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.
More In This Series
OPENING MUSIC
“Alleluia! Laudamus Te” (“We Praise Thee”) • Alfred Reed
WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP
HYMN OF PRAISE
“Lift High the Cross” • 362, st. 1-2, 4-5
CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER
“What Wondrous Love Is This?” • 162, st. 1
WORSHIP IN MUSIC
“An Upper Room Did Our Lord Prepare”
O WALY, WALY, trad. English / Christopher Nelson
MESSAGE
“Return to Calvary: The Absent Daddy (How to Find Your Father)”
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor
THE CLEANSING
FOOTWASHING
THE LORD’S SUPPER
SCRIPTURE
1 Corinthians 11:23-26
Rebecca von Dorpowski, Pioneer Co-Head Elder
PRAYER
Bryan von Dorpowski, Pioneer Co-Head Elder
PASSING OF EMBLEMS
“The Love of God” • Frederick Lehman
PARTAKING OF ELEMENTS
HYMN OF COMMITMENT
“Sent Forth by God’s Blessing” • 407
BENEDICTION
CLOSING MUSIC
“Lift High the Cross” • Donald Busarow
Overcoming Emotions that Destroy - a DVD series with Chip Ingram
We all struggle with angry feelings, brought on by tension, pressure, and the blocked goals and frustrations of day-to-day life. The broken and stressed relationships that result from these feelings can overwhelm us. But there is hope. With the right help, you too can overcome those emotions that destroy. Everyone is welcome to join us each Sabbath through October 11. We meet in Pioneer Board Room.
Pioneer Children and Family Discipleship is excited to embark on a special journey of intentionally experiencing the delight of the Sabbath during the 2025-2026 school year. Please sign up for occasional notices about Pioneer-sponsored Sabbath Delight events as well as ideas for things you and your family can do to cultivate a deeper appreciation for Sabbath. We will also look forward to hearing from you about what you and your family are doing each week to call the Sabbath a delight. All are welcome. To sign up for the challenge, please text SABBATH to 269-281-2345.
