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.
Opening Music
"Our Father in Heaven" • Johann Sebastian Bach
"On Wings of Kindness" • Kenneth Logan
Kenneth Logan, organ, Minister of Music
Welcome, Call to Worship & Prayer
Jenifer Daley, Associate Pastor
"Kindness": A Hymn Cycle
"In the Heart of Jesus"—SDAH 577, st. 1-2 • "I've Found a Friend", no. 186, st. 1 • "Day by Day"—SDAH 532, st. 1-2 • "Seeking the Lost"—SDAH 373, all st.
Pioneer Sanctuary Choir, Brenton Offenback, director; Kenneth Logan, organ, Minister of Music
Congregational Prayer
Andrew Tidwell and Joshua Smalley
Pioneer Life/Testimony
Abigail Rose BourgeT presented by José & Christine Bourget with Dwight K. Nelson
Children's Story & Prayer
Story: Juliette Horton, Pioneer Member; Prayer: Rolf Andvik
Scripture Reading
Colossians 3:12-14 NIV
Cheryl Logan, Pioneer Member
Worship in Music
"Prayer for Our Time" • Hal Hopson
Pioneer Sanctuary Choir, Brenton Offenback, director
Message
"For the Love of an Animal: Heehaw"
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor
Connect Card/Prayer
Hymn of Commitment
"I Would Be Like Jesus"—SDAH 311, st. 1, refrain, repeat refrain • "Like Jesus"SDAH 492, refrain only
Elizabeth Wilson, mezzo-soprano
Closing Remarks/Benediction
Jenifer Daley, Associate Pastor
Closing Music
"My Heart Abounds With Pleasure" • Johannes Brahms
Kenneth Logan, organ, Minister of Music
Opening Music
"Our Father in Heaven" • Johann Sebastian Bach
"On Wings of Kindness" • Kenneth Logan
Kenneth Logan, organ, Minister of Music
Welcome, Call to Worship & Prayer
Jenifer Daley, Associate Pastor
Praise
"He Is Exalted" • "Blessed Assurance"
Ivan Rachath, piano; Jason Marquez, clarinet; Johnny Schnepp, cello; Zachariah Schnepp, cajon
Congregational Prayer
Andrew Tidwell and Joshua Smalley
Worship in Music
"Prayer for Our Time" • Hal Hopson
Pioneer Sanctuary Choir, Brenton Offenback, director
Baby Dedication
De'reese Amere Roosevelt Williams and Montrell De'reese Williams presented by Walter & Sharday Williams, with Pastor Eugene Anthony
Children's Story & Prayer
Story: Juliette Horton; Prayer: Rolf Andvik
Praise
"Mighty To Save" • "For The One"
Scripture Reading
Message
"For the Love of an Animal: Heehaw"
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor
Connect Card/Prayer
Song of Commitment
"I Would Be Like Jesus"—SDAH 311 • "Like Jesus"—SDAH 492
Closing Remarks/Blessing
Jenifer Daley, Associate Pastor
Closing Music
"My Heart Abounds With Pleasure" • Johannes Brahms
Kenneth Logan, organ, 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.
