Resources

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

"[My Savior's Love to Me]"  •  Ralph Vaughan Williams
Kenneth Logan, organ, Minister of Music

Welcome, Call to Worship & Prayer

John Glass, Associate Pastor

"God's Power in Nature": A Hymn Cycle

Sinegugu Katenga, vocal; Simon Brown, violin; Kenneth Logan, organ

Congregational Prayer

Russell & Chloe Murnighan, Andrews University students

Pioneer Life

Interview with Glynis Bradfield
Dwight K. Nelson

Children's Story & Prayer

Story: Lindsey Pratt; Prayer: Juliesia

Scripture Reading

Christiane Gallos, Dorothea Gallos, Pioneer Members

Worship in Music

"Tenderly and With Expresson"  •  Robert Schumann
Jason Marquez, clarinet; Kenneth Logan, piano

Message

"A Promise of Future Love"
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor

Connect Card

 

 

Hymn of Commitment

"Happy the Home"  •  SDAH 655

Benediction

John Glass, Associate Pastor

Closing Music

"Christ We Shall Praise Well"  •  Johann Sebastian Bach
Kenneth Logan, Minister of Music

 

Opening Music

"[My Savior's Love to Me]"  •  Ralph Vaughan Williams
Kenneth Logan, organ, Minister of Music

Welcome, Call to Worship & Prayer

John Glass, Associate Pastor

Praise

"How Deep The Father's Love For Us"
Sinegugu Katenga, Rebecca Puffer, Richla Sabuin, vocals; Gabriel Palacios, piano; Jamison Moore, cello; Trevor Furst, cajon; Joel Wallace, guitar; Ivan Rachath, bass

Congregational Prayer

Russell & Chloe Murnighan, Andrews University students

Baby Dedication

Emily Violet Andersen presented by Chris and Desi Andersen, presented by Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor

Pioneer Life

Interview with Glynis Bradfield
Dwight K. Nelson

Worship in Music

"Tenderly and With Expresson"  •  Robert Schumann
Jason Marquez, clarinet; Kenneth Logan, piano

Children's Story & Prayer

Story: Lindsey Pratt; Prayer: Juliesia

Praise

"Awesome God"  •  "Love Lifted Me"

Scripture Reading

Ephesians 5:31-33 NIV
Sinegugu Katenga

Praise

"The Power Of The Cross"

Message

"A Promise of Future Love"
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor

Connect Card

 

 

Hymn of Commitment

"Happy the Home"  •  SDAH 655

Benediction

John Glass, Associate Pastor

Closing Music

"Christ We Shall Praise Well"  •  Johann Sebastian Bach
Kenneth Logan, Minister of Music

 

Graduation Information

 Welcome to Andrews University Graduation Weekend! Kindly note that overflow seating is available today in the Youth Chapel.

Offering for May 3, 2025

Pioneer Operating Budget

Author Melvin Santos Speaking: While shopping at Lowe’s hardware store one day, I saw a bird trapped inside the store that probably had entered through the outdoor garden section. Its wing seemed broken, it could not fly, and was perhaps too weak from days of not being able to eat. If left alone this bird would die.

I found a discarded box and went over to get the bird. I took that bird home and placed it in a makeshift birdcage and gave it water and food. The next day the bird was more alert and flapping its wings. I took it outside and opened the cage door. The bird slowly walked out and flew to the nearest tree.

I felt great that I was able to help one of God’s little creatures live another day! Jesus’ words, “Consider the ravens, for they neither sow nor reap, which have neither storehouse nor barn; and God feeds them. Of how much more value are you than the birds?” (Luke 12:24, NKJV).

Jesus wants us to trust Him because God the Father cares so much for us. God has placed the church to care for the broken hearted, to help the downtrodden, to proclaim liberty to the captives, and to share the love of Jesus through the various ministries it has set up. 

North American Division Stewardship Ministries

Music Camp at Pioneer!

The Institute of Young Musicians for Christ is excited to be having a music camp at Pioneer Memorial Church! At our music camps young people ages 6-17 are offered an immersive, week-long musical experience. Our quality musical training—combined with fun, friends, and faith-building encounters— provides a truly incredible opportunity. The camp offers tracks for children 6-12 with or without musical experience and a track for teenagers with significant musical experience. To learn more and register, visit iymcsda.org/michigan. We hope to see you there!

Something in Common Sabbath School

Fight Your Way To A Better Marriage series by Dr. Greg and Erin Smalley

  • March 29-State of Your Heart
  • April 5-Safety
  • April 12-The Reactive Cycle
  • April 18-Personal Responsibility
  • April 26-L.U.V.E. Talk
  • May 3-Teamwork

Everyone is Welcome each Sabbath morning to join us in Pioneer Room 141 at 10:30 am,

Lamson Hall Upgrades with Maranatha

From May 11–June 8, 2025, Maranatha Volunteers International will be working at Andrews University to update the Lamson Hall residential rooms and suite bathrooms. Please consider volunteering and letting your family and friends know of this opportunity. All individuals (including local) should sign up at the Maranatha website: https://maranatha.org/volunteer-opportunities/.