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
“Allegro in D”Antonio Vivaldi / Steven Frackenpohl
Andrews Academy String Orchestra Elsy Gallardo-Díaz, director
WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP
“GOD OUR LIGHT, ROCK, & FORTRESS”: A HYMN CYCLE
“The Lord Is My Light” • “A Shelter in the Time of Storm” • “A Mighty Fortress Is Our God”
CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER
BABY DEDICATION
Ethan M. Kasuba, presented by Noah Kasuba and Doreen Mwanza with John Glass
CHILDREN’S STORY
Children’s Story: Jessica Yoong; Prayer: Aeba
WORSHIP IN MUSIC
“Deep River” • Spiritual / Carrie Gruselle
Andrews Academy String Orchestra Elsy Gallardo-Díaz, director
MESSAGE
“When They Persecute You”
Dwight K. Nelson
CONNECT CARD
HYMN OF COMMITMENT
BLESSING
CLOSING MUSIC
“A Mighty Fortress Is Our God” • Johann Walther
Kenneth Logan, Minister of Music
OPENING MUSIC
“Allegro in D”Antonio Vivaldi / Steven Frackenpohl
Andrews Academy String Orchestra Elsy Gallardo-Díaz, director
WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP
CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER
PIONEER LIFE
WORSHIP IN MUSIC
“Deep River” • Spiritual / Carrie Gruselle
Andrews Academy String Orchestra Elsy Gallardo-Díaz, director
CHILDREN’S STORY
Children’s Story: Jessica Yoong; Prayer: Aeba
PRAISE
“A Shelter in the Time of Storm” • “A Mighty Fortress Is our God”
MESSAGE
“When They Persecute You”
Dwight K. Nelson
CONNECT CARD
CLOSING SONG
BLESSING
CLOSING MUSIC
“A Mighty Fortress Is Our God” • Gabriel Palacios
Gabriel Palacios, Andrews University Student
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.
