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.
More In This Series
OPENING MUSIC
“Holy, Holy, Holy” • Charles Gounod
WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP
Ben Martin, Associate Pastor
“LOOKING TO JESUS”: A HYMN CYCLE
“Holy, Holy, Holy”
“Come, Thou Almighty King”
“We Would See Jesus”
“Savior, Teach Me Day by Day”
“Take Time to Be Holy”
CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER
Ben Martin, Associate Pastor
PIONEER LIFE
Ordination of Deacons
CHILDREN’S STORY
Children’s Story: Craig Harris, Associate Youth Director Michigan Conference
Prayer: Harper
WORSHIP IN MUSIC
“I Will Bless the Lord” / “Lift Up Your Heads”K. Medema / anon.
MESSAGE
“An Influencer People Are Hungry For”
Dwight K. Nelson
CONNECT CARD
HYMN OF COMMITMENT
“Take Time to Be Holy”
BLESSING
Ben Martin, Associate Pastor
CLOSING MUSIC
“Andante Moderato” • Marcel Dupré
OPENING MUSIC
“Holy, Holy, Holy” • Charles Gounod
WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP
Ben Martin, Associate Pastor
PRAISE
“Promises”
CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER
Ben Martin, Associate Pastor
PIONEER LIFE
Ordination of Deacons
WORSHIP IN MUSIC
“I Will Bless the Lord” / “Lift Up Your Heads”K. Medema / anon.
CHILDREN’S STORY
Children’s Story: Craig Harris, Associate Youth Director Michigan Conference
Prayer: Harper
PRAISE
“Be Thou My Vision”
“Never Lost”
MESSAGE
“An Influencer People Are Hungry For”
Dwight K. Nelson
CONNECT CARD
CLOSING SONG
“Take My Life”
BLESSING
Ben Martin, Associate Pastor
CLOSING MUSIC
“Andante Moderato” • Marcel Dupré
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.
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.
