Endowments aren’t just for universities and hospitals. They can be a great way to maintain church buildings and fund ministries. However, endowments don’t merely appear out of thin air. They take work, time, and an understanding of how to manage them. Wondering how best to steward an endowment that already exists? Don’t know if you […]
About this Training After over 18 months of doing our best to live into BOTH/AND, many churches are feeling a mixture of exhilaration and exhaustion when thinking about the continuation of hybrid worship. While many have seen their reach extended, some have begun to lose their passion and resolve for creating truly hybrid worship experiences. As […]
Early Response Team Basic Training is Back! Be ready for when the next disaster strikes to help those most in need. We’re ramping up with our eight-hour, Zoom-based Early Response Team Basic Training on Friday, December 3 and Monday, December 6, 1:30-5:30pm. This training will prepare you on ways to clean out a flooded home, […]
Early Response Team Basic Training is Back! Be ready for when the next disaster strikes to help those most in need. We’re ramping up with our eight-hour, Zoom-based Early Response Team Basic Training on Friday, December 3 and Monday, December 6, 1:30-5:30pm. This training will prepare you on ways to clean out a flooded home, […]
Laypersons serving on local church committees, especially those who chair administrative committees, are encouraged to register now for a Greater Northwest Area-wide training on Saturday, February 26, 2022. Interpretation will be offered in Spanish. Click here to register! The two-hour training starts at 9 a.m. AKT (10 a.m. PT, 11 a.m. MT) with leadership provided […]
Are you looking for a meaningful way to help children and families after disasters? Do you have a warm heart, patience, team spirit, a sense of adventure and time to give? Bear Creek UMC in Woodinville, Washington, is hosting a volunteer training workshop June 3-4, 2022, for people interested in learning how to respond to […]
This training will take place over four sessions: February 18 from 10 am to 2 pm PT February 19 from 3 pm to 6 pm PT February 25 from 10 am to 2 pm PT February 26 from 3 pm to 6 pm PT Por favor reserven estas fechas para que participen de este importante […]
This training will take place over four sessions: February 18 from 10 am to 2 pm PT February 19 from 3 pm to 6 pm PT February 25 from 10 am to 2 pm PT February 26 from 3 pm to 6 pm PT Por favor reserven estas fechas para que participen de este importante […]
This training will take place over four sessions: February 18 from 10 am to 2 pm PT February 19 from 3 pm to 6 pm PT February 25 from 10 am to 2 pm PT February 26 from 3 pm to 6 pm PT Por favor reserven estas fechas para que participen de este importante […]
This training will take place over four sessions: February 18 from 10 am to 2 pm PT February 19 from 3 pm to 6 pm PT February 25 from 10 am to 2 pm PT February 26 from 3 pm to 6 pm PT Por favor reserven estas fechas para que participen de este importante […]
On Saturday, March 18, from 10 a.m. to noon PST via Zoom, staff from across the GNW Area will offer training for local church leaders in the areas of SPRC, Trustees, Finance, and Administrative Board. The trainings will cover basic responsibilities and best practices, as well as dive deeper into human resources issues, using property and assets […]
UMVIM Team Leader Training Refresher April 13, 2023 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. PDT/7:00 to 9:00 p.m. MDT/5:00 to 5:00 p.m. AK Ronda Cordill is offering a second virtual UMVIM Team Leader Training Refresher on April 13, 2023, from 6-8 p.m. PT, intended especially for those teams planning to serve this year. What to expect during […]
Join the UMVIM WJ Annual Conference Coordinators with the WJ UMVIM Jurisdiction Coordinator for this Team Leader Training on April 22, 2023, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. PT. Network with others across the WJ Conferences as you learn the nuts and bolts of leading a team and share in discussions around mission theology, cultural […]
Details It's a new day and leadership has never been more challenging, exciting and frustrating. What does the post-pandemic church look like? How will we lean into new opportunities? Where are we headed in this challenging time? What will the ministry look like on the other side? Come to Boise and join our three newest […]
On Saturday, May 6, the Inland and Seven Rivers Districts will hold an introductory workshop on Lay Pastoral Care/Congregational Care led by Rev. Alissa Amestoy. An online presentation will be held on Zoom 9-10 am, and an in-person meeting (same content) will be held the same day 10:30-11:30 am at Spokane Valley UMC. Click here […]
On Saturday, May 6, the Inland and Seven Rivers Districts will hold an introductory workshop on Lay Pastoral Care/Congregational Care led by Rev. Alissa Amestoy. An online presentation will be held on Zoom 9-10 am, and an in-person meeting (same content) will be held the same day 10:30-11:30 am at Spokane Valley UMC. Click here […]
Can We Affect the Housing Problem? The lack of affordable housing throughout the country is well documented. But what, if anything, can churches do to make a difference? If you want to be a part of the affordable housing solution but don’t know where to start or what to do, you are invited to a […]
Advanced Boundaries Training for Pastoral Leaders offered online this summer The Pacific Northwest Conference is offering Advanced Boundary Training on Thursdays, July 27 and August 3, from 1:00-4:00 pm each day over Zoom. This class is advanced training for clergy who have previously participated in one or more boundary workshops in the past; the course fee is $25. Rev. Kathy Morse will […]
“Cómo ser una comunidad reconciliadora” - “How to be a reconciling community” Lugar: Centro Palabra Viviente 1505 112th St SW, Everett WA 98204 Fecha: 28-30 de julio de 2023, Comenzando a las 3:00 PM Hotel: Best Western 10210 Evergreen Way, Everett, WA 98204 Programa: Por favor, revisen el documento adjunto que contiene el programa para […]
Click here to register for an eight-week Zoom or in-person course based on Timothy M. Farabaugh’s book Lay Pastoral Care Giving. This training will include the basics of lay pastoral care, why a system for this vital form of care can be a life-giving ministry for congregations of any size, and how to create and […]
Click here to register for an eight-week Zoom or in-person course based on Timothy M. Farabaugh’s book Lay Pastoral Care Giving. This training will include the basics of lay pastoral care, why a system for this vital form of care can be a life-giving ministry for congregations of any size, and how to create and […]
Advanced Boundaries Training for Pastoral Leaders offered online this summer The Pacific Northwest Conference is offering Advanced Boundary Training on Thursdays, July 27 and August 3, from 1:00-4:00 pm each day over Zoom. This class is advanced training for clergy who have previously participated in one or more boundary workshops in the past; the course fee is $25. Rev. Kathy Morse will […]
Click here to register for an eight-week Zoom or in-person course based on Timothy M. Farabaugh’s book Lay Pastoral Care Giving. This training will include the basics of lay pastoral care, why a system for this vital form of care can be a life-giving ministry for congregations of any size, and how to create and […]
Click here to register for an eight-week Zoom or in-person course based on Timothy M. Farabaugh’s book Lay Pastoral Care Giving. This training will include the basics of lay pastoral care, why a system for this vital form of care can be a life-giving ministry for congregations of any size, and how to create and […]