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  • Understanding the Constitutional Amendments

    Virtual Event

    In May, the Western Jurisdiction is providing a webinar to prepare members to learn about the four proposed amendments to our United Methodist Constitution. This year’s Annual Conference gatherings require votes that impact our worldwide connection, and we want you to be informed and involved. Your participation matters! At the General Conference 2020/2024 meeting, four […]

  • Lay Servant Ministries: Discovering and Using Spiritual Gifts

    Lay Servant Ministries: Leading Public Prayer
    Zoom Webinar , United States

    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 […]

  • Using A.I. Tools in the Church

    Cathedral of the Rockies 717 N. 11th St., Boise, ID, United States

    So maybe you’ve heard all the buzz about A.I. in the news over the last year. Perhaps you’re thinking, what is it, what impact does it have on the church, should be using it, and is it the devil incarnate? If you’ve been asking any of those questions, are curious, convinced, or are dead set […]

  • Lay Servant Ministries Basic Course

    Lay Servant Ministries Basic Course
    Virtual Event

    The “Introduction to Lay Ministry: The BASIC Course” is the foundational course for Lay Servant Ministries. This is the gateway course for those who are called to be Certified Lay Servants, Lay Speakers, and Lay Ministers. And can also be part of a person’s discipleship plan to acquaint you with your gifts, calling, and responsibilities […]

  • Lay Servant Ministries Basic Course

    Lay Servant Ministries Basic Course
    Virtual Event

    The “Introduction to Lay Ministry: The BASIC Course” is the foundational course for Lay Servant Ministries. This is the gateway course for those who are called to be Certified Lay Servants, Lay Speakers, and Lay Ministers. And can also be part of a person’s discipleship plan to acquaint you with your gifts, calling, and responsibilities […]

  • Lay Servant Ministries Basic Course

    Lay Servant Ministries Basic Course
    Virtual Event

    The “Introduction to Lay Ministry: The BASIC Course” is the foundational course for Lay Servant Ministries. This is the gateway course for those who are called to be Certified Lay Servants, Lay Speakers, and Lay Ministers. And can also be part of a person’s discipleship plan to acquaint you with your gifts, calling, and responsibilities […]

  • Lay Servant Ministries Basic Course

    Lay Servant Ministries Basic Course
    Virtual Event

    The “Introduction to Lay Ministry: The BASIC Course” is the foundational course for Lay Servant Ministries. This is the gateway course for those who are called to be Certified Lay Servants, Lay Speakers, and Lay Ministers. And can also be part of a person’s discipleship plan to acquaint you with your gifts, calling, and responsibilities […]

  • Legacy Giving 101: Developing a Simple Program for your Congregation

    Virtual Event

    Legacy giving is often called “low-hanging fruit.” People usually – once they have gone to their great reward – want to leave a gift to an organization they love but they don’t know how. Or worse, they aren’t asked. Universities, hospitals, and animal shelters do a great job of reminding and asking people to leave […]

  • Lay Servant Ministries Basic Course

    Lay Servant Ministries Basic Course
    Virtual Event

    The “Introduction to Lay Ministry: The BASIC Course” is the foundational course for Lay Servant Ministries. This is the gateway course for those who are called to be Certified Lay Servants, Lay Speakers, and Lay Ministers. And can also be part of a person’s discipleship plan to acquaint you with your gifts, calling, and responsibilities […]

  • Pledge Campaign Best Practices: Seven principles for effective church fundraising

    Virtual Event

    Planning a pledge campaign can be stressful. Trust us, we’ve been there. In this updated webinar, you’ll find out what makes for a strong pledge campaign. In addition, we’ll have samples from a variety of churches to get you inspired. Our goal is to give you the confidence to plan and execute a fabulous stewardship […]

  • Lay Servant Ministries: The Basic Course

    Lay Servant Ministries: The Basic Course
    Virtual Event

    The “Introduction to Lay Ministry: The BASIC Course” is the foundational course for Lay Servant Ministries. This is the gateway course for those who are called to be Certified Lay Servants, Lay Speakers, and Lay Ministers. And can also be part of a person’s discipleship plan to acquaint you with your gifts, calling, and responsibilities […]

  • Lay Servant Ministries: The Basic Course

    Lay Servant Ministries: The Basic Course
    Virtual Event

    The “Introduction to Lay Ministry: The BASIC Course” is the foundational course for Lay Servant Ministries. This is the gateway course for those who are called to be Certified Lay Servants, Lay Speakers, and Lay Ministers. And can also be part of a person’s discipleship plan to acquaint you with your gifts, calling, and responsibilities […]

  • Lay Servant Ministries: The Basic Course

    Lay Servant Ministries: The Basic Course
    Virtual Event

    The “Introduction to Lay Ministry: The BASIC Course” is the foundational course for Lay Servant Ministries. This is the gateway course for those who are called to be Certified Lay Servants, Lay Speakers, and Lay Ministers. And can also be part of a person’s discipleship plan to acquaint you with your gifts, calling, and responsibilities […]

  • Roots & Wings: Puget Sound District Training

    Roots & Wings: Puget Sound District Training
    Sedro-Woolley Central UMC 1013 Polte Rd, Sedro-Woolley, United States

    Laity and clergy of the Puget Sound District are invited to join use for our annual training event. In an effort to make the event more accessible, we are once again hosting Roots & Wings on three different dates in different locations across the district. The dates and locations are: Saturday, September 27 - Central […]

  • Entre Nos 2025

    Un Encuentro Pastoral Latine de la Iglesia Metodista Unida 9/28 - 10/01 2025 Durham, NC Entre Nos seeks to be a place where we can articulate a definition for what Hispanic/Latine ministry is and provide the denomination clarity around protocol, best practices and contextual reality of many of our communities. Registration is now open! Registracion […]

  • Lay Servant Ministries: The Basic Course

    Lay Servant Ministries: The Basic Course
    Virtual Event

    The “Introduction to Lay Ministry: The BASIC Course” is the foundational course for Lay Servant Ministries. This is the gateway course for those who are called to be Certified Lay Servants, Lay Speakers, and Lay Ministers. And can also be part of a person’s discipleship plan to acquaint you with your gifts, calling, and responsibilities […]

  • Earthkeepers Training with a Spanish Track

    Des Moines United Methodist Church 22225 9th Ave S, Des Moines, WA, United States

    Are you passionate about caring for the environment and looking for a way to connect your faith with action? The United Methodist EarthKeepers program offers training for individuals ready to launch or grow environmental projects in their communities. Watch and share a short invitation on Facebook from Rev. Jenny Phillips, PNW Elder and Director of Environmental Sustainability […]

  • Lay Servant Ministries: The Basic Course

    Lay Servant Ministries: The Basic Course
    Virtual Event

    The “Introduction to Lay Ministry: The BASIC Course” is the foundational course for Lay Servant Ministries. This is the gateway course for those who are called to be Certified Lay Servants, Lay Speakers, and Lay Ministers. And can also be part of a person’s discipleship plan to acquaint you with your gifts, calling, and responsibilities […]

  • UMCOR Disaster Response – Early Response Team Basic Training

    Faith Church 3924 Issaquah-Pine Lake Rd SE, Issaquah, WA, United States

    Be ready for when the next disaster strikes to help those most in need. Train now to be an Early Response Team member. Our next UMCOR Disaster Response - Early Response Team Basic Training is being offered on Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. PT at Faith Church - Issaquah, WA (3924 Issaquah-Pine Lake Rd […]

  • Lay Servant Ministries: The Basic Course

    Lay Servant Ministries: The Basic Course
    Virtual Event

    The “Introduction to Lay Ministry: The BASIC Course” is the foundational course for Lay Servant Ministries. This is the gateway course for those who are called to be Certified Lay Servants, Lay Speakers, and Lay Ministers. And can also be part of a person’s discipleship plan to acquaint you with your gifts, calling, and responsibilities […]

  • Lay Servant Ministries: Lay Pastoral Care Giving

    Lay Pastoral Care Giving
    Virtual Event

    Lay Pastoral Care Giving offers insights into the life span and the dynamics of contemporary life, helping church leaders reach out with God’s love and care to others. Expressing care to someone in need, whether within the community of faith or beyond, may seem the most natural thing in the world. For some, it is, […]

  • Connecting Neighbors preparedness training

    Edmonds United Methodist Church 828 Caspers Street, Edmonds, WA, United States

    Be the Connection Before, During, and After Disaster Whether you’re a church leader, volunteer, or someone who simply wants to be part of the solution, this training equips you to care for your family, your congregation, and your neighbors before and after disaster strikes. Anyone in the GNW Area is invited to attend! Who Should […]

  • Viva la Church

                  What’s next for the Church? This fall, leaders from across the country will gather in Las Vegas, Nevada, to seek bold answers together. Viva La Church is a dynamic innovator gathering for leaders, dreamers, and doers who are passionate about the future of the Church. This dynamic three-day gathering is […]

  • Lay Servant Ministries: Lay Pastoral Care Giving

    Lay Pastoral Care Giving
    Virtual Event

    Lay Pastoral Care Giving offers insights into the life span and the dynamics of contemporary life, helping church leaders reach out with God’s love and care to others. Expressing care to someone in need, whether within the community of faith or beyond, may seem the most natural thing in the world. For some, it is, […]

  • Lay Servant Ministries: Advanced Course – Called To Preach

    Zoom

    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 […]