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Speaker

Dwight K. Nelson

Dwight Nelson served as lead pastor of the Pioneer Memorial Church on the campus of Andrews University from 1983 to 2023. During his time at Pioneer he spoke on the “New Perceptions” telecast, taught at the theological seminary and has written books, including The Chosen. He and his wife, Karen, are blessed with two married children and 2 granddaughters.

Offering

Opening Music

"Were You There?"—Spiritual; Kenneth Logan, organ, Minister of Music  •  "They Led Away My Lord"—Fred J. Allen; Andrews University Wind Symphony, Byron Graves, director

Welcome, Call to Worship & Prayer

Jenifer Daley, Associate Pastor

"Risen From the Dead!": A Hymn Cycle

"Thine Is the Glory"—SDAH 171, st. 1, 3  •  "Christ Is Alive!"—SDAH 182  •  "He Lives!"—SDAH 251, st. 1-2
Safari Shyirakera, vocals, Andrews University student, Charles Reid, vocals, Associate Professor of Music; Max Keller, trumpet, Assistant Professor of Music; Kenneth Logan, organ, Minister of Music

 

Congregational Prayer

Jenifer Daley, Associate Pastor

Children's Story & Prayer

Children's Story: Katie Bugbee; Children's Prayer: Lili Pena

Procession of Hope

Dwight and Karen Nelson

Worship in Music

"Resurrection Joy!"  •  Kenneth Logan
Betania Cañas, flute; Megan Case, oboe; Jason Marquez, clarinet; Erin Penrod, horn; Byron Graves, bass clarinet

Message

"Marriage: Fresh Hope for the 'M' Word - He Lives!"
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor

Hymn of Commitment

"Because He Lives"—SDAH 528

Closing Benediction

Jenifer Daley, Associate Pastor

Closing Music
 

Opening Music

"Were You There?"—Spiritual; Kenneth Logan, organ, Minister of Music  •  "They Led Away My Lord"—Fred J. Allen; Andrews University Wind Symphony, Byron Graves, director

Welcome, Call to Worship & Prayer

Jenifer Daley, Associate Pastor

Praise

Redeemed!—SDAH 338

Prayer

Jenifer Daley, Associate Pastor

Pioneer Life

Baptism of Tim Omwega, with Rodlie Ortiz, Associate Pastor

Children's Story & Prayer

Children's Story: Katie Bugbee; Children's Prayer: Lili Pena

Praise

"Lamb of God"  •  "The Risen Christ"  •  "Worthy Is The Lamb"

Procession of Hope

Dwight and Karen Nelson

 

Worship in Music

"Resurrection Joy!"  •  Kenneth Logan
Betania Cañas, flute; Megan Case, oboe; Jason Marquez, clarinet; Erin Penrod, horn; Byron Graves, bass clarinet

Message

"Marriage: Fresh Hope for the 'M' Word - He Lives!"
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor

Hymn of Commitment

"Because He Lives"—SDAH 528

Closing Benediction

Jenifer Daley, Associate Pastor

Closing Music

"Heroic Postlude"  •  Alec Rowley
Kenneth Logan, organ, Minister of Music

Offering for June 27, 2026

Michigan Advance Partners – Camp Meeting

When thousands of like-minded believers are gathered in the same room with the same purpose: to grow closer to our Lord Jesus, the atmosphere is unique.

This is the atmosphere of camp meeting: all of us together, worshipping our Lord. Christ says that when “two or three are gathered together in my name, I am there in the midst of them” (Matthew 18:19-20). In the Camp Meeting, thousands are gathered together, and Christ is indeed in the midst.

Camp meeting is something to look forward to year after year, for the prayer, and the fellowship, and the revival—but most importantly, for Christ’s presence drawing close to us and our families. Michigan Conference camp meeting would not be possible without Michigan Advance Partners (MAP), which is funded by the faithful giving of Christ’s church. One way to give regularly is to commit 1% of your monthly income to MAP, which will fund camp meeting and other projects and events that we hold close to our hearts.

Today’s loose change will go towards MAP to support camp meeting. You can also give through the Tithe & Offering envelope in the pews or utilize online giving. May the Lord bless you as you give and continue to bless our camp meetings as we seek to draw closer to Him.

North American Division Stewardship Ministries

Hymnsing at The Old Rugged Cross Church

You are invited to a hymnsing at The Old Rugged Cross Church on June 27,  Sabbath, 4:00-5:30 PM.  The Old Rugged Cross Church is located at 61041 Vermont Street, Pokagon, MI 49047. Please bring your Seventh-day Adventist Hymnal.  A free will offering will help to maintain this historic church where the hymn, “The Old Rugged Cross,” was introduced to the public by the composer. For further information, please contact Melchizedek Ponniah, melponniah@gmail.com, or 269-876-7476.

Sun, Fun, and Faith

Sun, Fun, and Faith is returning this summer! Incoming High School Freshman to Outgoing High School Seniors are invited Every Tuesday Night (June 9 - Aug 11) for food, boating, and faith-fueled friendships.

Location and Times Coming soon. Follow @pmcyouthministries on Instagram for more info