The midweek update from the Pioneer Memorial Church
No Images? Click here
VOLUME 2 ISSUE 23
Pastor's Blog
Months ago (it seems like years now, doesn’t it?) when Ben Carson announced his candidacy for the Republican nomination for President, the North American Division of Seventh-day Adventists released the following statement: “While individual church members are free to support or oppose any candidate for office as they see fit, it is crucial that the Church as an institution remain neutral on all candidates for office. Care should be taken that the pulpit and all church property remain a neutral space when it comes to elections. Church employees must also exercise extreme care not to express views in their denominational capacity about any candidate for office, including Dr. Carson” (NAD/Michigan Conference email 5-4-15). The fact that Dr. Carson is a practicing Seventh-day Adventist no doubt necessitated this official ecclesiastical pronouncement. ...read more
by Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor
Feature Announcement
Summer GROW Groups are here! Take this opportunity to invite friends from church, your neighborhood, or work to join you while connecting with God in a safe and fun environment. There is a GROW group for everyone!
Feature Announcement
Volunteers and donations needed. Please bring your donations to the Ruth Murdoch school gymnasium starting May 29. Donated items may include clothing, shoes, books, toys, kitchenware, arts and crafts, lawn care, furniture, appliances, and much more! For questions call 269.471.3220.
Church Offering
This Sabbath, June 11, the church offering goes to fund the World Budget.