Enci Chen - BCAF Deacon
Vivian Fiuza - Photographer
Carl Hygrant - Deacon
Eunice Lee - BCAF Head Deaconess
Miriam Morgan-Skinner - RMES Board Member
Renette Protecop-Prentice - RMES Board Member
How to Become an Influencer: Paul—A Biography
Damascus Road
Resources
Speaker
Dwight K. NelsonDwight 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, September 04, 2021
More In This Series
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
VEC First Reading
Caring Hearts and Woman's Ministries Seminar
Did you lose something? Or someone? Come hear Frank Hasel, from the Biblical Research Institute, share his story of loss on October 25 at 6 PM at the AFM Training Center, Morgan Hall. 10652 Rangeline Road, Berrien Springs. Refreshments will be served after the presentation, and books will be available for purchase (cash only). Sponsored by Caring Hearts and Pioneer Women's Ministries.
Follow Me A Weekend of Discipleship
What does it really mean to follow Jesus?
This weekend, we’ll explore the heart of discipleship—what it truly means to walk with Jesus through life’s highs and lows. Through the ups and downs that define student life today—academic stress, identity questions, friendships, family tension, and digital noise—we’ll explore what following Christ really looks like. Not in theory, but in real life. In your life.
Jesus said, “Follow Me.” That’s more than a call—it’s a collision with everything else competing for your attention. It’s not about perfect performance or polished faith. It’s a radical invitation to walk with Jesus wherever He leads, no matter the cost. And it will cost you. Comfort. Control. Maybe even popularity. But what you gain is far greater—life with the King, purpose that doesn't fade, and hope that holds in every storm.
The question is not just, “Is He calling?”
The question is: How will you respond?
Please join Pioneer and GYC for a special weekend series October 24 and 25 to learn more.
Church Offices Closed
Church offices will be closed for the Columbus Day Holiday on Monday October 13.
Graduate and Young Professionals Sabbath School
We are launching our Graduate/Young Professional Sabbath School on October 18th. The class will be held in the Student Center's leadership lab. If you have any questions contact Chaplain Jacob Gibbs.
Andrews Academy Alumni Weekend October 17 & 18
Andrews Academy invites you to ALUMNI WEEKEND, October 17-19, 2025. Come and reunite with your AA family. Remember the defining moments of your past and reconnect with old friends. We look forward to seeing all of you once again at our Alumni Reunion! (All are invited, this year’s honored classes end in 5 and 0).
AA Freshman Class Fundraiser
Please, support the AA Freshman class by ordering pupusas and more by October 17th. Pupusas freeze well! Order for future dinners!!!
Annual Hayride
The Family Life Committee invites our church family to the Annual Hayride at Five Pines Ministries. Come enjoy hayrides through the woods, a bonfire with s'mores, warm food, and even warmer fellowship. Sunday, October 12, 5-7 PM, 6597 Smith Rd in Berrien Center. Join us for this fun, autumn tradition!
Announcing Honduras mission trip
Do you love serving children? If so please prayerfully consider joining the Pioneer Youth Mission team of college students and church members. We will be serving at the Hogar de Niños in Honduras from January 2-12, 2026. Question, contact Scott Schalk or Glenn Russell at glenn@andrews.edu
Help Pack 7,000 Bags for Christmas Behind Bars
On Sunday, October 26, beginning at 9 am in Johnson Gym, 400 people will have the opportunity to help pack 7,000 bags for our Christmas Behind Bars event. Join us for this fast-paced, fun, and family-friendly event sponsored by Pioneer Memorial Church and Andrews University. Use this link to sign up: https://forms.gle/H9pHrvudPiex8yns5 (Your presence and invitation to others helps to support our strategic initiatives for PIONEER.)
