Pioneer Offices Closed  —  

for New Years December 31 to January 2.

 

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

“A Mighty Fortress Is Our God” • Johann Walther

WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP

Ben Martin, Associate Pastor

“HIGHER GROUND”: A HYMN CYCLE

“Soldiers of Christ, Arise” • 616, st. 1-2
“Faith Is the Victory” • 608
“Higher Ground” • 625, st. 1-2, 4

CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER

“Rescue the Perishing” • 367, st. 1

OFFERTORY

“Dare to Be a Daniel” • Philip Bliss / Kenneth Logan

CHILDREN’S STORY

 

SCRIPTURE READING

Thiago Alves da Silva
Luke 18:1, 6-8 NIV

WORSHIP IN MUSIC

“How Firm a Foundation” • Dan Forrest

MESSAGE

“Mission: Impossible (Maybe)—The Invasion of Normandy—A Secret Well-kept”
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor

CONNECT CARD & PRAYER

 

HYMN OF COMMITMENT

“Soldiers of Christ, Arise” • 616, st. 1 & 3

CLOSING MUSIC

“How Firm a Foundation” • Janet Linker

 

OPENING MUSIC

“A Mighty Fortress Is Our God” • Johann Walther

WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP

Ben Martin, Associate Pastor

PRAISE

“Glory To His Name”
“Just As I Am”

CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER

 

WORSHIP IN MUSIC

“How Firm a Foundation” • Dan Forrest

OFFERTORY

“Dare to Be a Daniel” • Philip Bliss / Kenneth Logan

CHILDREN’S STORY

 

PRAISE

“I Sing Praises / I Just Want To Praise You / We Exalt Thee”
“Thank You Jesus For The Blood”

SCRIPTURE READING

Chris Mata, AU Student
Luke 18:1, 6-8 NIV

MESSAGE

“Mission: Impossible (Maybe)—The Invasion of Normandy—A Secret Well-kept”
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor

CONNECT CARD & PRAYER

 

CLOSING SONG

“Soldiers of Christ, Arise” • 616, st. 1 & 3

CLOSING MUSIC

“How Firm a Foundation” • Janet Linker

 

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Backpacks for Berrien Food Collection

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!

Pioneer 2024 Contribution Statements

Contribution Statements for 2024 will be emailed to you toward the end of January 2025. Please ensure that your email address is current. Should you have any questions regarding your email, please contact the church office. If you require a paper copy of your statement, please notify claudia.sowler@pmchurch.org.

AdventistGiving Online (AGO) Contributions

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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!