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NMI Highlight
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June Focus -
World Mission Broadcast
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World Mission Broadcast (WMB) and Nazarene Missions International (NMI) have a long history of partnership.
The annual offering for WMB remains as one of the offerings NMI officially supports. The offering provides resources that reach millions of people around the world with the Gospel.
The current World Mission Broadcast ministry statistics are:
34 Languages
72 Countries
140 Programs
Holiness programming, delivered over the airwaves, literally sends the message of Jesus' redeeming love around the world. Listeners are responding and turning their hearts and lives to Christ.
 Cabanatuan - World Mission Broadcast
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5 Ways to Cope with the Worst Boss Ever
A friend of mine loves to talk about the worst boss he ever had. His boss was the manager of a factory where he worked part time while a student. His boss apparently believed that the best way to motivate people was by yelling at them, and that everything that went wrong was their fault-including the weather.
Have you ever had a lousy boss? Nearly everyone has, or will. Blogger Michael Hyatt has identified the Top-10 Characteristics of Lousy Leaders. See if you've ever worked for someone who exhibited one or more of these traits:
- They don't have enough confidence to lead at their level.
- They're arrogant, assuming they always know what's best.
- They're disorganized.
- Their words and actions erode trust, even with their supporters.
- They over-promise and under-deliver.
- They don't articulate a clear vision.
- They don't enroll others in their initiatives.
- They're not transparent.
- They're blind to what's happening in their own organizations.
- They don't hold people accountable-especially themselves.
Whether it's ignorance, insecurity, incompetence-or some combination of the three-some people simply are not able to lead well in their current position. And these bosses can make your life miserable.
Best-selling author
Mitch Albom
quips, "The wrong boss can make even the ideal job a holy terror. The wrong boss can make you wake up in a cold sweat, make you dread the alarm clock, make you question your self-worth and even contemplate some things you never thought you'd do."
If you find yourself working for someone like that, there are better ways to cope than just hiding in the back room. Here are some things I've learned over the years about dealing with a lousy boss.
1. Be Straightforward.
If you are being unfairly treated, say so. Nobody deserves to be yelled at or blamed for things they haven't done. Stand up for yourself, even if it means you might get fired.
2. Be Diligent.
Having a bad boss is no excuse for being a poor employee. Always do your best, even if you feel that your employer does not deserve it. Remember, you ultimately work for the Lord, not your supervisor.
3. Bring a Good Attitude.
The boss's bad attitude can infect the workplace like a poison. But you can bring the antidote in the form of smiles, optimism, and encouragement.
4. Don't Accept the Boss's Judgment.
Your employer may not approve of you or the work you do, but they are not your ultimate judge. Do your best. Keep a clear conscience, and maintain your self-esteem. Don't allow people you don't respect to make you disrespect yourself.
5. Remember that No Job Lasts Forever.
And neither does a boss. Jobs and bosses come and go. Consider this a season in your life, and learn what you can from it.
You will have many bosses in your life, no doubt. And you will also be a leader in your home, your work, and your community. What can you do to become a better employee-and a better boss?
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Would you like an exciting way to promote World Mission Broadcast Ministries?
Hear Nazarene broadcasters from around the globe, tell your people the latest news, stories of lives transformed, and ways to pray for WMB in a
"Personalized WMB Audio Greeting."
Hear the team greet your church and congregation by name! These greetings are a perfect way to bring the voice of WMB into the midst of your church service, Faith Promise gathering, or NMI convention.
Follow this link to the email address to order, and tell us specifically who the greetings should be made out to, for example: "To the congregation of the Deer Park Church of the Nazarene, Pastor Don Swinson, and NMI President Grace Smith."
Click this link for a sample of the
personalized greetings!
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Highlands of Papua New Guinea
Back in April of 2015, we reported on the excitement in the highlands as the Rural Health Services program of Nazarene Health Ministries, was taking yet another step toward sharing the news of God's Son to the people of the Highlands. Message of the Son, Power of the Sun, and You...What do these three things have in common?
This week we are excited to bring an update on this project! The first part of the project was to have our visiting missionary friend, Bill Wright (an Electrical Engineer who has helped Kudjip many times before) come and install the first solar system in Dusin. He took along with him, Nazarene Missionary Tim Deuel, who himself is an electrical lineman. Tim has done a lot of work on the mission house at Dusin and will be able to help make future adjustments or repairs to the system at the new clinic.
Click here to read how this project is moving forward! |
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Benguet, Philippines
The Philippine Nazarene College (PNC) is pleased to announce the election of Rev. Marcos Eugenio as the new PNC president, effective June 1, 2015.
Mark, as his family, friends and colleagues fondly call him, is still overwhelmed with the recent announcement.
"I did not dream of becoming president,"
said Mark.
He now remembers the time when he applied for a teaching position at PNC back in 1999, where a theology professor told him,
"Why are you applying for a teaching position? Apply for presidency!"
Even then, Mark already showed potential to lead. Fast forward to 16 years after the shared anecdote, the theology professor's statement became true.
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Wainuiomata, New Zealand
Students from Point Loma Nazarene University (PLNU) had the time of their lives when they recently participated in the university's Short Term Mission Program in Wainuiomata, a large suburb in the Wellington Region of New Zealand's North Island.
The group, who called themselves the LoveWorks Team, consisted of 12 students and two adult leaders. After an 18-hour trip across the Pacific Ocean, and upon reaching their destination, the team wasted no time and immediately spent their first weekend at Wainuiomata Church near Wellington.
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Australia
Rev. Ray Neu will be conducting a 5-day Tell The Story training at Nazarene Theological College (NTC), Brisbane, which will be held June 9 - 13, 2015.
This interactive story-based learning class could be taken by students as Continuing Education, Lay Training, or for NTC Credit. It is also for participants who simply want to join and who enjoy learning how they can tell the stories of God with more accuracy, spirit and zest. The class is recommended for church and small group leaders, as well as people interested in learning to disciple others. Another unique feature of this class offering is that it will be made available through video conference.
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| Watch the Tell THE Story Promo! |
Follow this link for more information on the course...
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Any time you're living on leadership overload, what you're doing isn't good. Cry out to God. Agree that His priorities are wise and doable, by His power working mightily within. Actively cooperate as He teaches you to delegate, to grow people to maturity, and to stand before Him on behalf of those you lead.
"If you handle the work this way, you'll have the strength to carry out whatever God commands you, and the people in their settings will flourish."
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Small groups are an essential component to the development of Christlike disciples. While corporate worship is equally important, it is in the context of small groups where the Word of God can be deeply explored, questions can be discussed, and insights gained in an environment that promotes dialogue.
While many of us are excited to be involved in a small group, the thought of personally leading one can be quite intimidating. This great short video has 10 tips to leading an effective small group.
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APNTS Announces PhD Classes for November-December 2015.
(For PhD in HCD, PhD in Transformational Learning, and PhD in Transformational Development)
| Nov. 2-6 |
Dr. Laura Sandidge |
Learners with Special Needs (for PhD & Masters) |
| Nov. 2-13 |
Dr. Fletcher Tink & Dr. Melba Maggay |
Culture, Context, and Worldview (for PhD only) |
| Nov. 16-27 |
Dr. Dick Eugenio & Prof. Larnie Sam Tabuena |
Philosophy and Theology of Transformation (for PhD Only) |
| Dec. 7-18 |
Dr. Joanna Soberano |
Spirituality and Transformational Learning for PhD Only) - to be confirmed. |
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Dan Reiland
Every year I get a complete physical from my doctor. It's a thorough check-up from head to toe. I usually have the same initial thoughts to this invasive, needle sticking, blood sucking, finger poking experience. First, I'm too busy for this. I just don't have time. Second, this is not going to be fun! Third, I don't want to know what I might learn! But the end result is always the same. I'm glad I did it, and it always leads to continued or better health.
Your church/ministry is similar to this experience. No one really wants to do a thorough and honest evaluation, but you are wise to do so. It leads to better church health and robust performance!
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Free Webinar -
June 9th, 2pm Central Daylight Time
June 10th, 3am Singapore Time
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Stewardship Ministries is offering a free School of Stewardship webinar on church fraud June 9 at 2 p.m, (Central Daylight Time - USA). This is 1900 UTC.
Certified fraud examiner Glenn Miller and Pastor Jeff Klick from the Institute for Church Management will share how churches can recognize and respond to financial fraud. Time will be reserved for attendee questions. Lifelong learning hours will be credited to all eligible attendees.
Reserve your place at this webinar by registering now.
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This newsletter is a ministry of your Asia-Pacific Regional Communications Office. Please submit questions or comments to: Regional Communications Coordinator
Connie Aebischer - Editor - Around the Region News
World Mission Communications Asia-Pacific
Ortigas Avenue Extension
Taytay, Rizal, Philippines
Around the Region is released each week on Saturday. If you have news to share, please forward to our office by Friday at noon (PHT).
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