Andrews University Agenda http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/ News and Events at Andrews University en-us Copyright 2026, Andrews University Fri, 23 Jan 2026 17:34:00 +0000 Fri, 23 Jan 2026 17:34:00 +0000 webmaster@andrews.edu webmaster@andrews.edu Sunday Music Series: Aleksandra Kemble http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/67536 <p> A native of Slovakia, Aleksandra Kemble holds a Doctor of Arts in flute performance from Ball State University. She is a versatile player who has participated in many master classes throughout Europe and studied with teachers who broadened her knowledge and passion for flute. Kemble holds the principal flute position with the La Porte and Elkhart Symphonies and has also performed with multiple orchestras in the Michiana region. Kemble is a devoted educator and holds several university positions as adjunct faculty of flute, including at Andrews University.</p> <p> In conjunction with this concert, the Berrien Springs Garden Club will be offering a light tea reception following this FREE recital.&nbsp; Bring a friend, enjoy nice music, and stay for a chat and a home-made cookie with herbal tea.&nbsp; The HPAC is a handicap-friendly space.</p> Fri, 23 Jan 2026 16:28:01 +0000 Spring Week of Prayer, 1/26-30 http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/67974 <p> <strong>Week of Prayer </strong>will take place from <strong>Jan. 26&ndash;30</strong> with the theme <strong>&ldquo;Unburdened.&rdquo;</strong> In Christ, it is our privilege to live with a clear conscience, free from the burden of guilt and from the burden of bitterness.</p> <p> The speaker for the week will be <strong>Kessia Reyne Bennett,</strong> lead pastor of Pleasant Valley Church in Oregon. Previously, she has served as a pastor at College View Church and Paw Paw Adventist Church as well as a chaplain at Southern Adventist University. While a student at Andrews, she served as a dorm chaplain, improv team leader and MDiv student. Outside of ministry, she enjoys poetry, exploring trails and discovering new music.</p> <p> &nbsp;</p> <p> <strong>Morning Chapel Services</strong><br /> <em>Pioneer Memorial Church (PMC) Sanctuary</em><br /> 11:30 a.m.&ndash;12:20 p.m.</p> <p> Chapel credit will be given for each morning presentation. A modified class schedule will be in effect during the mornings.<br /> <br /> <strong>Monday: &quot;Forgiven/Forgiving&quot;</strong><br /> Most of the pain we live with is misidentified and is actually rooted in our burdened consciences. Live forgiven; live forgiving; live free.<br /> <br /> <strong>Tuesday: &quot;Clear Eyes&quot;</strong><br /> We need a clear vision of the character of Christ so we can have a clear vision of Christ in us (a.k.a. holiness).<br /> <br /> <strong>Wednesday: &quot;No Bitter Root&quot;</strong><br /> Unforgiveness is a pervasive source of pain and sin in human lives. Christ will remove that bitter root from the heart.<br /> <br /> <strong>Thursday: &quot;Counting the Cost, Paying the Price&quot;</strong><br /> To forgive others requires facing the losses we've incurred and then finding our repair in Christ.<br /> <br /> <strong>Friday Morning: &quot;Forgiving Myself&quot;</strong><br /> Often the person we&rsquo;re least ready to forgive is ourselves. But in Christ, by faith, we allow His verdict to overturn our own.</p> <p> <br /> <strong>Evening Prayer Gatherings</strong><br /> <em>Meet in front of Pioneer Memorial Church</em><br /> 7:30 p.m.</p> <p> Each evening, we will meet with fellow college students and church members for a time of prayer. Cocurricular credit will be given for each evening prayer session.</p> <p> <strong>Monday, Tuesday &amp; Thursday Evenings</strong></p> <ul> <li> 10 minutes of personal prayer</li> <li> 10 minutes of prayer in groups of 2&ndash;3</li> <li> 10 minutes of prayer together as a community</li> </ul> <p> <strong>Wednesday Evening</strong></p> <ul> <li> Held at Pioneer Memorial Church</li> <li> Will be formatted as a United Prayer Service, similar to the weekly prayer gatherings on campus</li> </ul> <p> <strong>Friday Evening: &quot;Living Free&quot;</strong></p> <ul> <li> Held at Pioneer Memorial Church</li> <li> Closing words from Kessia Reyne Bennett<br /> &nbsp;</li> </ul> Thu, 22 Jan 2026 16:48:58 +0000 Andrews to Host Spiritual Retreat for Students http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/68760 <p> Andrews University is excited to once again host Standout, a spiritual retreat for high school-aged students from public or homeschool backgrounds, from Feb. 20&ndash;22, 2026.</p> <p> Free of cost for all registered students and sponsors, Standout offers complimentary lodging and meals throughout the weekend. The featured speaker will be Jermaine Gayle, senior pastor of the Kalamazoo Seventh-day Adventist Church.&nbsp;</p> <p> &lt;&lt;&lt; Read the full story at the Lake Union Herald <a href="https://www.lakeunionherald.org/archive/articles/andrews-university-hosts-standout-a-spiritual-retreat-for-public-and-homeschooled-high-school-students">site</a> &gt;&gt;&gt;</p> Thu, 22 Jan 2026 10:01:19 +0000 2026 Newmyer Classic Welcomes Over 40 Teams http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/68759 <p> The annual Newmyer Classic, a high school basketball tournament hosted by Andrews University, returns to campus from Jan. 22&ndash;24, welcoming more than 40 teams from across the United States and Canada.  </p> <p> Formerly known as the Cardinal Classic, the tournament was renamed the Newmyer Classic in 2016 to honor the Newmyer family for their long-standing support of Christian and Seventh-day Adventist education. Now in its 10th year under the Newmyer name, the tournament has become a signature event from the Andrews University Office of Athletics. It emphasizes competitive excellence, sportsmanship and faith-centered fellowship.&nbsp;</p> <p> &lt;&lt;&lt; Read the full story on the Lake Union Herald <a href="https://www.lakeunionherald.org/archive/articles/2026-newmyer-classic-to-welcome-over-40-basketball-teams-to-andrews-university">site</a> &gt;&gt;&gt;</p> Thu, 22 Jan 2026 10:00:01 +0000 Timber Ridge Apartments Now Leasing http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/68758 <p> Timber Ridge Apartments are the newest addition to Andrews University housing, thoughtfully designed for single students seeking a quiet, functional and community-oriented living experience.</p> <p> Apartment Features</p> <ul> <li> Bright living room and dining area</li> <li> Modern kitchen</li> <li> Cozy bedroom</li> <li> Updated bathroom</li> <li> Convenient pantry</li> <li> Unfurnished units</li> </ul> <p> Community Amenities</p> <ul> <li> On-site laundry facility</li> <li> Fitness room</li> <li> High-speed internet</li> <li> Recreational and study spaces</li> <li> Conference room</li> <li> Community center</li> </ul> <div> Timber Ridge Apartments are located off the main campus. Access requires travel along a public road that is not designed for pedestrian traffic. All residents must have access to a personal vehicle.&nbsp;</div> <div> &nbsp;</div> <div> Monthly Pricing</div> <ul> <li> Single Occupancy: $775 per month</li> <li> Double Occupancy: $397.50 per person/month</li> </ul> <p> Availability</p> <ul> <li> Single females (age 22+): available starting spring semester 2026</li> <li> Single males (age 22+): available starting May 2026</li> </ul> <p> Schedule a tour&mdash;we'd love to show you around!</p> Thu, 22 Jan 2026 09:38:25 +0000 Annual Seminary Book Sale, Feb. 3 http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/68752 <p> The Seventh-day Adventist Theological Seminary will host the annual Seminary Booksale on Tuesday, Feb. 3, from 9&ndash;11 a.m. and 12:30&ndash;4 p.m. in the Seminary Commons. The sale is open to all interested people in the University and community. Andrews University Press will offer some of its best deals on classic works like the &quot;Andrews Bible Commentary,&quot; the &quot;Andrews Study Bible,&quot; John C. Peckham&rsquo;s &quot;God With Us,&quot; Ranko Stefanovic&rsquo;s &quot;Revelation of Jesus Christ&quot;&nbsp;and much, much more! Other special sales will be offered on site by the Andrews University Bookstore, the Center for Adventist Research and the Department of World Mission.</p> Thu, 22 Jan 2026 09:27:30 +0000 St. Joseph SDA Church Service, Jan. 24 http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/68757 <p> The St. Joseph Seventh-day Adventist church invites you to join them at 9:30 a.m. for Sabbath School and worship at 10:45 a.m. This week, Miles Kim will lead out in worship with a sermon titled &quot;It Was Not So.&quot; The church is located at 1201 Maiden Lane, St. Joseph, MI.&nbsp;</p> Thu, 22 Jan 2026 09:22:56 +0000 Niles Westside Church Services, Jan. 24 http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/68756 <p> <strong>Niles Westside Adventist Church</strong><br /> 1105 Grant St (at Fairview Ave)<br /> Niles, MI 49120<br /> <a href="https://nileswestsidemi.adventistchurch.org">www.nileswestside.org</a><br /> <strong>Pastor</strong>: Alexander Rybachek</p> <p> <strong>Sabbath School</strong>: 9:45 a.m.<br /> <strong>Church Services</strong>: 8:30 a.m. &amp; 10:55 a.m.</p> <p> <strong>Jan. 24 Sabbath</strong><br /> <strong>8:30 &amp; 11 a.m.</strong>: John Ramsey<br /> <strong>Sermon Title</strong>: Naaman: The Faith to Ask<br /> How often do we keep good things from ourselves simply because we lack the faith or courage to ask? This sermon explores this theme through the story of Naaman. Naaman is willing to do what's hard. He&rsquo;s brought riches, travelled far and is facing certain death. And yet he almost gives up when asked to set reason aside and exercise faith.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> Thu, 22 Jan 2026 09:21:01 +0000