A Nazarene support network providing fellowship, discipleship, and resources that strengthen educational ministries

Rev. Jan Wilton, Preschool and Public School Representative

“What happened to my child? Why is he acting this way?” “My child cries for her pacifier, but she gave it up 6 months ago!” “My boy is now clingy!” We have heard these remarks and questions from parents and teachers. Behaviors, attitudes, neediness, and more are often spoken as if it is an age phase that will pass. But does it? What about teens and adults? Read more

Lindsay Parson, Homeschool Representative

This is a wise time for homeschooling parents to stop and reflect upon what is working well and what could use some improvement before more time goes by. Read more

Rev. Ryan Nelson, Disability Ministry Coordinator, Church of the Nazarene

God has been so good during the first year of Disability Ministry. We have made some great strides in making the ministry’s resources more accessible to you via Library.wonderfulworksministry.org. Read more

Mark Taylor, Christian School and College/University Representative

Many people refer to snow as a symbol of cleanliness or purity. “God uses the metaphor of ‘whiter than snow,’ surrounding the concept of purity, which comes from Jesus’ sacrifice for our sins. He cleanses us and heals us from our sin-stained lives. This is a miracle. What can get whiter than snow?    Read more

Crystal Gibbons reprinted from the NCM Magazine

In the heart of Yerevan, Armenia, lives Miriam*, a young woman whose journey with the church began at age 7 and has since blossomed into a testament of faith, service, and love for the Kingdom. Read more

Dr. Mark L. Taylor, Christian School and College/University Representative

The Last Straw by Paula Plangi and illustrated by Linda Graves is a true story about the McDonald family’s children. Christmas should be a season of love, warm feelings, and happy hearts. However, with the children’s constant bickering, the pretty packages and a sweet-smelling tree did not come close to filling the McDonald home with the true spirit of the first Christmas. Read more

Rev. Jan Wilton, Public School and Preschool/Early Childhood Representative

One time while staying at my grandparents, I woke early and saw my grandmother sitting at the kitchen table with her Bible and a list of prayer requests. I heard her praying for each of her children and grandchildren by name. I learned that she did this every day. What a blessing it was to know that she prayed for me like that! I would like to remind you and challenge you to pray every day for the students in your classes. Read more