PazNaz Update from The First Church of the Nazarene of Pasadena, California, United States:for Tuesday, November 22, 2016

PazNaz Update from The First Church of the Nazarene of Pasadena, California, United States:for Tuesday, November 22, 2016
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Sunday's Sermon, November 20, 2016

Pastor Tara Beth Leach

1 Thessalonians 5:12-281 Thessalonians 5:12 We ask you, brothers, to respect those who are working hard among you, those who are guiding you in the Lord and confronting you in order to help you change. 13 Treat them with the highest regard and love because of the work they are doing. Live at peace among yourselves; 14 but we urge you, brothers, to confront those who are lazy, your aim being to help them change, to encourage the timid, to assist the weak, and to be patient with everyone.

15 See that no one repays evil for evil; on the contrary, always try to do good to each other, indeed, to everyone.

16 Always be joyful. 17 Pray regularly. 18 In everything give thanks, for this is what God wants from you who are united with the Messiah Yeshua.

19 Don’t quench the Spirit, 20 don’t despise inspired messages. 21 But do test everything — hold onto what is good, 22 but keep away from every form of evil.

23 May the God of shalom make you completely holy — may your entire spirit, soul and body be kept blameless for the coming of our Lord Yeshua the Messiah. 24 The one calling you is faithful, and he will do it.

25 Brothers, keep praying for us.

26 Greet all the brothers with a holy kiss.

27 I charge you in the Lord to have this letter read to all the brothers.

28 The grace of our Lord Yeshua the Messiah be with you.

Thanksgiving Offering

On November 27, PazNaz will be receiving the annual Thanksgiving Offering with the goal of raising $40,000 for world missions. Your gift will extend God’s mission of love, salvation, and transformation around the world.
Memorial Service for
Norma Bollacker
Saturday, November 26

You are invited to attend the memorial service for Pastor Julie Keith's mother, Norma Bollacker, on Saturday, November 26, at 2:00 pm. This gathering will be held at Immanuel Baptist Church, 28355 Baseline St, Highland, CA 92346 in Chapel - Building A. Please keep her family in your prayers during this difficult time.

Ladies Night Out
Tickets On Sale Now

Women’s Ministries’ largest fundraiser is back December 1 & 2 from 7:00-8:30 pm in Gilmore Hall. Tickets for Ladies Night Out: A Rustic Christmas are $20 and are available on Sunday on the patio. Enjoy dinner, entertainment, and participate in fabulous opportunity drawings. For more information, contact Megan Marsh at 626.351.2429.
Handmade Holiday: A Christmas BoutiqueStart your holiday shopping early by visiting the Handmade Holiday Boutique on Thursday, December 1, and Friday, December 2, from 4:00-10:00 pm in the gym. Enjoy vendors of handmade crafts, festive foods, and holiday gifts. Women’s Ministries will also be selling gift cards – great for stocking stuffers!
Contact Megan Marsh

Christmas of Compassion
Christmas for the Community Toy Drive

From November 27-December 18, PazNaz is facilitating a toy drive for girls and boys ages 2-12. Large donation boxes can be found in the foyer of the Sanctuary. Each unwrapped toy donation will be a blessing to the children of PazNaz's community partners.
Barefoot SundayOn Sunday, December 11, accept the invitation to step out of your shoes and into the hearts and lives of those in need. Bring or wear a pair of new or gently used shoes to donate and plan to go home barefoot. Shoes will be distributed to the attendees of Church in the Park and the families of Helping Hands.
For information about these events and other ways to give back this holiday season, contact Pastor Joe Halbert at 626.351.2421.
Contact Joe Halbert
Pasadena PrimeTime
Handel’s Messiah at Point Loma Nazarene University

This event on Sunday, December 4, is hosted by Pasadena PrimeTime and is open to all ages. The cost is $40. The group will have an opportunity to tour PLNU and then enjoy a fantastic performance of Handel’s Messiah. Lunch is included, but dinner is on your own. This trip is limited to the first 45 people. The bus will leave PazNaz at 9:00 am and return by 9:30 pm. Sign up at HeBrews on Sundays, or contact Sylva Hekimina at 626.351.2426.
Christmas Is...If you are age 55 or better, join Pasadena PrimeTime on Sunday, December 18, at 2:00 pm as they attend the annual magical holiday choral concert from the Citrus Music Department, Christmas Is.... The cost is $30 per person. You can sign up at HeBrews on Sundays or contact Sylva Hekimian at 626.351.2426.
Contact Sylva Hekimian
Children's Living Nativity
Sign up by Wednesday, December 7

If your child is interested in participating in the Children’s Living Nativity as part of the Christmas Eve service at 6:00 pm, you can sign up today through Wednesday, December 7. Costuming will take place on Sunday, December 11, after the 10:30 am service. You can sign up in the Early Childhood and Children’s Departments on either Sundays or Wednesdays, or call the church office during the week. This is a highlight of the Christmas Eve service. Don’t miss out!

A Christmas Carol ... Revisited
Coming to PazNaz & Valley Center

Don’t miss this special presentation from PazNaz’s Worship & Celebration Arts of A Christmas Carol … Revisited. The curtain goes up in the PazNaz Sanctuary on Friday, December 9, at 7:00 pm; Saturday, December 10, at 3:00 pm; and Sunday, December 11, at 6:00 pm. The presentation will take place at Valley Center on Saturday, December 17, at 7:00 pm. This is a free event. No tickets are required, but donations are welcome.
Cookie Donations Needed

Worship & Celebration Arts is requesting cookie donations for the receptions following the performances of A Christmas Carol…Revisited on December 9, 10, 11, and 17. Cookies can be homemade or store bought and should be dropped off in the kitchen or church office in disposable containers labeled “WCA” from December 4-11, or brought to Valley Center prior to the performance at 6:30 pm.
For more information about the performances or cookie donations, contact Candace Nicholson at 626.351.2433. 

Contact Candace Nicholson

Coffee Talk with a Pastor
Sunday, December 11 | 9:30 am

Are you new to PazNaz and want to find out more about this church community? Are you looking to connect and become involved in the life at PazNaz? You are invited to meet with one of the pastoral staff on the second Sunday of the month and have your questions answered in a small intimate setting. The next meeting is Sunday, December 11, at 9:30 am in the Bride’s Room, Lee Chapel Foyer. For more information, contact Pastor Julie Keith at 626.351.2485.
Contact Julie Keith
Student Ministries
Christmas Party | Wednesday, December 14

Calling all middle and high school students! On Wednesday, December 14, you are invited to come eat snacks, play games, and celebrate Christmas together from 6:30-8:00 pm in Meguiar Youth Center. For more information, contact Pastor Mackenzie Smith at 626.351.2441.
Contact Mackenzie Smith
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 TimesSundays
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 PazNaz
Phone: 626.351.9631
Email: info@paznaz.org
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