Chambo states vision, direction for Africa in inaugural address
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Filimao Chambo was officially installed as the new regional director for Africa on September 18 at the Good News Convention Centre in Johannesburg, South Africa. In his inaugural address, Chambo spoke of his personal history ("I was born by God's miracle"), gave his vision and direction for the region, and affirmed the region's mission. read more
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KNU's 55th anniversary celebration
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A special worship celebration honoring the 55th anniversary of Korea Nazarene University was held on Tuesday, September 15, at KNU's Faith Hall. (Slideshow) read more
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Asia-Pacific Region proceeds with plans to mobilize more teachers for Asia
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A small, but strategic group of participants attended a consultation in a city in Asia September 11-13 as part of the developing Vision 2020 program. read more
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Kansas City District to host Holiness Summit
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College Church of the Nazarene in Olathe, Kansas, will be hosting a Holiness Summit. The event will take place over multiple days, October 4-6. read more
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In Memoriam: 9.25.2009
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The following is a weekly listing of Nazarene ministers and leaders who have recently gone home to be with the Lord. Notices were received from September 21-25, 2009. read more
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Additional NCNNews.com Stories This Week
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Global News
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NYI news from the Caribbean Region
The Caribbean Nazarene Youth International regional office has released several recent stories on youth ministry happenings across the region. read more
Global praise reports and prayer requests
This week's praise reports and prayer requests from Nazarene Missions International, Jesus Film Harvest Partners, and others. read more
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USA/Canada News
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Nazarenes in the News
Nazarenes in the News is a compilation of news articles primarily featuring USA/Canada Region churches or church members. In the news this week: A retired New Brunswick minister is still going strong at 93, a young Massachusetts Christian rap group to release their second CD and hopes to join a mission trip to Cape Verde, PLNU chili cheese fries, MVNU Sonfest draws 5,000, an MNU pioneer retires after 40 years, and church anniversaries in the Bahamas and Washington. read more
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Global Ministry Center News
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CLT releases sixth Lay Ministry Study course
Continuing Lay Training has released its sixth Lay Ministry Study course, John Wesley's Theology. read more
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Collegiate News
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Olivet sets enrollment, ACT records for freshman class
After 10 days of classes, Olivet Nazarene University announced a record-breaking enrollment of 4,682 students. Included in that figure was a record-breaking 778 first-time freshmen. The Class of 2013 also set another record as 10 percent of first-time freshmen scored 30 or above on the ACT, scores only three percent of students achieve nationally. read more
Enrollment positive at Northwest Nazarene University
Northwest Nazarene University is pleased to report that fall enrollment nearly matches 2008's record-setting numbers. read more
Nampa's University District receives some "TLC" from NNU
Nampa's University District received some "TLC" from dozens of Northwest Nazarene University students the first weekend they came to campus. The students, who are involved in campus government, spent time planting trees, doing yard work, painting, and helping the city of Nampa go "green" by changing the downtown Christmas bulbs to LED lights. read more
MNU's SCIM announces fall 2009 ministry resource intensive training with Renovaré
The Sullivan Center for Innovative Ministry at MidAmerica Nazarene University will present a ministry resource intensive (training) from Renovaré, on Thursday, November 5, 2009, from 8 A.M. to 5:30 P.M., at College Church of the Nazarene in Olathe, Kansas. read more
Trevecca's Center for Worship Arts launched with special event
Trevecca Nazarene University's new Center for Worship Arts was launched this fall with a special event, held Thursday, September 17. read more
SNU's Southern Light goes online
Southern Nazarene University's alumni publication, Southern Light, recently made the shift from print to online availability. Southern Light Online is used as a means to communicate and connect with alumni and friends of the university. read more
SNU Zig Ziglar Center for Ethical Leadership hosts State Legislative Leaders Foundation Leadership Summit
The Zig Ziglar Center for Ethical Leadership at Southern Nazarene University hosts and provides leadership summits for educational and professional development. read more
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NCN Sports
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NCN Sports Week
A recap of Nazarene colleges and universities competing in NCAA and NAIA athletics during the 2009 fall season. read more
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