District HIGHLIGHTS. Joplin Church of the Nazarene. Winter

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Joplin Church of the Nazarene District HIGHLIGHTS Winter 2013-2014 Dear Joplin ministry team, "I will build my church, and the gates of Hades will not over come it.

This week our district hosted the largest ever church planting conference in the history of our denomination in the USA.

) Pr aise God for the faithfulness of our pastors and leaders who braved the storm and drove through dangerous road conditions Rev. Mark Bane two weeks before Christmas. Wow!

1 Joplin Church of the Nazarene District HIGHLIGHTS Winter Dear Joplin ministry team, "I will build my church, and the gates of Hades will not over come it." Matthew 16:18 God is building His church on the Joplin District. Praise God for a great beginning. Our first six months together have been wonderful. God is helping. This week our district hosted the largest ever church planting conference in the history of our denomination in the USA. In the middle of a snow storm, we had 86 people show up to train and learn how to plant churches. A total of 57 from the Joplin District were present (See a picture below of the faithful.) Pr aise God for the faithfulness of our pastors and leaders who braved the storm and drove through dangerous road conditions Rev. Mark Bane two weeks before Christmas. Wow! I am so grateful to be a part of a committed team District Superintendent of ministers and lay leaders. If you have not yet been to the Church Planting training yet, another training is planned March 17- in Springfield. More information to come. It is clear that God is up to something great on the Joplin District. Thanks for your many prayers and efforts to make Christ-like disciples. It is working. Many have asked about Cheri and me and our housing. We are finally in our home. We moved the week of Thanksgiving and are unpacking boxes we haven't seen the contents of for 6 months. Every box that is opened is like having Christmas all over again. Thanks to those who helped us transport from our rental to our new home. I am praying you all have a great season of celebrating our Lord's birth. It is the greatest time of year for His Church. Honored to serve with you, Mark J Bane Front Row: Dale Samuels, Rigoberto Agustin, Bill Wiesman, Mark Bane, Chris Carver, Second Row: Luis Lopez, Ismael Lopez Hernandez, Faithe Haeck, Bri Morrison, Angie Brasfield, Gene Dement, Joyce Dement, Sheila Pollard, Moisés Márquez, Maryilyn Baker, Jim Cariker, Mark Hatcher, Bill Knight; Third Row: Jeremy Henderson Jackie West, Jerry Kazmaier, Mike Hull, Samuel Cordova, Daniela Torres, Sandra Cordova, Leon Hendrix, Donna Mikhail, Roger McGuire, Fred Toomey, Jim Sukraw, Darrel Bisel, Mike Richardson, Brian Harris, John Prichard, Kevin McDonald, Gary Swearengin, Rodney Tucker, Noel George, Tom Waller, Fourth Row: Rob Musick, Rick Haworth, Eder Aguirre, Wendell Daniel, Phil Rhoades, Josh Griffith, Josh Shouse, Brent Pankey, Titus Teed, Tim Martin, Wayne Rose, Leon Hendrix, Scott Moore, Dustin Ledford, Stephen Morrison, Kyle Rogers, Grant Foster, Nathan Haeck, Landon Letsinger, Don Baker, Jay Dick, Darren Melton

Joplin District Ministry Retreat March 3-6, 2014 Hilton Convention Center Branson, MO Speaker: Dr.

16, 2014 Joplin District Bi-Vocational Ministry Retreat February 28-March 2, 2014 Hilton Convention Center Branson, MO This is for pastors, associates, retired pastors and evangelists who cannot

Their first Sunday was September 29. Rev. Shipley was formerly at the Columbus, Kansas Church before he retired. Springfield Grace Rev.

Faithe Haeck along with their children Emma (4) and Timothy (2). Their first Sunday was December 15. The Haeck s came from Gracepointe Church of the Nazarene, Atlanta. Buffalo, Missouri Rev.

New Members Carthage First: Bill Cardwell, Martha Cardwell, Joyce Carter, Barbara Clarke, Jake Evans, Sasha Evans, Danny Fraizer, Brandi Mojica, Gerardo Mojica, Brianna Morrison, Michael Morrison,

2 Joplin District Ministry Retreat March 3-6, 2014 Hilton Convention Center Branson, MO Speaker: Dr. Jim Kraemer This is for pastors, associates, retired pastors and evangelists (Details were sent to each church) Registration Deadline: Jan. 16, 2014 Joplin District Bi-Vocational Ministry Retreat February 28-March 2, 2014 Hilton Convention Center Branson, MO This is for pastors, associates, retired pastors and evangelists who cannot attent Ministry Retreat due to work. (Details were sent to each church) Registration Deadline: Jan. 16, 2014 WELCOME NEW PASTORS: Lamar: Rev. Jim & Sue Shipley are the new pastors at Lamar. Their first Sunday was September 29. Rev. Shipley was formerly at the Columbus, Kansas Church before he retired. Springfield Grace Rev. Leon & Rhonda Hendrix began their ministry at Springfield Grace in October. They were previously at Webb City. Webb City welcomes Rev. Nathan & Rev. Faithe Haeck along with their children Emma (4) and Timothy (2). Their first Sunday was December 15. The Haeck s came from Gracepointe Church of the Nazarene, Atlanta. Buffalo, Missouri Rev. Rodney Tucker has planted a new-start church in Buffalo, Missouri. New Members Carthage First: Bill Cardwell, Martha Cardwell, Joyce Carter, Barbara Clarke, Jake Evans, Sasha Evans, Danny Fraizer, Brandi Mojica, Gerardo Mojica, Brianna Morrison, Michael Morrison, Brenda Morrison, John Morrison, Caitlyn Swopes; Coffeyville Central: Brandon Gaulf, Minday Kimrey, Thomas Kimrey, Sanra Tullis; Columbus: Ernest Shelton, Norma Shelton, Bryan Shelton, Phillip Estle, Melissa Estle; Garnett: Bob Diehl, Judi Diehl, Amanda Lattimer, Linda Lattimer, Hannah Mead, Loriene Roberts; Independence First: Evan Carnes, Jeff Carnes, Lanae Carnes, Heather Copithke, Keith Copithke, Beverly Hight, Evan Knight, John O Brien, Roger Peck; Monett: Titus Fox; Parsons: Robin Gudde, Terry Gudde, Margaret Hendley, Joyce Martin, Amber Meir, Amy Smith, Jessica Smith, Jesse Smith; Springfield Scenic: Chala Baker, Matthew Baker, Cindy Davis, Ed Davis, Jimmy Hughes, Terri Hughes, Tally Shaw Baptisms Ava Highway: Savannah Bryan, Debbie Cogdill, Brock Gray, Mason Hanger, Marley Hanger, Drew Henry, Molly Henry, Chelsey Kutz, Jason Mahan, Mariah Premer, Melody Premer, Brianna Robertson, Brittany Robertson, Judd Watterson; Cold Creek Cowboy: David King, Mike Lee; Columbus: Justin Bidwell, Lori Bidwell, Allison Gilbert, Bryan Lane, Gatlynn Woods; Elk City: Gavin Biven, Shayla Brown, Gladys Davis, Anastasia Haymond, Trista Miller, Daniel Mitchell, Jayden Rosenhoover; Fort Scott: Chrystaleah Doherty, Chuck Harris, Derrick Johnson, Emma Scott; Marionville: Cathy Carroll, Debbie Lane, Faron Leamon, Zymian Long, Dakota Wilson; Parsons: Jamie Dover, Margaret Hendley, Alison Hinman, Sydney Pemberton, Katelyn Valdez

Nazarene Missions International President, Rhonda Rhoades 8 Park Rd., Garnett, KS 66032 M erry Christmas and Happy New Year from your NMI Council!

The Mission is Possible as we trust in the Word of God, "All things are possible through Christ Jesus who strengthens us.

3 Nazarene Missions International President, Rhonda Rhoades 8 Park Rd., Garnett, KS M erry Christmas and Happy New Year from your NMI Council! As we celebrate these two Holidays we are reminded that 1/2 of our year is over and now is the time to check up on all your WEF and district opportunities for giving in the Name of Jesus. The Mission is Possible as we trust in the Word of God, "All things are possible through Christ Jesus who strengthens us." I know that together we can be a 100% District with every congregation participating and giving. I hope that every Joplin Nazarene makes prayer and fasting a priority for this new year. We must cry out to the LORD in faith and humility as we seek His heart and His desires for our personal life, our local church and our District! Together we are strong. Blessings, Rhonda Rhoades December Emphasis How does your church do Nazarene Compassionate Ministries Crisis Care Kits? School Pal Paks? Child Sponsorship? 30-Hour Famine? Ministry Projects? NCM Magazine? We trust that you are in the business of meeting physical and spiritual needs through one of these and/or other means. May God bless you and your church for the many ways that you reach out in compassion to those near and far! Please Remember to pray now and in the months to come for our Philippine brothers and sisters as they process through the devastation of a crippling earthquake followed three weeks later by a typhoon unlike any others that have made landfall. Pray for those that have lost loved ones. Pray for those that have no place to live. Pray for the temporary disaster workers as they try to help, but especially pray for the Christian community there as they reach out to assist those in their communities. Please consider helping in any and all ways that you can. To give a donation electronically, visit Thank you! January Emphasis Mission Corps and Volunteer Ministries There IS a way for you to get involved. Find information at February Emphasis Alabaster giving the gift of LOVE that keeps on loving land or buildings on our mission fields.

Sunday School and Discipleship Ministries, Int l Chairman: Rev. Ford Hall 00 W.

Phillips Cost is $119 per person (2 per room) which includes 2 nights lodging, 5 meals and conference materials Spend a weekend with Christian Singles Meet new friends and make long-lasting

Identify the self-talk that holds you back from achieving your goals.

Church Carthage, MO 64836 Speakers & Worship Leaders: Kim McLean & Devon O Day Kim McLean (Nashville, TN) is a Dove Award winning songwriter with over two hundred songs recorded in Christian

She is in the worship team and a speaker at Come to the Fire. Devon O Day (Nashville, TN) hosts a radio show on 100 radio stations.

4 Sunday School and Discipleship Ministries, Int l Chairman: Rev. Ford Hall 00 W. 1st, Coffeyville, KS Singles Christian Get-Away Weekend February -, 2014 Stone Castle Resort 3050 Green Mountain Drive, Branson, MO Speaker: Dr Dan & Diane Holmes Worship Leader: Rod Phillips Cost is $119 per person (2 per room) which includes 2 nights lodging, 5 meals and conference materials Spend a weekend with Christian Singles Meet new friends and make long-lasting friendships Join Rod Phillips with worship music and a wonderful concert on Saturday evening Dan & Diane will share how Philippians 4:8-9 can change your life Achieve the Life God wants for you Identify the self-talk that holds you back from achieving your goals. Join this powerful weekend for Christian Singles For more info contact Barb at or Donna at Joplin District Women s Retreat Saturday, April 5, 2014 Fairview Christian Church Carthage, MO Speakers & Worship Leaders: Kim McLean & Devon O Day Kim McLean (Nashville, TN) is a Dove Award winning songwriter with over two hundred songs recorded in Christian genres. Kim was inspired to write the song, Come to the Fire, Discover Your Promise, Reflect His Glory, and other songs for the Come to the Fire Conference. She is in the worship team and a speaker at Come to the Fire. Devon O Day (Nashville, TN) hosts a radio show on 100 radio stations. Her voice is heard on promotions and programs for The Billy Graham Crusade, KFC, the National Day of Prayer and many others. She was a Dove Awards announcer for five years. She is in the worship team and a speaker at Come to the Fire. Details will be sent out at a later date. Women s Retreat Director: Brenda Prichard Mark Your Calendars Now Bus Trip to Come to the Fire 2014 October 1-4, 2014 Grove City Church of the Nazarene Grove City, Ohio (Columbus area) For more information contact: Come to the Fire Director: Donna Mikhail at

Nazarene Youth International President, Rev.

Nixa, MO 65714 January 11 Monett, MO February 1

MO North Central Region YES Conference Jan 24 -,

University Cost $ Includes lodging, training, &

HEAR God s Call EXPLORE God s Call PREPARE for

org January 3-5 Director: Selena Freeman

com Begins Friday 7:00 pm Ends Sunday 1:00 pm

Cost $60 (Includes lodging and all meals) Please

Independence, Kansas For Pastor s Kids 6 grade -

5 Nazarene Youth International President, Rev. Fred Toomey 574 Canterbury Ln. Nixa, MO January 11 Monett, MO February 1 Pittsburg, KS District Quiz February - Carthage, MO North Central Region YES Conference Jan 24 -, 2014 Youth Equipped to Serve MidAmerica Nazarene University Cost $ Includes lodging, training, & meals at MNU Quiz Director: Vicki Sokolnick, sokolnik@centurytel.net For all students 9th-12th grade who would like to explore God s call. Session 1: Session 2: Session 3-5: Session 6: HEAR God s Call EXPLORE God s Call PREPARE for God s Call EMBRACE God s Call Registration form due JANUARY 7 Form available at January 3-5 Director: Selena Freeman freemanjf@yahoo.com Begins Friday 7:00 pm Ends Sunday 1:00 pm Maranatha Bible Camp Hwy WW Everton, MO Cost $60 (Includes lodging and all meals) Please call if scholarships are needed March 7-8, 2014 Independence, Kansas For Pastor s Kids 6 grade - ish. For rule and regulation hand book go to: Director: Jon Hall Contact: Stephen Morrision bam_bam91085@hotmail.com or Selena Freeman freemansjf@yahoo.com

6 Joplin District Statistical Report Unified Ministry Fund Report as of November Sunday School Report Church District MNU P & B S.S. Avg R.L. Worship Aurora Ava Highway Baxter Springs Bolivar First Bradleyville Branson Buffalo Butler Camdenton New Life Caney Carl Junction Carthage First Cassville Chanute Cherryvale Clinton Coffeyville Central Coffeyville First Cold Creek Cowboy Columbus Deepwater Crossroads Dogwood El Dorado Springs Elk City Forsyth Trinity Fort Scott Galena Parkhill Garnett Goodhope Goodman Banner Independence Iola Joplin Calvary Joplin First Lamar Living Hope Lebanon Living Faith (Girard) Mansfield Marionville Marshfield McCune Monett Monett Hispanic Mount Vernon Mountain Grove Neodesha Neosho Nevada Nixa Noel Norwood Countryside Osceola Ozark Parsons Pittsburg Pleasanton Powell Twin Springs Reeds Spring New Hope Republic First Rogersville Hrvst. Comm. Sarcoxie New Beginnings Seymour Springfield Community Springfield Dayspring Springfield First Springfield Grace Springfield Scenic Strafford Warsaw Webb City Wheatland ,2.12 1, , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,304. 3, , , , , , , , , , ,20 16, , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , Included in Marshfield UMF 2, ,0.38 1, , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , N/A , TOTALS $207, $84, $84, ,331 11,847 6,611

Joplin. District HIGHLIGHTS. Church of the Nazarene TRAINING EVENT. Fall DECEMBER 9-13 JOPLIN DISTRICT OFFICE

Joplin. District HIGHLIGHTS. Church of the Nazarene TRAINING EVENT. Fall DECEMBER 9-13 JOPLIN DISTRICT OFFICE Joplin Church of the Nazarene District HIGHLIGHTS Fall 3- Dear Pastors, Staff, Lay People and Friends of the Joplin District, WOW! It's been a whole months since we started our ministry together. I have