Speaker

Lindsey Pratt

Lindsey Pratt was called to youth ministry at an early age and God has opened doors for her to minster with teens and youth ever since. She worked in Central California as a Youth Pastor and Youth Evangelism Director before finishing her Masters of Divinity at Andrews University. Some of her favorite things to do are mission trips, backpacking and outdoor activities. She is passionate about giving opportunity for youth to use their talents and gifts in leadership for God. She loves racing in triathlons, camping and spending time with her daughter Ellie.

Offering

Saturday, May 17, 2025

OPENING MUSIC

"Be Still, My Soul, for God Is Near" • David Johnson

WELCOME & PRAYER

John Glass, Associate Pastor

HYMN OF PRAISE

"Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing" • 334

CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER

"I Want Jesus to Walk With Me" • 624, st. 1
Marilyn Butler, Pioneer Member

WORSHIP IN MUSIC

"Andante Molto" • Clara Schumann

OFFERTORY

"We Walk by Faith, and Not by Sight" • James Biery

CHILDREN'S STORY

Rebecca Kelln, Pioneer Member

PIONEER LIFE

Andrews Academy Spotlight

SCRIPTURE READING

Isaiah 41:10 NIV
Margaret Howell, Pioneer Member

HYMN OF PREPARATION

"O Master, Let Me Walk With Thee" • 574, st. 1, 3a, 4b

MESSAGE

"He's Closer Than You Think"
Lindsey Pratt, Associate Pastor

HYMN OF COMMITMENT

"He Lives" • 251. st. 1, 2

CLOSING MUSIC

"Be Thou My Vision" • trad. Irish melody

 

OPENING MUSIC

"Be Still, My Soul, for God Is Near" • David Johnson

WELCOME & PRAYER

John Glass, Associate Pastor

PRAISE

"Good, Good Father"

CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER

"I Want Jesus to Walk With Me" • 624, st. 1
Marilyn Butler, Pioneer Member

BAPTISM

Enzo Fernando Bacchiocchi and Gianna Sofia Bacchiocchi with Fernando Canale

WORSHIP IN MUSIC

"Andante Molto" • Clara Schumann

OFFERTORY

"We Walk by Faith, and Not by Sight" • James Biery

CHILDREN'S STORY

Rebecca Kelln, Pioneer Member

WORSHIP IN MUSIC

"Crown Him!" • D. Forrest

PIONEER LIFE

Andrews Academy Spotlight

SCRIPTURE READING

Isaiah 41:10 NIV
Cora Prouty, Ruth Murdoch Student

PRAISE

"Holy Forever" • "Our God"

MESSAGE

"He's Closer Than You Think"
Lindsey Pratt, Associate Pastor

SONG OF COMMITMENT

"He Lives" • 251. st. 1, 2

CLOSING MUSIC

"Be Thou My Vision" • trad. Irish melody

 

With This in Mind...

 Not everyone who acts inappropriately, harshly, or indifferently is “out to get you” or intends to cause emotional harm. Many people carry silent burdens, and some are unaware of the struggles they face. Often, what we perceive as personal offense is the expression of someone else’s unresolved inner conflict. This is why it is so important to approach one another with kindness, compassion, and without judgment. Be gentle—you never know what someone is going through. One day, you’ll need that same grace shown to you. ( See Titus 3: 2, Ephesians 4:2)

Adventist Seniors of Michiana August 10 Meeting
Andrews Grove Pavilion

 Calling all seniors aged 55+ to the annual Adventist Seniors of Michiana Corn Roast to be held Sunday, August 10 at 1 PM in the Andrews Grove Pavilion. Bring a dish to share, enjoy the corn provided, and learn who will be our new officers for next year.  Early registration for the 2025-2026 membership year will be available. Despite inflation dues remain at $20 per person.  Call Cheryl Doss with any questions 269-277-0767.

Offering for August 2, 2025

Pioneer Operating Budget

Birthdays were always a special and happy occasion in our home. When it is one of the sibling’s birthdays, we give all our kids gifts to enjoy, not just the celebrant. But when it was our birthday, our children would draw pictures and color them expressing their creativity and love for us. They didn’t have the money to purchase gifts or nice Hallmark cards. Yet when they presented them to us, we cherished those handmade cards more than all the commercial cards produced by Hallmark. Why? Because they were our children’s expression of love from the heart.

It’s hard not to express this love without giving a gift. Likewise, every offering gift should be measured by the unfathomable Gift of heaven. The greatest offering one could make would then appear as nothing in comparison. “How vain the endeavor to measure with mathematical rules, time, money, and love against a love and sacrifice that is measureless and incomputable!" (Testimonies for the Church, Vol.4, p.119). If we can catch a glimpse of just how much God loves us, we would faint. All self-interest and selfish motives will disappear, we will be lost in awe and wonder. It would spur us to shower our Lord with more gifts and with praise and thanksgiving.

North American Division Stewardship Ministries

Register Now for Andrews Academy

Andrews Academy is now enrolling students in grades 9 - 12 for the 2025/2026 school year. We invite you to join the AA family! You will be blessed by what Andrews Academy has to offer. Students consistently score above state and national levels on standardized testing, they are involved in many spiritual and service activities throughout the school year. Our Seventh-day Adventist school’s mission is to inspire our students to think deeply, live fully, serve unselfishly and to honor God completely. School begins August 18. Registration day is August 13. Financial assistance may be available. Call 269-471-3138 for more information or visit https://www.andrews.edu/aa/ and click on “apply today”. 

Help Us Welcome New Students

Many new faces will soon join us as they begin their academic journey at Andrews University. We are preparing to welcome them with our traditional Welcome Picnic on Sabbath, August 23. You can support Belong by signing up to be a table host, preparing food, becoming a general volunteer—or all of the above! Text the word “PICNIC” to 269-281-2345

Looking for a Prayer Group to Join?

Join us for the Midweek House of Prayer, held online every Wednesday morning from 7:00 to 8:00 AM. We are currently studying the Gospel of Mark. Come and see how your contributions can benefit everyone in the group! The Zoom link is https://andrews.zoom.us/j/9889172131.

Something in Common Sabbath School

Better Decisions/ Fewer Regrets video series by Andy Stanley continues

  • July 19–The The Conscience Question
  • July 26–The Maturity Question
  • August 2–The Relationship Question

Everyone is welcome in PMC Boardroom off of the Fellowship Commons Room from 10:30-11:30 AM on Sabbath.

Fellowship Dinner
Pioneer Commons

 There will not be a fellowship dinner during the months of July and August, 2025.