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NCN Global News SummaryVolume 0941October 16, 2009
Landslide claims Nazarene lives in the Philippines
Tragedy struck the Nazarene family when 16 individuals from the Pico Church of the Nazarene were killed by a horrific landslide in the northern portion of the Philippines. read more

Single global mission structure implemented at GMC
The concept of a single global mission structure for the purpose of addressing the single mission of the Church of the Nazarene has been achieved. read more

BGS anticipates generous Thanksgiving Offering
The following letter was sent by Chair of the Board of General Superintendents Jesse C. Middendorf on October 8 to all district superintendents, pastors and Nazarene Missions International presidents on the USA/Canada Region concerning the 2009 Thanksgiving Offering. read more

Gunman hides in California church containing 35 children
According to San Diego 6 News, a gunman ran into the San Diego Mission Valley Church of the Nazarene Thursday afternoon, October 15, where approximately 35 children and a few adults were meeting. read more

In Memoriam: 10.16.2009
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 October 12 - 16, 2009. read more


Additional NCNNews.com Stories This Week

Global News

Bible Quiz training takes place throughout Asia-Pacific Region
Dan Reinhart, Nazarene Youth International Global Bible Quizzing trainer, recently traveled to South Korea and the Philippines in order to present Bible Quizzing to the Asia-Pacific Region as an effective discipleship tool. (Slideshow) read more


Kudjip Nazarene Hospital: A place of healing
The Highlands of Papua New Guinea may seem to be a remote, forgotten place to many people. But to God, it's a place He loves to visit frequently with His healing presence. Every day miraculous healings of body, mind, and spirit are taking place at Kudjip Nazarene Hospital through the prayerful care of loving doctors and nurses. read more


JESUS: The film is just the beginning
Throughout India and South Asia, more than 120 teams are sharing the story of Jesus Christ through film. Here's what's new, in their own words. read more


USA/Canada News

Church of the Nazarene Foundation presents gift to Nazarene secular campus ministry
The Church of the Nazarene Foundation presented the deed to a large historic home to a local ministry at the University of Oklahoma on Saturday, October 10. read more


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: PLNU economist named NABE president; Flint (Michigan) church strives to "be the church"; New Zealand church will travel to Samoa for disaster relief; Church in Walla Walla (Washington) celebrates 100 years; Auburn (New York) church "labors for their neighbors." read more


Global Ministry Center News

GMC Flags of the Nations: Guam
Each week, the Church of the Nazarene's Global Ministry Center proudly flies a flag of one of the many nations in which the denomination is present in ministry. This week's flag: Guam, Asia-Pacific Region. Click "read more" for information on the church in Guam, as well as previous flags flown at the GMC. read more


What's New in the Nazarene MediaLibrary: October 2009
In its effort to serve the Church of the Nazarene, the Nazarene MediaLibrary continues to add complimentary online resources. Two Top-10 features were recently added to the homepage. read more


GNP signs contract with print-on-demand company
Global Nazarene Publications Director David Hayse announced the conclusion of contract talks with On Demand Books for rights to sell non-English books on the company's "Espresso Book Machines." read more


Global praise reports and prayer requests
This week's praise reports and prayer requests from Nazarene Missions International and JESUS Film Harvest Partners. read more


Collegiate News

NNU seeks vice president for Academic Affairs
Northwest Nazarene University announces its search for a vice president for Academic Affairs led by President David Alexander. read more


NNU offers online Master of Science in Nursing
Northwest Nazarene University's Academic Dean and Vice President for Academic Affairs Samuel Dunn is pleased to announce the offering of an online articulated Master of Science in Nursing. read more


PLNU reports strong undergraduate enrollment and growth in graduate programs
Point Loma Nazarene University is pleased to report the university met its enrollment goals for fall 2009 with an undergraduate enrollment of 2,387. read more


PLNU professor's new book earns positive reviews
Point Loma Nazarene University Professor of Journalism Dean Nelson explores how individuals are surrounded by sacred moments in his new book, God Hides in Plain Sight: How to See the Sacred in a Chaotic Worldread more


SNU enrollment numbers released for fall 2009
Southern Nazarene University is pleased to announce updated enrollment figures for the fall 2009 semester. President Loren Gresham highlighted the encouraging statistics during an all-campus meeting of faculty and staff a few days ago. read more


Record enrollment, new programs, and fall conferences at Trevecca
Final enrollment numbers at Trevecca Nazarene University indicate a record enrollment of 2,476. The overall enrollment increase was 4.7 percent. read more


NCN Sports

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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