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, October 30, 2021

OPENING MUSIC

“Allegro in D”Antonio Vivaldi / Steven Frackenpohl
Andrews Academy String Orchestra Elsy Gallardo-Díaz, director

WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP
 

“GOD OUR LIGHT, ROCK, & FORTRESS”: A HYMN CYCLE

“The Lord Is My Light”  •  “A Shelter in the Time of Storm”  •  “A Mighty Fortress Is Our God”

CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER
 

BABY DEDICATION

Ethan M. Kasuba, presented by Noah Kasuba and Doreen Mwanza with John Glass

CHILDREN’S STORY

Children’s Story: Jessica Yoong; Prayer: Aeba

WORSHIP IN MUSIC

“Deep River” • Spiritual / Carrie Gruselle
Andrews Academy String Orchestra Elsy Gallardo-Díaz, director

MESSAGE

“When They Persecute You”
Dwight K. Nelson

CONNECT CARD
 

HYMN OF COMMITMENT
 

BLESSING
 

CLOSING MUSIC

“A Mighty Fortress Is Our God” • Johann Walther
Kenneth Logan, Minister of Music
 

OPENING MUSIC

“Allegro in D”Antonio Vivaldi / Steven Frackenpohl
Andrews Academy String Orchestra Elsy Gallardo-Díaz, director

WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP
 

CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER
 

PIONEER LIFE
 

WORSHIP IN MUSIC

“Deep River” • Spiritual / Carrie Gruselle
Andrews Academy String Orchestra Elsy Gallardo-Díaz, director

CHILDREN’S STORY

Children’s Story: Jessica Yoong; Prayer: Aeba

PRAISE

“A Shelter in the Time of Storm”  •  “A Mighty Fortress Is our God”

MESSAGE

“When They Persecute You”
Dwight K. Nelson

CONNECT CARD
 

CLOSING SONG
 

BLESSING
 

CLOSING MUSIC

“A Mighty Fortress Is Our God” • Gabriel Palacios
Gabriel Palacios, Andrews University Student
 

A British Winter's Night: Wind Symphony Winter Concert

A British Winter’s Night concert will be an evening of lively traditional British tunes and ballads.  From the popular Vaughan Williams Sea Songs and English Folk Song Suite, to the rousing tunes of the Irish Washerwoman and Country Gardens, this evening is sure to delight! The Andrews University Wind Symphony, under the direction of Denisse Santos-Gooden, will once again collaborate with the Southwestern Michigan College Brass Band under the direction of Mark Hollandsworth. The two ensembles will take the stage at the Howard Performing Arts Center on January 31, 2026 at 8:00 PM. Start off your new year with toe-tapping tunes and swaying sweet melodies! Tickets are available at howard.andrews.edu.

Standout Event

Andrews University invites homeschool and public high school students to attend Standout, taking place February 20–22. This event is designed to serve as a spiritual refueling experience for students who may not have regular access to Adventist revival programs or daily religious instruction. We invite you to learn more and register for this impactful weekend at: https://www.andrews.edu/splash/standout