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

 

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