Appointive Cabinet
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The GNW Appointive Cabinet is meeting.
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The Laity Meet-Up – “Today’s UMC: What laity need to know about General Conference”
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Register today for the first ‘Laity Meet-Up’ on April 6 “Let us consider how to provoke one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another …” All laypersons from the Greater Northwest Area are invited to a new laity series named “The […]
Mountain West Volunteer Organizations Active in Disaster Conference
Kent United Methodist Church 11010 248th St. SE, Kent, WA, United StatesAppointive Cabinet
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The GNW Appointive Cabinet is meeting.
Introduction to Lay Servant Ministries: The Basic Course
Virtual Event
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 […]
Full GNW Cabinet
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The full GNW Cabinet is meeting on Zoom.
Institutional Equity Cohort
Fairwood Community United Methodist Church 15255 SE Fairwood Blvd., Renton, WA, United StatesThe date for one of six in-person Equity Cohort gatherings for individuals within the Oregon-Idaho and Pacific Northwest Annual Conferences leadership structures.
Congregational Equity Cohort
Fairwood Community United Methodist Church 15255 SE Fairwood Blvd., Renton, WA, United StatesThe date for one of six in-person Equity Cohort gatherings for Congregational Leaders within the Oregon-Idaho and Pacific Northwest Annual Conferences.
How to talk about General Conference
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On April 15, 2024, from 9 to 10 a.m. Pacific Time, church leaders (lay and clergy) are invited to attend a one-hour Zoom presentation on communicating about the upcoming General Conference with the Directors of Communications from each conference in the Western Jurisdiction and Brenda Smotherman from United Methodist Communications (UMCom). In essence, this is […]
‘Clergy Who Cook’ virtual cooking course
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An online cooking class is being offered for pastoral leaders (under appointment or retired) on April 15 from 3-4:30 p.m. as an opportunity for fellowship and community building. Participants will join Rev. Joe Kim in making a Korean meal. RSVP here by April 11 to get the Zoom link and ingredient list.
Appointive Cabinet
Virtual Event
The GNW Appointive Cabinet is meeting.
Introduction to Lay Servant Ministries: The Basic Course
Virtual Event
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 […]
Liturgy: How to Organize the Worship Experience in Our Local Churches
Renton UMC 2201 Northeast 4th Street, Renton, WA, United StatesHispanic/Latinx Ministries will be hosting a workshop for Spanish-speaking pastors and laypeople, with the theme "Liturgy: How to Organize the Worship Experience in Our Local Churches." This workshop aims to provide practical guidance and insights for pastors and lay leaders on enhancing the worship experience within their congregations. This event will be valuable for the […]
GNW 5 Day Academy for Spiritual Formation
Archbishop Brunett Retreat Center at the Palisades 4700 Southwest Dash Point Road, Federal Way, WA, United StatesMany feel lost in a wilderness where little feels familiar. We'll explore how to move beyond simple survival to welcome our wandering as God's people. Registration is now open and includes tuition, room, and board. Registration fee of $1070 includes tuition, private room with bath, and meals. Scholarships available. $100 non-refundable deposit will reserve a […]
General Conference 2024
Charlotte Convention Center 501 S College St, Charlotte, NC, United StatesThe Commission on General Conference has announced that General Conference will be April 23-May 3, 2024, at Charlotte Convention Center in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Introduction to Lay Servant Ministries: The Basic Course
Virtual Event
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 […]
Advanced Boundary Training (Session 1 of 2)
ZoomSue Magrath and Zach Taylor are offering a virtual Advanced Boundary Training on subsequent Thursday afternoons in April and May to fulfill the boundary requirement for all pastoral leaders under appointment or assignment. The dates are April 25th and May 2nd, 2024 from 1 PM to 4 PM PST. Attendance at both sessions is mandatory. […]
Introduction to Lay Servant Ministries: The Basic Course
Virtual Event
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 […]
Northwest Leadership Institute
Cathedral of the Rockies 717 N. 11th St., Boise, ID, United StatesThe annual Northwest Leadership Institute at Cathedral of the Rockies, Boise First UMC, offers training and learning sessions for all church leaders, regardless of denomination. NLI is a learning, worship, and networking experience to bolster you and your staff’s ability to lead. Learn more and register today!
Advanced Boundary Training (Session 2 of 2)
ZoomSue Magrath and Zach Taylor are offering a virtual Advanced Boundary Training on subsequent Thursday afternoons in April and May to fulfill the boundary requirement for clergy. The dates are April 25th and May 2nd, 2024 from 1 PM to 4 PM PST. Attendance at both sessions is mandatory. Sue Magrath will be leading the first […]
Clean Energy Grants with Eric Walker
Virtual Event
The next round of grant funding from the Washington Department of Commerce for solar projects in Washington State will be coming in May. If you have been thinking about seeking funding for your church's solar project, now is the time. This may be the last round of funding until late 2025. Also, there are new […]
‘Get Together’ – United Women in Faith Western Jurisdiction Event
Hotel Captain Cook 939 W 5th Ave, Anchorage, AK, United StatesWhat does it mean to answer the call to “love one another” facing the challenges of 2024? (John 13:34) Come GET TOGETHER! to FEEL the joy when faith-filled women unite NURTURE our souls through the strength of our sisterhood DEEPEN our relationship with God EXPLORE the power of love to make a difference TOGETHER we […]
Full GNW Cabinet
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The full GNW Cabinet is meeting on Zoom.
GNW Full Cabinet
The GNW Full Cabinet will be meeting in person. Details TBA.
Women in Ministry Retreat: Rest and Restore
Ocean Park Camp & Retreat Center 28511 Vernon Ave., Ocean Park, WA, United StatesOrganized by PNW clergy, this retreat is open to anyone in GNW who identifies as female or gender nonbinary and is in ministry (this includes candidates for ministry). Unsure if this includes you? It does if you want it to! The sessions will begin on Thursday evening and go through Saturday mid-morning. Our keynote speaker […]