Category Archives: Clergy

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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Partnering with Nurturing Care

Posted on September 27, 2025 by Dean G. Blevins
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Preachers’ Conference Lamar Hardwick “Walk in my Shoes”

Posted on September 24, 2025 by Dean G. Blevins
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Preachers’ Conference Preaching Labs Second Session

Posted on September 24, 2025 by Dean G. Blevins
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Preachers’ Conference Diane Leclerc conDescending to Jesus

Posted on September 24, 2025 by Dean G. Blevins
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Preachers’ Conference Brad Lee Families with Disabilities

Posted on September 23, 2025 by Dean G. Blevins
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Preacher’s Conference Questions and Answers

Posted on September 23, 2025 by Dean G. Blevins
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