Hint: The lack of space became a pressing issue.

Answer: A. Nazarene Publishing House

From the early days of the church, Nazarene Headquarters and the Nazarene Publishing House (NPH) shared facilities on Troost Avenue in Kansas City. Work began on a new Headquarters building in 1953. Original plans included moving NPH to the same location, but it soon became clear that expanding the facilities on Troost would be more economical.

Hint: “And now a word from our sponsor . . .” Oh, wait. That would be you!

Answer: C. Television advertisements

Through child sponsorship, Nazarene Compassionate Ministries brings hope to children in 60 countries by developing and providing resources for education, nutrition, and support services.

Answer: D. Kansas City

The Kansas City District, home to Nazarene Headquarters, Nazarene Publishing House, and MidAmerica Nazarene University, reported 17,749 members in 2002. Washington Pacific is second with 16,714 members.

Hint: Dude, you probably won’t find any surfers on this district.

Hint: It would be the perfect number for tea.

Answer: D. 2

The British Isles North and British Isles South districts together reported nearly 4,000 members in 2002.

Hint: This country is home to the Orkney Islands and Shetland Islands.

Answer: D. Scotland

Dr. Young was born in Glasgow and immigrated to the United States when he was 15. He had begun an accounting career when he was called to the ministry. He was a pastor, district superintendent, and professor before becoming president of Eastern Nazarene College. Dr. Young served on the Board of General Superintendents for 24 years.

Hint: He shared a first name with a reluctant biblical military leader.

Answer: B. G. B. Williamson

At the time, Nazarene polity required the district superintendents to elect a successor to fill any vacancy in the office of general superintendent. Since Gideon B. Williamson had received the second highest number of votes at the previous general assembly, he was a logical choice. At the time of his election, Williamson was pastor of Kansas City First Church. He served on the Board of General Superintendents for 22 years.