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.
More In This Series
Opening Music
"[My Savior's Love to Me]" • Ralph Vaughan Williams
Kenneth Logan, organ, Minister of Music
Welcome, Call to Worship & Prayer
John Glass, Associate Pastor
"God's Power in Nature": A Hymn Cycle
Sinegugu Katenga, vocal; Simon Brown, violin; Kenneth Logan, organ
Congregational Prayer
Russell & Chloe Murnighan, Andrews University students
Pioneer Life
Interview with Glynis Bradfield
Dwight K. Nelson
Children's Story & Prayer
Story: Lindsey Pratt; Prayer: Juliesia
Scripture Reading
Christiane Gallos, Dorothea Gallos, Pioneer Members
Worship in Music
"Tenderly and With Expresson" • Robert Schumann
Jason Marquez, clarinet; Kenneth Logan, piano
Message
"A Promise of Future Love"
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor
Connect Card
Hymn of Commitment
"Happy the Home" • SDAH 655
Benediction
John Glass, Associate Pastor
Closing Music
"Christ We Shall Praise Well" • Johann Sebastian Bach
Kenneth Logan, Minister of Music
Opening Music
"[My Savior's Love to Me]" • Ralph Vaughan Williams
Kenneth Logan, organ, Minister of Music
Welcome, Call to Worship & Prayer
John Glass, Associate Pastor
Praise
"How Deep The Father's Love For Us"
Sinegugu Katenga, Rebecca Puffer, Richla Sabuin, vocals; Gabriel Palacios, piano; Jamison Moore, cello; Trevor Furst, cajon; Joel Wallace, guitar; Ivan Rachath, bass
Congregational Prayer
Russell & Chloe Murnighan, Andrews University students
Baby Dedication
Emily Violet Andersen presented by Chris and Desi Andersen, presented by Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor
Pioneer Life
Interview with Glynis Bradfield
Dwight K. Nelson
Worship in Music
"Tenderly and With Expresson" • Robert Schumann
Jason Marquez, clarinet; Kenneth Logan, piano
Children's Story & Prayer
Story: Lindsey Pratt; Prayer: Juliesia
Praise
"Awesome God" • "Love Lifted Me"
Scripture Reading
Ephesians 5:31-33 NIV
Sinegugu Katenga
Praise
"The Power Of The Cross"
Message
"A Promise of Future Love"
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor
Connect Card
Hymn of Commitment
"Happy the Home" • SDAH 655
Benediction
John Glass, Associate Pastor
Closing Music
"Christ We Shall Praise Well" • Johann Sebastian Bach
Kenneth Logan, Minister of Music
Steven Atkins, Biology & Earth Science Teacher at Andrews Academy snapped this shot of a rainbow during a rainstorm on September 21. Steven says, "here at Pioneer we worship together and learn of so many spiritual treasures God wants to share with us." In turn he wanted to share the reminder of God's promise to us.
We grieve the death of Stephen Tarangle, who passed away on September 20, 2021. We pray for his wife, Esther, and his daughters Alana and Stephanie. A private graveside service for intimate, close family only, will be conducted on Monday, September 27. The date for a memorial service will be announced later.
The Seminary Sabbath School class taught by Ranko Stefanovic, Jiri Moskala, Denis Fortin, and Jacques Doukhan will resume on October 2. We appreciate your help in spreading this information to other class members and hope to see you there.
Michigan Advance Partners – Camp Au Sable
The funds given through Michigan Advance Partners or MAP are used all over the Michigan Conference in a variety of ways. One area of God's work here in the Michigan Conference, which receives a portion of every MAP dollar given, is beautiful Camp Au Sable.
Camp Au Sable is the Michigan conference youth camp located in Grayling, Michigan. Camp Au Sable has been used by God since 1948 to reach young people as well as adults. It is here on these 828.9 acres that thousands have met Jesus and have accepted Him as their personal savior. That is still the purpose of Camp Au Sable today.
Camp Au Sable operates as a summer camp for youth ages 8-18, where Jesus can be seen in activities such as horseback riding, swimming, nature study and much more. It is also a summer camping destination for entire families. During the remainder of the year Camp Au Sable is used for many church and school retreats as well as numerous conference events.
Part of the funding for this extensive evangelistic outreach is from your faithful, systematic gifts to Michigan Advance Partners. By returning a faithful tithe, giving 1% of your income to MAP, and giving to all aspects of God's work, God is able to multiply our meager offerings many times over and above what we could ever imagine.
God has blessed us with the opportunity to reach out to thousands of His people through the programs and facilities of Camp Au Sable. Your offerings today will continue to move God's work forward in this part of His vineyard and beyond. Thank you for your faithfulness and support of MAP here in the Michigan Conference.
—North American Division Stewardship Ministries
Volunteers are needed by the Fellowship Dinner teams to assist with the preparation and service of the fellowship dinners which we hope to be able to resume soon. Teams serve about three times a year, so the time commitment is minimal, but your help is invaluable. Please let us know you if can help by emailing Ben Chilson at bennettc43@gmail.com. You will be assigned to a team that fits your schedule.
Our Pathfinder and Adventurer Clubs are back in session this fall. Join below:
Pathfinders text "PMCEP" to 269-281-2345 or join online.
Pathfinder Staff Members text "EPSTAFF" to 269-281-2345 or join online
Adventurers text "PMCFF" to 269-281-2345 or join online
The Darkness Will Not Overcome, with Pastor Richie Halversen, is an 8-part series that will inspire, equip, and empower you to live your best life possible. In every presentation you will learn practical ways we can experience healing, hope, and change. Whatever your "darkness" is—an addiction, a mental health struggle, dysfunction, past trauma, broken relationships, or lack of direction—the Darkness Will Not Overcome! Beginning Friday, October 1.
Pioneer Women's Ministries is hosting a ladies' Sabbath Delight Summit with guest speakers Jo Ann Davidson and Yolande Robertson. We will be sharing some practical ideas on how we can celebrate the Sabbath using all five senses, especially as we open and close the Sabbath. You are invited to explore with us how to celebrate using all the senses in delighting in this wonderful gift from God, and experience the rest and healing God is promising to us.
Friday check-in begins at 6:00 PM with the meeting following after. Programming resumes 3:00 - 8:00 PM on Saturday. For gluten-free options email yolande.robertson@pmchurch.org. Registration is required for meals, gifts, and supplies. Text DELIGHT to (269) 281-2345 or register online before October 20.
October 29-30, 2021
Andrews University Seminary Chapel
Neighbor to Neighbor (our local Adventist Community Services center) is currently looking for volunteers for their "Helping Hand Team". To respond, please call 269-471-7411 or visit them at 9147 US 31, Berrien Springs, MI.
