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A 20:21 Mission for a 2021 Movement
House by the Side of the Road: ‘So I Am Sending You’
Resources
Speaker
Dwight K. NelsonDwight 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
Saturday, January 23, 2021
More In This Series
Opening Music
"[Jesus, What a Friend for Sinners]" • Dale Wood
Kenneth Logan, Minister of Music, Pioneer Memorial Church
Welcome & Call to Worship
John Glass, Associate Pastor, Pioneer Memorial Church
"Jesus, Friend for Sinners": A Hymn Cycle
"Jesus, Friend for Sinners"—SDAH 187, st. 1-3 • "Rescue the Perishing"—SDAH 367, st. 1-3 • "Seeking the Lost"—SDAH 373 • "What a Friend We Have in Jesus"—SDAH 499, st.1 | Pioneer Sanctuary Choir; Brenton Offenback, director; Kenneth Logan, Minister of Music, organ
Pioneer Life
Hope Malabrigo, student
Congregational Prayer
Merarie Doyle, Greeter Ministry Director; Kristin Ferrer, Student Andrews University
Children's Story & Prayer
Story: Richard Aguilera; Prayer: Genavive
Religious Liberty Video
Scripture Reading
Hugo Villalobos, Seminary Student at SDA Theological Seminary
Worship in Music
"Be Thou My Vision" • Charles Thatcher
Pioneer Sanctuary Choir; Brenton Offenback, director
Message
"A 20:21 Mission for a 2021 Movement: 'House by the Side of the Road': ' So I Am Sending You'"
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor, Pioneer Memorial Church
Connect Card & Prayer
John Glass, Associate Pastor
Closing Music
"Work, for the Night Is Coming" • Lowell Mason
Kenneth Logan, organ
Opening Music
"[Jesus, What a Friend for Sinners" • Dale Wood
Kenneth Logan, Minister of Music, organ
Welcome & Call to Worship & Prayer
John Glass, Associate Pastor, Pioneer Memorial Church
Pioneer Life
Hope Malabrigo, Student
Worship in Music
"Be Thou My Vision" • Charles Thatcher
Pioneer Sanctuary Choir, Brenton Offenback, director
Children's Story & Prayer
Story: Richard Aguilera; Prayer: Genavive
Praise
"Standing on the Promises / Leaning on the Everlasting Arms"
Vivian Raimundo, praise leader; Darius Bridges, Valery Vergara, vocals; Jeremy Ahn, keyboard;
Jake Knowlton, guitar; Chris Wilson, bass; David Dunham, cajon
Religious Liberty Video
John Nay, Religious Liberty Coordinator
Congregational Prayer
Merarie Doyle, Greeter Ministry Director; Kristin Ferrer, Student, Andrews University
Praise
"Testify To Love"
Scripture Reading
Darius Bridges, AU Student Chaplain
Luke 15:3-7
Praise
"Build My Life"
Message
"A 20:21 Mission for a 2021 Movement: 'House by the Side of the Road': ' So I Am Sending You'"
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor, Pioneer Memorial Church
Connect Card & Prayer
Closing Song
"Make Me A Servant"
Benediction
John Glass, Associate Pastor
Closing Music
"Work, for the Night Is Coming" • Lowell Mason
Kenneth Logan, organ
With This in Mind...
Fellowship Dinner
Pioneer Commons
There will be a fellowship dinner this Sabbath following the second worship service, in the commons on the lower level. Visitors are welcome!
Celebration of Life
You are invited to join in the Celebration of Life for Emilie Oosterwal-Tilstra. The gathering will be Sun, June 1, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at Stark Heritage Chapel in Berrien Springs
Offering for May 31, 2025
Pioneer Operating Budget
When God liberated the Israelites from Egypt, He instructed them to dedicate a tithe of their belongings to the sanctuary's service. This was a distinct contribution designated for a specific purpose. The tithe was reserved for supporting those who served in the sanctuary. It was to be collected from the increase of all growth, and together with gifts and offerings, it furnished resources to sustain the gospel's ministry at that time. Today, God expects from us no less. His blessings to us are not diminished, but rather greater, than they were for the Israelites. His kingdom continues to need funds and resources. The tithe is set aside to those who are directly involved in gospel ministries such as ministers, teachers, missionaries, and Bible workers.
Offerings, on the other hand, are used for the operational cost of the church and various ministries. The great commission to “Go and make disciples” and tell people about the love of God must be carried forward. God has made substantial provision for this task through tithes and offerings. He intends that the gospel ministry IS fully funded. He considers the tithe as His own, and it should always be viewed as a sacred reserve. Today, let’s fulfill the gospel commission to “Go and make disciples” by funding it with the Lord’s money.
—North American Division Stewardship Ministries
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.
- May 31- Love Language Three: Receiving Gifts
- 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.
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/.