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SUMMARY:What to Expect in the Appointment Process
DESCRIPTION:Whether your church is a clear opening that’s expecting a new pastor on July 1\, 2026\, or you’re just curious about the seemingly mysterious appointment process that the cabinet uses\, SPRC leaders from every church are invited to learn more about it. Columbia and Sage districts in the Oregon-Idaho Conference ran a pilot version of this webinar in January 2025. It was so helpful to participants that we are using it throughout Oregon-Idaho and the Pacific Northwest Conferences this coming January. \nWho: Members of the SPRC (Staff Parish Relations Committee or equivalent leaders at churches with a single board structure) are invited to this webinar. Churches that have clear openings (due to receive a new pastor on July 1\, 2026) are expected to have at least two SPRC members who participate in these sessions. If you believe your pastor’s appointment may change\, attending would be an excellent and proactive step. \nWhat: A 90-minute Zoom meeting with superintendents who will describe the appointment process\, including the roles of the superintendent\, SPRC chair\, SPRC members\, and the new pastor. \nWhen/Where: The same information is being offered at two different times; you can choose which fits your schedule.  *Zoom links will be emailed to Churches and SPRC chairs in January. \n\nTuesday\, Jan. 13\, 6:30 p.m. PT / 7:30 p.m. MT\nSaturday\, Jan. 24\, 9 a.m. PT / 10 a.m. MT\n\nWhy: Since most churches don’t regularly participate in the appointment process\, it’s normal to have many questions. Superintendents will be answering those questions—many of them before you even ask—during these Zoom sessions. Participants will receive all the information they need to work confidently with the superintendent during a time of uncertainty and anticipated transition.
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/what-to-expect-in-the-appointment-process/2026-01-24/
CATEGORIES:District,Education,Greater NW Area,Laity,Local Church,Online Training,Training
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SUMMARY:Lay Servant Ministries Advanced Course "For The Common Good"
DESCRIPTION:A five-week class on discovering and using your spiritual gifts\, led by Rev. Dr. Desi Larson. This class is worth 1 CEU and counts toward either Lay Servant or Lay Speaker Certification. It is also a prerequisite for Certified Lay Minister Modules. \nThis course helps participants understand spiritual gifts and how the church can use them to fulfill its mission and ministry. Participants will also learn what it means to be a spiritual leader and\nwill be equipped to lead others in exploring and using their spiritual gifts. \nThe Rev. Dr. Desi Larson is a member of the Oregon-Idaho Conference and currently serves as Pastor of Trinity UMC in Sequim\, WA. Prior to moving to the western US in 2016\, Desi was a member of the New England Conference and served as a pastor at several churches in Maine. Desi holds a BA degree in English and Visual Arts from Waynesburg College in Pennsylvania and a Master of Divinity from Boston University in Massachusetts. Being a life-long learner\, Pastor Desi also received an MS and a Ph.D. in Adult Education from Cornell University in New York. \nDATES: Saturdays- January 17\, 24\, 31\, & February 7 \nTIME: 9:00 -11:30 AM PST     \nWHERE: Zoom (Link is at the top of your registration confirmation)  \nFEE: the cost of the book — For the Common Good: Discovering and Using Your Spiritual Gifts by Christine Harman. ISBN 13: 9780881779585 $15.00 Available at Cokesbury & Upper Room \nParticipant Requirements: We highly recommend that you complete the Foundations (i.e.\, Basic) course first. Each participant must have a book\,\nread it before the first session\, complete assignments\, and be fully engaged in all four sessions\, with audio and video capability active. \nRegister here by January 5\, 2026. Contact Rev. Sheila Miranda at smiranda@pnwumc.org with questions or if you need assistance. \n 
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/lay-servant-ministries-advanced-course-for-the-common-good/2026-01-24/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Certified Lay Minister,Laity,Online Training,Training
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