Out of His deep love for humanity, God changes our lives and asks us to move His love into our community and world. We are uniquely positioned at Andrews University to share the story of God’s love from the residence halls to the farthest parts of the earth. We accomplish our mission by engaging people across generations to be disciples of Jesus through the process of Connect. Grow. Serve. Go.
Pioneer Media supports the local ministry needs related to classroom and teaching technology. It also creates content for and manages Pioneer's online presence and produces our broadcast television program.
We have volunteer teams that help you to serve the church and the neighborhood in a variety of ways. The best place to serve is where you’re using your God-given gifts, talents, and passions the most.
Your financial gift helps support ministry here at Pioneer. From local to global ministry, keeping our facility safe and clean, to outreach and family growth activities, it all provides a space to worship, learn, and grow together. We invite you to Give Purposefully, Give Faithfully, and Give Joyfully.
Since 1983, Dwight Nelson has served as lead pastor of the Pioneer Memorial Church on the campus of Andrews University. He preaches on the “New Perceptions” telecast, teaches at the theological seminary and has written some books, including The Chosen. He and his wife, Karen, are blessed with two married children and 2 granddaughters.
"Voluntary" • John Stanley
Kenneth Logan, organ, Minister of Music
Welcome & Call to Worship
Rodlie Ortiz, Associate Pastor
"Joyful!": A Hymn Cycle
"Rejoice, Ye Pure in Heart!"—SDAH 27, st. 1, 4 • "Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee"—SDAH 12, st. 1-2 • "For the Beauty of the Earth"—565, st. 1-3 • "To God Be the Glory"—SDAH 341, st. 1, 3
Andrews Academy Silhouettes, Marcelo Martins, director; Kenneth Logan, organ, Minister of Music
Congregational Prayer
Ademir & Hebe Soares, Pioneer Deacon Coordinators
Pioneer Life
Welcome to Prescott and Korissa Khair with Dwight K. Nelson and Karen Nelson
Children's Story & Prayer
Children's Story: Dr. Ponniah; Children's Prayer: Arlo and Emmett
Scripture Reading
Debbie Michel, Elder, Pioneer Memorial Church
Worship in Music
"I Have Fixed My Mind on Another Time" • David Huntsinger
Andrews Academy Silhouettes, Marcelo Martins, director and piano; Charles Reid, tenor, Associate Professor of Music
Homily
"Marriage: No Money Down with Zero Percent Interest"
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor
Connect Card
Closing Hymn
"Love at Home"
Raleigh Pettey, Andrews University Student
Benediction
Rodlie Ortiz, Associate Pastor
Closing Music
"Allegro Moderato" • Felix Mendelssohn
Kenneth Logan, organ
Opening Music
"Voluntary" • John Stanley
Kenneth Logan, organ, Minister of Music
Welcome to Prescott and Korissa Khair with Dwight K. Nelson
Children's Story & Prayer
Children's Story: Dr. Ponniah; Children's Prayer: Arlo and Emmett
Worship in Music
"I Have Fixed My Mind on Another Time" • David Huntsinger
Andrews Academy Silhouettes, Marcelo Martins, director and piano; Charles Reid, tenor, Associate Professor of Music
Homily
"Marriage: No Money Down with Zero Percent Interest"
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor
Connect Card
Closing Song
"Love at Home"
Raleigh Pettey, Andrews University Student
Benediction
Rodlie Ortiz, Associate Pastor
Closing Music
"Allegro Moderato" • Felix Mendelssohn
Kenneth Logan, organ
Offering for April 20, 2024
Pioneer Operating Budget
Smells can bring a flood of memories to your brain.
A special family recipe can spark a whole host of thoughts and emotions as it passes through your home if someone is making a meal. There are recipes that my mother and my grandmother have made, that still bring me joy when we get together and they are cooked for the family. One thing I am still mastering is the art of making good bread. I love the smell of fresh-baked, homemade bread, and it is always something that I look forward to making.
What has brought even more joy is involving my children in the baking process, when it is possible. Baking and cooking are skills that can be taught and learned. Similarly, our church has a rich heritage of passing along the lessons we know in order to build up the next generation.
The Bible encourages teaching and sharing what we know! “And the things you have heard me say in the presence of many witnesses entrust to reliable people who will also be qualified to teach others” (2 Timothy 2:2, NIV).
Ministries such as Sabbath School classes help us connect and better know the “recipe” for a better life in Christ, and how to practically live out our Christianity outside of these church walls. Today’s offering is for our local church budget, which supports ministries such as Sabbath school.
—North American Division Stewardship Ministries
Introduction to Trauma Aware Workshop
You are invited to a special free event to learn about how trauma may impact the individuals and communities you serve.
Pastoral Staff Transition at Pioneer
Please see the letter below regarding a Pastoral Staff transition at Pioneer.
The Pioneer Women Ministries invites you explore the topic of “Hope” with us on Sunday, April 28 form 3-5 PM in the Teen Loft. The program will include fellowship time with games and puzzles. Please bring snacks to share with your table: cut fruit, pretzels, cookies, munchies be creative! Drinks will be provided! Join us for this time of encouragement. To Register text “HOPE” at 269-281-2345
Free Bibles
The lost and found ministry at PMC has placed a table in the Main Lobby (Narthex) containing Bibles which have been in lost and found for more than a year and not been claimed. Some have names on them and some do not. You are welcome to take a Bible for yourself or a friend. Please read and enjoy, For other lost and found item, there is a cupboard in the lower lobby welcome center where these items are kept. You can ask during the week for a secretary to help you check if your lost item is there. After items have been in lost and found for more than three months they are sent to Neighbor to Neighbor so be sure and check on your items soon after you lose them.
Quiet Activity Bags for Kids in Church
Pioneer warmly welcomes young families! Quiet activity bags for children are available to borrow, enjoy, and return each Sabbath morning. Select a larger bag for 1 to 3 year-olds or a smaller one for 3 to 9 year-olds. Pick up a bag in the Narthex or the organ side front entrance lobby. Return as soon as finished so others can enjoy.
Oasis Public School Ministry
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 all public middle and high school students and meets Tuesdays 6:30-8:00 PM in the 5th grade Sabbath school room. Bring a friend and check it out! For more information, contact Diane at simplestirrings@yahoo.com.
Clear Reception
Join us for Bible study and reading "Mere Christianity" an adaption of BBC radio broadcasts by C.S. Lewis during WWII. We plan to build simple radio sets like the ones people listened to Mr. Lewis on. We will meet the first and third Tuesday of each month from 7:00-9:30, in the lobby of the Simulator Building at Andrews University Airpark. Register by clicking on the 'Grow Groups" link at the bottom of Pioneer Memorial Church's web page, then select the option of "Join a Community Group".
BELONG Ministries 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.
