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.
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Opening Music
"Take My Life, and Let It Be Consecrated" • Paul Thompson
Andrews Academy Orion Strings, Elsy Gallardo-Díaz, director
Welcome, Call to Worship & Prayer
Lindsey Pratt, Associate Pastor
"Good Shepherd": A Hymn Cycle
"The King of Love My Shepherd Is"—SDAH 197, st. 3-4 • "In Heavenly Love Abiding"—SDAH 513 mel. SDAH 316, st. 2-3 • "Hark! 'Tis the Shepherd's Voice I Hear"— SDAH 361, st. 2-3
Annelise Burghardt, soprano, Andrews University student; Kenneth Logan, organ, Minister of Music
Congregational Prayer
Milton & Neela Bairagee, Pioneer Members
Pioneer Life
Taurus Montgomery, Harbor of Hope
Children's Story & Prayer
Story: Don Goodbrad; Prayer: Julie Habiri
Scripture Reading
Don Starlin, Elder, Pioneer Memorial Church
Worship in Music
"To God Be the Glory" • Paul Thompson
Andrews Academy Orion Strings, Elsy Gallardo-Díaz, director
Message
"Marriage: An Answer to My Eleven Year Old Parishioner"
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor
Connect Card/Prayer
Closing Hymn
"O Love that Wilt Not Let Me Go" • 76
Benediction
Lindsey Pratt, Associate Pastor
Closing Music
Kenneth Logan, Minister of Music
Opening Music
"Take My Life, and Let It Be Consecrated" • Paul Thompson
Andrews Academy Orion Strings, Elsy Gallardo-Díaz, director
Welcome, Call to Worship & Prayer
Lindsey Pratt, Associate Pastor
Worship in Music
"To God Be the Glory" • Paul Thompson
Andrews Academy Orion Strings, Elsy Gallardo-Díaz, director
Congregational Prayer
Milton & Neela Bairagee, Pioneer Members
Pioneer Life
Taurus Montgomery, Harbor of Hope
Pioneer Life: Baptism
Jordynn Wright with Rodlie Ortiz
Children's Story & Prayer
"Holy Water" • "Yes and Amen"
Sinegugu Katenga, Annelise Burghardt, Abel Siamubi, vocals; Joshua Goines, piano; Joel Wallace, electric guitar; Trevor Furst, cajon; Jamison Moore, cello; Philip Wekesa, keyboard
Scripture Reading
1 Corinthians 13:4-7, 13 NIV
Abel Siamubi
Praise
"Falling In Love With Jesus"
Message
"Marriage: An Answer to My Eleven Year Old Parishioner"
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor
Connect Card/Prayer
Closing Hymn
O Love That Will Not Let Me Go • 76
Blessing
Lindsey Pratt, Associate Pastor
Closing Music
Kenneth Logan, Minister of Music
Please join us for House of Prayer meetings each Wednesday evenings at 7 PM in the Earliteen Loft here at Pioneer. We are excited about a new study series lead by our own Pastor Dwight Nelson that will begin on Sept 4th.
Please invite a friend and join us for spiritual shot in the arm in the middle of each week as we sing, share, study, and pray together.
Join us as we prepare amazing choral compositions to sing for select church services throughout the year. New members are needed and will be most welcomed, so give us a try. Our rehearsals are light hearted, and at times comical for those who enjoy humor. Beginning Sept. 3, rehearsals are every Tuesday, from 6:30-8:00 PM in the Early Teen Loft. Come with a spirit of singing and fellowship.
Pioneer Women’s Ministry invites women of all ages to our annual Fall Kickoff Brunch. Let’s welcome fall with friends and good food. Space is limited, text “women” to 269-281-2345 to register.
Our physical health impacts spiritual health: both are vitally important, and maintaining a healthy weight promotes both. That is why we are offering our 10-week Best Weigh Nutrition and Weight Loss Program starting September 16, this time Monday evenings in the PMC commons. Do not let diabetes and high blood pressure sneak up on you! Sign up and invite a friend. Text Health to 269-281-2345 right away!
"The Forever Friends Adventurer Club is back for a new year, and we’re inviting all boys and girls ages 4-9 to join us on September 8, 2024, at the Pioneer Memorial Church Welcome Center! This year we will have lots of adventures with games, crafts, nature hikes, songs, and more – all while growing closer to Jesus. In person registration begins at 9 AM with our first meeting starting at 10 AM. Don’t miss out on a year of friendship, learning, and excitement! For more details, contact Jonathan.burt@pmchurch.org. We hope to see you there! To register text “Adventurers” to 269-281-234 or scan the QR code"
All Adventist Seniors 55 years and up are invited to the first meeting of the new ASM (September to August) year. Bring a dish and join in the potluck on Sunday, September 8, 2024, at 1:00 pm in the Village SDA Church Fellowship Hall. Membership fees for the new year remain the same at $20 per person. Our speaker for the day will be the President of Andrews University, Dr. John Wesley Taylor V. His topic is: Early Adventist Education: 1844-1874. In keeping with this year's celebration of 150 years of Andrews University, come and learn how it all began! We hope to see all members and many guests....so come!
Cheryl Doss, President ASM: for further info, pleae call Cheryl at 269-277-0767.
Join us as we prepare amazing choral compositions to sing for select church services throughout the year. New members are needed and will be most welcomed, so give us a try. Our rehearsals are light hearted, and at times comical for those who enjoy humor. Beginning Sept. 3, rehearsals are every Tuesday, from 6:30-8:00pm in the Early Teen Loft. Come with a spirit of singing and fellowship.
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Revelation 13 – How to Pray for America NOW – Led by Pastor Dwight Nelson. Please join us for House of Prayer meetings each Wednesday evenings at 7:00 PM in the Earliteen Loft here at Pioneer. We are excited about a new study series lead by our own Pastor Dwight Nelson that will begin on September 4. Please invite a friend and join us for spiritual shot in the arm in the middle of each week as we sing, share, study, and pray together.
September 15 • 9:00 AM
Pioneer Commons
Pioneer Women’s Ministry invites women of all ages to our annual Fall Kickoff Brunch. Let’s welcome fall with friends and good food. Space is limited, text “WOMEN” to 269.281.2345 to register.
