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Short-term missions and the behaviors of participants on short-term mission teams have been and continue to be the subject of scrutiny from many and varied perspectives. This paper represents a...

My goal is simply to discuss how the boom of short-term mission programs around the world relates to commonly held mission perspectives. Moreover, how the church can best respond to both the Word and...

Even though one of the main points of this paper is that training is crucial for the success of Christian missions, it cannot be seen as an isolated item. It requires vision, support, investment and...

Global interconnectedness definitely characterizes the third millennium. This has tremendous importance for Christian mission. Global “togetherness” is being fed by a number of factors: • The...

The tools that are available to me in this era of Globalization 3.0 allow me to book my airline travel, a hotel, and even a rental car if I need it, all from the same web page. I have gotten so adept...

We live in an increasingly multicultural situation, both in North America and in many countries around the world. It is redefining our constituency as a church. It is leveling the missionary force...

Three components of the contextualization process are the focus of consideration here: the message, the messenger, and the cultural context of each which must somehow be bridged. These three...

The rapid changes of our time especially in technology has impacted how missionary work is done. All indications are that this will continue. Will the roles of missionaries also change? Let us...

Examination and reformation require an understanding of the core and the periphery. The great commission, the mission of the church is the core. It does not change. It is not designed to change. It is...

This paper will propose a model, which might be used in the Nazarene context to maximize potential, minimize obstacles, and accelerate impact and results. I fully realize that the model has elements...

How does the Church of the Nazarene operate in such a place as West Africa? How does the Church avoid doing too much and create dependencies without doing too little and missing opportunities to...

On February 15, 2007, the Board of General Superintendents released a statement of mission for the Church of the Nazarene: “To make Christlike disciples in the nations.” Why this statement and why now...

Cora's memoir provides an insightful look into the life a lay person in the Church of the Nazarene in Arkansas from 1930s-1960s.

The curriculum content of this course is currently under revision and editing. Your suggestions and corrections will be appreciated. Please use this form to send them to NTI. (You must be a registered...

Inauguration of the 7th President Bruce E. Oldham 27 March 2017 9:00 AM - Cobb Worship Center

Inauguration of the 7th President Bruce E. Oldham 27 March 2017 9:00 AM - Cobb Worship Center

Inauguration of the 7th President Bruce E. Oldham 27 March 2017 9:00 AM - Cobb Worship Center

These four Leaflets use 12 scenes from the JESUS Film to help new Christians remember what they saw and learn scripture verses. They were developed on the Africa Region.

The Emmaus Road Course was recently developed as a training tool for new pastors in fast growing churches. It is designed to be taught by pastors or mentors. You are encouraged to translate and...

The Asia-Pacific Region Regional Sourcebook for Ministerial Development serves as a comprehensive guide for ministerial preparation, ordination, and ongoing education within the Church of the Nazarene...

Below you will find the following supplemental materials for use of the Core Values DVD: Core Values PowerPoint Core Values leader guide Articles of Faith document Membership guide for using the core...

The book used to keep minutes of the Northwest District Assembly. Note on digitization: The few typewritten pages have been recognized for machine processing, but the handwriting is image only. 03...

The Articles of Faith are the 16 core beliefs of the Church of the Nazarene, a Protestant Christian denomination that draws from the Wesleyan, Methodist, and Holiness traditions. They cover...

Compiled in three short volumes, the History of the Academy of Senior Professionals details thehistory of the Academy of Senior Professionals at Southern Nazarene University from its founding in 1991...