Thursday, February 18, 2016

San Diego, California, United States First Church of the Nazarene's Newsletter - Thursday, February 18, 2016

San Diego, California, United States First Church of the Nazarene's Newsletter - Thursday, February 18, 2016 - The latest news and updates from SDFC


3901 Lomaland Drive
San Diego, California 92106, United States
619.849.3100
sdfcnaz.com
A NOTE from San Diego First Church of the Nazarene in Point Loma
Our Mission: To Lift Up Christ
Sunday, February 21, 2016
9:00 Classic Service in the Ellipse Chapel
10:30 New Celebration Service in Brown Chapel
“WAS JESUS A BARITONE?”
Text: Psalm 27
Psalm 27:
 (0) By David:
(1) Adonai is my light and salvation;
whom do I need to fear?
Adonai is the stronghold of my life;
of whom should I be afraid?
2 When evildoers assailed me
to devour my flesh,
my adversaries and foes,
they stumbled and fell.
3 If an army encamps against me,
my heart will not fear;
if war breaks out against me,
even then I will keep trusting.
4 Just one thing have I asked of Adonai;
only this will I seek:
to live in the house of Adonai
all the days of my life,
to see the beauty of Adonai
and visit in his temple.
5 For he will conceal me in his shelter
on the day of trouble,
he will hide me in the folds of his tent,
he will set me high on a rock.
6 Then my head will be lifted up
above my surrounding foes,
and I will offer in his tent
sacrifices with shouts of joy;
I will sing, sing praises to Adonai.
7 Listen, Adonai, to my voice when I cry;
show favor to me; and answer me.
8 “My heart said of you, ‘Seek my face.’”
Your face, Adonai, I will seek.
9 Do not hide your face from me,
don’t turn your servant away in anger.
You are my help; don’t abandon me;
don’t leave me, God my savior.
10 Even though my father and mother have left me,
Adonai will care for me.
11 Teach me your way, Adonai;
lead me on a level path
because of my enemies —
12 don’t give me up to the whims of my foes;
for false witnesses have risen against me,
also those who are breathing violence.
13 If I hadn’t believed that I would see
Adonai’s goodness in the land of the living, . . .
14 Put your hope in Adonai, be strong,
and let your heart take courage!
Yes, put your hope in Adonai!
John Wesley's Notes-Commentary for Psalm 27
Verse 2
[2] When the wicked, even mine enemies and my foes, came upon me to eat up my flesh, they stumbled and fell.
Light — My counsellor in all my difficulties, and my comforter and deliverer in all my distresses.
Strength — The supporter and preserver of my life.
Verse 3
[3] Though an host should encamp against me, my heart shall not fear: though war should rise against me, in this will I be confident.
In this — That God is my light.
Verse 4
[4] One thing have I desired of the LORD, that will I seek after; that I may dwell in the house of the LORD all the days of my life, to behold the beauty of the LORD, and to enquire in his temple.
Dwell. … — Have opportunity of constant attendance upon God.
To behold — That there I may delight myself, in the contemplation of thy amiable and glorious majesty, and of thy infinite wisdom, holiness, justice, truth, and mercy.
Verse 5
[5] For in the time of trouble he shall hide me in his pavilion: in the secret of his tabernacle shall he hide me; he shall set me up upon a rock.
The secret — In his tabernacle, into which mine enemies cannot come. He alludes to the ancient custom of offenders, who used to flee to the tabernacle or altar.
Rock — A place high and inaccessible.
Verse 9
[9] Hide not thy face far from me; put not thy servant away in anger: thou hast been my help; leave me not, neither forsake me, O God of my salvation.
Away — From thy face or presence, or from the place of thy worship.
Verse 11
[11] Teach me thy way, O LORD, and lead me in a plain path, because of mine enemies.
Because of — That I may neither fall into their hands by my folly, nor give them any occasion of triumphing over me.
Verse 13
[13] I had fainted, unless I had believed to see the goodness of the LORD in the land of the living.
The living — David was thus earnestly desirous of this mercy in this life, not because he placed his portion in these things; but because the truth and glory of God, were highly concerned in making good the promise of the kingdom to him.
Speaker: Pastor Dee Kelley
IN OTHER NEWS FROM SDFC:
young adult news:
“1722”
COLLEGE - AGED GROUP
for those ages 17 to 22
Sundays • 7-8:30pm • Ellipse • Dinner included
New Series!: "The Man, The Myth, The Legend -
Who is Jesus Christ?"
ALL-YOUNG ADULT EVENT:
Just Dance Tournament
Tucker’s Home (Melissa’s Parents) • Sat, Feb 27 • 7-8:30pm
*6:30pm carpool from church
LENT & EASTER CALENDAR & INFO:
Sun, March 20:
Palm Sunday Services: 9am in Ellipse &10:30am in Family Life Center
Baptism Class: 11:45am in Ellipse
Fri, March 25:
Good Friday Service: 7pm in Ellipse
Sun, March 27:
Easter Sunrise Service: 6am in Ellipse
Continental Breakfast: 9 -10:30amin Friendship Plaza
Easter Egg Hunt: 10am in Children’s Building
Easter Unified Service & Baptisms:10:30am in Brown
Join Easter Choir!
Join our Sanctuary Choir for the Easter season. The choir will be singing 3 times: Classic Service on Palm Sunday, Good Friday Service, & Easter Unified Service. Rehearsals are Wednesdays,7:30-8:00pm.
Contact Victor Labenske if you have questions.619-602-1690 or vlabensk@pointloma.edu.
BAPTISM:Those desiring to be baptized during our 10:30am Easter service, please contact the church office:church@sdfcnaz.com or 619.849.3100.
Baptism class is Sun, March 20 at 11:45am.
IN EVENING WITH AUTHOR SARAH BESSEY
Fri, Feb 19 • 7-8:30pm • Family Life Center
We have the incredible opportunity to host acclaimed author Sarah Bessey at our church in conjunction with PLNU's Writer's Symposium. She will share with us insights from her latest book, Out of Sorts. Refreshments and nursery (for ages 0-4) will be available and the event is open to both men and women.
You are also invited to a special “meet & greet” with Sarah from 5:45-6:30pm in the Ellipse.
To help us plan, please click this link to RSVP .
MEMBERSHIP CLASS
Saturday • February 20
8-11:30am • Bowes Conference Room
Wishing to transfer membership, join, or learn more about SDFC? Join this class led by Pastors Dee and Melissa. To sign up, contact the church office: church@sdfcnaz.com / 619.849.3100.
SDFC SPRING 2016 WORKSHOPS
Wednesdays • 6:30-8pm
Register online: http://sdfcnaz.com/connect/workshops
• Loving Our Kids On Purpose Book Study - led by Rich & Heather Hills
• Prayer, Conversing with God Book Study - led by Jo Clemmons
• Who Is My Neighbor? - led by Melissa Tucker -begins March 9
• Disastrous Devotionals - led by Dee Kelley -begins April 6
SAVE THE DATE:
SERVICE DAY
April 9 • 9am-2pm
Everyone is invited to be a part of this time of service and community. Mark your calendars now - project information and sign-ups to come!
PRIME TIME RETREAT
"The Gathering"
April 18 - 21
Murrieta Hot Springs Resort
Our speaker at this year's Prime Time Retreat will be Dr. Jim Bond, former General Superintendent and PLNU president. In addition, Brian Arner will be joining us in concert Monday evening.
Contact Aileen Scharn for more information or if you would like to register: aileenscharn@sbcglobal.net
CHILDREN'S MINISTRY
KID UNIVERSITY:
Kid University is three 3-week sessions on Wednesday nights in February, March and April, where you get to learn new and exciting things. Online registration and information available on the Children's Ministry section of our website.
SHOEBOX COLLECTION:
The children's department is collecting shoeboxes.
40 are needed by March. Thanks for pitching in!
OPPORTUNITIES TO SERVE
We have some volunteer needs at First Church and if you're interested in any of the following roles, let us know and Pastor Melissa will give you more information.
Once a Month on Sunday Morning:
● Welcome Center Host
● Kitchen Refreshment Server
● Children's teachers and small group leaders forSunday School or Children's Church and/ orWednesday nights for Children's Choir. Leaders for all ages are needed.
Text Shelle James@ 619.985.2253.
Every Three Months (for a month at a time):
● Door Greeter
● Parking Lot Greeter
● Usher
Once a Month on Wednesday Night:
● Kitchen Team Member for Wednesday Night Dinner (2nd or 3rd Wednesdays)
RECYCLE FUNDRAISER
Continue to place your plastic/glass bottles and aluminum cans in the recycle bins located in the Friendship Plaza, Youth room and Children’s Center. Thank you!
WEDNESDAY NIGHT DINNERS
Friendship Plaza ● 5:30-6:30pm
$5 = full plate, $3 = half plate
February 24: Lasagna
POINT OF PRAYER
Ellipse Chapel
Wednesdays, 7am - 5pm
Come and go prayer time.
Feel free to come alone or with a prayer partner(s), for a few minutes,
or as long as you need.
IN OUR PRAYERS:
● Tim Caffarella
● Mark Mann: is making a good recovery, he and his family thank you for continued prayer
● Barbara Nelson
● Carole Garrett
● Blair McQueen's Father
FIND MORE INFORMATION ABOUT SDFC, VISIT: www.sdfcnaz.com
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"Easter Sunday and Baptism!" The Naz Youth Group for Monday, 15 February 2016

The Naz Youth Group is a family. We are a community of Christ-followers that exist to serve God. We also really like Dodgeball, come hang out with us!

Interested in being Baptized?
Our next church baptism is coming up soon! Easter Sunday morning (March 27) is an opportunity to get baptized with your family and church family present. If you want to be baptized or simply want more info we are offering a baptism class onMarch 20 at 12pm. If you want more information email Jeremy atjeremyschultheiss@sdfcnaz.com.

Summer Camp!
Camp is the focus of our year and the absolute best thing we do. The best part of our week of camp that is different than other camps is that our youth staff are the counselors! That means that your child has the same caring and loving adult experience the best week ever with them and then after camp they can continue to hang out.
When: Mid High July 25-29. Sr High June 27-July 1
Where: Mid High - Idyllwild Pines Camp. Sr High - Camp Cedar Falls
Price: Mid High - $305. Sr High - $290.
Save Money: If you sign up for Mid High camp in February with a $50 deposit we'll match your deposit, giving you $50 just for signing up! This is the only time this year that we are making this offer. After this camp will just cost $305. What are you waiting for?
Registration form: Click here
Still on the fence? Check out one of the highlight videos from last year to see some of the stuff we do at camp! Click here for highlight videos.
Visit Our Website
Parent Volunteers Needed
We have been blessed with a large number of students that call SDFC/The Naz Youth Group home. Due to large numbers of students in attendance and the desire to balance fun and safety we are creating a new parent volunteer position! We are looking for parents to serve by being present at Mid High from 5:45-8 on Wednesday evenings. The primary responsibility is to help contribute to our safe and fun atmosphere that lets students be themselves. The secondary responsibility is to be present for parents of students that might have questions or want to know more about youth group or church involvement. If this is something you're interested in being part of please contact Jeremy!

Specific Ways to Give & Serve
Camp Scholarships: We try our best to keep our Youth Group activities and events free or at a low cost; but sometimes it is difficult for a family to afford sending their teen(s). This year we gave over $10,000 in scholarships for students to attend winter camp, Elevate, and summer camps. We begin fundraising almost as soon as camp is over. If you would like to give a one-time donation or a monthly donation towards student scholarships talk to Jeremy or Rick!
The Naz Youth Group
San Diego, California, United States First Church of the Nazarene
Website
STAY CONNECTED:

The Naz Youth Group
3901 Lomaland Drive
San Diego, California 92106, United States
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San Diego, California, United States First Church of the Nazarene's Newsletter - Thursday, February 11, 2016 - The latest news and updates from SDFC


3901 Lomaland Drive
San Diego, California 92106, United States
619.849.3100
sdfcnaz.com
A NOTE from San Diego First Church of the Nazarene in Point Loma
Our Mission: To Lift Up Christ
Sunday, February 14, 2016
9:00 Classic Service in the Ellipse Chapel
10:30 New Celebration Service in Brown Chapel
“TACKLING TEMPTATION”
Text: Luke 4:4
Luke 4:
4 Yeshua answered him, “The Tanakh says, ‘Man does not live on bread alone.’”[Luke 4:4 Deuteronomy 8:3]
Speaker: Pastor Dee Kelley
IN OTHER NEWS FROM SDFC:
FRESH START
Saturday • February 13 • 8:45am-3pm
Bridge Church of the Nazarene
Bloomington, California, United States
Every year, the Southern California District of Nazarene churches gather for Fresh Start, a training day about discipleship. Come hear messages from Dr. David Busic (general superintendent for the Church of the Nazarene), attend various workshops, and enjoy lunch together. The cost is $12. If you are interested in attending, contact the church office or click on the registration link on the home page of the church website.
young adult news
“1722”
COLLEGE - AGED GROUP
for those ages 17 to 22
Sundays • 7pm • Ellipse
Dinner included
Topic: Wrapping up series on- Navigating Relationships
YOUNG ADULT EVENT
Just Dance Tournament step up & bust a move
at the Tucker’s Home (Mel’s Parents)
Saturday • February 27 • 7-8:30pm
*6:30pm carpool from church
SAN DIEGO GLOBAL POVERTY FORUM
President's Day, February 15, 2pm
The Center for International Development at PLNU is hosting the San Diego Global Poverty Forum. This year’s theme is “What’s Working, and How Do We Know.” Leading Christian researchers will compare the efficacy of various approaches to poverty alleviation.
This is a free event, but seating is limited. We recommend you register today and plan on arriving early.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/san-diego-global-poverty-forum-2016-tickets-20868823212
SAVE THE DATE
SERVICE DAY
April 9 • 9am-2pm
Everyone is invited to be a part of this time of service and community. Mark your calendars now - project information and sign-ups to come!
EASTER CHOIR
Join our Sanctuary Choir for the Easter season.
Choir will be singing 3 times:
1. Classic Service on Palm Sunday
2. Good Friday Service
3. Easter Unified Service
Rehearsals are Wednesdays, 7:30-8:00
Contact Victor Labenske if you have questions.619-602-1690 or vlabensk@pointloma.edu
AN EVENING WITH AUTHOR SARAH BESSEY
Friday • February 19 • 7-8:30pm
the Ellipse
We have the incredible opportunity to host acclaimed author Sarah Bessey at our church in conjunction with PLNU's Writer's Symposium. She will share with us insights from her latest book, Out of Sorts. Refreshments and nursery (for ages 0-4) will be available and the event is open to both men and women.
You are invited to a special “meet and greet” with Sarah from 5:45-6:30pm in the Ellipse.
To help us plan, please visit the church website to RSVP .
MEMBERSHIP CLASS
Saturday • February 20
8-11:30am • Bowes Conference Room
Wishing to transfer membership, join, or learn more about SDFC? Join this class led by Pastors Dee and Melissa. To sign up, contact the church office:church@sdfcnaz.com / 619.849.3100.
YOUNG ADULT EVENT
Saturday, February 27, 7-8:30pm
Just Dance Tournament: Step Up & Bust a Move
at Tucker's Home (Mel's Parents)
*6:30pm carpool from church
SDFC SPRING 2016 WORKSHOPS
Wednesdays • 6:30-8pm
Register online: http://sdfcnaz.com/connect/workshops
• Loving Our Kids On Purpose Book Study - led by Rich & Heather Hills
• Prayer, Conversing with God Book Study - led by Jo Clemmons
• Who Is My Neighbor? - led by Melissa Tucker -begins March 9
• Disastrous Devotionals - led by Dee Kelley -begins April 6
PRIME TIME RETREAT
"The Gathering"
April 18 - 21
Murrieta Hot Springs Resort
Our speaker at this year's Prime Time Retreat will be Dr. Jim Bond, former General Superintendent and PLNU president. In addition, Brian Arner will be joining us in concert Monday evening..
Contact Aileen Scharn for more information or if you would like to register: aileenscharn@sbcglobal.net
children's ministries...
KID UNIVERSITY
Kid University is three 3-week sessions on Wednesday nights in February, March and April, where you get to learn new and exciting things.
Online registration and information at SDFCNAZ.com.
OPPORTUNITIES TO SERVE
We have some volunteer needs at First Church and if you're interested in any of the following roles, let us know and Pastor Melissa will give you more information.
Once a Month on Sunday Morning:
● Welcome Center Host
● Kitchen Refreshment Server
● Children's teachers and small group leaders for Sunday School or Children's Church and/ or Wednesday nights for Children's Choir. Leaders for all ages are needed.
Text Shelle James@ 619.985.2253.
● New Celebration Service Environment Team
Every Three Months (for a month at a time):
● Door Greeter
● Parking Lot Greeter
● Usher
Once a Month on Wednesday Night:
● Kitchen Team Member for Wednesday Night Dinner
RECYCLE FUNDRAISER
Continue to place your plastic/glass bottles and aluminum cans in the recycle bins located in the Friendship Plaza, Youth room and Children’s Center. Thank you!
WEDNESDAY NIGHT DINNERS
Friendship Plaza ● 5:30-6:30pm
February 17: Chicken Tenders
$5 for a full plate and $3 for a half plate.
*Vegetarian options are available.
POINT OF PRAYER
Ellipse Chapel
Wednesdays, 7am - 5pm
Come and go prayer time.
Feel free to come alone or with a prayer partner(s), for a few minutes,
or as long as you need.
IN OUR PRAYERS:
● Tim Caffarella
● Mark Mann: is making a good recovery, he and his family thank you for continued prayer
● Barbara Nelson
FIND MORE INFORMATION ABOUT SDFC ….. sdfcnaz.com
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Our mailing address is:
First Church of the Nazarene in Point Loma
3901 Lomaland Drive
San Diego, California 92106, United States
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