Nazarene
The Church of the Nazarene is a Wesleyan-Holiness denomination founded in 1908, emphasizing entire sanctification — the belief that believers can be cleansed of the inward nature of sin and empowered to live a holy life. Rooted in John Wesley's theology, Nazarenes stress personal holiness, compassionate ministry to the poor, and global missions. The denomination has a strong international presence with churches in over 160 world areas.
Doctrine
What We Believe
Salvation
Grace through faith; justification followed by entire sanctification (second work of grace)
Scripture
Bible is the divinely inspired and inerrant rule of faith and practice
Baptism
Both infant and believer's baptism accepted; modes include sprinkling and immersion
Communion
Memorial ordinance; open to all who trust in Christ
Worship Style
Evangelical; blend of traditional and contemporary worship
Church Government
Representative; district superintendents and General Assembly govern shared ministry
Women in Leadership
Full ordination of women from the denomination's founding
LGBTQ+ Stance
Traditional; marriage defined as between a man and woman
604 Nazarene churches
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