Are you looking forward to Spring? Seniors 55 years and up are invited to the ASM meeting at the Village Church Fellowship Hall March 9 at 1:00 PM Daylight Savings Time. Don’t forget the time change that day! After the potluck, Dr Lois Burn will present “Joy thru Gardening”. Come for a master class in staying healthy and happy as gardening task resume this spring. Call Cheryl Doss at 269-277-0767 with any questions.
The Baton of Faith
Resources
Speaker
Lindsey PrattLindsey Pratt was called to youth ministry at an early age and God has opened doors for her to minster with teens and youth ever since. She worked in Central California as a Youth Pastor and Youth Evangelism Director before finishing her Masters of Divinity at Andrews University. Some of her favorite things to do are mission trips, backpacking and outdoor activities. She is passionate about giving opportunity for youth to use their talents and gifts in leadership for God. She loves racing in triathlons, camping and spending time with her daughter Ellie.
Offering
Saturday, December 26, 2020
Program:
Opening Music
"Bless the Lord, O My Soul", Charles Wood
Kenneth Logan, Minister of Music
Welcome & Call to Worship
John Glass, Associate Pastor
*"Run the Straight Race" Hymn Cycle
"God of Grace and God of Glory"—SDAH 607, st. 1-2 • "Awake, My Soul!"—SDAH 611, st. 1-4 • "Run the Straight Race", SDAH 613 • "I'm Pressing on the Upward Way", SDAH 625, st. 1, 4
Sinegugu Katenga, Abel Siamubi, vocals
Praise
"O Come All Ye Faithful" • "What Child Is This?" • "Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus"
Ben Loenser, piano; Nathaniel Chung, Keyboard; Lucas Aguiar, acoustic guitar; Claire Yang, violin; Alex Aguilera, cajon
Congregational Prayer
John Glass, Associate Pastor
Child Dedication
Kenzo Osaze presented by Raymond and Halaila Ehios with John Glass, Associate Pastor
Children's Story
Beatrice Martin
Scriptural Pursuit
Hebrews 12:1-3 NASB
James Wilson, Pioneer Member
Worship in Music
"Mary, Did You Know?", B. Greene
Grace Dockerty, vocal; Nathaniel Chung, piano
Message
"The Baton of Faith"
Lindsey Pratt, Associate Pastor
Hymn of Commitment
"Father, Lead Me Day by Day", SAH 482
Closing Music
"Go Forth, Go Forth With Christ", Kenneth Logan
Kenneth Logan, Minister of Music
*First Service Only
March 9 Meeting of Adventist Seniors of Michiana
Offering for March 1, 2025
Pioneer Operating Budget
Author Melvin Santos Speaking: Several years ago, I was studying the subject of motivation and motivational factors that drive people. Some people will use reward or threat to get people to respond such as receiving a paycheck or getting fired. Others use fear and guilt. They create fear of losing something if they don’t act. Some are motivated by statistical measures and defined goals that provide them with a clear benchmark to strive towards. However, I discovered that all these are low-level motivators and only short term.
In the spiritual world, the same principles apply when it comes to giving tithes and offerings. The highest motivation should be our love for Christ in response to His love for us! This stems from a deep, personal connection and commitment that far outweighs any other incentives. “We belong to God; we are His sons and daughters—His by creation, and His by the gift of His only-begotten Son for our redemption. ‘Ye are not your own; for ye are bought with a price: therefore, glorify God in your body, and in your spirit, which are God's’” (Counsels on Stewardship, p.72). We give our offerings not to pay for His sacrifice. It wouldn’t even come close, but to show our love for Him.
—North American Division Stewardship Ministries
Academy Day March 4
All eighth-grade students are invited to attend Academy Day on Tuesday, March 4, 2025. Come and see the exciting programs Andrews Academy offers and experience one day with us. Lunch will be served, and T-shirts and prizes will be given. Registration is in the gym from 7:30 AM to 8:00 AM. Activities will conclude by 3:15 PM. Call 269-471-3138 to RSVP or with any questions you may have.
Ruth Murdoch Elementary School Visitor's Day
Students who will be in the 1st through 8th grades next school year are invited to visit Ruth Murdoch Elementary School on March 4. Make friends, meet teachers and have fun!
- Grades 1–6: 8:15 AM–11:30 AM
- Grades 7–8: 8:15 AM–3:30 PM
Parents, please call 269-471-3225 to register.
RMES Kindergarten Parent Night and Kindergarten Visitor's Day
Parents with students who will be five years old by Sept. 1, 2025, are invited to come meet our Kindergarten teacher, tour the classroom and school, enjoy refreshments, meet other Kindergarten parents, etc. Please call us at 269-471-3225 to let us know you are coming! March 10 6:00 PM. Kindergarten Visitor's Day is the next morning, March 11!
Master Guide Club
Do you want to complete your Master Guide Program? If so, please consider joining the Master Guide Club that meets weekly on campus to help you complete the requirements.
For more information or to join, please visit cye.org/toolbox
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 support this mission once again by donating right here in your church or give at www.careforcuba.org/donate? Thank you for your prayers as they prepare to send off students to serve and share Jesus!