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
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
Announcing Honduras mission trip
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.