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). We are currently offering a webinar on March 8 from 4-5 pm. Participants will need […]
The SUMYT retreat is organized each year by the Seattle United Methodist Youth Team (SUMYT). It is for grades 6-12 and is hosted at Camp Indianola and is open to youth and their adult leaders from across the conference. More details to come...
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In what ways does God call you to serve in the world? Some are called to be teachers, social workers, or instruments of social justice and political change. Some are called to serve their churches as lay leaders or youth directors. Others are called to research diseases and find cures. What are your gifts and […]
The Conference Council on Youth Ministries is a strong advocate and example of youth leadership in our Annual Conference. It is this group that is responsible for planning regional events for youth including CONVO.
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. RSVP's will […]
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Over Memorial Day weekend, hundreds of Youth (grades 6-12) and adult youth workers will gather at the University of Puget Sound for CONVO, three days of worship, fun, and learning. This United Methodist youth retreat is a fantastic opportunity to connect with friends new and old from across the Pacific Northwest! This year's theme is “BOLDLY GO […]
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. RSVP's will […]
Enjoy worshiping, networking, learning, and of course playing with other youth leaders. This is not a relaxing retreat but rather a workshop and intensive training event to bring your ministry to a new level. Open to adults, volunteers, and paid staff members who work with youth in their United Methodist or other Christian church. This […]
Jesus, when speaking to His disciples, said “You know that the rulers in this world lord it over their people, and officials flaunt their authority over those under them. But among you it will be different.“ Join us for our fall retreats, as we unpack what Jesus meant when He said that His disciples will be different from […]
The Conference Council on Youth Ministries is a strong advocate and example of youth leadership in our Annual Conference. It is this group that is responsible for planning regional events for youth including CONVO.
EXPLORATION is a three-day event for young adults age 18-26 to listen, discern, and respond to God’s call to ordained ministry and to explore their gifts for service as a deacon or elder in The United Methodist Church. This year it takes place November 3-5 in Portland, Oregon! If you have sensed God might be calling […]
The Fort Flagler Retreat for 2017 has been cancelled. The TUMY Team youth and adult will be helping with the Indianola High School retreat in October. Churches are encouraged to bring their High School youth to a retreat at Camp Indianola on October 20-22nd.
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. RSVP's will […]
Jesus, when speaking to His disciples, said "You know that the rulers in this world lord it over their people, and officials flaunt their authority over those under them. But among you it will be different." Join us for our fall retreats, as we unpack what Jesus meant when He said that His disciples will be different from […]
The United Methodist Church, designed to nurture our youth and young adults in their spiritual faith and call to ministry, inspiring great leaders within the church and community. The youth and young adult retreat, a tradition brought from the Philippines where they have occurred since 1921, takes place annually in December. The PNW first hosted CI […]
Explore with new and familiar friends these themes that are so central to our Christian faith through worship, lively conversations and invigorating outdoor activities in the snow! This retreat promises to be full of laughter, inspiration, and spirit! For youth currently in grades 9-12 Cost: $170 (if registered before October 31st) […]