Global Ministry Center
Board of General Superintendents to create COO position at Global Ministry CenterAs follow-up to a recommendation from the Commission on the Nazarene Future (SR - 757) and as a result of additional internal study, the Board of General Superintendents (BGS) voted to hire a chief operating officer (COO) for the Global Ministry Center in Lenexa, Kansas, USA.
This decision is an executive action taken by the BGS and does not require legislative approval.
“The new COO position is designed to free the general superintendents from non-ecclesiastical, administrative responsibilities that can better be carried out by someone with corporate experience,” according to BGS Chair, David W. Graves.
“With the expansion of the Church of the Nazarene, including membership and districts, the BGS needs to be focused on the roles and responsibilities assigned it by the Manual,” Graves added.
As part of the due diligence process, the BGS looked carefully at other denominations to see how they have approached this executive concept. Faith groups larger and smaller than the Church of the Nazarene are moving in the direction of freeing up time in order for the elected spiritual leaders to be in the field as much as possible.
Tommy Thomas and Laura Coverstone, executive recruiters of JobfitMatters, are working with the BGS on this search. Candidates may be found in one of the following environments:
- An executive pastor or senior staff member from a large church with multiple sites and services
- An executive who has spent his/her life in the private sector, providing leadership to complex organizations
- An executive director or senior staff member of a dynamic not-for-profit organization
- A senior administrator from higher education
Graves added, “We are eager to see how God works to provide the woman or man of His calling to work with us at the Global Ministry Center.”[Board of General Superintendents]
Read moreTsakhkadzor, Armenia
CIS Field youth stand united at conferenceLed by Nazarene Youth International President Sasha Lyansburg-Ferns and missionary Joseph Sumi, a group of 10 youth leaders from the Commonwealth of Independent States Field organized a Nazarene Youth Conference in Tsakhkadzor, Armenia, in July. More than a hundred young people from six CIS countries — Moldova, Ukraine, Russia, Armenia, and two countries in Central Asia — gathered for worship and fellowship.
Given the (peaceful) protests in Yerevan, Armenia, prior to the conference, the tension between Russia and Ukraine, and other recent political events, one major concern was whether the youth would be able to rise above the political issues to live out their identity in Christ and spend time together in worship and fellowship. God answered the many prayers of leaders, parents, and youth, and there were no barriers.
“In these five days of the youth conference, God has reminded me that Christ has defeated the powers of this world on His cross and our God is much stronger than the one who is trying to divide us,” said Davide Cantarella, speaker at the conference and missionary on the CIS Field. “Also, I was reminded that the young generation of the Church of the Nazarene might actually be wiser beyond their years, because they understand who the enemy is and who are our brothers and sisters in faith.”
Youth from different parts of the continent used the conference to get to know one another.
“Everyone was divided into mixed-nationality groups with the purpose of meeting people from all over the region,” said Volodymyr Masyuk, Ukraine-Moldova district superintendent, “but I was amazed to see that people purposefully mixed during the lunch and dinner times, as to get to know as many people as possible, not just stay within the safety of one’s national group.”
Andrei Manakov, a group leader from Ukraine, was blessed by the conference.
“I’ve been to so many conferences and I have never felt anything like this before," he said. "I really have felt God’s Spirit present in this gathering. Especially during the group meetings, when you see people from multiple nationalities sharing how God is touching their lives and mending hearts; it is incredible. I am so glad God blessed me with this experience.”
Evelina Nem, a participant from Rostov-on-Don, Russia, left with a deeper understanding of what it means to be a Christian.
“I have been reminded that praying the prayer and becoming a Christian is only the beginning of the journey," she said. "The real task is to get to the finish line gracefully. There have been difficulties on our way and sometimes we forget about unity; we fear conflicts, troubles, and giants that are standing in front of us. But we have heard in Revelation 2:10 'Don’t quit, even if it costs you your life. Stay there believing. I have a Life-Crown sized and ready for you,' and one day, we’ll hear those long-awaited words as we stand before Him: 'Well done, good and faithful servant. Come enter your Master’s joy.'"
The conference reminded attendees that no matter what language you pray in, no matter what passport you have, no matter what country you were born in, we all belong to the kingdom of God, and He reminds each one of us that we are the citizens of His city and we’re here to learn to worship together as one body.[Church of the Nazarene Eurasia Region]
CIS Field youth stand united at conferenceLed by Nazarene Youth International President Sasha Lyansburg-Ferns and missionary Joseph Sumi, a group of 10 youth leaders from the Commonwealth of Independent States Field organized a Nazarene Youth Conference in Tsakhkadzor, Armenia, in July. More than a hundred young people from six CIS countries — Moldova, Ukraine, Russia, Armenia, and two countries in Central Asia — gathered for worship and fellowship.
Given the (peaceful) protests in Yerevan, Armenia, prior to the conference, the tension between Russia and Ukraine, and other recent political events, one major concern was whether the youth would be able to rise above the political issues to live out their identity in Christ and spend time together in worship and fellowship. God answered the many prayers of leaders, parents, and youth, and there were no barriers.
“In these five days of the youth conference, God has reminded me that Christ has defeated the powers of this world on His cross and our God is much stronger than the one who is trying to divide us,” said Davide Cantarella, speaker at the conference and missionary on the CIS Field. “Also, I was reminded that the young generation of the Church of the Nazarene might actually be wiser beyond their years, because they understand who the enemy is and who are our brothers and sisters in faith.”
Youth from different parts of the continent used the conference to get to know one another.
“Everyone was divided into mixed-nationality groups with the purpose of meeting people from all over the region,” said Volodymyr Masyuk, Ukraine-Moldova district superintendent, “but I was amazed to see that people purposefully mixed during the lunch and dinner times, as to get to know as many people as possible, not just stay within the safety of one’s national group.”
Andrei Manakov, a group leader from Ukraine, was blessed by the conference.
“I’ve been to so many conferences and I have never felt anything like this before," he said. "I really have felt God’s Spirit present in this gathering. Especially during the group meetings, when you see people from multiple nationalities sharing how God is touching their lives and mending hearts; it is incredible. I am so glad God blessed me with this experience.”
Evelina Nem, a participant from Rostov-on-Don, Russia, left with a deeper understanding of what it means to be a Christian.
“I have been reminded that praying the prayer and becoming a Christian is only the beginning of the journey," she said. "The real task is to get to the finish line gracefully. There have been difficulties on our way and sometimes we forget about unity; we fear conflicts, troubles, and giants that are standing in front of us. But we have heard in Revelation 2:10 'Don’t quit, even if it costs you your life. Stay there believing. I have a Life-Crown sized and ready for you,' and one day, we’ll hear those long-awaited words as we stand before Him: 'Well done, good and faithful servant. Come enter your Master’s joy.'"
The conference reminded attendees that no matter what language you pray in, no matter what passport you have, no matter what country you were born in, we all belong to the kingdom of God, and He reminds each one of us that we are the citizens of His city and we’re here to learn to worship together as one body.[Church of the Nazarene Eurasia Region]
Read moreKetchikan, Alaska
Barefoot pastor raises awareness, money for shoesA Ketchikan minister is going barefoot for a month in hopes of raising awareness of the need for shoes among the world’s poor.
While only part way through his month-long project, Peter Epler has gotten a feel — so to speak — for what many people deal with all the time.
Epler’s bare feet are a little weird in downtown Ketchikan. Most people here and in developed countries around the world don’t think twice about wearing shoes, beyond which pair matches which outfit.
Some places, though, there’s a shortage of affordable shoes, which can be a health and safety hazard.
“(People) walk through dirt roads, sewer systems, manure, sharp rocks,” he said. “Kids get cuts on their feet and infections because of what they walk through, so they can lose their feet or die from the infection. So, shoes tend to save lives in third-world countries.”
Epler is a pastor at Ketchikan’s Church of the Nazarene. That church and other Nazarene churches in Alaska are working together to raise money for an international charity that provides special shoes for kids in developing countries.
The group is called Because International, and the shoes they provide are made to last five years.
“They grow five sizes in five years, so roughly kindergarten through fifth grade,” he said. “And they’re working on a second pair that will take them up to ninth grade.”
And will they actually last five years?
“Yeah, they’ll last five years,” he said. “The rubber on the bottom is made from the rubber you make street tires from. And then they used high-quality leather and industrial snaps. So, these things are very sturdy. It’s multiple iterations. This is the final product they put out. They’ve been working on it for years.”
Many churches involved in the campaign are raising money through their congregations. Epler is taking it a little further in hopes of involving more community members. So, to raise awareness, he’s pledged to go without shoes for a month.
About a week into it, Epler has had some new-to-him tactile experiences.
“I’ve got a blog that I’m kind of keeping track of my own experiences: Things I’ve stepped in that you take for granted with shoes,” he said. “I’ve stepped in unidentifiable wet substances on a hot, sunny day, I’ve stepped in dog poop. I’ve stepped in gum. That was not my favorite. There was a sticky, warm quality to it that was distasteful.”
The point of going barefoot is to attract attention, and hopefully engage people in conversation. Then Epler can talk about the campaign and hand out cards with information about how to donate.
Sometimes it works. Sometimes, not so much.
“Most people give me the once-over stare, like ‘Who’s the crazy guy without the shoes?’” he said.
That was the case as Epler and I walked through downtown Ketchikan. He received a lot of furtive glances.
“Yeah, the glances go from head to toe and they kind of linger, and they look away,” he said. “I tend to wait until someone leans a little in for the conversation before I’m like, ‘Here’s the card and information.’ Because I don’t want to creep people out. It’s enough that I’m the barefoot guy.”
Epler said the campaign is, indeed, raising money, although it’s difficult to say how much in total. People in his church have given about $600, but the cards he’s handing out direct people to not only the church’s Web page, but also to Because International’s main site. He said that’s a way to reach more people.
“Some folks might not be religious and might not feel comfortable donating through a church and that’s fine,” he said. “They can still go to theshoesthatgrow.org and donate. “
Epler isn’t the only one going barefoot for the cause. He said a few other people in his church — adults and kids — are spreading the word, too.
“I think kids are the key to this,” he said. “They can relate very much to other kids and they have this unashamed ability to buy into an idea and advertise it quite well, because they’re bolder. They can do a lot of good. Kids can make a lot of difference. And because this project is for kids, I think getting kids involved is the best way to go.”
With several weeks left in the campaign, Epler predicts his feet will become sturdier. And, so far, it’s not been a bad experience.
“I’m feeling more connected to the world around me, which I didn’t expect: sticky things, smooth things, soft things, temperature changes, from going inside to outside. These are things I was completely unaware of before,” he said.
So, Epler’s barefoot campaign is raising a different kind of awareness for himself, along with helping the public learn more about a global need.
Here are links to the Ketchikan Church of the Nazarene campaign, Epler’s blog, and Because International.[Republished with permission from KRBD]
Barefoot pastor raises awareness, money for shoesA Ketchikan minister is going barefoot for a month in hopes of raising awareness of the need for shoes among the world’s poor.
While only part way through his month-long project, Peter Epler has gotten a feel — so to speak — for what many people deal with all the time.
Epler’s bare feet are a little weird in downtown Ketchikan. Most people here and in developed countries around the world don’t think twice about wearing shoes, beyond which pair matches which outfit.
Some places, though, there’s a shortage of affordable shoes, which can be a health and safety hazard.
“(People) walk through dirt roads, sewer systems, manure, sharp rocks,” he said. “Kids get cuts on their feet and infections because of what they walk through, so they can lose their feet or die from the infection. So, shoes tend to save lives in third-world countries.”
Epler is a pastor at Ketchikan’s Church of the Nazarene. That church and other Nazarene churches in Alaska are working together to raise money for an international charity that provides special shoes for kids in developing countries.
The group is called Because International, and the shoes they provide are made to last five years.
“They grow five sizes in five years, so roughly kindergarten through fifth grade,” he said. “And they’re working on a second pair that will take them up to ninth grade.”
And will they actually last five years?
“Yeah, they’ll last five years,” he said. “The rubber on the bottom is made from the rubber you make street tires from. And then they used high-quality leather and industrial snaps. So, these things are very sturdy. It’s multiple iterations. This is the final product they put out. They’ve been working on it for years.”
Many churches involved in the campaign are raising money through their congregations. Epler is taking it a little further in hopes of involving more community members. So, to raise awareness, he’s pledged to go without shoes for a month.
About a week into it, Epler has had some new-to-him tactile experiences.
“I’ve got a blog that I’m kind of keeping track of my own experiences: Things I’ve stepped in that you take for granted with shoes,” he said. “I’ve stepped in unidentifiable wet substances on a hot, sunny day, I’ve stepped in dog poop. I’ve stepped in gum. That was not my favorite. There was a sticky, warm quality to it that was distasteful.”
The point of going barefoot is to attract attention, and hopefully engage people in conversation. Then Epler can talk about the campaign and hand out cards with information about how to donate.
Sometimes it works. Sometimes, not so much.
“Most people give me the once-over stare, like ‘Who’s the crazy guy without the shoes?’” he said.
That was the case as Epler and I walked through downtown Ketchikan. He received a lot of furtive glances.
“Yeah, the glances go from head to toe and they kind of linger, and they look away,” he said. “I tend to wait until someone leans a little in for the conversation before I’m like, ‘Here’s the card and information.’ Because I don’t want to creep people out. It’s enough that I’m the barefoot guy.”
Epler said the campaign is, indeed, raising money, although it’s difficult to say how much in total. People in his church have given about $600, but the cards he’s handing out direct people to not only the church’s Web page, but also to Because International’s main site. He said that’s a way to reach more people.
“Some folks might not be religious and might not feel comfortable donating through a church and that’s fine,” he said. “They can still go to theshoesthatgrow.org and donate. “
Epler isn’t the only one going barefoot for the cause. He said a few other people in his church — adults and kids — are spreading the word, too.
“I think kids are the key to this,” he said. “They can relate very much to other kids and they have this unashamed ability to buy into an idea and advertise it quite well, because they’re bolder. They can do a lot of good. Kids can make a lot of difference. And because this project is for kids, I think getting kids involved is the best way to go.”
With several weeks left in the campaign, Epler predicts his feet will become sturdier. And, so far, it’s not been a bad experience.
“I’m feeling more connected to the world around me, which I didn’t expect: sticky things, smooth things, soft things, temperature changes, from going inside to outside. These are things I was completely unaware of before,” he said.
So, Epler’s barefoot campaign is raising a different kind of awareness for himself, along with helping the public learn more about a global need.
Here are links to the Ketchikan Church of the Nazarene campaign, Epler’s blog, and Because International.[Republished with permission from KRBD]
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Panama Central District establishes first church in indigenous area
Guna de Wargandí, Panama
Fuente de Vida Church of the Nazarene, the first Nazarene church in the Guna de Wargandí indigenous area, was established June 28.
With great joy, Panama Central District Superintendent Carlos de la Cruz guided congregations and members from other district churches to the opening of the church and the dedication of a dining room. Afterwards, Fuente de Vida Pastor Abel Lopez Oller continued the celebration in the sanctuary.
The highest authority of the area, the saila, gave words of appreciation to the superintendent for this new church in the community. After seeing the interest in helping the people, he approved the church's use of the site.
Those assembled at the event praised the Lord in Spanish and Guna, the local language. de la Cruz then brought the message to the people, translated by Brother Palestino. The message emphasized the love of God for all, and de la Cruz also prayed for the sick.[Church of the Nazarene Mesoamerica Region]
Panama Central District establishes first church in indigenous area
Guna de Wargandí, Panama
Fuente de Vida Church of the Nazarene, the first Nazarene church in the Guna de Wargandí indigenous area, was established June 28.
With great joy, Panama Central District Superintendent Carlos de la Cruz guided congregations and members from other district churches to the opening of the church and the dedication of a dining room. Afterwards, Fuente de Vida Pastor Abel Lopez Oller continued the celebration in the sanctuary.
The highest authority of the area, the saila, gave words of appreciation to the superintendent for this new church in the community. After seeing the interest in helping the people, he approved the church's use of the site.
Those assembled at the event praised the Lord in Spanish and Guna, the local language. de la Cruz then brought the message to the people, translated by Brother Palestino. The message emphasized the love of God for all, and de la Cruz also prayed for the sick.[Church of the Nazarene Mesoamerica Region]
Read more Bourbonnais, Illinois
Olivet appoints new vice presidentCarol Maxson is the new vice president for Academic Affairs at Olivet Nazarene University.
Olivet President John C. Bowling announced Maxson’s appointment, noting that her role on the administrative team is to be chiefly responsible for overseeing the university’s educational policies and programs. She succeeds Dennis Crocker, who recently took on the role of special assistant to the president for Academic Resource Development.
A longtime member of the Olivet community, Maxson most recently served as Olivet’s associate vice president for Academic Support. She is already working closely with faculty and the administrative team to execute recent adjustments in Olivet’s academic offerings and further refine the university’s academic identity.
“With more than 25 years experience in higher education, Maxson is well-qualified and well-suited for this new assignment at this time in the university’s history,” Bowling said. “Her influence as a Christian leader will continue to have a positive impact on the present and future of Olivet and our students.”
Maxson began her career as assistant to the registrar and an instructor for the departments of Education and Psychology at Olivet in 1988. Over a 19-year period, while continuing her own education, she advanced to the position of dean for Graduate and Continuing Studies. From 2007 to 2014, she held an administrative leadership position at Trevecca Nazarene University. Then in 2014, she returned to a leadership position at Olivet.
In 2004, she was named Faculty Member of the Year at Olivet. Maxson was the commencement speaker at Trevecca in 2010.
Maxson holds a bachelor’s and a master’s degree from Olivet, and a doctorate from Nova Southeastern University. Her areas of expertise include leadership, program development, curriculum development, and systemic change. She is also an experienced consultant for learning styles, team building, and intrapersonal and interpersonal leadership.
“Coming home to Olivet in 2014 was one of the greatest blessings of my life,” Maxson said. “This appointment is adding to that blessing in ways I never would have imagined. I’m excited to see what God has in store for Olivet and to be instrumental in working out that plan. Having the opportunity to use my gifts and skills to benefit Olivet at this time in the university’s history is an assignment I gladly accept.”
A resident of Bourbonnais, Maxson is the mother of three adult sons who graduated from Olivet: Chad, who joined Olivet’s staff in 2015 as the associate dean of the School of Graduate and Continuing Studies; Jayson, a member of the Microsoft team in Seattle; and Chip, general manager for the Sacramento River Cats, the Triple-A minor league baseball affiliate of the San Francisco Giants.[Olivet Nazarene University]
Olivet appoints new vice presidentCarol Maxson is the new vice president for Academic Affairs at Olivet Nazarene University.
Olivet President John C. Bowling announced Maxson’s appointment, noting that her role on the administrative team is to be chiefly responsible for overseeing the university’s educational policies and programs. She succeeds Dennis Crocker, who recently took on the role of special assistant to the president for Academic Resource Development.
A longtime member of the Olivet community, Maxson most recently served as Olivet’s associate vice president for Academic Support. She is already working closely with faculty and the administrative team to execute recent adjustments in Olivet’s academic offerings and further refine the university’s academic identity.
“With more than 25 years experience in higher education, Maxson is well-qualified and well-suited for this new assignment at this time in the university’s history,” Bowling said. “Her influence as a Christian leader will continue to have a positive impact on the present and future of Olivet and our students.”
Maxson began her career as assistant to the registrar and an instructor for the departments of Education and Psychology at Olivet in 1988. Over a 19-year period, while continuing her own education, she advanced to the position of dean for Graduate and Continuing Studies. From 2007 to 2014, she held an administrative leadership position at Trevecca Nazarene University. Then in 2014, she returned to a leadership position at Olivet.
In 2004, she was named Faculty Member of the Year at Olivet. Maxson was the commencement speaker at Trevecca in 2010.
Maxson holds a bachelor’s and a master’s degree from Olivet, and a doctorate from Nova Southeastern University. Her areas of expertise include leadership, program development, curriculum development, and systemic change. She is also an experienced consultant for learning styles, team building, and intrapersonal and interpersonal leadership.
“Coming home to Olivet in 2014 was one of the greatest blessings of my life,” Maxson said. “This appointment is adding to that blessing in ways I never would have imagined. I’m excited to see what God has in store for Olivet and to be instrumental in working out that plan. Having the opportunity to use my gifts and skills to benefit Olivet at this time in the university’s history is an assignment I gladly accept.”
A resident of Bourbonnais, Maxson is the mother of three adult sons who graduated from Olivet: Chad, who joined Olivet’s staff in 2015 as the associate dean of the School of Graduate and Continuing Studies; Jayson, a member of the Microsoft team in Seattle; and Chip, general manager for the Sacramento River Cats, the Triple-A minor league baseball affiliate of the San Francisco Giants.[Olivet Nazarene University]
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South Asia FSC to undergo surgery for cancerSouth Asia Field Strategy Coordinator David Phillips was diagnosed with colon cancer this week in Bangkok, Thailand.
The tumor was discovered during a regular check-up. The cancer does not appear to have spread throughout his body.
"Please pray for David and [his wife,] Naomi as they finish up some work this week and prepare for surgery, which will take place this coming Sunday, July 26, in Bangkok," said Todd Aebischer, Asia-Pacific regional communications coordinator.[Church of the Nazarene Asia-Pacific Region]
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South Asia FSC to undergo surgery for cancerSouth Asia Field Strategy Coordinator David Phillips was diagnosed with colon cancer this week in Bangkok, Thailand.
The tumor was discovered during a regular check-up. The cancer does not appear to have spread throughout his body.
"Please pray for David and [his wife,] Naomi as they finish up some work this week and prepare for surgery, which will take place this coming Sunday, July 26, in Bangkok," said Todd Aebischer, Asia-Pacific regional communications coordinator.[Church of the Nazarene Asia-Pacific Region]
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Mesoamerica
Flags of the Nations: BelizeThe flag is royal blue with a white disc at the center containing the national coat of arms held by a mestizo and a black man surrounded by 50 mahogany leaves. The flag is bordered at top and bottom by two red stripes. The colors on the flag are respectively those of the country's national parties, the People's United Party and United Democratic Party. The 50 leaves recall 1950, the year PUP came to power.
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: Belize
The Church of the Nazarene officially entered Belize in 1934.
Belize had a population of 340,844 in 2014. That same year, Belize reported 58 Churches of the Nazarene, all of which are officially organized. Belize has 3,287 total members.
Belize is a Phase 3 district on the Mesoamerica Region. For more information about the Mesoamerica Region, visit mesoamericaregion.org.
* = 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.
Mesoamerica
Flags of the Nations: BelizeThe flag is royal blue with a white disc at the center containing the national coat of arms held by a mestizo and a black man surrounded by 50 mahogany leaves. The flag is bordered at top and bottom by two red stripes. The colors on the flag are respectively those of the country's national parties, the People's United Party and United Democratic Party. The 50 leaves recall 1950, the year PUP came to power.
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: Belize
The Church of the Nazarene officially entered Belize in 1934.
Belize had a population of 340,844 in 2014. That same year, Belize reported 58 Churches of the Nazarene, all of which are officially organized. Belize has 3,287 total members.
Belize is a Phase 3 district on the Mesoamerica Region. For more information about the Mesoamerica Region, visit mesoamericaregion.org.
* = 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.
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USA/Canada
Haitian Nazarenes gather for annual convention
Brooklyn, New York
Haitian pastors and lay leaders across the USA/Canada Region met in Brooklyn, New York, at New Jerusalem Church of the Nazarene from July 16 to 19 with a desire to be better equipped to share the good news of Jesus Christ.
Given the decline in membership among Protestants, there was a sense of urgency at the conference to acknowledge this trend and develop strategy to share with greater effectiveness the reality that Christ is the Savior and King for all. The morning and evening sessions were geared to uplift, inspire, motivate, and educate attendees about the new realities Christians face and how they can be salt and light in the world.
The annual conference is sponsored by the denomination's USA/Canada Haitian Ministries. Special speakers Metro New York District Superintendent Art Alexander, Florida District Superintendent Emeritus David Nixon, and Southern Florida District Superintendent Brian Wilson reminded attendees of the core value as people of God and challenged participants to allow the Holy Spirit to use them to reach out to the world with the message of hope and love. The speakers also encouraged them to do whatever it takes to reach out and remain connected with next generation in order to retransmit their faith.
“In my first year as DS of the Southern Florida District, I was privileged to be invited to be part of the preaching team for the conference, along with my predecessor, Dr. David Nixon, and Dr. Art Alexander, DS of Metro New York," Wilson said. "It is amazing how God weaved together into a beautiful tapestry the messages and teachings prepared around the theme of "Equip to Proclaim." A highlight for me was the emphasis on holiness and the passing of the baton of church leadership to the next generation. The Haitian Nazarene church in the USA/Canada is being intentional in designing the life of the church in an inclusive fashion that allows for full participation by the younger generations, and this conference gave those generations tacit permission to lead the church into her future. Our worship this week in multiple languages, multiple music styles and worship elements, and platform presence by all age groups gave evidence of that commitment. The future of the church is bright among our Haitian congregations."
Haitian Ministries Facilitator Pascal Permis reminded each pastor and leader of Vision 2020, which includes planting 50 new churches and recruiting and developing competent, mission-minded, spirit-filled leaders with the purpose of making Christlike disciples in the nations.
Permis further stated his willingness to work with the USA/Canada Region's Multicultural Ministries Office, district superintendents, Haitian Ministries Strategic Readiness Team members, associations of pastors on various districts, French/Creole professors, English training centers, and pastors of local congregations and interested students in order to put into place intentional leadership development and training for French/Creole Haitian leaders in the U.S. and Canada. Permis also reported that many French/Creole books are available through Casa Nazarena de Publicaciones and on the Wesleyan-Holiness Digital Library.
Gratitude was expressed to all that participated as speakers or presenters — Dumerzier Charles, Lionel Latouche, Rebecca Antoine, Alexander, Wilson, Nixon, Nazarene Missions International representative Carla Lovett, and Tammy Condon of the Wesleyan-Holiness Digital Library.
Nixon expressed the importance to be leaders who are “unashamedly devoted to Jesus, who exude qualities of grace, peacefulness, joy, wisdom, encouragement, and unconditional love.”[Church of the Nazarene Multicultural Ministries]
USA/Canada
Haitian Nazarenes gather for annual convention
Brooklyn, New York
Haitian pastors and lay leaders across the USA/Canada Region met in Brooklyn, New York, at New Jerusalem Church of the Nazarene from July 16 to 19 with a desire to be better equipped to share the good news of Jesus Christ.
Given the decline in membership among Protestants, there was a sense of urgency at the conference to acknowledge this trend and develop strategy to share with greater effectiveness the reality that Christ is the Savior and King for all. The morning and evening sessions were geared to uplift, inspire, motivate, and educate attendees about the new realities Christians face and how they can be salt and light in the world.
The annual conference is sponsored by the denomination's USA/Canada Haitian Ministries. Special speakers Metro New York District Superintendent Art Alexander, Florida District Superintendent Emeritus David Nixon, and Southern Florida District Superintendent Brian Wilson reminded attendees of the core value as people of God and challenged participants to allow the Holy Spirit to use them to reach out to the world with the message of hope and love. The speakers also encouraged them to do whatever it takes to reach out and remain connected with next generation in order to retransmit their faith.
“In my first year as DS of the Southern Florida District, I was privileged to be invited to be part of the preaching team for the conference, along with my predecessor, Dr. David Nixon, and Dr. Art Alexander, DS of Metro New York," Wilson said. "It is amazing how God weaved together into a beautiful tapestry the messages and teachings prepared around the theme of "Equip to Proclaim." A highlight for me was the emphasis on holiness and the passing of the baton of church leadership to the next generation. The Haitian Nazarene church in the USA/Canada is being intentional in designing the life of the church in an inclusive fashion that allows for full participation by the younger generations, and this conference gave those generations tacit permission to lead the church into her future. Our worship this week in multiple languages, multiple music styles and worship elements, and platform presence by all age groups gave evidence of that commitment. The future of the church is bright among our Haitian congregations."
Haitian Ministries Facilitator Pascal Permis reminded each pastor and leader of Vision 2020, which includes planting 50 new churches and recruiting and developing competent, mission-minded, spirit-filled leaders with the purpose of making Christlike disciples in the nations.
Permis further stated his willingness to work with the USA/Canada Region's Multicultural Ministries Office, district superintendents, Haitian Ministries Strategic Readiness Team members, associations of pastors on various districts, French/Creole professors, English training centers, and pastors of local congregations and interested students in order to put into place intentional leadership development and training for French/Creole Haitian leaders in the U.S. and Canada. Permis also reported that many French/Creole books are available through Casa Nazarena de Publicaciones and on the Wesleyan-Holiness Digital Library.
Gratitude was expressed to all that participated as speakers or presenters — Dumerzier Charles, Lionel Latouche, Rebecca Antoine, Alexander, Wilson, Nixon, Nazarene Missions International representative Carla Lovett, and Tammy Condon of the Wesleyan-Holiness Digital Library.
Nixon expressed the importance to be leaders who are “unashamedly devoted to Jesus, who exude qualities of grace, peacefulness, joy, wisdom, encouragement, and unconditional love.”[Church of the Nazarene Multicultural Ministries]
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Mount Vernon, Ohio
MVNU Center for Student Success fully funded by donors, Title III grantMount Vernon Nazarene University announced the complete funding of one portion of the two-year comprehensive campaign, I Will: The Campaign for MVNU. Through the sacrificial giving of donors and a portion of the Title III grant received by the university, MVNU has accomplished the $350,000 goal to begin the Center for Student Success.
The MVNU Board of Trustees pledged almost $110,000 toward the Center for Student Success. The trustees are a group of district superintendents, pastors, and laypersons from each district of the Church of the Nazarene's East Central Region who share a loyalty for and commitment to MVNU. The East Central Region Nazarene Youth International president and representatives from the MVNU Alumni Association are also members of the Board. The trustees’ assistance with funds has been instrumental to the progress of the Center for Student Success.
The university was also awarded a Title III Strengthening Institutions Program grant from the U. S. Department of Education. A portion of this grant, titled “Improving Baccalaureate Success and Completion,” will assist MVNU in the design and implementation of its student success center initiative. As students prepare for their future, the Center for Student Success will be a central location for career advising and leadership development, as well as other facets of the MVNU mission to equip students with the tools necessary for success.
MVNU is currently in a two-year campaign to raise $11 million to support STEM programs, the tennis program, the Center for Student Success, endowed scholarships, and annual sustainability efforts.[Mount Vernon Nazarene University]
Mount Vernon, OhioMVNU Center for Student Success fully funded by donors, Title III grantMount Vernon Nazarene University announced the complete funding of one portion of the two-year comprehensive campaign, I Will: The Campaign for MVNU. Through the sacrificial giving of donors and a portion of the Title III grant received by the university, MVNU has accomplished the $350,000 goal to begin the Center for Student Success.
The MVNU Board of Trustees pledged almost $110,000 toward the Center for Student Success. The trustees are a group of district superintendents, pastors, and laypersons from each district of the Church of the Nazarene's East Central Region who share a loyalty for and commitment to MVNU. The East Central Region Nazarene Youth International president and representatives from the MVNU Alumni Association are also members of the Board. The trustees’ assistance with funds has been instrumental to the progress of the Center for Student Success.
The university was also awarded a Title III Strengthening Institutions Program grant from the U. S. Department of Education. A portion of this grant, titled “Improving Baccalaureate Success and Completion,” will assist MVNU in the design and implementation of its student success center initiative. As students prepare for their future, the Center for Student Success will be a central location for career advising and leadership development, as well as other facets of the MVNU mission to equip students with the tools necessary for success.
MVNU is currently in a two-year campaign to raise $11 million to support STEM programs, the tennis program, the Center for Student Success, endowed scholarships, and annual sustainability efforts.[Mount Vernon Nazarene University]
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San Diego, California
PLNU welcomes Special Olympic athletes
Point Loma Nazarene University welcomed 177 athletes and delegates this week to its San Diego campus in conjunction with the Special Olympics World Games Los Angeles 2015 (LA2015), which begins on July 25.
In advance of Saturday’s Opening Ceremonies, more than 7,000 athletes from 177 countries were welcomed to Southern California through the Host Town program. One hundred communities were selected as an official Host Town, including seven in San Diego County. The San Diego Point Loma Host Town, under the leadership of PLNU Professor Jim Johnson and San Diego Trust Bank Founder Michael Perry, welcomed athletes from Albania, Burkina Faso, and Finland for three days to prepare for the games. The university, through private fundraising, will provide housing, meals, and entertainment.
“PLNU has a long history of support for our local Special Olympics athletes, and we consider it an honor to host each athlete, as they remind us what true courage, joy, and determination looks like,” said Bob Brower, PLNU president. "For the past 22 years, the Special Olympics Regional Track Meet has taken place on the track at PLNU, making the university a natural partner for the LA2015 Host Town program."
During the athletes’ time on campus, PLNU will provide a variety of host services, from meals and lodging to volunteer buddies for athletes while on and off campus. Multiple San Diego Host Towns met July 22 for an afternoon at the San Diego Zoo, which was followed by a welcome dinner on PLNU’s campus for the San Diego Point Loma Host Town. Wednesday’s dinner celebration featured a welcome from the city of San Diego and sponsor recognition, while allowing athletes and Host Town supporters the opportunity to visit with one another.
Festivities culminate in a night with the San Diego Padres for all 1,500 athletes and sponsors in the seven San Diego Host Town delegations on Thursday as the Padres take on the Miami Marlins. Athletes and sponsors will be on hand to throw out honorary first pitches along with a parade of athletes during the pre-game ceremony as the entire community celebrates the inclusion and spirit of LA2015.
Athletes will depart from PLNU on Friday morning to continue their journey north in time for Saturday’s Opening Ceremony. For more information on LA2015 and the Host Town program, visit the LA2015 website. [Point Loma Nazarene University]
San Diego, California
PLNU welcomes Special Olympic athletes
Point Loma Nazarene University welcomed 177 athletes and delegates this week to its San Diego campus in conjunction with the Special Olympics World Games Los Angeles 2015 (LA2015), which begins on July 25.
In advance of Saturday’s Opening Ceremonies, more than 7,000 athletes from 177 countries were welcomed to Southern California through the Host Town program. One hundred communities were selected as an official Host Town, including seven in San Diego County. The San Diego Point Loma Host Town, under the leadership of PLNU Professor Jim Johnson and San Diego Trust Bank Founder Michael Perry, welcomed athletes from Albania, Burkina Faso, and Finland for three days to prepare for the games. The university, through private fundraising, will provide housing, meals, and entertainment.
“PLNU has a long history of support for our local Special Olympics athletes, and we consider it an honor to host each athlete, as they remind us what true courage, joy, and determination looks like,” said Bob Brower, PLNU president. "For the past 22 years, the Special Olympics Regional Track Meet has taken place on the track at PLNU, making the university a natural partner for the LA2015 Host Town program."
During the athletes’ time on campus, PLNU will provide a variety of host services, from meals and lodging to volunteer buddies for athletes while on and off campus. Multiple San Diego Host Towns met July 22 for an afternoon at the San Diego Zoo, which was followed by a welcome dinner on PLNU’s campus for the San Diego Point Loma Host Town. Wednesday’s dinner celebration featured a welcome from the city of San Diego and sponsor recognition, while allowing athletes and Host Town supporters the opportunity to visit with one another.
Festivities culminate in a night with the San Diego Padres for all 1,500 athletes and sponsors in the seven San Diego Host Town delegations on Thursday as the Padres take on the Miami Marlins. Athletes and sponsors will be on hand to throw out honorary first pitches along with a parade of athletes during the pre-game ceremony as the entire community celebrates the inclusion and spirit of LA2015.
Athletes will depart from PLNU on Friday morning to continue their journey north in time for Saturday’s Opening Ceremony. For more information on LA2015 and the Host Town program, visit the LA2015 website. [Point Loma Nazarene University]
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SNU names Costa Rica research buildings after 2 couplesThe Quanstrom House
Southern Nazarene University recently honored two couples by naming facilities at the university's Costa Rica Cloud Forest Research Project after them. Leo Finkenbinder and Wally Quanstrom and their spouses have been key figures in this 35-year effort to conserve a high altitude primary forest habitat for the Quetzal bird and other rare animals and plants.
Leo and Zana Finkenbinder with Mr. and Mrs. Charon
In the early 1980s, Finkenbinder and his wife, Zana, pioneered the development of an area 60 miles south of Costa Rica's capital, San Jose. The field station contains housing for visitors, students, and faculty, as well as laboratory space. The facility is named the Leo and Zana Finkenbinder Hall, and originally opened in 2001.
In addition, Don Ephraim and Caridad Chacon, the pioneer family in this remote valley, dedicated one of the most-traveled high mountain trails to the Finkenbinders. There were many Chacon family members present to honor this couple, who have been key players in the development of ecotourism in the valley.
Nearby, a two-story house with living and hospitality quarters for guests and researchers was named for Wally and Fay Quanstrom, the lead donors for the purchase of the facility. Ceremonies were held at both facilities on July 19 in the Rio Savegre Valley. Students, faculty, and visiting researchers from around the world, as well as residents of the valley, have benefited from the pristine ecological conditions in which to conduct primary research.--Southern Nazarene University]
SNU names Costa Rica research buildings after 2 couplesThe Quanstrom House
Southern Nazarene University recently honored two couples by naming facilities at the university's Costa Rica Cloud Forest Research Project after them. Leo Finkenbinder and Wally Quanstrom and their spouses have been key figures in this 35-year effort to conserve a high altitude primary forest habitat for the Quetzal bird and other rare animals and plants.
Leo and Zana Finkenbinder with Mr. and Mrs. Charon
In the early 1980s, Finkenbinder and his wife, Zana, pioneered the development of an area 60 miles south of Costa Rica's capital, San Jose. The field station contains housing for visitors, students, and faculty, as well as laboratory space. The facility is named the Leo and Zana Finkenbinder Hall, and originally opened in 2001.
In addition, Don Ephraim and Caridad Chacon, the pioneer family in this remote valley, dedicated one of the most-traveled high mountain trails to the Finkenbinders. There were many Chacon family members present to honor this couple, who have been key players in the development of ecotourism in the valley.
Nearby, a two-story house with living and hospitality quarters for guests and researchers was named for Wally and Fay Quanstrom, the lead donors for the purchase of the facility. Ceremonies were held at both facilities on July 19 in the Rio Savegre Valley. Students, faculty, and visiting researchers from around the world, as well as residents of the valley, have benefited from the pristine ecological conditions in which to conduct primary research.--Southern Nazarene University]
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In MemoriamThe following is a weekly listing of Nazarene ministers and leaders who recently went home to be with the Lord. Notices were received July 20-24, 2015.
Glenn Baun, 92, of Nashville, Tennessee, passed away July 16. He was a retired minister, serving in Virginia, New York, and Tennessee. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Lena Miller, and is survived by his second wife, Sarah Baun.
Betty (Chambliss) Ferguson, 80, of Beebe, Arkansas, passed away July 17. She was the wife of retired minister Billy Ferguson, who served in Texas and Arkansas.
Myra Johnson, 94, of Chandler, Arizona, passed away July 3. She was the widow of minister Moody Johnson, who passed away in 1974.
Seymour Levin, 83, of Toms River, New Jersey, passed away July 15. He was a retired chaplain, serving in Pennsylvania. He is survived by his wife, Lynn Levin.
Doris Littrell-Condon, 90, of Solana Beach, California, passed away July 20. She was the widow of retired minister and evangelist Richard Littrell, who served in Oklahoma, Texas, Oregon, Arizona, and California. Doris was also preceded in death by her second husband, retired minister and evangelist Robert Condon, who served in Indiana, Saskatchewan, British Columbia, California, Washington, Idaho, and Minnesota. Richard Littrell passed away in 1992 and Robert Condon passed away in 2006.
Helen (Avery) Richburg, 79, of Fouke, Arkansas, passed away July 20. She was the widow of retired minister Bob Richburg, who served in Arkansas. Bob Richburg passed away in 1996. Helen Richburg is survived by her husband, Larry Harville.
Lilly Thrasher, 75, of New Castle, Indiana, passed away July 5. She was the widow of minister and evangelist Harmon O. Thrasher, who served in Indiana and Florida. He passed away in March 2015.
Luna Watson, 99, of Yukon, Oklahoma, passed away July 22. She was the widow of retired minister and evangelist Loy Watson, who served in Oklahoma, Texas, and Missouri. Loy Watson passed away in 2005.
David Wingo Sr., 91, of Port Orchard, Washington, passed away July 5. David Wingo Sr. was a longtime member of Bremerton, Washington, Church of the Nazarene, where he served as an usher for more than 40 years. He is survived by his wife, Ina Wingo.
For previous editions of In Memoriam, see the "Passings" section 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 online obituaries, and/or guest books (if available). To submit an entry of a minister or church leader, send to news@nazarene.org.--Compiled by NCN News]
In MemoriamThe following is a weekly listing of Nazarene ministers and leaders who recently went home to be with the Lord. Notices were received July 20-24, 2015.
Glenn Baun, 92, of Nashville, Tennessee, passed away July 16. He was a retired minister, serving in Virginia, New York, and Tennessee. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Lena Miller, and is survived by his second wife, Sarah Baun.
Betty (Chambliss) Ferguson, 80, of Beebe, Arkansas, passed away July 17. She was the wife of retired minister Billy Ferguson, who served in Texas and Arkansas.
Myra Johnson, 94, of Chandler, Arizona, passed away July 3. She was the widow of minister Moody Johnson, who passed away in 1974.
Seymour Levin, 83, of Toms River, New Jersey, passed away July 15. He was a retired chaplain, serving in Pennsylvania. He is survived by his wife, Lynn Levin.
Doris Littrell-Condon, 90, of Solana Beach, California, passed away July 20. She was the widow of retired minister and evangelist Richard Littrell, who served in Oklahoma, Texas, Oregon, Arizona, and California. Doris was also preceded in death by her second husband, retired minister and evangelist Robert Condon, who served in Indiana, Saskatchewan, British Columbia, California, Washington, Idaho, and Minnesota. Richard Littrell passed away in 1992 and Robert Condon passed away in 2006.
Helen (Avery) Richburg, 79, of Fouke, Arkansas, passed away July 20. She was the widow of retired minister Bob Richburg, who served in Arkansas. Bob Richburg passed away in 1996. Helen Richburg is survived by her husband, Larry Harville.
Lilly Thrasher, 75, of New Castle, Indiana, passed away July 5. She was the widow of minister and evangelist Harmon O. Thrasher, who served in Indiana and Florida. He passed away in March 2015.
Luna Watson, 99, of Yukon, Oklahoma, passed away July 22. She was the widow of retired minister and evangelist Loy Watson, who served in Oklahoma, Texas, and Missouri. Loy Watson passed away in 2005.
David Wingo Sr., 91, of Port Orchard, Washington, passed away July 5. David Wingo Sr. was a longtime member of Bremerton, Washington, Church of the Nazarene, where he served as an usher for more than 40 years. He is survived by his wife, Ina Wingo.
For previous editions of In Memoriam, see the "Passings" section 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 online obituaries, and/or guest books (if available). To submit an entry of a minister or church leader, send to news@nazarene.org.--Compiled by NCN News]
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Human Resources
GMC employment opportunitiesPeople are our most valued resource. Our committed employees are involved in "Making Christlike Disciples in the Nations" in 159 world areas.
The Global Ministry Center Human Resources Office professionals strive to deliver the highest possible service to our employees, and are responsible for the recruitment, placement and retention of qualified individuals to staff the ministry and administrative positions of the GMC. The many employee services include compensation and benefit administration, payroll, employment, employee relations, training, counseling, organizational communication and events, and workplace programs.
*Volunteer opportunities for GMC ministries are available now. Email bsikes@nazarene.org for details.
Employment Opportunities
Information Technology — Software Developer (Full-time)
Office: General Secretary's Office
Ministry: Information Technology
Title: Software Developer
Description: Responsibilities for this position include facilitating the ministry of the Global Ministry Center through the analysis, design, implementation, and support of software solutions. (Full-time position)
Global Mission Personnel — Temporary (Full-time)
Office: Global Mission
Ministry: Global Mission Personnel
Title: Temporary
Description: Responsibilities for this position include assisting with administration of missionaries and volunteers, research projects, and assisting Mobilization with various tasks relating to application, screening, and training of volunteers and/or candidates. (Full-time position)
Nazarene Compassionate Ministries — Child Sponorship Administrative Assistant (Part-time temporary)
Office: Global Mission
Ministry: Nazarene Compassionate Ministries
Title: Child Sponsorship Administrative Assistant
Description: Responsibilities for this position include processing child sponsorship mail, sponsorships, NCM mailings, and child sponsorship packets. (Temporary, 20 hrs/wk)
Nazarene Compassionate Ministries — Child Sponsorship Field Specialist (Full-time temporary)
Office: Global Mission
Ministry: Nazarene Compassionate Ministries
Title: Child Sponsorship Field Specialist
Description: Responsibilities for this position include processing letters for child sponsorship, generating child sponsorship reports, and dealing with daily duties involving online databases and reports.
Nazarene Compassionate Ministries — Computer Programming Coordinator (Full-time)
Office: Global Mission
Ministry: Nazarene Compassionate Ministries
Title: Computer Programming Coordinator
Description: Responsibilities for this position include leading NCM's development team in developing and maintaining NCM's Web applications, systems, and websites. (Full-time position)
Nazarene Compassionate Ministries — Donor Strategist (Full-time)
Office: Global Mission
Ministry: Nazarene Compassionate Ministries
Title: Donor Strategist
Description: Responsibilities for this position include managing the research, design, content, and production of NCM materials for information, promotion, and education, including donor/sponsor cultivation and communication. (Full-time position)
Nazarene Compassionate Ministries — Donor Relations Administrative Assistant (Full-time temporary)
Office: Global Mission
Ministry: Nazarene Compassionate Ministries
Title: Donor Relations Administrative Assistant
Description: Responsibilities for this position include processing child sponsorship mail, sponsorships, process monies, email/mail profiles and statements, child sponsorship reports, and donor service issues. (Full-time temporary)
Pensions and Benefits — Administrative Assistant (Full-time)
Office: Financial Services
Ministry: Pensions and Benefits
Title: Administrative Assistant
Description: Responsibilities for this position include leading/managing special and cyclical projects primarily within the Benefits Services Area (BSA), providing administrative assistance to the administrative director and other staff-level positions, coordinating the education/training priorities of internal staff as well as plan participants, ensuring that the appropriate resources and support are provided to complete assigned projects, and processing customer service inquiries as needed. (Full-time position)
To obtain additional information, please call 913-577-0500 and ask for Human Resources.
Location of our Positions
The GMC is the administrative hub for the Church of the Nazarene denominational ministries in 159 world areas. The GMC is conveniently located in Lenexa, Kansas, with easy access to I-35 and I-435 and within short driving distance to Kansas City International airport. All GMC positions report to this location.
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. Resumés are not necessary for entry-level positions, but they are preferred for professional level positions.
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 U.S. Central Time. Completed applications may be mailed or emailed to the attention of the Human Resources Office.
Human Resources
GMC employment opportunitiesPeople are our most valued resource. Our committed employees are involved in "Making Christlike Disciples in the Nations" in 159 world areas.
The Global Ministry Center Human Resources Office professionals strive to deliver the highest possible service to our employees, and are responsible for the recruitment, placement and retention of qualified individuals to staff the ministry and administrative positions of the GMC. The many employee services include compensation and benefit administration, payroll, employment, employee relations, training, counseling, organizational communication and events, and workplace programs.
*Volunteer opportunities for GMC ministries are available now. Email bsikes@nazarene.org for details.
Employment Opportunities
Information Technology — Software Developer (Full-time)
Office: General Secretary's Office
Ministry: Information Technology
Title: Software Developer
Description: Responsibilities for this position include facilitating the ministry of the Global Ministry Center through the analysis, design, implementation, and support of software solutions. (Full-time position)
Global Mission Personnel — Temporary (Full-time)
Office: Global Mission
Ministry: Global Mission Personnel
Title: Temporary
Description: Responsibilities for this position include assisting with administration of missionaries and volunteers, research projects, and assisting Mobilization with various tasks relating to application, screening, and training of volunteers and/or candidates. (Full-time position)
Nazarene Compassionate Ministries — Child Sponorship Administrative Assistant (Part-time temporary)
Office: Global Mission
Ministry: Nazarene Compassionate Ministries
Title: Child Sponsorship Administrative Assistant
Description: Responsibilities for this position include processing child sponsorship mail, sponsorships, NCM mailings, and child sponsorship packets. (Temporary, 20 hrs/wk)
Nazarene Compassionate Ministries — Child Sponsorship Field Specialist (Full-time temporary)
Office: Global Mission
Ministry: Nazarene Compassionate Ministries
Title: Child Sponsorship Field Specialist
Description: Responsibilities for this position include processing letters for child sponsorship, generating child sponsorship reports, and dealing with daily duties involving online databases and reports.
Nazarene Compassionate Ministries — Computer Programming Coordinator (Full-time)
Office: Global Mission
Ministry: Nazarene Compassionate Ministries
Title: Computer Programming Coordinator
Description: Responsibilities for this position include leading NCM's development team in developing and maintaining NCM's Web applications, systems, and websites. (Full-time position)
Nazarene Compassionate Ministries — Donor Strategist (Full-time)
Office: Global Mission
Ministry: Nazarene Compassionate Ministries
Title: Donor Strategist
Description: Responsibilities for this position include managing the research, design, content, and production of NCM materials for information, promotion, and education, including donor/sponsor cultivation and communication. (Full-time position)
Nazarene Compassionate Ministries — Donor Relations Administrative Assistant (Full-time temporary)
Office: Global Mission
Ministry: Nazarene Compassionate Ministries
Title: Donor Relations Administrative Assistant
Description: Responsibilities for this position include processing child sponsorship mail, sponsorships, process monies, email/mail profiles and statements, child sponsorship reports, and donor service issues. (Full-time temporary)
Pensions and Benefits — Administrative Assistant (Full-time)
Office: Financial Services
Ministry: Pensions and Benefits
Title: Administrative Assistant
Description: Responsibilities for this position include leading/managing special and cyclical projects primarily within the Benefits Services Area (BSA), providing administrative assistance to the administrative director and other staff-level positions, coordinating the education/training priorities of internal staff as well as plan participants, ensuring that the appropriate resources and support are provided to complete assigned projects, and processing customer service inquiries as needed. (Full-time position)
To obtain additional information, please call 913-577-0500 and ask for Human Resources.
Location of our Positions
The GMC is the administrative hub for the Church of the Nazarene denominational ministries in 159 world areas. The GMC is conveniently located in Lenexa, Kansas, with easy access to I-35 and I-435 and within short driving distance to Kansas City International airport. All GMC positions report to this location.
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. Resumés are not necessary for entry-level positions, but they are preferred for professional level positions.
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 U.S. Central Time. Completed applications may be mailed or emailed to the attention of the Human Resources Office.
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Global Ministry Center
NMI Prayer Mobilization Line adds Portuguese translation to lineupPortuguese-speaking constituents will have a new prayer resource from Nazarene Missions International, as a Portuguese version of NMI’s Prayer Mobilization Line is scheduled to release this month. To subscribe, send an email to nmi@nazarene.org, providing the name, country, and email address of the recipient.
The weekly publication focuses on the prayer needs and praise reports for the global ministries and missionaries of the Church of the Nazarene. Anyone may subscribe to the email prayer newsletter and view it online; however, until now, it has only been available to those who speak English or Spanish.
“We are grateful to hear reports of how the Prayer Mobilization Line has been used to connect mission needs and a praying church," said Lola Brickey, NMI director. "NMI is pleased to be able to facilitate this resource for our Portuguese-speaking brothers and sisters.”
Prayer Mobilization Line was introduced in 1981. At that time, a designated telephone line to the Global NMI Office served as a link between missionaries on the field and local church constituents. Although the phone line is no longer available, PML has since expanded to include a page on the NMI website, as well as the weekly email newsletter. In 2012, a Spanish translation of the intercessory tool began.
For more information on the Prayer Mobilization Line, click here.[Nazarene Missions International]
Global Ministry CenterNMI Prayer Mobilization Line adds Portuguese translation to lineupPortuguese-speaking constituents will have a new prayer resource from Nazarene Missions International, as a Portuguese version of NMI’s Prayer Mobilization Line is scheduled to release this month. To subscribe, send an email to nmi@nazarene.org, providing the name, country, and email address of the recipient.
The weekly publication focuses on the prayer needs and praise reports for the global ministries and missionaries of the Church of the Nazarene. Anyone may subscribe to the email prayer newsletter and view it online; however, until now, it has only been available to those who speak English or Spanish.
“We are grateful to hear reports of how the Prayer Mobilization Line has been used to connect mission needs and a praying church," said Lola Brickey, NMI director. "NMI is pleased to be able to facilitate this resource for our Portuguese-speaking brothers and sisters.”
Prayer Mobilization Line was introduced in 1981. At that time, a designated telephone line to the Global NMI Office served as a link between missionaries on the field and local church constituents. Although the phone line is no longer available, PML has since expanded to include a page on the NMI website, as well as the weekly email newsletter. In 2012, a Spanish translation of the intercessory tool began.
For more information on the Prayer Mobilization Line, click here.[Nazarene Missions International]
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