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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

"What is truth?" Pilate asked Him, but didn't pursue the opportunity his own question provided. The same opportunity is provided us, inviting us to pursue the chance that Pilate had but lost.
Saturday, April 08, 2000

More In This Series

04/01/2000
The Upside-down Kingdom: In Search of the Greeks
The cry of the seeking Greeks, "Sir, we want to see Jesus," is the echoed cry of the secularized world today. Christ and His Cross is still the only hope for their cries in crisis. Explore our role in God's effort to answer the cry of the seeking Greeks.
04/22/2000
Looking for a Silver Bullet in a Black Hole
The resurrection of Jesus. The treasure of the universe. Has this treasure lost its luster and become commonplace to us? Dust off the old stone and behold the transforming rays radiating from the empty tomb.
05/27/2000
A Long Obedience in the Same Direction - Neitzche & Jesus
". . . that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven." The PMC Mission Statement: "Forward on our knees: Readying our lives, Reflecting His love, Reaching our world, for the imminent return of Jesus."
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Offering for April 26, 2025

Michigan Advance Partners

Author Melvin Santos Speaking: When I was little boy, I was asked to help collect the offerings with the adult deacons and deaconesses. I wondered how we would get the money to God. My young innocent mind was trying to process this dilemma. Is there a special place we deposit the money and God sends His angels to pick it up later? Then I learned that the church represents the body of Christ on earth. So, when we give to the church, we really give it to God by faith.

God doesn’t need our money to do His work on earth. He owns the universe and galaxies. But He allows us to partner with Him so He can bless us, make us the funnel to bless others, and grow His kingdom. God’s systematic giving plan enables us to develop His character. Our great opportunity is to join heavenly agencies in the great plan of redemption.

“We cannot enrich Him with our gifts. Says the Psalmist: ‘All things come of Thee, and of Thine own have we given Thee.’ Yet God permits us to show our appreciation of His mercies by self-sacrificing efforts to extend the same to others. This is the only way in which it’s possible for us to manifest our gratitude and love to God. He has provided no other.” (Counsels on Stewardship, p.18).

Today, let’s be the blessing that blesses others. North American Division Stewardship Ministries 

—North American Division Stewardship Ministries

Music Camp at Pioneer!

The Institute of Young Musicians for Christ is excited to be having a music camp at Pioneer Memorial Church! At our music camps young people ages 6-17 are offered an immersive, week-long musical experience. Our quality musical training—combined with fun, friends, and faith-building encounters— provides a truly incredible opportunity. The camp offers tracks for children 6-12 with or without musical experience and a track for teenagers with significant musical experience. To learn more and register, visit iymcsda.org/michigan. We hope to see you there!

Lamson Hall Upgrades with Maranatha

From May 11–June 8, 2025, Maranatha Volunteers International will be working at Andrews University to update the Lamson Hall residential rooms and suite bathrooms. Please consider volunteering and letting your family and friends know of this opportunity. All individuals (including local) should sign up at the Maranatha website: https://maranatha.org/volunteer-opportunities/.