OPENING MUSIC
”Christ, He is My Life” • Johann Pachelbel
WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP
Philip & Vida Giddings, Pioneer Elders
CHORAL CALL TO WORSHIP
“I Sing the Mighty Power of God” • Benjamin Harlan
HYMN OF WORSHIP
“Love Divine, All Loves Excelling” • 191, st. 1, 3, 4
CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER
Suzanne Wein, Pioneer Member
“What a Friend We Have in Jesus” • 499, st. 2
WORSHIP IN MUSIC
“He Loves Us More / More Than Wonderful” • Michael Speck
OFFERTORY
“Come, Thou Long Expected Jesus” • Paul Manz
CHILDREN STORY
Brennan Katsuren, Andrews University Graduate
VEC REPORT
Rick Jones & Maureen Raj, VEC Co-Chairs
SCRIPTURE READING
1 Kings 22:34-38 NIV
Kudzani Mbaiwa, RMES Student
HYMN OF PREPARATION
“Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing” • 334
MESSAGE
“God and Ahab”
John Glass, Associate Pastor
HYMN OF RESPONSE
“Jesus! What a Friend for Sinners” • 187
CLOSING MUSIC
“Sing Praise to God Who Reigns Above” • Paul Laubengayer
OPENING MUSIC
”Christ, He is My Life” • Johann Pachelbel
WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP
Philip & Vida Giddings, Pioneer Elders
PRAISE
“When The Roll Is Called Up Yonder”“Jerusalem” • “Holy Spirit Rain Down”
CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER
Joe Francisco, Pioneer Member
WORSHIP IN MUSIC
“No One Ever Cared For Me Like Jesus” • F. Weigle / Carlos Lugo
VEC REPORT
Rick Jones & Maureen Raj, VEC Co-Chairs
OFFERTORY
“Come, Thou Long Expected Jesus” • Paul Manz
CHILDREN STORY
Brennan Katsuren, Andrews University Graduate
SCRIPTURE READING
1 Kings 22:34-38 NIV
Kudzani Mbaiwa, RMES Student
PRAISE
“Come In” • “Worthy Of It All” • “I Can Only Imagine”
MESSAGE
“God and Ahab”
John Glass, Associate Pastor
HYMN OF RESPONSE
“Jesus! What a Friend for Sinners” • 187
CLOSING MUSIC
“Sing Praise to God Who Reigns Above” • Paul Laubengayer
Offering for May 16, 2026
Pioneer Operating Budget
Our churches should be sanctuaries, places of safety, not only in their physical structure but also in their psychological and spiritual atmosphere. Every person who enters, whether a regular attendee or a visitor, should feel genuinely welcomed and valued. We must be careful not to judge or criticize others based on appearances or perceived shortcomings. The church is not a place for the perfect—it is a hospital for sinners in need of healing and grace. Kathryn Davis, host of the Magnify podcast and seminary teacher, reminds us that “hiding our imperfections or harshly judging ourselves or others for those imperfections can be [harmful] to our mental health.”1
Jesus Himself faced criticism for spending time with sinners. His response was clear: “It is not the healthy who need a doctor, but the sick. I have not come to call the righteous, but sinners” (Mark 2:17, NIV).
As a church, our mission is to reflect Christ’s love and create a space where people can grow in faith without fear of rejection. Jesus was patient and kind, while Satan, the “accuser of the brethren,” seeks to bring shame and make us feel unworthy. Yet, Jesus reassures us, just as He did the woman condemned by the Pharisees: “Neither do I condemn you; go and sin no
more” (John 8:11, NKJV).
As we return our offerings today, let us also recommit to supporting a church that embodies Christ’s love—a safe and welcoming home for all.
1 https://www.ldsliving.com/how-to-make-our-church-communities-the-safest-place-to-make mistakes/s/11798
—North American Division Stewardship Ministries
Something in Common Sabbath School
Join us for the “Love Like You Mean It” Series! Sessions will be held in the Pioneer Commons each Sabbath morning from 10:30 to 11:30. Everyone is welcome!
- March 28: Session One - Everything Minus Love = Nothing
- April 11: Session Two - Love is Patient
- April 18: Session Three - Love is Kind
- April 25: Session Four - Love is Humble
- May 2: Session Five - Love is Generous
- May 9: Session Six - Love is Easy Going
- May 23: Session Seven - Love is Virtuous
- May 30: Session Eight - Love is Honest
- June 6: Session Nine - Love is Tenacious
- June 13: Session Ten - Love Never Fails