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Thoughts From
Pastor Wes:
On Monday Sarah and I went to a Kenny Rogers concert. In the 1980's,whatever station I turned on there would be a Kenny Rogers song sooner or later. Songs like "Lucille", "The Gambler", "Ruby, Don't take Your Love...." were big hits at that time. But on Monday, the most ardent applause was for the Christmas carols. Kenny even gave some good advice: He said that our society was losing "Merry Christmas" to more generic greetings like "Happy Holidays" and that we should speak up and say "Merry Christmas." But the high point for me was when he said that the birth of Jesus, the Son of God, was "the greatest story ever told." Amen to that! It is good to know that we can go to a "secular" concert at New Jersey State Theater and the Gospel is even present there. Praise God that we have evidence of God coming into this world everywhere we look. The Bible tells us "For since the creation of the world God's invisible qualities-- his eternal power and divine nature-- have been clearly seen, being understood from what has been made, so that men are without excuse." (Romans 1:20) Rejoice in the all the evidence of God around you today! God Bless YOU today! --Pastor Wes |
This Week
Sunday
Morning Worship 10:45am MERRY CHRISTMAS!
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Christmas Greetings from Pastor Wes and Sarah:
 It is a great honor and privilege as Pastor and wife to wish you and your loved ones a wonderful and blessed Christmas! As the angels told the shepherds, this is "good news of great joy for all the people"! Because Jesus Christ came into the world, we can always have hope, joy and peace. May it be so for you! |
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Christmas Sunday at First Nazarene:
This Sunday, Christmas Day, plan on bringing the whole family to a beautiful Worship Service of carols and praise. The Worship Service will begin at 10:45 in the Main Sanctuary. The most accessible parking will be at the front door of the Church. Please note that there will not be Sunday School. However we will have a special Christmas Offering to support the ministry of the Church of the Nazarene around the world. Contribute as you are able! |
| Church Office Closed Next Week:
Between Christmas and New Year's, the church office will be closed so that the Pastors and Ming may spend time with family. Pastor Wes and Sarah will be with Sarah's mom in Watertown, NY. Pastor Matt will be with his family in NYC. And Ming will be on a much-deserved vacation with her family. If you have an emergency, please call Pastor Wes' cell at 609-226-9615.
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| Kids and Teens News
Happy Christmas to all! I pray that this season, you are being filled with the joy that our Saviour is coming!
This Wednesday (or today, since the newsletter goes out on Wednesdays), is our final Youth Group Meeting in 2011. We're meeting at 7p and we plan on having a great time!
On December 31, we are goin' bowling! We plan on closing out 2011 with a bowling outing and movie night! (Not done yet!)
There are a lot of exciting things happening with our Youth and Kids in 2012! VBS, Youth Worship Team, Summer Camp and much more! Keep your eyes peeled! We are so pumped for what God has in store for us this up coming year!
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Thank You, Thank you!
There is a great spirit of participation in this congregation and we are all blessed because of it! Thank you to Paul and all the Choir members who gave such a powerful presentation of the Gospel last Sunday! Thank you to Irene for her leadership on the fellowship time! Thank you to those who teach Sunday School and minister to our youth with love and compassion! Thank you to Doris, Sandi, Cheryl and Sarah who make the church facilities beautiful! Thank you to Kenny who has provided the tech equipment and expertise for improving our worshipping experience! Thank you to JoAnne, Ming and Pastor Matt who bless us with their musical talents! Thank you to Ken who made electrical changes so we could pass our annual fire inspection! Thank you to the Praise Team who blesses us with musical leadership each week! Thank you to Amy who organized the wonderful Christmas trips! Thank you to Ming who works diligently on so much! Thank you to to the whole congregation which has given sacrificially so that we could indeed "Eliminate the Debt" Thanks to all pray faithfully! Thank YOU!
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Church Membership Class Update: 
We had a good response to the recent Church Membership Class with a total of 7 candidates participating. At our Covenant Service on January 1, 2012, each person will have an opportunity to express their will for membership in the coming year. On Sunday, January 22nd, we will be receiving new members into membership. If you have further interest or questions, don't hesitate to contact Pastor Wes at RWTink@aol.com. God is building His Church!
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Upcoming Events
Sunday, December 25, Christmas Service at 10:40
Saturday, December 31: New Year's Eve Youth Activity, 8:00-12:00 pm
Sunday, January 1: New Year's, Covenant Sunday and Church Dinner;
Sunday, January 15: Reception for Roger and Yvonne;
Sunday, January 22: Induction of New Church Members;
Saturday, January 28, Ladies' Tea at Leonardos II Restaurant, Route 1
Sunday, January 29, Church Annual Meeting as part of Morning Worship Service;
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Final Good News!
"For unto us a child is born,unto us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Of the increase of his government and peace there will be no end." --Isaiah 9:6
God Bless You this Day!
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Contact Info
Church Office (609)737-3184
Mrs. Ming Lai
firstnazpennsec@aol.com
Pastor R. Wesley Tink Mobile: (609)226-9615 RWTink@aol.com Pastor Matthew Brown Mobile: (917)226-7621 matthew.a.brown615@gmail.com |
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