Do you love serving children? If so please prayerfully consider joining the Pioneer Youth Mission team of college students and church members. We will be serving at the Hogar de Niños in Honduras from January 2-12, 2026. Question, contact Scott Schalk or Glenn Russell at glenn@andrews.edu
A Banner Unfurled
My Soul Followeth Hard After Thee
Resources
Speaker
Dwight K. NelsonDwight 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, February 12, 2022
More In This Series
OPENING MUSIC
“Prelude on RHOSYMEDRE [‘Lovely’]” • Ralph Vaughan Williams
WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP
“HEART OF JESUS”: A HYMN CYCLE
“My Maker and My King” • “In the Heart of Jesus” • “O Love of God Most Full” • “Dear Lord and Father”
CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER
Manoba Manuvel, Student
CHILDREN’S STORY
Story: Ben Martin;
Prayer: Arlo
SCRIPTURE READING
Psalm 63:3-4, 6-8 NKJV
Christine Rorabeck
WORSHIP IN MUSIC
“All Creatures of Our God and King” • Mark Hayes
MESSAGE
“A Banner Unfurled: ‘My Soul Followeth Hard After Thee’”
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor
CONNECT CARD
HYMN OF COMMITMENT
“O Day of Rest and Gladness”
BENEDICTION
CLOSING MUSIC
“My Jesus, Thou to Me” • Johannes Brahms
OPENING MUSIC
“Prelude on RHOSYMEDRE [‘Lovely’]” • Ralph Vaughan Williams
WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP
PRAISE
“Alleluia, Sing to Jesus”
CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER
Manoba Manuvel, Student
CHILD DEDICATION
Liam Rangel presented by Marlon and Milet Rangel with Rodlie Ortiz
WORSHIP IN MUSIC
“All Creatures of Our God and King” • Mark Hayes
CHILDREN’S STORY
Story: Ben Martin;
Prayer: Arlo
PRAISE
“O the Deep, Deep Love of Jesus” • “Christ, Our Hope In Life and Death” • “And Can It Be”
MESSAGE
“A Banner Unfurled: ‘My Soul Followeth Hard After Thee’”
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor
CONNECT CARD
HYMN OF COMMITMENT
“O Day of Rest and Gladness”
BENEDICTION
CLOSING MUSIC
“My Jesus, Thou to Me” • Johannes Brahms
Announcing Honduras mission trip
Help Pack 7,000 Bags for Christmas Behind Bars
On Sunday, October 26, beginning at 9 am in Johnson Gym, 400 people will have the opportunity to help pack 7,000 bags for our Christmas Behind Bars event. Join us for this fast-paced, fun, and family-friendly event sponsored by Pioneer Memorial Church and Andrews University. Use this link to sign up: https://forms.gle/H9pHrvudPiex8yns5 (Your presence and invitation to others helps to support our strategic initiatives for PIONEER.)
Howard Center Presents: Reggie & Ladye Love Smith
Reggie and Ladye Love Smith are two of the world’s most sought-after vocalists. They have been performing as part of the award-winning “Gaither Gospel Series” which airs weekly on television networks all over North America and Europe. Reggie is currently a member of the Gaither Vocal Band and Lady is touring with the band as a soloist on their nationwide tours. With unending energy, plus a wealth of talent and a genuinely sweet spirit, this couple makes beautiful music wherever they go. Join us at the Howard Performing Arts Center on November 2, 2025 at 7:00 pm and enjoy an exceptional evening of Christian music. Please go to https://howard.andrews.edu to purchase your tickets or you can drop by the Howard Performing Arts Center on the campus of Andrews University, in person, to purchase your tickets.
Pizza and Parables
Pizza & Parables, Where faith meets flavor! Every Wednesday from 6:30–7:30 PM, high school students are invited for pizza, Bible study, and friends. Come hungry for both food and the Word! Meet in the Pioneer Youth Chapel.
Free 4D Ultrasound
The Lake Michigan College Sonography Program at the Benton Harbor campus is offering a free 4D Ultrasound for pregnant volunteers. Appointments are available on Tuesdays in October and November. Volunteers must be between 21 and 35 weeks at time of scan. This free opportunity helps to support the LMC sonography students.
House of Prayer
Pioneer Earlyteen Loft
Please join us for House of Prayer Wednesday evenings at 7pm in the Earliteen Loft for a time of singing, Bible study and prayer.