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

"Marvelous Grace of Our Loving Lord"  •  Daniel Towner
Kenneth Logan, organ, Minister of Music

Welcome

Rodlie Ortiz, Associate Pastor

"Stand Up!": A Hymn Cycle

"Lead On, O King Eternal"  •  "Father, Lead Me Day by Day"  •  "Stand Up! Stand Up for Jesus!"
Hymn Leaders: Fabio Siniscarchio, Rob Raney, Raleigh Pettey; Kenneth Logan, organ, Minister of Music

Congregational Prayer

Prescott Khair, Associate Chaplain

Pioneer Life

Rodlie Ortiz, Associate Pastor

Children's Story & Prayer

Children's Story: John Glass; Prayer: Asher

Worship in Music

"'Tis So Sweet to Trust in Jesus"  •  Wayne Hooper
Vocal Quartet: Fabio Siniscarchio, Raleigh Pettey, Robert Raney, Nathan Cheng

Message

"How to Become an Influencer: Damascus Road"
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor

Congregational Response in Song

"The Lord's Prayer"  •  Albert Malotte
Brenton Offenback, PMC Sanctuary Choir director

Benediction

Rodlie Ortiz, Associate Pastor

Closing Music

"Our Father in the Heavenly Kingdom"  •  Felix Mendelssohn
Kenneth Logan, Minister of Music

 

Opening Music

"Marvelous Grace of Our Loving Lord"  •  Daniel Towner
Kenneth Logan, Minister of Music

Welcome

Rodlie Ortiz, Associate Pastor

Praise

Victory in Jesus

Congregational Prayer

Chase Wilder, AU Student Association Religious Vice-President

Pioneer Life

Rodlie Ortiz, Associate Pastor

Worship in Music

"'Tis So Sweet to Trust in Jesus"  •  Wayne Hooper
Vocal Quartet: Fabio Siniscarchio, Raleigh Pettey, Rob Raney, Nathan Cheng

Children's Story

Children's Story: John Glass; Prayer: Asher

Praise

Wonderful Words of Life  •  Reckless Love

Message

"How to Become an Influencer: Damascus Road"
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor

Congregational Response in Song

"The Lord's Prayer"  •  Albert Malotte
Brenton Offenback, PMC Sanctuary Choir director

Blessing

Rodlie Ortiz, Associate Pastor

Closing Music

"Our Father in the Heavenly Kingdom"  •  Felix Mendelssohn
Kenneth Logan, organ, Minister of Music

 

A British Winter's Night: Wind Symphony Winter Concert

A British Winter’s Night concert will be an evening of lively traditional British tunes and ballads.  From the popular Vaughan Williams Sea Songs and English Folk Song Suite, to the rousing tunes of the Irish Washerwoman and Country Gardens, this evening is sure to delight! The Andrews University Wind Symphony, under the direction of Denisse Santos-Gooden, will once again collaborate with the Southwestern Michigan College Brass Band under the direction of Mark Hollandsworth. The two ensembles will take the stage at the Howard Performing Arts Center on January 31, 2026 at 8:00 PM. Start off your new year with toe-tapping tunes and swaying sweet melodies! Tickets are available at howard.andrews.edu.

Standout Event

Andrews University invites homeschool and public high school students to attend Standout, taking place February 20–22. This event is designed to serve as a spiritual refueling experience for students who may not have regular access to Adventist revival programs or daily religious instruction. We invite you to learn more and register for this impactful weekend at: https://www.andrews.edu/splash/standout