A Word From Our S̶p̶o̶n̶s̶o̶r̶ Namesake

In front of this church where graduation exercises transpire stands a bronze statue of the university namesake, John Nevins Andrews. The skilled work of sculptor Allan Collins, this replica of the Seventh-day Adventist church's first scholar and missionary is shaped with extended arm and hand pointing outward to a world beyond the church. For years now pinned to the wall of my study is this quotation from J. N. Andrews: "I know of but one way: find a field of labor, ask God to help, take off your coat, and pitch into the work." Read more

Under the Roof

Serving Students Today Who Will Serve Humanity Tomorrow

In the dynamic climate found in Michigan, a roof is a shelter. When leaks started showing up, we knew something had to be done about it. So please excuse our dust it takes about 6 months for nearly an acre of the roof to be laid down. Check out the project www.pmchurch.org/renovate. We are so glad that friends and family join are here this weekend to celebrate the faithfulness of our students to dream it and achieve it! Since this fall we have been sharing stories about the people and ministry that happen as a consequence of our gathering under the roof -–as a house of prayer for all people.
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Feature Announcement

Serve/Volunteer Opportunities

Renovate - Our first volunteer opportunity is helping to disassemble the pews in the sanctuary on May 6 - 7. Additional opportunities are available. Email (renovate@pmchurch.org).
Children's Sabbath Schools - As a university church, we disciple AU students helping in every Sabbath School. May through August, and December, we need substitute teachers and pianists. Experience God through the eyes of a child by making a Sabbath School small group part of your summer adventure this year. Sign up today: tinyurl.com/IcanHelpPMC
Traffic Team - Volunteers are needed to commit to one Sabbath a month to help with the flow of traffic during services, especially over the summer due to renovations. If interested or for more information, call, text, or email Derrill at 732.379.1300 or (legoh@andrews.edu).
Welcome Team - We are “renovating” our frontline ministry to welcome guests and members. Whether you can serve once a month, a quarter at a time, or in a leadership role you are welcome to come on board! Communicate your interest to Pastor José (jose.bourget@pmchurch.org).
Bible Work Coordinator - Do you have some experience giving Bible studies? Do you feel like God is looking for you to take the next step in your journey with evangelism? We're looking for someone to help coordinate Bible study interests. If you're open to hearing more, please contact Pastor Rodlie Ortiz (ortiz@pmchurch.org).
Grow Group Leaders - To register to lead a group go to www.pmchurch.org/grow and click “Lead a Summer Group.” Or for more information feel free to contact Pastor Rodlie Ortiz (ortiz@pmchurch.org) or Brianna Martin (brianna.martin@pmchurch.org). Leader registrations will remain open until May 3rd at noon.

Feature Announcement

"In Exile: Cadences of Home" Begins Next Sabbath

Because Pioneer is "in exile" from its familiar surroundings and spiritual home for the late spring and summer, our new worship/pulpit theme in the Howard Performing Arts Center will focus on what are called "diasporic morality tales"—dramatic Bible narratives of believers who lived "in exile" among those who did not believe. From these stories both familiar and unfamiliar, what lessons can we draw from their faithful though often conflicted lives? While we're renovating God's House this summer, let's continue to renovate our hearts for Him. Beginning May 11.