NCN Global News Summary	Volume 0820	May 16, 2008
Massive earthquake shakes China More than 22,000 people have died in a massive earthquake that rocked southwestern China on May 12. NCM will take action through their partner relationships as they seek the generous support of local congregations around the world. read more Deadly storms kill 22 across U.S. Midwest, Southeast On Saturday, May 10, a deadly tornado—at times, a mile wide—blew winds estimated up to 175 miles per hour, tracking a total of 63 miles from Oklahoma to Southwest Missouri, according to the National Weather Service. Twenty-two people were killed. read more Let your voice be heard: General Assembly participation survey The countdown has begun! The 27th General Assembly and Conventions are just a year away. Our church leadership has outlined a series of ambitious goals for the upcoming event scheduled to be held in Orlando, Florida, June 24 – July 3, 2009. The event will be educational, inspirational, and uplifting. Moreover, General Assembly is an ideal opportunity for families to unite and share in their faith. It’s also a chance for attendees to learn more about their extended church family, meet fellow members from around the nation and the world, and participate in local mission projects. Because of this, one of our top priorities is to increase participation. read more Keith Wright appointed interim D.S. of Oregon-Pacific Former Kansas City D.S. Keith M. Wright was recently appointed interim district superintendent of the Oregon-Pacific District. read more In Memoriam: 5.16.2008 The following is a weekly listing of Nazarene ministers and leaders who have recently passed away. Notices were received from May 12-16, 2008. read more Additional NCNNews.com Stories This Week Global News Trinidad and Tobago District baptizes 30 Trinidad and Tobago District Superintendent Victor George cast a vision of 1,000 new Nazarenes on the Trinidad and Tobago District by the end of 2008. In fulfillment of this vision, 30 people were baptized at the district’s recent Holiness Convention 2008. (Slideshow) read more USA/Canada News Gospel legend Dottie Rambo killed in accident Gospel singer and songwriter Joyce “Dottie” Rambo died early Sunday morning, May 11, when the tour bus she was traveling in ran off the road and hit an embankment. read more Prime Time Ministries Board of Directors gathers in Kansas City On April 30, Prime Time Ministries Board of Directors met in Kansas City at Nazarene Headquarters to discuss, plan, and strategize. read more Headquarters Headlines Beacon Hill Press author a finalist for 2008 Word Guild Canadian Christian Writing Award (NPH) Beacon Hill Press author Rosemary Flaaten is a finalist for the prestigious 2008 Word Guild Canadian Christian Writing Awards, with her book A Woman and Her Relationships: Transforming the Way We Connect. read more Collegiate News MVNU’s Sivewright announces resignation as V.P., chaplain Since 1991, Gary Sivewright has faithfully served as Mount Vernon Nazarene University’s vice president for Campus Ministries and chaplain. After 17 years, he announced his resignation in March. His last official act will be speaking to 2008 graduates at Baccalaureate on Friday, May 16. read more MVNU seeking assistant director of Information Technology Services/Technical Response Center manager The Finance and Administrative Services division of Mount Vernon Nazarene University is seeking to hire a qualified candidate to fill the role of assistant director of Information Technology Services/Technical Response Center manager. read more NCN Sports Three Nazarene schools begin play at NAIA softball championships Three Nazarene collegiate softball teams – No.2-ranked Point Loma, No.5 Trevecca, and No.10 Olivet – will begin their quest for a title today, May 16, at the NAIA Softball National Championships in Decatur, Alabama. read more MVNU's Parsons given Ike Pearson Award as Outstanding NAIA Sports Information Director The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics is proud to announce that Mount Vernon Nazarene University Sports Information Director Dave Parsons is the recipient of the 2008 Clarence "Ike" Pearson Award. read more SNU students place in national horse show Three Southern Nazarene University students from the school's Equine Competition Team competed at the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA) in Burbank, California May 8-11. read more NCN Sports Week: May 9-15 A weekly recap of Nazarene colleges and universities competing in NCAA and NAIA athletics. read more For a full text edition of this week's Global News Summary, click here: Printable Global News Summary (PDF) For daily updates of Nazarene news, see ncnnews.com throughout the week. Be sure to click on "Forward to a Friend" below to share any stories appearing in this week's NCN News.
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