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SUMMARY:Introduction to Lay Servant Ministries: The Basic Course
DESCRIPTION:The “Introduction to Lay Servant Ministry: The BASIC Course” is the foundational course for Lay Servant Ministries. \nThis five-week course\, led by Rev. Sheila Miranda\, is the gateway course for those who are called to be Certified Lay Servants\, Lay Speakers\, and Lay Ministers. It can also be part of a person’s discipleship plan to acquaint them with their gifts\, callings\, and responsibilities as followers of Christ.  \nClasses are held on Tuesdays from 6:30 – 8:30 pm Beginning March 11 -April 8. \nFor more information and to register\, Click Here.
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/introduction-to-lay-servant-ministries-the-basic-course-4-2/2025-04-01/
CATEGORIES:Certified Lay Minister,Laity
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sheila Miranda":MAILTO:SMiranda@pnwumc.org
LOCATION:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/introduction-to-lay-servant-ministries-the-basic-course-4-2/2025-04-01/
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SUMMARY:Lay Servant Ministries: Advanced Course - Called To Preach\, Section 1
DESCRIPTION:Join Rev. Joanne Coleman Campbell as she leads you through the Advanced Course on Preaching\, “Called to Preach.” This course is designed for those who have not completed formal preaching training\, for pastors seeking a basic refresher course\, and for others who are called upon to preach in a pastor’s absence. Called to Preach is the required preaching course in the lay Speaker track of study.  Click here to Register.
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/lay-servant-ministries-advanced-course-called-to-preach/2025-04-02/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Certified Lay Minister,Laity
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SUMMARY:Lay Servant Ministries: Advanced Course - Called To Preach\, Section 2
DESCRIPTION:Join Rev. Joanne Coleman Campbell as she leads you through the Advanced Course on Preaching\, “Called to Preach.” This course is designed for those who have not completed formal preaching training\, for pastors seeking a basic refresher course\, and for others who are called upon to preach in a pastor’s absence. Called to Preach is the required preaching course in the lay Speaker track of study. Click here to register.
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/lay-servant-ministries-advanced-course-called-to-preach-section-2/2025-04-03/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Certified Lay Minister,Laity
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ORGANIZER;CN="Joanne Coleman Campbell":MAILTO:jecolecamp@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Wisdom from the Past\, Hope for the Future - "Lunch & Learn" on Methodist Heritage
DESCRIPTION:Join in and learn more about our Methodist Legacy with David Worthington\, Global Ambassador for Methodist Heritage Sites for The United Methodist Church. This one-hour event at Noon on Monday\, April 7 will focus on “Wisdom from the Past\, Hope for the Future.” Register below and join in the Zoom gathering hosted by Pastor Craig Brown from First Free Methodist Church in Seattle. \nClick here to register for this Zoom Webinar today.
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/wisdom-from-the-past-hope-for-the-future-lunch-learn-on-methodist-heritage/
CATEGORIES:Clergy,Education,Laity
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LOCATION:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/wisdom-from-the-past-hope-for-the-future-lunch-learn-on-methodist-heritage/
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Lay Servant Ministries: The Basic Course
DESCRIPTION:The “Introduction to Lay Servant Ministry: The BASIC Course” is the foundational course for Lay Servant Ministries. \nThis five-week course\, led by Rev. Sheila Miranda\, is the gateway course for those who are called to be Certified Lay Servants\, Lay Speakers\, and Lay Ministers. It can also be part of a person’s discipleship plan to acquaint them with their gifts\, callings\, and responsibilities as followers of Christ.  \nClasses are held on Tuesdays from 6:30 – 8:30 pm Beginning March 11 -April 8. \nFor more information and to register\, Click Here.
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/introduction-to-lay-servant-ministries-the-basic-course-4-2/2025-04-08/
CATEGORIES:Certified Lay Minister,Laity
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sheila Miranda":MAILTO:SMiranda@pnwumc.org
LOCATION:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/introduction-to-lay-servant-ministries-the-basic-course-4-2/2025-04-08/
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SUMMARY:Lay Servant Ministries: Advanced Course - Called To Preach\, Section 1
DESCRIPTION:Join Rev. Joanne Coleman Campbell as she leads you through the Advanced Course on Preaching\, “Called to Preach.” This course is designed for those who have not completed formal preaching training\, for pastors seeking a basic refresher course\, and for others who are called upon to preach in a pastor’s absence. Called to Preach is the required preaching course in the lay Speaker track of study.  Click here to Register.
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/lay-servant-ministries-advanced-course-called-to-preach/2025-04-09/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Certified Lay Minister,Laity
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SUMMARY:Lay Servant Ministries: Advanced Course - Called To Preach\, Section 2
DESCRIPTION:Join Rev. Joanne Coleman Campbell as she leads you through the Advanced Course on Preaching\, “Called to Preach.” This course is designed for those who have not completed formal preaching training\, for pastors seeking a basic refresher course\, and for others who are called upon to preach in a pastor’s absence. Called to Preach is the required preaching course in the lay Speaker track of study. Click here to register.
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/lay-servant-ministries-advanced-course-called-to-preach-section-2/2025-04-10/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Certified Lay Minister,Laity
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ORGANIZER;CN="Joanne Coleman Campbell":MAILTO:jecolecamp@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Lay Servant Ministries: Discovering and Using Spiritual Gifts
DESCRIPTION:Lay Servants who have completed the Basic Course are invited to participate in this five-week class on discovering and using your spiritual gifts\, led by Rev. Dr. Desi Larson\, from April 23rd – May 21st\, 2025. The class will be held on Zoom on Wednesdays from 6:30-8:30 PM. This class is worth 1 CEU and counts toward either Lay Servant or Lay Speaker Certification. It is also a prerequisite for Certified Lay Minister Modules. \nThis course helps participants understand spiritual gifts and how the church can use them to fulfill its mission and ministry. Participants will also learn what it means to be a spiritual leader and will be equipped to lead others in exploring and using their spiritual gifts. \nThe Rev. Dr. Desi Larson is a member of the Oregon-Idaho Conference\, currently serving as Pastor of Trinity UMC in Sequim\, WA. Prior to moving to the western US in 2016\, Desi was a member of the New England Conference and served as Pastor of several churches in Maine. Desi holds a BA degree in English and Visual Arts from Waynesburg College in Pennsylvania and a Master of Divinity from Boston University in Massachusetts. Being a life-long learner\, Pastor Desi also received MS and Ph.D. degrees in Adult Education from Cornell University in New York. \nDATES: April 23\, 30\, May 7\, 14\, & 21 \nTIME: Wednesdays 6:30-8:30 pm PST     \nWHERE: Zoom (Link will be sent with registration confirmation)  \nFEE:  the cost of the book — For the Common Good: Discovering and Using Your Spiritual Gifts by Christine Harman ($10.49 at Cokesbury\, Upper Room\, or Amazon; ISBN 13: 9780802870971) \nParticipant Requirements: Must have completed the Basic course. Each participant must have a book\, read it prior to the first session\, complete assignments\, and be fully engaged in all 5 sessions with audio and video capability active. The registration deadline is April 9. \nContact Rev Sheila Miranda\, smiranda@pnwumc.org\, with questions or if you need assistance. \nTo register\, click here.
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/lay-servant-ministries-discovering-and-using-spiritual-gifts/2025-04-23/
LOCATION:Zoom Webinar\, United States
CATEGORIES:Laity,Online Training,Training
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SUMMARY:Lay Servant Ministries: Discovering and Using Spiritual Gifts
DESCRIPTION:Lay Servants who have completed the Basic Course are invited to participate in this five-week class on discovering and using your spiritual gifts\, led by Rev. Dr. Desi Larson\, from April 23rd – May 21st\, 2025. The class will be held on Zoom on Wednesdays from 6:30-8:30 PM. This class is worth 1 CEU and counts toward either Lay Servant or Lay Speaker Certification. It is also a prerequisite for Certified Lay Minister Modules. \nThis course helps participants understand spiritual gifts and how the church can use them to fulfill its mission and ministry. Participants will also learn what it means to be a spiritual leader and will be equipped to lead others in exploring and using their spiritual gifts. \nThe Rev. Dr. Desi Larson is a member of the Oregon-Idaho Conference\, currently serving as Pastor of Trinity UMC in Sequim\, WA. Prior to moving to the western US in 2016\, Desi was a member of the New England Conference and served as Pastor of several churches in Maine. Desi holds a BA degree in English and Visual Arts from Waynesburg College in Pennsylvania and a Master of Divinity from Boston University in Massachusetts. Being a life-long learner\, Pastor Desi also received MS and Ph.D. degrees in Adult Education from Cornell University in New York. \nDATES: April 23\, 30\, May 7\, 14\, & 21 \nTIME: Wednesdays 6:30-8:30 pm PST     \nWHERE: Zoom (Link will be sent with registration confirmation)  \nFEE:  the cost of the book — For the Common Good: Discovering and Using Your Spiritual Gifts by Christine Harman ($10.49 at Cokesbury\, Upper Room\, or Amazon; ISBN 13: 9780802870971) \nParticipant Requirements: Must have completed the Basic course. Each participant must have a book\, read it prior to the first session\, complete assignments\, and be fully engaged in all 5 sessions with audio and video capability active. The registration deadline is April 9. \nContact Rev Sheila Miranda\, smiranda@pnwumc.org\, with questions or if you need assistance. \nTo register\, click here.
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/lay-servant-ministries-discovering-and-using-spiritual-gifts/2025-04-30/
LOCATION:Zoom Webinar\, United States
CATEGORIES:Laity,Online Training,Training
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