Resources

Speaker

Dwight K. Nelson

Dwight 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, August 14, 2021

More In This Series

08/21/2021

Opening Music

"I Want to Walk As a Child of the Light"  •  Wayne Wold
Kenneth Logan, organ, Minister of Music

Welcome, Call to Worship & Prayer

Rodlie Ortiz, Associate Pastor

Hymn of Praise

"Praise, My Soul, the King of Heaven"  •  4
Lisa Jardine, Pioneer Member

Congregational Prayer

Duane & Lori Covrig, Pioneer Members

Children's Story & Prayer

Story: Jennifer Bokon, Teacher, Ruth Murdoch Elementary; Prayer: Arlo

Scripture Reading

Hebrew 12:1-2 NIV
Harold Smith & Jeannie Pedersen-Smith

Worship in Music

"Run the Straight Race Through God's Good Grace"  •  Christian Fink / Kenneth Logan
Alan Mitchell, trombone; Kenneth Logan, organ

Message

"Everyone is Called: Playing to an Empty Stadium (Lessons from the Olympiad)"  •  Dwight K. Nelson

Connect Card

 

Hymn of Response

"Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus"  •  290
Lisa Jardine

Benediction

Rodlie Ortiz, Associate Pastor, Pioneer Memorial Church

Closing Music

"My Jesus"  •  Johannes Brahms
Kenneth Logan, organ, Minister of Music

 

Opening Music

"I Want to Walk As a Child of the Light"  •  Wayne Wold
Kenneth Logan, Organ, Minister of Music

Welcome, Call to Worship & Prayer

Rodlie Ortiz, Associate Pastor

Praise

"Blessed Assurance"

Congregational Prayer

Trey and Galaletsang Mbaiwa, Pioneer Members

Pioneer Life

Baptism of Andrew Tidwell with Rodlie Ortiz
Baptism of Joshua Smalley with Rodlie Ortiz

Worship in Music

"Run the Straight Race Through God's Good Grace"  •  Christian Fink / Kenneth Logan
Alan Mitchell, trombone; Kenneth Logan, organ

Children's Story & Prayer

Story: Jennifer Bokon, Teacher, Ruth Murdoch Elementary; Prayer: Arlo

Praise

"Wonderful, Merciful Savior"  •  "The Power of Your Love"  •  "Fill My Cup Lord"

Scripture Reading

Hebrews 12:1-2 NIV

Message

"Everyone is Called: Playing to an Empty Stadium (Lessons from the Olympiad)"
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor, Pioneer Memorial Church

Connect Card

 

Closing Hymn

"Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus"

Closing Remarks/Blessing

Rodlie Ortiz, Associate Pastor, Pioneer Memorial Church

Closing Music

"My Jesus"  •  Johannes Brahms
Kenneth Logan, Organ, Minister of Music
 

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.

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