Spring semester GROW Groups will begin the 1st week of February. If you would like to lead a group please text LEAD to 269-281-2345 or click the link below to submit the attached form on or before December 15. https://pmchurch.org/ministries/growgroups/register
Peace on Earth All Over Again
Redux Part 3
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, December 25, 2021
More In This Series
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
Spring Semester GROW Groups
Dr. Woodrow Whidden, 10/15/1944 - 11/11/2025
Woodrow Whidden died peacefully at home beside his loving wife, Peggy, on Tuesday, November 11. He lived a full life devoted to his family, the ministry, teaching and academic writing. Pioneer has been his home church since 1990 when he began teaching at Andrews. Your love, generosity and comforting presence in the days since Woody's passing have meant so much to our family. Everyone is invited to a public memorial service here at Pioneer on Friday, December 5, at 1 PM. Love and Thanks from The Whidden Family
Sabbath School Volunteers Needed
Give our Pioneer kids a gift this holiday season - your time, teaching or supporting Sabbath Schools, 10:30-11:30 AM each Sabbath. Text CHILDREN to 269-281-2345 or email childrenss@pmchurch.org to learn more.
Seeking Voices for Sabbath Video Series!
Adventist Learning Community is producing a short series exploring Sabbath keeping and its impact on everyday life. We're looking for individuals to interview who joined the Adventist Church within the last 15 to 20 years and are comfortable on camera. If you're open to sharing your experience and how Sabbath has shaped your life, please contact Luke Bowers at lbowersweb@gmail.com, we'd love to hear from you!
Join the Traffic Ministry Team!
We’re looking for volunteers to serve in our Traffic Ministry, helping direct vehicles and assist members and guests as they arrive and leave. Your friendly presence helps ensure safety and creates a warm first impression for everyone coming to worship. If you’re interested or want to learn more, please contact Derill Legoh 732-379-1300.
Something in Common Sabbath School
Starting Point video series with Andy Stanley: Everything has a beginning. Every person, every idea, every journey starts somewhere. Whether it's one small step in a new direction or a major event, from that point forward nothing is ever the same. It's not always comfortable. It's not always easy. But it's a start. This 8-part series ends December 6, 2025. Everyone is welcome. PMC Boardroom. 10:30-11:30 Sabbath mornings.
House of Prayer
Pioneer Earlyteen Loft
Please join us for House of Prayer Wednesday evenings at 7pm in the Earliteen Loft for a time of singing, Bible study and prayer.