The “Introduction to Lay Servant Ministry: The BASIC Course” is the foundational course for Lay Servant Ministries. This is the gateway course for those who are called to be Certified Lay Servants, Lay Speakers, and Lay Ministers. And can also be part of a person’s discipleship plan to acquaint you with their gifts, calling, and […]
Registration is open for Resurrection, a United Methodist Church’s annual Leadership Institute conference, happening this fall September 25-27, 2024. In the wake of a monumental General Conference for the United Methodist Church, this year’s Leadership Institute will be centered around the theme of “onward.” This reflects a spirit of hope, healing and resilience as the […]
Charge Conferences: Do you know what paperwork is due? Do you know what a People Portal is? If you don't, you're not alone. This meeting was designed for church admins, clergy, laity, and anyone who helps complete your fall charge conference paperwork. Join District Administrators Laura Velonza and Erin Tombaugh as they answer questions and discuss […]
Throughout October, First Church is grateful to display Arlington-based artist Joseph Gregory Rossano’s sculpture “St. Sebastian”. His sculpture is part of his exhibit, “Portraits of the Divine”, which depicts a menagerie of endangered and extinct animals as encounters with the divine. Rossano's St. Sebastian will be on loan through November, courtesy of the artist and Traver […]
Beginning in 1801, the United States implemented a colonized school system mandating Native children, as young as 3 years old to 16 years old, attend boarding schools. In 1819, the U.S. federal government began funding religious organizations to run these schools. They operated for almost 200 years. The Interfaith Network for Indigenous Communities, a growing […]
The Puget Sound Missional District is excited to bring back our event focused on leadership training for our laity! Because our district is geographically spread out, we are hosting this event in three different locations on three different Saturdays. Come to the one that is closest to you or the date that works best for […]
Throughout October, First Church is grateful to display Arlington-based artist Joseph Gregory Rossano’s sculpture “St. Sebastian”. His sculpture is part of his exhibit, “Portraits of the Divine”, which depicts a menagerie of endangered and extinct animals as encounters with the divine. Rossano's St. Sebastian will be on loan through November, courtesy of the artist and Traver […]
In a conversation hosted by Wesley United Methodist Church in Yakima, WA, on October 17, Washington State University historian Matthew Avery Sutton examines the history of how American evangelicals have interpreted societal changes as signs of biblical prophecy, shaping the formation of the Religious Right and their support for modern political figures. The event is […]
Save the date for the annual gathering of the United Women in Faith of the Pacific Northwest Conference, October 18-19, 2024, at Spokane Valley United Methodist Church. The theme for the gathering is "Expanding Our Vision ... Trust the Nudge" and the keynote speaker is spiritual counselor and author Sue Magrath. Click here to download […]
Are you looking for a fun event for your youth that will connect them with other youth in the area? Join the Crest 2 Coast youth for an escape room overnighter at Puyallup UMC! Your church does not have to be in the C2C district in order to participate. Please use this form to register […]
Throughout October, First Church is grateful to display Arlington-based artist Joseph Gregory Rossano’s sculpture “St. Sebastian”. His sculpture is part of his exhibit, “Portraits of the Divine”, which depicts a menagerie of endangered and extinct animals as encounters with the divine. Rossano's St. Sebastian will be on loan through November, courtesy of the artist and Traver […]
Clergy of the SeaTac District are invited to a day away from your usual ministry setting in the form of a a play date with colleagues! Several of your peers have planned a day of renewal that differs from clergy gatherings you may be used to: There will not be any formally offered education, formation, […]
The 2024 PNW Conference Leadership Summit will occur on October 24-26, 2024, at Wesley United Methodist Church in Yakima, Washington. The event will inform and equip lay and clergy members of conference boards and agencies as they begin or continue to serve in positions during the new quadrennium. Click here to register. The event will […]
Throughout October, First Church is grateful to display Arlington-based artist Joseph Gregory Rossano’s sculpture “St. Sebastian”. His sculpture is part of his exhibit, “Portraits of the Divine”, which depicts a menagerie of endangered and extinct animals as encounters with the divine. Rossano's St. Sebastian will be on loan through November, courtesy of the artist and Traver […]
How might you practice Equity as appointed or assigned leaders of the United Methodist Church? We will address this question in an all-day, in-person workshop offered in three different locations around the Pacific Northwest Conference. Ordained clergy, local licensed pastors, and lay persons assigned from across the GNW Area are invited to attend. This full-day […]
How might you practice Equity as appointed or assigned leaders of the United Methodist Church? We will address this question in an all-day, in-person workshop offered in three different locations around the Pacific Northwest Conference. Ordained clergy, local licensed pastors, and lay persons assigned from across the GNW Area are invited to attend. This full-day […]
Faith Action Network (FAN) is delighted to announce that it's online registration for their Annual Dinner celebration and fundraiser on Sunday, November 17, is now open! Please go to their event webpage and click on the Renton, Spokane, or Sponsorship buttons to secure your seat(s) or find information about sponsorship opportunities. Seats are limited! Supporters will be coming together in-person […]
The Board of Ordained Ministry will be meeting at Browns Point United Methodist Church the evening of Nov. 18 through November 19. Please email Stephanie Franklin for additional details.
On Monday, December 2, from 6:30-8 p.m. PT, lay and clergy members of the Alaska, Oregon-Idaho and Pacific Northwest Conferences are invited to bring questions they may have after reviewing the materials for the Special Session on December 5, 2024. Other interested United Methodists from the Greater Northwest Area are also welcome to attend. Please […]
How might you practice Equity as appointed or assigned leaders of the United Methodist Church? We will address this question in an all-day, in-person workshop offered in three different locations around the Pacific Northwest Conference. Ordained clergy, local licensed pastors, and lay persons assigned from across the GNW Area are invited to attend. This full-day […]
Bishop Cedrick Bridgeforth has called for a special online session of the Pacific Northwest Annual Conference on Thursday, December 5, 2024, beginning at 6 p.m. PT via Zoom. It is expected to last approximately two hours and will be held concurrently with special online sessions of the Alaska and Oregon-Idaho Conferences. The bishop is calling […]
A meeting and work opportunity for members of the PNW Conference Committee on Archives and History will take place at the The Bridge UMC in Tacoma, WA, on December 6, 2024 from 10-3 p.m.
Lay Servants who have completed the Basic Course in Lay Servant Ministries are invited to participate in this five-week class on leading public prayer, led by Rev. Dr. Desi Larson, from January 8th - February 5th, 2025. The class will be held on Zoom on Wednesdays from 6:30-8:30 PM. This class is worth 1 CEU and counts […]
