Church Offices Closed  —  

for the Columbus Day holiday on Monday October 13.

 

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, October 26, 2024

More In This Series

OPENING MUSIC

"Fanfare and Hymn of Celebration" • Paul Lavender

WELCOME & PRAYER

John Glass, Associate Pastor

"SHELTER IN S TORM"— A HYMN CYCLE

"A Mighty Fortress Is Our God" • 506, st. 1, 2
"The Lord's Our Rock" • 528, st. 1, 3
"Standing on the Promises" • 518, st. 1, 2

CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER

"The Lord's Our Rock" • 528, st. 4
John Glass, Associate Pastor

WORSHIP IN MUSIC

"Variations on a Shaped Note Tune" • Johnnie Vinson

OFFERTORY

"Wayfaring Stranger" • Christopher Nelson

CHILDREN'S STORY

John Glass, Associate Pastor

SCRIPTURE READING

Psalm 82:1-4 NIV
Laurence Habenicht, Pioneer Member

HYMN OF PREPARATION

"O God, Our Help" • 103, st. 1, 2

MESSAGE

"The Christian and Politics—Part 2: Unintended Consequences"
Shane Anderson, Lead Pastor

HYMN OF COMMITMENT

"Will Your Anchor Hold?" • 534, st. 1, 2

BENEDICTION

Shane Anderson, Lead Pastor

CLOSING MUSIC

"Master, the Tempest Is Raging!" • Horatio Palmer

 

OPENING MUSIC

"Fanfare and Hymn of Celebration" • Paul Lavender

WELCOME & PRAYER

John Glass, Associate Pastor

PRAISE

"Praise Him, Praise Him" • "Sanctuary"

CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER

John Glass, Associate Pastor

WORSHIP IN MUSIC

"Variations on a Shaped Note Tune" • Johnnie Vinson

OFFERTORY

"Wayfaring Stranger" • Christopher Nelson

CHILDREN'S STORY

John Glass, Associate Pastor

SCRIPTURE READING

Psalm 82:1-4 NIV

PRAISE

"He Is Exalted" • "Agnus Dei" • "Holy Forever" • "Total Praise"

MESSAGE

"The Christian and Politics—Part 2: Unintended Consequences"
Shane Anderson, Lead Pastor

HYMN OF COMMITMENT

"My Hope Is Built on Nothing Less" • 522

BLESSING

Shane Anderson, Lead Pastor

CLOSING MUSIC

"Master, the Tempest Is Raging!" • Horatio Palmer

 

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.

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

Help Pack 7,000 Bags for Christmas Behind Bars

On Sunday, October 26, beginning at 9 am in Johnson Gym, 400 people will have the opportunity to help pack 7,000 bags for our Christmas Behind Bars event. Join us for this fast-paced, fun, and family-friendly event sponsored by Pioneer Memorial Church and Andrews University. Use this link to sign up: https://forms.gle/H9pHrvudPiex8yns5 (Your presence and invitation to others helps to support our strategic initiatives for PIONEER.) 

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