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

OPENING MUSIC

“Christ Is the World’s Light”  •  anon. / Robert Hobby

WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP

 

“IN LIGHT ACCESSIBLE”: A HYMN CYCLE

“Immortal, Invisible”  •  “O Worship the King”  •  “For the Beauty of the Earth”  •  “Christ, Whose Glory Fills the Skies”

CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER

 

APPEAL FOR RELIGIOUS LIBERTY

John Nay

CHILDREN’S STORY

Children’s Story: Ryan Hayes
Prayer: Laural

SCRIPTURE READING

Katie Mosheti
John 1:1-4

WORSHIP IN MUSIC

“O Day of Rest and Gladness”  •  David von Kampen

MESSAGE

“A Banner Unfurled: ‘All the Light We Cannot See’”
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor

CONNECT CARD

 

HYMN OF COMMITMENT

“At the Name of Jesus”

BENEDICTION

 

CLOSING MUSIC

“Bless the Lord, O My Soul” (Psalm 104)  •  Charles Wood

 

OPENING MUSIC

“Christ Is the World’s Light”  •  anon. / Robert Hobby

WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP

 

PRAISE

“Holy, Holy, Holy”

CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER

 

APPEAL FOR RELIGIOUS LIBERTY

John Nay

WORSHIP IN MUSIC

“O Day of Rest and Gladness”  •  David von Kampen

CHILDREN’S STORY

Children’s Story: Ryan Hayes
Prayer: Laural

PRAISE

“Psalm 150 (Praise The Lord)”  •  “God of Wonders / Agnus Dei”“He Will Hold Me Fast”

MESSAGE

“A Banner Unfurled: ‘All the Light We Cannot See’”
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor

CONNECT CARD

 

HYMN OF COMMITMENT

“At the Name of Jesus”

BENEDICTION

 

CLOSING MUSIC

“Bless the Lord, O My Soul” (Psalm 104)  •  Charles Wood

 

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.

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.

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