The Global Church of the Nazarene news: "Hurricane Matthew response" The Global Church of the Nazarene Communication Network News of Lenexa, Kansas, United States "This week in the Church of the Nazarene..." Volume 1640 for Friday, 7 October 2016
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Hurricane Matthew turns deadly in CaribbeanAerial photo of Haiti courtesy of Mission Aviation Fellowship
Hurricane Matthew, a Category 4 storm, moved through the Caribbean this week, hitting southern Haiti Monday night, dumping heavy rains in Jamaica, and then pushing across the eastern tip of Cuba and the Bahamas. The storm was downgraded to a Category 3 storm as it moved into eastern Florida Friday, causing power outages and significant damage. The U.S. states along the Atlantic coast up through North Carolina are bracing for the storm, and millions of people have evacuated.
The storm, which was the strongest in the Caribbean in almost 10 years, brought sustained winds of 145 miles per hour. The hurricane was so large that tropical storm-force winds were affecting areas as far as 185 miles away. Across the Caribbean, more than 275 people are reported dead, though the number continues to rise. Exact numbers are impossible to confirm due to limited communications, blocked roads, and washed-out bridges.
In Haiti, hundreds of thousands of people were displaced, at least 28,000 homes were damaged, and some towns were almost completely nearly destroyed. A United Nations representative called it the "largest humanitarian event" since the 2010 earthquake.
"Most of the church members have lost livestock and gardens," said David Campos, Nazarene Compassionate Ministries coordinator for Haiti.
Many of the houses in Haiti are fragile constructions of wood or concrete blocks, and some residents still live in tents and makeshift dwellings as an aftereffect of the earthquake in 2010. The country is also vulnerable because extreme deforestation makes the hilly landscape susceptible to landslides and flash flooding.
Assessments are still underway, but this will take time due to a bridge collapse that has effectively cut off southern Haiti from the capital, Port-au-Prince. Officials are attempting to find an alternate route to allow aid into the area.
Floodwaters and a lack of clean water sources are expected to bring a second disaster to Haiti: a potential cholera outbreak. A cholera epidemic ravaged the country following the earthquake.
"In our depot, we now have 500 SAWYER water filters ready to distribute and around 600 [Crisis Care Kits]," Campos said. "We will be purchasing food to make packages to give to families."
The Church of the Nazarene in Haiti comprises 11 districts and more than 500 local churches. Four districts are in the southern peninsula and the island of La Gonave, which were directly affected by the hurricane.
In Cuba, nearly 400,000 people evacuated as heavy rains and wind brought flooding and devastation. Hundreds of homes were damaged or destroyed.
"At least 28 Nazarene families [were] affected," said Mesoamerica Regional Director Carlos Saenz. "The big problems that they are facing are the loss of power and the roads that are blocked."
Leonel Lopez Ortiz, district superintendent for Cuba West, shared a report from the East District, led by Luis Batista.
"Luis believes that more than 11 of our churches have been severely affected as many masonry and roofing plates (cement) were demolished as well," Ortiz said. "We keep praying and hoping for real news of our brothers in the east, one of the neediest [areas] with fewer ... resources. We appreciate your prayers and support."
Assessments are still underway to determine damage and how Nazarene church communities have been affected in Jamaica, the Bahamas, and Florida. Updates will be posted as they are made available.
How to help
Pray
Please pray for those grieving the loss of loved ones. Pray for those who lost their homes and have no means to rebuild. Pray for protection of lives, especially from cholera. Pray for vulnerable children and senior adults. Pray that people would know God’s comfort and peace. And pray for churches working to care for their neighbors and meet urgent needs.
Give
Churches and individuals around the world can provide support through the Nazarene Compassionate Ministries Hurricane Matthew Response Fund. Donations will be used for immediate needs, as well as long-term recovery and rebuilding efforts.
To send donations by mail:
In the U.S., make checks payable to "General Treasurer" and send them to:
Global Treasury Services
Church of the Nazarene
P.O. Box 843116
Kansas City, MO 64184-3116
Be sure to put ACM1198/F135 in the Memo area.
In Canada, make checks payable to "Church of the Nazarene Canada" and send them to:
Church of the Nazarene Canada
20 Regan Road, Unit 9
Brampton, Ontario L7A 1C3
Be sure to put ACM1198/F135 in the Memo area.
For any other country, give through your local church or district, designating your gift to Hurricane Matthew Response.[Nazarene Compassionate Ministries]Read more-------
SENDAS rector meets with Costa Rica presidentWhen Nazarene Seminary of the Americas (SENDAS) Rector Ruben Fernandez boarded a plane for Panama, he had no idea of the day ahead of him. Due to his many travels, Fernandez was upgraded to a seat in business class. Shortly after, he noticed some activity behind him. Someone who thought they had a business class ticket moved back to coach after being instructed to move by a flight attendant.
Fernandez realized the passenger was Costa Rica President Luis Guillermo Solis and immediately offered his seat to the president, now sitting in coach. After some convincing, Solis agreed to take the seat in business class.
Hours later, after changing planes at the Panama airport, Fernandez found himself in business class next to Solis for a two-hour flight to Cuba. In those two hours, Fernandez shared about Nazarene Essentials and Nazarene Seminary of the Americas. President Solis' family owns some farmland near the seminary, so he knew the location well. He invited Fernandez to visit the presidential house and Fernandez invited the Solis to visit SENDAS anytime.
“I was impressed to meet a very down to earth man with great love and genuine concern for his country," Fernandez said. "We talked about different matters related to national development. I thanked him for the way that Costa Rica received me and my family as Argentinian immigrants 21 years ago. He replied, 'Thank you for coming!' At the end of the conversation, I asked him, 'What are you going to do after being president?' He said, 'I am going back to the classroom. I have a leave of absence at the university. They are waiting for me.' Knowing that President Solis was a professor of political science at the University of Costa Rica, I asked him a final question: 'You are going to teach in a very different way now, aren’t you?' 'Totally different!' he answered."[Nazarene Seminary of the Americas]Read more-------
Dominguito, Puerto Rico
Puerto Rico West District hosts first graduation ceremonyIglesia del Nazareno Yahvé Shalom in Dominguito, Puerto Rico, recently hosted a graduation and ordination ceremony for the Puerto Rico West District.
The graduation, held through Nazarene Seminary of the Americas (SENDAS), was the first on the district. Rector Rubén Fernández presented a Diploma in Christian Ministry to six students: D. White Fields, Glenda Columbus, Marta González, Mildred Martinez, Myrna Perez, and José Rivera.
The ceremony was dedicated to Pastor Frank Maclean, who has pastored nearly 40 years and contributed to theological education for more than 25 years, both in Puerto Rico and in the U.S.
General Superintendent Jerry D. Porter, accompanied by his wife, Toni, preached the Word of God and challenged attendees to fulfill the mission of Jesus by making Christlike disciples in Puerto Rico. Porter officiated the ordination ceremony of five ministers, three elders (Blanca Campos, Angel Ramos and Micah Torres), and two deacons (Wilfredo Galán and Carmen Rivera).
In addition to district pastors and family members, a group from the Puerto Rico East District attended, including Superintendent Andrés Hernández and the previous superintendents, Olga Robles, Herson Santa, and Samuel Pérez.
"We experience the presence of God as a Nazarene family in Puerto Rico and we rejoice in the accomplishments of our brothers and sisters," said Ramon Sierra, Puerto Rico West district superintendent. "We are motivated to continue working together fulfilling our mission to realize the annual motto of our district, to the harvest in the power of the Spirit!"[Church of the Nazarene Mesoamerica Region]Read more-------
Indianapolis, Indiana
Contribute to General Assembly without leaving homeEven if you are not able to attend the 29th General Assembly and Conventions, you can play an important role.
Many delegates from outside the U.S. who attend the Church of the Nazarene's General Assembly and Conventions are not accustomed to air conditioning and remain uncomfortable throughout the week's meetings and services in the chilly convention halls.
To combat this, free shawls will be offered once again at the event. This is a great project for Sunday school classes, youth groups, or entire congregations, and no donation is too small. If you knit, crochet, or sew, a homemade shawl will be an important contribution.
Below are recently asked questions and additional details.
Q: What size and type of shawl is needed?
A: One-size-fits-all wrap-around or poncho styles are both acceptable. Arrangement staffs are looking for something that provides an additional layer of warmth for shoulders and arms.
Q: What type of materials can be used for the shawls?
A: Cotton, wool, synthetics, and fleece are all acceptable.
Q: Can the shawls be shipped in one box?
A: Yes, however, within the box the shawls should be individually packaged in two-gallon Ziploc bags for easy distribution.
Q: What date are the shawls needed?
A: Shawls should be sent by June 2 to the General Assembly Local Arrangements address (see below for details). This will allow time to organize and prepare for distribution.
Q: If I am coming to General Assembly, can I bring the shawls with me then?
A: The Arrangements staff prefers to receive shawls prior to the event, but will accept them on site on Tuesday, June 20, in the Delegate Information Center (Wabash Ballroom).
Shawl donations, individually packaged in a two-gallon Ziploc bag, should be sent by June 2 to:
General Assembly Shawl Project
c/o Rev. Max Downs
120 West Branigin Road
Franklin, Indiana 46131, United States
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Guatemala, Mesoamerica Region
Guatemala Nazarenes celebrate Akateko Bible translationChurch of the Nazarene members gathered with fellow believers September 22 to celebrate the recent translation of the Bible into the Akateko language, one of the 24 languages spoken in Guatemala.
The Mayan Educational and Cultural Association (AECM in Spanish) began translating the Old Testament into multiple Mayan languages in order to complete the Bible six years ago. The Akateko translation is the first project to be finalized.
The denomination's Baja Verapaz District Mayan Literature Committee, along with the Ministry of Education, has been promoting the reading of Bible in the Mayan languages over the past year and also assisted during the dedication and celebration.
AECM’s division for the Achi language (another Mayan language spoken in Guatemala) is already promoting the use of the language and the reading of the Bible in the language. Three choral groups are visiting churches in the area to raise awareness.
“We thank God because now our Akateka Maya brothers and sisters can hear the voice of God by reading in their mother tongue," said Elías Xitumul Hernández, AECM Achi director and a Church of the Nazarene member. "We have a few more years left for the same thing to happen with the eight other linguistic groups of Guatemala so that they might also hear the Word of God in their mother tongue.”[Church of the Nazarene Mesoamerica Region]Read more -------
Flags of the Nations: CubaSince 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: Cuba
The Church of the Nazarene officially entered Cuba in 1902.
Cuba had a population of 11,031,433 in 2015. That same year, Cuba reported 90 Churches of the Nazarene, all of which have been officially organized. Cuba has 8,772 total members.
Located on the Mesoamerica Region, Cuba has one Phase 3 district and one Phase 2 district. 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.
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In Memoriam
The following is a weekly listing of Nazarene ministers and leaders who recently went home to be with the Lord. Notices were received October 3-7, 2016.
Drexall Baker, 85, of Brooksville, Florida, passed away September 28. He was a retired minister, serving in West Virginia and Florida. He was preceded in death by his wife, Patricia Baker, in 2015.
Marcy (Eaton) Cornett, 96, of Bradenton, Florida, passed away October 4. She was a retired missionary, serving on the Asia-Pacific Region. She is survived by her husband, retired minister, missionary, and chaplain Eldon Cornett, who served in Tennessee, Indiana, California, and Florida. More information will be posted as it is made available.
Mary (Milner) Pitts, 94, of Columbus, Georgia, passed away September 22. She was the widow of retired minister Roland Pitts, who served in Alabama and Georgia. Roland Pitts passed away in 1990.
For previous editions of In Memoriam, see the "Passings" section by clicking here.
Note: Please join 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]Read more -------
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 jveigl@nazarene.org for details.
Employment Opportunities
Administrative Assistant (Full time)
Office: General Superintendents’ Office
Description: This position provides administrative support for the General Superintendents’ Office, including travel expense reconciliation, proofreading of correspondence, and credential processing. It also assists with preparation of the annual office budget and monthly reports, as well as events as needed.
Communication Specialist (Full time)
Office: Global Mission
Ministry: Administration
Description: The Global Mission communication specialist will contribute insight and support the work of the Global Mission administrative director; help foster collaborative communication efforts between the regions and Global Mission team; advance the implementation and continuous improvement of the Global Mission communication strategy; collaborate on the improvement of existing and the creation of new initiatives, stories, and projects; and participate in and assist in the development of communication procedures and planning of meaningful gatherings for communicators.
Project Assistant (Part-time, 30 hours per week)
Office: Financial Services
Ministry: Stewardship Ministries
Description: This person will work on a grant-funded project in the area of stewardship, assisting in all areas of development and administration of the project. The position is temporary and expected to last for three years.
Social Media and Digital Content Manager (Part-time)
Office: Global Mission
Ministry: Nazarene Compassionate Ministries
Description: This position works under the oversight of the director of development and communications manager and is responsible for the execution of social media marketing and communications plans, including developing and executing a comprehensive social media strategy to increase visibility, traffic, engagement, and constituent support. Applicant must have the ability to create excellent content and think strategically about how social media fits within an overall business/ministry marketing strategy.
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 humanresourcesgroup@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.Read more
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Celebrate Clergy Appreciation MonthThroughout the month of October, churches around the world will show their appreciation for clergy and pastoral staff members in a variety of ways. These men and women can be celebrated through personal notes or gifts, by groups like a Sunday school class, or in larger settings with the entire congregation.
Here are some ideas:
- Organize a prayer calendar so each pastor is prayed for every day of the month.
- Create a slideshow presentation of pastors in action during the past year. Set it to music and play it as a pre-service video.
- Give clergy families a night out to a local restaurant or gift certificate for an overnight get-away.
- Invite children to create artwork for the pastors.
- Choose a day and have people text pastors hourly with a heartfelt message explaining how the pastors have positively impacted members.
- Give each Sunday in October a special emphasis related to something appreciated about each of your congregation’s pastoral leaders (personality qualities, gifting, family, etc.) with a special tribute, recollection, etc. Consider giving a gift that relates to the emphasis.
- Allow members of the congregation to volunteer time serving pastoral leaders by babysitting or helping with yard projects and other home maintenance.
- Update your pastor’s office with new paint, décor, or a technology upgrade.
The Global Church of the Nazarene news: "Colleges announce leadership, model changes" The Global Church of the Nazarene Communication Network News of Lenexa, Kansas, United States "This week in the Church of the Nazarene..." Volume 1639 for Friday, 30 September 2016
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Colorado Springs, Colorado
Nazarene Bible College to transition to online model
It is with a sense of anticipation and a firm commitment to the mission of Nazarene Bible College that the NBC Board of Trustees announced the college is transitioning to a fully online institution. The new model will continue to serve the college’s 1,200 current students and prospective students effectively and efficiently.
“Once again, we face the challenge of choosing innovative change or simply accepting the conditions as they exist," said Harold B. Graves Jr., NBC president.
The proposal from Graves that has been unanimously accepted by the Board of Trustees is for a new NBC – one that reflects that the college is an online institution with a leaner operational and organizational structure.
The current school year will be completed on campus and, as the college celebrates 50 years of service (1967-2017) to the USA/Canada Region of the Church of the Nazarene, a transition to the online model of adult ministerial education will unfold. Future announcements will be made as to where the operational team and offices will be located.[Nazarene Bible College]Read more
Nazarene Bible College to transition to online modelIt is with a sense of anticipation and a firm commitment to the mission of Nazarene Bible College that the NBC Board of Trustees announced the college is transitioning to a fully online institution. The new model will continue to serve the college’s 1,200 current students and prospective students effectively and efficiently.
“Once again, we face the challenge of choosing innovative change or simply accepting the conditions as they exist," said Harold B. Graves Jr., NBC president.
The proposal from Graves that has been unanimously accepted by the Board of Trustees is for a new NBC – one that reflects that the college is an online institution with a leaner operational and organizational structure.
The current school year will be completed on campus and, as the college celebrates 50 years of service (1967-2017) to the USA/Canada Region of the Church of the Nazarene, a transition to the online model of adult ministerial education will unfold. Future announcements will be made as to where the operational team and offices will be located.[Nazarene Bible College]Read more
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Quincy, Massachusetts
ENC president to step down after 2016-2017 school year
Corlis McGee will step down as president of Eastern Nazarene College at the end of the 2016-2017 academic year.
At a campus community meeting Thursday, McGee told faculty and staff that she will conclude 12 years as president of ENC at the end of this academic year in order to return to her first love, teaching. McGee has accepted a position as professor of economics at her alma mater, Trevecca Nazarene University, where she previously taught for 13 years and served as chair of the Department of Business and Economics.
“Nearly 40 years ago, I began my academic leadership in the classroom, shaping students for service to the church and the world, and I will have the privilege of returning to the classroom for this next chapter,” said McGee, who explained her decision was also motivated by a desire to be closer to her family in Tennessee. “I loved my years in the classroom and I have loved my time at ENC.”
McGee joined Eastern Nazarene College as president in 2005, becoming the first female president of a U.S. Nazarene college or university. Under her leadership, ENC developed a comprehensive master plan to guide the college’s future growth. The college also made significant changes to its curriculum, completed major renovations of several campus dorms and buildings, and increased significantly the amount of scholarships and other financial aid awarded to students.
“I am grateful for the opportunity to have been a part of ENC’s story and pray God’s continued blessing upon the next chapter of her history,” she said. “Serving as president has afforded me the opportunity to develop relationships with students, staff, faculty, and pastors and lay leaders of the Northeast region. It has also enabled me to meet leaders from across the South Shore, the state, and literally around the world. Moving into this new season of ministry will create space for me to deepen my commitment to mentoring the next generation of leaders.”
Prior to joining ENC, McGee served for six years as rector of European Nazarene College in Büsingen, Germany. Previously, she served as dean of graduate studies at Point Loma Nazarene University and vice president for academic affairs and dean at MidAmerica Nazarene University, where she started the Master of Business Administration program and chaired the division of business administration.
McGee holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Trevecca Nazarene University, a Master of Business Administration from the University of Tennessee, and a Doctor of Arts in Economics from Middle Tennessee State University.
“We are so grateful to Dr. McGee for her leadership and stewardship of Eastern Nazarene College,” said Russell Long, chairman of the college’s Board of Trustees. “Her vision of creating a vibrant, 21st-century Christian liberal arts college committed to preparing the next generation of servant leaders will impact ENC and its students for generations to come.”
Long said the college leadership will soon initiate a formal search process to select McGee’s successor.
For a press release from Trevecca regarding McGee's new position, click here.[Eastern Nazarene College]Read more
Quincy, Massachusetts
ENC president to step down after 2016-2017 school yearCorlis McGee will step down as president of Eastern Nazarene College at the end of the 2016-2017 academic year.
At a campus community meeting Thursday, McGee told faculty and staff that she will conclude 12 years as president of ENC at the end of this academic year in order to return to her first love, teaching. McGee has accepted a position as professor of economics at her alma mater, Trevecca Nazarene University, where she previously taught for 13 years and served as chair of the Department of Business and Economics.
“Nearly 40 years ago, I began my academic leadership in the classroom, shaping students for service to the church and the world, and I will have the privilege of returning to the classroom for this next chapter,” said McGee, who explained her decision was also motivated by a desire to be closer to her family in Tennessee. “I loved my years in the classroom and I have loved my time at ENC.”
McGee joined Eastern Nazarene College as president in 2005, becoming the first female president of a U.S. Nazarene college or university. Under her leadership, ENC developed a comprehensive master plan to guide the college’s future growth. The college also made significant changes to its curriculum, completed major renovations of several campus dorms and buildings, and increased significantly the amount of scholarships and other financial aid awarded to students.
“I am grateful for the opportunity to have been a part of ENC’s story and pray God’s continued blessing upon the next chapter of her history,” she said. “Serving as president has afforded me the opportunity to develop relationships with students, staff, faculty, and pastors and lay leaders of the Northeast region. It has also enabled me to meet leaders from across the South Shore, the state, and literally around the world. Moving into this new season of ministry will create space for me to deepen my commitment to mentoring the next generation of leaders.”
Prior to joining ENC, McGee served for six years as rector of European Nazarene College in Büsingen, Germany. Previously, she served as dean of graduate studies at Point Loma Nazarene University and vice president for academic affairs and dean at MidAmerica Nazarene University, where she started the Master of Business Administration program and chaired the division of business administration.
McGee holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Trevecca Nazarene University, a Master of Business Administration from the University of Tennessee, and a Doctor of Arts in Economics from Middle Tennessee State University.
“We are so grateful to Dr. McGee for her leadership and stewardship of Eastern Nazarene College,” said Russell Long, chairman of the college’s Board of Trustees. “Her vision of creating a vibrant, 21st-century Christian liberal arts college committed to preparing the next generation of servant leaders will impact ENC and its students for generations to come.”
Long said the college leadership will soon initiate a formal search process to select McGee’s successor.
For a press release from Trevecca regarding McGee's new position, click here.[Eastern Nazarene College]Read more
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Trevecca alumna Dr. Corlis McGee to join University faculty
Trevecca Nazarene University is pleased to announce that Dr. Corlis McGee, president of Eastern Nazarene College (ENC), is joining the University as a professor of economics in Trevecca’s Skinner School of Business and Technology.
McGee, a 1975 graduate of Trevecca, will also work alongside administrators in Trevecca’s School of Graduate and Continuing Studies to establish new programs in leadership and business. McGee will officially join Trevecca in mid-August 2017.
Dr. Dan Boone, president of Trevecca, noted that McGee’s expertise in Christian higher education and her love for students will make her a perfect fit at Trevecca.
“I am thrilled to welcome my friend and colleague home to Trevecca,” Boone said. “Her understanding of Christian higher education, her love for students, and her Trevecca roots make this the perfect homecoming. With the hiring of Dr. McGee, I anticipate a future announcement regarding significant leadership programs at Trevecca.”
McGee is looking forward to returning to her alma mater.
“Nearly 40 years ago, I began my academic journey in the classroom, and I will have the privilege of returning to the classroom for this next chapter,” said McGee. “I loved my years in the classroom at Trevecca, and I have loved my time at ENC. Moving into this new season of ministry will create space for me to deepen my commitment to mentoring the next generation of leaders. I am excited to come home to Nashville and to Trevecca.”
McGee has served as the president of ENC in Quincy, Mass., since 2005. She was unanimously reappointed to her third five-year term in 2014. Prior to her work at ENC, McGee served as the rector (president) of European Nazarene College in Buesingen, Germany. Her long history of serving Nazarene higher education also includes one year as the dean of graduate students at Point Loma Nazarene University and six years as vice president for academic affairs and dean at MidAmerica Nazarene University.
McGee, who graduated from Trevecca in 1975 with bachelor’s degree in business administration, previously taught at Trevecca for 13 years, including three years as the chair of the Department of Business.
In addition to her undergraduate work at Trevecca, McGee also earned a master’s of business administration from the University of Tennessee and holds a doctorate degree in economics from Middle Tennessee State University.
Trevecca Nazarene University is a Christian university in the heart of Nashville focused on preparing students for lives of leadership and service. Founded in 1901, Trevecca is committed to holistic education, encouraging students to grow intellectually, socially, emotionally, physically and spiritually. Located approximately one mile from thriving downtown Nashville, Trevecca provides a liberal arts education while guiding students to find God’s calling on their lives.
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Hiroshima, Japan
Japan District youth discuss peace at quadrennial convention
“Peace Be With You,” the Japan District's quadrennial Nazarene Youth International Convention was held September 16 to 19 in Hiroshima, Japan. The event allowed attendees to reflect on the topic of peace from a biblical and historical perspective.
Organizers were expecting a maximum of 50 attendees, but the final group included 52 people from all over Japan, from Northernmost Hokkaido to the subtropical island of Okinawa.
Japan District NYI President Shouei Abe said Hiroshima is the perfect place for a discussion on peace as it was the first place in the world to experience an atomic bombing, an event that had its 71st anniversary in August.
During the convention, participants visited historical places, listened to sermons by guest speakers Ánderson Godoy and Janary Suyat de Godoy, attended workshops, and held discussion groups related to their observations and experiences.
Pastor Tomoaki Goto was introduced as the next district NYI president. Though the transition won’t be official until April, Goto Sensei will begin attending the regional NYI meetings in October. He expects to work closely with the local leaders and to strengthen relationships with other Nazarenes across the Asia-Pacific Region and around the world.
"This event was particularly important as the membership of the Church of the Nazarene in Japan is rapidly decreasing as a result of a pronounced generational gap and the failure to reach to a new generation," Ánderson Godoy said.
During the event, one by one, the different zone leaders reported on the scarcity of youth in the churches and the difficulty they are having in preaching the gospel to non-believers. The group as a whole prayed for God to give them creativity and vision to reach youth and children, even if this means modifying the structures of the past.
Attendees were also introduced to the three core strategies of NYI (BE: Evangelism, DO: Discipleship, and GO: Leadership Development). For many of them, it was the first time to hear and understand these strategies and they were challenged to make them a priority in the practice of their faith.[Church of the Nazarene Asia-Pacific Region]Read more-------
Celebrate Clergy Appreciation Month
Throughout the month of October, churches around the world will show their appreciation for clergy and pastoral staff members in a variety of ways. These men and women can be celebrated through personal notes or gifts, by groups like a Sunday school class, or in larger settings with the entire congregation.
Here are some ideas:
Trevecca alumna Dr. Corlis McGee to join University faculty
Trevecca Nazarene University is pleased to announce that Dr. Corlis McGee, president of Eastern Nazarene College (ENC), is joining the University as a professor of economics in Trevecca’s Skinner School of Business and Technology.McGee, a 1975 graduate of Trevecca, will also work alongside administrators in Trevecca’s School of Graduate and Continuing Studies to establish new programs in leadership and business. McGee will officially join Trevecca in mid-August 2017.
Dr. Dan Boone, president of Trevecca, noted that McGee’s expertise in Christian higher education and her love for students will make her a perfect fit at Trevecca.
“I am thrilled to welcome my friend and colleague home to Trevecca,” Boone said. “Her understanding of Christian higher education, her love for students, and her Trevecca roots make this the perfect homecoming. With the hiring of Dr. McGee, I anticipate a future announcement regarding significant leadership programs at Trevecca.”
McGee is looking forward to returning to her alma mater.
“Nearly 40 years ago, I began my academic journey in the classroom, and I will have the privilege of returning to the classroom for this next chapter,” said McGee. “I loved my years in the classroom at Trevecca, and I have loved my time at ENC. Moving into this new season of ministry will create space for me to deepen my commitment to mentoring the next generation of leaders. I am excited to come home to Nashville and to Trevecca.”
McGee has served as the president of ENC in Quincy, Mass., since 2005. She was unanimously reappointed to her third five-year term in 2014. Prior to her work at ENC, McGee served as the rector (president) of European Nazarene College in Buesingen, Germany. Her long history of serving Nazarene higher education also includes one year as the dean of graduate students at Point Loma Nazarene University and six years as vice president for academic affairs and dean at MidAmerica Nazarene University.
McGee, who graduated from Trevecca in 1975 with bachelor’s degree in business administration, previously taught at Trevecca for 13 years, including three years as the chair of the Department of Business.
In addition to her undergraduate work at Trevecca, McGee also earned a master’s of business administration from the University of Tennessee and holds a doctorate degree in economics from Middle Tennessee State University.
Trevecca Nazarene University is a Christian university in the heart of Nashville focused on preparing students for lives of leadership and service. Founded in 1901, Trevecca is committed to holistic education, encouraging students to grow intellectually, socially, emotionally, physically and spiritually. Located approximately one mile from thriving downtown Nashville, Trevecca provides a liberal arts education while guiding students to find God’s calling on their lives.
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Hiroshima, Japan
Japan District youth discuss peace at quadrennial convention“Peace Be With You,” the Japan District's quadrennial Nazarene Youth International Convention was held September 16 to 19 in Hiroshima, Japan. The event allowed attendees to reflect on the topic of peace from a biblical and historical perspective.
Organizers were expecting a maximum of 50 attendees, but the final group included 52 people from all over Japan, from Northernmost Hokkaido to the subtropical island of Okinawa.
Japan District NYI President Shouei Abe said Hiroshima is the perfect place for a discussion on peace as it was the first place in the world to experience an atomic bombing, an event that had its 71st anniversary in August.
During the convention, participants visited historical places, listened to sermons by guest speakers Ánderson Godoy and Janary Suyat de Godoy, attended workshops, and held discussion groups related to their observations and experiences.
Pastor Tomoaki Goto was introduced as the next district NYI president. Though the transition won’t be official until April, Goto Sensei will begin attending the regional NYI meetings in October. He expects to work closely with the local leaders and to strengthen relationships with other Nazarenes across the Asia-Pacific Region and around the world."This event was particularly important as the membership of the Church of the Nazarene in Japan is rapidly decreasing as a result of a pronounced generational gap and the failure to reach to a new generation," Ánderson Godoy said.
During the event, one by one, the different zone leaders reported on the scarcity of youth in the churches and the difficulty they are having in preaching the gospel to non-believers. The group as a whole prayed for God to give them creativity and vision to reach youth and children, even if this means modifying the structures of the past.
Attendees were also introduced to the three core strategies of NYI (BE: Evangelism, DO: Discipleship, and GO: Leadership Development). For many of them, it was the first time to hear and understand these strategies and they were challenged to make them a priority in the practice of their faith.[Church of the Nazarene Asia-Pacific Region]Read more-------
Celebrate Clergy Appreciation MonthThroughout the month of October, churches around the world will show their appreciation for clergy and pastoral staff members in a variety of ways. These men and women can be celebrated through personal notes or gifts, by groups like a Sunday school class, or in larger settings with the entire congregation.
Here are some ideas:
- Organize a prayer calendar so each pastor is prayed for every day of the month.
- Create a slideshow presentation of pastors in action during the past year. Set it to music and play it as a pre-service video.
- Give clergy families a night out to a local restaurant or gift certificate for an overnight get-away.
- Invite children to create artwork for the pastors.
- Choose a day and have people text pastors hourly with a heartfelt message explaining how the pastors have positively impacted members.
- Give each Sunday in October a special emphasis related to something appreciated about each of your congregation’s pastoral leaders (personality qualities, gifting, family, etc.) with a special tribute, recollection, etc. Consider giving a gift that relates to the emphasis.
- Allow members of the congregation to volunteer time serving pastoral leaders by babysitting or helping with yard projects and other home maintenance.
- Update your pastor’s office with new paint, décor, or a technology upgrade.
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Africa
Flags of the Nations: Côte d'Ivoire
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: Côte d'Ivoire
The Church of the Nazarene officially entered Côte d'Ivoire (formerly known as Ivory Coast) in 1987.
Côte d'Ivoire had a population of 23,295,302 in 2015. That same year, Côte d'Ivoire reported 177 Churches of the Nazarene, 48 of which have been officially organized. Côte d'Ivoire has 12,107 total members.
Located on the Africa Region, Côte d'Ivoire has one Phase 2 district and one Phase 1 district. For more information about the Africa Region, visit africanazarene.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.Read more
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Flags of the Nations: Côte d'IvoireSince 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: Côte d'Ivoire
The Church of the Nazarene officially entered Côte d'Ivoire (formerly known as Ivory Coast) in 1987.
Côte d'Ivoire had a population of 23,295,302 in 2015. That same year, Côte d'Ivoire reported 177 Churches of the Nazarene, 48 of which have been officially organized. Côte d'Ivoire has 12,107 total members.
Located on the Africa Region, Côte d'Ivoire has one Phase 2 district and one Phase 1 district. For more information about the Africa Region, visit africanazarene.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.Read more
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Asia-Pacific
Manila, Philippines
Honorio Mateo remembered
Honorio “Norie” Mateo Sr. passed away September 27. He served the Church of the Nazarene for more than 50 years in several leadership capacities, including youth president, pastor, district superintendent, church planter, and board member of Nazarene higher educational institutions in the Philippines.
Mateo was one of the highly respected pillars of the Church of the Nazarene in the Philippines. He was a discipler and mentor to many, some of whom are now pastors and leaders themselves.
Philippine-Micronesia Field Strategy Coordinator Stephen Gualberto expressed his gratitude for Mateo.
“He was also my discipler and mentor during my early days as a Christian," Gualberto said. "He is one of my spiritual fathers. Our family came to know the Church of the Nazarene through his ministry. The Mateos are great friends of ours. We are sad that Norie is gone, but we celebrate his life because we know that he has finished the race well. He is now with the Father in Heaven, rejoicing in His presence and enjoying paradise.”
Despite this time of grief, the Mateo family is keeping a positive spirit and an unwavering faith. Jun Mateo, one of Norie's sons, said the family is a little envious because their father will finally be “in the presence of his Maker and God forever together with our mother, Percida.”
Mateo is survived by his children and grandchildren. His remains lie in Metro Manila First Church of the Nazarene in Quezon City, and interment is scheduled for October 1.[Church of the Nazarene Asia-Pacific Region]Read more
Asia-Pacific
Manila, Philippines
Honorio Mateo rememberedHonorio “Norie” Mateo Sr. passed away September 27. He served the Church of the Nazarene for more than 50 years in several leadership capacities, including youth president, pastor, district superintendent, church planter, and board member of Nazarene higher educational institutions in the Philippines.
Mateo was one of the highly respected pillars of the Church of the Nazarene in the Philippines. He was a discipler and mentor to many, some of whom are now pastors and leaders themselves.
Philippine-Micronesia Field Strategy Coordinator Stephen Gualberto expressed his gratitude for Mateo.
“He was also my discipler and mentor during my early days as a Christian," Gualberto said. "He is one of my spiritual fathers. Our family came to know the Church of the Nazarene through his ministry. The Mateos are great friends of ours. We are sad that Norie is gone, but we celebrate his life because we know that he has finished the race well. He is now with the Father in Heaven, rejoicing in His presence and enjoying paradise.”
Despite this time of grief, the Mateo family is keeping a positive spirit and an unwavering faith. Jun Mateo, one of Norie's sons, said the family is a little envious because their father will finally be “in the presence of his Maker and God forever together with our mother, Percida.”
Mateo is survived by his children and grandchildren. His remains lie in Metro Manila First Church of the Nazarene in Quezon City, and interment is scheduled for October 1.[Church of the Nazarene Asia-Pacific Region]Read more
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Eurasia
Calhetas, Azores
Portugal, Azores Nazarenes join forces for mission trip
Nazarenes from Portugal and the Azores joined forces on a mission trip to Calhetas, Azores, to share God’s love with neighborhood children and paint their local school this summer.
"Calhetas, on the island of São Miguel, has a rough reputation," said Nicole Almeida, daughter of missionaries Fernando and Liliana Almeida. "Domestic violence is pervasive, and many residents have served prison terms. Across the Azorean islands, poverty and social problems are widespread."
The Church of the Nazarene recently renewed its priority to develop churches there.
This is the fourth year for Portugal’s annual mission trip called Um Coração Muitas Mãos (UCMM, One Heart Many Hands), but the first year for the team to include Nazarenes in the Azores.
"On 22 July, 15 of us from the continent met with members from the Nazarene church in Ponta Delgada to work together on a project that was chosen because of Rogerio and Milene Santos, lay people from the Ponta Delgada Church," Almeida said. "They had been ministering at their son’s school, gaining confidence to evangelize there little by little. Through their efforts, our group received the invitation to come and work with the school and the children."
The team divided responsibilities, with one group developing lessons and teaching the children while the other group moved furniture and painted the walls.
"At first, we thought it would be hard to approach neighborhood people, especially the children," Almeida said. "But the opposite happened. Everyone was very nice. They were always looking for a way to help us feel more at home. The team was also invited to be part of the local government authority events happening during the week. God was definitely working in the lives of these people."
One of the trip’s highlights was when the team taught the children and their teachers a simple song about God. To their surprise, when they came back the next day, the children and the teachers were all singing the song by themselves.
“My best memory was when we arrived at school and I saw that some children and their teachers were happy to see us," Ornella Macaringue said. "It’s like we were contributing to their happiness.”
Planning of the Nazarene church service on Sunday was left in the hands of the mission team. The local church welcomed the group warmly.
“I was touched by seeing the way that the group was willing to serve the community," said Francisco Pina, a member of the group. "Many people left their family and work to come and they showed availability to serve the community. I was also touched in seeing the people from there show curiosity to learn about the gospel.”
Macaringue says God worked in her life through worship.
"Every time we sang, or when I had some difficulty and I remembered a worship song, everything would get clearer,” she said.
When the week ended, no one wanted to leave.
"We felt that we had blessed them, but also felt blessed," Almeida said. "All the hugs and kisses and the trust gained was only possible with God working with and through us. The phrase that our team adopted is 'We went to serve, but we ended up being served.'”
UCMM began in 2013 as a dream to bring the Portugal District together in a new way.
Coordinator Flávio Taela has been involved since the beginning.
“One thing that we noticed is that the traditional evangelism of spreading flyers and saying ‘come to church’ doesn’t work anymore,” he said.
The church could have simply quit evangelizing because of this change. Instead, the district looked for new ways to share the gospel with Portuguese society.
Taela began to ask, “In what way can we continue to spread the gospel, but work in sync with the needs of the societies where our churches are planted? One thing that has a positive effect in Portugal is creating relationships. It is creating friendships. It is showing that we care for them and from that point forward we can spread the gospel in a less traditional way.
“Therefore, the ministry uses other ways to share the gospel, through painting, through work with children or elderly people, through cleaning, and all of that. This way, people will see that we are not forcing them to anything, but they can integrate with us.”
Raquel Pereira, wife of the former Portugal district superintendent, helped Taela in preparing the proposal to create UCMM. They wanted to name it after One Heart Many Hands, a U.S.-based Nazarene compassionate ministry that conducts large community service projects in conjunction with the global denomination’s General Assembly every four years. Raquel and Flávio sent an email to One Heart Many Hands, asking for authorization to use the same name in Portugal. One Heart Many Hands indicated that UCMM had captured its vision and gave its approval to the district.
The first UCMM mission trip took place in 2014 to the church in Oporto. The local church had a project in mind and as a district they came together to give it a start. The second trip was in 2015 with the Queluz church. The team helped the church with cosmetic changes by doing some work with the walls. Other small projects were also done at the Lisbon church.[Church of the Nazarene Eurasia Region]Read more
Eurasia
Calhetas, Azores
Portugal, Azores Nazarenes join forces for mission tripNazarenes from Portugal and the Azores joined forces on a mission trip to Calhetas, Azores, to share God’s love with neighborhood children and paint their local school this summer.
"Calhetas, on the island of São Miguel, has a rough reputation," said Nicole Almeida, daughter of missionaries Fernando and Liliana Almeida. "Domestic violence is pervasive, and many residents have served prison terms. Across the Azorean islands, poverty and social problems are widespread."
The Church of the Nazarene recently renewed its priority to develop churches there.
This is the fourth year for Portugal’s annual mission trip called Um Coração Muitas Mãos (UCMM, One Heart Many Hands), but the first year for the team to include Nazarenes in the Azores.
"On 22 July, 15 of us from the continent met with members from the Nazarene church in Ponta Delgada to work together on a project that was chosen because of Rogerio and Milene Santos, lay people from the Ponta Delgada Church," Almeida said. "They had been ministering at their son’s school, gaining confidence to evangelize there little by little. Through their efforts, our group received the invitation to come and work with the school and the children."
The team divided responsibilities, with one group developing lessons and teaching the children while the other group moved furniture and painted the walls.
"At first, we thought it would be hard to approach neighborhood people, especially the children," Almeida said. "But the opposite happened. Everyone was very nice. They were always looking for a way to help us feel more at home. The team was also invited to be part of the local government authority events happening during the week. God was definitely working in the lives of these people."
One of the trip’s highlights was when the team taught the children and their teachers a simple song about God. To their surprise, when they came back the next day, the children and the teachers were all singing the song by themselves.
“My best memory was when we arrived at school and I saw that some children and their teachers were happy to see us," Ornella Macaringue said. "It’s like we were contributing to their happiness.”
Planning of the Nazarene church service on Sunday was left in the hands of the mission team. The local church welcomed the group warmly.
“I was touched by seeing the way that the group was willing to serve the community," said Francisco Pina, a member of the group. "Many people left their family and work to come and they showed availability to serve the community. I was also touched in seeing the people from there show curiosity to learn about the gospel.”
Macaringue says God worked in her life through worship.
"Every time we sang, or when I had some difficulty and I remembered a worship song, everything would get clearer,” she said.
When the week ended, no one wanted to leave.
"We felt that we had blessed them, but also felt blessed," Almeida said. "All the hugs and kisses and the trust gained was only possible with God working with and through us. The phrase that our team adopted is 'We went to serve, but we ended up being served.'”
UCMM began in 2013 as a dream to bring the Portugal District together in a new way.
Coordinator Flávio Taela has been involved since the beginning.
“One thing that we noticed is that the traditional evangelism of spreading flyers and saying ‘come to church’ doesn’t work anymore,” he said.
The church could have simply quit evangelizing because of this change. Instead, the district looked for new ways to share the gospel with Portuguese society.
Taela began to ask, “In what way can we continue to spread the gospel, but work in sync with the needs of the societies where our churches are planted? One thing that has a positive effect in Portugal is creating relationships. It is creating friendships. It is showing that we care for them and from that point forward we can spread the gospel in a less traditional way.
“Therefore, the ministry uses other ways to share the gospel, through painting, through work with children or elderly people, through cleaning, and all of that. This way, people will see that we are not forcing them to anything, but they can integrate with us.”
Raquel Pereira, wife of the former Portugal district superintendent, helped Taela in preparing the proposal to create UCMM. They wanted to name it after One Heart Many Hands, a U.S.-based Nazarene compassionate ministry that conducts large community service projects in conjunction with the global denomination’s General Assembly every four years. Raquel and Flávio sent an email to One Heart Many Hands, asking for authorization to use the same name in Portugal. One Heart Many Hands indicated that UCMM had captured its vision and gave its approval to the district.
The first UCMM mission trip took place in 2014 to the church in Oporto. The local church had a project in mind and as a district they came together to give it a start. The second trip was in 2015 with the Queluz church. The team helped the church with cosmetic changes by doing some work with the walls. Other small projects were also done at the Lisbon church.[Church of the Nazarene Eurasia Region]Read more
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In Memoriam
The following is a weekly listing of Nazarene ministers and leaders who recently went home to be with the Lord. Notices were received September 26-30, 2016.
Harry Acton, 77, of Columbus, Indiana, passed away September 23. He was a minister, previously serving in Indiana. He is survived by his wife, Carolyn Acton.
Florence (Price) Bouknight, 79, of Irmo, South Carolina, passed away September 24. She was the widow of retired minister W. Leslie Holcombe Jr., who served in Florida. W. Leslie Holcombe Jr. passed away in 1994. Florence is survived by her husband, Lloyd Bouknight.
JoAnn (Curry) Funk, 81, of Seminole, Florida, passed away September 21. She was a minister, previously serving in Florida. She is survived by her husband, minister Noah Funk, who previously served in Michigan, Missouri, and Florida.
Honorio “Norie” Mateo Sr. of Manila, Philippines, passed away September 27. He was a minister, serving for more than 50 years on the Metro Manila District in many capacities. He was preceded in death by his wife, Percida. (story)
Ruth (Sullivan) Patton, 73, of Vallejo, California, passed away September 22. She was a minister, previously serving in California. She is survived by her husband, retired minister Jerry Patton, who previously served in California.
Carlos Ray, 52, of Spring, Texas, passed away September 26. He was a minister, serving at The Woodlands, Texas, Community Church of the Nazarene. He is survived by his wife, Lorie Ray.
Eldon Shields, 92, of Garden City, Idaho, passed away September 20. He was a retired minister, serving in Idaho, Iowa, Missouri, and Colorado. He was preceded in death by his wife, Xariffa Shields, in 2007.
Joseph Watkins Jr., 86, of Surprize, Arizona, passed away September 25. He was a retired minister, serving in California and Arizona. He is survived by his wife, Joanne Watkins.
Carrie Wilcox, 46, of Cataula, Georgia, passed away September 27. She was a minister, serving at Harmony Church of the Nazarene in Woodbury, Georgia.
For previous editions of In Memoriam, see the "Passings" section by clicking here.
Note: Please join 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]Read more
In MemoriamThe following is a weekly listing of Nazarene ministers and leaders who recently went home to be with the Lord. Notices were received September 26-30, 2016.
Harry Acton, 77, of Columbus, Indiana, passed away September 23. He was a minister, previously serving in Indiana. He is survived by his wife, Carolyn Acton.
Florence (Price) Bouknight, 79, of Irmo, South Carolina, passed away September 24. She was the widow of retired minister W. Leslie Holcombe Jr., who served in Florida. W. Leslie Holcombe Jr. passed away in 1994. Florence is survived by her husband, Lloyd Bouknight.
JoAnn (Curry) Funk, 81, of Seminole, Florida, passed away September 21. She was a minister, previously serving in Florida. She is survived by her husband, minister Noah Funk, who previously served in Michigan, Missouri, and Florida.
Honorio “Norie” Mateo Sr. of Manila, Philippines, passed away September 27. He was a minister, serving for more than 50 years on the Metro Manila District in many capacities. He was preceded in death by his wife, Percida. (story)
Ruth (Sullivan) Patton, 73, of Vallejo, California, passed away September 22. She was a minister, previously serving in California. She is survived by her husband, retired minister Jerry Patton, who previously served in California.
Carlos Ray, 52, of Spring, Texas, passed away September 26. He was a minister, serving at The Woodlands, Texas, Community Church of the Nazarene. He is survived by his wife, Lorie Ray.
Eldon Shields, 92, of Garden City, Idaho, passed away September 20. He was a retired minister, serving in Idaho, Iowa, Missouri, and Colorado. He was preceded in death by his wife, Xariffa Shields, in 2007.
Joseph Watkins Jr., 86, of Surprize, Arizona, passed away September 25. He was a retired minister, serving in California and Arizona. He is survived by his wife, Joanne Watkins.
Carrie Wilcox, 46, of Cataula, Georgia, passed away September 27. She was a minister, serving at Harmony Church of the Nazarene in Woodbury, Georgia.
For previous editions of In Memoriam, see the "Passings" section by clicking here.
Note: Please join 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]Read more
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Human Resources
GMC employment opportunities
People 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 jveigl@nazarene.org for details.
Employment Opportunities
Administrative Assistant (Full time)
Office: General Superintendents’ Office
Description: This position provides administrative support for the General Superintendents’ Office, including travel expense reconciliation, proofreading of correspondence, and credential processing. It also assists with preparation of the annual office budget and monthly reports, as well as events as needed.
Communication Specialist (Full time)
Office: Global Mission
Ministry: Administration
Description: The Global Mission communication specialist will contribute insight and support the work of the Global Mission administrative director; help foster collaborative communication efforts between the regions and Global Mission team; advance the implementation and continuous improvement of the Global Mission communication strategy; collaborate on the improvement of existing and the creation of new initiatives, stories, and projects; and participate in and assist in the development of communication procedures and planning of meaningful gatherings for communicators.
Project Assistant (Part-time, 30 hours per week)
Office: Financial Services
Ministry: Stewardship Ministries
Description: This person will work on a grant-funded project in the area of stewardship, assisting in all areas of development and administration of the project. The position is temporary and expected to last for three years.
Social Media and Digital Content Manager (Part-time)
Office: Global Mission
Ministry: Nazarene Compassionate Ministries
Description: This position works under the oversight of the director of development and communications manager and is responsible for the execution of social media marketing and communications plans, including developing and executing a comprehensive social media strategy to increase visibility, traffic, engagement, and constituent support. Applicant must have the ability to create excellent content and think strategically about how social media fits within an overall business/ministry marketing strategy.
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 humanresourcesgroup@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 jveigl@nazarene.org for details.
Employment Opportunities
Administrative Assistant (Full time)
Office: General Superintendents’ Office
Description: This position provides administrative support for the General Superintendents’ Office, including travel expense reconciliation, proofreading of correspondence, and credential processing. It also assists with preparation of the annual office budget and monthly reports, as well as events as needed.
Communication Specialist (Full time)
Office: Global Mission
Ministry: Administration
Description: The Global Mission communication specialist will contribute insight and support the work of the Global Mission administrative director; help foster collaborative communication efforts between the regions and Global Mission team; advance the implementation and continuous improvement of the Global Mission communication strategy; collaborate on the improvement of existing and the creation of new initiatives, stories, and projects; and participate in and assist in the development of communication procedures and planning of meaningful gatherings for communicators.
Project Assistant (Part-time, 30 hours per week)
Office: Financial Services
Ministry: Stewardship Ministries
Description: This person will work on a grant-funded project in the area of stewardship, assisting in all areas of development and administration of the project. The position is temporary and expected to last for three years.
Social Media and Digital Content Manager (Part-time)
Office: Global Mission
Ministry: Nazarene Compassionate Ministries
Description: This position works under the oversight of the director of development and communications manager and is responsible for the execution of social media marketing and communications plans, including developing and executing a comprehensive social media strategy to increase visibility, traffic, engagement, and constituent support. Applicant must have the ability to create excellent content and think strategically about how social media fits within an overall business/ministry marketing strategy.
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 humanresourcesgroup@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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