Church Offices Closed  —  

for the Columbus Day holiday on Monday October 13.

 

Speaker

Esther R. Knott

Offering

Saturday, June 29, 2024

OPENING MUSIC

”All Things Bright and Beautiful” • Lani Smith
“Praise to the Lord” • J. Walther / M. Reger / G. Merkel

WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP

Bryan von Dorpowski, Elder

HYMN OF PRAISE

“Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee” • 12

CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER

Christiane & Dorothea Gallos, Pioneer Members

WORSHIP IN MUSIC

“The Morning Trumpet” • Benjamin White / Ovid Young

VEC REPORT

Rick Jones & Maureen Raj, VEC Co-Chairs

INTRODUCTION OF NEW PIONEER PASTOR

Shane Anderson with Hans & Cass Miranda-Chavez

OFFERTORY

“I Want to Walk As a Child of the Light” • Wayne Wold

CHILDREN STORY

Esther R. Knott, Pioneer Member

SCRIPTURE READING

Matt. 28:18-20 NIV
Kris Sisodia, Pioneer Member

HYMN OF COMMITMENT

“Lord, Speak to Me” • 541, st. 1, 2

MESSAGE

“Contagious: Stay Away or Come Closer”
Esther R. Knott, Associate Director, NAD Ministerial Department

SONG OF COMMITMENT

“Shine, Jesus, Shine”

CLOSING MUSIC

“Fugue on the name ‘Alain’” • Maurice Duruflé

 

OPENING MUSIC

”All Things Bright and Beautiful” • Lani Smith
“Praise to the Lord” • J. Walther / M. Reger / G. Merkel

WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP

Bryan von Dorpowski, Elder

HYMN OF PRAISE

“Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee” • 12

CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER

Heather Crews, Pioneer Member

WORSHIP IN MUSIC

“The Morning Trumpet” • Benjamin White / Ovid Young

VEC REPORT

Rick Jones & Maureen Raj, VEC Co-Chairs

INTRODUCTION OF NEW PIONEER PASTOR

Shane Anderson with Hans & Cass Miranda-Chavez

OFFERTORY

“I Want to Walk As a Child of the Light” • Wayne Wold

CHILDREN STORY

Esther R. Knott, Pioneer Member

SCRIPTURE READING

Matt. 28:18-20 NIV • Kris Sisodia, Pioneer Member

PRAISE

“His Mercy Is More” • “ Just As I Am” • “Goodness of God”

MESSAGE

“Contagious: Stay Away or Come Closer”
Esther R. Knott, Associate Director, NAD Ministerial Department

SONG OF COMMITMENT

“Shine, Jesus, Shine”

CLOSING MUSIC

“Fugue on the name ‘Alain’” • Maurice Duruflé

 

VEC First Reading

Enci Chen - BCAF Deacon 
Vivian Fiuza - Photographer 
Carl Hygrant - Deacon 
Eunice Lee - BCAF Head Deaconess 
Miriam Morgan-Skinner - RMES Board Member 
Renette Protecop-Prentice - RMES Board Member

Caring Hearts and Woman's Ministries Seminar

Did you lose something? Or someone?  Come hear Frank Hasel, from the Biblical Research Institute, share his story of loss on October 25 at 6 PM at the AFM Training Center, Morgan Hall. 10652 Rangeline Road, Berrien Springs. Refreshments will be served after the presentation, and books will be available for purchase (cash only). Sponsored by Caring Hearts and Pioneer Women's Ministries.

With This in Mind...

 Though painful and disruptive, loss is an inevitable part of life. The AU family has experienced recent losses, and many are still feeling the emotional impact. Grief is a long process. During this period of mourning, you may notice changes in appetite, sleep, mood or concentration—these are normal grief responses. Be gentle with yourself and others, and take time to care for your well-being. Healing takes time, and support is available if your struggle feels overwhelming. Remember, connection remains important even after the memorials have passed. Call 269-471-3470 for your support.  Matt. 5:4: “Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted."

Follow Me A Weekend of Discipleship

What does it really mean to follow Jesus?

This weekend, we’ll explore the heart of discipleship—what it truly means to walk with Jesus through life’s highs and lows. Through the ups and downs that define student life today—academic stress, identity questions, friendships, family tension, and digital noise—we’ll explore what following Christ really looks like. Not in theory, but in real life. In your life.

Jesus said, “Follow Me.” That’s more than a call—it’s a collision with everything else competing for your attention. It’s not about perfect performance or polished faith. It’s a radical invitation to walk with Jesus wherever He leads, no matter the cost. And it will cost you. Comfort. Control. Maybe even popularity. But what you gain is far greater—life with the King, purpose that doesn't fade, and hope that holds in every storm.

The question is not just, “Is He calling?”
The question is: How will you respond?

Please join Pioneer and GYC for a special weekend series October 24 and 25 to learn more.

Church Offices Closed

Church offices will be closed for the Columbus Day Holiday on Monday October 13.

Graduate and Young Professionals Sabbath School

 We are launching our Graduate/Young Professional Sabbath School on October 18th. The class will be held in the Student Center's leadership lab. If you have any questions contact Chaplain Jacob Gibbs.

Andrews Academy Alumni Weekend October 17 & 18

Andrews Academy invites you to ALUMNI WEEKEND, October 17-19, 2025. Come and reunite with your AA family. Remember the defining moments of your past and reconnect with old friends. We look forward to seeing all of you once again at our Alumni Reunion! (All are invited, this year’s honored classes end in 5 and 0). 

 

AA Freshman Class Fundraiser

Please, support the AA Freshman class by ordering pupusas and more by October 17th. Pupusas freeze well! Order for future dinners!!!

Annual Hayride

 The Family Life Committee invites our church family to the Annual Hayride at Five Pines Ministries. Come enjoy hayrides through the woods, a bonfire with s'mores, warm food, and even warmer fellowship. Sunday, October 12, 5-7 PM, 6597 Smith Rd in Berrien Center. Join us for this fun, autumn tradition!

Announcing Honduras mission trip

Do you love serving children? If so please prayerfully consider joining the  Pioneer Youth Mission team of college students and church members. We will be serving at the Hogar de Niños in Honduras from January 2-12, 2026. Question, contact Scott Schalk or Glenn Russell at glenn@andrews.edu

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