Dr. Ponder W. Gilliland leaves behind an exemplary life
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Southern Nazarene University (SNU) President Emeritus Ponder Woodrow Gilliland peacefully passed away Saturday morning, July 11. "Dr. G", as he was so lovingly called, was exemplary in his life as a churchman and educator. read more
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Fire destroys church, not spirit, in Antigua
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Just after 4 A.M. Sunday morning, July 12, a fire broke out at the All Saints Church of the Nazarene in Antigua. No one was hurt, but most of the building was destroyed. read more
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Asia-Pacific perspective on Global NYI Convention
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During the 2009 Global NYI Convention, the Manila videoconference site - one of eight around the world - was attended by over 70 participants, half of whom were delegates. (Slideshow) read more
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Record-breaking orientation sessions indicate strong fall enrollment at Olivet
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Despite the economic climate, Olivet Nazarene University expects to have one of the largest incoming classes in university history this fall. read more
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In Memoriam: 7.17.09
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The following is a weekly listing of Nazarene ministers and leaders who have recently gone home to be with the Lord. Notices were received from July 13-17, 2009. read more
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Additional NCNNews.com Stories This Week
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Global News
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Alabaster funds purchase Nazarene property in Dili
Missionary Warren Neal reports East Timor/Timor-Leste Nazarenes are rejoicing over their recent purchase of property in the capital city of Dili. (Slideshow) read more
CNC'S graduating class of 2009
Caribbean Nazarene College hosted their graduation exercise at the Crown Plaza Hotel in the capital city of Port of Spain, Trinidad, themed "Imagine...beyond the limits." read more
Global Praises and Prayer Requests
This week's praise reports and prayer requests from Nazarene Missions International and Jesus Film Harvest Partners. read more
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USA/Canada News
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Nazarenes in the News
Nazarenes in the News is a compilation of news articles primarily featuring USA/Canada Region churches or church members. In the news this week: ENC staffer is biking across America ... Miss West Virginia is a Nazarene ... Canadian pastor shares his West Nile Virus challenges and blessings ... and news from churches in Muskegon (Michigan), Highland Park (Florida), and Paris (Illinois). read more
Nazarene hero continues to make miraculous recovery
Earl Ayersman of Mulberry, Florida, saved a life, but found himself fighting for his own. (Updated July 16) read more
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Collegiate News
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Banbury returns to MVNU in new role
Mount Vernon Nazarene University is pleased to welcome Doug Banbury as new executive director of marketing. With nearly 20 years of experience in marketing, Banbury formerly served at MVNU as director of marketing and development from 1996-99. read more
MVNU education programs add technology focus
Mount Vernon Nazarene University announces a new program for educators featuring a technology facilitator endorsement. The first classes begin in September and are entirely online. read more
NNU announces new ministry minor
Northwest Nazarene University announces the fall 2009 addition of a parachurch ministry minor to the School of Theology and Christian Ministries. read more
New Olivet blog offers news, trivia, pictures, articles, and more
Olivet Nazarene University announces the launch of "Tiger Bytes," Olivet's official university blog. Tiger Bytes will feature weekly "how to" or "hot topic" articles written by ONU faculty, staff, students, and alumni. read more
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NCN Sports
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MidAmerica football coaching staff adds another with NFL experience
Former Kansas City Chiefs safety and Kansas City Brigade (Arena League) head coach Kevin Porter is the new defensive coordinator for MidAmerica Nazarene University. read more
MVNU'S Porto takes life-changing mission trip to Ecuador
While most college students enjoy a break from their studies during the summer, Gina Porto, a member of the Mount Vernon Nazarene University women's volleyball team, recently had an opportunity to spend eight days on a mission trip to Ecuador as part of a group of 14 people from MVNU and five students from the Nazarene seminary in Quito. read more
NNU women's soccer team serves in Guatemala
The returning members of the Northwest Nazarene University women's soccer team traveled to Guatemala recently and spent two weeks serving in Guatemala City and the surrounding areas. (Slideshow) read more
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