Prayer Promise

A Life-Changing Mission Trip:
Embracing Joy in Simplicity

Pastor Hans Miranda Chavez

My wife (Cassidy) and I recently had the profound privilege of leading a mission trip to Familia Feliz, an orphanage nestled in the heart of Bolivia that provides refuge and family for neglected and abused children. Our experience there was nothing short of transformative for the children we served and each of us who went with hearts ready to give and learn.

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Pentecost 2025

April 4–5

We invite you to join us at Pioneer for an in-person evangelism training event from Friday, April 4, to Saturday, April 5. This is open to all Seventh-day Adventist churches in the North American Division. We encourage every member—pastors, teachers, young adults, students, and children—to participate. The event will feature keynote speaker Mark Finley. Additionally, there will be breakout sessions available in both English and Spanish. The King's Heralds will provide music during the Friday evening service, both Sabbath worship services, Sabbath afternoon, and the evening concert. Don’t miss this opportunity to be equipped and inspired for impactful evangelistic ministry as you prepare for Pentecost 2025!

Request to Sabbath School Class Teacher/Coordinator

If you are a teacher/coordinator of a Sabbath School class that meets outside the Pioneer sanctuary, you are requested to inform your name, location and meeting time. This information will help to create a master list to assist visitors and members. Please email your response to Melchizedek Ponniah at melponniah@gmail.com.

Ready for Your Next Steps After MORE+?

The MORE+ Conference was an inspiring spiritual boost for many in our community, and it's time to continue that journey! Join us for the "More Than MORE+ Discipleship Experience," using follow-up material by Don MacLafferty, each Wednesday, April 16 for this seven-week series in the Commons at Pioneer. This evening begins with a simple supper at 5:45 PM, followed by sessions focused on deepening your relationship with Jesus and sharing your faith, ending by 7:30 PM. Don’t miss out! To register, visit the MORE than MORE+ Discipleship Experience link below. Looking forward to seeing you!  –Pastor Shane

2025 Easter Devotionals

Pioneer Women's Ministries is inviting you to join us for 10 days of devotionals prior to Easter (April 11-20) reflecting on the sacrifice of Jesus. Ponder with us what various people who were there at Christ's arrest, trial, or crucifixion may have thought and may have gone through while experiencing the death of Christ. If you would like to receive the daily text "teasers" and emails with the full devotional thoughts, text the word "CROSS" to 269.281.2345.

Something in Common Sabbath School

Sabbath Mornings  •  10:30–11:30 AM
Pioneer Room 141

We will be presenting "Fight Your Way To A Better Marriage" series by Dr. Greg and Erin Smalley.

April 5 – "Safety"
April 12 – "The Reactive Cycle"

Lebanon Mission Vespers

April 5  •  6:00 PM
Youth Chapel

Our Pioneer Youth Missions team has just returned from Beirut, Lebanon. Come to the mission vespers at 6:00 PM on Sabbath, April 5, to hear the testimonies, see the pictures and be inspired by what God is doing in the Middle East.

Paradise Promised: A Choir Concert by Andrews University Singers & Chorale

April 5  •  8:30 PM
Howard Performing Arts Center

The Andrews University Department of Music choirs present “Paradise Promised.” Through masterfully composed repertoire, nature and mankind express praise and gratitude for God’s creation and provision for His plan of salvation. It will include works from Gwyneth Walker, Ariel Ramirez, Kyle Pederson, Richard Shaffer, and Johann Sebastian Bach. As well as a world premier of “We Must Tell”, by Jaelah Simons, a member of the University Chorale member. For tickets and more information, visit the link below.

DHAMAKA: SASA Cultural Night

April 12  •  8:30 PM
Buller Hall

Join SASA for an unforgettable South Asian Cultural Night at Andrews University! Experience the vibrant traditions, music, and artistry of South Asia through an evening filled with energetic dance performances, soulful singing, and a stunning fashion show showcasing traditional attire from various South Asian countries. Time and Location April 12, 2025, 8:30 PM Buller Hall Auditorium Tickets Club members: $5 Non-members/Community: $7 Pick up tickets and purchase at door for entry

BELONG Ministries Seeks Smiling Faces

April 14  •  10:00 AM–2:00 PM

BELONG Ministries has been invited to participate in "Oh Happy Day!"—an event designed to bring joy to campus. This daytime event requires many helping hands and smiling faces to make it a success. If you're available to spread some joy for a two-hour block between 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM on Monday, April 14, please text "HAPPY" to 269.281.2345.

Upcoming Events

APRIL
4 – BELONG: Afterglow
5 – Lebanon Mission Vespers
5 – Paradise Promised: A Choir Concert by Andrews University Singers & Chorale
6 – Howard Series Presents: Phil Keaggy
12 – DHAMAKA: SASA Cultural Night
12 – Wind Symphony Spring Concert: Scenes of Summer
13 – Adventist Seniors of Michiana
14 – "Oh Happy Day!" – BELONG Ministries mission opportunity
20 – Howard Series Presents: Carla Trynchuk & Elena Braslavsky
25 – K-ANTHONY and Friends
27 – Best Buddies Friendship Walk

Fellowship Dinner

There will be a fellowship dinner, following the second worship service in the Commons. Visitors are welcome!

Offering for April 5, 2025

Pioneer Operating Budget

Researchers estimate that there are 10 quadrillion ants on earth. Ants live in colonies and are very industrious with various tasks. Everything they do is for the sake of the “queen” ant. It’s been noted that an ant is helpless without its colony, but when ants work as a team, they are practically unstoppable.

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