Annual Report of the Board of General Superintendents
Overland Park, Kansas
On Sunday evening, Gustavo A. Crocker delivered the annual Board of General Superintendents' Report during the 92nd Session of the General Board in Overland Park, Kansas.
Crocker's report, titled "Celebrating God's Grace—Anticipating God's Renewal," was enthusiastically received by the members of the General Board, officers, Global Ministry Center directors and staff, regional directors, Nazarene Publishing House leaders, and guests.
To view a transcript of the report, download the PDF file by clicking here.
On Sunday evening, Gustavo A. Crocker delivered the annual Board of General Superintendents' Report during the 92nd Session of the General Board in Overland Park, Kansas.
Crocker's report, titled "Celebrating God's Grace—Anticipating God's Renewal," was enthusiastically received by the members of the General Board, officers, Global Ministry Center directors and staff, regional directors, Nazarene Publishing House leaders, and guests.
To view a transcript of the report, download the PDF file by clicking here.
http://nazarene.org/sites/default/files/docs/bgs/2015BGSGeneralBoardReport.pdf
NPH Interim Board of Directors presents 'Situational Analysis Report' to 92nd General Board
NPH Interim Board of Directors presents 'Situational Analysis Report' to 92nd General Board
Overland Park, Kansas
The Interim Board of Directors of Nazarene Publishing House (NPH) released a 53-page report to the 92nd General Board detailing its independent findings of NPH after nearly five months in governance of the Church of the Nazarene's 102-year-old publishing enterprise.
The "Situational Analysis Report" report was presented in executive session to the 51 General Board members and the Board of General Superintendents, with invited members from Global Ministry Center on Saturday, 21 February 2015.
The report, in response to the 14 October 2014 action of the Board of General Superintendents, regarding the work of the Interim NPH Board of Directors is posted in English and accessible by clicking here. Translations in other languages will be available soon.
Bob Brower, NPH Board chair, presented the report on behalf of Monte Chitwood, vice-chair; Keith A. Pardue, secretary; and David W. Graves, BGS chair and general superintendent in jurisdiction of NPH. Dr. Graves serves on the NPH Board as a non-voting member.
"The purpose of the report was to present, through the best information available to us, a record of actions and conditions that led NPH to where it is today; to respond to questions and concerns fromthe general superintendents, General Board members, pastors, and laity of local Nazarene churches; and to provide a foundation for NPH's future," Chairman Brower said.
Dr. Graves, on behalf of the BGS, expressed appreciation for the commitment of time and energy from the Interim NPH Board. "Bob Brower, Monte Chitwood and Keith Pardue have proven themselves churchmen in every sense of that word," Dr. Graves noted.
The three interim governing board members were elected and installed in October 2014, filling three of the vacancies created when the previous NPH Board resigned. They were put in place to govern the business affairs and all required legal corporate obligations of the publishing house for the benefit of the Church of the Nazarene.
Charles A. Davis, Jr., president of the General Board, also expressed gratitude for the comprehensive reporting on NPH. "The facts are what everyone has been seeking and we are grateful for the thorough work of the Interim NPH Board," Davis added.
In his closing comments, Brower stated:
"So out of our chaos, crisis, and struggle, what is it that God wants to do in and through the church and NPH, for His honor and glory? We know it must be different than what it has been. The church is changing. NPH is changing. Now, what is it that we must do together as God’s people through the church and NPH?"
The "Situational Analysis Report" now goes to the General Board and BGS for further consideration of the findings and recommendations.--Board of Directors, Nazarene Publishing House
Lola Brickey elected global NMI director
The Interim Board of Directors of Nazarene Publishing House (NPH) released a 53-page report to the 92nd General Board detailing its independent findings of NPH after nearly five months in governance of the Church of the Nazarene's 102-year-old publishing enterprise.
The "Situational Analysis Report" report was presented in executive session to the 51 General Board members and the Board of General Superintendents, with invited members from Global Ministry Center on Saturday, 21 February 2015.
The report, in response to the 14 October 2014 action of the Board of General Superintendents, regarding the work of the Interim NPH Board of Directors is posted in English and accessible by clicking here. Translations in other languages will be available soon.
Bob Brower, NPH Board chair, presented the report on behalf of Monte Chitwood, vice-chair; Keith A. Pardue, secretary; and David W. Graves, BGS chair and general superintendent in jurisdiction of NPH. Dr. Graves serves on the NPH Board as a non-voting member.
"The purpose of the report was to present, through the best information available to us, a record of actions and conditions that led NPH to where it is today; to respond to questions and concerns fromthe general superintendents, General Board members, pastors, and laity of local Nazarene churches; and to provide a foundation for NPH's future," Chairman Brower said.
Dr. Graves, on behalf of the BGS, expressed appreciation for the commitment of time and energy from the Interim NPH Board. "Bob Brower, Monte Chitwood and Keith Pardue have proven themselves churchmen in every sense of that word," Dr. Graves noted.
The three interim governing board members were elected and installed in October 2014, filling three of the vacancies created when the previous NPH Board resigned. They were put in place to govern the business affairs and all required legal corporate obligations of the publishing house for the benefit of the Church of the Nazarene.
Charles A. Davis, Jr., president of the General Board, also expressed gratitude for the comprehensive reporting on NPH. "The facts are what everyone has been seeking and we are grateful for the thorough work of the Interim NPH Board," Davis added.
In his closing comments, Brower stated:
"So out of our chaos, crisis, and struggle, what is it that God wants to do in and through the church and NPH, for His honor and glory? We know it must be different than what it has been. The church is changing. NPH is changing. Now, what is it that we must do together as God’s people through the church and NPH?"
The "Situational Analysis Report" now goes to the General Board and BGS for further consideration of the findings and recommendations.--Board of Directors, Nazarene Publishing House
Lola Brickey elected global NMI director
Overland Park, Kansas
By Sarah Glass for NCN News
Lola Brickey, vice president for the Nazarene Missions International Global Council, was elected global NMI director Monday at the 92nd Session of the General Board.
She replaces Daniel Ketchum, who announced his resignation effective August 31, 2014, after nine years in the position.
Global Mission Director Verne Ward believes Brickey is a good fit for the position.
"Lola has the ability to lead NMI to be an effective resource for the local church in mobilizing people for mission," he said. "We want to help the local church by facilitating their vision and their passion for mission, both locally and globally. Lola understands our vast cultural and generational composition and will help us refocus on mobilizing a global church for a global mission."
Brickey became interested in missions during her formative years at her father's church.
"The church my father pastored for the first 13 years of my life in Springfield, Massachusetts, was the home church of Oscar and Marjorie Stockwell, missionaries to Mozambique," she said. "I was profoundly impacted by them and how our church prayed, loved, supported, and connected with them."
In 1985, Brickey was elected a local Nazarene World Mission Society (now NMI) president. In 2001, she was elected NMI president for the Eastern Kentucky District, a position she currently holds. Six years later she was elected to the Global NMI Council representing the East Central USA region and currently serves as vice president. Brickey is also the NMI representative to the General Board.
Having worked on all levels of NMI, she endeavors to guide mission leaders, helping them give structure to their passion in the current culture.
"The continuing challenge is how we integrate using 21st century tools, techniques, and methods without losing those who still prefer other methods," Brickey said.
In addition to her missions positions, Brickey has served as a systems engineer at Ashland Petroleum Company, as a college instructor at Ashland Community & Technical College, and in local volunteer positions.
Brickey received a Bachelor of Arts from Mount Vernon Nazarene University and a Master of Business Administration from Morehead State University. She and her husband, Frank, are the parents of two adult children.
Retiring missionaries recognized at 92nd General Board
By Sarah Glass for NCN News
Lola Brickey, vice president for the Nazarene Missions International Global Council, was elected global NMI director Monday at the 92nd Session of the General Board.
She replaces Daniel Ketchum, who announced his resignation effective August 31, 2014, after nine years in the position.
Global Mission Director Verne Ward believes Brickey is a good fit for the position.
"Lola has the ability to lead NMI to be an effective resource for the local church in mobilizing people for mission," he said. "We want to help the local church by facilitating their vision and their passion for mission, both locally and globally. Lola understands our vast cultural and generational composition and will help us refocus on mobilizing a global church for a global mission."
Brickey became interested in missions during her formative years at her father's church.
"The church my father pastored for the first 13 years of my life in Springfield, Massachusetts, was the home church of Oscar and Marjorie Stockwell, missionaries to Mozambique," she said. "I was profoundly impacted by them and how our church prayed, loved, supported, and connected with them."
In 1985, Brickey was elected a local Nazarene World Mission Society (now NMI) president. In 2001, she was elected NMI president for the Eastern Kentucky District, a position she currently holds. Six years later she was elected to the Global NMI Council representing the East Central USA region and currently serves as vice president. Brickey is also the NMI representative to the General Board.
Having worked on all levels of NMI, she endeavors to guide mission leaders, helping them give structure to their passion in the current culture.
"The continuing challenge is how we integrate using 21st century tools, techniques, and methods without losing those who still prefer other methods," Brickey said.
In addition to her missions positions, Brickey has served as a systems engineer at Ashland Petroleum Company, as a college instructor at Ashland Community & Technical College, and in local volunteer positions.
Brickey received a Bachelor of Arts from Mount Vernon Nazarene University and a Master of Business Administration from Morehead State University. She and her husband, Frank, are the parents of two adult children.
Retiring missionaries recognized at 92nd General Board
Overland Park, Kansas
The Church of the Nazarene's Global Mission department was pleased to announce the following retiring missionaries during the final meeting of the 92nd Session of the General Board on Monday in Overland Park, Kansas.
The missionaries were presented with a sculpture as a token of thanks. Global Mission, under the direction of Verne Ward, would like to express its deep love and appreciation to all 10 individuals for their many years of selfless dedication to God, the church, and all of those whose lives have been impacted by their ministry. Together, the 10 have given 273 faithful years of service to God through through the Church of the Nazarene.
Linda Braaten
Years of service: 17
South Africa (1998-2015)
To read her testimony, click here.
Carlos and Noemí Fernandez
Years of service: 20
Argentina (1995–2005)
Spain (2005–2007)
Argentina (2007–2015)
To view photos and read their testimony, click here.
Herman and Brigitte Gschwandtner
Years of service: 25
Switzerland (1990–2005)
Germany (2005–2015)
To view photos and read their testimony, click here.
Cheri Kommel
Years of service: 30
Swaziland (1986-2001)
Botswana (2001–2006)
South Africa (2006–2016)
To view photos and read her testimony, click here.
David and Marquita Mosher
Years of service: 32
Swaziland (1983–1994)
Mozambique (1994–2001)
Sao Tome and Principe (2001–2008)
Zambia (2008–2010)
Malawi (2010–2015)
To view photos and read their testimony, click here.
Michael and Julie Shalley
Years of service: 36
South Africa (1979–1984)
Namibia (1984–2015)
To read their testimony, click here.
2015 Global Missionary Candidates
The Church of the Nazarene's Global Mission department was pleased to announce the following retiring missionaries during the final meeting of the 92nd Session of the General Board on Monday in Overland Park, Kansas.
The missionaries were presented with a sculpture as a token of thanks. Global Mission, under the direction of Verne Ward, would like to express its deep love and appreciation to all 10 individuals for their many years of selfless dedication to God, the church, and all of those whose lives have been impacted by their ministry. Together, the 10 have given 273 faithful years of service to God through through the Church of the Nazarene.
Linda Braaten
Years of service: 17
South Africa (1998-2015)
To read her testimony, click here.
Carlos and Noemí Fernandez
Years of service: 20
Argentina (1995–2005)
Spain (2005–2007)
Argentina (2007–2015)
To view photos and read their testimony, click here.
Herman and Brigitte Gschwandtner
Years of service: 25
Switzerland (1990–2005)
Germany (2005–2015)
To view photos and read their testimony, click here.
Cheri Kommel
Years of service: 30
Swaziland (1986-2001)
Botswana (2001–2006)
South Africa (2006–2016)
To view photos and read her testimony, click here.
David and Marquita Mosher
Years of service: 32
Swaziland (1983–1994)
Mozambique (1994–2001)
Sao Tome and Principe (2001–2008)
Zambia (2008–2010)
Malawi (2010–2015)
To view photos and read their testimony, click here.
Michael and Julie Shalley
Years of service: 36
South Africa (1979–1984)
Namibia (1984–2015)
To read their testimony, click here.
2015 Global Missionary Candidates
Overland Park, Kansas
The Church of the Nazarene's Global Mission Office recommended the following missionaries for appointment. These individuals were recognized before the General Board on Monday, February 23.
Stephen and Theresa Gualberto have served on intern contract since July 2010 on the Asia-Pacific Region. Stephen serves as field strategy coordinator for the Philippines and Micronesia. Theresa serves as the Philippine Field Office supervisor. Stephen and Theresa have one child, Hadassah. Their home church is on the Philippines District. The Gualbertos are being commissioned as missionaries on global contract to the Philippines and Micronesia Field.
Scott and Jennifer Rainey have served on intern contract since July 2012 on the Eurasia Region. Scott serves as field strategy coordinator for the Commonwealth of Independent States. Jennifer serves in Family Ministries and CIS team building support. Scott and Jennifer have two children, Rebekah and Sarah. Their home church is on the South Texas District. The Raineys are being commissioned as missionaries on global contract to the CIS Field.
Wilmar and Jessica Rojas have served on intern contact since December 2013 on the South America Region. Wilmar serves as NCM national coordinator for Argentina. Jessica serves in Child Sponsorship, Finance, and as NMI national coordinator for Argentina. Wilmar and Jessica have two children, Israel and Caleb. Their home church is on the South Texas District. The Rojases are being commissioned as missionaries on global contract to Argentina.
Stephen and Anne Sickel have served on specialized assignment contract since January 2011 on the Mesoamerica Region. Stephen and Anne have served as Work & Witness coordinators for Costa Rica and Panama and are transferring to Mexico. Stephen and Anne have three children, Micah, Levi, and Elizabeth. Their home church is on the Kansas City District. The Sickels are being commissioned as missionaries on global contract to Mexico.--Global Mission
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Flags of the Nations: LiberiaGlobal Ministry Center
Since September 1, 2009, the Church of the Nazarene's Global Ministry Center (GMC) proudly flies a flag each week of one of the many nations in which the denomination is present in ministry. Leaders were invited to send a national flag to be flown at the GMC alongside the flag of the United States*. The national flags rotate weekly, and photos of them raised are sent to the church leaders of that country.
This week: Liberia
The Church of the Nazarene officially entered Liberia in 1990.
Liberia had a population of 4,092,310 in 2014. That same year, Liberia reported 123 Churches of the Nazarene, 80 of which had been officially organized. Liberia has 6,571 total members.
Liberia is on the Africa Region. It has three Phase 2 districts.
For more information about the Africa Region, visit africanazarene.org.
Previous flags featured:
Argentina
Aruba
Belize
Benin
Bolivia
Brazil
Burkina Faso
Cameroon
Canada
Cape Verde
Chile
Colombia
Côte d'Ivoire
Cuba
Dominican Republic
Ecuador
Equatorial Guinea
The Church of the Nazarene's Global Mission Office recommended the following missionaries for appointment. These individuals were recognized before the General Board on Monday, February 23.
Stephen and Theresa Gualberto have served on intern contract since July 2010 on the Asia-Pacific Region. Stephen serves as field strategy coordinator for the Philippines and Micronesia. Theresa serves as the Philippine Field Office supervisor. Stephen and Theresa have one child, Hadassah. Their home church is on the Philippines District. The Gualbertos are being commissioned as missionaries on global contract to the Philippines and Micronesia Field.
Scott and Jennifer Rainey have served on intern contract since July 2012 on the Eurasia Region. Scott serves as field strategy coordinator for the Commonwealth of Independent States. Jennifer serves in Family Ministries and CIS team building support. Scott and Jennifer have two children, Rebekah and Sarah. Their home church is on the South Texas District. The Raineys are being commissioned as missionaries on global contract to the CIS Field.
Wilmar and Jessica Rojas have served on intern contact since December 2013 on the South America Region. Wilmar serves as NCM national coordinator for Argentina. Jessica serves in Child Sponsorship, Finance, and as NMI national coordinator for Argentina. Wilmar and Jessica have two children, Israel and Caleb. Their home church is on the South Texas District. The Rojases are being commissioned as missionaries on global contract to Argentina.
Stephen and Anne Sickel have served on specialized assignment contract since January 2011 on the Mesoamerica Region. Stephen and Anne have served as Work & Witness coordinators for Costa Rica and Panama and are transferring to Mexico. Stephen and Anne have three children, Micah, Levi, and Elizabeth. Their home church is on the Kansas City District. The Sickels are being commissioned as missionaries on global contract to Mexico.--Global Mission
Additional NCNNews.com Stories This Week
Regional News
AfricaFlags of the Nations: LiberiaGlobal Ministry Center
This week: Liberia
The Church of the Nazarene officially entered Liberia in 1990.
Liberia had a population of 4,092,310 in 2014. That same year, Liberia reported 123 Churches of the Nazarene, 80 of which had been officially organized. Liberia has 6,571 total members.
Liberia is on the Africa Region. It has three Phase 2 districts.
For more information about the Africa Region, visit africanazarene.org.
Previous flags featured:
Argentina
Aruba
Belize
Benin
Bolivia
Brazil
Burkina Faso
Cameroon
Canada
Cape Verde
Chile
Colombia
Côte d'Ivoire
Cuba
Dominican Republic
Ecuador
Equatorial Guinea
Ethiopia
France
Gabon
Germany
Ghana
Guam
Guatemala
Guinea
Guinea-Bissau
Guinea-Conakry
Guyana
Haiti
Ireland
Israel
Italy
Liberia
Madagascar
France
Gabon
Germany
Ghana
Guam
Guatemala
Guinea
Guinea-Bissau
Guinea-Conakry
Guyana
Haiti
Ireland
Israel
Italy
Liberia
Madagascar
Mali
Nicaragua
Niger
Nigeria
Paraguay
Peru
Senegal
Sierra Leone
South Africa
South Sudan
Suriname
Swaziland
Togo
United Kingdom
Uruguay
Venezuela
Additional World Areas
NOTE: Some countries cannot be represented in this project in order to maintain security of those working there.
* = The weekly highlighted flag is raised on the middle of three poles in compliance with U.S. government protocols. It flies to the left of the GMC host-nation United States flag, which flies above the host-state flag of Kansas. The Christian flag flies on the third pole.
The Global Ministry Center is the mission and service hub of the Church of the Nazarene.
Asia-Pacific
Update: Prayer requested for Nazarenes in Asia-Pacific citySealands Field, Asia-Pacific Region
The Asia-Pacific Region Office received the following report from the Sealands Field regarding last week's prayer request for three families:
We are praising God for His presence during the meetings this past week. God provided wisdom and insight to the families and teams as they responded to the concerns of local officials, resulting in an overall calming of those involved. Much prayer is still needed as letters must now be written and submitted to the officials. Please continue to praywith expectation of a great movement of the Holy Spirit!
Thank you for your continued partnership in prayer with the ministryteams, leaders, and local churches on the Asia-Pacific Region.--Church of the Nazarene Asia-Pacific Region
Myanmar church members host children's ministriesMyanmar, Asia-Pacific Region
Myanmar (formerly Burma) has been dominated by religions other thanChristianity for centuries. Currently less than 4 percent of the population is considered Christian, but the Nazarene denomination continues to grow in the area.
Burmese Nazarenes began reaching out to those living in Myanmar's Mon State in 2006. After eight years of planting seeds, there are now four organized churches and four home churches.
One of these Burmese Nazarenes is Pastora Ruth. Every Saturday, Ruth travels to Ywar Tan Shey, where she reaches out to more than 30 children in the area by providing Bible lessons, games, and other activities.
Another Christian who attends Emmanuel Church of the Nazarene had a heart for the children in her community. She prayed and shared her thoughts with her pastor. Together they stepped out in faith without any outside funding to establish another home children's ministry to nurture the future of God's church in this area.
"I was very surprised and encouraged to visit two more houses of local Nazarene members where they too had opened their homes for children's ministry," said Bill Kwon, Church of the Nazarene country coordinator for Myanmar. "All of these Christ followers have the same passion to reach out to children. God is blessing their homes and ministry. I am reminded of the story of Jesus feeding the 5,000, with just five loaves of bread and two fish (Matthew 14:13-21). In Mon State, Jesus asked the local church members what they had. They gave what they had and God is surely blessing and multiplying."
Kwon will be in the U.S. from June 15 to July 30. To schedule a visit, click here.--Church of the Nazarene Asia-Pacific Region
Nicaragua
Niger
Nigeria
Paraguay
Peru
Senegal
Sierra Leone
South Africa
South Sudan
Suriname
Swaziland
Togo
United Kingdom
Uruguay
Venezuela
Additional World Areas
NOTE: Some countries cannot be represented in this project in order to maintain security of those working there.
* = The weekly highlighted flag is raised on the middle of three poles in compliance with U.S. government protocols. It flies to the left of the GMC host-nation United States flag, which flies above the host-state flag of Kansas. The Christian flag flies on the third pole.
The Global Ministry Center is the mission and service hub of the Church of the Nazarene.
Asia-Pacific
Update: Prayer requested for Nazarenes in Asia-Pacific citySealands Field, Asia-Pacific Region
We are praising God for His presence during the meetings this past week. God provided wisdom and insight to the families and teams as they responded to the concerns of local officials, resulting in an overall calming of those involved. Much prayer is still needed as letters must now be written and submitted to the officials. Please continue to praywith expectation of a great movement of the Holy Spirit!
Thank you for your continued partnership in prayer with the ministryteams, leaders, and local churches on the Asia-Pacific Region.--Church of the Nazarene Asia-Pacific Region
Myanmar church members host children's ministriesMyanmar, Asia-Pacific Region
Burmese Nazarenes began reaching out to those living in Myanmar's Mon State in 2006. After eight years of planting seeds, there are now four organized churches and four home churches.
One of these Burmese Nazarenes is Pastora Ruth. Every Saturday, Ruth travels to Ywar Tan Shey, where she reaches out to more than 30 children in the area by providing Bible lessons, games, and other activities.
Another Christian who attends Emmanuel Church of the Nazarene had a heart for the children in her community. She prayed and shared her thoughts with her pastor. Together they stepped out in faith without any outside funding to establish another home children's ministry to nurture the future of God's church in this area.
"I was very surprised and encouraged to visit two more houses of local Nazarene members where they too had opened their homes for children's ministry," said Bill Kwon, Church of the Nazarene country coordinator for Myanmar. "All of these Christ followers have the same passion to reach out to children. God is blessing their homes and ministry. I am reminded of the story of Jesus feeding the 5,000, with just five loaves of bread and two fish (Matthew 14:13-21). In Mon State, Jesus asked the local church members what they had. They gave what they had and God is surely blessing and multiplying."
Kwon will be in the U.S. from June 15 to July 30. To schedule a visit, click here.--Church of the Nazarene Asia-Pacific Region
Devsharma, the oldest of three sons, is survived by his wife and 18-month-old son. He was also caring for his parents at the time of hisdeath.
In 2003, while still in school, Devsharma became a JESUS Film team helper. He progressed to team member status and concluded his service as a team leader.
Devsharma's team showed the JESUS film 52 times last year, making 7,130 evangelistic contacts and leading 926 people to become new believers in Christ. Under his leadership, 11 preaching points were established.
"He used to take me on his bicycle to visit compassionate ministry centers and preaching points," said the India Eastern district superintendent. "We traveled many places together when I was his JESUS Film coach. I have many good memories with him."
Continued prayer is requested for Devsharma's family as they transition through this unexpected tragedy and for his team as they carry on without his leadership.--JFHP
South America
New superintendent for Argentina Litoral DistrictRosario, Argentina
Enrique Sardielo was appointed superintendent of the Argentina Litoral District January 15. He will serve until the 2017 District Assembly.
Sardielo and his wife, Alicia de Sardielo, along with their three children, María Esther, Raquel, and Noé, have served for many years as ministers on the local and district level on the Cono Sur Field.
"I am thankful for the willingness and support of the district pastors for this new assignment," said Juan José Zani, Cono Sur field strategy coordinator. "May God bless the extension of His work in the Argentina Litoral District."--Church of the Nazarene South America Region
Argentina pastor rememberedArgentina, South America Region
Hugo Olveira, a pastor and professor, passed away February 8 due to respiratory failure.
Olveira came to know the Lord at age 25 when a friend invited him to a prayer group at the Union of the Assemblies of God Church. He soon felt God's call to serve Him, so he enrolled in an Assemblies of God Bible school. After three years of preparation, Olveira helped with a church in the city of Pergamino and a church in the town of Merlo. Every day on his way home, Olveira went down a street where there was a Church of the Nazarene. More than once he went in to listen to what was preached, and he was struck by the liturgy of the church. Olveira decided to request membership there and the pastor later asked him to teach Bible studies.
After his ordination as a Church of the Nazarene elder in 1995, Olveira pastored the Moreno Belen Church of the Nazarene and, until his death, worked as a professor at Nazarene Theological Seminary-Southern Cone (Seminario Teológico Nazareno del Cono Sur).
One of Olveira's students was Stella Maris Lombardo, whom he married on March 18, 1989. The couple had two children, Juan Manuel and Ana Clara.
Friends and family members shared that Hugo loved to research and read about general history. He also admired the life of the Apostle Peter for his impetuous and determined character.
To send condolences to the Olveira family, write to them at stellamarislombardo@hotmail.com.--Church of the Nazarene South America Region
Sardielo and his wife, Alicia de Sardielo, along with their three children, María Esther, Raquel, and Noé, have served for many years as ministers on the local and district level on the Cono Sur Field.
"I am thankful for the willingness and support of the district pastors for this new assignment," said Juan José Zani, Cono Sur field strategy coordinator. "May God bless the extension of His work in the Argentina Litoral District."--Church of the Nazarene South America Region
Argentina pastor rememberedArgentina, South America Region
Olveira came to know the Lord at age 25 when a friend invited him to a prayer group at the Union of the Assemblies of God Church. He soon felt God's call to serve Him, so he enrolled in an Assemblies of God Bible school. After three years of preparation, Olveira helped with a church in the city of Pergamino and a church in the town of Merlo. Every day on his way home, Olveira went down a street where there was a Church of the Nazarene. More than once he went in to listen to what was preached, and he was struck by the liturgy of the church. Olveira decided to request membership there and the pastor later asked him to teach Bible studies.
After his ordination as a Church of the Nazarene elder in 1995, Olveira pastored the Moreno Belen Church of the Nazarene and, until his death, worked as a professor at Nazarene Theological Seminary-Southern Cone (Seminario Teológico Nazareno del Cono Sur).
One of Olveira's students was Stella Maris Lombardo, whom he married on March 18, 1989. The couple had two children, Juan Manuel and Ana Clara.
Friends and family members shared that Hugo loved to research and read about general history. He also admired the life of the Apostle Peter for his impetuous and determined character.
To send condolences to the Olveira family, write to them at stellamarislombardo@hotmail.com.--Church of the Nazarene South America Region
USA/Canada
BGS appoints superintendent for Northern CaliforniaConcord, California
BGS appoints superintendent for Northern CaliforniaConcord, California
General Superintendent David A. Busic announced the appointment of Gary W. Moore as superintendent of the Northern California District.
Moore follows John Calhoun, who resigned to take a position at Point Loma Nazarene University. Moore has been serving as interim superintendent since February 1.
A member of the Sacramento District Advisory Board, Moore previously pastored churches in Nebraska, Missouri, Kansas, Idaho, California, and Oregon. In addition, he served as a missionary in South Africa, Kenya, Democratic Republic of the Congo, and on the Eurasia Region as field strategy coordinator of Western Mediterranean and Northern Europe. He was also superintendent of the France District.
Moore received a Bachelor of Arts from Pasadena City College and a Master of Divinity from Nazarene Theological Seminary.
Gary and his wife, LaVonna, reside in Yuba City, California.
Southern Florida Nazarenes gather for Hispanic Mission CongressMiami, Florida
The Southern Florida District held its 16th annual Hispanic Mission Congress February 21 at the Miami Beth-El Church of the Nazarene. Dominican Republic missionary Scott Armstrong encouragedrepresentatives from the district's 20 Hispanic churches to avoid clutter and remain diligent to God's call to the 21st century church.
"The response by our children, teens, and adults to this congress was phenomenal," said Ardee Coolidge, host pastor and District Nazarene Missions International Council Hispanic language coordinator. "Our people love Scott Armstrong and his passion for the gospel."
There were age-specific mission education opportunities and activitiesfor the 300 people who attended the all-day event.
Several churches brought praise team bands, soloists, and interpretive dance groups. In addition to Armstrong, the group heard from District NMI President Dennis Moore and District Hispanic Coordinator Jorge Diaz.
The event concluded with an outdoor food festival. Each of the churches built colorful booths where authentic food was served from Cuba, Mexico, Nicaragua, and other Latin American countries.
"It is amazing what the Hispanic churches in Southern Florida do each year for this event and especially for the food festival," Armstrong said.
The churches also competed for festival awards. First place went to Pahokee Hispanic, second place to Miami Beth-El, and third place to West Palm Beach Maranatha.
The District NMI Council sponsors the annual Hispanic Mission Congress as a way of directly educating and inspiring the growing number of Hispanic churches in Southern Florida.--Southern Florida District via NCN News submissions
Stories to share? Email news@nazarene.org.
Moore follows John Calhoun, who resigned to take a position at Point Loma Nazarene University. Moore has been serving as interim superintendent since February 1.
A member of the Sacramento District Advisory Board, Moore previously pastored churches in Nebraska, Missouri, Kansas, Idaho, California, and Oregon. In addition, he served as a missionary in South Africa, Kenya, Democratic Republic of the Congo, and on the Eurasia Region as field strategy coordinator of Western Mediterranean and Northern Europe. He was also superintendent of the France District.
Moore received a Bachelor of Arts from Pasadena City College and a Master of Divinity from Nazarene Theological Seminary.
Gary and his wife, LaVonna, reside in Yuba City, California.
Southern Florida Nazarenes gather for Hispanic Mission CongressMiami, Florida
"The response by our children, teens, and adults to this congress was phenomenal," said Ardee Coolidge, host pastor and District Nazarene Missions International Council Hispanic language coordinator. "Our people love Scott Armstrong and his passion for the gospel."
There were age-specific mission education opportunities and activitiesfor the 300 people who attended the all-day event.
Several churches brought praise team bands, soloists, and interpretive dance groups. In addition to Armstrong, the group heard from District NMI President Dennis Moore and District Hispanic Coordinator Jorge Diaz.
The event concluded with an outdoor food festival. Each of the churches built colorful booths where authentic food was served from Cuba, Mexico, Nicaragua, and other Latin American countries.
"It is amazing what the Hispanic churches in Southern Florida do each year for this event and especially for the food festival," Armstrong said.
The churches also competed for festival awards. First place went to Pahokee Hispanic, second place to Miami Beth-El, and third place to West Palm Beach Maranatha.
The District NMI Council sponsors the annual Hispanic Mission Congress as a way of directly educating and inspiring the growing number of Hispanic churches in Southern Florida.--Southern Florida District via NCN News submissions
Stories to share? Email news@nazarene.org.
Global Ministry Center News
In MemoriamGlobal Ministry Center
The following is a weekly listing of Nazarene ministers and leaders who recently went home to be with the Lord. Notices were received February 23-27, 2015.
Biprosh Devsharma, 30, of India, passed away this month. He was a pastor and JESUS Film leader. He is survived by his wife. (story)
Hugo Olveira of Argentina passed away February 8. He was a pastor and professor at Nazarene Theological Seminary-Southern Cone. He is survived by his wife, Stella Maris. (story)
Sophia (Solandros) Premus, 84, of Spokane, Washington, passed away February 18. She was the wife of retired minister Robert Premus, who served in Washington.
Eugene Roberts, 84, of Winchester, Indiana, passed away February 23. He was a retired minister, serving in Ohio, Michigan, and Wisconsin. He is survived by his wife, Alice Roberts.
For previous editions of In Memoriam, see the "Passings" section on ncnnews.com by clicking here.
Note: Please join with us in prayer for the families who have lost loved ones. Click on names for full stories, funeral information, local onlineobituaries, and/or guest books (if available). To submit an entry of a minister or church leader, send to submitnews@ncnnews.com.--Compiled by NCN News
GMC employment opportunitiesGlobal Ministry Center
By NCN News Staff
The following positions are available at the Church of the Nazarene's Global Ministry Center:
Global Education and Clergy Development — Senior Program Assistant
This position assists the Global Clergy Development director and administrative director fulfill ministry objectives.
Financial Services — Administrative Assistant
This position works under the direction of the general treasurer, primarily providing administrative and clerical support. This position also provides administrative and clerical support to the Donor Services manager and Global Treasury Services controller as needed.
Nazarene Compassionate Ministries — Computer Programming Coordinator
The person in this position will lead NCM's development team in developing and maintaining NCM's Web applications, systems, and websites.
Nazarene Compassionate Ministries Inc — Mentoring Coordinator
The person in this position is responsible for the NCMI Compassion Kids Mentoring Initiative and will support the expansion of mentoring and youth development activities across the Nazarene Compassionate Ministries network. For a full description of the position, click here. Applicants should send a resume or CV to ncmi@ncmi.org.
About
Located in Lenexa, Kansas, the Global Ministry Center is the administrative, mission, and service hub for the denomination's ministries in 159 world areas. All GMC positions report to this location. To obtain additional information, please call (913) 577-0500 and ask for Human Resources.
Our Non-Discrimination Policy
The Church of the Nazarene Global Ministry Center offers equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, disability, race, religion, creed, sex, or veteran status. The Global Ministry Center is an "at will" employer.
Our Faith-Based Organization
We are a faith-based organization. Acceptance of our Christian Code of Conduct is required and membership in the Church of the Nazarene is required for certain positions. The GMC and applicable remote work sites are smoke, alcohol, and drug free Christian workplaces.
Application Processing
Our Human Resources Office receives and processes many employment applications annually for a limited number of positions. While we regret that we cannot respond to each applicant, we do contact those individuals possessing the skills, education/training, and experience that best match the requirements of the open position for which the application was submitted.
An application must be completed by all applicants and an application must be completed for each position for which one wishes to be considered. Applications are retained for one year. Resumes are not necessary for entry-level positions, but they are preferred for professional level positions. Resumes may be submitted by mail.
Applying for Employment with the GMC
Application forms may be requested by calling (913) 577-0500, emailing bsikes@nazarene.org, or obtained in person from Human Resources at the Church of the Nazarene Global Ministry Center, 17001 Prairie Star Parkway, Lenexa, Kansas, 66220, Monday through Friday from 8:00 to 4:30 Central Time. Completed applications may be mailed or emailed to the attention of the Human Resources Office.
For more information, see the GMC's Human Resources page by clicking here.
The Board of General Superintendents recently released Nazarene Essentials, a new document explaining the basics of the Church of the Nazarene's teaching, history, theology, mission, funding, and connections.
"Nazarene Essentials is a resource available to all churches to help deepen our people's understanding of who we are and what we believe," said David Graves, Board of General Superintendents chair. "It is one of the most exciting resources that has been developed for the global church."
The document, written in plain language, was created at the request of a new generation of spiritual leaders and an increasing body of believers. Nazarene Essentials explains why the Church of the Nazarene exists as a worldwide Holiness and Great Commission movement in the Wesleyan-Arminian tradition.
For clergy and laity, Nazarene Essentials offers a way to better understand the church's purpose of spreading scriptural holiness and its mission to make Christlike disciples in the nations.
Nazarene Essentials is available online at nazarene.org/essentials.Online resources include the full document, the 12 individual chapters, a leader's guide, and artwork. The full document is currently posted in Spanish and will soon be available in additional languages.
The document was originally released as the March/April 2015 edition of Holiness Today. To order copies of the magazine, send an email togeneraleditor@nazarene.org.
JFHP seeks candidates for development officer positionOlathe, Kansas
JESUS Film Harvest Partners announced an open development officer position.
This position is responsible for raising approximately $1.2 million annually by building relationships with new high capacity investors, growing existing donors, and re-engaging inactive donors. It is also responsible for organizing three World Challenge Fundraising Events per year concentrating on obtaining new donors/constituents. The position can be based anywhere within the U.S.
The qualified candidate will possess a bachelor's degree.A master's degree and/or CFRE/ACFRE certification is preferred. At least five years of relevant development experience preferred. The ideal candidate will have the ability to prioritize and manage competing demands in addition to possesing a high degree of self-initiative, strongrelationship building skills, ability to host Partner Investment Trips to mission fields, and a willingness to travel at least 50 percent of the year. The candidate should also share the organization's conservative Christian values.
About
JESUS Film Harvest Partners is a ministry under the auspices of the Global Mission Office of The Church of the Nazarene, Inc. JFHP's strategy is to share God's love with the lost by equipping and supporting ministry teams of indigenous people to do evangelism, discipleship, and church planting by providing tools developed by partner ministries. The organization's mission is to "Share God's love with the lost to help fulfill the Great Commission."
Please submit resumes to jcluxton@jfhp.org.--JFHP
Biprosh Devsharma, 30, of India, passed away this month. He was a pastor and JESUS Film leader. He is survived by his wife. (story)
Hugo Olveira of Argentina passed away February 8. He was a pastor and professor at Nazarene Theological Seminary-Southern Cone. He is survived by his wife, Stella Maris. (story)
Sophia (Solandros) Premus, 84, of Spokane, Washington, passed away February 18. She was the wife of retired minister Robert Premus, who served in Washington.
Eugene Roberts, 84, of Winchester, Indiana, passed away February 23. He was a retired minister, serving in Ohio, Michigan, and Wisconsin. He is survived by his wife, Alice Roberts.
For previous editions of In Memoriam, see the "Passings" section on ncnnews.com by clicking here.
Note: Please join with us in prayer for the families who have lost loved ones. Click on names for full stories, funeral information, local onlineobituaries, and/or guest books (if available). To submit an entry of a minister or church leader, send to submitnews@ncnnews.com.--Compiled by NCN News
GMC employment opportunitiesGlobal Ministry Center
By NCN News Staff
The following positions are available at the Church of the Nazarene's Global Ministry Center:
This position assists the Global Clergy Development director and administrative director fulfill ministry objectives.
Financial Services — Administrative Assistant
This position works under the direction of the general treasurer, primarily providing administrative and clerical support. This position also provides administrative and clerical support to the Donor Services manager and Global Treasury Services controller as needed.
Nazarene Compassionate Ministries — Computer Programming Coordinator
The person in this position will lead NCM's development team in developing and maintaining NCM's Web applications, systems, and websites.
Nazarene Compassionate Ministries Inc — Mentoring Coordinator
The person in this position is responsible for the NCMI Compassion Kids Mentoring Initiative and will support the expansion of mentoring and youth development activities across the Nazarene Compassionate Ministries network. For a full description of the position, click here. Applicants should send a resume or CV to ncmi@ncmi.org.
About
Located in Lenexa, Kansas, the Global Ministry Center is the administrative, mission, and service hub for the denomination's ministries in 159 world areas. All GMC positions report to this location. To obtain additional information, please call (913) 577-0500 and ask for Human Resources.
Our Non-Discrimination Policy
The Church of the Nazarene Global Ministry Center offers equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, disability, race, religion, creed, sex, or veteran status. The Global Ministry Center is an "at will" employer.
Our Faith-Based Organization
We are a faith-based organization. Acceptance of our Christian Code of Conduct is required and membership in the Church of the Nazarene is required for certain positions. The GMC and applicable remote work sites are smoke, alcohol, and drug free Christian workplaces.
Application Processing
Our Human Resources Office receives and processes many employment applications annually for a limited number of positions. While we regret that we cannot respond to each applicant, we do contact those individuals possessing the skills, education/training, and experience that best match the requirements of the open position for which the application was submitted.
An application must be completed by all applicants and an application must be completed for each position for which one wishes to be considered. Applications are retained for one year. Resumes are not necessary for entry-level positions, but they are preferred for professional level positions. Resumes may be submitted by mail.
Applying for Employment with the GMC
Application forms may be requested by calling (913) 577-0500, emailing bsikes@nazarene.org, or obtained in person from Human Resources at the Church of the Nazarene Global Ministry Center, 17001 Prairie Star Parkway, Lenexa, Kansas, 66220, Monday through Friday from 8:00 to 4:30 Central Time. Completed applications may be mailed or emailed to the attention of the Human Resources Office.
For more information, see the GMC's Human Resources page by clicking here.
Resources
Board of General Superintendents publishes Nazarene EssentialsGlobal Ministry Center"Nazarene Essentials is a resource available to all churches to help deepen our people's understanding of who we are and what we believe," said David Graves, Board of General Superintendents chair. "It is one of the most exciting resources that has been developed for the global church."
The document, written in plain language, was created at the request of a new generation of spiritual leaders and an increasing body of believers. Nazarene Essentials explains why the Church of the Nazarene exists as a worldwide Holiness and Great Commission movement in the Wesleyan-Arminian tradition.
For clergy and laity, Nazarene Essentials offers a way to better understand the church's purpose of spreading scriptural holiness and its mission to make Christlike disciples in the nations.
Nazarene Essentials is available online at nazarene.org/essentials.Online resources include the full document, the 12 individual chapters, a leader's guide, and artwork. The full document is currently posted in Spanish and will soon be available in additional languages.
The document was originally released as the March/April 2015 edition of Holiness Today. To order copies of the magazine, send an email togeneraleditor@nazarene.org.
JFHP seeks candidates for development officer positionOlathe, Kansas
This position is responsible for raising approximately $1.2 million annually by building relationships with new high capacity investors, growing existing donors, and re-engaging inactive donors. It is also responsible for organizing three World Challenge Fundraising Events per year concentrating on obtaining new donors/constituents. The position can be based anywhere within the U.S.
The qualified candidate will possess a bachelor's degree.A master's degree and/or CFRE/ACFRE certification is preferred. At least five years of relevant development experience preferred. The ideal candidate will have the ability to prioritize and manage competing demands in addition to possesing a high degree of self-initiative, strongrelationship building skills, ability to host Partner Investment Trips to mission fields, and a willingness to travel at least 50 percent of the year. The candidate should also share the organization's conservative Christian values.
About
JESUS Film Harvest Partners is a ministry under the auspices of the Global Mission Office of The Church of the Nazarene, Inc. JFHP's strategy is to share God's love with the lost by equipping and supporting ministry teams of indigenous people to do evangelism, discipleship, and church planting by providing tools developed by partner ministries. The organization's mission is to "Share God's love with the lost to help fulfill the Great Commission."
Please submit resumes to jcluxton@jfhp.org.--JFHP
Collegiate News
Multi-Campus Seminary expands to PLNUKansas City, Missouri
Nazarene Theological Seminary announced it will begin offering courses for its Master of Divinity degree on the campus of Point Loma NazareneUniversity in San Diego, California, this summer.
PLNU is the fifth Nazarene college or university in the U.S. to become a part of the seminary's Multi-Campus Seminary program.* Current campuses are Southern Nazarene University (Bethany, Oklahoma), Mount Vernon Nazarene University (Mount Vernon, Ohio), Trevecca Nazarene University (Nashville, Tennessee), and Eastern Nazarene College (Quincy, Massachusetts).
"NTS is providing a great gift and opportunity to ministers in the southwest," said Ron Benefiel, dean of PLNU's School of Theology and Christian Ministry and former NTS president. "By offering NTS courses on the PLNU campus (coupled with online and video conferencingoptions), NTS is making it possible for students to take all the coursework necessary to complete a solid NTS MDiv right here in San Diego! If students preparing for pastoral ministry are looking for a program that combines academic excellence with accessibility and affordability, this is the program they should consider."
As a part of the MCS program, NTS residential faculty and professors on host campuses teach one-week intensive module courses that are a part of the curriculum for the NTS Master of Divinity degree. These module courses, combined with the seminary's online and video conference course offerings, make it possible for pastors to earn the MDiv without relocating from their current ministry context — and to do so in as few as three or four years.
"Our Multi-Campus Seminary program is incredibly important," said Carla Sunberg, NTS president. "Not only does it make graduate theological education more accessible to ministers throughout the United States, but it also provides a significant way for many of our Nazarene schools to partner and more effectively serve the Church. It is exciting to be a part of such a gifted team of educators who are committed to preparing leaders for the future of our church."
To learn more about NTS and the Multi-Campus Seminary or to see a list of course offerings at all locations, visit nts.edu/multi-campus-seminary or contact the NTS Recruitment Office at 800-831-3011, ext. 5456 or at recruitment@nts.edu.
*The seminary's accrediting agency has granted NTS approval to offer the complete MDiv degree at four of its multi-campus sites (residential approval pending for location in San Diego, California).--Nazarene Theological Seminary
Higher Learning Commission reaffirms Olivet's accreditationBourbonnais, Illinois
The Higher Learning Commission this month reauthorized Olivet Nazarene University's institutional accreditation, culminating the extensive self-study process the university undertakes every 10 years for accreditation.
Olivet was recognized for maintaining a solid financial situation, being significantly mission-focused, having realistic goals and planning processes, and meeting all criteria for accreditation.
The university has earned accreditation continuously since 1965. Accreditation assesses an institution's capacity to assure its own quality and requires the institution to produce significant evidence that it does so. The HLC, one of six independent U.S. regional accreditors, evaluates degree-granting, post-secondary educational institutions in 19 states that comprise the North Central region.
"This accreditation continues to justify the trust that our students, prospective students, and their families have in our university," said John C. Bowling, university president. "The comprehensive review process allowed the Higher Learning Commission to affirm our vision and the progress that has taken place at the University over the past decade."
In addition to assuring quality and adherence to academic standards, accreditation determines a school's eligibility for participation in federal (Title IV) and state financial aid programs, and supports institutional eligibility for employer tuition assistance.
Accreditation standards ensure the acceptance and transfer of college credit, and a degree from an accredited institution is a prerequisite for manygraduate programs. Also, professions that require licensure may not accept degrees from schools without regional accreditation.
Bowling thanked everyone on the university faculty and staff for meeting the rigorous requirements of the HLC's affirmation process. He cited the efforts of the Olivet committee that shepherded the university-wide project over a two-year period: Sue Rattin, committee chair and Olivet's director of Assessment and Learning Support Services; Kent Olney, chair of the Department of Behavioral Sciences; Paul Koch, business professor; Dianne Schaafsma, director of Financial Services; Jonathan Bartling, dean of the School of Graduate and Continuing Studies; Ivor Newsham, consultant; and Cheryl Paarlberg, administrative assistant for Rattin.
"Commitment to educating our students well, along with professional diligence, continues to make the Olivet experience an educational hallmark for our students and alumni," Rattin said. "We take our place confidently among the best higher education institutions. The key to a successful effort to receive HLC reauthorization of accreditation is the collection of substantive and meaningful evidence to support the claims we make about our university.
"Through focus groups, surveys, end-of-course evaluation, faculty and staff evaluations, audit reports, and a plethora of other sources of evidence, we have affirmed that Olivet is indeed a place that fosters 'Higher Learning for a Higher Calling,' the theme of our self-study."--Olivet Nazarene University
NBC offers ethnic scholarships through Multicultural MinistriesColorado Springs, Colorado
PLNU is the fifth Nazarene college or university in the U.S. to become a part of the seminary's Multi-Campus Seminary program.* Current campuses are Southern Nazarene University (Bethany, Oklahoma), Mount Vernon Nazarene University (Mount Vernon, Ohio), Trevecca Nazarene University (Nashville, Tennessee), and Eastern Nazarene College (Quincy, Massachusetts).
"NTS is providing a great gift and opportunity to ministers in the southwest," said Ron Benefiel, dean of PLNU's School of Theology and Christian Ministry and former NTS president. "By offering NTS courses on the PLNU campus (coupled with online and video conferencingoptions), NTS is making it possible for students to take all the coursework necessary to complete a solid NTS MDiv right here in San Diego! If students preparing for pastoral ministry are looking for a program that combines academic excellence with accessibility and affordability, this is the program they should consider."
As a part of the MCS program, NTS residential faculty and professors on host campuses teach one-week intensive module courses that are a part of the curriculum for the NTS Master of Divinity degree. These module courses, combined with the seminary's online and video conference course offerings, make it possible for pastors to earn the MDiv without relocating from their current ministry context — and to do so in as few as three or four years.
"Our Multi-Campus Seminary program is incredibly important," said Carla Sunberg, NTS president. "Not only does it make graduate theological education more accessible to ministers throughout the United States, but it also provides a significant way for many of our Nazarene schools to partner and more effectively serve the Church. It is exciting to be a part of such a gifted team of educators who are committed to preparing leaders for the future of our church."
To learn more about NTS and the Multi-Campus Seminary or to see a list of course offerings at all locations, visit nts.edu/multi-campus-seminary or contact the NTS Recruitment Office at 800-831-3011, ext. 5456 or at recruitment@nts.edu.
*The seminary's accrediting agency has granted NTS approval to offer the complete MDiv degree at four of its multi-campus sites (residential approval pending for location in San Diego, California).--Nazarene Theological Seminary
Higher Learning Commission reaffirms Olivet's accreditationBourbonnais, Illinois
Olivet was recognized for maintaining a solid financial situation, being significantly mission-focused, having realistic goals and planning processes, and meeting all criteria for accreditation.
The university has earned accreditation continuously since 1965. Accreditation assesses an institution's capacity to assure its own quality and requires the institution to produce significant evidence that it does so. The HLC, one of six independent U.S. regional accreditors, evaluates degree-granting, post-secondary educational institutions in 19 states that comprise the North Central region.
"This accreditation continues to justify the trust that our students, prospective students, and their families have in our university," said John C. Bowling, university president. "The comprehensive review process allowed the Higher Learning Commission to affirm our vision and the progress that has taken place at the University over the past decade."
In addition to assuring quality and adherence to academic standards, accreditation determines a school's eligibility for participation in federal (Title IV) and state financial aid programs, and supports institutional eligibility for employer tuition assistance.
Accreditation standards ensure the acceptance and transfer of college credit, and a degree from an accredited institution is a prerequisite for manygraduate programs. Also, professions that require licensure may not accept degrees from schools without regional accreditation.
Bowling thanked everyone on the university faculty and staff for meeting the rigorous requirements of the HLC's affirmation process. He cited the efforts of the Olivet committee that shepherded the university-wide project over a two-year period: Sue Rattin, committee chair and Olivet's director of Assessment and Learning Support Services; Kent Olney, chair of the Department of Behavioral Sciences; Paul Koch, business professor; Dianne Schaafsma, director of Financial Services; Jonathan Bartling, dean of the School of Graduate and Continuing Studies; Ivor Newsham, consultant; and Cheryl Paarlberg, administrative assistant for Rattin.
"Commitment to educating our students well, along with professional diligence, continues to make the Olivet experience an educational hallmark for our students and alumni," Rattin said. "We take our place confidently among the best higher education institutions. The key to a successful effort to receive HLC reauthorization of accreditation is the collection of substantive and meaningful evidence to support the claims we make about our university.
"Through focus groups, surveys, end-of-course evaluation, faculty and staff evaluations, audit reports, and a plethora of other sources of evidence, we have affirmed that Olivet is indeed a place that fosters 'Higher Learning for a Higher Calling,' the theme of our self-study."--Olivet Nazarene University
NBC offers ethnic scholarships through Multicultural MinistriesColorado Springs, Colorado
Nazarene Bible College and the USA/Canada Region's Multicultural Ministries Office launched a new program at this month's Mission 2015 Conference in Kansas City, Missouri. The program will provide Church of the Nazarene ordination courses for ethnic students on the region.
"The new venture will incentivize the younger generation of various ethnicities toward ordination educational opportunities at Nazarene Bible College," said Roberto Hodgson, director of Multicultural Ministries. "This is a multicultural collaboration to raise up a new generation of ethnic pastors."
Multicultural Ministries will provide scholarships for the Ministerial Preparation Program at Nazarene Bible College to any ethnic students preparing for ordination. The normal cost per ordination class is $125, but will be reduced to $90 per class with the scholarship. All classes are offered in English. Ethnic students may contact Admissions at Nazarene Bible College by calling 719-884-5060 or by sending an inquiry toinfo@nbc.edu.--Nazarene Bible College Nashville, Tennessee
"The new venture will incentivize the younger generation of various ethnicities toward ordination educational opportunities at Nazarene Bible College," said Roberto Hodgson, director of Multicultural Ministries. "This is a multicultural collaboration to raise up a new generation of ethnic pastors."
Multicultural Ministries will provide scholarships for the Ministerial Preparation Program at Nazarene Bible College to any ethnic students preparing for ordination. The normal cost per ordination class is $125, but will be reduced to $90 per class with the scholarship. All classes are offered in English. Ethnic students may contact Admissions at Nazarene Bible College by calling 719-884-5060 or by sending an inquiry toinfo@nbc.edu.--Nazarene Bible College Nashville, Tennessee
Trevecca Nazarene University welcomed 200 high school students February 25 as part of the Education Equal Opportunity Group's 14th annual Project Save-a-Student Leadership and Training Conference.
"To think that a single encounter with a high school student might change the trajectory of their life ... that's why we welcome the students of EEOG," said Dan Boone, Trevecca president.
The intensive three-day program provides practical and real life learning opportunities not only to help students stay in school and graduate high school, but to continue their education with alternative learning opportunities such as workshops, job fairs, and campus visits around Nashville.
This year's theme, "It's Your Time to Lead!" focused on vision, commitment, and success. Students visited Vanderbilt University and Fisk University along with Trevecca. They also heard from and met Tennessee Governor Bill Haslam along with other political and business leaders.
Workshops emphasized careers such as entrepreneurship, information technology, and politics. Other workshops shared the importance of preparing for college, making positive financial decisions, and pushing past one's comfort zone.
At Trevecca, Boone met with students and delivered a keynote address before dinner. Boone interviewed a current Trevecca student and his mom, who shared an inspirational story and provided catering for the students through her Nashville business.
Little Caesar's also joined with Trevecca to sponsor the event with their Love Kitchen, a big-rig pizza kitchen on wheels, designed to meet the needs of the hungry, homeless, and victims of disasters.
The EEOG helps potential first generation college students statewide by providing leadership training to more than 10,000 students. The EEOG's emerging student leaders have a 95 percent graduation rate. The mission of the EEOG is to prepare underserved and talented students to become the best leaders in the world.--Trevecca Nazarene University
Senior Editor: Frank M. Moore
Managing Editor: Chad E. Schnarr
Associate Editor: Sarah A. Glass
"To think that a single encounter with a high school student might change the trajectory of their life ... that's why we welcome the students of EEOG," said Dan Boone, Trevecca president.
The intensive three-day program provides practical and real life learning opportunities not only to help students stay in school and graduate high school, but to continue their education with alternative learning opportunities such as workshops, job fairs, and campus visits around Nashville.
This year's theme, "It's Your Time to Lead!" focused on vision, commitment, and success. Students visited Vanderbilt University and Fisk University along with Trevecca. They also heard from and met Tennessee Governor Bill Haslam along with other political and business leaders.
Workshops emphasized careers such as entrepreneurship, information technology, and politics. Other workshops shared the importance of preparing for college, making positive financial decisions, and pushing past one's comfort zone.
At Trevecca, Boone met with students and delivered a keynote address before dinner. Boone interviewed a current Trevecca student and his mom, who shared an inspirational story and provided catering for the students through her Nashville business.
Little Caesar's also joined with Trevecca to sponsor the event with their Love Kitchen, a big-rig pizza kitchen on wheels, designed to meet the needs of the hungry, homeless, and victims of disasters.
The EEOG helps potential first generation college students statewide by providing leadership training to more than 10,000 students. The EEOG's emerging student leaders have a 95 percent graduation rate. The mission of the EEOG is to prepare underserved and talented students to become the best leaders in the world.--Trevecca Nazarene University
Senior Editor: Frank M. Moore
Managing Editor: Chad E. Schnarr
Associate Editor: Sarah A. Glass
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