Prayer Promise

Here and Now

Jacob Gibbs

To be known in the Bible is not always a compliment. We can think of King Ahab, for example—who unwisely married Jezebel, who constantly went after the ways of his rebellious fathers, and who said to the godliest man alive, “You troubler of Israel.” He gave his ear to the evil one, and he listened to the devil’s lies as he framed Elijah as the cause of all Israel’s calamities. Soon the whole royal court and beyond believed the narrative that Elijah was the reason for the disastrous drought. 

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Request to Sabbath School Class Teacher/Coordinator

If you are a teacher/coordinator of a Sabbath School class that meets outside the Pioneer sanctuary, you are requested to inform your name, location and meeting time. This information will help to create a master list to assist visitors and members. Please email your response to Melchizedek Ponniah at melponniah@gmail.com.

Communion Service—March 22

On Sabbath March 22, we will celebrate the Communion service together during both the 9:00 and 11:45 AM services. Pastor Shane's message is entitled, "A Loaf, a Cup, and a Guarantee." 

Something in Common Sabbath School

Sabbath Mornings  •  10:30–11:30 AM
Pioneer Room 141

Everyone is welcome to join us for "The Best Question Ever?" by Andy Stanley begins on Sabbath, February 15. Can a Simple Question Foolproof Your Life? When it comes to sorting out the complexities of life, only wisdom can reveal the best path. Let’s face it—we’ve all made some pretty dumb decisions in our lives. For most of us, there are chapters in the past we would like to rewrite...

March 15 – "A Little Help From Our Friends" 
March 22 – "The Best Decision Ever"

Pioneering Through the Decades: Andrews University Historical Sketches

March 12  •  6:15–8:15 PM
Seminary Chapel

You are invited to learn more about how God has led the development of Andrews University from early education to the founding of Battle Creek College in 1874 and beyond. Noted historians and presenters, including George Knight, Gilbert Valentine and other Andrews faculty, will explore related themes during three nights of historical sketches.

Sabbath School Lesson Overview
for Second Quarter

March 22  •  4:00–5:30 PM
Pioneer Commons

Dr. Roy Gane will present the major themes and concepts included in the second quarter's Sabbath School lessons: Allusions, Images, Symbols: How to Study Bible Prophecy. This overview is scheduled for March 22, 4:00-5:30 PM and will meet in the Pioneer Commons. All are welcome. For further information, please contact  Melchizedek Ponniah at melponniah@gmail or call 269.876.7476.

Upcoming Events

MARCH
12 – Pioneering Through the Decades: Andrews University Historical Sketches
22 – Communion Service
22 – Sabbath School Lesson Overview for Second Quarter

APRIL
6 – Howard Series Presents: Phil Keaggy
20 – Howard Series Presents: Carla Trynchuk & Elena Braslavsky

Fellowship Dinner

There will be a fellowship dinner following the second worship service in the commons on the lower level. Visitors are welcome!

Offering for March 15, 2025

Pioneer Operating Budget

When Joseph Leek died, he left nearly $1.8 million to an organization that provided guide dogs for the blind. Nothing unusual there. Except that nobody, not even his own family, had any idea that he had that kind of money. The 90-year-old lived like a pauper, according to his daughters. He watched television at a neighbor's house to save on electricity, put off home repairs, and bought secondhand clothes.

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