Out of His deep love for humanity, God changes our lives and asks us to move His love into our community and world. We are uniquely positioned at Andrews University to share the story of God’s love from the residence halls to the farthest parts of the earth. We accomplish our mission by engaging people across generations to be disciples of Jesus through the process of Connect. Grow. Serve. Go.
Pioneer Media supports the local ministry needs related to classroom and teaching technology. It also creates content for and manages Pioneer's online presence and produces our broadcast television program.
We have volunteer teams that help you to serve the church and the neighborhood in a variety of ways. The best place to serve is where you’re using your God-given gifts, talents, and passions the most.
Your financial gift helps support ministry here at Pioneer. From local to global ministry, keeping our facility safe and clean, to outreach and family growth activities, it all provides a space to worship, learn, and grow together. We invite you to Give Purposefully, Give Faithfully, and Give Joyfully.
Since 1983, Dwight Nelson has served as lead pastor of the Pioneer Memorial Church on the campus of Andrews University. He preaches on the “New Perceptions” telecast, teaches at the theological seminary and has written some books, including The Chosen. He and his wife, Karen, are blessed with two married children and 2 granddaughters.
Fugue on “O Sacred Head Now Wounded” • Kenneth Logan
WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP
HYMN OF PRAISE
“Worthy, Worthy Is the Lamb” • 246
CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER
“We Would See Jesus” • 494, st. 1
WORSHIP IN MUSIC
“Nothing But the Blood” • Craig Courtney
MESSAGE
“Chasing Jesus: Bathing in the Red River"
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor
FOOTWASHING
“Power in the Blood” • 294, st. 1-3
”Marvelous Grace” • 109, st. 1-3
”My Jesus, I Love Thee” • 321, st. 1-2
“My Faith Looks Up to Thee” • 517, st. 1-2
THE LORD’S SUPPER
SCRIPTURE READING
Mark 14:23-25 NIV
Mordekai Ongo, Pioneer Elder
PRAYER
Andrea Gibbs, Pioneer Elder
DISTRIBUTION
“I Walked Today Where Jesus Walked” • Geoffrey O’Hara
PARTAKING
HYMN OF COMMITMENT
“Sent Forth by God’s Blessing” • 407
CLOSING MUSIC
“O Lamb of God, Unspotted” • Johann Sebastian Bach
OPENING MUSIC
Fugue on “O Sacred Head Now Wounded” • Kenneth Logan
WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP
PRAISE
“Graves Into Gardens” • “God of Wonders” • “I Surrender / I Surrender All”
WORSHIP IN MUSIC
“Nothing But the Blood” • Craig Courtney
MESSAGE
“Chasing Jesus: Bathing in the Red River”
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor
FOOTWASHING
“Power in the Blood” • 294, st. 1-3
”Marvelous Grace” • 109, st. 1-3
”My Jesus, I Love Thee” • 321, st. 1-2
“My Faith Looks Up to Thee” • 517, st. 1-2
THE LORD’S SUPPER
SCRIPTURE READING
Mark 14:23-25 NIV
Mordekai Ongo, Pioneer Elder
PRAYER
Andrea Gibbs, Pioneer Elder
DISTRIBUTION
“I Walked Today Where Jesus Walked” • Geoffrey O’Hara
PARTAKING
HYMN OF COMMITMENT
“Sent Forth by God’s Blessing” • 407
CLOSING MUSIC
“O Lamb of God, Unspotted” • Johann Sebastian Bach
Adventist Seniors of Michiana (ASM) June 11 Potluck
Matthew 24:14 presents almost unbelievable problems, but Pastor Laurence Burn of Adventist Frontier Missions has a potential solution which he will present to ASM attendees on Sunday, June 11. Come with your food and friends who are at least 55 years old, to the Village SDA Church Fellowship Hall at 1:00 PM for fellowship, potluck, and perhaps an exciting answer to these age-old problems!
We will also be treated to a vocal solo or two by Trudean Tselliott, from Jamaica, who is now a dormitory dean at Andrews University. Doug and Carol Macomber got acquainted with her last year at campmeeting and really enjoyed her beautiful voice, so now we are privileged to hear her, too!
Now Hiring Summer Staff for Andrews University Summer Camp
Nurture, interact, support and create a safe and inclusive environment for children grades 1-7. Responsibilities include managing a group of children Monday-Friday, supervising all aspects of the day, leading children through a weekly schedule and participating/teaching/assisting in all activities.
June 5-Aug 18, 2023. Various shifts available between 7:30 am - 5:00 pm Monday - Friday Must be at least 18 years old. Competitive pay. Lunch included! https://www.andrews.edu/admres/jobs/
New England Adventist Heritage Tour
You are invited to join the New England Adventist Heritage Tour. On this tour you will have the opportunity to walk the ground that the Adventist Pioneers walked, sing the songs they sang and learn what their passions were. As part of this tour, lectures will be given in which lessons from Adventist history will be applied to life today. Give yourself the chance to deepen your understanding of Adventist history and have an enjoyable time while doing so!
• Dates: July 16–23, 2023 (Sunday–Sunday)
• Cost:
o Students: MDiv and MAR students pay $385 in addition to their Summer Semester Tuition
o Spouses: There are 5 reduced rate spouse seats at $799, but if the number of spouses exceeds five, additional spouses will pay the full price of $1,725.
o Community members: $1,725.
• Applications Now Accepted: Applications will only be accepted via email at carclasses@andrews.edu.
• Brochure & Application Form: See online at www.centerforadventistresearch.org/netour/.
• Courses Offered: See www.centerforadventistresearch.org/netour/.
Each Sabbath morning at both 1st and 2nd services, people gather in "The Prayer Room" to pray for the church service, the participants, and the congregants, both in-house and online. We are in need of more volunteers for both services. We pray for the prayer requests submitted each week (which are anonymous). We participate in the congregational prayer and listen to the sermon on a monitor provided in The Prayer Room. If you have a heart to pray for others or are looking for more information, please contact Deb Montcalm at greengables75@yahoo.com.
N2N Looking for an Adventist Administrator
Neighbor To Neighbor, Adventist Community Service Center is looking for an Adventist Administrator. Must be caring, flexible and have great communication skills with management and public relations experience. Must have an associate or bachelor degree. Duties include management of the Thrift Store, volunteers and facilities supervision. A full time position with benefits. If interested, have questions or want to submit a resume contact: info@n2nhelps.com
Village Music Camp
Do you have a child between the ages of 6-16 who would like to participate in music camp? If so, then they will enjoy IYMC's Music Camp at Village SDA Church. We accept children both with and without musical experience. Come for a week of quality music instruction, a focus on music used for ministry, and fellowship with like-minded friends! Your child can attend masterclasses, learn a new instrument, and participate in choir, orchestra, handbells, and more! Register at https://www.iymcsda.org/village
Andrews University Summer Camp
Andrews University Summer Camp and The Crayon Box Children’s Learning Center are together offering 10 weeks of Bible-based educational summer adventures for children entering grades 1–7 (June 12 – August 18). Our day camp is held exclusively on the Andrews University campus and features Vacation Bible School-style programming and field trips. Each week of camp highlights a different theme and Bible adventure. Registration is open now. https://www.andrews.edu/services/crayonbox/summercamp/
Something In Common Sabbath School
"Love Like You Mean It" video series:
June 3 – Love is Generous
June 10 – Love is Easy Going
June 17 – Love is Virtuous
June 24 – Love is Honest
July 1 – Love is Tenacious
July 8 – Love Never Fails
Join us every Sabbath morning from 10:30-11:30 AM in Pioneer Room 141.
Everyone is welcome!
Pioneer Reception Has Moved!
Thanks to our exciting elevator project, Pioneer has temporarily relocated our Reception to the Lower Level Welcome Center.
You may visit the Lower Level Welcome Center by using the internal stairs via the main Awning Entrance or by using the external stairs adjacent to the Awning Entrance. Heidi Ha will continue to provide you with excellent service with key & card access, Sabbath School resources, volunteer engagement, facilities use, and much more. Contact phone numbers will remain the same—269-471-3133 and 269-471-6565.
We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your patience as we collaborate on the exciting and much-anticipated elevator project.
Update for Renovate 2.0
Our building committee and church board have voted to install the much-needed elevator and redesign the stairs to reduce their steep climb which in turn can provide more comfortable access to our church for all God's people.
