Adult Ministries Connection provides information and links to resources which will help prepare, challenge, and inspire women and men to a life of Christian discipleship. If you have a question or a suggestion, please send it to adultministries@nazarene.org.
Dr. J. K. Warrick by Dr. J. K. Warrick: General Superintendent It was in July of 1974 when Francis Schaffer, the eminent philosopher and theologian, was challenged by his son to respond to what he considered to be the rise and decline of Western thought and culture. You will remember a part of his... Read More...
March 23-26, 2010 Chateau on the Lake Resort Prime Time is pleased to announce the 2010 retreat in Branson, Missouri, one of our most popular and requested retreat sites. Branson is a charming, friendly, and picturesque town nestled in the Ozarks Mountains of southwest Missouri. Chateau on the Lake ... Read More...
During the 2009 Sunday School and Discipleship International (SDMI) Convention, Adult Ministries International recognized outstanding leaders. Mrs. Cheryl Roland received the Servant Leadership Award for Women’s Ministries. In our interview we asked some relevent questions: How did you become inv... Read More...
People come together for all sorts of reasons, including worship, athletic contests, and to protest or to acclaim a concept or idea. In this fast-paced world, however, coming together either physically or in spirit for prayer is not so prevalent. It is, however, held in very high esteem both in Sc... Read More...
Since divorce has become more socially accepted in our culture, many Christians fail to acknowledge the consequences of divorce upon families, especially the children. Some think there is no longer a need for specific ministry to those affected by it. Yet, the research shouts that divorce has a long... Read More...
Many people are facing the reality of lost employment. As they face the uncertainty of the future, they may wonder: How will I pay my bills? What is going to happen to my family? How do I define myself when people ask, what I do? Read More...
November 12-14, 2009, Nashville, Tennessee Would you like to experience your full, exciting inheritance in Christ? Then don’t miss the 4th Annual Come to the Fire Conference, November 12-14, 2009, in Nashville, Tennessee. Hosted by First Church of the Nazarene, this interdenominational event desig... Read More...
I have a series of different scars on my body. They evoke memories of places and situations. For some of them I’m happy to share only limited information because total revelation shows too much of my folly or obstinacy, or of a negative character-building moment. My scars are reminders of choices ... Read More...
Servant Leadership Award Recipient During the 2009 Sunday School and Discipleship International (SDMI) Convention, Adult Ministries International recognized outstanding leaders. Ronda Williams received the Servant Leadership Award for Single Adult Ministries. Read the interview with Ronda. Read More...
Nazarene Marriage Enrichment (NME) is a program specifically designed and sponsored by the Church of the Nazarene to meet the needs of families in today’s world. Read More...
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People come together for all sorts of reasons, including worship, athletic contests, and to protest or to acclaim a concept or idea. In this fast-paced world, however, coming together either physically...
I have a series of different scars on my body. They evoke memories of places and situations. For some of them I’m happy to share only limited information because total revelation shows too much of my...
Dr. Paul Tarrant The only problem with this life is other people – having to live with them; be accountable to them; being expected to agree with them when they are definitely wrong; or to listen to...
By Judge Charles A. Davis Florida 2nd District Court of Appeals As a child and teenager, I was keenly aware of my father’s lack of a formal education. Reared during the Great Depression, he obtained...
Thomas Paine writing in The Crisis noted: “These are the times that try men’s souls.” That phrase certainly can also be applied to the economic downturn we are experiencing.
Since divorce has become more socially accepted in our culture, many Christians fail to acknowledge the consequences of divorce upon families, especially the children. Some think there is no longer a need...
Servant Leadership Award Recipient During the 2009 Sunday School and Discipleship International (SDMI) Convention, Adult Ministries International recognized outstanding leaders. Ronda Williams received...
Are you a college graduate “going back home” to live for a time? Have you wondered how your growing independence will mesh with the established family routine? Here are some tips that will help you...
New furniture, new paint, new carpet, new dishes, and new decorations are some changes we make to give familiar surroundings a new look. With this issue, Solo Perspective becomes Single Purpose.
SUBMITTED BY DR. LINDA HARDIN, COORDINATOR OF SINGLES MINISTRIES A group of Single Adult Ministries (SAM) leaders asked the question, "Do we need Single Adult Ministries"? Realizing they needed to hear...
On July 18, 2008, while taking his grandson for a motorcycle ride near his Ashland, Kentucky home, Russell L. “Rusty” Bellomy was killed tragically and his grandson seriously injured by a drunk driver....
Excitement mounted moment by moment on Saturday, June 27, as Nazarene bikers streamed into Rockledge (FL) Nazarene Church for the first-ever, Nazarene Motorcycle Fellowship (NMF) event. Held in conjunction...
David Middendorf by David Middendorf The Nazarene Motorcycle Fellowship will be a clearinghouse of information and resources for individuals and churches that are interested in ministering to their local...
EMAIL US your up-coming events or follow-up information to mensministries@nazarene.org. Be sure and include your web site and email address. UPCOMING BIKER EVENTS AND FOLLOW-UP Be sure and let us know...
For the first time in the Hispanic ministries of USA-Canada, February 23 to March 3, 2010, a group of Hispanic Sunday School teachers from California and the western states will receive a 12-hour training...
Continuing Lay Training (CLT) has released its sixth Lay Ministry Study course, John Wesley’s Theology.
Continuing Lay Training (CLT) is experiencing tremendous growth. To date CLT has awarded 3,413 more credits than given last year.
Have you ever felt there was a clear disconnect between the church of the New Testament and your experience in your congregation? I think we probably all have.
The Discipleship Place is pleased to announce the release of our free leader's guide for the new book, The Soul-Mate Marriage. You will enjoy using this leader's guide for your small group. During your...
Prime Time Retreat—“Prime Timers Make a Difference” Arizona District Church of the Nazarene February 26-27, 2010 Chandler First Church of the Nazarene (301 N. Hartford Street, Chandler, Arizona)...
Arizona District Prime Time Ministries has scheduled a retreat and tour for 2010.
By Derl Keefer I confess; I am directionally challenged! Even coming out of my own driveway my wife will say, “Why are you going this way; the store is the other direction?” After years of frustration...
March 23-26, 2010 Chateau on the Lake Resort Prime Time is pleased to announce the 2010 retreat in Branson, Missouri, one of our most popular and requested retreat sites. Branson is a charming, friendly,...
Prime Time Day is observed by Nazarene congregations on National Grandparent’s Day, the first Sunday after Labor Day. On this Sunday, Nazarene churches across the US set aside time to express appreciation...
During the 2009 Sunday School and Discipleship International (SDMI) Convention, Adult Ministries International recognized outstanding leaders. Mrs. Cheryl Roland received the Servant Leadership Award for...
November 12-14, 2009, Nashville, Tennessee Would you like to experience your full, exciting inheritance in Christ? Then don’t miss the 4th Annual Come to the Fire Conference, November 12-14, 2009, in...
Celebrating our first grandchild’s 16th birthday was a milestone—for Cathryn and me.
Individually Collectively are words with opposite meanings, but in a Christian context they make sense. Our Christian life is based on a personal relationship with Jesus Christ with the goal of becoming...
Video cell phones. iPods. PlayStations. Did you know these standard accessories in many homes could mean potential danger to your children and teens?
Nazarene Marriage Enrichment (NME) is a program specifically designed and sponsored by the Church of the Nazarene to meet the needs of families in today’s world.
Click this link and download a very helpful marriage ministry resource. Dialogue the Ten Commandments Ten dialogues couples can use privately based on each commandment. Great take-home assignment for...
MAKING A MARRIAGE Wherever you are in your marriage journey-from contemplating marriage to having spent many years with your spouse-you will benefit from the wisdom of Making a Marriage. Written by Christian...
The Healthy Marriage Study Series are five sessions on practical holiness as it relates to husbands and wives growing and becoming all that Christ wants them to be. The sessions can be used in the context...
A healthy Christian marriage promotes a healthy Christian family. The two are inextricably linked. Our mission in Family Life Ministries is to ground every family relationship and marriage upon the Lordship...
Many people are facing the reality of lost employment. As they face the uncertainty of the future, they may wonder: How will I pay my bills? What is going to happen to my family? How do I define myself...
Moving Forward After Divorce, the newest book by Christian authors, speakers, and counselors, Dr. David and Lisa Frisbie, is now available in Spanish. The Center's newest book title for divorce care...
Dr. J. K. Warrick by Dr. J. K. Warrick: General Superintendent It was in July of 1974 when Francis Schaffer, the eminent philosopher and theologian, was challenged by his son to respond to what he considered...
Are You a Marriage-Saving Church? The above link is a handout resource for church boards to answer 8 questions about their strategy for marrying a couple. It makes a wonderful resource for part of...
New programs and resources to help develop Christ-centered marriages are being offered to every Nazarene pastor and layperson.
Mr. Jones, a faithful but very tired Christian, dies and goes to heaven. St. Peter is stationed at the gate of heaven waiting to take Mr. Jones on a tour. After a short greeting, they walk together, viewing all the glories of heaven.
Celebrating our first grandchild’s 16th birthday was a milestone—for Cathryn and me.
The Discipleship Place is pleased to announce the release of our free leader's guide for the new book, 
Individually Collectively are words with opposite meanings, but in a Christian context they make sense.
November 12-14, 2009, Nashville, Tennessee
Are you a college graduate “going back home” to live for a time? Have you wondered how your growing independence will mesh with the established family routine? Here are some tips that will help you navigate through these sometimes turbulent waters.