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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‘Ask Bishop Cedrick’ video series continues with new question

In this week’s episode of ‘Ask Bishop Cedrick,’ Julia Frisbie asks the bishop about long-distance bike riding and how he keeps going. Bishop Cedrick shares that bicycling with a purpose – AIDS/LifeCycle – makes a difference, as does another practice to which many may be able to relate.Reach out to Patrick Scriven for information on how to submit your question.

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Call letter for 2023 Annual Conference Session

Bishop Cedrick D. Bridgeforth issued a call letter for the 2023 Pacific Northwest Annual Conference Sessions to be held later this year. The main portion of the conference will include both online and in-person options in Tacoma, Washington.

Is your livestream a part of your safe sanctuary plan?

Recently, a pastor shared a disturbing story of pedophiles watching and sharing clips of his church’s children’s moments, garnering tens of thousands of views. Patrick Scriven offers some suggestions for how you can extend your safe church practices to your livestream to protect children in your congregation.