Resources

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

Opening Music

"[My Savior's Love to Me]"  •  Ralph Vaughan Williams
Kenneth Logan, organ, Minister of Music

Welcome, Call to Worship & Prayer

John Glass, Associate Pastor

"God's Power in Nature": A Hymn Cycle

Sinegugu Katenga, vocal; Simon Brown, violin; Kenneth Logan, organ

Congregational Prayer

Russell & Chloe Murnighan, Andrews University students

Pioneer Life

Interview with Glynis Bradfield
Dwight K. Nelson

Children's Story & Prayer

Story: Lindsey Pratt; Prayer: Juliesia

Scripture Reading

Christiane Gallos, Dorothea Gallos, Pioneer Members

Worship in Music

"Tenderly and With Expresson"  •  Robert Schumann
Jason Marquez, clarinet; Kenneth Logan, piano

Message

"A Promise of Future Love"
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor

Connect Card

 

 

Hymn of Commitment

"Happy the Home"  •  SDAH 655

Benediction

John Glass, Associate Pastor

Closing Music

"Christ We Shall Praise Well"  •  Johann Sebastian Bach
Kenneth Logan, Minister of Music

 

Opening Music

"[My Savior's Love to Me]"  •  Ralph Vaughan Williams
Kenneth Logan, organ, Minister of Music

Welcome, Call to Worship & Prayer

John Glass, Associate Pastor

Praise

"How Deep The Father's Love For Us"
Sinegugu Katenga, Rebecca Puffer, Richla Sabuin, vocals; Gabriel Palacios, piano; Jamison Moore, cello; Trevor Furst, cajon; Joel Wallace, guitar; Ivan Rachath, bass

Congregational Prayer

Russell & Chloe Murnighan, Andrews University students

Baby Dedication

Emily Violet Andersen presented by Chris and Desi Andersen, presented by Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor

Pioneer Life

Interview with Glynis Bradfield
Dwight K. Nelson

Worship in Music

"Tenderly and With Expresson"  •  Robert Schumann
Jason Marquez, clarinet; Kenneth Logan, piano

Children's Story & Prayer

Story: Lindsey Pratt; Prayer: Juliesia

Praise

"Awesome God"  •  "Love Lifted Me"

Scripture Reading

Ephesians 5:31-33 NIV
Sinegugu Katenga

Praise

"The Power Of The Cross"

Message

"A Promise of Future Love"
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor

Connect Card

 

 

Hymn of Commitment

"Happy the Home"  •  SDAH 655

Benediction

John Glass, Associate Pastor

Closing Music

"Christ We Shall Praise Well"  •  Johann Sebastian Bach
Kenneth Logan, Minister of Music

 

Offering for May 23, 2026

Michigan Advance Partners

In attempting to implement special projects, many conferences have established various strategies to raise funds to meet the demands of their ministry projects. In Michigan it is suggested that each member give 1 percent of income to support the various Michigan Advance projects which go for Evangelism, Education, Camp Meeting, and Camps as well as individual church projects.

Paul writes, “My friends, we want you to know that the churches in Macedonia have shown others God's gift of undeserved grace. Although they were going through hard times and were very poor, they were glad to give generously. They gave as much as they could afford and even more, simply because they wanted to.” (2 Cor. 8:1-3, CEV). As members of the body of Christ, we have a holy calling to assist each other in carrying out the ministry of the church.

As you worship by returning your tithes and offerings and contributing to the ministries of your conference, Ellen White reminds us that “When you place the Lord first and realize that the Lord's house is dishonored by debt, God will bless you” (Counsels on Stewardship, p. 262). Let’s support Michigan Advance so they can continue to help churches honor the Lord.

North American Division Stewardship Ministries

Wilson Retirement

Please join us in celebrating the retirement of Barry Wilson after 35 remarkable years of service with the fire department, including his dedicated tenure as liaison to Andrews University. A retirement party will be held in his honor on Sunday, May 31, 1:00 PM at the Berrien Springs Oranoko Fire Dept.

Andrews Academy’s Graduation Weekend Events

Congratulations, Andrews Academy seniors! May the same Lord who got you here lead you into the uncharted adventure ahead! “I am with you always,” is His promise. Everyone is invited to attend graduation weekend events. Class Night May 21, 7:00 PM at Andrews Academy, Consecration May 22, 8:00 PM at Village SDA Church, Baccalaureate May 23, 11:45 AM at PMC, Commencement May 24, 11:00 at PMC.

Hymnsing at The Old Rugged Cross Church

You are invited to a Hymnsing on 23 May, 4:00 PM at The Old Rugged Cross Church, 61041 Vermont Street, Pokagon, MI 49047. Please bring your Seventh-Day Adventist Hymnal. For further information, contact Melchizedek Ponniah at 269-876-7476 or melponniah@gmail.com.

Something in Common Sabbath School

Join us for the “Love Like You Mean It” Series! Sessions will be held in the Pioneer Commons each Sabbath morning from 10:30 to 11:30. Everyone is welcome!

  • May 23: Session Seven - Love is Virtuous
  • May 30: Session Eight - Love is Honest
  • June 6: Session Nine - Love is Tenacious
  • June 13: Session Ten - Love Never Fails