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

"Marvelous Grace of Our Loving Lord"  •  Daniel Towner
Kenneth Logan, organ, Minister of Music

Welcome

Rodlie Ortiz, Associate Pastor

"Stand Up!": A Hymn Cycle

"Lead On, O King Eternal"  •  "Father, Lead Me Day by Day"  •  "Stand Up! Stand Up for Jesus!"
Hymn Leaders: Fabio Siniscarchio, Rob Raney, Raleigh Pettey; Kenneth Logan, organ, Minister of Music

Congregational Prayer

Prescott Khair, Associate Chaplain

Pioneer Life

Rodlie Ortiz, Associate Pastor

Children's Story & Prayer

Children's Story: John Glass; Prayer: Asher

Worship in Music

"'Tis So Sweet to Trust in Jesus"  •  Wayne Hooper
Vocal Quartet: Fabio Siniscarchio, Raleigh Pettey, Robert Raney, Nathan Cheng

Message

"How to Become an Influencer: Damascus Road"
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor

Congregational Response in Song

"The Lord's Prayer"  •  Albert Malotte
Brenton Offenback, PMC Sanctuary Choir director

Benediction

Rodlie Ortiz, Associate Pastor

Closing Music

"Our Father in the Heavenly Kingdom"  •  Felix Mendelssohn
Kenneth Logan, Minister of Music

 

Opening Music

"Marvelous Grace of Our Loving Lord"  •  Daniel Towner
Kenneth Logan, Minister of Music

Welcome

Rodlie Ortiz, Associate Pastor

Praise

Victory in Jesus

Congregational Prayer

Chase Wilder, AU Student Association Religious Vice-President

Pioneer Life

Rodlie Ortiz, Associate Pastor

Worship in Music

"'Tis So Sweet to Trust in Jesus"  •  Wayne Hooper
Vocal Quartet: Fabio Siniscarchio, Raleigh Pettey, Rob Raney, Nathan Cheng

Children's Story

Children's Story: John Glass; Prayer: Asher

Praise

Wonderful Words of Life  •  Reckless Love

Message

"How to Become an Influencer: Damascus Road"
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor

Congregational Response in Song

"The Lord's Prayer"  •  Albert Malotte
Brenton Offenback, PMC Sanctuary Choir director

Blessing

Rodlie Ortiz, Associate Pastor

Closing Music

"Our Father in the Heavenly Kingdom"  •  Felix Mendelssohn
Kenneth Logan, organ, 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/.