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

Saturday, May 20, 2023

OPENING MUSIC

“Adagio in E Major” • Frank Bridge

WELCOME, CALL TO WORSHIP & PRAYER

Rodlie Ortiz, Associate Pastor

HYMN OF PRAISE

“For All the Saints” • mel. no. 421, words on screens

CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER

“Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus” • 290, refrain only
Rodlie Ortiz, Associate Pastor

WORDS OF APPRECIATION

Ken Denslow, President, Lake Union Conference of Seventh-day Adventists

HYMN OF FAITH

“The Church Has One Foundation” • 348, st. 1-2, 4

OFFERTORY

“Blest Be the Tie That Binds” • Kenneth Logan

CHILDREN’S STORY

Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor

EXPRESSIONS OF GRATITUDE

 

MUSIC OF BLESSING

“A Choral Irish Blessing” • Nicholas Palmer

HYMN OF MEDITATION

”Blest Be the Tie That Binds” • 350

EXPRESSIONS OF GRATITUDE

 

SCRIPTURE READING

William Yoong, Pioneer Member

WORSHIP IN MUSIC

“Sanctus” (“Holy, Holy, Holy”) • Charles Gounod

MESSAGE

“Any Old Bush Will Do”
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor

SONG OF COMMITMENT

“The Lord’s Prayer” • Albert Hay Malotte

CLOSING MUSIC

“Our Father in the Heavenly Kingdom” •  Johann Sebastian Bach
“You Who Live in Unswerving Faith Are Blessed”  •  Johannes Brahms

 

Fellowship Dinner
Pioneer Commons

 There will not be a fellowship dinner on Sabbath following the second worship service.

"Speed Friending" and Dulcimer Concert

The Family Life Committee invites our church family to get to know each other better! We will begin with "speed friending," where we will rotate to different tables around the room to ask each other questions (sample questions will be provided). Then we'll eat a light meal together and end with a captivating hammered dulcimer concert. Ted Yoder will be sharing an eclectic set of impressive originals, fun pop songs, and moving hymns. Sunday, June 29, 4:00-6:30 PM, Pioneer Commons. Registration information will be coming soon.

Offering for June 14, 2025

Women's Ministries Offering

Our offering today helps provide opportunities for Adventist women of North America to create deeper connections with other women—connections both within and beyond our church walls whose ultimate purpose is to invite every woman closer to Jesus. We form connections like one young woman found in a group started by the women of her church for mothers of young children. “This mom’s group has ignited my journey of finding faith in motherhood,” she said. “Knowing I am prayed over daily, and having Godly mentor moms in my life means more than I can tell you.”


We form connections like those of the dedicated women who lead an after-school life skills group for teen girls in their neighborhood, providing essential help for a brighter future. We form connections like evangelistic meetings spearheaded by women bringing a message of hope and wholeness to their communities. These and many more touch points are made possible through the women’s ministries offering. Additionally, this offering helps provide funds for leadership training, equipping women of all ages to better serve Jesus in a variety of ways in their homes, churches, and beyond. Thank you for generously supporting the Adventist women of North America in our mission to make a tangible difference for eternity.

North American Division Stewardship Ministries

Hymnsing at the Old Rugged Cross Church

You are invited to a hymn sing on June 28, 4:00-5:00 PM at The Old Rugged Cross Church, 61041 Vermont St., Pokagon, MI 49047. Please bring your Seventh-day Adventist Hymnal. A freewill offering will help to maintain the church. Please contact Melchizedek Ponniah, 269-876-7476 or melponniah@gmail.com for any additional information.

Something in Common Sabbath School

Something In Common Sabbath School presents The Five Love Languages DVD series.

  • June 14- Love Language Five: Physical Touch
  • June 21- Growing in Love

Everyone is welcome to join us in PMC Room 141 each Sabbath morning from 10:30 - 11:30 AM.