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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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ORGANIZER;CN="Joanne Coleman Campbell":MAILTO:jecolecamp@gmail.com
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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:Intersections Overnight Youth Event
DESCRIPTION:What: Overnight Youth Event for Youth Groups in the PNW Conference\nWhen: from Saturday\, April 5th 2:00PM to Sunday\, April 6th 12:30PM\nWhere: Kent United Methodist Church\, 11010 SE 248th St. • Kent\, WA 98030\nCost: $10 per person \nGod continually meets us at the crossroads of our lives with a plan to change us and the world. \nJoin youth from across Western Washington at Kent UMC for a 24 hour retreat full of fun\, faith\, and good food. You’ll make new friends and discover where in your life God wants to meet up! \nDinner on Saturday\, and breakfast and lunch on Sunday will be provided by the host church. Please bring non-nut snacks to share. \nClick here to download a promotional flier. \nQuestions? Contact EJ Ragual Youth Leader at Kent UMC ejragualhb@gmail.com or 253-656-1377 \nIf you would like to be a part of the planning team\, reach out to EJ!
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/intersections-overnight-youth-event/
LOCATION:Kent United Methodist Church\, 11010 248th St. SE\, Kent\, WA\, 98030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Disaster Response,United Women in Faith,Young People's Ministry,Youth
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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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ORGANIZER;CN="Joanne Coleman Campbell":MAILTO:jecolecamp@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250410T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250410T200000
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CREATED:20250121T232008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T215001Z
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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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ORGANIZER;CN="Sheila Miranda":MAILTO:SMiranda@pnwumc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250430T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250430T193000
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SUMMARY:Sanctuary (Everywhere) / Santuario (En Todas Partes)
DESCRIPTION:The Interfaith Movement for Migrant Justice (IMIrJ) was birthed through the creation of the sanctuary movement in Portland Oregon in 2007. Through the years we have become one of the key players in first responding to the needs of our immigrant communities. IMIrJ works with faith communities in collaboration with many immigrant rights organizations and individuals. \nWHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF THIS TRAINING? \n\nLearn the history of the Sanctuary Movement in the USA\nDevelop strategies for creating sanctuary communities\nRapid response tips -Learn legal considerations and protections\nGet resources\nSupport our work\n\nThis workshop is designed for pastors\, laypeople\, and community organizers who work with Hispanic/Latinx immigrant families. It will be conducted in Spanish. \nClick here to register for this training!\n—- \nEl Movimiento Interreligioso por la Justicia para Inmigrantes nació a través de la creación del movimiento santuario en Portland\, Oregón\, en 2007. A lo largo de los años\, nos hemos convertido en uno de los actores clave en la primera respuesta a las necesidades de nuestras comunidades inmigrantes. IMIrJ trabaja con comunidades de fe y en colaboración con muchas organizaciones y personas defensoras de los derechos de los inmigrantes. \n¿CUÁL ES EL PROPÓSITO DE ESTA CAPACITACIÓN? \n\nConocer la historia del Movimiento Santuario en EE.UU.\nDesarrollar estrategias para crear comunidades santuario\nConsejos de respuesta rápida -Aprender sobre consideraciones y protecciones legales\nObtener recursos\nApoyar nuestro trabajo\n\nEste taller está diseñado para pastores\, líderes laicos y organizadores comunitarios que trabajan con familias inmigrantes hispanas/latinas. Se llevará a cabo en español.
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/sanctuary-everywhere-santuario-en-todas-partes/
CATEGORIES:Hispanic Ministries,Online Training,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rev. Cruz Edwin Santos":MAILTO:cesantos@pnwumc.org
LOCATION:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/sanctuary-everywhere-santuario-en-todas-partes/
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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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