Hurricane Irma cuts catastrophic path
Three Nazarene churches in St. Martin were severely damaged by the catastrophic winds. (AP photo)
Hurricane Irma is moving north after leaving a wake of destruction in the Caribbean starting on Wednesday. While some islands were relatively spared, Antigua and Barbuda, St. Martin/St. Maarten, St. Barthemely, Anguilla, and the Virgin Islands were devastated. At least 13 deaths were reported as of 7 September, and that number is expected to rise.In areas affected by flooding, access to safe drinking water and sanitation is limited, and the risk of waterborne disease is increased. As many as 26 million people are expected to be affected by the hurricane, according to Red Cross estimates.
Next in the storm’s path is Cuba and U.S. states of Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina. The most potent Atlantic Ocean hurricane ever recorded, the hurricane has had maximum sustained winds of 185 mph.
Nazarenes on the Caribbean island of St. Martin/Sint Maarten were heavily affected as the storm hit the island with full force. Three Churches of the Nazarene in St. Martin were severely damaged by the catastrophic winds. A newly constructed church in Marigot, the capital city, was completely destroyed, and the Marigot Church of the Nazarene in Cripple Gate lost its roof and the contents of the building were damaged beyond repair. According to District Superintendent Daniel Blaise, 75 percent of church members lost their homes entirely.
Food, water, and safe shelter are immediate needs. Inhabitants of all the islands hit now have extremely limited resources, little-to-no electricity, and are coping with flooding and huge losses.
Pastor Jean Larevoir, who oversees the three Nazarene churches in St. Martin, said he is “so discouraged” because he sees people suffering but can’t do anything to help.
The slow-moving storm continues to batter islands with strong winds and rains as it progresses. In the Dominican Republic, more than 5,000 people were displaced, and more than 1,000 homes were damaged or destroyed. Waterborne illness is a risk in flooded areas.
The Nazarene churches in affected communities are “joining forces with state agencies and ready to respond if there is need in the communities,” said Paquita Bido Balbuena, Nazarene Compassionate Ministries coordinator in the Dominican Republic. “We maintain a chain of prayer of thanksgiving and protection. … We thank all the brothers and friends for their prayers on our behalf. God bless you.”
Haiti was spared the full brunt of Irma, although heavier rains combined with mass deforestation in the country will increase the risk of mudslides and flash floods. Officials fear flooding could also create a cholera surge, which happened after Hurricane Matthew last year.
As Irma continues cutting a path through the Atlantic, the hurricane is expected to hit southern Florida’s east coast — the most densely populated area in the state — hardest. The Church of the Nazarene's Southern Florida District has established three main response bases at Fort Lauderdale Dayspring Church of the Nazarene, Lake Placid Camp and Conference Center, and Lehigh Acres Church of the Nazarene. Response teams are standing by to help clear damage after the storm.
Church leaders in Georgia, South Carolina, and North Carolina are also mobilizing response efforts as they prepare for the storm.
How to help
Pray
Please pray for those facing the devastation left in the wake of the hurricane and those who have lost homes and loved ones. Pray for the recovery of the places that have been hit hard and the swift delivery of the supplies and care they need. Pray for those who are bracing for the storm, asking that they will be kept safe and that supplies will last. Pray for those who are most vulnerable, especially senior adults, individuals with disabilities, and people living in poverty. Pray for church leaders and churches responding to the needs around them. To send a prayer or note of encouragement, go to ncm.org/pray.
Give
Churches and individuals around the world can provide support through the Emergency Relief – Hurricane Response Fund. Donations will be used for immediate needs, such as water and food, 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
The Global Church of the Nazarene
P.O. Box 843116
Kansas City, Missouri 64184-3116, United States
Be sure to put 128223 in the Memo area.
In Canada, make checks payable to "Church of the Nazarene Canada" and send them to:
The Global Church of the Nazarene Canada
20 Regan Road, Unit 9
Brampton, Ontario L7A 1C3
Be sure to put 128223 in the Memo area.
For additional countries, give through your local church or district, designating your gift to Emergency Relief – Hurricane Response.
Crisis Care Kits
Related: "NCM requests Crisis Care Kits as churches provide aid to disaster victims" [Nazarene Compassionate Ministries]
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NCM requests Crisis Care Kits as churches provide aid to disaster victimsThousands of Crisis Care Kits (CCKs) have been sent to south Texas in the wake of Hurricane Harvey and more are headed to south Florida as Hurricane Irma approaches. These disasters have virtually emptied Nazarene Compassionate Ministries' warehouses, and NCM is encouraging churches to assemble additional CCKs to help those affected by Hurricane Irma, as well as future disasters in the U.S. and around the world.
In the days since Hurricane Harvey pummeled communities in south Texas, more than 8,000 Crisis Care Kits have been shipped from three NCM warehouses to local churches in the affected areas. Those churches have been distributing the kits, which contain toiletries and hygiene items, to disaster victims.
One of the churches serving as a distribution center is Lake Houston Church of the Nazarene. Pastor Philip Allred said more than 500 displaced families have come through his church to receive care kits, as well as clothing and food.
Other churches serving as disaster distribution centers include Pasadena, Texas, First Church of the Nazarene, The Woodlands, Texas, Community Church of the Nazarene, and North Point Church of the Nazarene in Beaumont, Texas.
In addition to the Crisis Care Kits from NCM warehouses, churches within driving distance of affected communities have been trucking in additional kits and other needed supplies. Temple First Church of the Nazarene in central Texas gathered a group of members to assemble 250 Crisis Care Kits. Once they realized that wouldn’t be nearly enough for the affected church communities, they decided to also assemble what they called “crisis care pallets.” The pallets included items needed for volunteers to clean out flooded homes, including pressure washers, generators, trash cans, fans, and shovels. Through donations from their church as well as Redlands Church of the Nazarene in south Florida and the Southern Florida District, they sent supplies valued at more than US$8,000 to south Texas.
Allred, who also serves as communications coordinator for the South Texas Nazarene Disaster Response team, said more than 150,000 homes in south Texas have been destroyed or damaged, not including apartments. Among those, more than 100 Nazarene families lost their homes in the floods, and 10 church buildings were seriously damaged.
Allred noted that the focus of the response goes beyond Nazarene churches and families.
“Right now, volunteer teams are in the [affected] communities to help clean out the homes of the elderly and low-income families,” he said.
Even as churches in South Texas continue to open their doors to flood victims, Hurricane Irma is bearing down on Caribbean countries and moving toward Florida. Churches are mobilizing to serve in affected communities.
More than 3,600 CCKs are on the way to south Florida, but more are needed. The three NCM warehouses in Maryland, Idaho, and California have only a few hundred kits left.
Churches can’t wait weeks for supplies to arrive when a disaster strikes, according to Allred.
“We have the ability to collect supplies, but we need them now,” he said.
In addition to volunteers and CCKs, financial resources are needed to support disaster response and recovery efforts.
“People don’t realize the scope of this storm,” Allred said. “The needs are great. So many of the families who lost their homes didn’t have flood insurance. They were told they would never need it—but now they need help.”
NCM requests Crisis Care Kits as churches provide aid to disaster victimsThousands of Crisis Care Kits (CCKs) have been sent to south Texas in the wake of Hurricane Harvey and more are headed to south Florida as Hurricane Irma approaches. These disasters have virtually emptied Nazarene Compassionate Ministries' warehouses, and NCM is encouraging churches to assemble additional CCKs to help those affected by Hurricane Irma, as well as future disasters in the U.S. and around the world.
In the days since Hurricane Harvey pummeled communities in south Texas, more than 8,000 Crisis Care Kits have been shipped from three NCM warehouses to local churches in the affected areas. Those churches have been distributing the kits, which contain toiletries and hygiene items, to disaster victims.
One of the churches serving as a distribution center is Lake Houston Church of the Nazarene. Pastor Philip Allred said more than 500 displaced families have come through his church to receive care kits, as well as clothing and food.
Other churches serving as disaster distribution centers include Pasadena, Texas, First Church of the Nazarene, The Woodlands, Texas, Community Church of the Nazarene, and North Point Church of the Nazarene in Beaumont, Texas.
In addition to the Crisis Care Kits from NCM warehouses, churches within driving distance of affected communities have been trucking in additional kits and other needed supplies. Temple First Church of the Nazarene in central Texas gathered a group of members to assemble 250 Crisis Care Kits. Once they realized that wouldn’t be nearly enough for the affected church communities, they decided to also assemble what they called “crisis care pallets.” The pallets included items needed for volunteers to clean out flooded homes, including pressure washers, generators, trash cans, fans, and shovels. Through donations from their church as well as Redlands Church of the Nazarene in south Florida and the Southern Florida District, they sent supplies valued at more than US$8,000 to south Texas.
Allred, who also serves as communications coordinator for the South Texas Nazarene Disaster Response team, said more than 150,000 homes in south Texas have been destroyed or damaged, not including apartments. Among those, more than 100 Nazarene families lost their homes in the floods, and 10 church buildings were seriously damaged.
Allred noted that the focus of the response goes beyond Nazarene churches and families.
“Right now, volunteer teams are in the [affected] communities to help clean out the homes of the elderly and low-income families,” he said.
Even as churches in South Texas continue to open their doors to flood victims, Hurricane Irma is bearing down on Caribbean countries and moving toward Florida. Churches are mobilizing to serve in affected communities.
More than 3,600 CCKs are on the way to south Florida, but more are needed. The three NCM warehouses in Maryland, Idaho, and California have only a few hundred kits left.
Churches can’t wait weeks for supplies to arrive when a disaster strikes, according to Allred.
“We have the ability to collect supplies, but we need them now,” he said.
In addition to volunteers and CCKs, financial resources are needed to support disaster response and recovery efforts.
“People don’t realize the scope of this storm,” Allred said. “The needs are great. So many of the families who lost their homes didn’t have flood insurance. They were told they would never need it—but now they need help.”
How to help
Pray
Please pray for families and individuals affected by flooding and storms. Pray for those who are most vulnerable, especially seniors, people with disabilities, and those living in poverty. Pray for church leaders and churches who are responding to the needs around them. To send a prayer or note of encouragement, go to ncm.org/pray.
Do
Crisis Care Kits are needed for churches to distribute to disaster victims. Download instructions on packing and shipping kits here.
Volunteers and Work & Witness teams are needed. To complete a volunteer information form, click here.
Give
Churches and individuals around the world can provide support for ongoing disaster response efforts through the Emergency Relief Fund – Hurricane Response.
To send donations by mail:
In the U.S., make checks payable to "General Treasurer" and send them to:
Global Treasury Services
The Global Church of the Nazarene
P.O. Box 843116
Kansas City, Missouri 64184-3116, United States
Be sure to put 128223 in the Memo area.
In Canada, make checks payable to "Church of the Nazarene Canada" and send them to:
The Global Church of the Nazarene Canada
20 Regan Road, Unit 9
Brampton, Ontario L7A 1C3
Be sure to put 128223 in the Memo area.
For additional countries, please give through your local church or district, designating your gift to Emergency Relief – Hurricane Response. [Nazarene Compassionate Ministries}
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Pray
Please pray for families and individuals affected by flooding and storms. Pray for those who are most vulnerable, especially seniors, people with disabilities, and those living in poverty. Pray for church leaders and churches who are responding to the needs around them. To send a prayer or note of encouragement, go to ncm.org/pray.
Do
Crisis Care Kits are needed for churches to distribute to disaster victims. Download instructions on packing and shipping kits here.
Volunteers and Work & Witness teams are needed. To complete a volunteer information form, click here.
Give
Churches and individuals around the world can provide support for ongoing disaster response efforts through the Emergency Relief Fund – Hurricane Response.
To send donations by mail:
In the U.S., make checks payable to "General Treasurer" and send them to:
Global Treasury Services
The Global Church of the Nazarene
P.O. Box 843116
Kansas City, Missouri 64184-3116, United States
Be sure to put 128223 in the Memo area.
In Canada, make checks payable to "Church of the Nazarene Canada" and send them to:
The Global Church of the Nazarene Canada
20 Regan Road, Unit 9
Brampton, Ontario L7A 1C3
Be sure to put 128223 in the Memo area.
For additional countries, please give through your local church or district, designating your gift to Emergency Relief – Hurricane Response. [Nazarene Compassionate Ministries}
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Earthquake strikes Mexican coast
An 8.2 earthquake struck off the southern coast of Mexico Thursday night near the Guatemala border. Initial reports stated at least 33 people were killed in Mexico and one in Guatemala. Nazarene Compassionate Ministries is collecting information and news will be shared as it is available. Prayer is requested.
Nazarenes in the News
Nazarenes in the News is a compilation of online news articles featuring Nazarene churches or church members.
Tennessee pastor donates kidney to parishioner
Nashville, Tennessee
Carl Higgins received a kidney from his pastor, Jonathan Trees. (WSMV photo)
(WSMV, 4 September) Getting a new kidney can be a game of trying to beat the odds.For thousands of people on the kidney waiting list, a life-saving transplant can be years away.
For one patient the wait is over, and on Tuesday, a living kidney donation will take place at Saint Thomas West Hospital, thanks to a pastor who was a perfect match for his parishioner.
A life-changing moment was put in motion between Jonathan Trees, the pastor of the Church of the Nazarene in Nashville, and his parishioner, Carl Higgins.
For the rest of the story, click here.
Service before self: Nazarene chaplain shares testimony
Joint Base Langley–Eustis, Virginia
U.S. Air Force Capt. Alex Lu, 633rd Air Base Wing chaplain, visits the Langley Chapel at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, July 25.
(16 August, Peninsula Warrior) Going down life’s winding road, U.S. Air Force Capt. Alex Lu, 633rd Air Base Wing chaplain, concluded that he could plan for his future, but God would be the one to guide his path.
Lu was born and raised in China, but his family, who was persecuted during the Cultural Revolution, explained to him that they planned to move and become citizens of the United States. It is through this journey that Lu found his identity and life’s mission.A chance encounter
Lu grew up in China with a passion to learn about different cultures and languages. At the age of 21, he applied for and was accepted into a college in Germany. Little did he know, nearby Bible students would soon deliver his life’s purpose, the gospel, to his door.
For the rest of the story, click here.
Pennsylvania congregation helps renovate neighboring church into thrift store
Milton, Pennsylvania
(The Daily Item, 1 September) Literally and figuratively at a crossroads, a Montandon church decided to take a big a step of faith recently to reach out and build a bridge to their neighbors in need in a very practical and spiritually profound way.
Crossroads Church of the Nazarene, located at the intersection of Routes 147 and 45, has recently finished gutting and renovating a former church at 456 King St. in Milton that had closed due to dwindling attendance. Now, the upstairs is home to a thrift store, the proceeds of which will support the maintenance of the building and of an after-school center that will open on Sept. 11.
The building has been named The Bridge of Hope, after the leaders’ desire to connect with members of the neighboring community and carry with them a way to a brighter future.
For the rest of the story, click here.
Michigan church skatepark named among best in state
Brighton, Michigan
(WHMI, 8 September) Skaters looking to turn 720s and grind rails can do so locally at one of the best parks in the state.
Best Things Michigan has named the park at the Brighton Nazarene Church, or the Naz, as one of the 9 best in Michigan. The indoor park has special features built in for skateboards, scooters, and rollerblades.
For the rest of the story, click here.
Alaska Nazarene receives activism scholarship
Palmer, Alaska(KTVA, 28 August) For the seventh year, Summer of Heroes, a partnership program by Alaska Communications and Boys & Girls Clubs Alaska, awarded scholarships to youth activists in Alaska who have had a positive impact on their communities.
Sunday, a group of six 2017 recipients, with ages ranging from 18 to 7, were honored during a ceremony at the Alaska State Fair. A short description of each honoree's volunteer or community service project was presented, and each was given a large $1,500 check.
To read about recipient Addie Epler, the daugther of Ketchikan Church of the Nazarene Pastor Peter Epler, click here.
Stories to share? Send them to news@nazarene.org. [Compiled by NCN News]
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Flags of the Nations: Burkina Faso
This week: Burkina Faso
The Church of the Nazarene officially entered Burkina Faso in 1997.
Burkina Faso had a population of 19,512,533 in 2016. That same year, Burkina Faso reported 101 Churches of the Nazarene, 18 of which had been officially organized. Burkina Faso has 3,804 total members.
Burkina Faso is a Phase 1 district on the Africa Region. 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.
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Flags of the Nations: Burkina Faso
The national flag of Burkina Faso is formed by two equal horizontal bands of red (top) and green, with a yellow five-pointed star resting in the center. The flag is coloured in the popular Pan-African colours of the Ethiopian flag, reflecting both a break with the country’s colonial past and its unity with other African ex-colonies. The red is also said to symbolize the revolution and the green the abundance of agricultural and natural riches. The yellow star placed over the red and green stripes is the guiding light of the revolution.
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: Burkina Faso
The Church of the Nazarene officially entered Burkina Faso in 1997.
Burkina Faso had a population of 19,512,533 in 2016. That same year, Burkina Faso reported 101 Churches of the Nazarene, 18 of which had been officially organized. Burkina Faso has 3,804 total members.
Burkina Faso is a Phase 1 district on the Africa Region. 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.
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USA/Canada
Moving Ministers: August 2017
Compiled by the General Secretary's Office from district reports, Moving Ministers is a monthly listing of Nazarene ministers in new assignments on the USA/Canada Region.
Roles included in the latest report are pastor and pastoral service. Entries were received in August 2017.
To view the August report, click here.
Moving Ministers from Tuesday, 1 August 2017 to Thursday, 31 August 2017
USA/Canada
Moving Ministers: August 2017
Compiled by the General Secretary's Office from district reports, Moving Ministers is a monthly listing of Nazarene ministers in new assignments on the USA/Canada Region.
Roles included in the latest report are pastor and pastoral service. Entries were received in August 2017.
To view the August report, click here.
Moving Ministers from Tuesday, 1 August 2017 to Thursday, 31 August 2017
Name From To
Rev. In-Young Bang Pastoral from Service Pastoral Service on 7/24/2017 Hamilton Mountain Hamilton ON Canada to Yong-chon Korea, South
Rev. Nathan Blanchard from Student to Pastoral Service Colorado on 8/1/2017 Palisade Thornton CO Palisade CO
Dr. Duane C. Brush from Pastoral Service Kansas City Central Lenexa KS to Pastor on 7/24/2017 Roseville Roseville IL
Rev. Yohan Cho Pastoral Service Kansas City New Vision Overland Park KS to Pastoral Service on 7/24/2017 Hwang-gye Korea, South
Rev. Marcos Cisneros Pastor Rancho Cucamonga Rancho Cucamonga CA to Pastoral Service on 7/16/2017 Olathe College Olathe KS
Rev. Gary T. Crabtree Pastoral Service Pastoral Service on 8/15/2017 The Shepherd's House Faith Community Midlothian TX Atlanta TX
Rev. Christian C. Crampton Student Pastoral Service on 8/7/2017 Oklahoma Lafayette First Bethany OK Lafayette IN
Rev. Kenton R. Daugherty Unassigned Pastor on 7/30/2017 Oklahoma Twin Lakes Bethany OK McLoud OK
Rev. Gregg M. Davis Pastor Pastor on 7/2/2017 Frankfort First Salem First Frankfort IN Salem OR
Rev. Edward L. Dean Unassigned Pastoral Service on 8/15/2017 Kansas City Phoenix Orangewood Overland Park KS Phoenix AZ
Rev. Stacy R. Dickt Halethorpe Connections Halethorpe MD to Pastoral Service Pastor on 8/1/2017 Pittsburg First Pittsburg CA
Rev. Loren E Fairbanks Pastoral Service Bay Area North Bend OR to Pastor on 8/6/2017 Coquille Coquille OR
Rev. Isaac Daniel Gilmore La Junta First Crosspoint La Junta CO Crosspoint La Junta CO to Pastoral Service Pastor on 6/19/2017 Madison Madison WI
Rev. David J. Hutsko Pastor The Woods Warren MI to Pastor on 7/23/2017 Pismo Beach New Life Community Pismo Beach CA
Rev. Daniel Jaramillo Unassigned Oklahoma Bethany OK to Pastor on 8/14/2017 Moore Casa Vida/House of Life Moore OK
Rev. Michael G Jones Student Joplin Carthage MO to Pastor on 8/20/2017 Lebanon Freedom Lebanon MO
Rev. Scott C. Jones Pastor Gardiner Gardiner ME to Pastor on 7/2/2017 Bowling Green First Bowling Green KY
Rev. Meagan M. Laird Student Southwest Oklahoma Mustang OK to Pastoral Service on 7/10/2017 Kansas City Water's Edge Kansas City MO
Rev. Noah B. Laird Student Northwestern Ohio Saint Marys OH to Pastoral Service on 7/10/2017 Kansas City Water's Edge Kansas City MO
Rev. John A. Lawson Pastoral Service Lynchburg Lynchburg VA to Pastoral Service on 7/26/2017 Harrisonburg Harrisonburg VA
Rev. Seth B. Major Pastor ReachWay New Lenox IL to Pastoral Service on 7/31/2017 BridgeWay Community Pekin IL
Rev. Julie Elizabeth McKeithen Pastoral Service Colorado Springs First Colorado Springs CO to Pastoral Service on 8/20/2017 Colorado Springs Eastborough Colorado Springs CO
Rev. David M. Myers Pastor Petaluma Hillside Petaluma CA to Pastoral Service on 6/1/2017 New Cumberland New Cumberland PA
Rev. Daniel A Pape Pastoral Service Loveland Hope Springs Community Loveland CO to Pastoral Service on 9/3/2017 Emmaus Road Fort Collins CO
Rev. Scott Jay Porter Pastoral Service Northlake Boulevard Palm Beach Gardens FL to Pastoral Service on 7/27/2017 Genesis Christian Port Charlotte FL
Rev. Jonathan M. Privett Pastor Baker City Baker City OR to Pastor on 9/17/2017 Tempe Tempe AZ
Rev. Jacob A. "Jake" Roberts Pastoral Service Hastings Lakeside Community Hastings NE to Pastoral Service on 7/26/2017 Medford First Medford OR
Rev. Garret Russell Pastoral Service Manning New Start Community Manning SC to Pastor on 7/16/2017 Nelsonville Nelsonville OH
Rev. Erick F. Sanchez Pastor Moore Casa Vida/House of Life Moore OK to Pastoral Service on 6/26/2017 Carol City Ebenezer Miami Gardens FL
Rev. Gerron Scott Showalter Pastoral Service Houston First Houston TX to Pastoral Service on 6/11/2017 Port Orange Port Orange FL
Rev. Adam J. Silva Pastor Oakdale Family Oakdale CA to Pastor on 6/12/2017 Albany Grace Point Albany OR
Rev. David W. Sorensen Pastor Glenview @ The Well Carbon IL to Pastoral Service on 7/9/2017 Glen Mattoon IL
Rev. Richard Sowder Unassigned Oklahoma Bethany OK to Pastor on 7/23/2017 Coalgate Coalgate OK
Rev. Benjamin J. Thelander Pastoral Service Sand Springs Sand Springs OK to Pastor on 8/20/2017 Pittsfield Pittsfield IL
Rev. Kenneth M. Williams Pastoral Service Ephrata Ephrata PA toPastoral Service on 8/6/2017 Grace Point Hilliard Hilliard OH
Rev. Joshua D. Woods Unassigned Louisiana Alexandria LA to Pastor on 8/6/2017 Martinsburg Martinsburg WV
For previous reports, see usacanadanazarene.org.
Overtime rule that could have affected US churches struck down
A U.S. Department of Labor overtime rule that caused concern for many churches, nonprofits, and commercial businesses last year has been struck down. On August 31, a federal judge in Texas threw out the regulation that would have extended mandatory overtime pay to millions of workers.
The rule would have doubled to almost $47,000 the maximum salary a worker could earn and still be eligible for overtime pay. Although it is believed the rule would not have applied to ministers, many churches were concerned about the financial hardship that might have resulted if they had to cover overtime pay for office workers and other non-clergy staff.
Judge Amos L. Mazzant of the Eastern District of Texas took the latest action on the overtime rule. He is the same one who suspended it in November 2016, just weeks before it was set to become operational.
More details on this story can be found from Reuters, here. [Pensions and Benefits USA]
A U.S. Department of Labor overtime rule that caused concern for many churches, nonprofits, and commercial businesses last year has been struck down. On August 31, a federal judge in Texas threw out the regulation that would have extended mandatory overtime pay to millions of workers.
The rule would have doubled to almost $47,000 the maximum salary a worker could earn and still be eligible for overtime pay. Although it is believed the rule would not have applied to ministers, many churches were concerned about the financial hardship that might have resulted if they had to cover overtime pay for office workers and other non-clergy staff.
Judge Amos L. Mazzant of the Eastern District of Texas took the latest action on the overtime rule. He is the same one who suspended it in November 2016, just weeks before it was set to become operational.
More details on this story can be found from Reuters, here. [Pensions and Benefits USA]
NNU appoints Daniels as pastoral scholar-in-residence
Northwest Nazarene University’s School of Theology and Christian Ministries announced the appointment of T. Scott Daniels as the pastoral scholar-in-residence.
NNU has a long tradition of appointing scholars-in-residence to participate in a variety of activities on behalf of the university. The scholar-in-residence is someone who has earned national recognition for achievement in their given field. Daniels fits this description with his experience both in the classroom and in pastoral work for the local church.
With this appointment, Daniels will continue his work in the classroom to enhance the student experience at both the undergraduate and graduate level. NNU's Wesley Center will be creating special teaching and preaching events for the broader Northwest region that will include messages from Daniels and faculty from the School of Theology and Christian Ministries. Moreover, he will provide regular consultation to the school in strategic planning and implementation of education both to students at the university and its broader constituents. He will also be an advocate and representative of NNU and its School of Theology and Christian Ministries programs in his speaking and preaching activities.
"Dr. Daniels embodies how the local church and academy can come together for powerful Christlike transformation," said Brent Peterson, dean of the School of Theology and Christian Ministry. "We are so thankful to NNU and Dr. Daniels for making this relationship possible. We know this will be a blessing to NNU students, faculty, and our broader constituents."
Daniels is currently the senior pastor at College Church of the Nazarene in Nampa, Idaho. He previously served as pastor of Pasadena First Church of the Nazarene in California and Richardson Church of the Nazarene in Texas. He is the former dean of the School of Theology at Azusa Pacific University in California. [Northwest Nazarene University]
Northwest Nazarene University’s School of Theology and Christian Ministries announced the appointment of T. Scott Daniels as the pastoral scholar-in-residence.
NNU has a long tradition of appointing scholars-in-residence to participate in a variety of activities on behalf of the university. The scholar-in-residence is someone who has earned national recognition for achievement in their given field. Daniels fits this description with his experience both in the classroom and in pastoral work for the local church.
With this appointment, Daniels will continue his work in the classroom to enhance the student experience at both the undergraduate and graduate level. NNU's Wesley Center will be creating special teaching and preaching events for the broader Northwest region that will include messages from Daniels and faculty from the School of Theology and Christian Ministries. Moreover, he will provide regular consultation to the school in strategic planning and implementation of education both to students at the university and its broader constituents. He will also be an advocate and representative of NNU and its School of Theology and Christian Ministries programs in his speaking and preaching activities.
"Dr. Daniels embodies how the local church and academy can come together for powerful Christlike transformation," said Brent Peterson, dean of the School of Theology and Christian Ministry. "We are so thankful to NNU and Dr. Daniels for making this relationship possible. We know this will be a blessing to NNU students, faculty, and our broader constituents."
Daniels is currently the senior pastor at College Church of the Nazarene in Nampa, Idaho. He previously served as pastor of Pasadena First Church of the Nazarene in California and Richardson Church of the Nazarene in Texas. He is the former dean of the School of Theology at Azusa Pacific University in California. [Northwest Nazarene University]
Crocker undergoes surgery
Prayer is requested for General Superintendent Gustavo A. Crocker, who underwent an emergency appendectomy Friday morning. Everything went well and he is recovering.
Crocker says he “praises God for prayers and for good healthcare.”
Crocker was elected the 41st general superintendent of the Church of the Nazarene at the 28th General Assembly in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA, in June 2013.
Prior to his election, Crocker had served as Eurasia regional director since 2004. He previously served as administrative director of Nazarene Compassionate Ministries International.
Prayer is requested for General Superintendent Gustavo A. Crocker, who underwent an emergency appendectomy Friday morning. Everything went well and he is recovering.
Crocker says he “praises God for prayers and for good healthcare.”
Crocker was elected the 41st general superintendent of the Church of the Nazarene at the 28th General Assembly in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA, in June 2013.
Prior to his election, Crocker had served as Eurasia regional director since 2004. He previously served as administrative director of Nazarene Compassionate Ministries International.
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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 4-8 September 2017.
Donald Bland, 93, of Colorado Springs, Colorado, passed away 22 August. He was a retired minister, serving in Colorado, Indiana, Hawaii, and Texas.
Marvin Buell, 87, of Henryetta, Oklahoma, passed away 6 September. He was a retired minister and missionary, serving in Vermont, Missouri, Oklahoma, Kentucky, Mexico, and Panama. He was preceded in death by his wife, Fannie (Buckman) Buell, in April.
Francis Crandall, 101, of Manchester, New Hampshire, passed away 2 September. He was a retired minister, serving in Rhode Island, New Hampshire, and Maine. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mildred (Krivanec) Crandall, in 2007.
George Ferguson, 89, of Pulaski, Tennessee, passed away 12 August. He was a retired minister and educator, serving in the United Kingdom, Minnesota, Nebraska, Florida, Michigan, Tennessee, and California. He was preceded in death by his wife, Martha Ferguson, in 2009.
Shirley Foster, 81, of Roanoke, Alabama, passed away 28 August. She was the wife of retired minister Franklin Foster Sr., who served in Alabama.
Billie McClain, 95, of Keller, Texas, passed away 30 August. She was the widow of retired minister and evangelist Harold McClain, who served in Texas, New York, New Mexico, Colorado, and Arkansas. Harold McClain passed away in 2009.
Tammer Roberts, 85, of Columbia, Mississippi, passed away 28 August. She was the widow of retired minister Thomas Roberts, who served in Mississippi. Thomas Roberts passed away in 2010.
Jim Russell, 63, of Fritch, Texas, passed away 6 September. He was a retired minister, serving in Texas. He is survived by his wife, Kathy Russell.
Eileen Wheeler, 98, of Toutle, Washington, passed away 29 August. She was the widow of retired minister Raymond Wheeler, who served in Montana, Idaho, Washington, and Wyoming. Raymond Wheeler passed away in 1999.
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]
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 4-8 September 2017.
Donald Bland, 93, of Colorado Springs, Colorado, passed away 22 August. He was a retired minister, serving in Colorado, Indiana, Hawaii, and Texas.
Marvin Buell, 87, of Henryetta, Oklahoma, passed away 6 September. He was a retired minister and missionary, serving in Vermont, Missouri, Oklahoma, Kentucky, Mexico, and Panama. He was preceded in death by his wife, Fannie (Buckman) Buell, in April.
Francis Crandall, 101, of Manchester, New Hampshire, passed away 2 September. He was a retired minister, serving in Rhode Island, New Hampshire, and Maine. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mildred (Krivanec) Crandall, in 2007.
George Ferguson, 89, of Pulaski, Tennessee, passed away 12 August. He was a retired minister and educator, serving in the United Kingdom, Minnesota, Nebraska, Florida, Michigan, Tennessee, and California. He was preceded in death by his wife, Martha Ferguson, in 2009.
Shirley Foster, 81, of Roanoke, Alabama, passed away 28 August. She was the wife of retired minister Franklin Foster Sr., who served in Alabama.
Billie McClain, 95, of Keller, Texas, passed away 30 August. She was the widow of retired minister and evangelist Harold McClain, who served in Texas, New York, New Mexico, Colorado, and Arkansas. Harold McClain passed away in 2009.
Tammer Roberts, 85, of Columbia, Mississippi, passed away 28 August. She was the widow of retired minister Thomas Roberts, who served in Mississippi. Thomas Roberts passed away in 2010.
Jim Russell, 63, of Fritch, Texas, passed away 6 September. He was a retired minister, serving in Texas. He is survived by his wife, Kathy Russell.
Eileen Wheeler, 98, of Toutle, Washington, passed away 29 August. She was the widow of retired minister Raymond Wheeler, who served in Montana, Idaho, Washington, and Wyoming. Raymond Wheeler passed away in 1999.
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]
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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 162 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
Events Program Assistant (Part-time, 30+ hours/week, temporary – September 1, 2017, through August 31, 2019)USA/Canada Regional Office – Nazarene Youth International
Description: The person in this position will assist the USA/Canada NYI Office team in coordinating USA/Canada NYI events, including NYC 2019. Tasks consist of working with registration, housing, exhibits, food and beverage orders, volunteer personnel, program coordination, and other duties as assigned.
Sr. Office Assistant (Full-time)
USA/Canada Regional Office (UCRO)Description: The person in this position will provide assistance to the UCRO Administrative Coordinator with event planning, scheduling, correspondence, website maintenance, and other tasks as needed.
To obtain additional information for GMC positions, please call 913-577-0500 and ask for Human Resources.
Human Resources
GMC employment opportunities
People are our most valued resource. Our committed employees are involved in "Making Christlike Disciples in the Nations" in 162 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
Events Program Assistant (Part-time, 30+ hours/week, temporary – September 1, 2017, through August 31, 2019)USA/Canada Regional Office – Nazarene Youth International
Description: The person in this position will assist the USA/Canada NYI Office team in coordinating USA/Canada NYI events, including NYC 2019. Tasks consist of working with registration, housing, exhibits, food and beverage orders, volunteer personnel, program coordination, and other duties as assigned.
Sr. Office Assistant (Full-time)
USA/Canada Regional Office (UCRO)Description: The person in this position will provide assistance to the UCRO Administrative Coordinator with event planning, scheduling, correspondence, website maintenance, and other tasks as needed.
To obtain additional information for GMC positions, please call 913-577-0500 and ask for Human Resources.
Nazarene Bible College
To learn more about positions available at the NBC Administrative Offices, visit nbc.edu/jobs. All positions are located within the Global Ministry Center in Lenexa, Kansas.
Location of Global Ministry Center Positions
The GMC is the administrative hub for the Church of the Nazarene denominational ministries in 162 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 PolicyThe Church of the Nazarene Global Ministry Center offers equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, disability, race, creed, sex, or veteran status. The Global Ministry Center is an “at will” employer.
Our Faith-Based OrganizationWe 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 GMCApplication 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.
Location of Global Ministry Center Positions
The GMC is the administrative hub for the Church of the Nazarene denominational ministries in 162 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 PolicyThe Church of the Nazarene Global Ministry Center offers equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, disability, race, creed, sex, or veteran status. The Global Ministry Center is an “at will” employer.
Our Faith-Based OrganizationWe 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 GMCApplication 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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Magnitude 8.1 earthquake
60 miles from Mapastepec, Chiapas, Mexico · Sep 7, 9:49 PM
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60 miles from Mapastepec, Chiapas, Mexico · Sep 7, 9:49 PM
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M 5.7
20 miles from Arriaga, Chiapas, Mexico
Sep 7, 10:01 PM
All times are in Pacific Time · Sources: U.S. Geological Survey, ready.gov
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Report of the Earthquake in MexicoThe following is the report of the Mexico South Border District superintendent Rev. Roberto López Fajardo who shares the situation of the churches after they experienced the earthquake on the morning of July 7th.
The earthquake of 6.9 degrees on the Richter scale was strongly felt, but thank God, there are no reported losses of life or material within our Nazarene people. It was a scary moment. Unfortunately, the report of the state civil protection is that two people were killed and there was property loss.
Temples, parsonages and homes of families in the district were not damaged; there is peace and quietness among brethren.
Rev. Roberto López Fajardo, Mexico South Border District superintendent.
20 miles from Arriaga, Chiapas, Mexico
Sep 7, 10:01 PM
All times are in Pacific Time · Sources: U.S. Geological Survey, ready.gov
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Report of the Earthquake in MexicoThe following is the report of the Mexico South Border District superintendent Rev. Roberto López Fajardo who shares the situation of the churches after they experienced the earthquake on the morning of July 7th.
The earthquake of 6.9 degrees on the Richter scale was strongly felt, but thank God, there are no reported losses of life or material within our Nazarene people. It was a scary moment. Unfortunately, the report of the state civil protection is that two people were killed and there was property loss.
Temples, parsonages and homes of families in the district were not damaged; there is peace and quietness among brethren.
Rev. Roberto López Fajardo, Mexico South Border District superintendent.
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