NDI Journey Posts
Equipping disciple-makers for the journey
NDI’s 2024 VBS - River Rafting Adventure is now online in English and Spanish!
By Nazarene Discipleship International, | 18 Mar 2024
Every year, Nazarene churches are bombarded by numerous VBS programs from other denominations and companies not realizing that there is a VBS curriculum created by Nazarenes for Nazarenes. Before you purchase a VBS resource that may not reflect the Church of the Nazarene’s theology, investigate one created especially for Nazarene children.
LC2024 Special Speakers selected!
By Nazarene Discipleship International, | 18 Mar 2024
NDI is pleased to present the plenary speakers for LC2024.
NDI Global Director Meets with Ukrainian Families
By Nataliia Skyba, | 18 Mar 2024
On December 11-12, 2023, Ukrainian families gathered in Barcelona, Spain, to attend an event organized in collaboration with Nazarene Discipleship International and Eurasia regional leaders.
Palmer Family Church Ministers to Those with Special Needs
By Rev. Ryan Nelson, NDI Disability Ministry Coordinator | 18 Mar 2024
As the USA/Canada Region begins work blessing our communities, I felt it would be encouraging to share the work of one of our churches in Palmer, Alaska. Pastor Joe Parreira and his congregation were able to bless their community with a playground designed for individuals with special needs.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Education
By Dr. Mark Taylor, Christian School and College/University Representative | 18 Mar 2024
Have you heard about AI? AI is short for artificial intelligence. “Artificial intelligence (AI) is the theory and development of computer systems capable of performing tasks that historically required human intelligence, such as recognizing speech, making decisions, and identifying patterns.
Growing Disciples Make Time for Comprehensive Biblical Learning
By Daryll Stanton, NDI Global Resourcing Coordinator | 18 Mar 2024
Since knowing God’s Word is essential to being a Christlike disciple, a fruitful discipleship journey requires Comprehensive Biblical Learning.
Nazarene Discipleship International Reports Ministry Progress in 2023
By Nazarene Discipleship International, | 14 Mar 2024
Every year, the NDI global director reports to the Board of General Superintendents and the General Board of the Church of the Nazarene. This report provides a synopsis and review of the people, projects, and resourcing provided by your NDI global staff to the world regions. The report below was submitted in last month’s meeting.
Dr. Jeff Spangler Welcomed as the New NDI Administrative Director
By Nazarene Discipleship International, | 14 Mar 2024
Dr. Jeff Spangler began his official duties as the administrative director of NDI on February 12, 2024, in anticipation of the retirement of NDI’s administrative director, Rev. Larry Morris, on March 1, 2024.
Check out the New VBS Curriculum for 2024 The River Rafting Adventure!
By Nazarene Discipleship International, | 22 Jan 2024
2024 VBS – River Rafting Adventure
What’s Your Bible Reading Plan for 2024?
By Daryll Stanton, NDI Global Resourcing Coordinator | 22 Jan 2024
Comprehensive biblical learning is a core principle for Christlike discipleship. Jesus placed a high priority on teaching his disciples from the Scriptures. The knowledge of the Scriptures combined with Jesus’ instructions shaped their knowledge of God and the work of the Holy Spirit.