Glorious visions Nov 1, 2009
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2009 12:14 PM CDT Pastor Troy MackeyFirst Church of the Nazarene. One of my favorite visions of the revelator is the scene in chapter four of worship around the throne of God. (Paragould Daily Press, AR)
24-year-old gets probation for molesting teenage girl Oct 30, 2009
"The newspaper's policy on this is a mystery to me. It would not be slander--or libel, actually, assuming what's said or printed is true.This reminds me of an article, printed back in July, about a Mattoon man facing a sex charge in Vermilion County. That man, Michael D. Lindsey, was on staff at East Side Church of the Nazarene when this info came to light, but this was not printed in the article. Parents need to be made aware when a predator has been amongst their children--especially when the... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Early holiday shopping Oct 29, 2009
Anne Pearson (from left), Jeanne Workman and Andrea Mason browse through various items sold at Saturday;s holiday craft and bake sale hosted by the Women;s Ministry of the New Hope Church of the Nazarene in Princeton. Workman was one of the vendors at the all-day event, which included baked goods and craft tables, as well as face painting and a visit from Mr. Cinnamon the clown for the children. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Upward registration to begin Wednesday Oct 27, 2009
All practices will be held at Grace Church of the Nazarene located at 2302 Highland Ave.. All children in kindergarten through sixth grade are encouraged to participate, and many scholarships will be available. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Funerals today Oct 27, 2009
Cantrell, Victor "Vic," 49, of Gainesville; 2 p.m. at Bethel Church of the Nazarene, Gainesville, interment in Alta Vista Cemetery, Gainesville; Dexter T. Sims Mortuary, Royston, has charge of arrangements. Chester, Argene, 66, of White Plains; 1 p.m. at New Springfield Baptist Church, interment in Saw Dust Cemetery, Siloam; Watts Funeral Home, Union Point, has charge of arrangements. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Authorities Try Unsuccessfully To Thwart Suicide Attempt Oct 26, 2009
Forty-five minutes later, at about 3 p.m. another officer spotted the car in the parking lot of the Church of the Nazarene in the 900 block of Stagecoach Road, police said. As he got out of his patrol car to check on the vehicle, he heard what sounded like a muffled gunshot, police said. (KWTX.com, TX)
Never give up Oct 25, 2009
"Her family and friends, including her daughter and granddaughter and her "church family" at Cle Elum Church of the Nazarene, have been key to her battle.So is faith."I have a very strong faith in our Lord Jesus Christ," she says. "He's there all the time. I want people to realize that. (Ellensburg Daily Record, WA)
LeRoy Tilbury Oct 22, 2009
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, Oct. 23, 2009, at Church of the Nazarene, Backus. Burial will be in the Evergreen Cemetery, Backus. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
Nancy Martin Oct 22, 2009
Services will be at 5 p.m. Friday at the New Hope Church of the Nazarene, Princeton, with Pastor Laura Root officiating. Burial will be private and at a later date. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Holiday craft and bake sale set for Saturday Oct 20, 2009
Rebecca Allen and Megan Donarski pose as angelic messengers announcing the holiday craft and bake sale hosted by the Women;s Ministry of the New Hope Church of the Nazarene in Princeton. The event will be from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Religion Calendar for the Erie area Oct 17, 2009
- AFTER THE STORM: Modern Christian music performed by Shattered, and a speaker, 7 p.m., first Sunday of the month, the Hangout, 216 W. Plum St., Edinboro, remaining Sundays at Hillcrest Church of the Nazarene, 12921 Dundon Road, Edinboro ... Albion -- Albion Church of the Nazarene, 9580 Route 6N West ... Meadville -- First Church of the Nazarene, 851 Washington St. Call (814) 333-1463. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Randy Dwayne Farley Oct 17, 2009
A memorial service for Randy will be at 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17, 2009, at the Ontario First Church of the Nazarene. ADVERTISEMENT. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Remembering a departed friend Oct 17, 2009
The event will be held at the New Hope Church of the Nazarene, and Big J said he plans to stress the fact kids have to reach out if they;re feeling overwhelmed to a church leader or a teacher, or even their friends. Big J said people shouldn;t avoid talking about suicide when it occurs. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Man Arrested In Attempted Carjackings, Robbery Oct 16, 2009
Following the second failed carjacking attempt, he ran into nearby Mission Valley Church of the Nazarene. Officers surrounded the building and ordered the suspect out, and he eventually complied about 1:15 p.m., Munoz said. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
Trunk or treat Oct 15, 2009
Created:Wednesday, October 14, 2009 7:07 p.m.CDTFONT SIZE. For the cost of one non-perishable food item or paper product, the entire family is invited to attend and participate in prizes, food and inflatables such as a giant rainbow slide and bouncer. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
A new sign for New Hope Oct 15, 2009
For more information about New Hope Community Church, formerly Angels Camp Church of the Nazarene, call 736-2607. Contact Krissi Krob at. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
Spooky events celebrate Halloween Oct 13, 2009
Grace Church of the Nazarene will host a Family Fall Fun Fest from 6-8 p.m. Oct. 31. The community is invited to join the congregation in the church parking lot for Trunk-or-Treat. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
WANTED: Neighbors who need labor Oct 10, 2009
The Bible asks that we love our neighbor, and at The Auburn Church of the Nazarene, members of the congregation are taking that idea to another level with a community service program called Labor for Your Neighbor. Sam Tenney / The Citizen From left, Paul Colgan and Kristal Riggall of the Auburn Church of the Nazarene meet with Chapel House case manager Sue Podfigurny and executive director Sandi Mettler Tuesday afternoon. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Obituaries, Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2009 (966) Oct 8, 2009
Funeral: 10 a.m. today, Bicknell Church of the Nazarene with the Revs. Charles Crouch and Jon McKinnon officiating. (Vincennes Sun Commercial, IN)
Obituaries, Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2009 (1139) Oct 7, 2009
The funeral will be conducted at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Bicknell Church of the Nazarene with the Revs. Charles Crouch and Jon McKinnon officiating. (Vincennes Sun Commercial, IN)
Samoan culture tight-knit in Hawaii Oct 3, 2009
Like other Samoan clergy across Hawai'i, the Rev. Lauloa Fereti of the First Samoan Church of the Nazarene in 'Ewa Beach plans to lead his congregation in prayer Sunday for those who died in this week's earthquake and tsunami and for those who lost loved ones. But his message of how to cope will be brief. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Cook's Corner: Race against time Oct 3, 2009
Cooks Corner is written by Tom Cook, pastor at the Nyssa Church of the Nazarene. He can be contacted at. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Willa J. GlennJune 22, 1915-Sept. 28, 2009 Oct 3, 2009
Memorial services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 3, 2009, at the Payette Church of the Nazarene, 1984 Seventh Ave. N., Payette, Idaho. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Friends of XL Hospice, 2480 Hwy 52, Payette, ID 83661. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
OC music teacher accused of flashing receptionist Oct 2, 2009
Memorial: 1 p.m. Tuesday, Kingsburg Church of the Nazarene. Arrangements: Creighton Memorial Chapel. (Fresno Bee -- State)
Goldbugs to celebrate Homecoming tonight Oct 2, 2009
She is a member of the Alva Church of the Nazarene and is involved in the Alva Church of the Nazarene Youth Group and Nazarene Youth International. After high school, Tesica plans to attend a four-year university as a pre-med major. (Alva Review Courier, OK)
PEDER HAROLD ESPESETH JR. Oct 2, 2009
He was associate pastor at First Church of the Nazarene in Missoula as well. While living in Princeton, W.V., Pete developed a farm instituting the first Voisin intensive grazing system in the state, earning him Farmer of the Year recognition. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
Recreational volleyball leagues being planned Oct 2, 2009
Andy Inskeep, youth pastor at Brownstown Church of the Nazarene, is announcing plans on two volleyball leagues open to teens and adults in the community ... Games will be played at Brownstown Church of the Nazarene at 616 W Commerce St, Brownstown. (Brownstown Jackson County Banner, IN)
Burglar charged in two church theft cases Oct 2, 2009
He is also accused of a Dec. 1 break-in at the Church of the Nazarene in which computer equipment and money were stolen. In addition to the burglary charges, he is also facing charges for possession of a controlled substance, methamphetamine, one count of theft by taking 500- 1,500 and one count of possession of drug paraphernalia. (Columbus Telegram, NE)
Tsunami Advisory Issued For Coast Sep 30, 2009
Pastor Koroseta Letoa from the Sacramento Samoan Church of the Nazarene was apparently on the phone with someone in Sacramento when the shaking started and the phone went dead, a congregation member said. Copyright 2009 by and. (KCRA 3, CA)
DAY PLANNER Sep 25, 2009
Free Roller Skating 3-5 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 3, Bay Area Church of the Nazarene, 1850 Clark St., North Bend. Skates provided. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Death Notices for Tuesday, Sept. 22 Sep 23, 2009
Mary A. Holaway Funeral Services Will Be Friday Funeral services for Mary Alice Holaway, nee Gay, 89, Union, will be held Friday, Sept. 25, at 11 a.m. at The Word of Life Church of the Nazarene, Union. Burial will be in United Methodist Cemetery, St. Clair. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Maples lived to serve constituents Sep 20, 2009
A public memorial service is planned at 1 p.m. Saturday at the Church of the Nazarene, 2005 W. Olive St., Porterville. BACK TOGETHER: Stan Simpson of Visalia and local high school football coaches have revived the Quarterback Club. (Fresno Bee)
Rev. Jeff D. Dobbins Sep 20, 2009
He and his late wife were former members of the First Church of the Nazarene in St. Joseph where they were actively involved for many years. Rev. Dobbins was ordained as a minister in 1977 and served as pastor at the Church of the Nazarene in Harbert and as interim pastor for several churches in Kentucky ... Rev. Dobbins was a member of the Paducah First Church of the Nazarene. (The Herald-Palladium)
Reaching out: Founder of mission project to visit Filer church Sep 19, 2009
Courtesy photoNatayla Skala, left, poses with former general superintendent of the Church of the Nazarene Jim Diehl, right, and a young man she helped through her work with Light of the World Children's Center, a program she helped found in 2004 ... Filer Church of the Nazarene has been involved with outreach projects around the world for decades ... The public is invited to hear Natayla Skala speak about her faith and commitment to help the Ukrainian people at 7 p.m. Friday in the Filer Church... (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Local briefs: FCC gets soccer sweep Sep 19, 2009
The service will be at 1 p.m. Sept. 26 at Church of the Nazarene, 2005 W. Olive St.. Mr. Maples won 310 games in 22 seasons coaching the Pirates, culminating in 1978 with a trip to the state semifinals. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Recovery group meetings Sep 19, 2009
Meetings are held at 6 p.m. every Tuesday and at noon every Thursday at New Hope Church of the Nazarene, 30 N. Sixth St.. Comments. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Pauline Kelly Sep 18, 2009
Services will be 11 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 19, at the Church of the Nazarene in Backus. Visitation will be one hour prior to services. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
Evenson-Richardson Sep 17, 2009
Sarah Evenson and Chris Richardson were united in marriage June 27 at the First Church of the Nazarene in Bloomington, Ind. The bride is the daughter of Doug and Amy Evenson of Princeton. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Matthew Stephens Sep 17, 2009
Services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at the Church of the Nazarene, Princeton, Pastor Laura Root officiating. Cremation rites will be accorded. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
United Way kicks off campaign Sep 16, 2009
Rev. Steve Greene, pastor of First Church of the Nazarene, gave the invocation. Seymour Mayor Craig Luedeman read a proclamation naming Wednesday United Way Day. (Brownstown Jackson County Banner, IN)
Homer Verdon Merrell DonApril 9, 1921-Sept. 10, 2009 Sep 16, 2009
He was an active member of the Coos Bay Pirates, an active member of the Ontario and Coos Bay Elks for more than 50 years, and belonged to Ontario First Church of the Nazarene ... Don Merrell s family would like to thank the following for their counsel and comfort: Ontario First Church of the Nazarene, Pathway Hospice, Presbyterian Community Care Center and Dr. Andrew Peterson, Holy Rosary Medical Center, all of Ontario, Ore. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Margaret Atherton Sep 15, 2009
Services will be a 10 a.m. Wednesday at the First Church of the Nazarene, Sterling, with the Rev. John Trotter, pastor of Living Well Church of the Nazarene, officiating. Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery, Sterling. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Twin boys in Eureka not letting their cerebral palsy stop them Sep 14, 2009
A benefit will be Oct. 3 at Eureka Church of the Nazarene and a fund for the twins at Heartland Bank and Trust. To help with the fundraiser, email Linda Pyles at or call (309) 696-1988. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Rev. Wilbur Cassick Sep 13, 2009
He was a member of Bartow Church of the Nazarene ... Visitation: Sunday, Aug. 30, 2 to 3 p.m., Bartow Church of the Nazarene ... In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Bartow Church of the Nazarene, Missions Dept., 950 South Floral Ave., Bartow, FL 33830. (The Fort Meade Leader, FL)
Around Oregon Idaho Sep 13, 2009
The university, one of eight liberal arts colleges in the country affiliated with the Church of the Nazarene, says most of the students who have shown flu symptoms have recovered quickly. The state Department of Health and Welfare says at least 364 case of swine flu have been reported in Idaho since April. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Jonathan Hauge Sep 12, 2009
He was an active member of the New Hope Church of the Nazarene ... A memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Sept. 19 at the New Hope Church of the Nazarene, Princeton, with Pastor Laura Root officiating ... Memorials may be directed to New Hope Church of the Nazarene or Gateway Services. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Anti-abortion activist killed near school Sep 12, 2009
The Rev. Rodger DeVore, pastor of the Church of the Nazarene, said Pouillon never seemed to tire and even protested outside the church. "He did not attend a church because he felt pastors were not strong enough in their defense of the aborted child," DeVore said. (MSNBC -- Crime)
Video series Sep 10, 2009
Created:Wednesday, September 9, 2009 10:29 p.m.CDTFONT SIZE. The series begins at 6 p.m. Sunday. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Ron Arent (296) Sep 7, 2009
A Celebration of Life Service will be held 10 a.m. Wednesday at First Church of the Nazarene, 3351 Niles Road, St. Joseph, with the Rev. Richard Sing officiating. Burial will follow in Spring Run Cemetery in Scottdale. (The Herald-Palladium)
Transgender activist runs for mayor of Idaho town... Sep 6, 2009
Robinson, who appeared in the pages of The National Enquirer in 2003 and was a guest on Oprah with her twin brother and ex-wife in 2005, is challenging a two-term incumbent mayor, former teacher, and a graduate of Northwest Nazarene University, one of eight liberal arts colleges in the country affiliated with the Church of the Nazarene. "It doesn't seem like her chances are high - or there at all," said Joseph Shafer, a boutique owners in Nampa. (The Drudge Report)
What's going on... Sep 6, 2009
The First Church of the Nazarene, Hartford City, will hold a free rummage sale in the church parking lot at 1402 W. Water Street from 9 a.m. to noon. Tuesday, Sept. 8. (Hartford City News-Times, IN)
Faith briefs Sep 5, 2009
Christian magician and comedian Keith Brown will perform at Midland Valley First Church of the Nazarene, 3526 Jefferson Davis Highway in Clearwater, at 6 p.m. Sunday. He'll also deliver a children's sermon during Sunday services at 9 and 10:45 a.m. The performance is free. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Robert MacKenzieBobSept. 26, 1938 - Aug. 26, 2009 Aug 30, 2009
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2009, at Payette Church of the Nazarene. Burial will follow at Park View Cemetery, New Plymouth. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Angel Food cuts weekly grocery bill to only $30 Aug 29, 2009
ANGEL FOOD MINISTRIES SITES Albion -- Albion Church of the Nazarene, (814) 756-4741 ... Meadville -- First Church of the Nazarene, (814) 333-1463. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Gratton, Bessie Aug 29, 2009
Bessie was a member of the Church of the Nazarene in Pittsfield ... Funeral services were Tuesday at 10:30 at the Church of the Nazarene in Pittsfield with Rev. Ron Baker officiating ... Memorials are to her grandchildren's educational fund or the Church of the Nazarene. (Pittsfield Pike Press, IL)
Buddhists look ahead to new temple Aug 29, 2009
The Golden State Quartet, Chordsmen and Crandall Brothers will be featured at a Funtastic concert next Saturday at Faith Community Church of the Nazarene, 430 Peach Ave., Clovis. Details: (559) 298-3097. (Fresno Bee)
Myrtle C. Hanshaw Aug 28, 2009
A Celebration of Life Eternal will be held 1 p.m. Friday, Aug. 28, at First Church of the Nazarene, 3351 Niles Road, St. Joseph, with the Rev. Dean Pickett officiating ... She was a member of First Church of the Nazarene, where she was involved with many activities when her health permitted. (The Herald-Palladium)
Yuman bakes cakes of compassion Aug 28, 2009
Elliott serves First Church of the Nazarene as an administrative pastor and as minister of music. During that event, Elliott heard a strong message about volunteering and got to thinking about the various talents she might be able to share. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
Explorer’s Bible Study Aug 27, 2009
An evening class is also offered from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Sept. 14 at the New Hope Church of the Nazarene, 30 N. Sixth St. in Princeton. There is no childcare at the evening class. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Planners OK group home on Grant Street (10) Aug 27, 2009
In other business, the Planning Commission approved a request for improvements at the Lebanon Church of the Nazarene. The church plans to replace its multipurpose building, expand the sanctuary, install a new walkway cover and create a recreation area with a new outdoor shelter. (Lebanon Express, OR)
Obituaries, Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2009 (1167) Aug 27, 2009
Funeral: 10 a.m. today at Bicknell Church of the Nazarene with Dr. Michael Taylor and the Rev. Jon McKinnon officiating. Burial: Bicknell Memorial Cemetery. (Vincennes Sun Commercial, IN)
Obituaries, Monday, Aug. 24 (1248) Aug 25, 2009
She was a member of the Vincennes First Church of the Nazarene ... Services will be 10 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 26, at Bicknell Church of the Nazarene with Dr. Michael Taylor and the Rev. Jon McKinnon officiating. (Vincennes Sun Commercial, IN)
• To do for you Aug 24, 2009
Appointments begin at 9 a.m. Saturday at the Kimberly Church of the Nazarene, 3550 E. 3750 N.. The screenings help identify blocked arteries and irregular heart rhythm, abdominal aortic aneurysms and hardening of the arteries in the legs. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Paragould Personalities: Rick Mellow Aug 23, 2009
Mellow and wife Alice were married 30 years ago at the Church of the Nazarene in Jonesboro. Alice is in her 13th year teaching at University Heights school in Jonesboro. (Paragould Daily Press, AR)
Police log, Aug. 10-16 Aug 21, 2009
Church of the Nazarene, 188 Elliott St.: Police took a report of malicious damage to a vehicle, 1:32 a.m.. Page Street: A suspicious vehicle was reported, 6:09 a.m.. (Danvers Herald, MA)
