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May 31 – "ChurchWorks 7: And Then, the End Shall Come" – Shane Anderson

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June 7 – "Why the Best Take a Rest" – Shane Anderson

Prayer Promise

"Great is the Lord and most worthy of praise; his greatness no one can fathom. One generation commends your works to another; they tell of your mighty acts."
Psalm 145:3-4 NIV

Reflections on Redemption: A Call to See Beneath the Surface

Jacob Gibbs

A good idea is worth making your own. Years ago, I saw an image similar to the one in this post and thought I should create my own. Upon seeing it, I immediately thought of this famous verse. “And all that dwell upon the earth shall worship him, whose names are not written in the book of life of the Lamb slain from the foundation of the world.”(Revelation 13:8 KJV)

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Widow and Widowers Bird Watching Brunch

June 1 • 9:00 AM

Widows and widowers of any age, join us at the home of Teri and Dave Village on 11356 South Lake Chapin Rd., Berrien Springs, MI 49103. The morning of June 1 will start at 9:00 AM with a short nature walk and bird viewing with Mary Jo Canaday, an avid birder. Then we will enjoy a 10:30 vegetarian potluck brunch (bring your favorite breakfast dish!) and an 11:00 bird-watching presentation with Mary Jo. There will be boat rides on Lake Chapin afterward! Questions? Call Brenda at 269.861.5174.

Something In Common Sabbath School

Saturdays • 10:30–11:30 AM
Pioneer Room 141

Join us for a new DVD series called "The Five Love Languages". Everyone is welcome to join us in Pioneer Room 141 each Sabbath morning from 10:30-11:30.

May 31 – Love Language Three – Receiving Gifts
June 7 – Love Language Four – Acts of Service

With This in Mind. . .

Sleep helps you make new memories! Sleep prepares your brain to learn, then, after learning, it cements your memory and prevents forgetting (Walker, 2017). Be temperate (1 Cor 9:25). Get adequate sleep! Your memory will thank you for it.

Iris Bloom Time

The iris bloom time has started, the sign is out at 8875 Kephart Lane, Berrien Springs, come see and smell the many iris that will be blooming in the next few weeks. Share with your friends.

Adventist Seniors of Michiana Meeting

June 8 • 1:00 PM
Village Church Fellowship Hall

Seniors 55 and up are invited to join the Adventist Seniors of Michiana meeting on Sunday, June 8, for a feast for the eyes and a good meal. Daniel Weber, Chair of the Department of Film and Communication at Andrews, will inspire and delight us with "Thousands of Pictures, Thousands of Stories from around the World: Looking through the Lens of a Photographer”. Come with a dish to share at the potluck starting at 1:00 PM in the Village Church Fellowship Hall. Call Cheryl Doss at 269-277-0767 with any questions.

Upcoming Events

JUNE
1 – Widow and Widowers Bird Watching Brunch
8 – Adventist Seniors of Michiana Meeting
13–21 – Michigan Conference Camp Meeting

Fellowship Dinner

There will be a fellowship dinner this Sabbath following the second worship service, in the commons on the lower level. Visitors are welcome!

Offering for May 31, 2025

Pioneer Operating Budget

When God liberated the Israelites from Egypt, He instructed them to dedicate a tithe of their belongings to the sanctuary's service. This was a distinct contribution designated for a specific purpose. The tithe was reserved for supporting those who served in the sanctuary. It was to be collected from the increase of all growth, and together with gifts and offerings, it furnished resources to sustain the gospel's ministry at that time.

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