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
 

Master Guide Toolbox!

Please join us for the next Master Guide Toolbox event at the Andrews University Seminary, February 6-7, 2026! Share with your friends, colleagues, students or in your newsletters! If you have any questions, please contact Cheryl Logan at cjhlogan@gmail.com. Spread the word! 

ZOOM IN! Summer Camp 2026

 ZOOM IN! to God’s Amazing World at The Crayon Box Summer Camp, running June 1–August 20, 2026. Children entering Kindergarten through age 12 will enjoy a summer filled with nature, science, creativity, teamwork, and play as they explore how God’s hand is at work all around them. Each themed week encourages campers to notice the small wonders, big ideas, and amazing details of God’s creation. Located on the beautiful campus of Andrews University, The Crayon Box offers a safe, joyful, faith-centered place for children to spend their summer vacation with on-campus adventures, campus field trips, and visits from zoo and wildlife educators. Enrollment is open now at andrews.edu/services/crayonbox/summercamp. Space is limited. Forms are due May 18, 2026.

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