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SUMMARY:Supporting the Transgender – A Medical and Spiritual Journey
DESCRIPTION:The Reconciling Ministries team at Auburn First UMC is presenting a mini-workshop entitled Supporting the Transgender – A Medical and Spiritual Journey to be held on Saturday\, September 14 from 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM at the Auburn First United Methodist Church\, 100 N St SE\, Auburn WA 98002. The cost is $10\, which includes lunch and a donation to NEXUS Youth & Families\, a ministry aiding LGBT children and teens. Dr. Jennifer A. Burnett* MD\, FAAFP\, and retired Transgender Medicine Specialist\, will be leading the discussion. \nClick here to learn more.
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/supporting-the-transgender-a-medical-and-spiritual-journey/
LOCATION:First United Methodist Church — Auburn\, 100 N St SE\, Auburn\, WA\, 98002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Local Church,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190824T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190824T173000
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SUMMARY:Early Response Team Training
DESCRIPTION:Be ready to help when a disaster strikes. Learn how to clean out a flooded home\, tarp a roof and work alongside survivors while staying safe. Early Response Teams provide a caring Christian presence in the aftermath of a disaster. Class is open to those 18 years or older. Cost is $25. Registration includes training materials and lunch. \nRegister now at: \nhttps://umoi-reg.brtapp.com/EarlyResponseTeamTrainingAugust242019 \nRegistration deadline is Friday\, August 16th \nFor additional information contact Larry Johnson\, ERT Coordinator\, at\noridumcert@gmail.com or (503) 899-5431
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/early-response-team-training-5/
LOCATION:Jerome UMC\, 211 South Buchanan\, Jerome\, ID\, United States
CATEGORIES:Disaster Response,Emergency Preparedness,Greater NW Area,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190515T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190515T160000
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SUMMARY:Diversity in Unity: Imagining Our Faith Communities Differently
DESCRIPTION:Diversity in Unity: Imagining Our Faith Communities Differently. Come join us for a time of learning and networking. This conference will explore how churches can go beyond ‘accessibility’ and ‘welcoming’ to inclusion of those with disabilities within the life of the congregation. \nRegistration fees: $135 for organizations and churches with 4 or more attendees and $40 for individuals. Lunch and refreshments will be provided. \nLearn More: http://bridgemin.org/event/diversity-in-unity-conference/ \nThis event is hosted and sponsored by Bridge Disability Ministries.
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/diversity-in-unity-imagining-our-faith-communities-differently/
LOCATION:Westminster Chapel\, 13646 NE 24th St\, Bellevue\, WA\, 98005\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networks,Training
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190510
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190512
DTSTAMP:20190323T042100Z
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SUMMARY:PNW Early Response Team Spring Training
DESCRIPTION:Floods – Fires – Hurricanes – Tornadoes \nWe’re there. \nEarly Response Team members are trained and badged volunteers ready to clean out flooded homes\, sift ashes\, haul debris after local\, regional and national disasters. Teams work alongside and provide a caring Christian presence for disaster survivors. This two-day training offers Basic training for first-time participants and Advanced classes for current and renewing badge holders. \nFor more information please contact Kathy Bryson at pnwumcert@gmail.com. \nCLICK HERE to Register Today!
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/pnw-early-response-team-spring-training/
LOCATION:Lazy F Camp and Retreat Center\, 16170 Manastash Road\, Ellensburg\, WA\, 98926\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Conference,Clergy,Disaster Response,Emergency Preparedness,Laity,Training,UMVIM
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kathy Bryson":MAILTO:brysonpnw@gmail.com
GEO:46.961686;-120.775124
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190508T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190508T160000
DTSTAMP:20190422T215011Z
CREATED:20190322T001026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190422T215011Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED Advanced Boundary Training (Second Session)
DESCRIPTION:Seven Rivers District is offering two Advanced Boundary Trainings this spring to fulfill the boundary requirement for clergy. This is the second of those trainings – the first training is on April 30. The advanced training is for clergy who have already participated in one or more boundary workshops in the past. The class involves discussion of case studies prepared by the participants. These should be prepared prior to the training\, based on a personal experience related to boundary issues. Please describe the incident\, your actions\, the outcome\, and what you learned and/or might have done differently. This study should be typed out and e-mailed to the presenter so that it can be forwarded to all participants prior to the training.  Please submit this to the presenter at least one week prior to the class.  \nCANCELLED APRIL 22\, 2019. \nA limited lunch selection will be provided: two types of homemade soup\, one made with meat\, the other vegetarian and gluten-free. If neither choice appeals to you\, please feel free to bring your own lunch.
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/advanced-boundary-training-second-session/
LOCATION:Yakima: Wesley UMC\, 14 North 48th Avenue\, Yakima\, WA\, 98908\, United States
CATEGORIES:Board of Ordained Ministry,Seven Rivers,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sue Magrath":MAILTO:suemagrath@msn.com
GEO:46.5971846;-120.5733166
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190506T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190506T130000
DTSTAMP:20190131T235053Z
CREATED:20190131T234221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190131T235053Z
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SUMMARY:Safety Advocate Webinar
DESCRIPTION: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. \nTo 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 (please share the church you’ve done this with when you RSVP). \n\nParticipants will need to review the Conference Safe Sanctuaries Guidelines (Click here for the Guidelines) and also take this short quiz before participating in the webinar. (Click here for the Quiz) Only participants who have completed all 4 prerequisites and have RSVP’d will be sent the webinar link.\n\nIf you are interested in participating in this webinar\, please RSVP prior to May 3rd to Teri Tobey (ttobey@pnwumc.org; (253) 732-7479).
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/safety-advocate-webinar-15/
LOCATION:Online Training
CATEGORIES:Annual Conference,Children's Ministry,Online Training,Training,Young People's Ministry,Youth
ORGANIZER;CN="Teri Tobey":MAILTO:teri@pnwumc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190504T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190504T160000
DTSTAMP:20190501T023259Z
CREATED:20190429T233236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190501T023259Z
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SUMMARY:Crossing Over Into Abundant Life - Crest to Coast Missional District Training
DESCRIPTION:Scripture: I came that they may have life\, and have it abundantly.\nKeynote Speaker: Rev. Shalom Agtarap “Talent Scouts and Treasure Hunters”\nClick Here to Register Today!\nWorkshops (please choose 2 workshops: 1 for AM & 1 for PM) \nSmall Church Vitality \nIn the church we often get distracted by programs\, finances\, and politics\, and forget that everyone needs to experience God’s love. We’ll talk about ways to refocus our ministries on what matters most to abundant life: being loved by God and telling others about it. \nEarthquake Preparedness \nAre you ready for the big one? How can you prepare? The Cascadia earthquake and tsunami will be the largest natural disaster in history to hit the United States. The FEMA Region X Director has stated that “everything west of I-5 will be toast”. Come learn what we can expect and explore ways to be better prepared. \nCommunity Partnerships Panel \nThis panel will explore the different ways our local churches are partnering with other organizations to make a greater impact in the community. This discussion is designed to reflect on and seek inspiration for new ways we can be more effective in ministry when working with other secular and faith-based organizations. \nPanel will include partnerships with Habitat for Humanity\, Car Camping\, Family Promise\, Literacy Project and Recovery Café. \nAlternative Worship Panel \nIs there one way to worship? No! Messy church\, church inside\, church outside\, and more. This panel offers different approaches to worship. \nLet’s Get Together: Collaborative Conversation \nMore information coming soon \nHow to Connect with your Community: One-on-One Conversations \nMore information coming soon \nClick Here to Register Today!
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/crossing-over-into-abundant-life-crest-to-coast-missional-district-training/
LOCATION:First United Methodist Church of Olympia\, 1224 Legion Way SE\, Olympia\, WA\, 98501-1655\, United States
CATEGORIES:Crest to Coast,Training
GEO:47.0447683;-122.8854621
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190430T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190430T160000
DTSTAMP:20190422T214912Z
CREATED:20190305T164633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190422T214912Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED Advanced Boundary Training (First Session)
DESCRIPTION:Seven Rivers District is offering two Advanced Boundary Trainings this spring to fulfill the boundary requirement for clergy. This is the first of those trainings – the second training is on May 8. The advanced training is for clergy who have already participated in one or more boundary workshops in the past. The class involves discussion of case studies prepared by the participants. These should be prepared prior to the training\, based on a personal experience related to boundary issues. Please describe the incident\, your actions\, the outcome\, and what you learned and/or might have done differently. This study should be typed out and e-mailed to the presenter so that it can be forwarded to all participants prior to the training. Please submit this to the presenter at least one week prior to the class.  \nCANCELLED APRIL 22\, 2019. \nA limited lunch selection will be provided: two types of homemade soup\, one made with meat\, the other vegetarian and gluten-free. If neither choice appeals to you\, please feel free to bring your own lunch.
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/advanced-boundary-training/
LOCATION:Wenatchee First United Methodist Church\, 941 Washington Street\, Wenatchee\, WA\, 98801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Board of Ordained Ministry,Seven Rivers,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Denise McGuiness":MAILTO:d.mcguiness@gmail.com
GEO:47.4224801;-120.324255
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Wenatchee First United Methodist Church 941 Washington Street Wenatchee WA 98801 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=941 Washington Street:geo:-120.324255,47.4224801
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190425T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190425T160000
DTSTAMP:20190404T003310Z
CREATED:20190404T003310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190404T003310Z
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SUMMARY:Pre-Inhabit Conference Training
DESCRIPTION:We will spend the day with Melvin Bray\, an Emmy® award-winning storyteller\, social entrepreneur and author. Bray is the author of a United Methodist Women Reading Program 2019 book pick\, BETTER: Waking Up to Who We Could Be (Chalice Press\, 2017). Melvin will help participants examine the role of various forms of power in moving from critical analysis to better practices. \nThis gathering is made possible by Parish Collective and the Greater Northwest Area of the United Methodist Church.  \nThe GNW IV Team (Host):  Leroy Barber\, William Gibson\, and Kristina Gonzalez. \nClick here to read the Press Release \nLearn More & Register for Pre-Conference
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/pre-inhabit-conference-training/
LOCATION:Seattle First United Methodist Church\, 180 Denny Way\, Seattle\, WA\, 98109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Greater NW Area,Training
GEO:47.618846;-122.353213
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190404T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190404T163000
DTSTAMP:20190131T234105Z
CREATED:20190131T234105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190131T234105Z
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SUMMARY:Safety Advocate Webinar
DESCRIPTION: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. \nTo 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 (please share the church you’ve done this with when you RSVP). \n\nParticipants will need to review the Conference Safe Sanctuaries Guidelines (Click here for the Guidelines) and also take this short quiz before participating in the webinar. (Click here for the Quiz) Only participants who have completed all 4 prerequisites and have RSVP’d will be sent the webinar link.\n\nIf you are interested in participating in this webinar\, please RSVP prior to April 2nd to Teri Tobey (ttobey@pnwumc.org; (253) 732-7479).
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/safety-advocate-webinar-14/
LOCATION:Online Training
CATEGORIES:Annual Conference,Children's Ministry,Online Training,Training,Young People's Ministry,Youth
ORGANIZER;CN="Teri Tobey":MAILTO:teri@pnwumc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190323T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190323T153000
DTSTAMP:20190213T005714Z
CREATED:20190108T201846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190213T005714Z
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SUMMARY:Roots and Wings – "Love Thy Neighbor"
DESCRIPTION:Click for larger view.\nLunch Included\nOur theme this year is LOVE THY NEIGHBOR. The Greater Northwest Area’s INNOVATION AND VITALITY TEAM will be leading us throughout the day\, in worship\, plenary session\, conversations and workshops revolving around the three key practices that we believe are present in every vital congregation. These practices are namely\, INCLUSION\, INNOVATION and MULTIPLICATION. \nWe have picked the theme\, LOVE THY NEIGHBOR to celebrate what God is already doing in our faith communities in the ways we are loving and engaging our neighbors as well as to spark further our imagination towards what is still possible about God’s trans-formative work in our neighborhoods. To this end\, four workshops will be offered\, namely: Faith-based Community Organizing\, Asset Based Community Development\, Intercultural Competency\, and Intentional Multiplication. \nThe Early-bird registration is $20 per person until March 15 and $30 per person thereafter. ($30 at the door) There are scholarships available for those who cannot otherwise afford to attend. To request a scholarship\, please contact Hollie\, hswanson@pnwumc.org or (206) 870-6814. \nChildcare Available\, be sure to fill out information on your registration! \nClick Here to Register!
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/roots-and-wings-2019/
LOCATION:Edmonds United Methodist Church\, 828 Caspers Street\, Edmonds\, WA\, 98020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Clergy,Puget Sound,Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Hollie Swanson":MAILTO:HSwanson@pnwumc.org
GEO:47.8176703;-122.3690318
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190316T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190316T150000
DTSTAMP:20190201T015706Z
CREATED:20190201T015706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190201T015706Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer in Missions Training
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join Cheryl Reagan\, our PNW UMVIM Coordinator\, for Volunteer In Mission leader training. Not planning to be a team leader? This information will also be useful to team members in general – we welcome everyone who wants to know more about volunteer service through UMVIM and/or leading mission trips. \nCost is $10/person. Space is limited so register early by contacting Laurie Edwards at lauriee@fumcbellevue.org.
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/volunteer-in-missions-training/
LOCATION:Bellevue First UMC\, 1934 108th Ave NE\, Bellevue\, WA\, 98004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training,UMVIM
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GEO:47.6278507;-122.1954816
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Bellevue First UMC 1934 108th Ave NE Bellevue WA 98004 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1934 108th Ave NE:geo:-122.1954816,47.6278507
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190221T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190221T130000
DTSTAMP:20190131T235139Z
CREATED:20190131T233843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190131T235139Z
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SUMMARY:Safety Advocate Webinar
DESCRIPTION: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. \nTo 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 (please share the church you’ve done this with when you RSVP). \n\nParticipants will need to review the Conference Safe Sanctuaries Guidelines (Click here for the Guidelines) and also take this short quiz before participating in the webinar. (Click here for the Quiz)\n\nIf you are interested in participating in this webinar\, please RSVP prior to Feb 19th to Teri Tobey (ttobey@pnwumc.org; (253) 732-7479).
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/safety-advocate-webinar-13/
LOCATION:Online Training
CATEGORIES:Annual Conference,Children's Ministry,Online Training,Training,Young People's Ministry,Youth
ORGANIZER;CN="Teri Tobey":MAILTO:teri@pnwumc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181130T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181201T170000
DTSTAMP:20181110T231200Z
CREATED:20181110T231200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181110T231200Z
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SUMMARY:Radical Compassion Training
DESCRIPTION:Consider attending the upcoming Jesus’ Way of Radical Compassion: Training of Three-Fold Compassion Facilitators Event on Friday and Saturday\, November 30 and December 1\, 2018 at Portland First United Methodist Church\, Portland\, OR 97201. \nClick here to register now!\nThis three-part training is presented by Dr. Frank Rogers of The Center for Engaged Compassion (CEC) and the Claremont School of Theology. This is the first of three retreats that will include online and individual work between the face-to-face sessions. The training will focus on the teachings\, practices and skills necessary to lead retreats\, workshops\, and congregational events rooted in the CEC’s approach to three-fold compassion. \nThe CEC’s approach to three-fold compassion is rooted in the spiritual path of Jesus and deepens persons’ experience of being loved by an extravagantly compassionate sacred presence\, cultivates a healing and restoring self-compassion\, and increases capacities to extend compassion to others\, including those who suffer\, those who are outcast\, and those with whom we are in enmity. \n“For me\, participating in the Compassion in Practice training has been a powerful combination of finding spaces in myself that I’d ignored for years and giving permission to sweep out the cobwebs and reclaim what was lost as well as connecting with a source of sacredness that surrounds and envelopes me in unexpected ways each time I engage with the material and others in the workshops. The compassion practices are an integral resource for practicing and leading times of reflection and grounding.” Lydia Henry\, Columbia District Lay Leader\, Oregon-Idaho Annual Conference \nThis is the second cohort of persons to be trained in the CEC’s process for radical compassion in the Greater Northwest Area. The process has captured the imagination and commitment of lay and clergy who participated in the first cohort. Some will join Frank as facilitators in this upcoming engagement. \nWe hope that you too will be captured by this process and want to continue with the three sessions that will allow you to facilitate the process on your own. However\, you needn’t commit to becoming a facilitator until after you have experienced the process in this first of three sessions. \nTRAINING OBJECTIVES: \nThose who complete the three-part facilitator training will: \n\nUnderstand the teachings of three-fold compassion and its roots in the Gospels and Christian spirituality.\nInternalize the core practices that cultivate three-fold compassion including the Compassion Practice\, Sacred Moment\, the Awareness Examen\, Welcoming Presence\, Self-Compassion\, Compassion for Others\, and Embodying Compassionate Action.\nPossess a core curriculum that can be adapted for various contexts and forms of retreats\, workshops\, and congregational teaching settings.\nBe able to lead the practices that constitute the core curriculum and facilitate others’ experience of them.\n\nDATE & TIME:\nStart: Friday\, November 30\, beginning at 1:00 PM\nEnd:  Saturday\, December 1\, ending at 5:00 PM \nEVENT LOCATION:\nPortland First United Methodist Church\, 1838 SW Jefferson St.\, Portland\, Oregon 97201. Fireside Room. \nOVERNIGHT LODGING:\nLodging reservations will be made for you on Friday\, November 30 at the Hyatt Place at the Portland airport. Breakfast\, Wi-Fi and parking are included. There is no cost to participants who choose the double occupancy option. Your choice for roommate can be arranged; please make sure that both parties indicate preference on the registration. There is also the option that you may pay the difference between single and double occupancy. Reservations will be made for you once you register and indicate your preference. \nSECOND NIGHT LODGING OPTION:\nLodging for a second night may be covered if the participant meets criteria of one-way travel time being more than five hours. If you have questions about this please confirm through the registrar\, Sally Blanchard (sally@umoi.org). If possible\, a roommate will be assigned; if a roommate is not available you will be responsible for paying the single supplement. \nTRAVEL:\nMileage will be reimbursed at .14 per mile. Airfare can be reimbursed when purchased in advance and if comparable to driving costs (including mileage reimbursement\, on the road lodging and meal expenses). Expense reimbursement forms will be available at the event. The hotel has a free shuttle from the airport and MAX light rail is a convenient transportation option to the church for those arriving without a car. \nREGISTRATION COST:\nA $50.00 registration fee will defray the costs of double occupancy lodging\, meals and program expenses. This training is being sponsored with funds from The Collins Foundation grant in the Oregon-Idaho Conference and by the Pacific Northwest Conference. \nNOTE: \nYour registration is not finalized until payment is received. If possible\, please pay when you register. If that is not possible\, instructions for mailing a check are on the registration. \nREGISTER SOON:\nThis training is limited to the first 25 who register. \nYou will receive an event schedule and agenda electronically once they become available. Prior to the event you will receive your room confirmation number and other details for the event. If you have any questions\, please contact Sally Blanchard\, the registrar at sally@umoi.org.
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/radical-compassion-training/
LOCATION:Portland First UMC\, 1838 SW Jefferson St.\, Portland\, OR\, 97201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Greater NW Area,Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Sally Blanchard":MAILTO:sally@umoi.org
GEO:45.5175959;-122.6931261
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=DESCRIPTION:Consider attending the upcoming Jesus’ Way of Radical Compassion: Training of Three-Fold Compassion Facilitators Event on Friday and Saturday November 30 and December 1 2018 at Portland First United Methodist Church Portland OR 97201. \nClick here to register now!\nThis three-part training is presented by Dr. Frank Rogers of The Center for Engaged Compassion (CEC) and the Claremont School of Theology. This is the first of three retreats that will include online and individual work between the face-to-face sessions. The training will focus on the teachings practices and skills necessary to lead retreats workshops and congregational events rooted in the CEC’s approach to three-fold compassion. \nThe CEC’s approach to three-fold compassion is rooted in the spiritual path of Jesus and deepens persons’ experience of being loved by an extravagantly compassionate sacred presence cultivates a healing and restoring self-compassion and increases capacities to extend compassion to others including those who suffer those who are outcast and those with whom we are in enmity. \n“For me participating in the Compassion in Practice training has been a powerful combination of finding spaces in myself that I’d ignored for years and giving permission to sweep out the cobwebs and reclaim what was lost as well as connecting with a source of sacredness that surrounds and envelopes me in unexpected ways each time I engage with the material and others in the workshops. The compassion practices are an integral resource for practicing and leading times of reflection and grounding.” Lydia Henry Columbia District Lay Leader Oregon-Idaho Annual Conference \nThis is the second cohort of persons to be trained in the CEC’s process for radical compassion in the Greater Northwest Area. The process has captured the imagination and commitment of lay and clergy who participated in the first cohort. Some will join Frank as facilitators in this upcoming engagement. \nWe hope that you too will be captured by this process and want to continue with the three sessions that will allow you to facilitate the process on your own. However you needn’t commit to becoming a facilitator until after you have experienced the process in this first of three sessions. \nTRAINING OBJECTIVES: \nThose who complete the three-part facilitator training will: \n\nUnderstand the teachings of three-fold compassion and its roots in the Gospels and Christian spirituality.\nInternalize the core practices that cultivate three-fold compassion including the Compassion Practice Sacred Moment the Awareness Examen Welcoming Presence Self-Compassion Compassion for Others and Embodying Compassionate Action.\nPossess a core curriculum that can be adapted for various contexts and forms of retreats workshops and congregational teaching settings.\nBe able to lead the practices that constitute the core curriculum and facilitate others’ experience of them.\n\nDATE & TIME:\nStart: Friday November 30 beginning at 1:00 PM\nEnd:  Saturday December 1 ending at 5:00 PM \nEVENT \nPortland First United Methodist Church 1838 SW Jefferson St. Portland Oregon 97201. Fireside Room. \nOVERNIGHT LODGING:\nLodging reservations will be made for you on Friday November 30 at the Hyatt Place at the Portland airport. Breakfast Wi-Fi and parking are included. There is no cost to participants who choose the double occupancy option. Your choice for roommate can be arranged; please make sure that both parties indicate preference on the registration. There is also the option that you may pay the difference between single and double occupancy. Reservations will be made for you once you register and indicate your preference. \nSECOND NIGHT LODGING OPTION:\nLodging for a second night may be covered if the participant meets criteria of one-way travel time being more than five hours. If you have questions about this please confirm through the registrar Sally Blanchard (sally@umoi.org). If possible a roommate will be assigned; if a roommate is not available you will be responsible for paying the single supplement. \nTRAVEL:\nMileage will be reimbursed at .14 per mile. Airfare can be reimbursed when purchased in advance and if comparable to driving costs (including mileage reimbursement on the road lodging and meal expenses). Expense reimbursement forms will be available at the event. The hotel has a free shuttle from the airport and MAX light rail is a convenient transportation option to the church for those arriving without a car. \nREGISTRATION COST:\nA $50.00 registration fee will defray the costs of double occupancy lodging meals and program expenses. This training is being sponsored with funds from The Collins Foundation grant in the Oregon-Idaho Conference and by the Pacific Northwest Conference. \nNOTE: \nYour registration is not finalized until payment is received. If possible please pay when you register. If that is not possible instructions for mailing a check are on the registration. \nREGISTER SOON:\nThis training is limited to the first 25 who register. \nYou will receive an event schedule and agenda electronically once they become available. Prior to the event you will receive your room confirmation number and other details for the event. If you have any questions please contact Sally Blanchard the registrar at sally@umoi.org.;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1838 SW Jefferson St.:geo:-122.6931261,45.5175959
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181128T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181128T130000
DTSTAMP:20180905T181725Z
CREATED:20180905T181725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180905T181725Z
UID:10000298-1543406400-1543410000@www.pnwumc.org
SUMMARY:Safety Advocate Webinar Nov
DESCRIPTION:Conference staff will be offering another webinar 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. \nRSVP’s will be accepted via email to Teri Tobey until November 26th at 9 A.M.\, please include the name of your local church in your RSVP email. Only those who complete all four of the prerequisites will be sent the webinar login instructions on November 26th. \nTo keep our webinar under an hour the following prerequisites must be completed by November 26th at 9 A.M.: \n\nNational background check (available through your local church)\nComplete the MinistrySafe abuse awareness video training. (available through your local church\, online videos taking about an hour)\nParticipants will need to review the Conference Safe Sanctuaries Guidelines (Click here for the Guidelines)\nTake this Google quiz (Click here for the Quiz)
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/safety-advocate-webinar-nov/
LOCATION:Online Training
CATEGORIES:Annual Conference,Online Training,Training,Young People's Ministry
ORGANIZER;CN="Teri Tobey":MAILTO:teri@pnwumc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181101T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181101T130000
DTSTAMP:20181008T183107Z
CREATED:20180905T181335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181008T183107Z
UID:10000297-1541073600-1541077200@www.pnwumc.org
SUMMARY:Safety Advocate Webinar October
DESCRIPTION:Conference staff will be offering another webinar 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. \nRSVP’s will be accepted via email to Teri Tobey until October 29th at 9 A.M.\, please include the name of your local church in your RSVP email. Only those who complete all four of the prerequisites will be sent the webinar login instructions on October 29th. \nTo keep our webinar under an hour the following prerequisites must be completed by October 29th at 9 A.M.: \n\nNational background check (available through your local church)\nComplete the MinistrySafe abuse awareness video training. (available through your local church\, online videos taking about an hour)\nParticipants will need to review the Conference Safe Sanctuaries Guidelines (Click here for the Guidelines)\nTake this Google quiz (Click here for the Quiz)
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/safety-advocate-webinar-october/
LOCATION:Online Training
CATEGORIES:Annual Conference,Online Training,Young People's Ministry
ORGANIZER;CN="Teri Tobey":MAILTO:teri@pnwumc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181027T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181027T153000
DTSTAMP:20180913T210228Z
CREATED:20180913T204957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180913T210228Z
UID:10000304-1540630800-1540654200@www.pnwumc.org
SUMMARY:Fall Certified Lay Minister Cycle B- Intermediate Preaching
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/certified-lay-minister-cycle-b-intermediate-preaching/
LOCATION:Mill Plain United Methodist Church\, 15804 SE Mill Plain Blvd\, Vancouver\, WA\, 98684\, United States
CATEGORIES:Certified Lay Minister
GEO:45.6167081;-122.5093987
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mill Plain United Methodist Church 15804 SE Mill Plain Blvd Vancouver WA 98684 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=15804 SE Mill Plain Blvd:geo:-122.5093987,45.6167081
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181027T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181027T170000
DTSTAMP:20181024T224157Z
CREATED:20180817T232406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181024T224157Z
UID:10000282-1540629000-1540659600@www.pnwumc.org
SUMMARY:CANCELLED: Fall Early Response Team Training
DESCRIPTION:  \nBe ready to help when a disaster strikes. Learn from experienced instructors how to clean out a flooded home\, sift through ashes and work alongside survivors while staying safe. \n$25 for the Basic class (8:30am – 5:00pm)\, $10 for Advanced Classes (8:30am – 12:30pm; for current or renewing ERT badge holders) includes training materials\, lunch and snacks. \nClasses are open to anyone 18 years or older. \nDeadline to register is Friday\, October 19. \nHave questions or like more information? Contact Kathy Bryson\, PNWUMC ERT Coordinatoratpnwumcert@gmail.comor (509)539-2978 \nClick here to learn more and register today!
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/fall-early-response-team-training/
LOCATION:Bremerton United Methodist Church\, 1150 Marine Dr\, Bremerton\, WA\, 98312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Conference,Disaster Response,Emergency Preparedness,Training,UMVIM
GEO:47.572687;-122.6649575
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Bremerton United Methodist Church 1150 Marine Dr Bremerton WA 98312 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1150 Marine Dr:geo:-122.6649575,47.572687
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181023
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181026
DTSTAMP:20181019T175753Z
CREATED:20180724T185052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181019T175753Z
UID:10000276-1540252800-1540511999@www.pnwumc.org
SUMMARY:PNW Gathering of the Orders
DESCRIPTION:What does it mean to be a Deacon\, an Elder\, a Licensed Local Pastor\, a Certified Lay Minister or Lay Person Assigned? How do these offices within the church strengthen the church as a whole? How do they provide people a variety of ways to offer themselves vocationally for the sake of the Gospel of Jesus Christ? How do we understand these as identities and not only\, or even primarily\, job descriptions? How has each of our responses to God’s claim on our lives led us to the identity\, the work\, and the Way that gives us deep meaning and purpose? \nThese are hard questions in the best of times. During times of national\, international\, and denominational strife and division\, it becomes more imperative to know how to address them. This way of life is wonderful\, difficult\, heartbreaking\, joyous\, isolating\, painful\, and filled with love. There is no other job like serving God vocationally. \nYou are invited to the Gathering of the Orders where this year we will explore spiritual sustenance for this life. We will dialogue about the realities of living this way amid change – personal\, professional\, denominational\, and sociopolitical. You are invited as a spiritual leader in this denomination to gather with your colleagues and fellow members of your orders and fellowships to be replenished. We hope to see you October 23-25. \nRev. Larry Peacock\, a retired UMC Elder\, Executive Director of the Franciscan Spiritual Center\, Portland\, Oregon\, a retreat leader\, and Spiritual Director will serve as our keynote presenter\, as he speaks on and invites us to reflect upon “Angles and Rules: Shaping a Contemplative Life” and “Hospice Worker or Trail Blazer: The Multiple Shapes of Spiritual Leadership.” Larry has authored two books\, Openings: Daybook of Saints\, Sages\, Psalms and Prayer Practices\, and The Living Nativity: Preparing for Christmas with St. Francis. \n\n\n\nWe celebrate God’s claim on our lives as ministers of the gospel of Jesus Christ. What brings you joy in this work? What confirms for you that God has called you to this life? Please bring to the Gathering of the Orders October 23-25 a photo or image that communicates your vocational identity. Interpret this as you will…be creative\, honest\, raw\, humorous. Be you. We will post and give thanks for this holy life. See you October 23-25 in Wenatchee!\n\n\n\nOnline registration closed on October 15. Onsite registration will be available for $75.\nChildcare is being offered by the church for children 4 and under. \nWorkshops Descriptions\nPlease select two of the following when you register. \nMindfulness – led by Rev. Denise McGuiness – Mindfulness has seen a resurgence in recent years as a technique used in positive psychology to help build wellbeing and resilience in one’s life. It is based on an ancient practice with spiritual roots in Christianity (centering prayer) and Buddhism (meditation) as well as other religious traditions. This course is a basic introduction to the benefits of mindfulness for stress reduction as well as how to use it as a meditation practice. \nSolvitur Ambulando: It Is Solved by Walking – led by Rev. Wes Stanton – A brief exploration of walking as spiritual practice. We are evolved to be pedestrians. We are embodied to be attuned to all around us. Jesus’ community of disciples was a walking community\, and his teachings and encounters along the way (the Way!) form us as they formed that community. Participants will be invited to walk together and separately in Wenatchee neighborhoods. Dress for the weather\, and don’t forget sun protection. \nThree Contemplative Practices that Transform Ourselves and Our World – led by Rev. Larry J. Peacock – We will explore and practice befriending silence\, embracing loving kindness and living with gratitude. All of this as formation for a personal daily practice. [Only Offered Wednesday afternoon] \nI Still Proclaim: Slam Poetry for Preachers\, Pray-ers\, and Scripture Readers – led by Rev. Katy Shedlock – Slam poetry is a contemporary art form with much to offer preachers\, liturgists\, and worship designers. We’ll learn the basic principles of slam and apply them to the public reading of Scripture\, crafting and delivering prayers in worship\, and creating sermons. No experience in poetry or performance necessary\, but please come ready to write\, read\, and cheer each other on! \nVocational Identity and Calling During Personal Change – TBD – A moderated discussion with participants. \nSchedule for Orders Retreat – October 23-25\, 2018\nTuesday \n12-1:30 – Registration\n1:45 Gathering/Announcements\n2:00 Opening Worship\n2:30 Plenary Session – Keynote – Larry Peacock\n3:30 Break\n4:00 Workshops\n5:30 Dinner at Wenatchee First\n6:45 Vespers \nWednesday \n9:00 Opening Worship\n9:30 Plenary session – Keynote – Larry Peacock\n10:30-11:15 Groups for Reflection\nNoon Lunch – On your own\n1:30 Gathering of the Orders and Fellowships\n3:00 Break\n3:30 Workshops\n5:00 Vespers\n5:30 Dinner on your own \nThursday \n9:30 Closing with Bishop Elaine discussing a theology of resilience\nService with Holy Communion \nWenatchee Hotel Options\n(In order of distance from the church) \n\nCoast Wenatchee Center Hotel (.6 mi)\nComfort Inn – Downtown (.9 mi)\nBest Western Chieftain Inn (1 mi)\nTravel Lodge by Wyndham (1 mi.)\nRed Lion Hotel (1.2 mi)\nSuper 8 by Wyndham (1.3 mi)\nCedars Inn (1.5 mi)\nSpringhill Suites (1.9 mi)\nHoliday Inn Express (2.1 mi)\nLa Quinta Inn and Suites (2.1 mi)\nComfort Suites (3 mi)
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/pnw-gathering-of-the-orders/
LOCATION:Wenatchee First United Methodist Church\, 941 Washington Street\, Wenatchee\, WA\, 98801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Conference,Clergy,Meetings,Training
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GEO:47.4224801;-120.324255
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181022T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181022T170000
DTSTAMP:20180905T202112Z
CREATED:20180518T190028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180905T202112Z
UID:10000265-1540198800-1540227600@www.pnwumc.org
SUMMARY:Multiplying Ministries
DESCRIPTION:Conference Room #1 \n  \nMultiplying Ministries — Session Two \n 
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/multiplying-ministries-4/
LOCATION:The Pacific Northwest Conference of the United Methodist Church\, 816 S 216th St\, Des Moines\, WA\, 98198\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Conference,Meetings,Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Patrick Ferguson":MAILTO:pferguson@greaternw.org
GEO:47.4095109;-122.3211638
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Pacific Northwest Conference of the United Methodist Church 816 S 216th St Des Moines WA 98198 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=816 S 216th St:geo:-122.3211638,47.4095109
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181006T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181006T150000
DTSTAMP:20180913T204712Z
CREATED:20180913T204712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180913T204712Z
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SUMMARY:Fall Certified Lay Minister Class- Cycle A- Intermediate Worship & Sacraments
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/fall-certified-lay-minister-class-cycle-a-intermediate-worship-sacraments/
LOCATION:Mill Plain United Methodist Church\, 15804 SE Mill Plain Blvd\, Vancouver\, WA\, 98684\, United States
CATEGORIES:Certified Lay Minister
ORGANIZER;CN="Hollie Swanson":MAILTO:HSwanson@pnwumc.org
GEO:45.6167081;-122.5093987
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mill Plain United Methodist Church 15804 SE Mill Plain Blvd Vancouver WA 98684 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=15804 SE Mill Plain Blvd:geo:-122.5093987,45.6167081
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180929T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180929T153000
DTSTAMP:20180818T001555Z
CREATED:20180818T001555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180818T001555Z
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SUMMARY:Weaving Our Strengths: Narratives of Hope
DESCRIPTION:You’re Invited!\nCome one\, come all!\nLay leaders\, ministers\, pastors\, youth leaders\, interested individuals\, church leadership councils\, outreach teams\, social justice teams\, mission teams\, worship teams\, . . . \nCome to Weaving Our Strengths\, a day-long conference of fellowship\, inspiration and skill-building to strengthen local churches’ efforts for the common good. The day includes worship\, two sessions of workshops\, and an afternoon session moving from conversation to action. This year’s theme is Narratives of Hope. \nConference information is up on our website at www.thechurchcouncil.org/wos\nincluding workshop descriptions and presenter bios\,\nlogistics\, ways to share the invitation\, and registration. \nWorkshop themes include organizing for church vitality; our call to advocacy; water in Scripture\, our lives and world; standing with our Muslim neighbors; equity in daily life; racial justice; civility; environmental and housing justice; spirituality & justice “reset”; cultural humility; and discernment. \nRegister Now!\nA few notes: \n\nBring a team! Take advantage of more workshop offerings\, build shared capacity and help implement learnings. There are group rates\, along with student and individual rates.\nEarly Bird rate for individuals ends Sept. 4\nScholarships are available\nFree childcare available with pre-registration by Sept. 21\nFree parking available\nCoffee\, tea\, snacks provided. Food vendor invited for lunch.\n\nWeaving Our Strengths is offered by the Church Council of Greater Seattle. Rooted in the way of Jesus\, the Church Council of Greater Seattle connects congregations to engage in prophetic witness for justice. We partner with interfaith\, community\, and government organizations in our collective work for a more equitable and just society. Learn more at www.thechurchcouncil.org. \nSponsors include: Dignity Memorial: Puget Sound Dignity Memorial providers including Acacia Memorial Park and Funeral Home\, The Episcopal Diocese of Olympia\, SEIU 6 Property Services NW\, SEIU Healthcare 1199NW\, UFCW 21\, Community of Christ\, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints\, Evergreen Association of American Baptist Churches\, The Pacific Northwest Conference of the United Methodist Church\, Presbytery of Seattle\, Aerospace Machinists Union District Lodge 751\, Faith Action Network\, Horizon House\, Northwest Washington Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America\, Puget Sound Sage\, Teamsters Local 117\, and Washington State Labor Council\, AFL-CIO.
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/weaving-our-strengths-narratives-of-hope/
LOCATION:Mercer Island Presbyterian Church\, 3605 84th Ave. SE\, Mercer Island\, WA\, 98040\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networks,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ann Erickson":MAILTO:aerickson@thechurchcouncil.org
GEO:47.5778131;-122.2280814
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mercer Island Presbyterian Church 3605 84th Ave. SE Mercer Island WA 98040 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3605 84th Ave. SE:geo:-122.2280814,47.5778131
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180926T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180926T150000
DTSTAMP:20180905T180723Z
CREATED:20180905T180723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180905T180723Z
UID:10000296-1537970400-1537974000@www.pnwumc.org
SUMMARY:Safety Advocate Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Conference staff will be offering another webinar 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. \nRSVP’s will be accepted via email to Teri Tobey until September 21st at 9 A.M.\, please include the name of your local church in your RSVP email. Only those who complete all four of the prerequisites will be sent the webinar login instructions on September 24th. \nTo keep our webinar under an hour the following prerequisites must be completed by September 24th at 9 A.M.: \n\nNational background check (available through your local church)\nComplete the MinistrySafe abuse awareness video training. (available through your local church\, online videos taking about an hour)\nParticipants will need to review the Conference Safe Sanctuaries Guidelines (Click here for the Guidelines)\nTake this Google quiz (Click here for the Quiz)
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/safety-advocate-webinar-12/
LOCATION:Online Training
CATEGORIES:Annual Conference,Online Training,Training,Young People's Ministry
ORGANIZER;CN="Teri Tobey":MAILTO:teri@pnwumc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180921T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180922T200000
DTSTAMP:20180814T211442Z
CREATED:20180726T043408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180814T211442Z
UID:10000278-1537554600-1537646400@www.pnwumc.org
SUMMARY:Love Thy Neighbor Seattle: Gathering for Ordinary Revival
DESCRIPTION:Across the Pacific Northwest there is an ordinary revival brewing. \nChurches are moving from:\nFragmented Isolation TO Neighborhood Presence\nReligious Consumerism TO Collaborative Participation\nUnrecognized Privilege TO Equitable Inclusion\nA Scarcity Lens TO Abundant Ecology\nToxic Charity TO Community Caring \nOn September 21-22\, we will gather in Seattle to celebrate what God is already doing in our midst and to plot towards what is possible. We will reignite our communal imagination towards God’s work in our neighborhoods and nurture the culture shift of churches and leadership as we cast a vision for the next 10 years. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTEND\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDenominational and non-denominational pastors\nLeaders within the church\nLocal practitioners who are already joining in what God is doing in the everyday life of their town\, village\, or neighborhood.\nMission\, non-profit and outreach leadership\nCongregation members\n\nQuite frankly\, it’s anyone that responds to the tide of social and ecological fragmentation by learning to follow Jesus as they grow the fabric of love and care in their parish\, and link together across places in mutual learning\, collaboration\, and encouragement. \nLearn More & Register
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/love-thy-neighbor-ordinary-revival/
LOCATION:Tibbetts UMC\, 3940 41st Ave SW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Clergy,Greater NW Area,Laity,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Leroy Barber":MAILTO:lbarber@greaternw.org
GEO:47.5688795;-122.3836548
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180914T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180915T160000
DTSTAMP:20180814T211344Z
CREATED:20180814T205737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180814T211344Z
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SUMMARY:Love Thy Neighbor Boise: Gathering for Ordinary Revival
DESCRIPTION:Across the Pacific Northwest there is an ordinary revival brewing. \nChurches are moving from:\nFragmented Isolation TO Neighborhood Presence\nReligious Consumerism TO Collaborative Participation\nUnrecognized Privilege TO Equitable Inclusion\nA Scarcity Lens TO Abundant Ecology\nToxic Charity TO Community Caring \nOn September 14-15\, we will gather in near Boise to celebrate what God is already doing in our midst and to plot towards what is possible. We will reignite our communal imagination towards God’s work in our neighborhoods and nurture the culture shift of churches and leadership as we cast a vision for the next 10 years. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTEND\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDenominational and non-denominational pastors\nLeaders within the church\nLocal practitioners who are already joining in what God is doing in the everyday life of their town\, village\, or neighborhood.\nMission\, non-profit and outreach leadership\nCongregation members\n\nQuite frankly\, it’s anyone that responds to the tide of social and ecological fragmentation by learning to follow Jesus as they grow the fabric of love and care in their parish\, and link together across places in mutual learning\, collaboration\, and encouragement. \nLearn More & Register
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/love-thy-neighbor-ordinary-revival-4/
LOCATION:Kuna United Methodist Church\, 260 W. 4th St.\, Kuna\, ID\, 83634\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Conference,Greater NW Area,Networks,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Leroy Barber":MAILTO:lbarber@greaternw.org
GEO:43.4919974;-116.4159586
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180908T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180908T120000
DTSTAMP:20180726T232547Z
CREATED:20180310T190318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180726T232547Z
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SUMMARY:Table Talks: Finding a Way Forward Together
DESCRIPTION:United Methodists in the Alaska\, Oregon-Idaho and Pacific Northwest Conferences are being encouraged to participate in Table Talk conversations being planned in various settings across the Greater Northwest Area. These opportunities will provide attendees a way to engage the church’s current discussion of human sexuality and the report of the Commission on a Way Forward within a structure of worship and respect for one another. \nOur Table Talk at Wenatchee First UMC will start at 9am and finish at Noon. \nClergy and lay people from all across the area are asked to seriously consider participating in one of these opportunities. \nClick here to learn more about these conversations.\nPlease RSVP so site leaders can prepare for the right number of people.
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/table-talks-finding-a-way-forward-together-10/
LOCATION:Wenatchee First United Methodist Church\, 941 Washington Street\, Wenatchee\, WA\, 98801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Conference,Clergy,District,Greater NW Area,Laity,Seven Rivers,Training
GEO:47.4224801;-120.324255
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180907T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180908T160000
DTSTAMP:20180814T211208Z
CREATED:20180726T043415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180814T211208Z
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SUMMARY:Love Thy Neighbor Spokane: Gathering for Ordinary Revival
DESCRIPTION:Across the Pacific Northwest there is an ordinary revival brewing. \nChurches are moving from:\nFragmented Isolation TO Neighborhood Presence\nReligious Consumerism TO Collaborative Participation\nUnrecognized Privilege TO Equitable Inclusion\nA Scarcity Lens TO Abundant Ecology\nToxic Charity TO Community Caring \nOn September 7-8\, we will gather in Spokane to celebrate what God is already doing in our midst and to plot towards what is possible. We will reignite our communal imagination towards God’s work in our neighborhoods and nurture the culture shift of churches and leadership as we cast a vision for the next 10 years. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTEND\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDenominational and non-denominational pastors\nLeaders within the church\nLocal practitioners who are already joining in what God is doing in the everyday life of their town\, village\, or neighborhood.\nMission\, non-profit and outreach leadership\nCongregation members\n\nQuite frankly\, it’s anyone that responds to the tide of social and ecological fragmentation by learning to follow Jesus as they grow the fabric of love and care in their parish\, and link together across places in mutual learning\, collaboration\, and encouragement. \nLearn More & Register
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/love-thy-neighbor-ordinary-revival-2/
LOCATION:West Central Episcopal Mission\, 1832 W Dean Ave\, Spokane\, WA\, 99201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Clergy,Greater NW Area,Laity,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Leroy Barber":MAILTO:lbarber@greaternw.org
GEO:47.666295;-117.4399114
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=West Central Episcopal Mission 1832 W Dean Ave Spokane WA 99201 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1832 W Dean Ave:geo:-117.4399114,47.666295
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180825T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180825T150000
DTSTAMP:20180726T033458Z
CREATED:20180726T032554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180726T033458Z
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SUMMARY:Messy Church Training
DESCRIPTION:You and a team from your congregation are invited to attend a one-day training session for Messy Church which we are offering at Federal Way UMC on August 25 from 9am – 3pm. In case you aren’t sure what Messy Church is\, here are some important points: \n\nMessy Church is a way of being church for families involving fun\nMessy Church is a church (not a craft club) that helps people encounter God\nMessy Church is Christ-centered\, for all ages\, and emphasizes creativity\, hospitality\, and celebration\n\nMessy Church usually meets once a month and is designed for those who won’t necessarily come to a traditional worship service. Several churches in the PNW Annual Conference already offer Messy Church\, and they have had good results! For more information\, please visit this website: https://www.messychurch.org.uk/ \nRoberta Egli\, regional director for Messy Church\, will be present to lead the training. The cost per congregation is $125\, and you may bring as many team members as you like. \nIf you would like to register to attend\, please let us know by August 11\, and provide payment to Federal Way UMC (29645 51st Ave. S.\, Auburn\, WA\, 98001). \nIf you have questions\, please contact Ann Mayer at 253-839-9220 or email her at arsamayer@yahoo.com. \nThis is NOT limited to United Methodists! Please let others know about this invitation. \nClick here for a flier to print and share!
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/messy-church-training-3/
LOCATION:Federal Way United Methodist Church\, 29645 51st Ave S\, Auburn\, WA\, 98001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Local Church,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ann Mayer":MAILTO:arsamayer@yahoo.com
GEO:47.336009;-122.2714229
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180824T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180825T200000
DTSTAMP:20180814T211237Z
CREATED:20180814T205224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180814T211237Z
UID:10000280-1535135400-1535227200@www.pnwumc.org
SUMMARY:Love Thy Neighbor Eugene: Gathering for Ordinary Revival
DESCRIPTION:Across the Pacific Northwest there is an ordinary revival brewing. \nChurches are moving from:\nFragmented Isolation TO Neighborhood Presence\nReligious Consumerism TO Collaborative Participation\nUnrecognized Privilege TO Equitable Inclusion\nA Scarcity Lens TO Abundant Ecology\nToxic Charity TO Community Caring \nOn August 24-25\, we will gather in Eugene to celebrate what God is already doing in our midst and to plot towards what is possible. We will reignite our communal imagination towards God’s work in our neighborhoods and nurture the culture shift of churches and leadership as we cast a vision for the next 10 years. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTEND\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDenominational and non-denominational pastors\nLeaders within the church\nLocal practitioners who are already joining in what God is doing in the everyday life of their town\, village\, or neighborhood.\nMission\, non-profit and outreach leadership\nCongregation members\n\nQuite frankly\, it’s anyone that responds to the tide of social and ecological fragmentation by learning to follow Jesus as they grow the fabric of love and care in their parish\, and link together across places in mutual learning\, collaboration\, and encouragement. \nLearn More & Register
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/love-thy-neighbor-ordinary-revival-3/
LOCATION:Wesley United Methodist Church\, 1385 Cal Young Road\, Eugene\, OR\, 97401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Conference,Greater NW Area,Networks,Training
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GEO:44.0778637;-123.0928967
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Wesley United Methodist Church 1385 Cal Young Road Eugene OR 97401 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1385 Cal Young Road:geo:-123.0928967,44.0778637
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180815
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180819
DTSTAMP:20180630T234149Z
CREATED:20180630T234149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180630T234149Z
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SUMMARY:SCD - School of Congregational Development
DESCRIPTION:The School of Congregational Development is a premier event for United Methodist leaders for equipping conference leaders\, clergy\, and laity to lead vital\, dynamic\, life-changing congregations. Sponsored by Discipleship Ministries\, Global Ministries\, and Path 1\, this year’s event is being hosted by the California-Pacific Conference. \nClick here for more information and online registration.
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/scd-school-of-congregational-development/
LOCATION:WA\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Church,Training
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