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

"Lord, Whose Love in Humble Service"  •  anon. melody
Kenneth Logan, Minister of Music, Pioneer Memorial Church

Welcome & Call to Worship 

Jenifer Daley, Associate Pastor

"Give": A Hymn Cycle

"Praise, My Soul, the King of Heaven"—SDAH 4, st. 1-3, mel. of 538  •  "I Love to tell the Story"—SDAH 457, st.1-3  •  "Give of Your Best"—SDAH 572, st. 2-3  •  "O Master, Let Me Walk With Thee"—SDAH 574, st. 1-3, end of 4 
Winner Silvestre, tenor; Kenneth Logan, Minister of Music, organ

Congregational Prayer

Jenifer Daley, Associate Pastor

Children's Story & Prayer

Story: Cella Dacre; Prayer: Eleana

Pioneer Life

Pastor Dwight Nelson & Dan Agnetta

Scripture Reading

Carina Prestes, Elder, Pioneer Memorial Church

Worship in Music

"O Spirit Bountifully Kind"  •  Kenneth Logan
Pioneer Sanctuary Choir; Brenton Offenback, director; Kenneth Logan, organ

Message

"A 20:21 Mission for a 2021 Movement: Reviving a Mummy: ' So I Am Sending You'"
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor

Connect Card

 

Hymn of Commitment

"Breathe On Me, Breath of God"  •  SDAH 265

Benediction

Jenifer Daley, Associate Pastor

Closing Music

"Choral Song"  •  Samuel Sebastian Wesley
Kenneth Logan, organ, Minister of Music

 

 

Opening Music

"Lord, Whose Love in Humble Service"  •  anon. melody
Kenneth Logan, Minister of Music, Pioneer Memorial Church

Welcome & Call to Worship & Prayer

Jenifer Daley, Associate Pastor

Praise

"Champion"
William DosReis, praise leader; Shelby Huse, Gianna Bacchiocchi, Eden Stuart, vocals; Jeremy Ahn, keyboard;
Shadrach agol, bass; Ethan Emde, acoustic guitar; Owen Pagunsan, cajon

Children's Story & Prayer

Story: Cella Dacre; Prayer: Eleana

Pioneer Life

Pastor Dwight Nelson & Dan Agnetta

Praise

"How Great Thou Art"

Congregational Prayer

Don & Trudi Starlin, Pioneer Elders

Praise

"Authority"

Scripture Reading

William DosReis
Acts 1:6-8 NLT

Praise

"Yet Not I But Through Christ In Me"

Message

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

Connect Card & Prayer

 

Closing Song

"Rescue the Perishing"

Benediction

Jenifer Daley, Associate Pastor

Closing Music

"Choral Song"  •  Samuel Sebastian Wesley
Kenneth Logan, organ, Minister of Music

 

 

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Offering for March 15, 2025

Pioneer Operating Budget

When Joseph Leek died, he left nearly $1.8 million to an organization that provided guide dogs for the blind.

Nothing unusual there. Except that nobody, not even his own family, had any idea that he had that kind of money. The 90-year-old lived like a pauper, according to his daughters. He watched television at a neighbor's house to save on electricity, put off home repairs, and bought secondhand clothes.

Joseph’s problem was not the lack of money; he was driven to save money to help others.

Likewise, the lack of funds isn't the real issue in the church, but a lack of understanding in the purpose of giving and why God installed this as part of the redemptive restoration process. When we don’t participate in giving, it weakens our spirituality and the spirit of generosity. By giving regularly, we nurture a generous spirit which aligns more with Christ's character.

Giving offerings shouldn’t be motivated by earthly rewards, but by sharing in Christ's eternal glory. Now this is priceless! The right understanding of giving should propel us to give more for His glory. That’s why our donations to the church should not be driven by emotional appeals and feelings, but by our love and deep commitment to Christ and the people He gave His life for.

Today, let’s ask the Holy Spirit to help us give so we can reflect Christ’s unselfishness. 

North American Division Stewardship Ministries

Lamson Hall Upgrades with Maranatha

From May 11–June 8, 2025, Maranatha Volunteers International will be working at Andrews University to update the Lamson Hall residential rooms and suite bathrooms. Please consider volunteering and letting your family and friends know of this opportunity. All individuals (including local) should sign up at the Maranatha website: https://maranatha.org/volunteer-opportunities/.

Sabbath School Lesson Overview for Second Quarter

Dr Roy Gane will present the major themes and concepts included in the second quarter's Sabbath School lessons:  Allusions, Images, Symbols:  How to Study Bible Prophecy.  This overview, scheduled for March 22, 4:00-5:30pm. will meet in the PMC Commons. All are welcome.  For further information, please contact  Melchizedek Ponniah at melponniah@gmail.com or call 269-876-7476.

 

Master Guide Club

Do you want to complete your Master Guide Program? If so, please consider joining the Master Guide Club that meets weekly on campus to help you complete the requirements.

For more information or to join, please visit cye.org/toolbox