Walk into the advent story... Share in the expectation... Experience God's Glory... Journey to Bethlehem - Come join take this FREE 1 hour walking journey through the Advent Story on December 14 from 5-8 PM. Meet shepherds, the wisemen, Roman soldiers, a Biblical marketplace, Mary and Joseph and discover why Christ came to this earth. Groups Leave from the Student Activity Center located at 6295 W Main St, Eau Claire, MI 49111. Tours leave every 10 minutes between 5 & 8 PM, December 14. No Reservations required, ALS interpreter available, please contact us in advance. Wheelchair accessible journey on paved sidewalk. Questions? Call or text 269-405-5026 or email us at Eauclairecritters@gmail.com.
For the Love of an Animal
Roarrr
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, June 12, 2021
Opening Music
"O God, Faithful God" • Johannes Brahms
Kenneth Logan, organ, Minister of Music
Welcome, Call to Worship & Prayer
Lindsey Pratt, Associate Pastor
Hymn of Praise
"This Is My Father's World", no. 92, all st.
Congregational Prayer
Yolande and Terry Robertson, Pioneer Elders
Organ Bridge
Kenneth Logan, Minister of Music.
Pioneer Life
Tami Jardine
Children's Story & Prayer
Story: John Rorabeck, Pioneer Member; Prayer: Abishek
Scripture Reading
Psalm 138:3 & Proverbs 28:1
Sinegugu Katenga, Pioneer Elder
Worship in Music
"Fight the Good Fight" • Kenneth Logan
Charles Reid, tenor, Pioneer Member; Kenneth Logan, organ, Minister of Music
Message
"For the Love of an Animal: Roarrr"
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor
Connect Card/Prayer
Hymn of Commitment
"Amazing Grace", no. 108, st. 1, 3-4
Charles Reid, tenor, Associate Professor; Kenneth Logan,organ
Benediction
Lindsey Pratt, Associate Pastor
Closing Music
"Fantasia" • Johann Sebastian Bach
Kenneth Logan, organ, Minister of Music
Opening Music
"O God, Faithful God" • Johannes Brahms
organ: Kenneth Logan, Minister of Music
Welcome, Call to Worship & Prayer
Lindsey Pratt, Associate Pastor
Praise
"New Name Written Down In Glory / Jesus Is Mine"
Watchmen, vocals
Congregational Prayer
Yolande and Terry Robertson, Pioneer Elders
Baptism
Anthony Joel Rodriguez with Rodlie Ortiz
Adalgisa Massiel Rodriguez with Rodlie Ortiz
Worship in Music
"Fight the Good Fight" • Kenneth Logan
Charles Reid, tenor, Associate Professor; Kenneth Logan, organ, Minister of Music
Praise
"Great Is The Lord" • "Who?" • "I Must Tell Jesus"
Watchmen, vocals
Message
"For the Love of an Animal: Roarrr"
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor
Connect Card/Prayer
Closing Song
"I Would Be Like Jesus"
Watchmen
Blessing
Lindsey Pratt, Associate Pastor
Closing Music
"Fantasia" • Johann Sebastian Bach
Kenneth Logan, Minister of Music
Journey to Bethlehem - Live Nativity Walk in Eau Claire
Offering for November 29, 2025
Camp Sagola Lodge
During their wanderings in the desert, the wilderness transformed into a unique classroom where God imparted life's essential principles to the children of Israel. Each day, He sent manna from heaven, teaching them invaluable lessons in reliance and gratitude. God could have effortlessly created a river to quench their thirst or provided an excess of "natural" food for months of sustenance. He chose instead to instruct the Israelites to trust Him for their daily needs. For forty years, they depended on God to provide food and water.
In contrast, we have the convenience of turning on a faucet to get a drink or go to our pantry where there is enough food to last for days. It becomes challenging to rely on God when our basic survival needs are easily met.
However, Jesus said, “…Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceeds from the mouth of God” (Mathew 4:4, NKJV). But Jesus is speaking beyond the needs of the human body. He is referring to the needs of a human being consisting of a body, soul, and spirit. The words of God are the source of nourishment and life for our soul and spirit which only God can provide.
So, how can we learn to trust and depend on Him today? The answer lies in our faithfulness to dedicate our time, talents, and treasures to God for the advancement of His kingdom.
—Melvin Santos, Kansas/Nebraska Conference in partnership with the North American Division Stewardship Ministries
Honduras Mission Team January 2026
The Pioneer Youth Missions team is getting ready for the January 2-12 project in Honduras. The team will be conducting a camp directed by Scott Schalk for about 100 children from the Hogar de Niños and the surrounding community. Additionally there will be many worships, activities and projects at the children's home. Your financial support and prayers are requested. For more information, contact Glenn Russell (glenn@andrews.edu)
Belong: Soup for Students
Soup for Students is just around the corner! Sunday, December 7, at 6 PM in the PMC Commons. We’d love to know what you’re planning to bring—soup, bread, your smile, or all of the above! Simply text “NOURISH” to 269-281-2345 to sign up
Belong: Angel Tree
This holiday season, help make Christmas special for a student/student family by selecting a card from one of the Christmas trees at church. Each card includes a family’s list of needs and wishes—simply choose a card, shop, and deliver your items by December 14th. No need to wrap—we’ll handle that for you! Let’s spread joy together with Belong Ministries this Christmas!
Spring Semester GROW Groups
Spring semester GROW Groups will begin the 1st week of February. If you would like to lead a group please text LEAD to 269-281-2345 or click the link below to submit the attached form on or before December 15. https://pmchurch.org/ministries/growgroups/register
Dr. Woodrow Whidden, 10/15/1944 - 11/11/2025
Woodrow Whidden died peacefully at home beside his loving wife, Peggy, on Tuesday, November 11. He lived a full life devoted to his family, the ministry, teaching and academic writing. Pioneer has been his home church since 1990 when he began teaching at Andrews. Your love, generosity and comforting presence in the days since Woody's passing have meant so much to our family. Everyone is invited to a public memorial service here at Pioneer on Friday, December 5, at 1 PM. Love and Thanks from The Whidden Family
Sabbath School Volunteers Needed
Give our Pioneer kids a gift this holiday season - your time, teaching or supporting Sabbath Schools, 10:30-11:30 AM each Sabbath. Text CHILDREN to 269-281-2345 or email childrenss@pmchurch.org to learn more.
Seeking Voices for Sabbath Video Series!
Adventist Learning Community is producing a short series exploring Sabbath keeping and its impact on everyday life. We're looking for individuals to interview who joined the Adventist Church within the last 15 to 20 years and are comfortable on camera. If you're open to sharing your experience and how Sabbath has shaped your life, please contact Luke Bowers at lbowersweb@gmail.com, we'd love to hear from you!
Adventist-Muslim Relations Group
Join us to pray for active missionaries and explore how to build bridges between Adventists and Muslims. We meet at 6:30 PM on the first and third Monday each month in the Leadership Lab of the Campus Center at Andrews University.
