Prayer Promise

Where Is God?

John Glass

Have you ever wondered just where God is? Of course, He is seated on His throne up in the third heaven, but if we could see with clearer insight, we’d realize He is very present in our world. Ellen White expressed it like this: "Every leaf grows, every flower blooms, every fruit develops, by the power of God.” One of the things that is so appealing about this part of Michigan is our trees; they’re gorgeous.  Another thing is all the eatables that are grown here. 

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Lead A GROW Group

Our next Season of Grow Groups is coming soon. If you have an idea for a small group we'd love to support your ministry. We are looking for activity, study, food, and fun groups. These are great ways to experience church outside of our church service If you are interested please fill out the form below.

Something in Common

Sabbath Mornings  •  10:30-11:30 AM
Pioneer Room 141

Welcomes Terri L. Fivash to speak about her book The Spiritual Toolbox. We will learn about the principles of how spiritual things work. Bring a notebook and pen. She is also the author of Joseph and the Dahveed series. Join us on Sabbath mornings - September 28, October 5, October 12, and October 19. All are welcome!

Pray & Play

Katharine Jones

Wednesday’s weather was perfect for our second annual Pray and Play field trip to Stover’s Farm Market in Berrien Springs. Our group of 65 friends, both old and new, were treated to a story about the history of the farm and a little agriculture lesson. Everyone enjoyed a hayride, cider, and a fresh donut! The children were also able to get their wiggles out on the playground, pick some apples, and take home a pumpkin. The barn cats were definitely the highlight for many of our little friends! We hope that you and your preschooler are able to join us on Wednesdays at 10:00 AM for some play and connection. Register by texting "PLAY" to 269.281.2345. Hope to see you soon!

Andrews University Homecoming Weekend

September 26–29

Andrews University’s Alumni Homecoming Weekend is this weekend! A full weekend of activities will take place Sept. 26–29, 2024. Our traditional Friday events like the golf tournament and classic car show will return, but we hope you also enjoy several special features taking place this year in celebration of our 150th anniversary! These include the release of Meredith Jones Gray’s second volume on Andrews University’s history, “Forward in Faith,” as well as a “150 years of history” walk-through museum in Johnson Gym. Enjoy a variety of open houses and museums on Sabbath afternoon, then attend Saturday night’s supper for alumni, which returns with a “twist” in Johnson Gym. We hope to see you soon!

Sabbath School Lessons Overview

September 28 •  4:00 PM
Pioneer Sanctuary

Dr. Thomas Shepherd, coauthor of the 4th quarter Sabbath School quarterly, will present an overview of the lessons on September 28, 4:00 PM at the Pioneer Commons. All are invited. 

Andrews Community Health
and Wellness Expo

September 29 •  10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Andreasen Center for Wellness

This free, family event will feature local businesses and campus departments providing activities, samples, and services geared towards health and wellness. Enjoy time with a trained therapy dog, check out a firetruck, or enjoy a delicious treat from BOBA. Corewell Health will present a vegan cooking demo at 11:00 AM.

Oasis Public School Ministry

Tuesdays 6:30–8:00 PM
Pioneer 5th Grade SS Classroom

Oasis Public School Ministry provides a safe community for real talk, good food, fun activities, and building relationships between students, leaders, and God. This ministry is open to public school students in grades 7-12 and meets Tuesdays 6:30–8:00 PM in the 5th-grade classroom downstairs. For more information, contact Diane at simplestirrings@yahoo.com.

Annual Hayride

October 13  •  6:00–8:00 PM
Five Pines Ministries

The Family Life Committee invites our Pioneer family to join us for the annual hayride at Five Pines Ministries on Sunday, October 13 from 6:00-8:00 PM. Hayrides through the autumn woods, yummy refreshments, a toasty campfire, and warm fellowship are all included in this fun tradition. We hope to see you there!

RMES Bike-a-thon/Walk-a-thon

October 22

The RMES Home & School Team is hosting a bike-a-thon / walk-a-thon fundraiser for Ruth Murdoch Elementary School on Sunday, October 22, 2023. 90% of the proceeds will go towards much needed capital improvements such as the carpet upgrade project and 10% will be used for future Home & School events. We pray this year’s fundraiser will exceed the $11,000 raised last year. Some students at RMES may not know many people in our community and will be looking for sponsors. If you are willing to sponsor one or more students, or if you would like to commit to a general donation for this event, please text “BIKE” to 269-281-2345 by Wednesday, October 16, 2024.

Fellowship Dinner

There will not be a fellowship dinner following the second service this Sabbath.

Offering for September 28, 2024

Michigan Advance Partners

The St Johns Seventh-day Adventist Church is a vibrant and growing congregation, regularly welcoming 40-50 members and visitors each Sabbath. They actively serve the community by offering a complimentary breakfast every Sabbath, operating an Adventist Community Service Center, and engaging in annual evangelism efforts.

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