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

“Jubilate Deo” (“Rejoice in God”) • Kenneth Logan

WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP

John Glass, Associate Pastor

“GUIDE ME, GUIDE US”: A HYMN CYCLE

“Guide Me, O Thou Great Jehovah” • 538, st. 1
“Lead On, O King Eternal” • 619, st. 1
“Awake, My Soul! Stretch Every Nerve”  •  words 611, st. 1-2, 4; melody 229
“Fight the Good Fight” • 613, st. 2-4, mel. 227
“Be Still, My Soul” • 461, st. 2

CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER

“Rescue the Perishing” • 367, st. 1

OFFERTORY

“A Mighty Fortress Is Our God”  •  Max Reger and S. Rogers

CHILDREN’S STORY

Douglas Janssen

SCRIPTURE READING

Cindy Hill, Pioneer Member
Matthew 27:24-26 NIV

WORSHIP IN MUSIC

“Fight the Good Fight” • Kenneth Logan

MESSAGE

“Mission: Impossible (Maybe)—Detente and the Slackened Bowstrings”
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor

HYMN OF COMMITMENT

“There Is a Fountain” • 336, st. 1,2, 4

BENEDICTION

 

CLOSING MUSIC

“Praise God, From Whom All Blessings Flow”  •  attr. Henry Purcell

 

OPENING MUSIC

“A Mighty Fortress Is Our God”  •  Max Reger and S. Rogers

CHORAL INTROIT

“Jubilate Deo” (“Rejoice in God”) • Peter Anglea

WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP

John Glass, Associate Pastor

PRAISE

“Friend of God” • “Indescribable”
“Good Good Father” • “Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus”

CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER

 

BABY DEDICATION

Luka Gabriel Henri-Saturne, presented by Sebastian and Aileen Henri-Saturne with Ben Martin

OFFERTORY

“Jubilate Deo” (“Rejoice in God”) • Kenneth Logan

CHILDREN’S STORY

 

SCRIPTURE READING

Matthew 27:24-26 NIV

WORSHIP IN MUSIC

“O Day of Peace That Dimly Shines”  •  Charles Parry / Jantz Black

PRAISE

“All Hail the Power of Jesus Name” • 229

MESSAGE

“Mission: Impossible (Maybe)—Detente and the Slackened Bowstrings”
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor

CLOSING SONG

“There Is a Fountain” • 336, st. 1,2, 4

BLESSING

 

CLOSING MUSIC

“Praise God, From Whom All Blessings Flow”  •  attr. Henry Purcell

 

Offering for June 7, 2025

Pioneer Operating Budget

Author Melvin Santos Speaking: For many years gardening was often a challenge to us. It seemed like the vegetable plants we planted and cared for preferred to die! We never harvested anything. It was very disappointing. Every year, we would try again but with the same results.

Finally, after watching enough YouTube channels on how to garden successfully, we learned that you need to have the right soil, watering system, and care. So we followed the recommendations. For the first time, we were able to grow tomatoes, kale, and zucchinis. We were amazed to see such a big harvest. Gardening became one of our favorite hobbies in the summer!

One of the things we learned was to plant several dozen varieties of vegetables. Not just one kind! We wanted to produce enough crops so we could share with our neighbors. We were able to do just that this past summer.

The apostle Paul used farming terminology to convey the principles of giving. “But this I say: He who sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and he who sows bountifully will also reap bountifully” (2 Corinthians 9:6, NKJV). Likewise, remember that when we return our tithes and offerings, every time we give liberally, we are sowing bountifully so we can also reap bountifully. God will multiply the funds we give back to him. His miracles will abound! 

North American Division Stewardship Ministries

Adventist Seniors of Michiana Meeting June 8

Seniors 55 and up are invited to join the Adventist Seniors of Michiana meeting on Sunday, June 8, for a feast for the eyes as well as a good meal. Daniel Weber, Chair of the Department of Film and Communication at Andrews, will inspire and delight us with "Thousands of of Pictures, Thousands of Stories from around the world: Looking through the lens of a photographer”. Come with a dish to share at the potluck starting at 1:00 PM in the Village Church Fellowship Hall. Call Cheryl Doss at 269-277-0767 with any questions.

Iris Bloom Time

 The iris bloom time has started, the sign is out at 8875 Kephart Lane, Berrien Springs, come see and smell the many iris that will be blooming in the next few weeks. Share with your friends.

Something in Common Sabbath School

Something In Common Sabbath School presents The Five Love Languages DVD series.

  • June 7- Love Language Four: Acts of Service
  • June 14- Love Language Five: Physical Touch
  • June 21- Growing in Love

Everyone is welcome to join us in PMC Room 141 each Sabbath morning from 10:30 - 11:30 AM.

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/.