Everyone is invited to the overview of the Fourth Quarter Sabbath school lesseon presented by Dr. Rahel Wells on the Book of Joshua. We hope you can join us on October 4 at 4:00 PM in the Pioneer Youth Chapel. For further information contact Melchizedek Ponniah, 269-876-7476, melponniah@gmail.com.
A 20:21 Mission for a 2021 Movement
Two Hands on the Lightsaber: '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, March 13, 2021
More In This Series
Opening Music
"Those Who Live in Steadfast Faith Are Blessed" • Johannes Brahms
Kenneth Logan, organ, Minister of Music
Welcome & Call to Worship
Rodlie Ortiz, Associate Pastor
"The Son Where'er the Sun": A Hymn Cycle
"Jesus Shall Reign Where'er the Sun"—SDAH 227, st.1-4
Congregational Prayer
Jess Swackhamer, Randy Lonto, RMES
Pioneer Life
Children's Story & Prayer
Story: Jessica Yoong & Jorrdan Bissell, Students, Loma Linda University School of Medicine
Scripture Reading
Philip Giddings, Elder
Worship in Music
"Go Ye, Therefore" • Kenneth Logan
Kaija Perry, Sinegugu Katenga, Abel Siamubi, William Fagal, vocal quartet; Kenneth Logan, organ
Year In Review Video
COVID-19 Litany
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor
Message
"A 20:21 Mission for a 2021 Movement: Two Hands on the Lightsaber: 'So I Am Sending You'"
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor
Connect Card
Closing Hymn
"Give Me the Bible"
Benediction
Rodlie Ortiz, Associate Pastor
Closing Music
"Jesus' Great Commission" • Kenneth Logan
Kenneth Logan, organ
Opening Music
"Those Who Live in Steadfast Faith Are Blessed" • Johannes Brahms
Kenneth Logan, organ, Minister of Music
Welcome & Call to Worship
Rodlie Ortiz, Associate Pastor
Praise
"I Call You Faithful"
Carlo Leonor, Natalia Poloche, Grace Dockerty, Caleb Braswell, vocals; Ben Loenser, piano; Caleb Braswell, keyboard; Claire Yang, violin; Johnny Schnepp, cello; Calub Chung, electric bass; Alex Aguilera, cajon
Congregational Prayer
Jess Swackhamer, Randy Lonto, RMES
Praise
"You Are God Alone"
Baby Dedication
Ianoka Herivonjy presented by Bina Herivonjy and Tsiry Rasamimanana with John Glass, Associate Pastor
Praise
"You Are God Alone"
Praise
"Nothing Else / Build My Life"
Scripture Reading
Natalia Poloche, Student
Praise
"Amazing Grace"
Children's Story & Prayer
Story: Jessica Yoong & Jorrdan Bissell, Students, Loma Linda University School of Medicine
Worship in Music
"Go Ye, Therefore" • Kenneth Logan
Kaija Perry, Sinegugu Katenga, Abel Siamubi, William Fagal, vocal quartet; Kenneth Logan, organ
Year In Review Video
COVID-19 Litany
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor
Message
"A 20:21 Mission for a 2021 Movement: Two Hands on the Lightsaber: 'So I Am Sending You'"
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor
Connect Card
Closing Song
"Thy Word / God of Revival"
Benediction
Rodlie Ortiz, Associate Pastor
Closing Music
"Jesus' Great Commission" • Kenneth Logan
Kenneth Logan, organ
Sabbath School Lesson Overview on the Book of Joshua
Hymnsing at The Old Rugged Cross Church
You are invited to the last a hymn-sing for 2025 at The Old Rugged Cross Church on September 20, Sabbath, 4:00 - 5:15 PM. The Old Rugged Cross Church is located at 61041 Vermont Street, Pokagon, MI 49047. Please bring your Seventh-day Adventist Hymnal. A free will offering will help to maintain this historic church where the hymn, “The Old Rugged Cross,” was introduced to the public by the composer. For further information, please contact Melchizedek Ponniah, melponniah@gmail.com, or 269-876-7476.
Howard Center Presents: Heritage Singers
Heritage Singers October 4, 2025, 8:00 PM. $30 Reserved, $20 Students, $10 Children < 5yrs Heritage Singers is a non-profit gospel music ministry based in California with a goal to bring people closer to Jesus by praising Him through music. When founders Max and Lucy Mace began this ministry, they never thought they would still be doing this 54 years later. Heritage Singers has had the opportunity to travel to over 80 different countries, travel over two million miles, and perform over 7,500 concerts. Max Mace believed that “If there ever was a time to share the Good News about Jesus, it’s now.”
Howard Center Presents... Cerus Quartet
Cerus Quartet - Fischoff Competition Winners September 28, 2025, 7:00 PM. $20 General Seating, $10 Students, $5 Children < 5yrs Cerus Quartet is dedicated to showcasing the dynamic and versatile sound of the saxophone quartet. They champion both new music and timeless repertoire. With a repertoire spanning contemporary compositions and transcriptions of classical masterworks, the quartet seeks to establish the saxophone quartet as a leading voice in 21st century classical music. Among many other awards, the quartet has recently received the Gold Medal in the 2025 Fischoff Chamber Music Competition.
Something in Common Sabbath School
Overcoming Emotions that Destroy - a DVD series with Chip Ingram
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.
Calling All Families: Sabbath Delight Challenge
Pioneer Children and Family Discipleship is excited to embark on a special journey of intentionally experiencing the delight of the Sabbath during the 2025-2026 school year. Please sign up for occasional notices about Pioneer-sponsored Sabbath Delight events as well as ideas for things you and your family can do to cultivate a deeper appreciation for Sabbath. We will also look forward to hearing from you about what you and your family are doing each week to call the Sabbath a delight. All are welcome. To sign up for the challenge, please text SABBATH to 269-281-2345.