Pioneer Pulpit

August 16 – "The Three Be's" – Shane Anderson

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August 23 – "3, 2, 1: The Biblical Art of Starting Well" – Shane Anderson

Prayer Promise

"Though the mountains be shaken and the hills be removed, yet my unfailing love for you will not be shaken nor my covenant of peace be removed," says the Lord, who has compassion on you.
Isaiah 54:10 NIV

Faith, Footsteps, and Mountain Views

Lindsey Pratt

I love hiking. This week I get to see if I can summit at huge mountain. There’s nothing like starting a mountain climb, full of energy, snacks in your backpack, and the bold confidence. The first mile? Easy. By mile ten, you’re questioning your life choices. By mile fifteen, you’re making deals with God about never skipping leg day again.

Teacher Dedication Sabbath

The 2025-2026 school year is about to begin! All teachers, whether in the public school system, private sector, or homeschooling, are invited to attend a special dedication service on Sabbath, August 16, 2025, during either worship service.

Help Us Welcome New Students

Many new faces will soon join us as they begin their academic journey at Andrews University. We are excited to welcome them with our traditional Welcome Picnic on Sabbath, August 23. You can support the BELONG program by signing up to be a table host, preparing food, becoming a general volunteer, or even doing all of the above! We still need volunteers—specifically, 115 total! This includes 55 table hosts and 20 individuals to guide students to their tables. To sign up, text the word "PICNIC" to 269.281.2345.

Support Those in Need!

August 13–18

Berrien Springs High School students are collecting non-perishable food for Feeding America to help people with food insecurity. Donation boxes will be at the church reception desk through August 18. Thank you.

GROW Groups

It’s the season to think about our small group ministry. Grows start meeting the week of September 12. Have you considered leading a GROW Group? Please be thinking about what kind of group you would be willing to lead, and look out for the leader sign-up page next week. The submission deadline for groups to be included in the printed Grow Group catalog is August 25. If you have a question, please contact Rebecca Burton at rebecca.burton@pmchurch.org.

Hymnsing at The Old Rugged Cross Church

August 30 • 4:00–5:30 PM

You are invited to a hymnsing on August 30, from 4:00 to 5:30 PM at The Old Rugged Cross Church, located at 61041 Vermont St, Pokagon, MI 49047. Please bring your Seventh-day Adventist Hymnal. A freewill offering will be collected to help maintain the church. If you have any questions, please contact Melchizedek Ponniah at melponniah@gmail.com or 269.876.7476.

Enrollment Open for 2025-2026: Ruth Murdoch Elementary & Andrews Academy

Classes at Ruth Murdoch Elementary School and Andrews Academy will begin on August 18. We encourage you to consider enrolling your children in Adventist Education for the 2025-2026 school year.
For K-8 students, please enroll by calling the school office at 269.471.3220 during regular business hours. Students in grades 9-12 may register online at andrews.edu/aa by clicking "Apply Today," or by calling the school office at 269.471.3138. Financial assistance is available.

Calling All Families:
Sabbath Delight Challenge

Pioneer Children and Family Discipleship is excited to embark on a special journey of intentionally experiencing the delight of the Sabbath during the 2025-2026 school year. Please sign up for occasional notices about Pioneer-sponsored Sabbath Delight events as well as ideas for things you and your family can do to cultivate a deeper appreciation for Sabbath. We will also look forward to hearing from you about what you and your family are doing each week to call the Sabbath a delight. All are welcome. To sign up for the challenge, please text "SABBATH" to 269.281.2345.

Something in Common Sabbath School

Sabbath Mornings • 10:30–11:45 AM
Pioneer Boardroom

We all experience angry feelings caused by tension, pressure, and the frustrations of daily life. These emotions can lead to broken and stressed relationships, leaving us feeling overwhelmed. However, there is hope. With the right support, you can learn to overcome the destructive emotions that affect your life. Everyone is welcome to join us each Sabbath through October 11. We meet in the Pioneer Boardroom.

Upcoming Events

AUGUST
16 – Teacher Dedication Sabbath – Pioneer at Howard Performing Arts Center
23 – Pioneer at Worship – Howard Performing Arts Center
23 – Pioneer Welcome Picnic for New Students
29 - Sept 2 – District 9 Family Camp at Camp Au Sable
30 – Pioneer at Worship – Howard Performing Arts Center
30 – Hymnsing at The Old Rugged Cross Church

Fellowship Dinner

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

Offering for August 16, 2025

Pioneer Operating Budget

Gardening is fun if you know what you’re doing. When I first heard about pruning, I thought this was harming the poor plant. When you prune fruit-bearing plants you will stimulate the production of more flowers which will, in turn, develop into fruits. Also, pruning reduces the number of stems, branches, and leaves that may be competing for the resources which are needed to produce fruit.

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