Volume 9 Issue 49 | December 6, 2023
Pioneer Pulpit
December 16 – "An Earthly Audition for Heaven’s Own Choir" – Shane Anderson
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December 23 – Taurus Montgomery
Prayer Promise
"The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. We have seen his glory, the glory of the one and only Son, who came from the Father, full of grace and truth."
John 1:14 NIV
Livestreaming Schedule
9:00 AM ET - Pioneer at Worship
11:45 AM ET - Pioneer at Worship
Offering
Schedule
Dec. 9: Adventist Community Services
Dec. 16: Pioneer Operating Budget
Dec. 23: Michigan Advance Partners
Financial Reports | Give Online
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.
Fellowship Dinner
December 9
There will be a fellowship dinner, following the second worship service in the commons on the lower level. Visitors are always welcome.
Soup for Students—Soup Needed!
December 12 • 6:00 PM
Pioneer Commons
Pioneer Young Adult Ministries is hosting Soup for Students. All Collegiate-aged individuals are welcome to attend and enjoy soup and a touch of home while studying for finals. As of now, we are still looking for 10 additional soup donors and volunteers to help serve and clean up. If you are interested please text "SOUP" to 269-281-2345.
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 $159,907 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!
Adopt-a-Student
Winter is coming and for many of our students, these are the hardest months to get through without their families. You can help create a home away from home by joining our Belong Ministries Adopt-a-Student program. You'll build meaningful connections by hosting the student for a home-cooked meal, surprising them with their favorite treats, and reminding them that they've been prayed for. The time
commitment is at your discretion. If interested in joining this program, please click the link below.
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.
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.
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 closed on December 5.
Andrews Academy Popular
Christmas Music Concert
December 10 • 4:00 PM
Howard Performing Arts Center
You are 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.
Annual Christmas Breakfast
December 23 • 9:00–10:15 AM
Pioneer Commons
Our annual Christmas breakfast potluck will be on December 23, 2023, from 9:00 - 10:15 AM at the Commons. Bring your favorite breakfast to share.
A - J - breakfast casserole or hot/cold cereal
K - R - bread, muffin, or pastries
S - Z - fruits Pioneer will provide hot and cold drinks and nuts.
Offering for December 9, 2023
Adventist Community Services
People come in all shapes and sizes, and so do their needs. Adventist Community Services offers diverse services tailored to fit the needs of the vulnerable in their community.
Pioneer Memorial Church
8655 University Blvd
Berrien Springs, MI 49103
United States
269-471-3133
info@pmchurch.org
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