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Church Relations

The objective of Church Relations is to establish a community of churches to advance a Christian experience in the lives of our students.

Church Relations

Church Relations seeks to engage Christ-centered churches and their leadership in order to build and strengthen relationships, connect churches to the resources of MidAmerica Nazarene University, and promote church partnership in support of our students’ academic goals.

Whether you’re the pastor of a current or prospective MNU student, or merely interested in learning about our mission, our Church Relations office is your entry to MNU educational and ministry resources.

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MNU is a community of faith as well as a community of learning. Spiritual growth is a critical component of a student’s MNU experience—MNU is a place where students encounter God and grow in their Christian faith.

"In 2 Kings 6:17, the servant of Elijah could only see disaster from his limited perspective but Elijah helped him see from God’s perspective that there is always more going on than meets the eye. God is active is ways we may never fully realize but we can trust."

Youth Events

First Act - Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
Bell Cultural Events Center - Mabee Performing Arts Hall
Feb 13, 2025 @ 7:00pm
to Feb 16, 2025 @ 4:00pm
Based on the famous novel by Roald Dahl, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory features an original score composed by Marc Shaiman with lyrics by Shaiman and Scott Wittman (Hairspray) and a book by David Greig. The world-famous Willy Wonka is opening the gates to his mysterious factory…but only to a lucky few. Young Charlie Bucket and four other golden ticket winners will embark on a life-changing journey through Wonka’s world of pure imagination including chocolate waterfalls, nutty squirrels and the great glass elevator, all to be revealed by Wonka’s army of curious Oompa-Loompas.
First Act - Godspell
Bell Cultural Events Center - Mabee Performing Arts Hall
Feb 6, 2025 @ 7:00pm
to Feb 9, 2025 @ 4:00pm
Godspell was the first major musical theatre offering from three-time Grammy and Academy Award winner, Stephen Schwartz; and it took the world by storm. A small group of people help Jesus Christ tell different parables by using a wide variety of games, storytelling techniques and a hefty dose of comic timing. An eclectic blend of songs, ranging in style from pop to vaudeville, is employed as the story of Jesus’ life dances across the stage. Dissolving hauntingly into the Last Supper and the Crucifixion, Jesus’ messages of kindness, tolerance and love come vibrantly to life.
Olathe's Got Talent
Bell Cultural Events Center - Mabee Performing Arts Hall
Mar 29, 2025 @ 7:00pm
to Mar 29, 2025 @ 9:00pm
Olathe’s Got Talent is designed for individual students who want to showcase their talent in a local talent competition. Over $11,000 in scholarships to be awarded by local businesses. Two special scholarships may be available through JCCC and/or MidAmerica Nazarene University (MNU) for students with an interest in attending those institutions.
MNU Nursing Day Event
Cunningham Center
Feb 26, 2025 @ 3:00pm
to Feb 26, 2025 @ 5:00pm
Join us for our open house to get an overview of MNU's three unique BSN programs, our admission and prerequisite requirements and more.
Performing Arts Preview
Bell Cultural Events Center
Apr 4, 2025 @ 3:00pm
to Apr 4, 2025 @ 9:00pm
If you're interested in MNU band, theatre, choir, or worship arts, this preview day is for YOU! Take an in-depth tour of our Performing Arts facilities, sit on rehearsals, enjoy dinner with current performing arts students, and meet our faculty and directors.
KCMTA - Multi Piano Concert
Bell Cultural Events Center - Mabee Performing Arts Hall
Jan 4, 2025 @ 4:00pm
to Jan 4, 2025 @ 5:30pm
Kansas City Music Teacher's Association invites you to our Multi-Piano Concert, which features many levels of performers on a stage filled with grand pianos, simultaneously playing duets under the direction of a conductor. Please join us as we waltz, boogie, tango and serenade in our “Dance With Me” concert at 4:00pm on Saturday, January 4.

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How would MNU exist without the support of our regional churches? From the university’s founding through today, you have believed in and supported our mission. Thank you for your gifts! We really couldn’t do it without you.

District Reports

Below are monthly giving reports for each district to assist in tracking educational giving. These reports will be posted on approximately the 1st of each month. If you have questions, please call University Advancement at 913.971.3600 or email foundation@365dafa6.com.

Education Fund

MidAmerica Nazarene University would not exist without the longstanding, generous financial support of our regional churches. Each year, Nazarene churches give a portion of the funds they have raised to advance the mission of the university. MNU reports churches and district giving on a monthly basis. You can review these reports above.

MNU has made it even easier for you to support the university’s mission by creating an online giving portal specifically for church treasurers and district leadership. Save on postage by using this convenient payment option and see the impact of your gifts.

Church-Match Scholarships

We know you want to help the students in your congregation succeed at MNU. Our matching scholarship program allows you to financially assist your students. For every dollar you contribute to an individual student scholarship, MNU will match it up to $500.

The process is straightforward. Read these simple instructions on making a church-match scholarship.

If you have any questions please email churchrelations@ty15.365dafa6.com or call 913.971.3356.

Student Mission Trips

Do you have an MNU student from your congregation embarking on a mission trip through MNU? You can support their ministry efforts by calling MNU’s Cashier’s Office at 913.971.3504 to make a trip payment.

Endowment/Scholarship Fund

Several local churches and districts have opted to establish an endowment fund or scholarship fund to support the Christ-centered education of MNU students from their congregations. If you would like to add to your church or district’s endowment or scholarship fund, contact MNU’s Office of University Advancement at 913.971.3600 or foundation@ty15.365dafa6.com.

SERVE team Support

After one of MNU’s SERVE teams visits a church, the congregation often wishes to express its appreciation by supporting the Kingdom-expanding work of the group. 

MidAmerica Nazarene University would not exist without the longstanding, generous financial support of our regional churches. Each year, Nazarene churches give a portion of the funds they have raised to advance the mission of the university. MNU reports churches and district giving on a monthly basis. You can review these reports above.

MNU has made it even easier for you to support the university’s mission by creating an online giving portal specifically for church treasurers and district leadership. Save on postage by using this convenient payment option and see the impact of your gifts.

Give to Your Education Fund

We know you want to help the students in your congregation succeed at MNU. Our matching scholarship program allows you to financially assist your students. For every dollar you contribute to an individual student scholarship, MNU will match it up to $500.

The process is straightforward. Read these simple instructions on making a church-match scholarship.

If you have any questions please email churchrelations@365dafa6.com or call 913.971.3356.

Give to Your Scholarship-Match Fund

Do you have an MNU student from your congregation embarking on a mission trip through MNU? You can support their ministry efforts by calling MNU’s Cashier’s Office at 913.971.3504 to make a trip payment.

Pioneer Trek Information

Several local churches and districts have opted to establish an endowment fund or scholarship fund to support the Christ-centered education of MNU students from their congregations. If you would like to add to your church or district’s endowment or scholarship fund, contact MNU’s Office of University Advancement at 913.971.3600 or foundation@365dafa6.com.

After one of MNU’s SERVE teams visits a church, the congregation often wishes to express its appreciation by supporting the Kingdom-expanding work of the group.

Give to the SERVE team Ministry