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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

Saturday, August 14, 2021

More In This Series

08/21/2021

Opening Music

"I Want to Walk As a Child of the Light"  •  Wayne Wold
Kenneth Logan, organ, Minister of Music

Welcome, Call to Worship & Prayer

Rodlie Ortiz, Associate Pastor

Hymn of Praise

"Praise, My Soul, the King of Heaven"  •  4
Lisa Jardine, Pioneer Member

Congregational Prayer

Duane & Lori Covrig, Pioneer Members

Children's Story & Prayer

Story: Jennifer Bokon, Teacher, Ruth Murdoch Elementary; Prayer: Arlo

Scripture Reading

Hebrew 12:1-2 NIV
Harold Smith & Jeannie Pedersen-Smith

Worship in Music

"Run the Straight Race Through God's Good Grace"  •  Christian Fink / Kenneth Logan
Alan Mitchell, trombone; Kenneth Logan, organ

Message

"Everyone is Called: Playing to an Empty Stadium (Lessons from the Olympiad)"  •  Dwight K. Nelson

Connect Card

 

Hymn of Response

"Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus"  •  290
Lisa Jardine

Benediction

Rodlie Ortiz, Associate Pastor, Pioneer Memorial Church

Closing Music

"My Jesus"  •  Johannes Brahms
Kenneth Logan, organ, Minister of Music

 

Opening Music

"I Want to Walk As a Child of the Light"  •  Wayne Wold
Kenneth Logan, Organ, Minister of Music

Welcome, Call to Worship & Prayer

Rodlie Ortiz, Associate Pastor

Praise

"Blessed Assurance"

Congregational Prayer

Trey and Galaletsang Mbaiwa, Pioneer Members

Pioneer Life

Baptism of Andrew Tidwell with Rodlie Ortiz
Baptism of Joshua Smalley with Rodlie Ortiz

Worship in Music

"Run the Straight Race Through God's Good Grace"  •  Christian Fink / Kenneth Logan
Alan Mitchell, trombone; Kenneth Logan, organ

Children's Story & Prayer

Story: Jennifer Bokon, Teacher, Ruth Murdoch Elementary; Prayer: Arlo

Praise

"Wonderful, Merciful Savior"  •  "The Power of Your Love"  •  "Fill My Cup Lord"

Scripture Reading

Hebrews 12:1-2 NIV

Message

"Everyone is Called: Playing to an Empty Stadium (Lessons from the Olympiad)"
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor, Pioneer Memorial Church

Connect Card

 

Closing Hymn

"Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus"

Closing Remarks/Blessing

Rodlie Ortiz, Associate Pastor, Pioneer Memorial Church

Closing Music

"My Jesus"  •  Johannes Brahms
Kenneth Logan, Organ, Minister of Music
 

Sabbath School Lessons Overview of I & II Corinthians

Dr Erhard Gallos will present an overview of I & II Corinthians, third quarter Sabbath School lessons on July 11, 4:00-5:30 PM at the PMC Commons. All are welcome. Contact Melchizedek Ponniah at 269-876-7476 for information.

Register Now for Andrews Academy

Andrews Academy is now enrolling students in grades 9 - 12 for the 2026/2027 school year. We invite you to join the AA family! You will be blessed by what Andrews Academy has to offer. Students consistently score above state and national levels on standardized testing; they are involved in many spiritual and service activities throughout the school year. Our Seventh-day Adventist school’s mission is to inspire our students to think deeply, live fully, serve unselfishly and to honor God completely. School begins on August 19.Check-In day is August 13. Financial assistance may be available. Call 269-471-3138 for more information or visit https://www.andrews.edu/aa/ and click on “apply today”.

Fellowship Dinner
Pioneer Commons

There is no fellowship dinner this Sabbath.

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

Something in Common Sabbath School

Relatable

In this six-session video Bible study (guide sold separately), Louie Giglio explores the fundamental question of what makes us relatable to others. He shows how God can change our perspective on relationships, give us greater purpose in dating and marriage, bring us peace in the midst of conflict, and help us restore relationships that seem broken beyond repair.

Begins June 20 at 10:30 AM in the Pioneer Commons. Everyone is welcome.

  • June 27 - “The Man/Woman in the Mirror”
  • July 4 - “A God to Call Father”
  • July 11 - “The Friend Everyone Longs for”
  • July 18 - “Becoming Someone vs. Finding Someone”
  • July 25 - “Handshake of Peace”
  • August 1 - “Bonus: Why Date?”
  • August 8 - “Bonus: Marriage with a Mission”
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