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

OPENING MUSIC

"The Gift of Love" • Janet Linker

WELCOME & PRAYER

Hans Miranda Chávez, Associate Pastor

"GIFTS OF GOD, SERVICE TO OTHERS"—A HYMN CYCLE

"Joyful, Joyful" • 12, st. 1, 2"God, Whose Giving Knows No Ending" • words 636, st. 1, mel. 12
"Fruitful Trees, the Spirit's Sowing" • words 414, mel. 191
"Come, All Christians, Be Committed" • words 634, st. 1, mel. 191

CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER

"Love Divine, All Loves Excelling" • 191, st. 1
Antonio Gomes Jr., Andrews University Student

WORSHIP IN MUSIC

"Soon Ah Will Be Done" • William L. Dawson

OFFERTORY

"Put on Gladness, My Soul" • Johannes Brahms

CHILDREN'S STORY

Emily Rodgers, Andrews University Student

SCRIPTURE READING

Acts 2:42-47 NIV
Thiago Fiuza, Pioneer Member

WORSHIP IN MUSIC

"God Is Our Refuge" • Allen Pote

MESSAGE

"ChurchWorks—Part 5: A Taste of Heaven"
Shane Anderson, Lead Pastor

HYMN OF COMMITMENT

"When We All Get to Heaven" • 633, st. 1, 3, 4

CLOSING MUSIC

"Praise, My Soul, the King of Heaven" • John Goss

 

OPENING MUSIC

"The Gift of Love" • Janet Linker

WELCOME & PRAYER

Hans Miranda Chávez, Associate Pastor

"GIFTS OF GOD, SERVICE TO OTHERS"—A HYMN CYCLE

"Joyful, Joyful" • 12, st. 1, 2"God, Whose Giving Knows No Ending" • words 636, st. 1, mel. 12
"Fruitful Trees, the Spirit's Sowing" • words 414, mel. 191
"Come, All Christians, Be Committed" • words 634, st. 1, mel. 191

CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER

"Love Divine, All Loves Excelling" • 191, st. 1
Antonio Gomes Jr., Andrews University Student

WORSHIP IN MUSIC

"Soon Ah Will Be Done" • William L. Dawson

OFFERTORY

"Put on Gladness, My Soul" • Johannes Brahms

CHILDREN'S STORY

Emily Rodgers, Andrews University Student

PRAISE

"Friend of God" • " Worthy" • " Make Me a Servant"

SCRIPTURE READING

Acts 2:42-47 NIV
Sarah Ayaz, Andrews Academy Student

WORSHIP IN MUSIC

"God Is Our Refuge" • Allen Pote

MESSAGE

"ChurchWorks—Part 5: A Taste of Heaven"
Shane Anderson, Lead Pastor

HYMN OF COMMITMENT

"When We All Get to Heaven" • 633, st. 1, 4

CLOSING MUSIC

"Praise, My Soul, the King of Heaven" • John Goss

 

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