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SUMMARY:Mission u 2017
DESCRIPTION:Click to see full PDF.\nMission u\, a cooperative venture of the PNW UMW and the Conference Board of Global Ministries\, will take place July 14-17\, 2017 on the Central Washington University campus in Ellensburg\, Washington. The following studies are expected. \n\nThe Missionary Conferences – Bishop Mary Ann Swenson\nClimate Justice – Rev. Pat Watkins\nA Covenantal Community – Rev. Neal Christie\, Assistant General Secretary for Education & Leadership Formation General Board of Church and Society & Janjay Innis\, Global Ministries Global Mission Fellow Coordinator Atlanta\nYouth Study: The Missionary Conferences – Rev. Christopher Gudger-Raines\, Amanda Hutchinson\n\nQuestions? Contact Joan Hackett – Email or Amanda Hutchinson – Email.
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/mission-u-2017/
LOCATION:Central Washington University\, 400 E. University Way\, Ellensburg\, WA\, 98926\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Conference,Clergy,Laity,Training,United Methodist Women
ORGANIZER;CN="Joan Hackett":MAILTO:revkeithjoan@hotmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170508
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170510
DTSTAMP:20260531T040458
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SUMMARY:Clergy Transitions Workshop
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/clergy-transitions-workshop/
LOCATION:Vancouver: First UMC\, 401 E 33rd St\, Vancouver\, WA\, 98663\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Conference,Clergy,Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Anna Conklin":MAILTO:aconklin@pnwumc.org
GEO:45.644877;-122.667931
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170506T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170506T170000
DTSTAMP:20260531T040458
CREATED:20170428T171209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170501T230613Z
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SUMMARY:3 Events to Make a Difference
DESCRIPTION:Moving Toward Positive Change in Our Communities\n\n\n\n\nBYSTANDER REVOLUTION\nMay 6 • Led by Rev. Terri Stewart • 9:30 a.m – Noon \nHave you heard a racist\, religious\, or sexist joke and not known how to respond with compassion to say that such jokes are not welcome? Have you seen someone harassed in public and wanted to help but didn’t know how? Do you have children who ask how to handle a bullying situation\, and you want good strategies to help them? This training will introduce participants to proactive ways to be a supportive presence in racially or socially difficult circumstances. \n\n\n\n\nKING COUNTY JUVENILE COURT IS PILOTING PEACEMAKING CIRCLES\nMay 6 • Led by Rev. Terri Stewart • 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. \nAs an alternative and community-based way to resolve some of its juvenile felony cases. This reduces incarceration\, fosters healing for both victims and offenders\, and affords profound opportunity for transformation. This is the Gospel in action. Come to learn more! \n\n\n\n\nWANTED: A SPIRITUAL PURSUIT THROUGH JAIL\, AMONG OUTLAWS\, AND ACROSS BORDERS\nMay 6 • 7:30 p.m.\n May 7 • Preaching at Sunnyside UMC \nA Young Chaplain Pursues an Elusive God in Society’s Forgotten Places. Come hear Chris Hoke tell his story of ministry with gang members in rural Washington. \nTo access this information in Spanish\, click here.\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/3-events-to-make-a-difference/
LOCATION:Sunnyside United Methodist Church\, 906 E. Edison Ave.\, Sunnyside\, WA\, 98944\, United States
CATEGORIES:District,Seven Rivers,Training
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X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sunnyside United Methodist Church 906 E. Edison Ave. Sunnyside WA 98944 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=906 E. Edison Ave.:geo:-120.0080491,46.3240789
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170505
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170506
DTSTAMP:20260531T040458
CREATED:20161118T224511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170404T174529Z
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SUMMARY:CLM - Cycle B - Sacramental Theology and Worship (westside)
DESCRIPTION:Sacramental Theology and Worship will help students gain a deeper theological understanding and meaning of worship – it’s form and liturgy and hymnology. An overview of the theology of baptism and communion in the United Methodist tradition will also be covered. \nClick here for more information and to register!
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/clm-cycle-b-sacramental-theology-and-worship-westside/
LOCATION:Salmon Creek UMC\, 12217 Northeast Highway 99\,  Vancouver\, WA\, 98686\, United States
CATEGORIES:Certified Lay Minister,District,Training,Tuell Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170429T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170429T170000
DTSTAMP:20260531T040458
CREATED:20161118T224736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170405T022453Z
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SUMMARY:Lay Servant Ministries Training - Leading Public Prayer
DESCRIPTION:Laity are frequently invited to lead prayer in worship and other settings.  The primary objective for this course is to enable laity to effectively prepare and lead various prayer forms. All laity of the conference are welcome. \nTo register\, contact Joan Holms\, joanholms25@msn.com or 206-498-3689. \nDeadline for registration will close at 9:00 a.m. Thursday\, April 27th. \nCost: $30.00 (includes book\, lunch and snacks)
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/lay-servant-ministries-training-leading-public-prayer/
LOCATION:Renton UMC\, 2201 Northeast 4th Street\, Renton\, WA\, 98056\, United States
CATEGORIES:Laity,Local Church,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Joan Holms":MAILTO:joanholms25@msn.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170429
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170430
DTSTAMP:20260531T040458
CREATED:20161118T224339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170330T054710Z
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SUMMARY:CLM - Cycle B - Sacramental Theology and Worship (eastside)
DESCRIPTION:Sacramental Theology and Worship will help students gain a deeper theological understanding and meaning of worship – it’s form and liturgy and hymnology. An overview of the theology of baptism and communion in the United Methodist tradition will also be covered. \nClick here to register and for more information.
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/clm-cycle-b-sacramental-theology-and-worship-eastside/
LOCATION:Hillview UMC\, 8525 W Ustick Rd\, Boise\, ID\, 83704\, United States
CATEGORIES:Certified Lay Minister,District,Laity,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170428T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170430T120000
DTSTAMP:20260531T040458
CREATED:20161208T223651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170223T001151Z
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SUMMARY:Early Response Team (ERT) Spring Training
DESCRIPTION:The PNWUMC Volunteers in Mission team is hosting the First Annual Early Response Team “Spring Training” April 28-30\, 2017 at the Lazy F UMC Camp near Ellensburg\, Wa.  Have fun in a beautiful setting\, learn new skills and meet the ERT community. UMCOR trained instructors will teach ERT Basic\, Refresher and Advanced ERT classes. \nBeginning Friday evening\, the Spring Training team will offer a full schedule of weekend classes.  Current ERT badge holders and those interested in refreshing their ERT badge will enjoy rotating through classes including Wildfire Relief\, Spiritual Care\, Safety Officer Training\, plus a “Muck Out Deep Dive”.  A hands-on Chainsaw Training will also be available.  The Basic ERT Training will be held all day Saturday for those new to the program and include the Friday night and Sunday classes.  The trainings wrap up by Sunday noon. \nERT Spring Training registration is now open.  Early registration through April 1 is $35 per person and includes the ERT Basic\, Refresher or Advanced classes\, two nights accommodations in a Lazy F bunkhouse\, all meals Saturday plus Sunday breakfast and class training materials.  Registration April 2-20 is $45 then closes April 21. Anyone 18 years or older is welcome to attend. \nClick here to learn more and register online!
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/early-response-team-ert-spring-training/
LOCATION:Lazy F Camp and Retreat Center\, 16170 Manastash Road\, Ellensburg\, WA\, 98926\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Conference,Disaster Response,Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Kathy Bryson":MAILTO:brysonpnw@gmail.com
GEO:46.961686;-120.775124
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170426T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170426T130000
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CREATED:20170313T212855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170313T212855Z
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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 Friday April 21st\, 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. \nTo keep our webinar under an hour the following prerequisites must be completed by April 25th: \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-6/
LOCATION:Online Training
CATEGORIES:Annual Conference,Children's Ministry,Online Training,Training,Young People's Ministry,Youth
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170310
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170314
DTSTAMP:20260531T040458
CREATED:20161101T210721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161101T210721Z
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SUMMARY:Shakin' and Bakin' the WJ Way
DESCRIPTION:Western Jurisdiction Disaster Response Academy\nBi-annual Western Jurisdiction Disaster Response Academy will be held on March 10-13\, 2017 at the Doubletree by Hilton in Ontario\, California. \nParticipants will have an abundance of fun and informative learning opportunities led by staff from the United Methodist Committee on Relief and others. Stories will be shared from across the Jurisdiction and the ERT\, Recovery and Shower trailer for disaster response will be on view. All are invited to this wonderful event. \nClick here for more info and to Register Online.
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/shakin-and-bakin-the-wj-way/
LOCATION:DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Ontario Airport\, 222 North Vineyard Avenue\, Ontario\, CA\, 91764-4431\, United States
CATEGORIES:Disaster Response,General Church,Training,Western Jurisdiction
ORGANIZER;CN="Judy Lewis":MAILTO:dfjklewis@aol.com
GEO:34.0660903;-117.6096671
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Ontario Airport 222 North Vineyard Avenue Ontario CA 91764-4431 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=222 North Vineyard Avenue:geo:-117.6096671,34.0660903
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170309
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170311
DTSTAMP:20260531T040458
CREATED:20161101T211650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161216T024436Z
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SUMMARY:Northwest Leadership Institute
DESCRIPTION:Registration is now open!\nSign-up today and enjoy early bird pricing  – available through January 31st.
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/northwest-leadership-institute-2/
LOCATION:Cathedral of the Rockies\, 717 N. 11th St.\, Boise\, ID\, 83702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Greater NW Area,Local Church,Training
GEO:43.6226137;-116.2026794
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170308T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170308T170000
DTSTAMP:20260531T040458
CREATED:20161208T162058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170301T044831Z
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SUMMARY:Safety Advocate Webinar
DESCRIPTION:To serve as a Safety Advocate\, you must first pass a national background check\, and complete the basic abuse awareness training offered through Ministry Safe in addition to this component (please share the church you’ve done this with when you RSVP). \nWe are currently offering a webinar on March 8 from 4-5 pm. \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)
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/safety-advocate-webinar-5/
LOCATION:Alton Collins Retreat Center\, 32867 OR-211\, Eagle Creek\, OR\, 97022\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Conference,Online Training,Training,Young People's Ministry
ORGANIZER;CN="Teri Tobey":MAILTO:teri@pnwumc.org
GEO:45.3727696;-122.3287986
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170302T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170302T153000
DTSTAMP:20260531T040458
CREATED:20160908T223213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161220T215920Z
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SUMMARY:Multiplying Ministries
DESCRIPTION:Conference Room #1 \nMultiplying Ministries is a new invitational pilot program designed to foster a unique space of creative engagement\, collaborative conversations\, and a “think tank” environment.
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/multiplying-ministries-2017-03-01/
LOCATION:Alton Collins Retreat Center\, 32867 OR-211\, Eagle Creek\, OR\, 97022\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Conference,Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Patrick Ferguson":MAILTO:pferguson@greaternw.org
GEO:45.3727696;-122.3287986
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