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
“Now Thank We All Our God” • Carl Piutti *
“Prelude in F Major” • Fanny Mendelssohn Hensel **
WELCOME
Rodlie Ortiz, Associate Pastor
CALL TO WORSHIP
Lindsey Pratt, Associate Pastor
OPENING PRAYER
Taurus Montgomery, Associate Pastor Harbor of Hope
OPENING HYMN
“Lift High the Cross” • 362
REMARKS
Bryan von Dorpowski, co-Head Elder
CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER
Jenifer Daley, Associate Pastor
“Now Thank We All Our God” • 559, st. 1
CALL FOR CHILDREN’S OFFERING
Prescott Khair, Associate Pastor
OFFERTORY
“O Lamb of God, Unspotted” • Johann Sebastian Bach
CHILDREN’S STORY & PRAYER
Ben Martin, Associate Pastor
WORSHIP IN MUSIC
“Declare Your Maker’s Praise!” • arr. Lloyd Larson
PRAISE
“In Christ Alone”
“How Great is Our God”
MESSAGE
“Return to Calvary: The Done Deal (How to Find Peace of Mind)”
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor
HYMN OF COMMITMENT
“We Have This Hope” • 214
BENEDICTION
John Glass, Associate Pastor
CLOSING MUSIC
“Be Thou My Vision” • traditional Irish melody *
“Now Thank We All Our God” • Carl Piutti **
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.
