Volume 8 Issue 51 | December 21, 2022
Pioneer Pulpit
Upcoming Sermons: Worshiping Jesus – Dwight K. Nelson
December 24 – "The Most Glorious Worship of All"
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December 31 – "The Right Way to Start the New Year" – Rodlie Ortiz
Prayer Promise
"Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests."
Luke 2:14 NIV
Livestreaming Schedule
9:00 AM ET - Pioneer at Worship
11:45 AM ET - Pioneer at Worship
Offering
Schedule
Dec. 24: Michigan Advance Partners
Dec. 31: Camp Sagola Lodge
Fellowship Christmas Breakfast
December 24, 9:00 – 10:15 AM
Let’s gather before the main worship service for a Christmas breakfast potluck on Saturday morning, December 24 from 9:00 – 10:15 AM at the Pioneer Commons. Bring your favorite breakfast items. A – G – bread, muffin, or pastries; H – P – breakfast casserole or hot/cold cereal; Q – Z – fruits; Pioneer will provide hot and cold drinks and nuts.
Fellowship Dinner
There will not be a fellowship dinner at Pioneer this Sabbath, December 24.
Pioneer Services
You're invited to join us for our Christmas single service, at 11:45 AM on December 24. There will be no 9:00 AM service this week or on December 31.
Spring Grow Group Leaders Wanted!
Right now we’re looking for dedicated individuals who are excited to share their passions and grow their faith by leading small groups. Spring Grow Groups will meet on February 5 – September 29, 2023. If you’re interested in leading, please text LEAD to 269-281-2345 or visit pmchurch.org/grow. The deadline to register a group is January 15. Feel free to email growgroups@pmchurch.org with any questions.
Pioneer Office Hours
The Pioneer office will be closed on Friday & Monday – December 23 & 26, and Friday & Monday – December 30-January 2 for the holidays. We resume normal operating hours on December 27 and on January 3, 2023! Our regular office hours are 9:00 AM–12:00 PM and 1:00–5:00 PM (we are closed Friday afternoons). We wish you a safe and blessed holiday season!
2022 Pioneer Christmas Eve Service
December 24, 5:00 PM
Pioneer Sanctuary
Come to the Manger—You are invited to Pioneer’s annual Christmas Eve Service. Come to hear the Christmas story and sing Christmas carols as we close the Sabbath.
Update#2 for Renovate 2.0
Renovate 2.0 project & fundraising are as follows:
The Project:
- Construction begins on Tuesday, December 27.
- All church entrances will remain open for Sabbath services; however, the only entrance to the Youth Chapel will be the outside entrance closest to the Wellness Center.
- The small elevator at the awning entrance will not be in use starting December 27.
Fundraising:
- As of this week, you have generously contributed $309,738 including the second portion of a $100,000 matching grant. Thank You!
- Please remember Renovate 2.0 in your year-end giving.
Financial Gifts for 2022
Thank you for your charitable giving in 2022! Sabbath, December 31 will be the last worship service to return your tithes and offerings. If you wish to mail your donation, please ensure it is postmarked by December 31 to be included in your 2022 tax-deductible receipts. Online contributions for 2022 will be accepted until 11:59 PM EST, December 31.
Who Needs Christmas?
Saturdays, 10:30 – 11:30 AM
Pioneer Room 141
Something In Common Sabbath School presents the "Who Needs Christmas" video series with Andy Stanley. December 24 – We Do. The details of the Christmas story can seem unbelievable. So now, thousands of years after shepherds watched their flocks and wise men followed the star, you may ask, "Who needs Christmas?" Well, as it turns out, we all do. In the 3-part series, Andy Stanley shows us that the world needed Christmas, God needed Christmas, and we still need Christmas—but maybe not for the reason you think. Everyone is welcome.
Offering for December 24, 2022
Michigan Advance Partners
John 12:46 “I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness.” Have you ever stood close to a lighthouse? Or better yet, have you ever seen the powerful light that a lighthouse produces as it shines abroad? There’s nothing better than to see a lighthouse amid a storm. It provides a sense of assurance and hope.
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8655 University Blvd
Berrien Springs, MI 49103
United States
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