This is a foundational course designed to equip church leaders in the United Methodist Church. It explores: personal spiritual gifts; servant leadership; each leader's role in developing future leaders; the importance of consistent spiritual practices; "God's call to a life of servanthood" as a disciple of Jesus Christ; and the core ministries of Leading, Caring, and Communicating. […]
This is a foundational course designed to equip church leaders in the United Methodist Church. It explores: personal spiritual gifts; servant leadership; each leader's role in developing future leaders; the importance of consistent spiritual practices; "God's call to a life of servanthood" as a disciple of Jesus Christ; and the core ministries of Leading, Caring, and Communicating. […]
Lake Washington United Methodist Church will be offering a webinar “Safe Parking 101” for community members interested in learning more about this program. It will be on Zoom on Thursday, March 19, at 7pm. If you would like to attend, please RSVP and you will receive a confirmation email right away. The day before the webinar, […]
This course, instructed by Rev. David Velera, PNW Director of Connectional Ministries, gives participants an overview of the structure and organization of the United Methodist Church, including its mission structure. Classes held on Tuesday and Thursday evenings, April 7 - 21, from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm (PST). Required Book: Polity, Practice, and the Mission […]
This course, instructed by Rev. David Velera, PNW Director of Connectional Ministries, gives participants an overview of the structure and organization of the United Methodist Church, including its mission structure. Classes held on Tuesday and Thursday evenings, April 7 - 21, from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm (PST). Required Book: Polity, Practice, and the Mission […]
This course, instructed by Rev. David Velera, PNW Director of Connectional Ministries, gives participants an overview of the structure and organization of the United Methodist Church, including its mission structure. Classes held on Tuesday and Thursday evenings, April 7 - 21, from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm (PST). Required Book: Polity, Practice, and the Mission […]
This course, instructed by Rev. David Velera, PNW Director of Connectional Ministries, gives participants an overview of the structure and organization of the United Methodist Church, including its mission structure. Classes held on Tuesday and Thursday evenings, April 7 - 21, from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm (PST). Required Book: Polity, Practice, and the Mission […]
This course, instructed by Rev. David Velera, PNW Director of Connectional Ministries, gives participants an overview of the structure and organization of the United Methodist Church, including its mission structure. Classes held on Tuesday and Thursday evenings, April 7 - 21, from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm (PST). Required Book: Polity, Practice, and the Mission […]
This is a foundational course designed to equip church leaders in the United Methodist Church. It explores: personal spiritual gifts, servant leadership, each leader's role in developing future leaders, the importance of consistent spiritual practices, "God's call to a life of servanthood" as a disciple of Jesus Christ, and the core ministries of Leading, Caring, and […]
This is a foundational course designed to equip church leaders in the United Methodist Church. It explores: personal spiritual gifts, servant leadership, each leader's role in developing future leaders, the importance of consistent spiritual practices, "God's call to a life of servanthood" as a disciple of Jesus Christ, and the core ministries of Leading, Caring, and […]
This is a foundational course designed to equip church leaders in the United Methodist Church. It explores: personal spiritual gifts, servant leadership, each leader's role in developing future leaders, the importance of consistent spiritual practices, "God's call to a life of servanthood" as a disciple of Jesus Christ, and the core ministries of Leading, Caring, and […]
This is a foundational course designed to equip church leaders in the United Methodist Church. It explores: personal spiritual gifts, servant leadership, each leader's role in developing future leaders, the importance of consistent spiritual practices, "God's call to a life of servanthood" as a disciple of Jesus Christ, and the core ministries of Leading, Caring, and […]
This is a foundational course designed to equip church leaders in the United Methodist Church. It explores: personal spiritual gifts, servant leadership, each leader's role in developing future leaders, the importance of consistent spiritual practices, "God's call to a life of servanthood" as a disciple of Jesus Christ, and the core ministries of Leading, Caring, and […]
Description: This collaborative event will bring together churches from across the Western Jurisdiction to mark the 36th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Gathering at in-person hubs and virtually, clergy and lay participants will learn about accessibility, anti-ableism, and disability justice through practical workshops led by Disability Ministry leaders across the Jurisdiction. Engaging […]
The "Introduction to Lay 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. It can be part of a person's discipleship plan to help them become acquainted with their gifts, calling, and […]
The "Introduction to Lay 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. It can be part of a person's discipleship plan to help them become acquainted with their gifts, calling, and […]
The "Introduction to Lay 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. It can be part of a person's discipleship plan to help them become acquainted with their gifts, calling, and […]
The "Introduction to Lay 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. It can be part of a person's discipleship plan to help them become acquainted with their gifts, calling, and […]
The General Board of Church and Society (GBCS) is a co-sponsor of the Western Training event hosted by Organizing for Mission Network. Date: August 27-29, 2026 Location: First Church of Tacoma (Tacoma, Washington) During this three-day Spanish-English training event you’ll learn: Build public relationships through 1:1 conversations Identify leaders and grow leadership capacity Discern issues rooted in […]
The "Introduction to Lay 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. It can be part of a person's discipleship plan to help them become acquainted with their gifts, calling, and […]
Lay Servants who have completed the Basic Course are invited to participate in this five-week class on discovering your spiritual gifts, led by Shawna Beese, Certified Lay Speaker, from September 15-29, 2026. The class will be held on Zoom on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:30-8:30 PM. This class is worth 1 CEU and counts toward either Lay Servant […]
Lay Servants who have completed the Basic Course are invited to participate in this five-week class on discovering your spiritual gifts, led by Shawna Beese, Certified Lay Speaker, from September 15-29, 2026. The class will be held on Zoom on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:30-8:30 PM. This class is worth 1 CEU and counts toward either Lay Servant […]
Lay Servants who have completed the Basic Course are invited to participate in this five-week class on discovering your spiritual gifts, led by Shawna Beese, Certified Lay Speaker, from September 15-29, 2026. The class will be held on Zoom on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:30-8:30 PM. This class is worth 1 CEU and counts toward either Lay Servant […]
Lay Servants who have completed the Basic Course are invited to participate in this five-week class on discovering your spiritual gifts, led by Shawna Beese, Certified Lay Speaker, from September 15-29, 2026. The class will be held on Zoom on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:30-8:30 PM. This class is worth 1 CEU and counts toward either Lay Servant […]
Ready to make a difference? Join ERT Basic Training on Saturday, Sept. 26 at Des Moines UMC and learn hands-on skills to help disaster survivors recover — from debris removal to home cleanup. Taught by UMCOR-certified trainers. Open to all 18+. $25 covers materials and meals. Register by Sept. 14; prerequisites apply, so don't wait.