Global Ministry Center
The Board of General Superintendents, Church of the Nazarene, is pleased to announce the election of Scott Rainey as global director of Sunday School and Discipleship Ministries International (SDMI), effective 1 August 2018.
Rainey currently serves as field strategy coordinator for the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) Field on the Eurasia Region. He and his family will relocate to the Kansas City area in the U.S.
Rainey replaces Woodie Stevens, who served as global SDMI director from 2006 to 2018.
An ordained elder in the Church of the Nazarene, Rainey served as a pastor in Houston, Texas (Lead Pastor of Living Word Church of the Nazarene), Fort Wayne, Indiana (Minister of Evangelism and Discipleship at Grace Point and Lake Avenue Churches of the Nazarene), and Kansas City, Missouri (Assistant Minister of Outreach and Evangelism at KC First Church of the Nazarene).
In January 2012, Scott, his wife, Jenni, and their two young daughters, Bekah and Sarah, became missionaries in the CIS Field (former Soviet Union). He was appointed strategy coordinator for the field in 2014.
As CIS field strategy coordinator, Rainey oversaw the work of the church in eight countries. He has helped bring unity to field leadership and implemented a vision and strategy that saw five new churches in five different countries in 2016. In the past three years, the church has also been present in two new former Soviet countries, Belarus and Georgia.
"We are blessed to have Dr. Scott Rainey as the new global SDMI director,” said Gustavo A. Crocker, BGS chair. “He has a proven record of mobilizing the church for evangelism and discipleship from a global perspective. Because of his cutting-edge ministry in the U.S., he understands the church in the post-Christian West, while his experience as a missionary gives him a unique ability to work in diverse contexts. The Board of General Superintendents is pleased with Dr. Rainey's election."
Rainey is a graduate of Olivet Nazarene University, Nazarene Theological Seminary, and Houston Graduate School of Theology, where he earned a Doctor of Ministry degree with an emphasis in church dynamics.
"It has been a joy for our family to live and serve Jesus with the wonderful people of the Commonwealth of Independent States for the last six years,” Rainey said. “They have loved us, been patient with us, and taught us so much. I am thankful for God’s call, and humbled by the church’s confidence, to now serve as the global director of SDMI. I am excited and challenged by the enormous task of helping every child, youth, and adult in the Church of the Nazarene participate in their God-given responsibility to make disciples who make disciples! After all, our church exists 'to make Christlike disciples in the nations!'"
The BGS requests prayer for the Rainey family, SDMI, and the church as they move forward together to carry out the Church of the Nazarene’s mission.
Related: USA/Canada SDMI Leadership Conference quickly approaching
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Nazarenes respond after tropical storm hits Dominican Republic
Tropical Storm Beryl swept through the Dominican Republic 10 July with strong winds and torrential rains. The Church of the Nazarene responded through Nazarene Compassionate Ministries and disaster response teams, showing God’s love to communities in needTropical Storm Beryl swept through the Dominican Republic 10 July with strong winds and torrential rains.
The storm affected many areas, including greater Santo Domingo, where floods forced people from their homes. Significant damage was also done to the country’s infrastructure and thousands lost their possessions. The Emergency Operations Center estimates the number of affected homes at more than 1,500 and the displaced around 8,000.
The Church of the Nazarene responded through Nazarene Compassionate Ministries and disaster response teams, showing God’s love to communities in need. Volunteers traveled from several different areas to come together to serve at least 70 families. They carried enough food to last a week, as well as hygiene kits, clothes, and bedding (mattress and boxes), among other supplies. As part of a joint effort, local pastors and response teams delivered supplies by going house to house in Las Palmas de Alma Rosa, Boca Chica, El Cafe de Herrera, and Haina.
"In every community and [with] every family, we pray, we praise God, and we thank Him in the middle of this situation, recognizing His compassion and love,” said Paquita Bido, NCM national coordinator. “Several testimonies confirmed the importance of bringing practical love to the needy, just as Jesus would have done so."
Storm victims expressed their gratitude for assistance in their time of need.
"Thank you, God,” Martina said after a bed was delivered to her family. “Finally, tonight we will be able to sleep in the house."
Her family was sleeping in neighbors' homes after they lost their home and belongings.
"May God bless the donors and the Church of the Nazarene for thinking of us,” said July, who was tearful as she was also given a bed.
Volunteers met the mother of a rescued 2-month-old girl, pulled from flood waters. The happy mother received a bag of food, which was needed as she had nothing left in her house due to storm damage.
Nazarene teams also provided assistance to members of the Church of the Nazarene of Boca Chica, Cristo la Roca, and the surrounding community. All felt blessed to receive and provide help in a time of need.
Prayer is requested for the victims of Tropical Storm Beryl and for those continuing to provide disaster relief. (Church of the Nazarene Mesoamerica (click for photos).)
Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
Tropical Storm Beryl swept through the Dominican Republic 10 July with strong winds and torrential rains. The Church of the Nazarene responded through Nazarene Compassionate Ministries and disaster response teams, showing God’s love to communities in needTropical Storm Beryl swept through the Dominican Republic 10 July with strong winds and torrential rains.
The storm affected many areas, including greater Santo Domingo, where floods forced people from their homes. Significant damage was also done to the country’s infrastructure and thousands lost their possessions. The Emergency Operations Center estimates the number of affected homes at more than 1,500 and the displaced around 8,000.
The Church of the Nazarene responded through Nazarene Compassionate Ministries and disaster response teams, showing God’s love to communities in need. Volunteers traveled from several different areas to come together to serve at least 70 families. They carried enough food to last a week, as well as hygiene kits, clothes, and bedding (mattress and boxes), among other supplies. As part of a joint effort, local pastors and response teams delivered supplies by going house to house in Las Palmas de Alma Rosa, Boca Chica, El Cafe de Herrera, and Haina.
"In every community and [with] every family, we pray, we praise God, and we thank Him in the middle of this situation, recognizing His compassion and love,” said Paquita Bido, NCM national coordinator. “Several testimonies confirmed the importance of bringing practical love to the needy, just as Jesus would have done so."
Storm victims expressed their gratitude for assistance in their time of need.
"Thank you, God,” Martina said after a bed was delivered to her family. “Finally, tonight we will be able to sleep in the house."
Her family was sleeping in neighbors' homes after they lost their home and belongings.
"May God bless the donors and the Church of the Nazarene for thinking of us,” said July, who was tearful as she was also given a bed.
Volunteers met the mother of a rescued 2-month-old girl, pulled from flood waters. The happy mother received a bag of food, which was needed as she had nothing left in her house due to storm damage.
Nazarene teams also provided assistance to members of the Church of the Nazarene of Boca Chica, Cristo la Roca, and the surrounding community. All felt blessed to receive and provide help in a time of need.
Prayer is requested for the victims of Tropical Storm Beryl and for those continuing to provide disaster relief. (Church of the Nazarene Mesoamerica (click for photos).)
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South Carolina elects Flores as next DS
Columbia, South Carolina
Sam and Candy Flores
Samuel Flores was elected the next district superintendent for South Carolina this week, as announced by the Board of General Superintendents. He becomes the first Hispanic district superintendent to lead a USA/Canada Region non-Latino district.
The South Carolina District Assembly elected Flores on the first ballot. He replaces Greg Mason, who was interim district superintendent. Edward “Eddie” Estep was previously South Carolina district superintendent before being appointed to lead the Kansas City District.
Flores currently serves as assistant district superintendent for South Texas, as well as district Nazarene Missions International, Work and Witness, and Hispanic coordinator.
"Rev. Sam Flores has served the Church of the Nazarene and the South Texas District with distinction," said David W. Graves, general superintendent in jurisdiction for South Carolina. "He has been a church planter and trainer not only in South Texas, but in other regions. There was a tremendous spirit of unity and a sense of God’s direction in the election. The district rejoiced and celebrated when he was elected on the first ballot.”
Flores came to the South Texas District from the Texas-Oklahoma Latin District in 2003 to serve as the district missionary, assisting in the establishment of New Start churches. He previously served as a pastor in San Antonio (New Vision Community, Central) and Houston (Southwest).
“It truly is humbling to recognize how God used the South Carolina Nazarenes to allow me to continue to serve Him in building His kingdom,” Flores said. “I am honored to serve in any capacity in the church as the Lord sees fit. Being the first elected Hispanic district superintendent in a non-Latino district in the U.S. is a reflection of how diversity is valued in the Church of the Nazarene.”Sam and his wife, Candy, currently reside in San Antonio. They have four daughters, two sons-in-law, a granddaughter, and a grandson..
The South Carolina District Assembly elected Flores on the first ballot. He replaces Greg Mason, who was interim district superintendent. Edward “Eddie” Estep was previously South Carolina district superintendent before being appointed to lead the Kansas City District.
Flores currently serves as assistant district superintendent for South Texas, as well as district Nazarene Missions International, Work and Witness, and Hispanic coordinator.
"Rev. Sam Flores has served the Church of the Nazarene and the South Texas District with distinction," said David W. Graves, general superintendent in jurisdiction for South Carolina. "He has been a church planter and trainer not only in South Texas, but in other regions. There was a tremendous spirit of unity and a sense of God’s direction in the election. The district rejoiced and celebrated when he was elected on the first ballot.”
Flores came to the South Texas District from the Texas-Oklahoma Latin District in 2003 to serve as the district missionary, assisting in the establishment of New Start churches. He previously served as a pastor in San Antonio (New Vision Community, Central) and Houston (Southwest).
“It truly is humbling to recognize how God used the South Carolina Nazarenes to allow me to continue to serve Him in building His kingdom,” Flores said. “I am honored to serve in any capacity in the church as the Lord sees fit. Being the first elected Hispanic district superintendent in a non-Latino district in the U.S. is a reflection of how diversity is valued in the Church of the Nazarene.”Sam and his wife, Candy, currently reside in San Antonio. They have four daughters, two sons-in-law, a granddaughter, and a grandson..
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Meet the Arabic Church of the Nazarene in Paris
When I came to France in 1989, there was not any Arabic church in Paris. So with a Christian friend, I organized an Egyptian fellowship, a group of Christians who met on Sunday afternoon in the basement of the French Church of the Nazarene in Paris.
The group started to grow and many Egyptians came to our meetings. After I finished Bible school, the majority asked me to organize an official church out of this Christian group.
After studying the Church of the Nazarene’s Manual, we decided to join the Church of the Nazarene.
Our Arabic Nazarene church was founded in March 1995, one year after I was ordained pastor by the late general superintendent, William Prince.
The Arabic Church of the Nazarene in Paris is composed of different nationalities among Arabic speakers; the majority are Egyptians, but we also have brothers and sisters from Morocco, Algeria, Iraq, Syria, and Jordan.
Most of those people came to France to escape war and persecution. Many Egyptians found in France a refuge country where they can be safe and free to worship the living God.
We meet each Sunday at 3 p.m. for worship; the ladies meet on Thursday at 1 p.m.
We are about 60 persons, including children. The number of children is increasing and we need more space for their activities.
We also have a wonderful praise team called The Fruit of the Spirit Praise Team. They are a real blessing for the church.
Last December, the praise team sang outside the church building on the front stairs while another team conducted evangelism by talking with people and giving out Bibles.
God is building the Arabic Church of the Nazarene in Paris. To Him and Him alone be the glory.
I came to France for one year, this was my plan. But God had another plan for me. I realized that He sent me to take care of His sheep, represented by the Arabic Church of the Nazarene in Paris. I am so thankful for God who gave me this privilege to be His servant.
There are many challenges of serving in France. As the ministry is growing, I have to find enough time to do the work of the church while I work teaching English in the university and senior high schools. I continue to pray so that the Lord may open doors for me to be a full-time minister to pastor the church in a better way, and to meet the increasing needs of the Arabic Christian communities in France. (Church of the Nazarene Eurasia)
Paris, France
When I came to France in 1989, there was not any Arabic church in Paris. So with a Christian friend, I organized an Egyptian fellowship, a group of Christians who met on Sunday afternoon in the basement of the French Church of the Nazarene in Paris.
The group started to grow and many Egyptians came to our meetings. After I finished Bible school, the majority asked me to organize an official church out of this Christian group.
After studying the Church of the Nazarene’s Manual, we decided to join the Church of the Nazarene.
Our Arabic Nazarene church was founded in March 1995, one year after I was ordained pastor by the late general superintendent, William Prince.
The Arabic Church of the Nazarene in Paris is composed of different nationalities among Arabic speakers; the majority are Egyptians, but we also have brothers and sisters from Morocco, Algeria, Iraq, Syria, and Jordan.
Most of those people came to France to escape war and persecution. Many Egyptians found in France a refuge country where they can be safe and free to worship the living God.
We meet each Sunday at 3 p.m. for worship; the ladies meet on Thursday at 1 p.m.
We also have a wonderful praise team called The Fruit of the Spirit Praise Team. They are a real blessing for the church.
Last December, the praise team sang outside the church building on the front stairs while another team conducted evangelism by talking with people and giving out Bibles.
God is building the Arabic Church of the Nazarene in Paris. To Him and Him alone be the glory.
I came to France for one year, this was my plan. But God had another plan for me. I realized that He sent me to take care of His sheep, represented by the Arabic Church of the Nazarene in Paris. I am so thankful for God who gave me this privilege to be His servant.
There are many challenges of serving in France. As the ministry is growing, I have to find enough time to do the work of the church while I work teaching English in the university and senior high schools. I continue to pray so that the Lord may open doors for me to be a full-time minister to pastor the church in a better way, and to meet the increasing needs of the Arabic Christian communities in France. (Church of the Nazarene Eurasia)
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Building dignity in Vancouver
For the people in the Downtown Eastside neighborhood in Vancouver, British Columbia, hope can seem distant. The neighborhood is infamous for rampant drug use, homelessness, and poverty. And since 1992, Mission Possible, a Nazarene Compassionate Ministry Center, has served right in the middle of it. (via NCM Magazine)For the people in the Downtown Eastside neighborhood in Vancouver, British Columbia, hope can seem distant. The neighborhood is infamous for rampant drug use, homelessness, and poverty. And since 1992, Mission Possible, a Nazarene Compassionate Ministry Center, has served right in the middle of it.
In the complicated world of development and empowerment, it would be easy to get lost in the facts. Of the approximately 18,000 who call Downtown Eastside home, about 10,000 are living in poverty. That’s over half of the population who struggles to make ends meet. Many struggle with addiction, too. Emergency services receive dozens of calls each day addressing drug overdose.
In the 25 years it’s been serving the Downtown Eastside, Mission Possible has transformed to better serve the community. About ten years ago, the organization started developing employment opportunities for the people of Downtown Eastside.
Rather than only providing for physical needs, the group wanted to address the dignity that everyone – no matter where they were in life – inherently has. Matthew Smedley, the organization’s executive director and CEO, says that their main goal is to make a difference for the neighborhood’s residents. For the rest of this story, see NCM Magazine.
South America
Flags of the Nations: UruguayThe flag of Uruguay (2015 photo) features nine stripes of alternating white and blue, with white on the top and bottom stripes. In the upper-left corner of the flag, the canton is white with a golden sun, which has 16 rays of sunshine. The sun, called the Sun of May, is a national symbol of Uruguay, representing the Inca sun god Inti.
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: Uruguay
The Church of the Nazarene officially entered Uruguay in 1949.
Uruguay had a population of 3,360,148 in 2017. That same year, Uruguay reported 76 Churches of the Nazarene, 73 of which had been officially organized. Uruguay has 6,156 total members.
Uruguay has two Phase 3 districts. It is a part of the South America Region.
* = 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
SDMI leadership conference quickly approachingThis year's USA/Canada Region Sunday School and Discipleship Ministries Leadership Conference, 11 to 13 September, is open to both district and local SDMI leaders for the first time. The event will take place at Springdale Nazarene Church in Cincinnati, Ohio, and features workshop sessions as well as five speakers from across the region.
The conference, themed One Team, One Mission, One Passion, will provide resources for district SDMI chairs, district superintendents, and directors of children, youth, adult, and lay ministry leaders, as well as local SDMI teachers.
The registration fee goes from the $99 per person early bird special to $129 per person 1 August. Registration closes 20 August.
General Superintendent Filimão M. Chambo is among the conference plenary speakers.
"Having an informed, inspired, and equipped ministry team in each local church is absolutely critical to the Church of the Nazarene's mission to make Christlike disciples in the nations," Chambo said. "I invite you to join me and other Nazarenes from all over our region [for] SDMI Leadership Conference 2018."
All district and local SDMI leaders are encouraged to attend this annual gathering to take full advantage of the resources, strategy development, and networking with others in each ministry field.
To find more details about registration, the conference schedule, housing options, and exhibitor registration, visit lc18.org.
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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 16-20 July 2018.
Anne Alexander, 88, of Murfreesboro, Tennessee, passed away 17 July. She was a retired missionary and the widow of retired missionary Douglas Alexander. The Alexanders served on the Canada Quebec and Canada Central districts. Douglas Alexander passed away in 1994.
Chleo Brown, 82, of Helena, Oklahoma, passed away 13 July. He was retired but served as pastor of Coleman Chapel Church of the Nazarene. He previously served in Texas, North Dakota, Illinois, and Oklahoma. He is survived by his wife, Patricia Brown.
Dorothy Carpenter, 76, of Newton Falls, Ohio, passed away 15 July. She was a retired minister, serving in Ohio. She is survived by her husband, Clarence "Russ" Carpenter.
Nella Harcourt, 98, of Norman, Oklahoma, passed away 8 July. She was the widow of retired minister and evangelist Harold Harcourt, who served in Texas and Oklahoma. Harold Harcourt passed away in 2007.
Carolyn McElroy, 89, of Muskegon, Michigan, passed away 5 July. She was the widow of William McElroy, who served in Pennsylvania, Indiana, and Michigan. William McElroy passed away in 1997.
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 opportunitiesPeople 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 occasionally available. Email jveigl@nazarene.org for details.
Employment Opportunities
Administrative Director (Full-time)
Stewardship Development
Description: Reporting to the Global Communications Director, this person will be responsible for daily oversight and administration of pastoral leadership development resourcing and growing a giving church culture through educational materials and training. This individual will oversee all fundraising, denominational marketing, brand development, and advancement strategies for constituent development and donor care.
Constituent Care Specialist (Temporary – 9 to 12 months)
Stewardship Development
Description: The person in this position will advance the customer service and communication excellence of the Stewardship Development department for the Funding the Mission website by assisting in expanding outstanding customer care support. This position works with all members of the Stewardship Development team to assist pastors and treasurers through helpful customer service and careful management of resources offered to them.
Finance Coordinator (Full-time)
USA/Canada Regional Office
Description: This person will process cash receipts and accounts payable requests, reconcile credit card statements, monitor budgets for all ministries, and manage independent contractor agreements.
Sr. Administrative Assistant (Full-time)
USA/Canada Regional Office – Evangelism & New Church Development
Description: This person will provide assistance to the Evangelism and New Church Development director with project management, event planning, event speaking, travel arrangements, finance reconciliation, correspondence, office supervision, and other tasks as needed.
To obtain additional information for GMC positions, please call 913-577-0500 and ask for Human Resources.
General Clerk (Part-time)
This position will assist with the planned giving work of the Foundation through interaction with constituents; maintenance of constituent records; and all other operations of the office environment which include but are not limited to answering the telephone, scanning documents, paperless filing, and data entry. Learn More
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 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, 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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Vancouver, British Columbia
For the people in the Downtown Eastside neighborhood in Vancouver, British Columbia, hope can seem distant. The neighborhood is infamous for rampant drug use, homelessness, and poverty. And since 1992, Mission Possible, a Nazarene Compassionate Ministry Center, has served right in the middle of it. (via NCM Magazine)For the people in the Downtown Eastside neighborhood in Vancouver, British Columbia, hope can seem distant. The neighborhood is infamous for rampant drug use, homelessness, and poverty. And since 1992, Mission Possible, a Nazarene Compassionate Ministry Center, has served right in the middle of it.
In the complicated world of development and empowerment, it would be easy to get lost in the facts. Of the approximately 18,000 who call Downtown Eastside home, about 10,000 are living in poverty. That’s over half of the population who struggles to make ends meet. Many struggle with addiction, too. Emergency services receive dozens of calls each day addressing drug overdose.
In the 25 years it’s been serving the Downtown Eastside, Mission Possible has transformed to better serve the community. About ten years ago, the organization started developing employment opportunities for the people of Downtown Eastside.
Rather than only providing for physical needs, the group wanted to address the dignity that everyone – no matter where they were in life – inherently has. Matthew Smedley, the organization’s executive director and CEO, says that their main goal is to make a difference for the neighborhood’s residents. For the rest of this story, see NCM Magazine.
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: Uruguay
The Church of the Nazarene officially entered Uruguay in 1949.
Uruguay had a population of 3,360,148 in 2017. That same year, Uruguay reported 76 Churches of the Nazarene, 73 of which had been officially organized. Uruguay has 6,156 total members.
Uruguay has two Phase 3 districts. It is a part of the South America Region.
* = 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
Cincinnati, Ohio
The conference, themed One Team, One Mission, One Passion, will provide resources for district SDMI chairs, district superintendents, and directors of children, youth, adult, and lay ministry leaders, as well as local SDMI teachers.
The registration fee goes from the $99 per person early bird special to $129 per person 1 August. Registration closes 20 August.
General Superintendent Filimão M. Chambo is among the conference plenary speakers.
"Having an informed, inspired, and equipped ministry team in each local church is absolutely critical to the Church of the Nazarene's mission to make Christlike disciples in the nations," Chambo said. "I invite you to join me and other Nazarenes from all over our region [for] SDMI Leadership Conference 2018."
All district and local SDMI leaders are encouraged to attend this annual gathering to take full advantage of the resources, strategy development, and networking with others in each ministry field.
To find more details about registration, the conference schedule, housing options, and exhibitor registration, visit lc18.org.
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The following is a weekly listing of Nazarene ministers and leaders who recently went home to be with the Lord. Notices were received 16-20 July 2018.
Anne Alexander, 88, of Murfreesboro, Tennessee, passed away 17 July. She was a retired missionary and the widow of retired missionary Douglas Alexander. The Alexanders served on the Canada Quebec and Canada Central districts. Douglas Alexander passed away in 1994.
Chleo Brown, 82, of Helena, Oklahoma, passed away 13 July. He was retired but served as pastor of Coleman Chapel Church of the Nazarene. He previously served in Texas, North Dakota, Illinois, and Oklahoma. He is survived by his wife, Patricia Brown.
Dorothy Carpenter, 76, of Newton Falls, Ohio, passed away 15 July. She was a retired minister, serving in Ohio. She is survived by her husband, Clarence "Russ" Carpenter.
Nella Harcourt, 98, of Norman, Oklahoma, passed away 8 July. She was the widow of retired minister and evangelist Harold Harcourt, who served in Texas and Oklahoma. Harold Harcourt passed away in 2007.
Leland King, 87, of Lenexa, Kansas, passed away 14 July. He was a layperson and former member of the General Board. He is survived by his wife, Evelene King.
In Loving Memory of
Leland A. King
1931 - 2018
Leland A. King, retired Assistant to the Superintendent of the Olathe School District, died July 14, 2018 at home in Lenexa, Kansas. He was 87.
Leland was born February 2, 1931 in Finney County, Kansas to Letson and Goldia (Swafford) Burns. Goldia died when he was 22 days old. His maternal aunt, Anna Bernice (Swafford) King and her husband William P. King adopted Leland.
In 1949, he graduated from Friends Haviland Academy. While attending Oklahoma Panhandle State University he met Evelene Hopkins. They were married August 24, 1951 at The Guymon Oklahoma Church of the Nazarene. They had two children, Art and Gina.
After earning his Bachelor’s Degree from Oklahoma Panhandle State University in 1953, he went on to earn a Master’s Degree from Fort Hays State University. He then undertook Post-MS Graduate courses at Emporia State University. In 1998, MidAmerica Nazarene University awarded him an Honorary Doctor of Humane Letters.
Mr. King began his career in education as an Elementary Teacher in Walsh, Colorado and Garden City, Kansas. In 1960, he became the principal at Halstead Elementary School. After 5 years in Halstead, he and the family moved to Olathe where he served as principal at Olathe Junior High. In 1967, he helped to open Santa Fe Trail Junior High. Of all his work in education, his time as a junior high principal was his favorite. In 1974, he took the job of Assistant to the Superintendent for Olathe Schools and remained there until he retired in 1992. For the academic year of 1994 to 1995 he was the interim Assistant Superintendent for Grandview, Missouri school district.
Not only was he influential in helping to create the excellent educational system in Olathe, Leland served on many different boards for the Church of the Nazarene and other local organizations. Many of these years he served on multiple boards simultaneously. He was a member of the board for College Church of the Nazarene for 45 years, the Kansas City District Advisory board for 36 years, a member of the board of trustees for MidAmerica Nazarene University for 28 years. Other organizations that benefited from his leadership include Nazarene Bible College, Church of the Nazarene General Board, Olathe Arts Council, and multiple educational organizations on the local, state and national levels.
King was preceded in death by all four of his parents, 16 siblings—13 from his Burns family and 3 from his King family. He is survived by his wife, Evelene of Lenexa, Kansas, his son Art of Lawrence, Kansas and his daughter, Gina Jacobsma of Shawnee, Kansas. He is also survived by his 3 grandchildren, Jeff (Erin) Schwenk of Parkville, Missouri, David Schwenk of Shawnee, Kansas and Sachi King of Sydney, Australia.
Memorials are suggested to the College Church of the Nazarene Library Fund, Olathe, KS.
Services & Gatherings
Visitation:
Wednesday, July 18, 2018 from 1:30pm to 2:30pm
College Church of the Nazarene, Main Sanctuary, 2020 E Sheridan St, Olathe, KS 66062
Service:
Wednesday, July 18, 2018 at 2:30pm
College Church of the Nazarene, Main Sanctuary, 2020 E Sheridan St, Olathe, KS 66062
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Condolences should be personal messages from family and friends. For a full version of our online obituary policy, please click hereituariesCarolyn McElroy, 89, of Muskegon, Michigan, passed away 5 July. She was the widow of William McElroy, who served in Pennsylvania, Indiana, and Michigan. William McElroy passed away in
1997.
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Kenneth Mitchell, 80, of Tichnor, Arkansas, passed away 19 July. He was a retired minister, serving in California, Nebraska, Arkansas, Texas, and Illinois. He is survived by his wife, Charlotte Mitchell, pastor of the Nady Church of the Nazarene on the South Arkansas District.
Sarah Wall, 103, of DeBolt, Alberta, passed away 19 June. She was preceded in death by her husband, George Wall, who was a retired minister serving in North Dakota, South Dakota, Alberta, Ontario, Saskatchewan, British Columbia, and the Northwest Territories, Canada. George Wall passed away in 2012.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
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 occasionally available. Email jveigl@nazarene.org for details.
Employment Opportunities
Administrative Director (Full-time)
Stewardship Development
Description: Reporting to the Global Communications Director, this person will be responsible for daily oversight and administration of pastoral leadership development resourcing and growing a giving church culture through educational materials and training. This individual will oversee all fundraising, denominational marketing, brand development, and advancement strategies for constituent development and donor care.
Constituent Care Specialist (Temporary – 9 to 12 months)
Stewardship Development
Description: The person in this position will advance the customer service and communication excellence of the Stewardship Development department for the Funding the Mission website by assisting in expanding outstanding customer care support. This position works with all members of the Stewardship Development team to assist pastors and treasurers through helpful customer service and careful management of resources offered to them.
Finance Coordinator (Full-time)
USA/Canada Regional Office
Description: This person will process cash receipts and accounts payable requests, reconcile credit card statements, monitor budgets for all ministries, and manage independent contractor agreements.
Sr. Administrative Assistant (Full-time)
USA/Canada Regional Office – Evangelism & New Church Development
Description: This person will provide assistance to the Evangelism and New Church Development director with project management, event planning, event speaking, travel arrangements, finance reconciliation, correspondence, office supervision, and other tasks as needed.
To obtain additional information for GMC positions, please call 913-577-0500 and ask for Human Resources.
Church of the Nazarene Foundation
All positions are located within the Global Ministry Center in Lenexa, Kansas.General Clerk (Part-time)
This position will assist with the planned giving work of the Foundation through interaction with constituents; maintenance of constituent records; and all other operations of the office environment which include but are not limited to answering the telephone, scanning documents, paperless filing, and data entry. Learn More
JESUS Film Harvest Partners
To learn more about positions available at the JFHP, visit jfhp.org. All positions are located on-site in the Olathe, Kansas, office. New: Event Specialist.
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.
Nazarene Theological Seminary
To learn more about current positions available at NTS, see the following employment opportunities. All positions are located on-site on the Kansas City, Missouri, campus. 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 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, 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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The Global Church of the Nazarene is a Protestant Christian church in the Wesleyan-Holiness tradition. Organized in 1908, the denomination is now home to about 2.5 million members worshipping in more than 30,000 local congregations in 162 world areas.
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