Early pioneer in Black Ministries passes
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During Clarence H. Bowman's storied life of ministry, he was known to many as a teacher, pastor, church planter, mentor, and bridge builder. Bowman, 91, passed away December 1 in Bloomington, Illinois. read more
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European Nazarene College plans to discontinue residential programs at its Switzerland campus
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European Nazarene College plans to discontinue residential programs at its main campus in Switzerland. The change will allow the college to strengthen and grow educational programming at its various learning centers. read more
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Slight increase in full-time enrollment at USA/Canada Nazarene schools
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The primary responsibility of Nazarene colleges and universities is to shape leaders who serve Christ and His Kingdom from rich biblical, theological, and philosophical foundations. read more
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Raising AIDS awareness
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Each year individuals and organizations throughout the world commemorate World AIDS Day, joining efforts to raise awareness about the growing AIDS pandemic. read more
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Faith, generosity contagious as WEF PLUS giving continues
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As Nazarenes around the world join together for 2010 WEF Plus offering, stories of generosity continue to pour into the denomination's Global Ministry Center. Reports this week come from Tennessee, Indiana, and Ohio. read more
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Additional NCNNews.com Stories This Week
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Regional News |
Africa
ANU vice chancellor addresses role of religion in shaping public policy
Rodney Reed's academic study of religion and its role in shaping public policy warranted him an invitation to the 3rd Annual Pan-Africa Ethics Conference in Nairobi, Kenya. read more
Asia-Pacific
Korea Nazarene University dedicates new building in honor of founders
Korea Nazarene University named its new international hall in honor of General Superintendent Emeritus Don and Adeline Owens. read more
Asia-Pacific Nazarene Theological Seminary conducts children's ministry seminar
More than 800 children attended rallies during the Creative, Hands-on Children's Ministry Workshop at Asia-Pacific Nazarene Theological Seminary in greater Manila, Philippines. read more
Eurasia
Ministry finds sweet success through coffee shop
A new Nazarene coffee shop ministry will open in Krakow, Poland, in time for Christmas. The shop, Sweet Surrender, is the third location for the ministry that aims to foster relationships in the community through sharing the gospel. read more
USA/Canada
Pennsylvania pastor dies at age 58
Paul Willette aspired in life to grow God's kingdom. read more
Moving Ministers: November 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
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: Mission trip exposes tragedy ... Texas couple helps in Haiti ... North Carolina after-school tutoring program offers more than just help with homework ... Arkansas Nazarene starts "God's Garden" ... Church helps Maine woman get new four-legged helper ... GMC employees help 50 families. read more
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Global Ministry Center News |
In Memoriam: December 3, 2010
Notices were received Nov. 22 - Dec. 3. 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
GMC Flags of the Nations: Ecuador
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: Ecuador, South America Region. read more
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Collegiate News |
Trevecca sells radio stations
Trevecca Nazarene University is in the process of selling its radio stations, WNAZ (an FM station), WENO (an AM station), and WNRZ (a transmitter of WNAZ). read more
Alum accepts church relations role at MNU
MidAmerica Nazarene University named Kevin G. Borger of Hutchinson, Kansas, as assistant to the president for Church Relations, effective November 1. read more
NNU honors alumnus with education award
Northwest Nazarene University honored alumna Sandy Rumpel with its 2010 L.E. Wesche Outstanding Educator of the Year award. read more
Point Loma seeks provost and chief academic officer
Point Loma Nazarene University is seeking candidates for the position of provost and chief academic officer, who will be responsible to the president for all undergraduate and graduate academic operations related to curriculum, instructional programs, educational policy, academic planning, and academic resources. read more
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NCN Sports |
No shortage of storylines as Pioneers advance to semifinals
The fourth ranked MidAmerica Nazarene University football team will face the NAIA's top team and a familiar face on the sidelines when they battle Sioux Falls in the semifinals. read more
Crimson Storm seek membership in NCAA
Southern Nazarene University will apply for membership in the National Collegiate Athletic Association, Division II, after 40 years in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics. read more
NCN Sports Week
A recap of Nazarene colleges and universities competing in NCAA and NAIA athletics during the 2010 fall and winter seasons. read more
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