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, September 30, 2023

OPENING MUSIC

“Fantasia in G Minor” • Johann Sebastian Bach

WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP

José Bourget, Lead Chaplain, Andrews University (BA ‘03, MDiv ‘20)

HYMNS OF PRAISE

“Holy, Holy, Holy”
“Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee”

CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER

“Lead On, O King Eternal” • 619, st. 1
Donald Bedney (MDiv ’90, MS ’91)

HYMN OF PRAISE

“My Jesus, I Love Thee” • 321, st. 1, 4

OFFERTORY

Fugue on “O There’ll Be Joy When the Work Is Done” • Kenneth Logan

CHILDREN’S STORY & PRAYER

Kayla Goodman, MDiv student

SCRIPTURE READING

1 Corinthians. 2:6-9 NIV
David Faehner, (MA ’72)

WORSHIP IN MUSIC

“I Have Fixed My Mind” • David Huntsinger

MESSAGE

“I Can Only Imagine”
Shane Anderson, Lead Pastor (MDiv ’99, DMin ‘17)

SONG OF RESPONSE

“I Can Only Imagine”

CLOSING MUSIC

“We Have This Hope” • Wayne Hooper / Kenneth Logan

 

OPENING MUSIC

“Fantasia in G Minor” • Johann Sebastian Bach

WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP

José Bourget, Lead Chaplain, Andrews University (BA ‘03, MDiv ‘20)

HYMNS OF PRAISE

“Holy, Holy, Holy”
“Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee”

CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER

Donald Bedney (MDiv ’90, MS ’91)

HYMN OF PRAISE

“My Jesus, I Love Thee” • 321, st. 1, 4

WORSHIP IN MUSIC

“I Have Fixed My Mind” • David Huntsinger

OFFERTORY

Fugue on “O There’ll Be Joy When the Work Is Done” • Kenneth Logan

CHILDREN’S STORY & PRAYER

Kayla Goodman, MDiv student

PRAISE

“He Is Exalted”

SCRIPTURE READING

1 Corinthians. 2:6-9 NIV
David Faehner, (MA ’72)

PRAISE

“Holy Spirit, Rain Down”

MESSAGE

“I Can Only Imagine”
Shane Anderson, Lead Pastor (MDiv ’99, DMin ‘17)

SONG OF RESPONSE

“I Can Only Imagine”

CLOSING MUSIC

“We Have This Hope” • Wayne Hooper / Kenneth Logan

 

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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