Volume 9 Issue 48 | November 29, 2023
Pioneer Pulpit
December 9 – Children's Celebration of Christmas
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December 16 – "An Earthly Audition for Heaven’s Own Choir" – Shane Anderson
Prayer Promise
But the angel said to them, "Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people."
Luke 2:10 NIV
Livestreaming Schedule
9:00 AM ET - Pioneer at Worship
11:45 AM ET - Pioneer at Worship
Offering
Schedule
Dec. 2: Pioneer Operating Budget
Dec. 9: Adventist Community Services
Dec. 16: Pioneer Operating Budget
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Tis the Season... to Be a Grinch?
PRESCOTT KHAIR
I admit, I can be a little bit like the Grinch during the Christmas season. Ok, a lot like the Grinch. While I haven’t gone as far as to take down Christmas decorations, I’ve never been known to celebrate as the decorations go up. It’s a mixture of feelings between “too soon” and “oh, here it comes, again.” I don’t know whether this comes from my love for the Thanksgiving season or the trappings of the seemingly ever increasing hustle bustle that the Christmas season represents. The joy of the holiday season often seems to be replaced with stress and a hint of dread. Yet, this year is different.
Fellowship Dinner
December 2
There will be a fellowship dinner, following the second worship service in the commons on the lower level. Visitors are always welcome.
Update #10 for Renovate 2.0
The elevator and other improvements are done. It’s all being used daily to improve the experience here at Pioneer Memorial Church. Thank you to everyone who has prayed for this project and its physical completion. The fundraising for its financial completion is going very well. We have just $181,302 left to raise! (Look for the fundraising “thermometer” somewhere in the church each week!) Please consider how this project fits into your contribution plans for the rest of the year!
4th Annual "First Advent" Reflections
It is time to join the 4th Annual "First Advent Reflections" from December 1-25, 2023. This Christmas season the Pioneer Women’s Ministries Team is delighted to invite you to reflect on Handel's "Messiah". A daily email and a text will be sent to the ladies who sign-up. To register text the word "HALLELUJAH" to 269-281-2345
Wind Symphony Christmas Concert
December 2 • 8:00 PM
Howard Performing Arts Center
The program will feature familiar holiday tunes that will have you tapping your toes and singing along! Selections include a lively version of Carol of the Bells by Sean O’Loughlin, a fun arrangement of a famous John Philip Sousa march, Leroy Anderson’s ever-popular Sleigh Ride, as well as other surprises.
You Visited Me
Jesus said, "When I was in prison, you visited Me." If you have a heart for reaching out to a lonely person in need of encouragement while incarcerated, have I got a person for you! Please contact Sue Wein (whitewsu@andrews.edu). I will give you the details and help you in connecting with her.
Bring a Toy, Spread Some Joy
In just a few weeks, on December 9, we will be having our annual Children’s Celebration of Christmas. This is the worship service every year where we bring a new unwrapped toy for a child up to age 16. These gifts will go to families in our community who are not able to purchase gifts. This is yet another way that Pioneer can be Love on the Move
Something in Common presents the
Love and Respect video series
with Dr. Emerson Eggerich
The Series continues each Sabbath through December 16. Come join us in PMC Room 141 each Sabbath morning from 10:30-11:30. Everyone is welcome on Sabbath mornings from 10:30-11:30 AM in Room 141.
Andrews Academy Invites You to the Feast of Lights Concert
December 8 • 7:00 PM
Pioneer Memorial Church
Andrews Academy will be presenting a special 50th annual Feast of Lights program. A number of former AA music directors will be featured as guest conductors. Other historical features will be included in this special anniversary program. The community is invited to attend this spectacular night of music, lights, bells, instruments, choral singing, congregational singing, shepherds, a Nativity scene, and the retelling of a glorious Christmas story. The Chorale and Orchestra will end the program with the Hallelujah chorus. The church sidewalks will be arrayed in Christmas lighting. The program will speak to your hearts of His wondrous love.
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You are also invited to an evening of popular Christmas music on Sunday, December 10, at 4:00 PM at the Howard Performing Arts Center on the campus of Andrews University. Join us for this free program as we bring in the holidays with a variety of well-known Christmas songs including a grand finale played by the combined musical groups.
Christmas Banquet for Seniors
December 10 • 1:00 PM
Village Church Fellowship Hall
All ASM members are invited to attend their annual Christmas Banquet. Pioneer and the Village Church are covering the cost of the meal for their members. Members of all other churches will need to pay $20 at the door. You can register to attend by calling the Village SDA Church at 269.471.7795, Pioneer at 269.471.3133, or Cleon White at 269.471.5553 Registration closes December 5.
Soup for Students
December 12 • 6:00 PM
Pioneer Commons
Pioneer Young Adult Ministries is hosting Soup for Students. All Collegiate-aged individuals are welcomed to attend and enjoy soup and a touch of home while studying for finals. Volunteers can contact Prescott Khair (prescott.khair@pmchurch.org)
Offering for December 2, 2023
Pioneer Operating Budget
December starts off the Christmas season in earnest for many people, even if merchants have been pushing the need to buy gifts for weeks already. What makes the Christmas season special for you? Is it the music, the decorations, special foods, family gatherings, or the gifts—what you might receive, as well as what you might give?
Pioneer Memorial Church
8655 University Blvd
Berrien Springs, MI 49103
United States
269-471-3133
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