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

“When I Survey the Wondrous Cross” • Lowell Mason

WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP

 

“FRIEND OF SINNERS”: A HYMN CYCLE

“Jesus, What a Friend for Sinners” • 187 st. 1-3
“Rescue the Perishing” • 367
"What a Friend We Have in Jesus” • 499, st. 1, 3

CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER

Marius Jensen, student

CHILDREN’S STORY

Story: Elena, Daryna and Loren, AU Animal Science Students; Prayer: Kena

WORSHIP IN MUSIC

“Inscription of Hope” • Randall Stroope

MESSAGE

“Good-bye Pandemic, Hello Refugees— Sign Me Up!”
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor

THE LORD'S SUPPER

 

SCRIPTURE READING

1 Corinthians 11:23-26
Ildiko Gyeresi, Pioneer Elder

PRAYER

Anthony Yeboah, Pioneer Elder

PARTAKING EMBLEMS

 

HYMN OF COMMITMENT

“Sent Forth by God’s Blessing” • 407

BENEDICTION

 

CLOSING MUSIC

“Gathered Together: We Share You”
Kenneth Logan

 

OPENING MUSIC

“When I Survey the Wondrous Cross” • Lowell Mason

WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP

 

PRAISE

“What A Friend We Have In Jesus” • 499

CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER

Marius Jensen, student

WORSHIP IN MUSIC

“Inscription of Hope” • Randall Stroope

CHILDREN’S STORY

Story: Elena, Daryna and Loren, AU Animal Science Students; Prayer: Kena

PRAISE

“How Great Thou Art” • 86
“Only Trust Him” • 279
“When The Roll Is Called Up Yonder” • 216

MESSAGE

“Good-bye Pandemic, Hello Refugees— Sign Me Up!”
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor

THE LORD'S SUPPER

 

SCRIPTURE READING

1 Corinthians 11:23-26
Ildiko Gyeresi, Pioneer Elder

PRAYER

Anthony Yeboah, Pioneer Elder

PARTAKING EMBLEMS

 

HYMN OF COMMITMENT

“Sent Forth by God’s Blessing” • 407

BLESSING

 

CLOSING MUSIC

“Gathered Together: We Share You” • Kenneth Logan

 

A British Winter's Night: Wind Symphony Winter Concert

A British Winter’s Night concert will be an evening of lively traditional British tunes and ballads.  From the popular Vaughan Williams Sea Songs and English Folk Song Suite, to the rousing tunes of the Irish Washerwoman and Country Gardens, this evening is sure to delight! The Andrews University Wind Symphony, under the direction of Denisse Santos-Gooden, will once again collaborate with the Southwestern Michigan College Brass Band under the direction of Mark Hollandsworth. The two ensembles will take the stage at the Howard Performing Arts Center on January 31, 2026 at 8:00 PM. Start off your new year with toe-tapping tunes and swaying sweet melodies! Tickets are available at howard.andrews.edu.

Standout Event

Andrews University invites homeschool and public high school students to attend Standout, taking place February 20–22. This event is designed to serve as a spiritual refueling experience for students who may not have regular access to Adventist revival programs or daily religious instruction. We invite you to learn more and register for this impactful weekend at: https://www.andrews.edu/splash/standout