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SUMMARY:LSM Advanced Course: Life Together in the UM Connection (UM Polity)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nClasses held on Tuesday and Thursday evenings\, April 7 – 21\, from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm (PST).  \nRequired Book: Polity\, Practice\, and the Mission of the United Methodist Church: 2026 Edition\, by Thomas Edward Frank. A copy of The Book of Discipline is recommended for the course. \nParticipants: Must have the required book and attend all 5 sessions\, with audio and video capabilities active at all times.  Completing the foundations (Basic) course is recommended first. \nAny questions about this class or Lay Servant Ministries in the PNW Annual Conference should be directed to Sheila Miranda\, smiranda@pnwumc.org \nRegister at: https://gnw-reg.brtapp.com/LayServantMinistriesAdvancedPolity. Registration closes March 31\, 2026.
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/lsm-advanced-course-life-together-in-the-um-connection-um-polity/2026-04-16/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education,Laity,Online Training,Training
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SUMMARY:LSM Advanced Course: Life Together in the UM Connection (UM Polity)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nClasses held on Tuesday and Thursday evenings\, April 7 – 21\, from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm (PST).  \nRequired Book: Polity\, Practice\, and the Mission of the United Methodist Church: 2026 Edition\, by Thomas Edward Frank. A copy of The Book of Discipline is recommended for the course. \nParticipants: Must have the required book and attend all 5 sessions\, with audio and video capabilities active at all times.  Completing the foundations (Basic) course is recommended first. \nAny questions about this class or Lay Servant Ministries in the PNW Annual Conference should be directed to Sheila Miranda\, smiranda@pnwumc.org \nRegister at: https://gnw-reg.brtapp.com/LayServantMinistriesAdvancedPolity. Registration closes March 31\, 2026.
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/lsm-advanced-course-life-together-in-the-um-connection-um-polity/2026-04-21/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education,Laity,Online Training,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260505T183000
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SUMMARY:Lay Servant Ministries Foundations (Basic) Course
DESCRIPTION: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. \nCLASS DATES: May 5\, 12\, 18\, 26\, & June 2 from 6:30-8:30 pm (PST)  on Zoom  \n*COST:  Cost of the Book- $13.00 “Lay Servant Ministries: The Basic Course\,” Participant’s Book by Sandy Zeigler Jackson and Brian Jackson  • DR626 • 978-0-88177-626-3 Available at Cokesbury and Upper Room. Ebooks are also available.  \nINSTRUCTOR: Sheila Miranda\, PNW Lay Servant Ministries. Any questions about this class or Lay Servant Ministries in the PNW Annual Conference should be directed to Sheila Miranda\, smiranda@pnwumc.org  \nClass is limited to 16 participants. Registration closes April 28th\, or until class fills.  \nRegister at: Lay Servant Ministries Foundations (Basic) Course-May 2026
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/lay-servant-ministries-foundations-basic-course-2/2026-05-05/
CATEGORIES:Laity,Online Training,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sheila Miranda":MAILTO:SMiranda@pnwumc.org
LOCATION:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/lay-servant-ministries-foundations-basic-course-2/2026-05-05/
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SUMMARY:Lay Servant Ministries Foundations (Basic) Course
DESCRIPTION: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. \nCLASS DATES: May 5\, 12\, 18\, 26\, & June 2 from 6:30-8:30 pm (PST)  on Zoom  \n*COST:  Cost of the Book- $13.00 “Lay Servant Ministries: The Basic Course\,” Participant’s Book by Sandy Zeigler Jackson and Brian Jackson  • DR626 • 978-0-88177-626-3 Available at Cokesbury and Upper Room. Ebooks are also available.  \nINSTRUCTOR: Sheila Miranda\, PNW Lay Servant Ministries. Any questions about this class or Lay Servant Ministries in the PNW Annual Conference should be directed to Sheila Miranda\, smiranda@pnwumc.org  \nClass is limited to 16 participants. Registration closes April 28th\, or until class fills.  \nRegister at: Lay Servant Ministries Foundations (Basic) Course-May 2026
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/lay-servant-ministries-foundations-basic-course-2/2026-05-12/
CATEGORIES:Laity,Online Training,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sheila Miranda":MAILTO:SMiranda@pnwumc.org
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DESCRIPTION: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. \nCLASS DATES: May 5\, 12\, 18\, 26\, & June 2 from 6:30-8:30 pm (PST)  on Zoom  \n*COST:  Cost of the Book- $13.00 “Lay Servant Ministries: The Basic Course\,” Participant’s Book by Sandy Zeigler Jackson and Brian Jackson  • DR626 • 978-0-88177-626-3 Available at Cokesbury and Upper Room. Ebooks are also available.  \nINSTRUCTOR: Sheila Miranda\, PNW Lay Servant Ministries. Any questions about this class or Lay Servant Ministries in the PNW Annual Conference should be directed to Sheila Miranda\, smiranda@pnwumc.org  \nClass is limited to 16 participants. Registration closes April 28th\, or until class fills.  \nRegister at: Lay Servant Ministries Foundations (Basic) Course-May 2026
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/lay-servant-ministries-foundations-basic-course-2/2026-05-19/
CATEGORIES:Laity,Online Training,Training
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SUMMARY:Lay Servant Ministries Foundations (Basic) Course
DESCRIPTION: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. \nCLASS DATES: May 5\, 12\, 18\, 26\, & June 2 from 6:30-8:30 pm (PST)  on Zoom  \n*COST:  Cost of the Book- $13.00 “Lay Servant Ministries: The Basic Course\,” Participant’s Book by Sandy Zeigler Jackson and Brian Jackson  • DR626 • 978-0-88177-626-3 Available at Cokesbury and Upper Room. Ebooks are also available.  \nINSTRUCTOR: Sheila Miranda\, PNW Lay Servant Ministries. Any questions about this class or Lay Servant Ministries in the PNW Annual Conference should be directed to Sheila Miranda\, smiranda@pnwumc.org  \nClass is limited to 16 participants. Registration closes April 28th\, or until class fills.  \nRegister at: Lay Servant Ministries Foundations (Basic) Course-May 2026
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/lay-servant-ministries-foundations-basic-course-2/2026-05-26/
CATEGORIES:Laity,Online Training,Training
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SUMMARY:Lay Servant Ministries Foundations (Basic) Course
DESCRIPTION: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. \nCLASS DATES: May 5\, 12\, 18\, 26\, & June 2 from 6:30-8:30 pm (PST)  on Zoom  \n*COST:  Cost of the Book- $13.00 “Lay Servant Ministries: The Basic Course\,” Participant’s Book by Sandy Zeigler Jackson and Brian Jackson  • DR626 • 978-0-88177-626-3 Available at Cokesbury and Upper Room. Ebooks are also available.  \nINSTRUCTOR: Sheila Miranda\, PNW Lay Servant Ministries. Any questions about this class or Lay Servant Ministries in the PNW Annual Conference should be directed to Sheila Miranda\, smiranda@pnwumc.org  \nClass is limited to 16 participants. Registration closes April 28th\, or until class fills.  \nRegister at: Lay Servant Ministries Foundations (Basic) Course-May 2026
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/lay-servant-ministries-foundations-basic-course-2/2026-06-02/
CATEGORIES:Laity,Online Training,Training
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