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A Primer for the Next Generation

Primer for the Next Generation: RELSHP 101

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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.

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Intimacy with God! A classic Bible story reveals its necessity, its simplicity, its complexity, and will get you in touch with both the Martha-side and Mary-side of your own heart.
Saturday, March 06, 2010

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02/20/2010
Primer for the Next Generation: XNY 101
Highly convictional religious communities can unwittingly skew the view of the bottom line, leading to the very disobedience they seek to avert. There’s only one remedy. The next generation, as ours, will die without it.
02/27/2010
Primer for the Next Generation: PRYR 101
“Come unto Me.” A simple invitation with the potential to yoke us up with Jesus, redeem and empower. But with our fast-paced lives and full schedules as they are today, coming unto Him is easier said than done on a daily basis. Which is why Pastor Dwight’s own personal method for getting it done has been found to be so practical and workable by thousands today.
03/20/2010
Primer on the Cross: ‘For the Love of Christ'
There is something deep in the human spirit that resists being compelled to do anything, unless what compels us also heals us.
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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/.