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

“Beyond the Horizon” • R. Galante Andrews University Wind Symphony Byron Graves, director

WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP

Lindsey Pratt, Associate Pastor

“GIVE”: A HYMN CYCLE

“Praise, My Soul, the King of Heaven” words no. 4 st. 1-3, mel. no. 538
“I Love to Tell the Story” • 457 st. 1, 3
“Give of Your Best to the Master” • 572 st. 2-3
“O Master, Let Me Walk With Thee” • 574 st. 2-3

CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER

 

CHILDREN’S STORY

“Here, Take This Lovely Flower” • F. Ticheli

SCRIPTURE READING

Brenda Schalk, Pioneer Member
Hebrews 10:23-25

WORSHIP IN MUSIC
“Variants on a Shape-Note Tune [PISGAH]”
J. Vinson

MESSAGE

“Why Some of Your Friends Are Flourishing in a Languishing World—Sign Me Up!”
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor

HYMN OF COMMITMENT

“Blest Be the Tie That Binds” • 350

BENEDICTION

 

CLOSING MUSIC

“Blest Be the Tie That Binds” • Johann Naegeli

 

OPENING MUSIC

“Beyond the Horizon” • R. Galante
Andrews University Wind Symphony Byron Graves, director

WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP

Lindsey Pratt, Associate Pastor

PRAISE

“Crown Him With Many Crowns”
“I Need Thee Every Hour”

CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER

 

WORSHIP IN MUSIC

“Variants on a Shape-Note Tune [PISGAH]”
J. Vinson

CHILDREN’S STORY

“Here, Take This Lovely Flower” • F. Ticheli

PRAISE

“All Creatures of Our God and King”
“The Church Has One Foundation”

MESSAGE

“Why Some of Your Friends Are Flourishing in a Languishing World—Sign Me Up!”
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor

HYMN OF COMMITMENT

“Blest Be the Tie That Binds”

BENEDICTION

 

CLOSING MUSIC

“Blest Be the Tie That Binds” • Johann Naegeli

 

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.

Pizza and Parables

Pizza & Parables, Where faith meets flavor! Every Wednesday from 6:30–7:30 PM, high school students are invited for pizza, Bible study, and friends. Come hungry for both food and the Word! Meet in the Pioneer Youth Chapel.

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.

Pages