February 2020
Women in Ministry Retreat
This annual retreat is a wonderful time for women in ministry (all clergy under appointment, lay-persons assigned, or retired) to come together for shared sisterhood, a slowing down of the pace to gear up for Lent and Easter season, a walk in the woods, sitting up talking or playing games, having all your meals cooked for you and cleaned up!,and just hanging out to get to know each other better. Registration for the Full Retreat (2 nights, 5 meals) is…
Find out more »Orientation to Ministry – West Side
A gathering of exploring and established candidates for ministry to: SHARE INFORMATION regarding the pathway to professional ministries, in its various forms BUILD RELATIONSHIPS between candidates, mentors, and BOM members (¶312 Book of Discipline) MEET & GREET, Presentation of Different Ministries Attending this orientation is a requirement for certification as a candidate for ordained ministry in The United Methodist Church. This event will be held on two dates in two locations: Saturday, February 15, 2020 10:00 am – 2:00 pm…
Find out more »Safety Advocate Webinar February
Conference staff will be offering webinars for individuals who are interested in becoming a Safety Advocate for their church, or in getting re-certified for this important role. Safety Advocates are responsible for promoting and maintaining Safe Church policies and for providing an avenue for vulnerable persons to voice a concern or problem. To serve as a Safety Advocate, you must first pass a national background check, and complete the basic abuse awareness training offered through Ministry Safe in addition to this component…
Find out more »Lay Leader Meeting
Further information coming soon.
Find out more »Orientation to Ministry – East Side
A gathering of exploring and established candidates for ministry to: SHARE INFORMATION regarding the pathway to professional ministries, in its various forms BUILD RELATIONSHIPS between candidates, mentors, and BOM members (¶312 Book of Discipline) MEET & GREET, Presentation of Different Ministries Attending this orientation is a requirement for certification as a candidate for ordained ministry in The United Methodist Church. This event will be held on two dates in two locations: Saturday, February 15, 2020 10:00 am – 2:00 pm…
Find out more »March 2020
Northwest Leadership Institute 2020
Registration is open for the 2020 Northwest Leadership Institute in Boise, Idaho. Click here to learn more and register.
Find out more »SUMYT 2020: PIECES OF THE PUZZLE
SAVE THE DATE: Be sure to mark March 20-22, 2020 on your calendar for SUMYT 2020: Pieces of the Puzzle! Registration for the retreat is done through Eventbrite. Check out the event registration page for information and to register at: www.sumyt2020.eventbrite.com. There isn’t much on the page now, but we’ll have it ready to go no later than October 31, 2019! Super excited? Just can’t wait for more info? Come to a team meeting and learn how you can help plan the…
Find out more »Messy Middle Retreat: Discernment
The middle of a career in ministry can be messy. The church is transforming, priorities are changing and God is calling us in ways that we aren't used to hearing. This three-day retreat will give mid-career clergy a chance to connect with colleagues, to practice discernment, and to renew their spirits in an environment of laughter and sacred trust. Registration is $300 ($50 discount available for PNW Clergy) and includes lodging and seven meals. A limited number of single-occupancy rooms…
Find out more »April 2020
PNW United Methodist Women — Western Jurisdiction Quadrennial Meeting
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Find out more »May 2020
4th Annual Early Response Team “Spring Training”
SAVE THE DATE! Basic ERT Class, Advanced Classes, special presentations, and speakers will all be offered. More details to follow. Contact Kathy Bryson for info at brysonpnw@gmail.com.
Find out more »Convo 2020
Over Memorial Day weekend, hundreds of Youth (grades 6-12) and adult youth workers will gather at the University of Puget Sound for Convo, three days of worship, fun, and learning. This United Methodist youth retreat is a fantastic opportunity to connect with friends new and old from across the Pacific Northwest! Who Can Go? Convo is for youth currently in grades 6 – 12 and their adult leaders. We ask churches to send one adult, who has completed a national…
Find out more »June 2020
Shared Annual Conference Session
Tentative dates for the 2020 session of the conferences comprising the Greater NW Area.
Find out more »July 2020
Greater Northwest 5 Day Academy for Spiritual Formation
We'll be guided through our theme "The Power of Story" by popular Academy faculty: Ray Buckley: Interim Director of the Center for Native American Spirituality and Christian Study, United Methodist Church. His stories, poetry, and art have appeared in numerous journals, periodicals, books and museums. Leticia Guardiola-Saenz: Associate Professor of Christian Scriptures at Seattle University School of Theology and Ministry. She's a frequent writer and speaker on New Testament topics. Registration is now open! 2020 LEADERSHIP TEAM Team/Retreat Leader: Sue Magrath…
Find out more »Mission u 2020
Save the date! Spiritual Growth Study: Finding Peace in the Midst of Anxiety (working title) by Erin Brown and contributors from Urban Village Church The 2020 Spiritual Growth Study by Erin Brown and the Urban Village Church staff, uses the Serenity Prayer as a guide to help Christians find their way through anxiety, worry and fear towards God’s peace that passes all understanding. Adult Study will be lead by Joanne Coleman Campbell Managing Anxiety: A Youth Study Lead by Abby…
Find out more »May 2022
PNW United Methodist Women — Assembly
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