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, December 25, 2021

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OPENING MUSIC

“The Holy Boy (A Carol of Nativity)” • John Ireland
Organ: Kenneth Logan, Minister of Music

CHRISTMAS WELCOME

 

CHRISTMAS CALL

PASTOR: “Break forth, O beauteous heavenly light, to herald our salvation;”

PEOPLE: “He stoops to earth—the God of might, our hope and expectation.”

PASTOR: “He comes in human flesh to dwell, our God with us, Immanuel,”

PEOPLE: “The light of darkness breaking, our fallen race befriending.”

PASTOR: “O come, let us adore Him, Christ the Lord.”

PEOPLE: Amen.

CHRISTMAS CAROLS:“BORN TO SAVE”

“Good Christians, Now Rejoice"  •  “Now Is Born the Divine Christ Child”  •  “O Little Town of Bethlehem”  •  “Angels from the Realms of Glory”
Leanne Miller, soprano; Byron Graves, clarinet, Kenneth Logan, organ

CHRISTMAS FAMILY PRAYER

Rhonda, Aron, and Stella Tomenko
Sonia Badenas and Marco Sciarabba*

CHRISTMAS BAPTISM*

Do Hyun (Paul) Cho with Hong Pal Ha

CHRISTMAS CAROL

“Away in a Manger”

CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS STORY

Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor

CHRISTMAS READING

Pavel and Sam Tomenko • Davide Sciarabba*
Luke 2:1-7 NKJV

“And it came to pass in those days that a decree went out from Caesar Augustus that all the world should be registered. This census first took place while Quirinius was governing Syria. So all went to be registered, everyone to his own city. Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judea, to the city of David, which is called Bethlehem, because he was of the house and lineage of David, to be registered with Mary, his betrothed wife, who was with child. So it was, that while they were there, the days were completed for her to be delivered. And she brought forth her firstborn Son, and wrapped Him in swaddling cloths, and laid Him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn.”

CHRISTMAS MUSIC

“What Child Is This?” • Kenneth Logan
Betania Cañas, flute; Kenneth Logan, organ

CHRISTMAS HOMILY

“Peace on Earth All Over Again—Redux 3”
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor

CHRISTMAS COMMITMENT

“Of the Father’s Love Begotten” • anon. melody
Elizabeth Wilson, mezzo-soprano

CHRISTMAS BLESSING

 

CLOSING MUSIC

“IN DULCI JUBILO” (“In Sweet Jubilation”)Johann Sebastian Bach
Organ: Kenneth Logan, Minister of Music

*Indicates 11:45 AM Service

 

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150th Anniversary Commemorative Blanket Available

Looking for a luxurious and thoughtful Christmas gift? These limited-edition, 100% wool blankets are crafted from the wool of the sheep raised at the AU Agriculture Education Center to commemorate the 150th anniversary of Andrews University. Made at
Mountain Meadow Wool Mill with natural, undyed wool, these high-quality blankets are perfect for family, friends, or anyone who values something special and meaningful. With only 45 still available, they’re truly one-of-a-kind! To learn more, go to the Made at Andrews store (www.madeatandrews.com) and search for "Logo blanket."

Prayer and Financial Support - Honduras Mission Trip

Your prayers and financial support are requested for the Pioneer Youth Mission Honduras team. The team will partner with the Hogar de Niños to provide a Friendship Camp. Scott Schalk and Glenn Russell will lead the Friendship Camp for about 75 children from the surrounding community. There will also be a special camping retreat for the Hogar de Niños, something these youth have never experienced before. The Hogar desperately needs a bus. Donations should be made to Pioneer Youth Missions Honduras.

2024 Advent Devotionals

Pioneer Women's Ministries invites you to share in the joy of the season by registering for this year's Advent devotionals, "Why Did Jesus Come? Going beyond John 3:16." Women and men are invited to join us as we dig deeper into God's amazing love, care, and deep desire to spend eternity with us. Devotionals will be sent daily December 1-25, 2024. You can receive a brief synopsis of each day's devotional by text and the full devotional by email by texting the word ADVENT to 269-281-2345. We look forward to sharing this blessed season with you.

Something in Common Sabbath School
Room 141

Something in Common Sabbath School presents "Marriage Oneness" by Tim Lundy and Robert Lewis

  • December 21 - Spiritual Beliefs and Marriage Oneness
  • December 28 - Sexual Intimacy and Marriage Oneness
  • January 4 - Roles, Responsibilities and Marriage Oneness
  • January 11 - Family, Friends and Marriage Oneness

Everyone is welcome each Sabbath at 10:30-11:30 in Pioneer Room 141.

2024 Advent Devotionals

 Pioneer Women's Ministries invites you to share in the joy of the season by registering for this year's Advent devotionals, "Why Did Jesus Come? Going beyond John 3:16." Join us as we dig deeper into God's amazing love, care, and deep desire to spend eternity with us. Devotionals will be sent daily December 1-25, 2024. You can receive a brief synopsis of each day's devotional by text and the full devotional by email by texting the word ADVENT to 269.281.2345. We look forward to sharing this blessed season with you.

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