https://nbc.edu/news/ NBC Current News en-us Sat, 11 Apr 26 03:20:25 -0600 Sat, 11 Apr 26 03:20:25 -0600 Nazarene Bible College webmaster@nbc.edu (Webmaster) webmaster@nbc.edu (Webmaster) https://nbc.edu/news/32112/grace-is-greater-than-guilt Grace is greater than guilt. Grace is always greater than guilt. No matter what your past, it can't lock you down when grace moves in. Grace doesn't just handle yesterday. It views your today and your tomorrow. If you grab it, it'll change everything because grace is greater than… Fri, 13 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0600 https://nbc.edu/news/32112/grace-is-greater-than-guilt https://nbc.edu/news/32110/congratulations-to-our-deans-and-honors-lists-for-winter-2025 It's time to celebrate the excellent work these students have been doing! Dean's List Winter 2025 Pamela Renee Boateng Caleb John Fankhauser Sabrina Denise Farrugia Joseph Aaron Irvine Christina Faith Karsen-Gray Michael Brian Manville Cameron Michael… Fri, 06 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0700 https://nbc.edu/news/32110/congratulations-to-our-deans-and-honors-lists-for-winter-2025 https://nbc.edu/news/32099/ministry-training-has-expanded-at-nbc Nazarene Bible College launched the USA/Canada Region’s new Non-degree Course of Study (NCOS) courses on January 12, 2026. So far, the college is serving 125 students who are enrolled in seven different NCOS courses offered online and in partnership with districts in the Central and North… Wed, 14 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0700 https://nbc.edu/news/32099/ministry-training-has-expanded-at-nbc https://nbc.edu/news/32100/this-surprising-path-dr-desmond-barrett Desmond Barrett’s life did not start on a path toward pastoring a Nazarene church or earning a doctorate in leadership and professional practice. At nine months old, he and two older brothers were dropped off at their grandparents’ house, and they would not see their parents again for… Tue, 20 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0700 https://nbc.edu/news/32100/this-surprising-path-dr-desmond-barrett https://nbc.edu/news/32115/faculty-focus-dr-daniel-powers Why did you enter your specialty? When I was working on my M.Div. at Nazarene Theological Seminary, I had a hard time deciding which field of study I enjoyed the most. I really enjoyed studying theology, but I also loved studying both the Old Testament and the New Testament. I think the person… Mon, 16 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0600 https://nbc.edu/news/32115/faculty-focus-dr-daniel-powers https://nbc.edu/news/32098/eight-smart-ways-to-give-through-beneficiary-designationsand-their-tax-benefits Beneficiary designations are one of the simplest, most powerful ways to support Nazarene Bible College.  By naming NBC as the beneficiary of certain assets, you can leave a lasting legacy—often with significant tax advantages. Why Choose Beneficiary Designations as Part of Estate… Tue, 13 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0700 https://nbc.edu/news/32098/eight-smart-ways-to-give-through-beneficiary-designationsand-their-tax-benefits https://nbc.edu/news/32107/president-douglas-pierce-receives-honorary-doctorate NBC President Rev. Doug Pierce was granted an honorary Doctor of Divinity by Point Loma Nazarene University on December 20, 2025.  The awarding of this honorary doctorate recognizes Dr. Pierce's more than 45 years of service to the Church of the Nazarene, including 15 years of… Thu, 19 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0700 https://nbc.edu/news/32107/president-douglas-pierce-receives-honorary-doctorate https://nbc.edu/news/32108/focus-forward-together Why NBC's Day of Giving Matters There's something powerful about a community that fixes its eyes on a shared future and moves toward it—together. On Tuesday, April 28, 2026, Nazarene Bible College is inviting our entire NBC family to do exactly that. A Historic First … Tue, 03 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0700 https://nbc.edu/news/32108/focus-forward-together https://nbc.edu/news/32113/an-eternal-investment “Giving to Nazarene Bible College has actual eternal value,” says long-time Nazarene Bible College supporter Gene Grate, “because of the ministry of the men and women who become ministers, missionaries, teachers, and counselors. All of that can change lives forever, not only… Mon, 16 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0600 https://nbc.edu/news/32113/an-eternal-investment https://nbc.edu/news/32109/abhe-comprehensive-evaluation-visit Public Notice of Comprehensive Evaluation Visit To Whom It May Concern: Nazarene Bible College will be hosting a comprehensive accreditation visit by a team of evaluators from the Commission on Accreditation for the Association for Biblical Higher Education (ABHE) beginning May 5 and… Wed, 04 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0700 https://nbc.edu/news/32109/abhe-comprehensive-evaluation-visit https://nbc.edu/news/32119/they-love-on-people I keep hearing it. In conversations with district superintendents, church leaders, and denominational partners, a pattern has emerged. "Your graduates stand out. They really love on people." That's not an accident. That represents a decision. We Have Decided to Stand… Wed, 01 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0600 https://nbc.edu/news/32119/they-love-on-people https://nbc.edu/news/32111/nbc-announces-new-provost-dr-rodney-reed Nazarene Bible College (NBC) is pleased to announce Dr. Rodney Reed as the college’s next provost. He will begin in this new role May 1, working with current NBC Provost Dr. Alan Lyke until his retirement June 30. Reed has 24 years of Christian higher education experience and previously… Wed, 11 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0600 https://nbc.edu/news/32111/nbc-announces-new-provost-dr-rodney-reed https://nbc.edu/news/32116/an-eternal-investment-gene-and-ronoyce-grate “Giving to Nazarene Bible College has actual eternal value,” says long-time Nazarene Bible College supporter Gene Grate, “because of the ministry of the men and women who become ministers, missionaries, teachers, and counselors. All of that can change lives forever, not only… Mon, 16 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0600 https://nbc.edu/news/32116/an-eternal-investment-gene-and-ronoyce-grate https://nbc.edu/news/32105/using-your-ira-to-make-a-tax-wise-impact One of the most tax-efficient ways to make a difference at NBC is through an IRA Charitable Rollover, also known as a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD). This simple giving option allows IRA owners an opportunity to satisfy Required Minimum Distributions (RMD) and reduce taxable… Thu, 19 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0700 https://nbc.edu/news/32105/using-your-ira-to-make-a-tax-wise-impact https://nbc.edu/news/32106/the-alaska-district-is-a-unique-fit-for-nbc The Alaska District is an unusual place. Pastor Hunter Mizar began serving as district superintendent on June 1, 2025. Since then, he has traveled roughly 45,000 miles by air and 20,000 miles by car to visit pastors and churches throughout his district. Ministry in Alaska is uniquely… Thu, 19 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0700 https://nbc.edu/news/32106/the-alaska-district-is-a-unique-fit-for-nbc https://nbc.edu/news/32120/personal-touch---the-right-connection Dr. Gary Haines starts his workday with a very specific prayer. “Lord, if there’s someone you want me to connect with – make it happen.” Then he begins dialing the phone. “I make calls every day, and for the last term, I did 1,225 phone calls,” says Dr. Fri, 03 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0600 https://nbc.edu/news/32120/personal-touch---the-right-connection https://nbc.edu/news/32118/nbcs-new-ministry-center Nazarene Bible College (NBC) recognizes that many pastors feel isolated and disconnected, even as the challenges facing today’s leaders continue to grow. In response, a new yet-to-be-named ministry center is being developed under its auspices. This center will be dedicated to raising up… Fri, 27 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0600 https://nbc.edu/news/32118/nbcs-new-ministry-center