Prayer, preparation under way for global WEF PLUS offering
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When the impossible takes place, we know it is the Holy Spirit — not human beings — at work. (Video) read more
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Asia-Pacific Regional Advisory Council meets in Singapore
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On October 8-9 members of the Asia-Pacific Regional Advisory Council met in Singapore to discuss ministry strategy on the Asia-Pacific Region. (Slideshow) read more
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Extension education in Zimbabwe leads growing church
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Extension education is doing an excellent job to prepare pastors in Zimbabwe, reports Africa Regional Director Filimao Chambo. read more
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Olivet to host service of "celebration and thanksgiving" for Centennial Chapel
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Olivet Nazarene University will hold a dedication service for their new Betty and Kenneth Hawkins Centennial Chapel on Friday, October 29. read more
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Nazarenes in the News
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Nazarenes in the News is a compilation of online news articles featuring Nazarene churches or church members. In the news this week: Investigators probe California church fire ... Southwest Florida church housing free medical clinic ... Young Florida Nazarenes sell cloth birds to raise money for Zambia water projects ... Illinois church closes its doors after 105 years ... Eastern Oklahoma church turns 100; original bell still ringing ... MNU secretary presented with Pay it Forward Award ... Michigan church play on choices, consequences offers alternative to haunted attractions ... Ohio teens reach out to 'bless' Illinois church. read more
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Additional NCNNews.com Stories This Week
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Regional News |
Africa
"Kinderfees" children's festival held in Rustenburg, South Africa
The Agapé Church of the Nazarene in Rustenburg, South Africa, recently held their 13th annual Kinderfees (Children's Festival). According to Kinderfees Coordinator Elmarie de Beer, "This year was not different from previous years: God was on the move!" read more
Eurasia
12 countries represented among NTC-Manchester graduates
Nazarene Theological College in Manchester, England, held their Graduation ceremonies October 16, awarding degrees to students from 12 different countries. (Slideshow) read more
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Global Ministry Center News |
In Memoriam: 10.22.2010
Notices were received October 18-22. read more
Youth Ministry Academy update
During the month of October, Youth Ministry Academy is looking at the importance of the Bible in youth ministry and how youth workers can help students apply its teachings to their lives. 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 NCN News. read more
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Collegiate News |
Ambrose ministry degrees approved for Nazarene ordination
In September 2010, the Canadian Regional Course of Study Advisory Committee unanimously approved the Bachelor of Theology and Bachelor of Ministry degrees at Ambrose University College. On October 7, the International Course of Study Advisory Committee validated these degrees by a unanimous vote. This endorsement means the Ambrose Bachelor of Theology and Bachelor of Ministry degrees (Church Ministry and Youth Ministry tracks) now fulfill the educational requirements for ordination in the Church of the Nazarene. read more
Olivet awards Shellenberger with Lifetime Achievement Leadership Award
Susie Shellenberger has received the 10th Lifetime Achievement Leadership Award from The Reed Institute for the Advanced Study of Leadership at Olivet Nazarene University. read more
NNU Serve Day cleans up Nampa
Nampa, Idaho, home of Northwest Nazarene University, received some "TLC" from over 150 NNU students October 16. Thirty groups, comprised of students, faculty and staff, worked in the University District and beyond to demonstrate their care for the local community. read more
SNU professor to join Christian Scholars Group
Marty Alan Michelson, Ph.D., in his 13th year in the School of Theology and Ministry at Southern Nazarene University, has been invited to join the Christian Scholars Group on Jewish-Christian Relations. read more
Trevecca hosts first Fall Celebration and Trevecca Showcase
On Friday, October 15, Trevecca Nazarene University began a new tradition for senior adults with its first Fall Celebration and Trevecca Showcase. read more
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NCN Sports |
PLNU's Strimple claims two ITA championships; will play at Flushing-Meadows
Point Loma Nazarene University senior tennis player Kristin Strimple was undefeated in singles play at the USTA/ITA Small College National Championships, winning the NAIA national title and then the ITA "Super Bowl" bracket championship. read more
NCN Sports Week
A recap of Nazarene colleges and universities competing in NCAA and NAIA athletics during the 2010 fall season. read more
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