Pioneer Pulpit

Current Series: "Signed, Sealed, and Delivered" – Shane Anderson

November 2 – "Part 1: A Park in Time"

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November 9 – "Part 2: More Than a Siesta"

Prayer Promise

"Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you."
Ephesians 4:32 NIV

Christmas Behind Bars

Esther Knott

On Sunday, October 27, just before sunrise, more than 250 people made their way to Johnson Gym on the campus of Andrews University for an 8:00 AM start to begin the Christmas Behind Bars project to prepare care packages for those who are in prison. A fresh crew of about 200 more joined the project at 10:00 AM In just 3 hours and 11 minutes the group of approximately 450 men and women, boys and girls, prepared 6,912 bags. During the Christmas season, every inmate in the Nebraska State Penitentiary system will receive one of these care packages.

Healthy, Happy Holiday Meals

November 3 • 4:00 –6:30 PM
Pioneer Youth Chapel

Healthy, Happy Holiday Meals plus International Dishes for Special Gatherings presented by leading nutritionist Evelyn Kissinger and her staff. Discover some healthy, delicious ideas, all plant-based, for Special Gatherings. Those who register will receive food samples. Please register by texting "VEGAN" to 269.281.2345. And invite a friend to register and come with you.

Join A GROW Group

Fall Grow Groups are beginning, and we need you! Join online at the link below and enjoy meeting with others who share your interests. (There will not be a printed brochure this fall.)

Join A GROW Group

Forge a Lasting Connection

BELONG Ministries is seeking individuals or families willing to forge a lasting connection with university students. You can invest as much or as little time as you're comfortable with, but the goal is to connect with the student in meaningful ways. Whatever time you give to a student will be rewarding! If you would like to be paired with a student, you can stop by our table on Sabbath or text the word "BELONG" to 269.281.2345 and select the Adopt-a-Student option.

Journey With Jesus

We would appreciate your prayers as we get closer to 2025. The North American Division is doing a division-wide evangelistic push called Pentecost 2025. We have stepped out in faith here at Pioneer Memorial Church with a full series called Journey with Jesus. The preachers for this series will be our kids who are excited to tell others about Jesus. We have had more than enough preachers step forward. We have funding falling into place. God is doing big things to make this happen; it is already evident. We do need your prayers, however. I am excited to see God do a new thing and for this next generation to be a part of it!
—Ben Martin, Associate Pastor

Penny Arcade

November 2 • 8:00 PM
Andrews Academy

Andrews Academy invites all seventh and eighth graders to Penny Arcade on Saturday night, November 2, 2024. It's a fun evening of games, activities, and food, all for just pennies. This is a great opportunity to get to know Andrews Academy students better while enjoying Penny Arcade from 8 to 10 PM. The event is only open to 7th and 8th graders and Andrews Academy students. Parents can drop off their children at 7:45 PM and pick them up by 10 PM. For questions, call the Academy office at 269.471.3138.

Andrews University Singers present
"A Vision Unfolding"

November 2 • 8:00 PM
Howard Performing Arts Center

The Andrews University Department of Music invites you to “A Vision Unfolding - Learning from the Past & Present.” The concert features the Andrews University Singers and Chorale. The Singers will start with songs that praise the triune God. The Chorale will perform a new five-part work by Kyle Pederson called “A Vision Unfolding.” This music is inspired by famous American poets like Walt Whitman and Langston Hughes. The piece highlights America’s core values of equality, freedom, and justice for all.

Contribute to the RMES Multicultural Fair

November 6

We are looking for volunteers to contribute grocery items for our booth teams. Your donations will play a crucial role in showcasing the diverse cultures represented in our school community. The Grocery List Grocery items can be dropped off at the RMES office by November 6. If you’re able to contribute, please sign up for the items you’d like to bring. Every contribution, big or small, is greatly appreciated!

Grocery List

Something In Common Sabbath School

November 2-16 • 10:30-11:30 AM
Pioneer Room 141

Starting Over with Andy Stanley video series. What do you do when it all falls apart? Your career, your marriage, your dream . . . . How do you pick up the pieces and begin again? Saturdays from November 2-16. All are Welcome!

Upcoming Events

NOVEMBER
2 – Andrews Academy - Penny Arcade
3 – Andrews University Singers – "A Vision Unfolding" in Concert
3 – Healthy, Happy Holiday Meals
7 – Andrews Symphony Orchestra
8 – Academy Music Department Vespers
9 – Notes of Encouragement
10 – Ruth Murdoch Elementary School - Taste of the Nations
10 – Junior/Senior Banquet
11 – Adventist Seniors of Michiana Meeting
DECEMBER
7 – Rich Aguilera presents Dinosaur Encounter

Fellowship Dinner

There will be a fellowship dinner, following the second worship service in the Commons.

Offering for November 2, 2024

Pioneer Operating Budget

As a teacher, my favorite lessons are the ones that my students take and apply in their real life. I teach communication, and it is so important that students understand the power of their words. Proverbs 18:21 tells us that, “Death and life are in the power of the tongue…” (NIV) and helping my college students understand that and use their words for positive things is always so encouraging to see.

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