Pioneer Offices Closed  —  

for the July 4th holiday. Starting Thursday, July 2 at 12:00 P.M. through Friday. We will reopen on Monday, July 6.

 

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, January 20, 2024

More In This Series

OPENING MUSIC

“Andante Moderato” • Marcel Dupré

WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP

Bryan von Dorpowski, Head Elder

“GREATER GRACE”: A HYMN CYCLE

“Praise, My Soul, the King of Heaven” • 4, st. 1-2
“Marvelous Grace” • 109, st. 1-2“Amazing Grace” • 108, st. 1
“O, How I Love Jesus” • 248, st. 1-3, no chorus; mel. no. 108
“Amazing Grace” • 108, st. 2

CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER

“Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus” • 290, chorus only
Eli Rojas, Associate Director, NADEI

OFFERTORY

Religious Liberty: John Nay
“Marvelous Grace” • Daniel Towner

CHILDREN’S STORY & PRAYER

Bryan von Dorpowski, Head Elder

SCRIPTURE READING

I Peter 5:6-11 NIV
Jeniffer Ratulangi, AU Student

WORSHIP IN MUSIC

“Amazing Grace” • Craig Courtney

MESSAGE

“God Has Great Plans for Your Past—Part 2: Just Your Standard Restoration”
Shane Anderson, Lead Pastor

HYMN OF COMMITMENT

“Draw Me Nearer” • 306

CLOSING MUSIC

“God of Grace and God of Glory” • Paul Manz

 

OPENING MUSIC

“Andante Moderato” • Marcel Dupré

WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP

Bryan von Dorpowski, Head Elder

PRAISE

“He Lives” • 251
“Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus” • 290, chorus only

CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER

Esther Knott, Pioneer Elder

WORSHIP IN MUSIC

“Amazing Grace” • Craig Courtney

OFFERTORY

Religious Liberty: John Nay
“Marvelous Grace” • Daniel Towner

CHILDREN’S STORY & PRAYER

Bryan von Dorpowski, Head Elder

PRAISE

“Shout To The Lord”
“There’s None Like You”
“Because He Lives”

SCRIPTURE READING

I Peter 5:6-11 NIV

MESSAGE

“God Has Great Plans for Your Past—Part 2: Just Your Standard Restoration”
Shane Anderson, Lead Pastor

HYMN OF COMMITMENT

“Draw Me Nearer” • 306

CLOSING MUSIC

“God of Grace and God of Glory” • Paul Manz

 

Offering for July 4, 2026

Pioneer Operating Budget

Did you know that there are two countries in the North American Division of Seventh-day Adventists that celebrate their nationhood in the first week of the month of July? You guessed it right. They are Canada, on July 1, and the United States of America, on July 4. So, happy Canada Day to Canada and happy Independence Day to the United States of America!

Nationhood in the history of a country is a milestone of separation from another country’s rulership. This means that the country is free to lead and rule itself by its own government and laws.

Although these holidays are not like Easter or Christmas, for many citizens, they are a time to reflect on God’s goodness to us as a people. As members of the Judeo Christian faith, we are called to "Proclaim liberty throughout the land to all its inhabitants” (Leviticus 25:10, NIV) and to celebrate the gift of freedom from the bondage of sin. While we express gratitude to be able to live in a land of freedom, may we also look in faith to the future, and commit our lives to God and His will. May we bring our gifts in worship to the true God, who declares, “Blessed is the nation whose God is the
Lord” (Psalm 33:12, ESV). And may the coffers of our local church never be empty.

North American Division Stewardship Ministries

Sabbath School Lessons Overview of I & II Corinthians

Dr Erhard Gallos will present an overview of I & II Corinthians, third quarter Sabbath School lessons on July 11, 4:00-5:30 PM at the PMC Commons. All are welcome. Contact Melchizedek Ponniah at 269-876-7476 for information.

Register Now for Andrews Academy

Andrews Academy is now enrolling students in grades 9 - 12 for the 2026/2027 school year. We invite you to join the AA family! You will be blessed by what Andrews Academy has to offer. Students consistently score above state and national levels on standardized testing; they are involved in many spiritual and service activities throughout the school year. Our Seventh-day Adventist school’s mission is to inspire our students to think deeply, live fully, serve unselfishly and to honor God completely. School begins on August 19.Check-In day is August 13. Financial assistance may be available. Call 269-471-3138 for more information or visit https://www.andrews.edu/aa/ and click on “apply today”.

Something in Common Sabbath School

Relatable

In this six-session video Bible study (guide sold separately), Louie Giglio explores the fundamental question of what makes us relatable to others. He shows how God can change our perspective on relationships, give us greater purpose in dating and marriage, bring us peace in the midst of conflict, and help us restore relationships that seem broken beyond repair.

Begins June 20 at 10:30 AM in the Pioneer Commons. Everyone is welcome.

  • June 27 - “The Man/Woman in the Mirror”
  • July 4 - “A God to Call Father”
  • July 11 - “The Friend Everyone Longs for”
  • July 18 - “Becoming Someone vs. Finding Someone”
  • July 25 - “Handshake of Peace”
  • August 1 - “Bonus: Why Date?”
  • August 8 - “Bonus: Marriage with a Mission”