Backpacks for Berrien will be collecting single-serve, non-parishable food items for Berrien Springs school children in need throughout the month of December. Please see the collection bins and needs lists in The Commons and inside the entrance to the office. Thank you for your help!
Chasing Jesus
How to Find the Key to Your Handcuffs
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, September 10, 2022
More In This Series
OPENING MUSIC
“Fantasia” • Johann Sebastian Bach
WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP
John Glass, Associate Pastor
“CHAINS OFF, HEART FREE”: A HYMN CYCLE
“Open My Eyes” • 326, st. 1-2
“Jesus, Your Blood and Righteousness” • 177, st. 1-3
“Jesus Loves Me” • 190 refr. only
“And Can It Be?” • 198
CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER
“We Would See Jesus” • 494, st. 1
BABY DEDICATION
Gabriel Aveina Habiri, presented by Terence and Pulemalie Habiri with John Glass
CHILDREN’S STORY
“We Walk by Faith” • James Biery
SCRIPTURE READING
Evelyn Savory, RMES Principal
John 8:31-36 NIV
WORSHIP IN MUSIC
“Steal Away to Jesus” • Gwyneth Walker
MESSAGE
“Chasing Jesus: How to Find the Key To Your Handcuffs”
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor
CONNECT CARD
SONG OF COMMITMENT
“I Will Sing of My Redeemer” • 343
BENEDICTION
CLOSING MUSIC
“My Jesus, You to Me” • Johannes Brahms
OPENING MUSIC
“Fantasia” • Johann Sebastian Bach
WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP
John Glass, Associate Pastor
PRAISE
“The Blood Will Never Lose Its Power”
“I Will Never Be”
“Fear Is Not My Future”
CHILDREN STORY
SCRIPTURE READING
Stephen Zork, Andrews University Professor
John 8:31-36 NIV
WORSHIP IN MUSIC
“Steal Away to Jesus” • Gwyneth Walker
MESSAGE
“Chasing Jesus: How to Find the Key To Your Handcuffs”
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor
CONNECT CARD
SONG OF COMMITMENT
“I Will Sing of My Redeemer” • 343
BLESSING
CLOSING MUSIC
“My Jesus, You to Me” • Johannes Brahms
Backpacks for Berrien Food Collection
Pioneer 2024 Contribution Statements
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Spanish Sabbath School Class
Sabbath School is the perfect setting to rediscover the power of Bible study and prayer. In one of the most diverse campuses in the nation, we aspire to allow all our church members, students, and guests to study and learn in their language. To further this, we are establishing the Spanish Sabbath School Class so all our Spanish-speaking brothers and sisters can join us in learning together in our weekly Sabbath School. With that, please grab your Spanish sabbath school lesson and join us starting Sabbath, January 4, 2025.
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."
Something in Common Sabbath School
Something in Common Sabbath School presents "Marriage Oneness" by Tim Lundy and Robert Lewis
- 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.
Care for Cuba
A group of students from Andrews University are preparing to embark on a life-changing mission in March of 2025. They will engage in evangelism, health care, and community outreach in Cuba. This mission trip has been going on for 11 years, and the impact has been tremendous, thanks to your help. Would you support this mission once again by donating right here in your church or give at www.careforcuba.org/donate? Thank you for your prayers as they prepare to send off students to serve and share Jesus!