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Christmas Arithmetic

We One King of Orient Are

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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.

Offering

As we enter the Christmas season we find ourselves in a nation in turmoil–divided and wounded. What message can the followers of Emmanuel bring to the world at a time like this?
Saturday, December 06, 2014
Program: 
As We Begin
On This Day Earth Shall Ring
Gustav Holst / R. Smith
Hello
Praise
O Come—A Carol Cycle
Prayer
Rodlie Ortiz
Welcome, Pastor Sabine Vatel
GO!
Rodlie Ortiz
Worship in Music
First Noel
J. Simmons
Sermon
“Christmas Arithmetic: We One King of Orient Are”
Dwight K. Nelson
Connect Card, Tithes, & Offerings
Closing Hymn
O Come, O Come, Immanuel • 115
As We Depart
A Christmas Fantasy: Lo, How a Rose / Break Forth
C. Custer

More In This Series

12/20/2014
We Three Kings of Orient Are
The magi were the first to give gifts at Christmas. What lessons can we learn from their story?
12/13/2014
We Two Kings of Orient Are
God is a child at heart. Even more than that, He was once a child in body as well. What does that mean for those who follow Him, and the children He has placed in their care?
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We all struggle with angry feelings, brought on by tension, pressure, and the blocked goals and frustrations of day-to-day life. The broken and stressed relationships that result from these feelings can overwhelm us. But there is hope. With the right help, you too can overcome those emotions that destroy. Everyone is welcome to join us each Sabbath through October 11.  We meet in Pioneer Board Room.

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