Category Archives: Bible

Preaching on the Spectrum

Posted on October 3, 2025 by Dean G. Blevins

In designing the ministry, part of the Nurturing Care initiative included a commitment by Nazarene Theological Seminary and its professional development team, NTS Praxis, to commit the seminary’s Preacher’s Conference to highlight the need for churches, and particularly lead pastors, … Continue reading →

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Preachers Conference Celebrates Neurodiversity

Posted on April 5, 2025 by Dean G. Blevins
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Amy Jacober videos available on NTS Praxis

Posted on March 11, 2025 by Dean G. Blevins

Dr. Amy Jacober’s two presentations from the Nurturing Care Day of Learning are now available through NTS Praxis. The following shorter video addresses how everyone, including neurodiverse kids, have the capability for worship. Praxis includes several short videos for use … Continue reading →

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Nurturing Care with Kids this Summer

Posted on August 5, 2024 by Dean G. Blevins

Nazarene Theological Seminary’s Nurturing Care initiative partnered during this summer to support over 200 children through several Nazarene gatherings. Collaborating with regional leaders like Mindy Schemrick, and Equip to Engage Ministries leaders Trey Brooks & Beth Bidle Rush, Nurturing Care … Continue reading →

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You are God’s Treasure

Posted on May 3, 2024 by Dean G. Blevins

#DATC2024 opens the second day with a sermon focused on “both” people with disability and those ministering in disability ministry by Ability Ministry Director Ryan Wolfe notes often we approach scripture thinking of Jesus as the treasure. However, what happens … Continue reading →

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An Honest Conversation about Race

Posted on January 20, 2016 by Dean G. Blevins

Nazarene Theological Seminary opened the second day of a week honoring Martin Luther King with a serious discussion around of race, privilege, and our responsibility as the church. Dr. Carla Sunberg, president of Nazarene Theological Seminary reflected on her own … Continue reading →

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From Life to the Bible

Posted on January 10, 2015 by Dean G. Blevins

The second presentation to the Oikonomia Network this morning included a panel of experts discussing the role of scripture and its place in the faith and work conversation. Chris Armstrong, Darrell Bock, Gerry Breshears and Tom Nelson gathered to discuss … Continue reading →

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