PazNaz Update: The First Church of the Nazarene of Pasadena, California, United States for Tuesday, March 15, 2016

PazNaz Update: The First Church of the Nazarene of Pasadena, California, United States for Tuesday, March 15, 2016

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Sunday's Sermon, March 13, 2016

Dr. Kevin Mannoia

John 11:38-44John 11:38 Yeshua, again deeply moved, came to the tomb. It was a cave, and a stone was lying in front of the entrance. 39 Yeshua said, “Take the stone away!” Marta, the sister of the dead man, said to Yeshua, “By now his body must smell, for it has been four days since he died!” 40 Yeshua said to her, “Didn’t I tell you that if you keep trusting, you will see the glory of God?” 41 So they removed the stone. Yeshua looked upward and said, “Father, I thank you that you have heard me. 42 I myself know that you always hear me, but I say this because of the crowd standing around, so that they may believe that you have sent me.” 43 Having said this, he shouted, “El‘azar! Come out!” 44 The man who had been dead came out, his hands and feet wrapped in strips of linen and his face covered with a cloth. Yeshua said to them, “Unwrap him, and let him go!”

An Evening with Tara Beth
This Thursday, March 17, at 7:00 pmYou are invited to this special evening with PazNaz's pastoral candidate, Tara Beth Leach, and her husband, Jeff, on Thursday, March 17, at 7:00 pm in Gilmore Hall. Light refreshments will be served.

"A Pastor’s Husband regarding His Pastor" by Jeff Leach, whose wife (Tara Beth) is a Nazarene pastor and a student at Northern Seminary.

When I was a student at a Small Christian college in the Midwest, I encountered young women who would express a desire to be a Pastor’s wife. I don’t think I ever encountered a single guy that said it was their hope as well. I can’t say that it was a dream of mine to be a Pastor’s husband, but I wouldn’t change a thing.
I think Tara Beth and I are a bit of an odd couple. Then again, given that most people are not pastors, and even fewer still are female pastors, I don’t expect to meet many more people in our situation. Working as an engineer, which is typically a male dominated profession, I’ve never come across someone who does not respond with a “oh” type of response after learning what my wife “does” for a living. After the initial shock of my unexpected response, many people will ask more about my wife’s career with intense curiosity. I suppose I’m not surprised since women Pastors are still a minority.
Marrying a Pastor doesn’t come with a guide book, and marrying a female Pastor is certainly a rare frontier. There are many articles, support groups, blogs, books, and even conferences for Pastor’s wives, but when it comes to Pastor’s husbands, it is few and far. Being a Pastor’s husband has been a 7 year journey (our entire marriage), and it seems I learn something new every year. So what have I learned?
Stand Down: As most husbands do, I like to protect my wife. Let’s face it, pastors face a beating now and then. People say things and people do things that are hurtful. Whether it is intentional or unintentional, I often feel the need to shield her. Yet, I have to allow her to be the minister God has called her to be, and sometimes this means allowing her to work through her own battles with me in the background providing her support and comfort.
Live counter-culturally: It should be quite obvious where I stand on the “women in ministry” debate, but I must say I have been surprised by some of the reactions we’ve gotten over the years. There have been the light-hearted situations like when the Mormon team (on their mission) stopped me on the sidewalk and attempted to debate theology. The look on their faces was priceless when I stepped back and let my wife take over, which I think threw them for a loop because they didn’t really have anything to say in response. On the other hand, we have had those moments where individuals just can’t get past the typical stereotypes and questions such as how it could ever work to move for my wife’s job.

Several years back, my wife was serving at a Church in Upstate New York and I was an engineer with a wonderful company. I will never forget my boss’s reaction when I told him I was resigning to move to a place where I would have no job lined up. In retrospect, maybe he did have some good points though, because I ended up working at an Olive Garden for 7 months until I found a job. Still even then, I didn’t second guess it, and never held Tara Beth to blame. For us it’s not about who will sacrifice for whom, because really we’re both sacrificing our agendas for where we feel God leading. I suspect it is the same for many Christian couples.
It’s our calling: Speaking of calling, I really do believe it is our calling. After all, the two shall become one, so how can we have different callings? Sure we have different gifts and edify the body in different ways, but my actions and how I live out my relationship with Tara Beth can greatly impact her ability to live out her calling to her fullest. For us, this can manifest in activities like talking through her sermon on a Saturday night, taking the boys out of the house for an entire day so she can meditate and write a sermon, whispering a prayer for her as she gets up to preach, reading the same theology book with her so we can discuss it, or caring for the boys and just letting her sleep in on a Saturday after a rough week of ministry. It is, after all, our calling.
Sure, there are those Sunday Mornings when I am trying to get the boys (we have two wild toddlers) ready for church after Tara Beth has already left that I wish she were home, but I have never once doubted her (no our) call. In fact, if it were easy and the sensible thing to do, I would actually start to question the perceived calling. I am not aware of many examples where God’s plan was predictable and easy.
While it can lead to some interesting situations (like having our 2 yr old yell “MOMMY” right during the sermon), it definitely places me in a unique situation to really see God’s plan in action. Though I didn’t know all that I was getting myself into, I wouldn’t even think about trading it. It is our calling.

Finishing Well
Help PazNaz Reach the Goal by Easter Sunday!PazNaz needs your help! Please prayerfully consider giving above and beyond your normal tithes and offerings during March to support World Missions and help PazNaz eliminate the current deficit.
Engaging the Public Arena as Citizens of the Kingdom
Friday, April 1, at 7:00 pmWhether it's regarding issues of civic responsibility, social justice, morality, or the protection of perceived religious liberties, how are Christians and citizens of the Kingdom called to engage the public arena? On Friday evening, April 1, at 7:00 pm in Lee Chapel, you are invited to attend a panel discussion on this timely issue. Dr. Kevin Mannoia as well as Dr. Ron Benefiel will be joined by others as they consider what it means for the Church to have and proclaim a prophetic voice to the public and political structures as ... citizens of the Kingdom. For more information, contact Melody Bundy at 626.351.2425.
Contact Melody Bundy

Testimony & Praise
Friday, March 18, at 7:00 pmAll women are invited to share in a time of worship led by Leslie Cheng and hear testimonies from PazNaz ladies on Friday, March 18, at 7:00 pm in Lee Chapel. A reception will follow in Gilmore Hall, North. Come connect with other women. Childcare is available with RSVP to Pastor Faith Romasco at fromasco@paznaz.org. Contact Megan Marsh at 626.351.2429 for more information.
Contact Megan Marsh
Pageant of Our Lord
Upcoming Prime Time Trip

If you are age 55 or better, come enjoy Rolling Hills Covenant Church’s unique presentation of the life of Christ with life-sized paintings and sculptures, narration, choir, and orchestra. The group will leave on Saturday, March 19, from the upper East parking lot at 11:30 am. The cost is $50. After the show, the group will go out to dinner. Sign up at HeBrews on Sundays or contact Sylva Hekimian at 626.351.2426.
Contact Sylva Hekimian

Baptism Class
Sunday, March 20, at 9:30 amThe next Baptism Class will be Sunday, March 20, at 9:30 am in Room 101, Lower Sanctuary. The Baptism Service will follow on Easter Sunday, March 27, at 9:30 am. Please contact Melody Bundy for more details at 626.351.2425.
Contact Melody Bundy

Eggs-Travaganza 2016
Candy Donations
Donate today!Bags and bags of candy are needed to fill the 15,000 Eggs-travaganza Easter Eggs this year! Please donate individually wrapped candy or non-edible treats, such as stickers and small toys. Baskets for donations will be located around the PazNaz and Valley Center campuses. Or you can drop off your donations at the PazNaz church office during the week.

Holy Week 2016

Palm Sunday Services, March 20
Regular Morning Services at PazNaz and Valley Center
Celebrate this special day with your PazNaz family at 8:00 am and 10:30 am in the PazNaz Sanctuary or at 9:00 am in the Valley Center Sanctuary.
Maundy Thursday, March 24, at 7:00 pm
PazNaz's Gilmore Hall with Dr. Brad Strawn
Maundy Thursday comes from the Latin words “mandatum novum” meaning new mandate. It was Jesus’ commandment to his followers to “love one another as I have loved you.” This was exemplified by Jesus taking the role of a humble servant and washing the feet of his disciples in the last hours of his ministry. Join this service of music, readings, meditation, and partaking of the Lord’s Supper together.
Good Friday Services, March 25, at 7:00 pm
Tenebrae Service in the PazNaz Sanctuary with Dr. Kevin Mannoia
A one hour liturgical service that tells the story of God's steadfast love, Christ's sacrificial love, and the Spirit's continued work of recreation. Music and worship, Scripture and readings, light and dark come together to remember the crucifixion of Jesus and prepare the church to celebrate the resurrection.
Eggs-travaganza, Saturday, March 26, at 11:00 am
Two Locations: PazNaz Campus & Valley Center Campus
Eggs-travaganza includes multiple egg hunts, popcorn, games, prizes, and yes, a visit from the Easter Bunny himself!
Easter Sunday, March 27
PazNaz: Easter Garden (7:00 am) / Baptism (9:30 am) / Sanctuary (10:30 am)
Valley Center: Sanctuary ( 9:00 am)
Keeping with tradition, the celebration of the resurrection of our Lord begins early in the morning as the sun rises in the PazNaz Easter Garden. A full service follows in the Sanctuary, where you can worship with the Celebration Choir and Sunrise Orchestra and hear an inspirational message. A special baptism service will also be held in the Sanctuary to celebrate new life in Christ.
Easter Breakfast, Sunday, March 27
8:00 am in Gilmore Hall, PazNaz Campus
8:00 am in Frazier Hall, Valley Center Campus
Bring the whole family and enjoy a delicious Easter morning breakfast for only $5 per person. Children five and under are free.
HeBrews Volunteers Needed
Serve on Sundays, Once a MonthIf you have the desire to serve others but are not sure where to start, consider joining HeBrews Hospitality Ministries. Your duties would include answering questions about church activities and greeting people with a warm welcome. You would serve at least once a month for one and half hours. HeBrews needs personnel coverage from 7:30 am-12:00 pm on Sundays. If you are interested in this opportunity, you can sign up at HeBrews on Sundays or contact Sylva Hekimian at 626.351.2426.
Contact Sylva Hekimian
Mandarin Ministries
Sunday Worship

PazNaz's Mandarin Ministries will begin holding a Sunday morning worship service each week starting Easter Sunday, March 27. This new service will start at 11:00 am and will meet in Room 248, Reed Hall. Please contact Pastor Min Xiao for more information.
Contact Min Xiao
Memorial Services
Two Upcoming Services on Thursday, March 17
Memorial Service for Ruby West
You are invited to the memorial service for Ruby West will be held on Thursday, March 17, at 1:30 pm. The service will be held at Little Church of the Flowers in Forest Lawn, Glendale, located at 1712 South Glendale Avenue

Glendale, California 91205, United States.
Memorial Service for Mark Jorgensen
There will be a memorial service for Mark Jorgensen on Thursday, March 17, at 3:00 pm. You are invited to his apartment, located at 386 East Ashtabula Street

Pasadena, California 91104, United States for the service.
Please keep these two families in your prayers during this difficult time.
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PazNaz Update: The First Church of the Nazarene of Pasadena, California, United States for Tuesday, March 8, 2016

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Sunday's Sermon, March 6, 2016

Dr. Carla Sunberg

Luke 15:1-3, 11b-32Luke 15:1

 The tax-collectors and sinners kept gathering around to hear Yeshua, 2 and the P’rushim and Torah-teachers kept grumbling. “This fellow,” they said, “welcomes sinners — he even eats with them!” 3 So he told them this parable:

11 Again Yeshua said, “A man had two sons. 12 The younger of them said to his father, ‘Father, give me the share of the estate that will be mine.’ So the father divided the property between them. 13 As soon as he could convert his share into cash, the younger son left home and went off to a distant country, where he squandered his money in reckless living. 14 But after he had spent it all, a severe famine arose throughout that country, and he began to feel the pinch.

15 “So he went and attached himself to one of the citizens of that country, who sent him into his fields to feed pigs. 16 He longed to fill his stomach with the carob pods the pigs were eating, but no one gave him any.

17 “At last he came to his senses and said, ‘Any number of my father’s hired workers have food to spare; and here I am, starving to death! 18 I’m going to get up and go back to my father and say to him, “Father, I have sinned against Heaven and against you; 19 I am no longer worthy to be called your son; treat me like one of your hired workers.” ’ 20 So he got up and started back to his father.

“But while he was still a long way off, his father saw him and was moved with pity. He ran and threw his arms around him and kissed him warmly. 21 His son said to him, ‘Father, I have sinned against Heaven and against you; I am no longer worthy to be called your son — ’ 22 but his father said to his slaves, ‘Quick, bring out a robe, the best one, and put it on him; and put a ring on his finger and shoes on his feet; 23 and bring the calf that has been fattened up, and kill it. Let’s eat and have a celebration! 24 For this son of mine was dead, but now he’s alive again! He was lost, but now he has been found!’ And they began celebrating.

25 “Now his older son was in the field. As he came close to the house, he heard music and dancing. 26 So he called one of the servants and asked, ‘What’s going on?’ 27 The servant told him, ‘Your brother has come back, and your father has slaughtered the calf that was fattened up, because he has gotten him back safe and sound.’ 28 But the older son became angry and refused to go inside.

“So his father came out and pleaded with him. 29 ‘Look,’ the son answered, ‘I have worked for you all these years, and I have never disobeyed your orders. But you have never even given me a young goat, so that I could celebrate with my friends. 30 Yet this son of yours comes, who squandered your property with prostitutes, and for him you slaughter the fattened calf!’ 31 ‘Son, you are always with me,’ said the father, ‘and everything I have is yours. 32 We had to celebrate and rejoice, because this brother of yours was dead but has come back to life — he was lost but has been found.’”

Daylight Saving Time
A friendly reminder...Don’t forget to set your clocks forward one hour on Saturday night, March 12, before you go to bed.

Membership Class
Saturday, March 12, at 8:30 amIf you’d like to become a church member at PazNaz, the next Membership Class Breakfast will be Saturday, March 12, at 8:30 am in Room 249, Reed Hall. This free breakfast will be a great opportunity for you to learn about the history of the Church of the Nazarene and PazNaz. You are not required to join the church by taking the class. Contact Melody Bundy to make a reservation at 626.351.2425. Childcare is also available with a reservation.
Contact Melody Bundy
Delegate Volunteers Needed
Volunteer by Sunday, March 13Members of PazNaz who are 15 years of age and older are eligible to serve as delegates at the annual Los Angeles District Assembly which will be held at PazNaz on Thursday and Friday, June 16 & 17. If you are willing and available to represent PazNaz at the District Assembly, please contact Melody Bundy at 626.351.2425 by Sunday, March 13.
Contact Melody Bundy
Pageant of Our Lord
Upcoming PrimeTime Trip

If you are age 55 or better, come enjoy Rolling Hills Covenant Church’s unique presentation of the life of Christ with life-sized paintings and sculptures, narration, choir, and orchestra. The group will leave on Saturday, March 19, from the upper East parking lot at 11:30 am. The cost is $50. After the show, the group will go out to dinner. Sign up at HeBrews on Sundays or contact Sylva Hekimian at 626.351.2426.
Contact Sylva Hekimian

Testimony & Praise
Friday, March 18, at 7:00 pmAll women are invited to share in a time of worship led by Leslie Cheng and hear testimonies from PazNaz ladies on Friday, March 18, at 7:00 pm in Lee Chapel. A reception will follow in Gilmore Hall, North. Come connect with other women. Childcare is available with RSVP to Pastor Faith Romasco at fromasco@paznaz.org. Contact Megan Marsh at 626.351.2429 for more information.
Contact Megan Marsh
Canadian Rockies Trip
Coming July 14-20

The Pasadena PrimeTime group is going on a fun and exciting trip to the Canadian Rockies on July 14-20. If you are aged 55 or better, you won't want to miss it. The trip price includes admission to Calgary Stampede, Banff Gondola, Glacier Adventure & Glacier Skywalk, Maligne Lake Cruise, and six nights hotel stay with breakfast. The cost is $2,500 for double occupancy rooms and $3,400 for single occupancy rooms. Secure your spot by making a $700 payment by Tuesday, March 15. Sign up at HeBrews on Sundays or contact Sylva Hekimian at 626.351.2426.
Contact Sylva Hekimian

Baptism Class
Sunday, March 20, at 9:30 amThe next Baptism Class will be Sunday, March 20, at 9:30 am in Room 101, Lower Sanctuary. The Baptism Service will follow on Easter Sunday, March 27, at 9:30 am. Please contact Melody Bundy for more details at 626.351.2425.
Contact Melody Bundy

Eggs-Travaganza 2016
Candy Donations
Donate today!

Bags and bags of candy are needed to fill the 15,000 Eggs-travaganza Easter Eggs this year! Please donate individually wrapped candy or non-edible treats, such as stickers and small toys. Baskets for donations will be located around the PazNaz and Valley Center campuses. Or you can drop off your donations at the PazNaz church office during the week.

Holy Week 2016

Palm Sunday Services, March 20
Regular Morning Services at PazNaz and Valley Center
Celebrate this special day with your PazNaz family at 8:00 am and 10:30 am in the PazNaz Sanctuary or at 9:00 am in the Valley Center Sanctuary.
Maundy Thursday, March 24, at 7:00 pm
PazNaz‘s Gilmore Hall with Dr. Brad Strawn
Maundy Thursday comes from the Latin words “mandatum novum” meaning new mandate. It was Jesus’ commandment to his followers to “love one another as I have loved you.” This was exemplified by Jesus taking the role of a humble servant and washing the feet of his disciples in the last hours of his ministry. Join this service of music, readings, meditation, and partaking of the Lord’s Supper together.
Good Friday Services, March 25, at 7:00 pm
Tenebrae Service in the PazNaz Sanctuary with Dr. Kevin Mannoia
A one hour liturgical service that tells the story of God's steadfast love, Christ's sacrificial love, and the Spirit's continued work of recreation. Music and worship, Scripture and readings, light and dark come together to remember the crucifixion of Jesus and prepare the church to celebrate the resurrection.
Eggs-travaganza, Saturday, March 26, at 11:00 am
Two Locations: PazNaz Campus & Valley Center Campus
Eggs-travaganza includes multiple egg hunts, popcorn, games, prizes, and yes, a visit from the Easter Bunny himself!
Easter Sunday, March 27
PazNaz: Easter Garden (7:00 am) / Baptism (9:30 am) / Sanctuary (10:30 am)
Valley Center: Sanctuary ( 9:00 am)
Keeping with tradition, the celebration of the resurrection of our Lord begins early in the morning as the sun rises in the PazNaz Easter Garden. A full service follows in the Sanctuary, where you can worship with the Celebration Choir and Sunrise Orchestra and hear an inspirational message. There will also be a special time of baptisms between the services in the Sanctuary.
Easter Breakfast, Sunday, March 27
8:00 am in Gilmore Hall, PazNaz Campus
8:00 am in Frazier Hall, Valley Center Campus
Bring the whole family and enjoy a delicious Easter morning breakfast for only $5 per person. Children five and under are free.
HeBrews Volunteers Needed
Serve on Sundays, Once a MonthIf you have the desire to serve others but are not sure where to start, consider joining HeBrews Hospitality Ministries. Your duties would include answering questions about church activities and greeting people with a warm welcome. You would serve at least once a month for one and half hours. HeBrews needs personnel coverage from 7:30 am-12:00 pm on Sundays. If you are interested in this opportunity, you can sign up at HeBrews on Sundays or contact Sylva Hekimian at 626.351.2426.
Contact Sylva Hekimian
Mandarin Ministries
Sunday Worship

PazNaz's Mandarin Ministries will begin holding a Sunday morning worship service each week starting Easter Sunday, March 27. This new service will start at 11:00 am and will meet in Room 248, Reed Hall. Please contact Pastor Min Xiao for more information.
Contact Min Xiao
Locations
First Church of the Nazarene of Pasadena
3700 East Sierra Madre Boulevard
Pasadena, California 91107, United States
Valley Center: A Campus of PazNaz
5119 North Valley Center Avenue
Covina, California 91724, United States
Service Times
Sundays
8:00 am - PazNaz's Lee Chapel
9:00 am - Valley Center Sanctuary
10:30 am - PazNaz Sanctuary
Wednesdays
6:30 pm - PazNaz Campus
Contact Us
Phone: 626.351.9631
Email: info@paznaz.org
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