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Return to Calvary
The Blind Portal (How to See Beyond the Grave)
Resources
Speaker
Dwight K. NelsonSince 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.
Offering
Saturday, April 08, 2023
More In This Series
OPENING MUSIC
“Jubilee (Variations on ‘Saints Bound for Heaven’)” • James Curnow
WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP
HYMN OF PRAISE
“Christ Is Alive!” • 182
CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER
“Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus” • 290, chorus only
Jenifer Daley, Associate Pastor
BAPTISM*
Joel Samuel Peckham with John Peckham
OFFERTORY
“When the Roll Is Called Up Yonder” • Ronald Johnson
CHILDREN’S STORY
Jenifer Daley, Associate Pastor
WORSHIP IN MUSIC
“Joy in All Things” (“Come, Christians, Join to Sing”) • Brian Balmages
PROCESSION OF HOPE
Dwight & Karen Nelson
HYMN OF RESURRECTION HOPE
“Christ the Lord Is Risen Today” • 166
MESSAGE
“Return to Calvary: The Blind Portal (How to See Beyond the Grave)”
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor
HYMN OF COMMITMENT
“The Day of Resurrection” • melody of 619
BENEDICTION
CLOSING MUSIC
“Be Not Afraid” • Felix Mendelssohn
Pioneer Kids Church Bags
Change in Neighbor to Neighbor Donation Policies
We would like our community to know that effective Sunday, September 1, 2024, Neighbor To Neighbor will only take donations Monday through Thursday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Being found on the premises after hours will not be allowed and will be considered trespassing. Thank you for your understanding.
Something in Common Sabbath School
Something In Common Sabbath School presents Don’t Give Up by Kyle Idleman
When you are hanging by a thread, losing faith and short on strength, what you need is real encouragement—a battle cry, a call to action, marching orders to push back the darkness. Stand up straight. Face your fears and enemies. And remember that you are not alone.
Join us weekly from August 24-September 21, Sabbath Mornings at 10:30-11:30, in PMC room 141.
Pioneer Memorial Church Announces New Associate Pastor
Pioneer Memorial Church is delighted to announce the selection of Jacob Gibbs as a new Associate Pastor. Pastor Jacob was introduced to Pioneer on July 27, 2024, although his official start date was July 18, 2024. Pastor Jacob will serve as Associate Pastor at Pioneer Memorial Church and an Associate Chaplain with the Center for Faith Engagement at Andrews University.
Pastor Jacob Gibbs felt a call to ministry when he accepted Jesus as his Savior in 2002. Over the next nine years, he pursued his purpose and training at Mission College of Evangelism and Andrews University—gaining experience as a Bible Worker and Literature Evangelist. Pastor Jacob graduated from Andrews University in 2011 with a Bachelor's in Art and Theology. He later returned for his Master's Degree in Pastoral Ministry.
During his undergraduate years, he met his wife, Emily Knott, and they were married in 2012. Pastor Jacob has served in the Michigan Conference for 13 years, starting with a three-church district in the central part of Michigan's Upper Peninsula and most recently as the Senior Pastor of the Cedar Lake Seventh-day Adventist Church at Great Lakes Adventist Academy. Pastor Jacob's passions in ministry include hobby-based outreach, small groups, applied arts, and personal Bible studies. Pastor Jacob and Emily have two daughters, Eva and Avianne. They look forward to starting this new chapter of their lives by serving the communities of Andrews University and the Pioneer Memorial Church.