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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.

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Saturday, December 25, 2021

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OPENING MUSIC

“The Holy Boy (A Carol of Nativity)” • John Ireland
Organ: Kenneth Logan, Minister of Music

CHRISTMAS WELCOME

 

CHRISTMAS CALL

PASTOR: “Break forth, O beauteous heavenly light, to herald our salvation;”

PEOPLE: “He stoops to earth—the God of might, our hope and expectation.”

PASTOR: “He comes in human flesh to dwell, our God with us, Immanuel,”

PEOPLE: “The light of darkness breaking, our fallen race befriending.”

PASTOR: “O come, let us adore Him, Christ the Lord.”

PEOPLE: Amen.

CHRISTMAS CAROLS:“BORN TO SAVE”

“Good Christians, Now Rejoice"  •  “Now Is Born the Divine Christ Child”  •  “O Little Town of Bethlehem”  •  “Angels from the Realms of Glory”
Leanne Miller, soprano; Byron Graves, clarinet, Kenneth Logan, organ

CHRISTMAS FAMILY PRAYER

Rhonda, Aron, and Stella Tomenko
Sonia Badenas and Marco Sciarabba*

CHRISTMAS BAPTISM*

Do Hyun (Paul) Cho with Hong Pal Ha

CHRISTMAS CAROL

“Away in a Manger”

CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS STORY

Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor

CHRISTMAS READING

Pavel and Sam Tomenko • Davide Sciarabba*
Luke 2:1-7 NKJV

“And it came to pass in those days that a decree went out from Caesar Augustus that all the world should be registered. This census first took place while Quirinius was governing Syria. So all went to be registered, everyone to his own city. Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judea, to the city of David, which is called Bethlehem, because he was of the house and lineage of David, to be registered with Mary, his betrothed wife, who was with child. So it was, that while they were there, the days were completed for her to be delivered. And she brought forth her firstborn Son, and wrapped Him in swaddling cloths, and laid Him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn.”

CHRISTMAS MUSIC

“What Child Is This?” • Kenneth Logan
Betania Cañas, flute; Kenneth Logan, organ

CHRISTMAS HOMILY

“Peace on Earth All Over Again—Redux 3”
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor

CHRISTMAS COMMITMENT

“Of the Father’s Love Begotten” • anon. melody
Elizabeth Wilson, mezzo-soprano

CHRISTMAS BLESSING

 

CLOSING MUSIC

“IN DULCI JUBILO” (“In Sweet Jubilation”)Johann Sebastian Bach
Organ: Kenneth Logan, Minister of Music

*Indicates 11:45 AM Service

 

Offering for April 26, 2025

Michigan Advance Partners

Author Melvin Santos Speaking: When I was little boy, I was asked to help collect the offerings with the adult deacons and deaconesses. I wondered how we would get the money to God. My young innocent mind was trying to process this dilemma. Is there a special place we deposit the money and God sends His angels to pick it up later? Then I learned that the church represents the body of Christ on earth. So, when we give to the church, we really give it to God by faith.

God doesn’t need our money to do His work on earth. He owns the universe and galaxies. But He allows us to partner with Him so He can bless us, make us the funnel to bless others, and grow His kingdom. God’s systematic giving plan enables us to develop His character. Our great opportunity is to join heavenly agencies in the great plan of redemption.

“We cannot enrich Him with our gifts. Says the Psalmist: ‘All things come of Thee, and of Thine own have we given Thee.’ Yet God permits us to show our appreciation of His mercies by self-sacrificing efforts to extend the same to others. This is the only way in which it’s possible for us to manifest our gratitude and love to God. He has provided no other.” (Counsels on Stewardship, p.18).

Today, let’s be the blessing that blesses others. North American Division Stewardship Ministries 

—North American Division Stewardship Ministries

Best Buddies Friendship Walk

Best buddies is a worldwide organization that fosters relationships between individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities with others in the community. This April there will be a friendship walk on the Andrews campus. This will help us raise money for the organization, which then helps other chapters to be opened in new schools as well as programs in schools, workplaces, and communities. If you are interested in joining us for the walk you can sign up, and if you can not join us on April 27 you can still donate. All donations are welcome and appreciated.

Memorial Service for Bruce Wrenn

 The Memorial Service for Bruce Wrenn will be on Sabbath, April 26 at 5 PM at Pioneer Memorial Church. Visitation with the family will be in the Narthex from 4-5 PM.

Music Camp at Pioneer!

The Institute of Young Musicians for Christ is excited to be having a music camp at Pioneer Memorial Church! At our music camps young people ages 6-17 are offered an immersive, week-long musical experience. Our quality musical training—combined with fun, friends, and faith-building encounters— provides a truly incredible opportunity. The camp offers tracks for children 6-12 with or without musical experience and a track for teenagers with significant musical experience. To learn more and register, visit iymcsda.org/michigan. We hope to see you there!

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/.