Prayer Promise

The Sabbath Delight Challenge

Ben Martin

When I think back on my childhood, there are a lot of wonderful memories. Some of the best, however, were from Sabbath afternoons. Sabbaths were filled with family, nature, and friends. I was reminded of this during our summer camping trip to the Upper Peninsula. Sabbaths were the highlight of our trip as we would plan out a special location, meals, and a worship plan. It truly was a delight. 

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Unlocking Health:
A Day with Dr. Tim Howe

Join us this Sabbath, August 9, 2025, for a special guest speaker, Dr. Tim Howe. He will be speaking during our 9:00 AM and 11:45 AM services. Dr. Howe has practiced internal and preventive medicine in Brunswick, Maine, for the past 36 years. His primary focus is on the prevention, treatment, and reversal of chronic diseases through dietary and lifestyle changes.

In the afternoon, a lecture will discuss the scientific reasons behind Ellen G. White's statement that "sugar clogs the system." It will take place at 4:00 PM in the Pioneer Youth Chapel. We hope to see you there!

Help Us Welcome New Students

Many new faces will soon join us as they begin their academic journey at Andrews University. We are excited to welcome them with our traditional Welcome Picnic on Sabbath, August 23. You can support the BELONG program by signing up to be a table host, preparing food, becoming a general volunteer, or even doing all of the above! We still need volunteers—specifically, 115 total! This includes 55 table hosts and 20 individuals to guide students to their tables. To sign up, text the word "PICNIC" to 269.281.2345.

Adventist Seniors of Michiana Meeting

August 10  • 1:00 PM
Andrews Grove Pavilion

Attention all seniors aged 55 and older! You are invited to the annual Adventist Seniors of Michiana Corn Roast, taking place on Sunday, August 10, at 1:00 PM in the Andrews Grove Pavilion. Please bring a dish to share and enjoy the corn that will be provided. This is also a great opportunity to meet our new officers for the upcoming year. Early registration for the 2025-2026 membership year will be available. Despite inflation, dues will remain at $20 per person. If you have any questions, please call Cheryl Doss at 269.277.0767.

GROW Groups

It’s the season to think about our small group ministry. Grows start meeting the week of September 12. Have you considered leading a GROW Group? Please be thinking about what kind of group you would be willing to lead, and look out for the leader sign-up page next week. The submission deadline for groups to be included in the printed Grow Group catalog is August 25. If you have a question, please contact Rebecca Burton at rburton@pmchurch.org.

Ruth Murdoch Elementary School

Classes will begin at Ruth Murdoch Elementary School on August 18. We invite you to enroll your K-8 child(ren) for the 2025-2026 school year. Our office hours are as follows: Monday to Thursday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and Friday from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. For more information, please call 269.471.3220.

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Join us in supporting Ruth Murdoch Elementary School at the Berrien County Youth Fair! We are seeking friendly volunteers to help at our booth from August 11 to August 16. There are multiple time slots available each day between 11:00 AM and 10:30 PM. This is a fantastic opportunity to share the exciting happenings at RMES with our community! If you have any questions or would like to sign up, please contact the RMES office at 269.471.3225.

Calling All Families:
Sabbath Delight Challenge

Pioneer Children and Family Discipleship is excited to embark on a special journey of intentionally experiencing the delight of the Sabbath during the 2025-2026 school year. Please sign up for occasional notices about Pioneer-sponsored Sabbath Delight events as well as ideas for things you and your family can do to cultivate a deeper appreciation for Sabbath. We will also look forward to hearing from you about what you and your family are doing each week to call the Sabbath a delight. All are welcome. To sign up for the challenge, please text "SABBATH" to 269.281.2345.

Teacher Dedication Sabbath

August 16

The 2025-2026 school year is about to begin! All teachers, whether in the public school system, the private sector, or homeschool, are invited to attend a special dedication service on Sabbath, August 16, 2025, during either of the worship services.

Upcoming Events

AUGUST
9 – Pioneer at Worship – Howard Performing Arts Center
10 – Adventist Seniors of Michiana
16 – Teacher Dedication Sabbath – Pioneer at Howard Performing Arts Center
23 – Pioneer at Worship – Howard Performing Arts Center
23 – Pioneer Welcome Picnic for New Students
29 - Sept 2 – District 9 Family Camp at Camp Au Sable
30 – Pioneer at Worship – Howard Performing Arts Center

Fellowship Dinner

There will not be a fellowship dinner during the months of July and August, 2025.

Offering for August 9, 2025

Christian Record Services for the Blind

In the heart of compassion and dedication, Christian Record Services (CRS) stands tall as it celebrates an incredible milestone—125 years of unwavering commitment to serving individuals worldwide who are blind or visually impaired. Since its inception, CRS has been a beacon of hope, breaking down barriers and providing life-changing services to individuals facing vision challenges. I love that we can share the mercy and grace of Jesus Christ with people who are blind or experiencing vision loss.

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