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Galaxy Three: Why What Is Happening a Billion Light Years Away Right Now Matters to You

Galaxy Three: Intergalactic Rescue

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Dwight K. Nelson

Since 1983, Dwight Nelson has served as lead pastor of the Pioneer Memorial Church on the campus of Andrews University. He preaches on the “New Perceptions” telecast, teaches at the theological seminary and has written some books, including The Chosen. He and his wife, Karen, are blessed with two married children and 2 granddaughters.

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The War approaches it's bloody end. The Rebel unleashes his full fury upon the inhabitants of Galaxy Three. The Loyalists cry out to their King for deliverance. How long must they endure? How long...?
Saturday, November 22, 2014
Program: 
Invitation to Joy
Put On Gladness, My Soul
Johannes Brahms
Choral Prayer in Joy
Bring Joy! Give Thanks!
Kenneth Logan
Call to Joy
Psalm 100 NKJV
Response of Rejoicing
This Is a Time for Banners and Bells
Walter Pelz
Words of Joy
Psalm 98
Sinegugu Katenga
Response of Rejoicing
Hymns of Joy in Creation
Kenneth Logan & Michael Burkhardt
Prayer of Rejoicing
Celesta Burt
Hymn of Rejoicing
O, When Shall I See Jesus? • 488
Rejoicing in Waters of Baptism
Elise Akouba Aka with Rodlie Ortiz
Homily
“Galaxy Three: Intergalactic Rescue”
Dwight K. Nelson
Hymn of Thanksgiving
Lo, What a Glorious Sight Appears • 446
Letters of Thanksgiving
What Wondrous Love Is This?
Michele Robeson-Howard
Invitation to Giving
What Gift Can We Bring?
Donna Kasbohm
Procession of Thanksgiving
Gifts of Food, Tithes and Offerings
Hymn of Thanksgiving
Now Thank We All Our God • 559
Benediction in Thanksgiving
We Have This Hope • 214
Final Thanksgiving
Now Thank We All Our God
Wilhelm Teschner

More In This Series

11/15/2014
Galaxy Three: From Flower Girl to Bride
The War rages on as the Rebel releases his latest weapon upon the inhabitants of Galaxy Three: a viral infection of "self" rule. Every man, woman and child is infected. What response can the King in Galaxy One bring to counter such a powerful deception?
11/08/2014
Galaxy Three: Galaxy Three's Third Cleansing
The disease the Rebel unleashed on Galaxy Three must be not just contained, but completely cleansed from the Galaxy. However, the Council declares that three separate cleansings must be conducted. The universe wonders: Why?
10/18/2014
Galaxy Three: The Abuse Victim
The War rages on. The inhabitants of Galaxy Three groan under it's weight. How can such suffering go unchecked? The universe looks to the King for an answer...
10/04/2014
Galaxy Three: Recruiting Like ISIS for Melchizedek
The War has changed. No longer a battle for territory, the Rebel and the King both desire only one thing from the inhabitants of Galaxy Three – Allegiance
09/27/2014
Galaxy Three: The Story of the Sperm
When the King left Galaxy One to infiltrate Galaxy Three, there were 270 days during which his whereabouts were unknown. Yet this mystery could hold the key to victory in the long war...
09/20/2014
Galaxy Three: Magnificence in the Middle
The King commands the battle for Earth from His throne in Galaxy One. His followers in Galaxy Three are instantly provided with aid an reinforcements the moment they ask. But can such a proxy war be won?
09/06/2014
Galaxy Three: Galaxy Hot Zone: Ebola on the Loose
There is a disease in Galaxy Three that threatens the existence of humanity. It's effects are devastating and it carries a 100% fatality rate. But there exists a rare and costly cure...
08/30/2014
Galaxy Three: The HP Factor
An intergalactic civil war threatens the existence of the universe. The King of Galaxies battles the tyrannical Rebel who seeks the throne. Now the fate of all life will be decided at the battle for Galaxy Three.
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AMEN Virtual Conference

Does your heartbeat with a desire to share Christ? Do you wish you felt more comfortable and knew how to share Christ effectively with your patients? The AMEN Conference is for you!  

If you desire to have a deeper relationship with Christ so that you can be even more effective in leading your patients to reach out in faith to the Christ that you love so deeply, be sure to attend the 2020 AMEN Conference, “Touch of Faith” brought to you virtually October 29 – November 1, 2020. 

Speakers include: Pastors Ted Wilson, Mark Finley, & Kameron DeVasher; Dentists Carlos Moretta and Milan Moskala; Physicians Zeno Charles-Marcel, Roger Seheult, Andi Hunsaker, Brian Schwartz, and many others.   

All physicians, dentists, healthcare professionals, and pastors are encouraged to attend. There will also be a special session for medical & dental students on Friday evening.  

You won't want to miss this life-changing event! For more information go to http://amensda.org/conferences.

Update on Youth and Earliteen Sabbath Schools

The Pioneer Youth will now meet weekly in the Youth Chapel, and the Earliteens will meet in the Teen Loft.

Speech & Hearing Clinic

The Andres University Speech & Hearing Clinic is now offering comprehensive hearing evaluations at the School of Communication Sciences and Disorders.These appointments are open for all ages, those on campus, and all community as well. If you have concerns regarding your hearing or are willing to give an hour of your time so that our students can practice their testing skills, please contact our department to schedule your screening at 269-471-3468 or email speech@andrews.edu. A licensed audiologist will supervise all testing.

Fall 2020 Schedule (begins September 28)

  • Mondays at 2:30 PM
  • Tuesdays at 1:00 and 2:15 PM
  • Wednesdays at 12:45 and 2:00 PM

At this time there is no charge for the hearing evaluation, however, a donation of $25 is encouraged.

Purse Drive

The Center for Faith Engagement and the PMC Youth Ministries are hosting a purse drive for homeless women in Berrien County. On November 12, the students on campus will fill the bags with health and beauty products and will donate them to Paris’ Purse Inc.,
a non-profit that seeks to empower homeless women by providing them with these purses. So please, if you have a handbag that you no longer use or need, we would love to put it to great use. You will find boxes in the lobbies where you can drop them off.  Please drop them off by November 1.

Pioneer on Vimeo

Did you know that Pioneer video archives are all availale online through a Vimeo account? Pioneer uses Vimeo to post more than just sermons including announcements and special features. Start watching today at https://vimeo.com/pmchurch.

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Sabbath School Class to Study "Experiencing God"

Pioneer's Bible Journey Sabbath School class will be using the Experiencing God: Knowing and Doing the Will of God (Study Guide) next quarter, beginning October 3. If you have always wanted to read this book, which has changed so many lives, you are welcome to
join us by Zoom. The class meets each Sabbath from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. The 270-page study guide, which is conveniently divided into 12 weekly lessons, can be purchased at Amazon.com for $15.99. For more information and to receive the Zoom link each week, please contact Jane Thayer at thayerja@andrews.edu.

Make a Difference as an Online Chat Host

Are you friendly and do you enjoy social media? Then, we have a great opportunity for you to be involved in ministry. Through streaming its services on Facebook Live and our website, Pioneer Memorial Church reaches thousands of people every single week. We’re looking to build a new team of local moderators/hosts for our online chat experiences. You could do this from your home. For more information contact Rodlie Ortiz at rodlie.ortiz@pmchurch.org.

Love on the Move

Over the summer and fall of 2019 Pioneer underwent significant physical renovation—including a new roof and a major Sanctuary makeover. During the same time congregation leaders engaged in multiple conversations about our missional renovation—how does a faith community like Pioneer seriously engage and impact the people around us for Christ? From this dialogue emerged a fresh new expression of our Pioneer mission: "Love on the Move."

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