About the Pacific Northwest Conference
The Pacific Northwest Conference of The United Methodist Church is called to be a community, diverse and united in God’s saving love, sent out in vital life-giving ministry for and with Jesus Christ. We are one of three Conferences served by the Greater Northwest Episcopal Area and its Bishop Cedrick D. Bridgeforth. Learn more.
Bishop Bridgeforth announces appointments to SeaTac District Superintendency Team
Bishop Cedrick D. Bridgeforth has announced a new superintendency team to oversee the SeaTac District beginning July 1, 2025. In December, the bishop shared that he would be initiating a new supervision model for the area which will allow leadership “closer to the ground” beginning with this opening.
Your Vote Matters – Understanding the four UMC Constitutional Amendments
At our 2025 Pacific Northwest Annual Conference Session in June, lay and clergy members will vote on four constitutional amendments that will shape the future of our denomination. Patrick Scriven offers an overview of what will be considered with links to more information on each amendment.
We tried something: Building a path to Net-Zero emissions
United Methodists in the PNW Conference are taking bold steps toward net-zero emissions by 2040 and they are learning along the way. Through grants and community partnerships, they’re driving climate action and showcasing how faith-based initiatives can foster real-world change.
