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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.

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Going the M.I.L.E. Podcast

Through conversation, Bishop Cedrick Bridgeforth shares stories of calling and ministry in the Greater Northwest (and beyond). Bridgeforth serves as resident bishop of the Greater Northwest Episcopal Area of The United Methodist Church.

Inspiring Stories and News

United in Faith: Northwest ELCA and UMC bishops encourage ecumenical call to action in Edmonds

An overflow crowd filled Edmonds UMC on Oct. 24 for United in Faith: A Call to Action, an ecumenical gathering uniting people of faith to defend democracy and promote compassion and truth. Bishops Cedrick D. Bridgeforth (UMC) and Shelley Bryan Wee (ELCA) urged participants to reclaim faith as moral courage and public witness.

United Methodists join La Resistencia in Tacoma action for immigrant justice

United Methodists from across the PNW gathered outside the Northwest Detention Center in Tacoma to stand with La Resistencia and those detained inside. Through music, testimony, prayer, and communion, participants called for the closure of the facility and affirmed the God-given dignity of every immigrant and refugee.

Puyallup United Methodist Church opens new community prayer labyrinth

The new Puyallup Community Prayer Labyrinth is now open behind Puyallup United Methodist Church! This outdoor space offers a peaceful place for reflection, prayer, and renewal—open to people of all faiths (or none). The labyrinth is fully ADA accessible and available during daylight hours.