Maurice R. Valentine II

Offering

Saturday, August 05, 2023

OPENING MUSIC

“All Creatures of Our God and King” • Charles Callahan

WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP

Ben Martin, Associate Pastor

HYMN OF PRAISE

“Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee” • 12

CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER

“Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus” • 290, chorus only
Ben Martin, Associate Pastor

WORSHIP IN MUSIC

“The Ninety-First Psalm” • James MacDermid

OFFERTORY

“Put on Gladness, My Soul” • Johannes Brahms

CHILDREN’S STORY & PRAYER

Ben Martin, Associate Pastor

SCRIPTURE READING

Psalm 100 (King James Version)
Soulin Sisodia, Pioneer Member

HYMN OF PREPARATION

“I Love to Tell the Story” • 457, st. 1, 3

MESSAGE

“Time Machine – The Second Salute”
Maurice R. Valentine II, General Vice President
General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists

HYMN OF COMMITMENT

“Father, Lead Me Day by Day” • 482

BENEDICTION

 

CLOSING MUSIC

“Guide Me, O Thou Great Jehovah” • Kenneth Logan

 

OPENING MUSIC

“Rejoice, Ye Pure in Heart!” • Kenneth Logan

PROCESSIONAL

“Lift High the Cross” • Donald Busarow

HYMN OF PRAISE

“Rejoice, Ye Pure in Heart!” • 27

WORSHIP IN MUSIC

“Lift Up Your Heart” • Sally DeFord

SCRIPTURE

Psalm 100 (King James Version)
Janine Lim, Professor of Educational Technology

HYMN OF MEDITATION

“Be Thou My Vision” • 547

INTRODUCTION OF SPEAKER

John Wesley Taylor V, President

BACCALAUREATE SERMON

“Time Machine - The Third Salute”
Maurice R. Valentine II, General Vice President
General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists

HYMN OF COMMISSIONING

“Go Forth, Go Forth With Christ” • 377

BENEDICTION

Felix Cortez, Professor of New Testament

RECESSIONAL

“Dialogue” • Gilbert Martin

CLOSING MUSIC

“Guide Me, O Thou Great Jehovah” • Kenneth Logan

 

Howard Center Presents... Phil Keaggy

One of the most admired guitarists in music today, Phil Keaggy continues to delight audiences all over the US, performing primarily acoustic shows and occasional concerts with a band. Aware that God gave him a calling to deliver the Gospel through his music, Phil has been grateful to do just that for the last 40 years, and will hopefully continue to do so. Please go to https://howard.andrews.edu to purchase your tickets or you can drop by the Howard Performing Arts Center on the campus of Andrews University, in person, to purchase your tickets.

Howard Center Presents... Cerus Quartet

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. Please go to https://howard.andrews.edu to purchase your tickets; or you can drop by the Howard Performing Arts Center on the campus of Andrews University, in person, to purchase your tickets.

Offering for August 23, 2025

Michigan Advance Partners

Some think that asking for offerings needs to be a polished “sales pitch” to convince people to give or give more. There are two types of givers. One group says, “they give until it hurts!” and the other group says, “every time they give, it hurts!”

The apostle Paul says we should give “not out of necessity or grudgingly. For God loves a cheerful giver.” (2 Corinthians 9:7, NKJV). The Bible is clear about not making people feel guilty or obligated to give. Otherwise, they will give with an attitude that is not pleasing to God.

So how does one become a cheerful giver? The Bible tells us that our offerings must be given willingly and freely. This springs from the principle of love for Christ. As our love for God grows with the help of the Holy Spirit, we will want to share His love with other people so they, too, can learn of God’s love. This should prompt us to be giving a “love” offering or a “free will” offering that is not “urged” or “begged.”

When we do this, God will fill our hearts until they’re completely free of earthliness and blend with the divine. He removes selfish motives. Let’s give cheerfully, gladly, willingly, while being thankful that we advance God's kingdom in the world. 

North American Division Stewardship Ministries

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 PMC 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.

Looking for a Prayer Group to Join?

Join us for the Midweek House of Prayer, held online every Wednesday morning from 7:00 to 8:00 AM. We are currently studying the Gospel of Mark. Come and see how your contributions can benefit everyone in the group! The Zoom link is https://andrews.zoom.us/j/9889172131.

Fellowship Dinner
Pioneer Commons

 There will not be a fellowship dinner during the months of July and August, 2025.