eVoice June 2023

General Assembly 2023

General Convention & Assembly

to watch all services & business

ga2023.nazarene.org

44th General Superintendent elected

T. Scott Daniels was elected the 44th general superintendent of the Church of the Nazarene on the 33rd ballot during the morning business session of the 30th General Assembly and Conventions in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA. He currently serves as the pastor of College Church of the Nazarene in Nampa, Idaho, USA.

45th General Superintendent elected

Christian Sarmiento was elected the 45th general superintendent of the Church of the Nazarene on the 40th ballot during the 30th General Assembly and Conventions in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA. He currently serves as the director of the Church of the Nazarene South America Region.

NMI - Nazarene Missions International

We are people united in our belief that our involvement changes lives worldwide.

Global NMI

Ron Jansen

District NMI President

[email protected]

NWIL NMI Facebook

NWIL NMI President's Facebook

We are Vision.

We are Action.

We are Impact.

NMI Calendar 2023-2024

General Assembly

NWIL Flags were used during the opening service at General Assembly. Ron Jansen transported the flags to Indianapolis and was a part of the flag ceremony. The Church of the Nazarene is in 164 world areas.

Anna Kindle - Missionary - Papua New Guinea

How you can Support Anna

-Pray

-Invite her to speak at your church

email: [email protected]

-Donate on the district website

(tab "GIVE" click "Missionary Anna Kindle"or click ANNA

-Text "NWIL Anna" to 73256 to give using your mobile device. This number will never send unsolicited texts to you. To cancel further messages, text STOP. If you need assistance with text giving, text HELP. Standard text message and data rates may apply.

Anna's Epic Adventure

Giving for Anna can now be made on the Global Nazarene website. Click her name or link below.

Anna Kindle

https://give.nazarene.org/pledge/annakindle

NYI - Nazarene Youth International

NYI-ALLIES Facebook

Global NYI

Nazarene Youth Resources

Ronda Hollars

District NYI President

[email protected]

JULY 4-10, 2023

Click below

NWIL NYC 23 TAMPA

NYC 2023 INFORMATION

NYC - FACEBOOK

Celebrate Life is designed to create purpose, to further develop our students’ abilities and to encourage a solid foundation in Christ. Celebrate Life will also enable our district to come together as a community of Christ and will strengthen the relationship between the NWIL District and Olivet Nazarene University.

Celebrate Life was 05/11/23-05/13/23 at Olivet Nazarene University. NWIL had 106 teens and sponsors attend.

Our district received 4^th place out of 11 districts.

1^st Bowling by 3 points

3^rd Women’s Volleyball

1^st Communication Arts

2^nd Music Arts

1^st 5K

1^st Free Throw

1^st Home Run Derby

3^rd Home Run Derby

Our NWIL ALLIES received the Wendy Parson’s Award

The award is given to the district that shows kindness, Christlike actions, helpful and good sportsmanship. We are so proud of our teens!

Every year there is an offering collected to help someone in need. The District Superintendent in Costa Rica is in need of a car. They have been riding the bus or taking an uber to do their work across the district. The students & sponsors gave $3,268, Field match $3,268, over $10,000 donated by our fields districts. Total given to the DS is Costa Rica is $18,588.

Churches that participated.

Bridgeway, Eureka Grace, Family, Galesburg, Havana, Marseilles, Pekin First, Peoria Nazarene, Point of Change, Rockford Samuelson Road, Smithfield, Sterling First, Summit. Next year, we would like to see more of our NWIL ALLIES participate. If your church has never participated and you have questions, please contact Pam Smith, CL Director. [email protected]

NYC 2023

Attention: sponsors & parents

Online meeting June 25 at 4:00pm

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86250032415

Final details regarding NYC!

NWIL NYC Director: Carole Eatock

[email protected]

Registrar: Pamela Smith

[email protected]

Soul Survivor Camp

Registration: June 1-July 11

DEADLINE TO REGISTER: July 11, 2023

ONLINE REGISTRATION & ONLINE PAYMENT ONLY

Cost for students & sponsors: $75

Campers & Sponsors pay $75. Includes: meals, 2 nights lodging, t-shirt & supplies needed for camp. Teens that have completed 7th-12th grade can attend

Event dates: July 28-30

Arrival time: 6:16pm on July 28

Departure time: 1:00pm on July 30

Registration & full details: Soul Survivor Camp

NYI - Teen Bible Quizzing

Global Center Links

Competition Resources

Local Youth Leader

Heather Johnson

NYI Quiz Director

[email protected]

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Schedule 2023-2024

09/15/23 - Smithfield

10/21/23 - Quizfest - Olivet

11/11/23 - TBD

12/01/23-12/02/23 - St. Louis

01/21/24 - Pekin First

02/17/24 - South Bend, IN

03/09/24 - TBD

Bible quizzing is about "guiding our youth into the Word and the Word into their lives."

About Youth Quizzing

The Bible quizzing program launched as a ministry of the Church of the Nazarene during the 1964 General Nazarene Young People’s Convention and was immediately well-received. Quizzing is a unique and exciting ministry for youth that combines Bible study, mentoring, competition, fellowship, discipleship, and mission. In addition to developing a devotion to God’s Word and lifelong habits of Bible study in youth, quizzing creates and builds up a community of young disciples and servants, steadily adding to a vast pool of leadership and continually strengthening the church and its ministries. More and more teenagers and youth leaders are realizing just what an impact quizzing can have in their lives and in the lives of people around the world!

Youth Quizzing Values

As a ministry of Nazarene Youth International (NYI), Nazarene Youth Bible Quizzing shares the values that NYI recognizes as important dimensions of the holy life. We seek to reflect these values in all we do.

We value the Bible… God’s unchanging truth for our lives.
We value Prayer… vital interactive communication with our heavenly father.
We value the Church… a global holiness community of faith, diverse in culture but one in Christ.
We value Worship… life-changing encounters with an intimate God.
We value Discipleship… a lifestyle of becoming like Christ.
We value Community… building relationships that help bind us together and to God.
We value Witness… sharing God’s love in word and deed.
We value Holiness… a work of grace whereby God, through the working of His Holy Spirit, enables us to live a life representing Christ in who we are and in everything we do.

NDI - Nazarene Discipleship International

Michael Downs

District NDI Chair

[email protected]

NDI Journey Newsletter

USA/CANADA Children's Ministry

GLOBAL CHILDREN'S MINISTRY

Charlotte More

District Children's Director

[email protected]

Please join our facebook group NWIL Children's Ministry

NDI - Children's Quizzing

Schedule 2023-2024

11/11/23 - North Pekin

02/10/24 - Pekin First

04/13/24 - Eureka Grace

Rosie Furston, Children's Quizzing Director [email protected]

Please join our Facebook group

NWIL Children's Bible Quizzing

Information will be posted regarding upcoming meets and events.

What is Children's Bible Quizzing?

Children's Bible Quizzing is a Bible study for children ages 6 through 12 (USA grades 1-6). It is important to help children know what the Bible says so they can demonstrate biblical teachings in real-life situations. Quizzing also teaches children about God.

There are six books in the Children’s Bible Quizzing study series that have been specifically chosen for children to gain an overarching understanding of the chronology and meaning of the Bible.

(Acts, Genesis, Exodus, Joshua/Judges/Ruth, 1 & 2 Samuel, Matthew)

Each Bible study not only helps children understand this chronology, but the people in each lesson come to life as children learn about their humanity and God’s plan to make all things new. While God sometimes uses miracles to achieve His purposes, He often works in relationship with His beloved creation: people.

The Philosophy and Purpose of Quizzing

The philosophy of Children’s Quizzing is Bible study. It is important to help children know what the Bible says and help them demonstrate biblical teachings in actual life situations. The goal of Children’s Quizzing is for children to know the God of the Bible.

The purpose of Children’s Quizzing Bible study and competition is to help children:

Desire to study the Bible.
Get acquainted with basic Bible study.
Grow in understanding of the overall chronology of the Bible.
Learn that God is the central character and Hero of the Bible.
Gain increased understanding of God as He is revealed in each study.
Understand how people in the Bible interacted with God, and know how people today may do so also.
Enjoy quizzing competition.
Grow in the ability to reflect Christian attitudes and behaviors during competition.

In Children's Bible Quizzing, each child challenges himself or herself to reach award levels. In this approach, children quiz against a base of knowledge, not each other. The multiple-choice method of competition allows every child to answer every question. This approach makes it possible for every child to score a perfect score.

KIDS CAMP

Early bird cost: $220 if registered

before June 19th.

June 19-July 1: $270

Registration ends: July 1st

Full details & registration links: KC2023

~News from around the District~

DISTRICT EVENTS

MARK YOUR CALENDARS

Kids Camp - July 13-16, 2023 - Olivet

Team Day - August 5, 2023 - Pekin First

Olivet Nazarene University

EDUCATION WITH A CHRISTIAN PURPOSE

With more than 140 areas of study, 3500 enrolled students, and a stunning campus, Olivet Nazarene University stands tall as one of the nation’s premier hubs of learning and faith. Our nationally recognized academic programs, title-winning athletics, vibrant, energized social climate and countless ministry opportunities make this place unique. Olivet seamlessly integrates passion and calling with career preparedness. VIEW ALL AREAS OF STUDY | EXPLORE YOUR INTERESTS

ONU Plus

Local, Affordable and Fully Accredited

Olivet's Extension Site Program

Olivet Nazarene University is grounded in faith. Not just in a historical way, but as a relevant force in what we do today. Olivet Nazarene University’s mission is to equip you for lives of service to God and humanity. And that mission is not limited to Bourbonnais, Illinois. Through ONU PLUS, Olivet proudly partners with churches and similar organizations around the country to better suit your needs in your community.

Along with receiving a fully-accredited degree, you will also receive practicum experience through ONU PLUS. Throughout the program, each degree will allow students to gain practical knowledge through internships which count for up to three credit hours per semester. This amounts to 8-10 weekly hours of firsthand leadership, ministry, and workplace experience.

Download the 2023 Program Catalog

Click for more information: ONU+

NWIL Information

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NWIL Online Church Services

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