Prayer Promise

Remembering With Hope

Ben Martin

Although it is the 4th of July this week, that is not where my mind has been. This week would have been my brother’s birthday. Richard died a little over 15 years ago, and I think of him on a fairly regular basis. Sometimes I hear a laugh, other times it is the way someone walks.  Anytime I need to lift something heavy, I think of Richard. But every year on June 30, I remember him, think about which birthday this would have been for him, and what might have been. All of us have people we have loved and have lost along the journey.

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Pioneer Office Closure

The Pioneer Memorial Church Offices will close at noon on June 3 and remain closed on Friday, July 4. We wish you a safe and happy holiday with your loved ones. 

Important Notice: Relocation of Primary and Junior Sabbath Schools Starting July 5

As we begin renovations to the pipes and HVAC system in the Primary and Junior Sabbath School (SS) areas, we appreciate your patience and flexibility. To ensure that all our children continue to have a meaningful Sabbath School experience, several classes will be temporarily relocated starting Sabbath, July 5, 2025.

New Sabbath School Locations During Renovations

• Kindergarten 5 & 6 SS will temporarily include Grade 1 children until the Primary Grade 1 room is ready.
• Primary Grades 2 & 3 will combine and meet in the former Something in Common class room.
• Junior Grades 4 & 5 will combine and meet in the center section of the Commons.
• Junior Grade 6 will meet in the Sanctuary (North) end of the Commons.
• Young Adults Sabbath School will meet in the Lobby of the Campus Center.
• The central hallway will also be closed for the duration of the project.

We are grateful for your continued prayers, understanding, and support during this important project. Your generosity is helping provide a safe and comfortable environment for all ages to worship and grow in faith.

Adventist Seniors of Michiana

July 13  • 1:00 PM
Village Church Fellowship Hall

Adventist seniors 55 and up are invited to the Adventist Seniors of Michiana meeting Sunday, July 13, at the Village Church Fellowship Hall. The potluck will begin at 1:00 PM with stories of mission and missionary life to follow. Hadassah and Richard Doss will present “Vignettes from Asia.” Call Cheryl Doss at 269.277.0767 with any questions.

Hymnsing at The Old Rugged Cross Church

July 19  • 4:00–5:30 PM

You are invited to a hymn sing on July 19 from 4:00 to 5:30 PM at The Old Rugged Cross Church, 61041 Vermont St., Pokagon, MI 49047. Please bring your Seventh-day Adventist Hymnal. A freewill offering will help support the church. For more information, please contact Melchizedek Ponniah at 269.876.7476 or melponniah@gmail.com.

Upcoming Events

JULY
12 – Worship at Howard Performing Arts Center
13 – Adventist Seniors of Michiana
19 – Hymnsing at the Old Rugged Cross Church

Fellowship Dinner

There will not be a fellowship dinner this Sabbath.

Offering for July 5, 2025

Pioneer Operating Budget

Growing up I was taught at an early age to show respect and honor to God and country. For example, I was taught to never put anything on top of the Bible, because the Word of God is holy; and to never to let the flag of our country touch the ground, because people have sacrificed their lives for the liberty of our country.

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