A British Winter’s Night concert will be an evening of lively traditional British tunes and ballads. From the popular Vaughan Williams Sea Songs and English Folk Song Suite, to the rousing tunes of the Irish Washerwoman and Country Gardens, this evening is sure to delight! The Andrews University Wind Symphony, under the direction of Denisse Santos-Gooden, will once again collaborate with the Southwestern Michigan College Brass Band under the direction of Mark Hollandsworth. The two ensembles will take the stage at the Howard Performing Arts Center on January 31, 2026 at 8:00 PM. Start off your new year with toe-tapping tunes and swaying sweet melodies! Tickets are available at howard.andrews.edu.
Mission: Impossible (Maybe)
We Are a Missionary Band
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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.
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OPENING MUSIC
“Rejoice, Ye Pure in Heart!” • Kenneth Logan
WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP
John Glass, Associate Pastor
“LOOKING TO JESUS”: A HYMN CYCLE
“Come, Thou Almighty King” • 71
“Wonderful Words of Life” • 286
“We Would See Jesus” • 494, st. 1
“Savior, Teach Me Day by Day” • words from 193 & melody 565
CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER
“Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus” • 290 refrain only
OFFERTORY
“Holy Spirit, Truth Divine” • Healey Willan
CHILDREN’S STORY & PRAYER
SCRIPTURE READING
William Yoong, Pioneer Member
Malachi 4:5-6 NIV
WORSHIP IN MUSIC
“Come Unto Christ” • Sally DeFord
MESSAGE
“Mission: Impossible (Maybe)—We Are a Missionary Band”
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor
PRAYER OF DEDICATION
CLOSING MUSIC
“Voluntary” • John Stanley
OPENING MUSIC
“Rejoice, Ye Pure in Heart!” • Kenneth Logan
WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP
John Glass, Associate Pastor
PRAISE
“Who You Say I Am”
“There Is A Fountain”
CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER
BABY DEDICATION
Avery Greyson Schmeling & Ocean Isaiah Schmeling, presented by Cameron and Khey-Zee Schmeling with Dwight Nelson
WORSHIP IN MUSIC
“Come Unto Christ” • Sally DeFord
OFFERTORY
“Holy Spirit, Truth Divine” • Healey Willan
CHILDREN’S STORY
PRAISE
“Testify to Love”
“Holy Forever”
MESSAGE
“Mission: Impossible (Maybe)—We Are a Missionary Band”
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor
PRAYER OF DEDICATION
CLOSING MUSIC
“Voluntary” • John Stanley
Andrews University invites homeschool and public high school students to attend Standout, taking place February 20–22. This event is designed to serve as a spiritual refueling experience for students who may not have regular access to Adventist revival programs or daily religious instruction. We invite you to learn more and register for this impactful weekend at: https://www.andrews.edu/splash/standout





