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, May 18, 2024

OPENING MUSIC

“Praise to the Lord” • Martin Shaw

WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP

John Glass, Associate Pastor

“THE SON WHERE’ER THE SUN”: A HYMN FOCUS

“Jesus Shall Reign Where’er the Sun” • 227

CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER

“Sweet Hour of Prayer” • 478, st. 2
John Glass, Associate Pastor

OFFERTORY

“This Is My Father’s World” • Franklin Sheppard

CHILDREN’S STORY

Llona Chapman, Pioneer Member

SCRIPTURE READING

Isaiah 43:16-19 NIV
Dorcas Kilembe, Pioneer Member

WORSHIP IN MUSIC

“Jesus Remains My Joy” • Johann Sebastian Bach / Myra Hess

MESSAGE

“Nixing the Nazareth Factor”
Pastor Shane Anderson, Lead Pastor

HYMN OF COMMITMENT

“Crown Him With Many Crowns” • 223

CLOSING MUSIC

“Praise, My Soul, the King of Heaven” • Kenneth Logan

 

OPENING MUSIC

“Praise to the Lord” • Martin Shaw

WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP

John Glass, Associate Pastor

HYMN OF PRAISE

“This Is My Father’s World” • 92

CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER

“Sweet Hour of Prayer” • 478, st. 2

BAPTISM

Kendra Mosimbwa with Ben Martin

WORSHIP IN MUSIC

“Jesus Remains My Joy” • Johann Sebastian Bach / Myra Hess

OFFERTORY

“This Is My Father’s World” • Franklin Sheppard

CHILDREN STORY

Llona Chapman, Pioneer Member

SCRIPTURE READING

Isaiah 43:16-19 NIV
Dorcas Kilembe, Pioneer Member

PRAISE

“Holy Spirit” • “Famous For (I Believe)”

MESSAGE

“Nixing the Nazareth Factor”
Shane Anderson, Lead Pastor

HYMN OF COMMITMENT

“Crown Him With Many Crowns” • 223

CLOSING MUSIC

“Praise, My Soul, the King of Heaven” • Kenneth Logan

 

A British Winter's Night: Wind Symphony Winter Concert

A British Winter’s Night concert will be an evening of lively traditional British tunes and ballads.  From the popular Vaughan Williams Sea Songs and English Folk Song Suite, to the rousing tunes of the Irish Washerwoman and Country Gardens, this evening is sure to delight! The Andrews University Wind Symphony, under the direction of Denisse Santos-Gooden, will once again collaborate with the Southwestern Michigan College Brass Band under the direction of Mark Hollandsworth. The two ensembles will take the stage at the Howard Performing Arts Center on January 31, 2026 at 8:00 PM. Start off your new year with toe-tapping tunes and swaying sweet melodies! Tickets are available at howard.andrews.edu.

Standout Event

Andrews University invites homeschool and public high school students to attend Standout, taking place February 20–22. This event is designed to serve as a spiritual refueling experience for students who may not have regular access to Adventist revival programs or daily religious instruction. We invite you to learn more and register for this impactful weekend at: https://www.andrews.edu/splash/standout