Resources

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

"Were You There?"—Spiritual; Kenneth Logan, organ, Minister of Music  •  "They Led Away My Lord"—Fred J. Allen; Andrews University Wind Symphony, Byron Graves, director

Welcome, Call to Worship & Prayer

Jenifer Daley, Associate Pastor

"Risen From the Dead!": A Hymn Cycle

"Thine Is the Glory"—SDAH 171, st. 1, 3  •  "Christ Is Alive!"—SDAH 182  •  "He Lives!"—SDAH 251, st. 1-2
Safari Shyirakera, vocals, Andrews University student, Charles Reid, vocals, Associate Professor of Music; Max Keller, trumpet, Assistant Professor of Music; Kenneth Logan, organ, Minister of Music

 

Congregational Prayer

Jenifer Daley, Associate Pastor

Children's Story & Prayer

Children's Story: Katie Bugbee; Children's Prayer: Lili Pena

Procession of Hope

Dwight and Karen Nelson

Worship in Music

"Resurrection Joy!"  •  Kenneth Logan
Betania Cañas, flute; Megan Case, oboe; Jason Marquez, clarinet; Erin Penrod, horn; Byron Graves, bass clarinet

Message

"Marriage: Fresh Hope for the 'M' Word - He Lives!"
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor

Hymn of Commitment

"Because He Lives"—SDAH 528

Closing Benediction

Jenifer Daley, Associate Pastor

Closing Music
 

Opening Music

"Were You There?"—Spiritual; Kenneth Logan, organ, Minister of Music  •  "They Led Away My Lord"—Fred J. Allen; Andrews University Wind Symphony, Byron Graves, director

Welcome, Call to Worship & Prayer

Jenifer Daley, Associate Pastor

Praise

Redeemed!—SDAH 338

Prayer

Jenifer Daley, Associate Pastor

Pioneer Life

Baptism of Tim Omwega, with Rodlie Ortiz, Associate Pastor

Children's Story & Prayer

Children's Story: Katie Bugbee; Children's Prayer: Lili Pena

Praise

"Lamb of God"  •  "The Risen Christ"  •  "Worthy Is The Lamb"

Procession of Hope

Dwight and Karen Nelson

 

Worship in Music

"Resurrection Joy!"  •  Kenneth Logan
Betania Cañas, flute; Megan Case, oboe; Jason Marquez, clarinet; Erin Penrod, horn; Byron Graves, bass clarinet

Message

"Marriage: Fresh Hope for the 'M' Word - He Lives!"
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor

Hymn of Commitment

"Because He Lives"—SDAH 528

Closing Benediction

Jenifer Daley, Associate Pastor

Closing Music

"Heroic Postlude"  •  Alec Rowley
Kenneth Logan, organ, Minister of Music

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Zambia Mission Needs Suitcases

We’re headed to Zambia soon and need 21 large rolling suitcases to carry supplies! Got an extra suitcase? Donate it and help us deliver essentials to those in need! You can drop it off at the church office during business hours.

Seeking Pre-Kindergarten Lead Teacher

The Crayon Box is looking for a qualified Pre-Kindergarten Teacher to prepare children ages 4-5 for kindergarten. The Pre-K teacher must have a great love and patience for children. Qualifications needed to teach them effectively include knowledge of best practices and Pre-Kindergarten educational methods as well as the ability to engage them and earn their trust and attention. The goal is to contribute to the healthy mental and emotional development of the child so they can thrive in their next level of education and have a lifelong love of learning. Must meet LARA requirements for lead caregiver.

Work Hours: 8:00-11:30 / 12:30-5:00 M-Th & 8:00 - 11:30 / 12:30-3:00 F

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