Volume 9 Issue 19 | May 10, 2023
Pioneer PulpitUpcoming Speaker: Dwight K. Nelson
May 20 – "Any Old Bush Will Do"
––––––– May 27 – RMES/AA Graduation
Prayer Promise"May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit."
Romans 15:13 NIV
Livestreaming Schedule9:00 AM ET - Pioneer at Worship
11:45 AM ET - Pioneer at Worship
Offering
ScheduleMay 13: Disaster and Famine Relief
May 20: Pioneer Operating Budget
May 27: Michigan Advance Partners
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The Tent May 11-21 • 7:00 PM each night This is the 10th annual Tent. Over the last decade, God has shown up on this campus as presented by the 7th & 8th-grade students of Ruth Murdoch Elementary School. This year however God has already begun an incredible work before we have even begun. This year has more preachers and more baptisms than ever
before, and we are already seeing God's blessings. You are not going to want to miss this amazing event. It will be by the Andrews University entrance in the large white tent from May 11 to May 21. Come out to support our students answering the call to ministry, but also come to experience the faith of teens expressed with a passion and energy that can only be Joel 2:28.
Fellowship Dinner A fellowship dinner will be served this Sabbath in the commons on the lower level, immediately following the second worship service. Visitors are always welcome.
A Pioneer Family Farewell Please join us for Pastor Dwight’s farewell sermon Sabbath on May 20. We will enjoy a church family breakfast in the Pioneer Commons between 9-10 AM. Please bring the following according to your last name:
A – H Fruit Salad
I – O Breakfast bread or pastries
P – Z Hot savory breakfast dishes
Don’t miss our farewell Sabbath School program, coordinated by Pastor Ben Martin, beginning at 10:30 AM. Pastor Dwight will preach his final sermon for the second service at 11:45 AM.
There’s still time to contribute in various ways to our farewell events. Please go to the Pioneer website below for more information.
Pioneer’s Main Office Entrance
Closed until Further Notice Due to construction as part of Renovate 2.0 the awning entrance will be closed until further notice while the steps are being replaced. Please plan to use the lower-level welcome center entrance for access to the Sanctuary, Children’s Sabbath Schools, and the Teen Loft. Please use the entrance near the Andreasen Center for Wellness to access the Youth Chapel and Collegiate Sabbath School. Thank you for your support and flexibility as we progress through this project.
N2N Announcement Neighbor To Neighbor, Adventist Community Service Center is seeking an Adventist Administrator. Must be caring, flexible and have excellent communication skills with management and public relations experience. Must have an associate's or bachelor's degree. Duties include management of the Thrift Store, volunteers, and facilities supervision. A full-time position with benefits. If interested contact: info@n2nhelps.com to submit your resume or for more questions.
Adventist Seniors of Michiana (ASM) Potluck May 21 • 1:00 PM
Ruth Murdoch Elementary School Gymnasium Please place May 21 on your calendar as our next ASM program date. This is to be a most unusual event where we will get two for the price of one when Ingrid Slikkers and Jean Florvilus will present issues regarding Trauma and Mission. Don't miss this one at 1:00 PM in the Ruth Murdoch Elementary School Gymnasium. Bring your favorite food and enjoy the potluck with all of your friends. If you are an Adventist living in Michiana and at least 55 years of age, we welcome you to join this group of about 100 who fellowship together once every month. See you soon!
Sabbath School Schedule The small group Sabbath School classes in the sanctuary will not meet on May 20.
Open Hands with Open Hearts May 21 • 10:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Seminary Chapel Pioneer Women's Ministries is hosting a seminar on Disability Ministries Presenter: Cyndi Woods Sunday, May 21, 2023, 10:00 AM – 3:30 PM, Andrews University Seminary Chapel, Check-in starts at 9:30 AM. We will start promptly at 10:00 AM. Fee: $10.00 per person to defray expenses. We all have disabilities. Some are internal, others external. What do you think about someone with disabilities? Can a disabled person be included in a ministry? How is a disabled person respected, treated, and not labeled? Come with a friend! Get ready for the blessings, to be refreshed, to be the hands and feet of Jesus! A Vegetarian, Vegan, & Gluten-free Lunch will be served. Registration is important for our planning of
the food and materials. To Register Text "ABLE" at 269-281-2345. Registration Deadline: May 18, 2022
Grow Group Leaders Wanted Summer is almost here, and with it comes a great opportunity to lead a Grow Group! The summer session is a fantastic time to take advantage of the best weather Michigan has to offer by leading outdoor activity groups, or taking any type of group outside for some fresh air and sunshine! Grow Groups are Pioneer’s small groups, led by individuals who are committed to discipleship, mentorship, & the 5 S’s: Shared interest, Spiritual touchpoint, Service
project, Social event, Semester-based. Grow Groups are for EVERYONE—church members and nonmembers, locals, and non-locals alike are welcome to join. Visit pmchurch.org/grow or text "LEAD" to 269-281-2345 today to register your group.
Offering for May 13, 2023 Disaster and Famine Relief You’ve read the news and watched the footage—witnessed the aftermath from hurricanes, fires, floods, and other disasters tearing apart communities. Families are displaced, having lost their home, livelihood, and even loved ones. What
happens next? For many, the answer is Adventist Community Services (ACS) Disaster Response. The ACS network of trained volunteers respond across the North American Division (NAD), offering services, goods, and a caring heart. Read More
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