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Nazarene Educators Worldwide:  We Really Do Need Each Other

Our Executive Council is looking to build out our organization to form Resource Teams of Christian educators across all of our areas of representation.  We need at least five willing people in each representation area to pray for and plan for support for educators in Christian Schools, Early Education, Homeschools, Higher Education, Public Schools and Global Schools.  If you'd be willing to devote some time to help us further our mission of coming alongside of our Christian educators in meaningful ways, please contact us at MDominick4NEW@gmail.com   

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Thank you to all who attended our Collaborative Session

at General Assembly in Indianapolis!!!!

Here's an article by Dr. Mark Taylor, summarizing the reaction of our Nazarene Educators who visited with us at General Assembly:


We Never Knew That Nazarene Educators’ Worldwide Existed


Nazarene Educators’ Worldwide (NEW) was visible and active at General Assembly. We got going on

Friday with the opening of the exhibit area with NEW located in Exhibit Hall E.


The mission or purpose of NEW is to provide a network of fellowship and professional enrichment to

educators associated with the Church of the Nazarene globally. We welcome Nazarene educators from

Christian school, public school, home school, early childhood/preschool, college/university, college

students majoring in education, and retired educators.


We had a great time at the exhibit area for NEW. We connected with hundreds of Nazarene educators

including teachers, administrator, professors, and students from all over the world. We also were able to

visit with pastors, church members, and board members that have schools, or educators that would

benefit from involvement with NEW. And, we were able to provide some guidance and resources for

some that were interested in starting a Christian school. It should be noted that while we were able to

provide helpful information and signed up many to be a part of our mailing list, our chocolate candy

dish was extremely popular!


On Friday afternoon we hosted a workshop/gathering of any members of NEW, or anyone interested in

learning more about us. We had a great turnout. We had a presentation of the history and focus of

NEW. We were able to connect and get to know each other with a couple of fun icebreakers.


We then

had breakout groups of our various represented groups (i.e. public school, Christian school, etc.) led by

council members to discuss needs and share ideas. We wrapped up the fun, informative hour and a half

with a couple of door prizes and prayer.


A comment we heard numerous times was, “we never knew that Nazarene Educators’ Worldwide

existed”, even though we have been around since 1984. As a result of our representation at General

Assembly we hope that the statement, “we never knew that Nazarene Educators’ Worldwide existed”

will rarely be said.


If you are interested in learning more about NEW or getting involved with NEW please email our

president, Marilyn Dominick at MDominick4NEW@gmail.com      






We are in it together!


Are you a member of NEW? Log In by clicking on the icon above!

Not a member yet? Click on  the Join New tab above!

If you have difficulty accessing the membership process, email Marilyn J. Dominick, Chairperson at mjdominick77@gmail.com




Devotional

Applying Knowledge to Life’s “Classroom”

“Apply your heart to instruction and your ears to words of knowledge” (Proverbs 23:12, NIV).

As a teacher on the Navajo Reservation with students whose mother tongue was not English, I decided to pursue a master’s degree in Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL). I felt an advanced degree in this discipline was necessary for my job—a trainer of teachers in second language learning. To be effective in my assignment, an advanced degree was essential. I needed as much knowledge and training as possible

     I devoted several summers to achieve my goal at Northern Arizona University in Flagstaff. The mountain setting attracted me for its beauty, cool summers, and proximity to home.

     After taking several courses in English grammar and various phases of linguistics, I signed up for a methodology class. By this time, I had had several years of on-the-job experience, and this particular class helped me combine my experience with the other courses. The class sessions were useful; the professor, thorough; discussions, intriguing; assignments, valuable.

     At the end of the five-week session, the prof told us to bring a “blue book” to class for the final exam. Arriving in class, he gave us one question—yes, only one: “What are you going to do on Monday morning?” In other words, now that you have the knowledge acquired in this class, how will you apply this information in your classroom. A surprise exam? Definitely. A fair test? Absolutely!

     I wrote and wrote and wrote. My fingers became numb. Filling every page of that blue book, I turned it in to the prof at the last minute.

     Later, when the professor returned the blue book to me, he had written A+ on the first page with a generous comment about my responses. (Please forgive the boasting.) While shocked at the grade—the first ever A+ for an essay exam in all my education—I felt gratified at being able to demonstrate—well, at least to that prof—that I could apply knowledge to a classroom setting.

     In our journeys with the Lord, He is watching to see if we can apply what He is teaching us to our daily walk—in the “classroom” of life. If we are serious about our relationship with God, we know we must grow—growth that comes through disciplined study of His Word and internalizing it. And I believe our loving Father is eager to stamp A+ on our hearts, giving His generous affirmation of our purposed intent to be His disciple.

Father, forgive me for the times I so carelessly treated Your Holy Word. Help me to study it daily and apply this knowledge—Your truth, Your teachings—to my heart and life.

Wes Eby



Wes Eby has spent decades as an Educator in many roles.  We are so blessed to have him as our Global Representative.  Wes and his wife, Roberta attend the Winter Haven, Florida, First Church of the Nazarene, where he serves as the NMI (missions) President/Educator and the church editor.

Please Enjoy our most Recent Newsletter!

February/March 2024


A Nazarene support network providing fellowship, discipleship, and resources that strengthen educational ministries

Finish the Year Strong
Becky Ramsey, Public School Representative 
When the first days of March roar into the school year like a lion, that growl is loud enough to wake up students’ and teachers’ thoughts about the end of the school year and summer break. The problem? There are at least three or four months still left, and everyone needs to finish the year strong.
 Read more

Does Regular School Attendance Matter?
A kindergartener had fourteen absences in five months, half of them without explanation. The school district contacted the prosecutor’s office, and the mother was convicted for violating the state’s compulsory school attendance law. This led me to do some research on how important daily attendance is for learning and achievement. Read more

Building Collaboration in and Among Christian Schools
Nancy Shonamon, Christian School Representative
In the realm of education, Christian school educators have the significant responsibility of not only imparting knowledge but also nurturing the spiritual growth of their students. Since this task can be both rewarding and challenging, it is vital for educators to have a strong support system. Read more

A Teacher’s Relationship with an Administrator
Mark Taylor, College/University and Christian School Representative 
I often share with future teachers that the administration should not be considered “your enemy.” We should support one another and work for each other’s success. Your success is dependent on the administrator, and the principal’s success is dependent upon your success. Read more

The Things a Two-Year-Old Child Can Teach You
I started working in early childhood education by accident. During high school, I took a child development class in which we had to work in a childcare center for a semester. I remember I could not wait for that semester to end! Everything was unorganized; the children seemed to lack any discipline. I remember thinking, “This is not for me!”
Read more


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Interested in starting a Christian School and/or Preschool???  Here are two excellent resources to guide you through this process!

Starting a Christian School Ministry


  Starting a Preschool or Child Care Ministry



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Exciting Professional Development Opportunities!!!

Upcoming Zoom Training Topics: 

(Free for NEW Members)

The No Nonsense Nurturer - based on the book Every Student, Every Day by Kristyn Klei Borrero 


Math They'll Remember - For Elementary Teachers and Homeschool Educators


Teaching Children in Poverty - based on the work of Ruby Payne

The First Days of School - Drs. Harry and Rosemary Wong


Watch for Details to Participate in these

Upcoming PD Events!  

Contact MDominick4NEW@gmail.com to register and/or tell us what you would like us to offer in the future.


Brand New Opportunities!

Is this what the Lord has planned for you???

Click on this link to find out how to apply to serve in a school for the children of missionaries!

Kudjip MK Teacher Recruitment Poster


Don't forget to pray for each other! Remember, we have a great mission field in which to disciple our students, their families, and our colleagues and to model the example of Christ - likeness to those we influence.  

Second to parenting, educating is the most important career in the world! 

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