Resources

Speaker

Dwight K. Nelson

Since 1983, Dwight Nelson has served as lead pastor of the Pioneer Memorial Church on the campus of Andrews University. He preaches on the “New Perceptions” telecast, teaches at the theological seminary and has written some books, including The Chosen. He and his wife, Karen, are blessed with two married children and 2 granddaughters.

Offering

Opening Music

"Christ Is Alive: His Love Adored"  •  Kenneth Logan
Kenneth Logan, Minister of Music, Pioneer Memorial Church

Welcome & Call to Worship 

Lindsey Pratt, Associate Pastor, Pioneer Memorial Church

"Most Full, Most Free": A Hymn Cycle

"Love Divine"—SDAH 190, st. 1-3  •  "O Love of God"—SDAH 77, st. 1, 3-4  •  "Jesus Loves Me"—SDAH 190, st. 1, 3
Charles Reid, tenor; Kenneth Logan, Minister of Music, piano

Congregational Prayer

Lindsey Pratt, Associate Pastor

Pioneer Life

Dyas Fanivana, Student

Children's Story & Prayer

Story: Dick Mackie; Prayer: Layla

Scripture Reading 

Patricia Spangler, Member, Pioneer Memorial Church

Worship in Music

"O Love of God, How Strong and True"  •  Kenneth Logan
Charles Reid, tenor, Associate Professor of Music; Kenneth Logan, organ

Message

"A 20:21 Mission for a 2021 Movement: Love Story for a Dark Winter: ' So I Am Sending You'"
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor, Pioneer Memorial Church

Connect Card & Prayer

Lindsey Pratt, Associate Pastor

Closing Music

"What Wondrous Love Is This"  •  traditional American Melody
Kenneth Logan, organ

 

 

Welcome & Call to Worship 

Lindsey Pratt, Associate Pastor, Pioneer Memorial Church

Pioneer Life

Dyas Fanivana, Student

Children's Story & Prayer

Story: Dick Mackie; Prayer: Layla

Praise

"Come Thou Fount"  •  One Day (When We All Get To Heaven)
Leo Aguilera, praise leader; Maia Hamstra, Jaden Leiterman, vocals; Nathaniel Chung, keyboard;
Lucas Aguiar, electric guitar; Andrès Weiss-Segui, electric bass; Alex Aguilera, cajon

Congregational Prayer

Scripture Reading 

John 1:14, 18 NIV
Leo Aguilera

Praise

"Way Maker"  •  "I Surrender"

Message

"A 20:21 Mission for a 2021 Movement: Love Story for a Dark Winter: ' So I Am Sending You'"
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor, Pioneer Memorial Church

Connect Card & Prayer

Closing Song

"Who You Say I Am"

Closing Music

"What Wondrous Love Is This"  •  traditional American Melody
Kenneth Logan, organ

 

 

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Sabbath Vespers

Graduates, family, and friends are invited to attend Sabbath Vespers tonight at 8 PM at the Howard Preforming Arts Center. This beautiful services of tributes and music will be a wonderful way to close the Sabbath.

Fellowship Dinner

There will not be a fellowship dinner this Sabbath.

Offering for May 4, 2024

Pioneer Operating Budget

“Ding!” My phone went off again in my pocket. It was just one of those busy days I was having as a college professor, but with deadlines looming, and students waiting to be taught, I did not really want to deal with my phone notifications at the moment.

Can you relate to that feeling? I have found that technology can often be a wonderful blessing, as it allows me to connect meaningfully with my family members who live all over the world. At the same time, it can sometimes disconnect me from the life that is happening right before my eyes.

One thing I decided to do years ago was to take a weekly Sabbath, on the Sabbath, from my devices, as often as I can. That way, when I gather in worship with my family, my fellow believers, and my students, I can be fully in tune with what is going on.

“And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another—and all the more as you see the Day approaching” (Hebrews 10:24-25, NIV). Today’s offering is for the local church budget. This will help provide the resources necessary to allow us to continue to meet together and worship as one!

North American Division Stewardship Ministries

Pathfinder Bible Experience 2024

 to the Pioneer Evergreens Juniper Team! They earned 1st placed at the 2024 Pathfinder Bible Experience in Colorado. The team thanks the Pioneer Memorial Church members for your prayers.

Bible Repairers & Room Decorators

Are you willing to enjoy a quiet few hours in a Children's Sabbath School room mending Bibles, refreshing the room decor, replenishing table supply kits, or a little deep cleaning? Can you gift one day (or evening) per month to come in to support our awesome volunteers who already do so much on Sabbaths?  Email childrenss@pmchurch.org or text 269-845-0178 including your name, what projects you're willing to help with and we'll get you connected soon. Thanks for adding your gifts.

Adventist Heritage & American History Tour

Explore Scenic New England and it's Rich History from September 1-8, 2024


 

Pastoral Staff Transition at Pioneer

Please see the letter below regarding a Pastoral Staff transition at Pioneer.

Letter from Elder Jim Micheff

Something in Common Sabbath School

Laugh Your Way to a Better Marriage.

  • April 13- The Tale of Two Brain-Part 1
  • April 20-The Tale of Two Brain-Part 2
  • April 27-The #1 Key to Incredible Sex
  • May 4-How to Stay Married and Not Kill Anybody

Everyone is Welcome Sabbath mornings from 10:30-11:30 in PMC room 141.

Oasis Public School Ministry

Oasis Public School Ministry provides a safe community for real talk, good food, fun activities, and building relationships between students, leaders, and God. This ministry is open to all public middle and high school students and meets Tuesdays 6:30-8:00 PM in the 5th grade Sabbath school room. Bring a friend and check it out! For more information, contact Diane at simplestirrings@yahoo.com.