Training
Safety Advocate Webinar October
Online TrainingConference staff will be offering another webinar for individuals who are interested in becoming a Safety Advocate for their church, or in getting re-certified for this important role. Safety Advocates are responsible for promoting and maintaining Safe Church policies and for providing an avenue for vulnerable persons to voice a concern or problem. RSVP’s will […]
Safety Advocate Webinar Nov
Online TrainingConference staff will be offering another webinar for individuals who are interested in becoming a Safety Advocate for their church, or in getting re-certified for this important role. Safety Advocates are responsible for promoting and maintaining Safe Church policies and for providing an avenue for vulnerable persons to voice a concern or problem. RSVP’s will […]
Radical Compassion Training
Portland First UMC 1838 SW Jefferson St., Portland, OR, United StatesConsider attending the upcoming Jesus’ Way of Radical Compassion: Training of Three-Fold Compassion Facilitators Event on Friday and Saturday, November 30 and December 1, 2018 at Portland First United Methodist Church, Portland, OR 97201. Click here to register now! This three-part training is presented by Dr. Frank Rogers of The Center for Engaged Compassion (CEC) […]
Safety Advocate Webinar
Online TrainingConference staff will be offering webinars for individuals who are interested in becoming a Safety Advocate for their church, or in getting re-certified for this important role. Safety Advocates are responsible for promoting and maintaining Safe Church policies and for providing an avenue for vulnerable persons to voice a concern or problem. To serve as a […]
Volunteer in Missions Training
Bellevue First UMC 1934 108th Ave NE, Bellevue, WA, United StatesYou are invited to join Cheryl Reagan, our PNW UMVIM Coordinator, for Volunteer In Mission leader training. Not planning to be a team leader? This information will also be useful to team members in general - we welcome everyone who wants to know more about volunteer service through UMVIM and/or leading mission trips. Cost is […]
Roots and Wings – “Love Thy Neighbor”
Edmonds United Methodist Church 828 Caspers Street, Edmonds, WA, United StatesClick for larger view. Lunch Included Our theme this year is LOVE THY NEIGHBOR. The Greater Northwest Area's INNOVATION AND VITALITY TEAM will be leading us throughout the day, in worship, plenary session, conversations and workshops revolving around the three key practices that we believe are present in every vital congregation. These practices are namely, […]
Safety Advocate Webinar
Online TrainingConference staff will be offering webinars for individuals who are interested in becoming a Safety Advocate for their church, or in getting re-certified for this important role. Safety Advocates are responsible for promoting and maintaining Safe Church policies and for providing an avenue for vulnerable persons to voice a concern or problem. To serve as a […]
Pre-Inhabit Conference Training
Seattle First United Methodist Church 180 Denny Way, Seattle, WA, United StatesWe will spend the day with Melvin Bray, an Emmy® award-winning storyteller, social entrepreneur and author. Bray is the author of a United Methodist Women Reading Program 2019 book pick, BETTER: Waking Up to Who We Could Be (Chalice Press, 2017). Melvin will help participants examine the role of various forms of power in moving from critical […]
CANCELLED Advanced Boundary Training (First Session)
Wenatchee First United Methodist Church 941 Washington Street, Wenatchee, WA, United StatesSeven Rivers District is offering two Advanced Boundary Trainings this spring to fulfill the boundary requirement for clergy. This is the first of those trainings - the second training is on May 8. The advanced training is for clergy who have already participated in one or more boundary workshops in the past. The class involves […]
Crossing Over Into Abundant Life – Crest to Coast Missional District Training
First United Methodist Church of Olympia 1224 Legion Way SE, Olympia, WA, United StatesScripture: I came that they may have life, and have it abundantly. Keynote Speaker: Rev. Shalom Agtarap "Talent Scouts and Treasure Hunters" Click Here to Register Today! Workshops (please choose 2 workshops: 1 for AM & 1 for PM) Small Church Vitality In the church we often get distracted by programs, finances, and politics, and forget […]
Safety Advocate Webinar
Online TrainingConference staff will be offering webinars for individuals who are interested in becoming a Safety Advocate for their church, or in getting re-certified for this important role. Safety Advocates are responsible for promoting and maintaining Safe Church policies and for providing an avenue for vulnerable persons to voice a concern or problem. To serve as a […]
CANCELLED Advanced Boundary Training (Second Session)
Yakima: Wesley UMC 14 North 48th Avenue, Yakima, WA, United StatesSeven Rivers District is offering two Advanced Boundary Trainings this spring to fulfill the boundary requirement for clergy. This is the second of those trainings - the first training is on April 30. The advanced training is for clergy who have already participated in one or more boundary workshops in the past. The class involves […]
PNW Early Response Team Spring Training
Lazy F Camp and Retreat Center 16170 Manastash Road, Ellensburg, WA, United StatesFloods - Fires - Hurricanes - Tornadoes We're there. Early Response Team members are trained and badged volunteers ready to clean out flooded homes, sift ashes, haul debris after local, regional and national disasters. Teams work alongside and provide a caring Christian presence for disaster survivors. This two-day training offers Basic training for first-time participants […]
Diversity in Unity: Imagining Our Faith Communities Differently
Westminster Chapel 13646 NE 24th St, Bellevue, WA, United StatesDiversity in Unity: Imagining Our Faith Communities Differently. Come join us for a time of learning and networking. This conference will explore how churches can go beyond 'accessibility' and 'welcoming' to inclusion of those with disabilities within the life of the congregation. Registration fees: $135 for organizations and churches with 4 or more attendees and $40 for individuals. […]
Early Response Team Training
Jerome UMC 211 South Buchanan, Jerome, ID, United StatesBe ready to help when a disaster strikes. Learn how to clean out a flooded home, tarp a roof and work alongside survivors while staying safe. Early Response Teams provide a caring Christian presence in the aftermath of a disaster. Class is open to those 18 years or older. Cost is $25. Registration includes training […]
Supporting the Transgender – A Medical and Spiritual Journey
First United Methodist Church -- Auburn 100 N St SE, Auburn, WA, United StatesThe Reconciling Ministries team at Auburn First UMC is presenting a mini-workshop entitled Supporting the Transgender – A Medical and Spiritual Journey to be held on Saturday, September 14 from 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM at the Auburn First United Methodist Church, 100 N St SE, Auburn WA 98002. The cost is $10, which includes […]
Your Church’s Property Tax Exemption
Puyallup United Methodist Church 1919 W Pioneer Ave, Puyallup, WA, United StatesBuilding Use, Fundraisers, Concerts, and Sales (Church and Outside Groups) Tuesday, September 17th at 6:00 -Fireside Room, Puyallup UMC Presenters: Linda Smith and Ras Roberts Exemption and Deferral | Property Tax Division Washington State Department of Revenue Many churches host outside groups in their buildings and/or have fundraisers. Do you know: Some activities are considered […]
Getting Started with Messy Church
Cheney United Methodist Church 204 4th Street, Cheney, WA, United StatesCheney, Washington — Messy Church USA in cooperation with Cheney United Methodist Church is offering a regional Conference event on the best practices to use in starting your own Messy Church. The Getting Started With Messy Church conference will be held at Cheney United Methodist Church, 204 4th Street, Cheney, WA 99004, on Saturday, October 5, […]
Connecting Neighbors Training
Kennewick First UMC 421 W Kennewick Ave, Kennewick, WA, United StatesThis emergency preparedness training through UMCOR has three areas of focus – personal and home readiness, church readiness, and readiness to serve your neighbors in case of an emergency. This workshop is being taught by Wendy Riddle and David C. Riddle. Lunch will be provided. Disaster Ready Congregations This workshop has the goal of inspiring […]
Mediation Skills Training Institute
Calvary Lutheran Church 2415 S 320th St, Federal Way, WA, United StatesYou are invited to attend Mediation Skills Training Institute for Church Leaders (MSTI), a practical workshop for clergy and other church leaders that teaches participants how to deal more effectively with interpersonal, congregational, and other forms of group conflict. This outstanding inter-denominational training event will be hosted by Calvary Lutheran Church in Federal Way, WA (Seattle–Tacoma […]
Early Response Team Basic Training
Edmonds United Methodist Church 828 Caspers Street, Edmonds, WA, United StatesTornado in Port Orchard • Typhoons in Saipan • Floods in Oklahoma We're There Be ready when the next disaster strikes to help those most in need. The Early Response Team Basic Training will prepare you on ways to clean out a flooded home, haul debris, sift through ashes and work alongside survivors while staying […]
Advanced Boundary Training
Wenatchee First United Methodist Church 941 Washington Street, Wenatchee, WA, United StatesSeven Rivers District is offering an Advanced Boundary Training this fall to fulfill the boundary requirement for clergy. The advanced training is for clergy who have already participated in one or more boundary workshops in the past. The class involves discussion of case studies prepared by the participants. These should be prepared prior to the […]
Safety Advocate Webinar
Zoom Webinar , United StatesConference staff will be offering webinars for individuals who are interested in becoming a Safety Advocate for their church, or in getting re-certified for this important role. Safety Advocates are responsible for promoting and maintaining Safe Church policies and for providing an avenue for vulnerable persons to voice a concern or problem. To serve as a […]
Orientation to Ministry – West Side
Renton UMC 2201 Northeast 4th Street, Renton, WA, United StatesA gathering of exploring and established candidates for ministry to: SHARE INFORMATION regarding the pathway to professional ministries, in its various forms BUILD RELATIONSHIPS between candidates, mentors, and BOM members (¶312 Book of Discipline) MEET & GREET, Presentation of Different Ministries Attending this orientation is a requirement for certification as a candidate for ordained ministry […]