Resources

Speaker

Dwight K. Nelson

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.

Offering

Opening Music

"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 & Call to Worship 

Rodlie Ortiz, Associate Pastor

Praise

"Blessed Assurance"
Taznir Smalling, Julio Santana, Raleigh Pettey, vocals; Marcelo Martins, piano; Kenneth Logan, organ; Nancy Ruiz, guitar; Johnny Schnepp, cello

Congregational Prayer

Ademir & Hebe Soares, Pioneer Deacon Coordinators

Praise

"Breathe"  •  "We Fall Down"

Scripture Reading

 

Praise

"I Surrender"  •  "I Surrender All"

Pioneer Life

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

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Grow Groups Leaders Wanted

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 at pmchurch.org/ministries/growgroups/register.

Fellowship Dinner

There will be a fellowship dinner, following the second worship service in the commons on the lower level. Visitors are always welcome.

Offering for December 9, 2023

Adventist Community Services

People come in all shapes and sizes, and so do their needs. Adventist Community Services offers diverse services tailored to fit the needs of the vulnerable in their community.

David walked into Joseph’s Storehouse Food Pantry, an ACS center in Oklahoma. The staff soon learned that he had recently been released from prison and was saving money to rent an apartment. At the time, he was living in a tent near a creek just outside of town and had no way to cook. David chose food that was ready to eat out of the package.

Realizing that more was needed, a volunteer invited him back the next day to pick up cooking items. The volunteer went shopping for items they didn’t already have at the center and soon, David received a small cook stove, fuel, can opener, and cookware when he returned. ACS continues to assist David with food when he runs low, and prays for his safety and for God’s continued presence.

Whether giving food and cooking gear, dental care, clothing, after school tutoring, or English language skills, your ACS offering paves a pathway forward for somebody in need.

Ellen White shared, “The Savior mingled with men as one who desired their good. He showed His sympathy for them, ministered to their needs, and won their confidence. Then He bade them, ‘Follow Me’” (Ministry of Healing, p. 143).

Adventist Community Service’s ministries mingle in our communities, bringing Jesus’ goodwill to the people. Join us and become the practical hands and feet of God in our world.

—North American Division Stewardship Ministries

Pioneer Annual Christmas Breakfast

Our annual Christmas breakfast potluck will be on December 23, 2023, from  9:00 - 10:15 AM at the Commons. Bring your favorite breakfast to share.

A-J - breakfast casserole or hot/cold cereal
K-R - bread, muffin, or pastries
S-Z - fruits

Pioneer will provide hot and cold drinks and nuts.

Soup for Students

Pioneer Young Adult Ministries is hosting Soup for Students. All Collegiate-aged individuals are welcomed to attend and enjoy soup and a touch of home while studying for finals.  Volunteers can contact Prescott Khair (prescott.khair@pmchurch.org) or text SOUP to 269-281-2345.

You Visited Me

Jesus said, "When I was in prison, you visited Me."  If you have a heart for reaching out to a lonely person in need of encouragement while incarcerated, have I got a person for you!  Please contact Sue Wein (whitewsu@andrews.edu).  I will give you the details and help you in connecting with her.

4th Annual "First Advent" Reflections

It is time to join the 4th Annual "First Advent Reflections". This Christmas season the Pioneer Women’s Ministries Team is delighted to invite you to reflect on Handel's "Messiah".

A daily email and a text will be sent to the ladies who sign-up. To register text the word "Hallelujah" to 269-281-2345

Howard Center Presents "Welcome Christmas: Peace on Earth"

The award-winning Andrews University Singers and Chorale conducted by Stephen Zork collaborate with the Andrews University Symphony Orchestra conducted by Marc Élysée in the 25th annual presentation of Welcome Christmas. The theme of the concert is “Peace on Earth” and comprised of a festive garland of heartwarming and endearing sacred and secular symphonic choral works and carols. The variety of musical offerings encompass Giacomo Puccini’s “Gloria” to Harry Simeon’s choral setting of “’Twas the Night Before Christmas”. Join us for this special concert featuring special guest soloists and presenters.

Christmas Banquet for Seniors Sunday, December 10

The Christmas Banquet for Seniors comes this year on Sunday, the 10th of December, at 1:00 PM at the Village Church Fellowship Hall. This year, Village Church is responsible for decorating the tables, the meal, and the program. (Next year it will be PMC's turn.) The cost of the meal is $20 for everyone. However, PMC and Village Church will pay for all attending Senior members of their respective churches. All other Senior members will need to pay at the door. If you have not yet signed up for the Christmas Banquet, please call either the Village SDA Church at 269-471-7795 OR Pioneer Memorial Church at 269-471-3133 OR Cleon White at 269-471-5553 by December 5.

Something in Common presents the Love and Respect video series with Dr. Emerson Eggerich

The Series continues each Sabbath through December 16. Come join us in PMC Room 141 each Sabbath morning from 10:30-11:30. Everyone is welcome on Sabbath mornings from 10:30-11:30 AM in Room 141

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