Author Archives: Dean G. Blevins

About Dean G. Blevins

Dr. Dean G. Blevins currently serves as Professor of Practical Theology and Christian Discipleship at Nazarene Theological Seminary as well as Director of Nurturing Care with Children through Worship and Prayer. An ordained elder, Dean has ministered in diverse settings and currently also serves at the USA Regional Education Coordinator for the Church of the Nazarene. A prolific author, Dr. Blevins recently co-wrote the textbook Discovering Discipleship and edits Didache: Faithful Teaching, a journal for Wesleyan Education.

Maker’s Space: New Projects for Neurodivergent Kids

Nurturing Care launched it’s third Maker’s Space retreat in Kansas City developing new prototypes to lead autistic children in worship and prayer practices. This year the gathering included churches from Texas and Oklahoma bringing the total participation to twelve congregations, … Continue reading

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Preachers’ Conference Lamar Hardwick “Walk in my Shoes”

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Preachers’ Conference Preaching Labs Second Session

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Preachers’ Conference Diane Leclerc conDescending to Jesus

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Preachers’ Conference Brad Lee Families with Disabilities

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Preachers’ Conference Preaching Labs Session One

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Preacher’s Conference Questions and Answers

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