Parents,
We realize many of you are sending your children away for the first time and are curious as to who these Navigator people are that they are getting involved with. Here are a few statements from people both within and out of the organization that will help you understand who we are! To jump to a specific quote click on the name of the person whose statement you would like to read. Navigator Staff Non-Navigator Leaders
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A Note from Kyle Nelson, Campus DirectorDear Parents,
Thank you for your interest in the Navigators and taking the time to check us out on behalf of your son or daughter. We would like you to know how incredibly blessed we feel to be serving your children and teaming with them to grow in their faith and to become more like Christ. Our purpose is simple, we want to advance the gospel of Jesus and his Kingdom at UNI. You're probably wondering what kind of organization we are? I urge you to check out our Info page that explains our roots and our mission. A verse that comes to mind when thinking about the students is 2 Timothy 2:2, "And the things you have heard me say, in the presence of many witnesses, entrust to reliable men who will also be qualified to teach others." While at UNI, we hope to have the opportunity to help your son or daughter to learn to daily walk with Jesus, as well as help others to walk with him. Our aim is followers of Christ who multiply. If there is any way that we can help you are your son or daughter with the transition to the college campus please don't hesitate to ask. You can find our contact information here. Thanks again for checking us out! Sincerely, Kyle Nelson UNI Navigators Director "As a father of three sons, I know how much parents love and care about their children. After over 25 years of ministering to high school and college students—and now serving as the U.S. Navigators Collegiate Director—I also know the value of surrounding college students with positive Christian peers and adults. In The Navigators, we are committed to your child's success in life and to helping them mature in their relationship with God. We are honored to have your son or daughter involved with us. If we can serve you or if you ever have any questions, please feel free to contact my office or the Navigator Staff at UNI."
Jim Luebe U.S. Collegiate Director "On a scale of one to ten, I place The Navigators as a 'ten' among para-church ministries today. In my college days, The Navigators taught me the value of a disciplined life. In our Crusades, they developed the unsurpassed follow-up methods we use today. Thank God for The Navigators."
Billy Graham Internationally renowned pastor/evangelist "Navigators have had a huge impact in my life; I gave my life to Christ in college and the witness of The Navigators and their dynamic materials have provided a great foundation for my Christian life. As the founder of FOCUS, The Navigator staff has been a great resource to me and to my staff as we too seek to reach a generation of young leaders with the Gospel of Jesus Christ."
Curtis Martin Founder & President of FOCUS (Fellowship of Catholic University Students) "My husband and I have been so pleased by our daughter's experience in Navigators at an Ivy League College. The weekly Navigator worship services, as well as the Christian friends she has met through these gatherings, have kept her Christian walk strong. We would recommend Navigators to any parent."
Diane S. Passno Executive Vice President of Focus on the Family "Our son, Tim, became involved his freshman year with an organization called 'Navigators.' Who were the 'Navigators'? An obvious concern was 'cults.' Was this one? In due time, all of our concerns were alleviated. We have spent time with many of Tim's Navigator friends, and we have yet to find one we didn't like and/or admire."
Bob and Susie Bastian Member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives "Without exception, I have found the individuals involved with the Navigators to be of outstanding character and to have a caring quality not found everywhere in the world today. I have found the Navigators to consistently and faithfully instill Biblical values and Christian morals in a very effective way. As a parent, I would be very proud to have my child involved with this fine ministry."
Charles E. Grassley Iowa Senior Senator - United States Senate |
