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NCN Global News Summary Volume 1010 March 05, 2010
Nazarenes respond after devastating earthquake strikes Chile
A deadly earthquake struck the South American country of Chile early Saturday, February 27. At last report, the Church of the Nazarene had 62 churches in Chile, 57 of which had been officially organized. There are over 2,200 church members in this country. (Slideshow) read more

2009 General Secretary/GMC Operations Officer report
Highlights of the 2009 General Secretary/GMC Operations Officer report, presented to the General Board during its 87th Session, February 19-22, 2010, including the Church of the Nazarene statistics report. read more

2009 Global Mission report
Highlights of the 2009 Global Mission report, presented to the General Board during its 87th Session, February 19-22, 2010, including stories from each region. read more

Cuban Church shows growth and generosity
The visit of General Superintendent J. K. Warrick to Cuba was characterized by celebration and praise to God for what Nazarenes there are doing to make Christlike disciples in the nations. read more

Miracle at Beulah
"It was a typical Sunday morning filled with the anticipation of a baptismal service. The praise team was singing 'It Was All Because Of God's Amazing Grace,' and one could sense a fresh wind blowing over Beulah Church of the Nazarene." (Slideshow) read more


Additional NCNNews.com Stories This Week

Regional News

Caribbean
Nazarenes providing a safe place for kids in Haiti
Walk down the streets of Port-au-Prince, and you'll see survivors who carry physical scars from Haiti's deadly January 12 earthquake. read more


Video: "The Ground Shook - Our Faith is Not Shaken"
The earthquake in Haiti gave many people every reason to lose hope. But while lives have been forever changed, hope and faith in God remain. The following account of the Haiti earthquake by Marc Jean Louimette is featured on a new video in association with NazarenesHelpHaiti.com. read more


Nazarenes in the News: Haiti Edition
Nazarenes in the News-Haiti Edition is a compilation of online news articles featuring Nazarene churches or church members helping Haiti. In the news this week: New video interview with Walliere Pierre to accompany WordAction Sunday School lesson on Haiti; Nazarene church uses 5K run to raise nearly $14,000 for Haiti relief. read more


Eurasia
North East India District rebuilds fire-ravaged center
A crowd gathered in the darkening streets of a town in Manipur, cheering the procession of believers carrying torches that illuminated the twilight. (Slideshow) read more


Church reorganizes for ministry in Bulgaria
The Sofia Church of the Nazarene, founded in 1995, recently reorganized its leadership and worship service. read more


USA/Canada
Nazarenes in the News
Nazarenes in the News is a compilation of online news articles featuring Nazarene churches or church members. In the news this week: New classrooms for a Belize Nazarene school; Paris church celebrates 25 years in style; Missouri church is bringing Jesus' love to El Salvador; SNU band director uses music to teach life. read more


Moving Ministers: February 2010
Compiled by the General Secretary's Office, Moving Ministers is a monthly listing of Nazarene ministers in new assignments on the USA/Canada Region. read more


Global Ministry Center News

In Memoriam: 03.05.2010
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 March 1-5, 2010. read more


CLT course to focus on teenagers
In partnership with Nazarene Youth International, there will be a free, instructor-led, educational course offered by Continuing Lay Training for the duration of April 19, 2010, through May 21, 2010. The course will be led by Gary Sivewright and the medium for interaction will be an on-line discussion forum as well as a weekly conference call. The course will cover key issues teenagers are dealing with and how to respond to those issues as parents and ministry workers. read more


2009 Nazarene Financial Services report
Highlights of the 2009 Nazarene Financial Services report, presented to the General Board during its 87th Session, February 19-22, 2010. read more


2009 Church of the Nazarene Foundation report
Highlights of the 2009 Church of the Nazarene Foundation report, presented to the General Board during its 87th Session, February 19-22, 2010. read more


2009 General Editor's report
Highlights of the 2009 General Editor's report, presented to the General Board during its 87th Session, February 19-22, 2010. read more


2009 International Board of Education report
Highlights of the 2009 International Board of Education report, presented to the General Board during its 87th Session, February 19-22, 2010. read more


2009 Nazarene Missions International report
Highlights of the 2009 Nazarene Missions International report, presented to the General Board during its 87th Session, February 19-22, 2010. read more


2009 Nazarene Publishing House report
Highlights of the 2009 Nazarene Publishing House report, presented to the General Board during its 87th Session, February 19-22, 2010. read more


2009 Nazarene Youth International report
Highlights of the 2009 Nazarene Youth International report, presented to the General Board during its 87th Session, February 19-22, 2010. read more


2009 Sunday School and Discipleship Ministries International report
Highlights of the 2009 Sunday School and Discipleship Ministries International report, presented to the General Board during its 87th Session, February 19-22, 2010. read more


NCN Sports

PLNU announces changes to athletics program
Softball facility challenges and Title IX concerns have forced Point Loma Nazarene University to eliminate four of its current athletic teams. read more


NCN Sports Week
A recap of Nazarene colleges and universities competing in NCAA and NAIA athletics during the 2009 fall and winter seasons. Latest basketball scores, records, and ratings included. Spring sports are now underway for most schools. read more



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