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

Opening Music

"Marvelous Grace of Our Loving Lord"  •  Daniel Towner
Kenneth Logan, organ, Minister of Music

Welcome

Rodlie Ortiz, Associate Pastor

"Stand Up!": A Hymn Cycle

"Lead On, O King Eternal"  •  "Father, Lead Me Day by Day"  •  "Stand Up! Stand Up for Jesus!"
Hymn Leaders: Fabio Siniscarchio, Rob Raney, Raleigh Pettey; Kenneth Logan, organ, Minister of Music

Congregational Prayer

Prescott Khair, Associate Chaplain

Pioneer Life

Rodlie Ortiz, Associate Pastor

Children's Story & Prayer

Children's Story: John Glass; Prayer: Asher

Worship in Music

"'Tis So Sweet to Trust in Jesus"  •  Wayne Hooper
Vocal Quartet: Fabio Siniscarchio, Raleigh Pettey, Robert Raney, Nathan Cheng

Message

"How to Become an Influencer: Damascus Road"
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor

Congregational Response in Song

"The Lord's Prayer"  •  Albert Malotte
Brenton Offenback, PMC Sanctuary Choir director

Benediction

Rodlie Ortiz, Associate Pastor

Closing Music

"Our Father in the Heavenly Kingdom"  •  Felix Mendelssohn
Kenneth Logan, Minister of Music

 

Opening Music

"Marvelous Grace of Our Loving Lord"  •  Daniel Towner
Kenneth Logan, Minister of Music

Welcome

Rodlie Ortiz, Associate Pastor

Praise

Victory in Jesus

Congregational Prayer

Chase Wilder, AU Student Association Religious Vice-President

Pioneer Life

Rodlie Ortiz, Associate Pastor

Worship in Music

"'Tis So Sweet to Trust in Jesus"  •  Wayne Hooper
Vocal Quartet: Fabio Siniscarchio, Raleigh Pettey, Rob Raney, Nathan Cheng

Children's Story

Children's Story: John Glass; Prayer: Asher

Praise

Wonderful Words of Life  •  Reckless Love

Message

"How to Become an Influencer: Damascus Road"
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor

Congregational Response in Song

"The Lord's Prayer"  •  Albert Malotte
Brenton Offenback, PMC Sanctuary Choir director

Blessing

Rodlie Ortiz, Associate Pastor

Closing Music

"Our Father in the Heavenly Kingdom"  •  Felix Mendelssohn
Kenneth Logan, organ, Minister of Music

 

Master Guide Toolbox!

Please join us for the next Master Guide Toolbox event at the Andrews University Seminary, February 6-7, 2026! Share with your friends, colleagues, students or in your newsletters! If you have any questions, please contact Cheryl Logan at cjhlogan@gmail.com. Spread the word! 

ZOOM IN! Summer Camp 2026

 ZOOM IN! to God’s Amazing World at The Crayon Box Summer Camp, running June 1–August 20, 2026. Children entering Kindergarten through age 12 will enjoy a summer filled with nature, science, creativity, teamwork, and play as they explore how God’s hand is at work all around them. Each themed week encourages campers to notice the small wonders, big ideas, and amazing details of God’s creation. Located on the beautiful campus of Andrews University, The Crayon Box offers a safe, joyful, faith-centered place for children to spend their summer vacation with on-campus adventures, campus field trips, and visits from zoo and wildlife educators. Enrollment is open now at andrews.edu/services/crayonbox/summercamp. Space is limited. Forms are due May 18, 2026.

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