Theme: Caring for our Common Home The 2023 Eastern Washington Legislative Session will take place on Saturday, January 21, 8:30 am to 3 pm, at Spokane Valley United Methodist Church and online. The day will include plenary sessions, legislative briefings, and workshops. Click here to register.
Faith Action Network’s Interfaith Advocacy Day brings the voices of compassion and justice to our elected leaders. Meeting with your legislators and their staff on this day is putting your faith into action! This year, Interfaith Advocacy Day will occur on Thursday, February 9, 9 am-3 pm in Olympia. Click here to learn more and to […]
Learn strategic and practical ways to engage kids and their families in your church. Five major areas of focus will be covered: kid’s programs with the whole family in mind, celebrating faith milestones that become foundational for life, creating a safe and welcoming environment, development of curriculum content and context specific to your community, and […]
An Abundant Health education event on the topic of 'Mental Health and the Church' is being offer on March 19, 2024, from 6-7:15 p.m. PT on Zoom. The course is presented by Jasmine Ray-Symms, MA, who serves on the Mental Health Task Force for Disability Ministries for The United Methodist Church. The discussion with cover […]
A webinar is being offered on March 21 for people interested in Direct Pay funding available for solar on buildings in the United States owned by non-profit organizations through the Inflation Reduction Act. You'll learn about program eligibility and criteria, consider how to discern whether or not this program is right for your house of […]
Many 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 […]
The 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!
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Registration is open for Interfaith Advocacy Day in Olympia on Thursday, February 20! The event have a space limit of 200 this year, so please don’t delay—registration closes February 3rd, or before if filled. The sooner we know you’re coming, Faith Action Network (FAN) staff will be able to arrange legislative meetings for you. You’ll […]
The Church Council of Greater Seattle is hosting its 2025 Weaving Our Strengths on Saturday, March 8 at University Congregational United Church of Christ (4515 16th Ave NE). Join them for a day of workshops and reflection on the community organizing principles and anti-racism values that ground us in transformational change for liberation & justice. […]
On April 27, join community leaders and neighbors for "Uniting the Inland Northwest," a free forum designed to bridge divides and strengthen connections across our region. The event will take place from 3:30-7 p.m. at the Montvale Event Center in downtown Spokane. Keynote speaker Itohan Idumwonyi, a Gonzaga University professor and Humanities Washington speaker, will […]
Surround yourself with 650 like-minded individuals who are passionate about making a difference. This event is a perfect opportunity to connect, learn, and celebrate the power of transformative programs. This event will feature: Engaging Speakers: Listen to influential voices share their insights and experiences. Heartfelt Stories: Be moved by stories of resilience and hope from […]
So maybe you’ve heard all the buzz about A.I. in the news over the last year. Perhaps you’re thinking, what is it, what impact does it have on the church, should be using it, and is it the devil incarnate? If you’ve been asking any of those questions, are curious, convinced, or are dead set […]
Immigration attorneys will be providing free immigration consultations for individuals who need them on May 24 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Glenn Anthon Hall on the Yakima Valley College Yakima Campus. Call Central Washington Justice For Our Neighbors (CWJFON) at (509) 300-1101 and leave a voicemail. They will call you back to […]
Looking for a summer service experience for your youth? The Greater Northwest Area has a collaborative trip for youth groups that partners with SLAM Trips (Students Learning About Mission) on the Yakama Reservation in Central Washington. This de-colonized mission trip is native-led and focuses on a balance of relationship growing, learning, and service with Yakama […]
Looking for a summer service experience for your youth? The Greater Northwest Area has a collaborative trip for youth groups that partners with SLAM Trips (Students Learning About Mission) on the Yakama Reservation in Central Washington. This de-colonized mission trip is native-led and focuses on a balance of relationship growing, learning, and service with Yakama […]
Sponsored by the Reconciling Ministries Network Church – we’ve set off from the shores of the last General Conference hopeful for progress and inclusion. But between then and now, we’ve also been buffeted by polycrisis: heightened cruelty, exclusion, and a shaky future of justice for LGBTQ+ people of all intersecting identities. In the swirling chaos: who […]
Attention—Women leaders who are serving in faith-based and other non-profit organizations. Are you feeling overwhelmed and exhausted by the demands on you and your time in the midst of a decaying institution? Have you tried every possible technique to help you manage the stress and anxiety that comes with leading in these challenging times? Do […]
The Church Council of Greater Seattle invites you to our Fall Fundraiser on September 28th from 5-7pm at Quest Church (1401 Leary Wy NW)! Join us as we celebrate the collective power we've been building and invest in the sustainability of our shared work to come. This year's theme is "Deepening Our Solidarity, Strengthening Our Movement." As the Church […]
Are you passionate about caring for the environment and looking for a way to connect your faith with action? The United Methodist EarthKeepers program offers training for individuals ready to launch or grow environmental projects in their communities. Watch and share a short invitation on Facebook from Rev. Jenny Phillips, PNW Elder and Director of Environmental Sustainability […]
Join faith leaders and neighbors for “United in Faith: A Call to Action,” an ecumenical gathering on Friday, Oct. 24 at 7 p.m. at Edmonds United Methodist Church (and via livestream). Organized by the Edmonds UMC Political Action group, the event features Bishop Shelley M. Bryan Wee (ELCA) and Bishop Cedrick D. Bridgeforth (UMC) and […]
You are invited to register now for a special evening celebrating "A Night of Unbreakable Spirit." Join Faith Action Network for a night of inspiring stories, delicious food, and music as they celebrate what can be achieved through the power of multi-faith advocacy! The event will once again be in two locations across the state […]