Volume 8 Issue 49 | December 7, 2022
Pioneer Pulpit
December 10 – Children's Celebration of Christmas
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Upcoming Sermons: Worshiping Jesus – Dwight K. Nelson
December 17 – "The Craziest Things We Worship"
Prayer Promise
"The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. We have seen his glory, the glory of the one and only Son, who came from the Father, full of grace and truth."
John 1:14 NIV
Livestreaming Schedule
9:00 AM ET - Pioneer at Worship
11:45 AM ET - Pioneer at Worship
Offering
Schedule
Dec. 10: Adventist Community Services
Dec. 17: Pioneer Operating Budget
Dec. 24: Michigan Advance Partners
Financial Reports | Give Online
Percy Pig for Christmas
PASTOR'S BLOG
Have you been following the Percy Pig row across the pond in the United Kingdom? The Marks and Spencer department store chain has been offering Percy Pig “sweets” (candy) for Christmas. But buyers aren’t happy! Here’s the headline: “Marks and Spencer's shoppers are disappointed with a new Christmas Percy Pig item, claiming £1.75 [$2.10] for the product is a ‘rip off.’ Shoppers took to social media to share their shock when opening up the box of sweets.”
Fresh Fruit Fundraiser
For those who have already supported our fundraiser, thank you! We will be receiving the items tomorrow, December 8, between 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Please stop by during that time and Sunday between 11:00 AM and 3:00 PM to collect your items. For more information call or text Errol at 269-277-4256.
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Pioneer's Evergreen Pathfinder club invites you to support their participation in the upcoming International Pathfinder Camporee in Gillette, Wyoming, August 5-11, 2024. To raise the needed funds, they are partnering with Florida Indian River Groves to bring you fresh fruit.
- Each Pathfinder must raise $950.
- Pioneer has approximately 100 Pathfinders in its club.
- You can help cut the individual costs for our club by starting an order today!
Update: You can still order fresh fruit with a $9.95 flat-rate shipping
You can also give directly to the Evergreen Pathfinder Club. Select "PMC Pathfinder Club" from the "Local Offering" categories. Thank you in advance for your support - and enjoy the fresh fruit!
“First Advent Reflections!” “Unwrapping the Names of Jesus”
How precious is Jesus' name! Isaiah 9:6 says: "For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace." This Christmas season the Pioneer Women’s Ministries Team is delighted
to unwrap twenty-five names of Jesus until Christmas. A daily e-mail and a text will be sent to those (women & men) who sign-up. To register text the word “GIFTS” to
269-281-2345.
Fellowship Dinner
There will be a fellowship dinner at Pioneer this Sabbath, December 10,
following the second worship service in the commons on the lower level. Bring a dish to share and join the fellowship. Visitors are always welcome.
Fellowship Christmas Breakfast
December 24, 9:00 – 10:15 AM
Let’s gather before the main worship service for a Christmas breakfast potluck on Saturday morning, December 24 from 9:00 – 10:15 AM at the Pioneer Commons. Bring your favorite breakfast items. A – G – bread, muffin, or pastries; H – P – breakfast casserole or hot/cold cereal; Q – Z – fruits Pioneer will provide hot and cold drinks and nuts.
Bring a Toy, Spread Some Joy
December 10 at Pioneer
At Pioneer on December 10, during both services, we are bringing back the toy collection to give and share with the children in our community. Please bring a new, unwrapped toy to share for ages newborn through 16. These will be given to the children in our community.
Upcoming Holiday Events
49th Annual Feast of Lights | Learn More
December 9, 7:00 PM
Groupe Francophone | Learn More
December 10, 2022, 10:30 AM
Nathan Greene: Christmas Art Studio Open House | Learn More
December 11, 6:00 PM
Christmas Banquet for Seniors | Learn More
December 11, 1:00 PM
Soup for Students | Learn More
December 13, 2022, 6:00 PM
Soup for Students is Back!
Soup for Students is back! It is time again to show our students love and support during finals week. We are looking for commitments for 30 pots of soup and volunteers to help serve and clean up. If you are willing to participate, please text “SOUP” to 269-281-2345 Please drop off your pot of soup at the Church on December 13, Tuesday between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM.
Volunteers for Weight-Loss Program
This January our Health and Wellness Ministry will launch a weight management program for the church and community called Best Weigh. It’s a proven system that combines spiritual principles with nutrition and weight management. It will be led by Dr. Ken Kelln. We’re looking for up to 20 volunteers who can serve as greeters, weigh-in helpers, a/v, parking help, and more. To get more information or to register as a volunteer, text the word "HEALTH" to 269-281-2345 or you can call 801-513-8809.
Garden Club Christmas Cookie
Exchange
December 11, 2:00 – 5:00 PM
The Berrien Springs Garden Club cordially invites you to attend our annual Christmas cookie exchange from 2-5 pm on Sunday, December 11 at Love Creek Nature Center. Come learn tips and tricks from fellow local gardeners and share delicious bakery next to the festive fireplace. All ages and abilities welcome. The BSGC is a registered non-profit affiliated with Michigan Garden Clubs and National Garden Clubs which focuses on encouraging community gardening skills, appreciation of nature, and protection of native species and pollinators.
Offering for December 10, 2022
Adventist Community Services
1 Peter 4:10, “As each has received a gift, use it to serve another, as good stewards of God's varied grace.” A man, beaten down by the rain, came to our Food Pantry for clothes & food. He was wearing a thin jacket, no shirt or socks, and we were able to serve him. He was so happy to receive the clothes that he put them on in the parking lot. Then he sat in the parking lot and ate an entire 16 oz. jar of peanut butter. He left a little more full, dressed, and hopeful than when he arrived. Thank God for the Better Living Center. (Spokane, Washington) This is only one story of many that is a result of Adventist Community Services Centers around the North American Division that commit to serving God’s children.
Pioneer Memorial Church
8655 University Blvd
Berrien Springs, MI 49103
United States
269-471-3133
info@pmchurch.org
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