Pioneer Pulpit

Current Series: "The Christian and Politics" – Shane Anderson

October 26 – "Part 2: Unintended Consequences"

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Upcoming Series: "Signed, Sealed, and Delivered" – Shane Anderson

November 2 – "Part 1: A Park in Time"

Prayer Promise

"And the God of all grace, who called you to his eternal glory in Christ, after you have suffered a little while, will himself restore you and make you strong, firm and steadfast."
1 Peter 5:10 NIV

The Gospel of the "Loser"

Prescott Khair

Losing is unpleasant.

If you have been following the post-season of professional baseball you are most likely disappointed, unless you cheer for the Yankees or the Dodgers, who are set to face off in the upcoming World Series. Even then, one fan base will come away disappointed at the end of that contest. If you are following American politics, election day is just under two weeks away. Regardless of the outcome in the presidential, state, or local elections, one side will end the day in complete disappointment.

Youth Fall Fest

October 26 • 7:00–9:00 PM

Join us for the Youth Fall Fest on October 26 from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm at the home of David and Janet Reed. This event is open to all 9th through 12th graders. Enjoy an evening of games, snacks, and fall festivities! Contact Pastor Lindsey at lindsey.pratt@pmchurch.org for directions.

Join A GROW Group

Fall Grow Groups are beginning, and we need you! Join online at the link below and enjoy meeting with others who share your interests. (There will not be a printed brochure this fall.)

Join A GROW Group

Forge a Lasting Connection

BELONG Ministries is seeking individuals or families willing to forge a lasting connection with university students. You can invest as much or as little time as you're comfortable with, but the goal is to connect with the student in meaningful ways. Whatever time you give to a student will be rewarding! If you would like to be paired with a student, you can stop by our table on Sabbath or text the word "BELONG" to 269.281.2345 and select the Adopt-a-Student option.

Care for Cuba

A group of students from Andrews University are preparing to embark on a life-changing mission in March of 2025. They will engage in evangelism, health care, and community outreach in Cuba. This mission trip has been going on for 11 years, and the impact has been tremendous, thanks to your help. Would you again support this mission by donating here in your church or giving at the link below? Thank you for your prayers as they prepare to send off students to serve and share Jesus!

Give to Care for Cuba

Blood Drive

October 24 • 10:30 AM–3:20 PM
Pioneer Commons

We invite you to an upcoming blood drive! Your donation can make a difference in the lives of those in need. The Center for Faith Engagement is partnering with Versiti to provide an opportunity for you to give the gift of life to others. We hope to see you there!

"We, From Battle Creek"
It's Personal

October 26 • 8:00 PM
Howard Performing Arts Center

Personal moments…may we share them? The AU Wind Symphony, led by Dr. Santos, plays my composition "We, From Battle Creek", a suite in four sections, this Saturday night at 8 at Howard Center. My wife’s Grandma Pearl Losey was at Battle Creek, personally, at the time of Ellen White’s Tabernacle funeral in 1915 and the huge Tabernacle fire in 1922. My four compositions explore “The Publishing House” in publications’ glowing “streams of light” as Ellen White foresaw in vision; “The College” in academics and spiritual priorities; “The Tabernacle” in a majestic collage from many hymn melodies; and “The Cemetery” in somber reflection followed by resounding joy. Personal? Moreso if you would be there…experiencing it personally.
—Kenneth Logan, Minister of Music

Help Pack 8,000 Bags for
Christmas Behind Bars

October 27 • 8:00 AM–2:00 PM
Johnson Gym, Andrews University

Please join Pioneer Memorial Church, the Center for Faith Engagement, and many other groups to help assemble care packages for men and women who are behind bars. We don't often get the opportunity to respond to Jesus' invitation to serve those in prison. Families are welcome; Please fill out a separate registration for each person participating and select ALL the time slots for which you'll be present. We also need a good crew to help with the clean-up at the end. Wear comfortable clothes and bring a water bottle. Bring a happy spirit and a heart ready to serve. "I was in prison and you visited me [with your care package]." -Matthew 25:36

Upcoming Events

OCTOBER
24 – Blood Drive
26 – Youth Fall Fest
26 – AU Wind Symphony Fall Concert: Honoring Our Past
27 – Help Pack 8,000 Bags for Christmas Behind Bars
27 – Howard Performing Arts Center presents: Ensemble 4.1
NOVEMBER
2 – Andrews Academy - Penny Arcade
3 – Healthy, Happy Holiday Meals
10 – Ruth Murdoch Elementary School - Taste of the Nations
10 – Junior/Senior Banquet

Fellowship Dinner

There will be a fellowship dinner, following the second worship service in the Commons.

Offering for October 26, 2024

Michigan Advance Partners

God’s WORD tells us “... that the earth shall wax old like a garment.” (Is. 51:6) We know that, over time, everything wears out. The Kalkaska Church, built in 1963, was no exception. In addition to God’s restoration plan for planet Earth, the MICHIGAN Conference has a wonderful assistance resource to help when our churches grow OLD!

Give Online