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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, December 25, 2021

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12/18/2021
Redux Part 2
12/04/2021
Redux Part 1
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OPENING MUSIC

“The Holy Boy (A Carol of Nativity)” • John Ireland
Organ: Kenneth Logan, Minister of Music

CHRISTMAS WELCOME

 

CHRISTMAS CALL

PASTOR: “Break forth, O beauteous heavenly light, to herald our salvation;”

PEOPLE: “He stoops to earth—the God of might, our hope and expectation.”

PASTOR: “He comes in human flesh to dwell, our God with us, Immanuel,”

PEOPLE: “The light of darkness breaking, our fallen race befriending.”

PASTOR: “O come, let us adore Him, Christ the Lord.”

PEOPLE: Amen.

CHRISTMAS CAROLS:“BORN TO SAVE”

“Good Christians, Now Rejoice"  •  “Now Is Born the Divine Christ Child”  •  “O Little Town of Bethlehem”  •  “Angels from the Realms of Glory”
Leanne Miller, soprano; Byron Graves, clarinet, Kenneth Logan, organ

CHRISTMAS FAMILY PRAYER

Rhonda, Aron, and Stella Tomenko
Sonia Badenas and Marco Sciarabba*

CHRISTMAS BAPTISM*

Do Hyun (Paul) Cho with Hong Pal Ha

CHRISTMAS CAROL

“Away in a Manger”

CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS STORY

Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor

CHRISTMAS READING

Pavel and Sam Tomenko • Davide Sciarabba*
Luke 2:1-7 NKJV

“And it came to pass in those days that a decree went out from Caesar Augustus that all the world should be registered. This census first took place while Quirinius was governing Syria. So all went to be registered, everyone to his own city. Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judea, to the city of David, which is called Bethlehem, because he was of the house and lineage of David, to be registered with Mary, his betrothed wife, who was with child. So it was, that while they were there, the days were completed for her to be delivered. And she brought forth her firstborn Son, and wrapped Him in swaddling cloths, and laid Him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn.”

CHRISTMAS MUSIC

“What Child Is This?” • Kenneth Logan
Betania Cañas, flute; Kenneth Logan, organ

CHRISTMAS HOMILY

“Peace on Earth All Over Again—Redux 3”
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor

CHRISTMAS COMMITMENT

“Of the Father’s Love Begotten” • anon. melody
Elizabeth Wilson, mezzo-soprano

CHRISTMAS BLESSING

 

CLOSING MUSIC

“IN DULCI JUBILO” (“In Sweet Jubilation”)Johann Sebastian Bach
Organ: Kenneth Logan, Minister of Music

*Indicates 11:45 AM Service

 

Offering for May 23, 2026

Michigan Advance Partners

In attempting to implement special projects, many conferences have established various strategies to raise funds to meet the demands of their ministry projects. In Michigan it is suggested that each member give 1 percent of income to support the various Michigan Advance projects which go for Evangelism, Education, Camp Meeting, and Camps as well as individual church projects.

Paul writes, “My friends, we want you to know that the churches in Macedonia have shown others God's gift of undeserved grace. Although they were going through hard times and were very poor, they were glad to give generously. They gave as much as they could afford and even more, simply because they wanted to.” (2 Cor. 8:1-3, CEV). As members of the body of Christ, we have a holy calling to assist each other in carrying out the ministry of the church.

As you worship by returning your tithes and offerings and contributing to the ministries of your conference, Ellen White reminds us that “When you place the Lord first and realize that the Lord's house is dishonored by debt, God will bless you” (Counsels on Stewardship, p. 262). Let’s support Michigan Advance so they can continue to help churches honor the Lord.

—North American Division Stewardship Ministries

Wilson Retirement

Please join us in celebrating the retirement of Barry Wilson after 35 remarkable years of service with the fire department, including his dedicated tenure as liaison to Andrews University. A retirement party will be held in his honor on Sunday, May 31, 1:00 PM at the Berrien Springs Oranoko Fire Dept.

Andrews Academy’s Graduation Weekend Events

Congratulations, Andrews Academy seniors! May the same Lord who got you here lead you into the uncharted adventure ahead! “I am with you always,” is His promise. Everyone is invited to attend graduation weekend events. Class Night May 21, 7:00 PM at Andrews Academy, Consecration May 22, 8:00 PM at Village SDA Church, Baccalaureate May 23, 11:45 AM at PMC, Commencement May 24, 11:00 at PMC.

Hymnsing at The Old Rugged Cross Church

You are invited to a Hymnsing on 23 May, 4:00 PM at The Old Rugged Cross Church, 61041 Vermont Street, Pokagon, MI 49047. Please bring your Seventh-Day Adventist Hymnal. For further information, contact Melchizedek Ponniah at 269-876-7476 or melponniah@gmail.com.

Something in Common Sabbath School

Join us for the “Love Like You Mean It” Series! Sessions will be held in the Pioneer Commons each Sabbath morning from 10:30 to 11:30. Everyone is welcome!

  • May 23: Session Seven - Love is Virtuous
  • May 30: Session Eight - Love is Honest
  • June 6: Session Nine - Love is Tenacious
  • June 13: Session Ten - Love Never Fails