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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241027
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SUMMARY:"St. Sebastian" Climate Justice Art Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Throughout October\, First Church is grateful to display Arlington-based artist Joseph Gregory Rossano’s sculpture “St. Sebastian”. His sculpture is part of his exhibit\, “Portraits of the Divine”\, which depicts a menagerie of endangered and extinct animals as encounters with the divine. Rossano’s St. Sebastian will be on loan through November\, courtesy of the artist and Traver Gallery. \n\nThe St. Sebastian sculpture exhibit is free and open to the public for viewing on Sundays in October after worship until 3pm. (And after the Hispanic Heritage Month Recital on Oct 13th).\nThe artist will speak about his “Portraits of the Divine” exhibit at our October 13th Blessing of the Animals service. Click here for a link to a flier with more information.\nParking is available in our garage for attendees on Sundays until 3 pm.\nFind us at 2nd & Denny\, downtown Seattle\, next to the Pacific Science Center. Enter from the North Sanctuary entrance.\n\nRegistration is not required\, but we appreciate knowing in advance what day you may be interested in coming. Or let us know if you would like to arrange a different time. \n 
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/st-sebastian-climate-justice-art-exhibit/2024-10-27/
LOCATION:Seattle First United Methodist Church\, 180 Denny Way\, Seattle\, WA\, 98109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Creation Care,Local Church
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jackie Celin":MAILTO:jackie@firstchurchseattle.org
GEO:47.618846;-122.353213
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241107T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241107T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153328
CREATED:20240529T060104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T171436Z
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SUMMARY:Practicing Equity\, an Intercultural Skill
DESCRIPTION:How might you practice Equity as appointed or assigned leaders of the United Methodist Church? We will address this question in an all-day\, in-person workshop offered in three different locations around the Pacific Northwest Conference. Ordained clergy\, local licensed pastors\, and lay persons assigned from across the GNW Area are invited to attend. This full-day workshop (9 am to 5 pm) will fulfill the intercultural competency requirement for leaders under assignment or appointment in the PNW Conference for the quadrennium ending on December 31\, 2024. Kristina Gonzalez\, Executive Director for Innovation and Vitality\, and Equity Colleagues will facilitate. There is no charge for this training event. Registration is required at this link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WXNS839 \nIf you are unsure whether you have fulfilled your PNW intercultural competency requirement for the current quadrennium\, please contact Stephanie Franklin\, Board of Ordained Ministry Administrator\, at sfranklin@pnwumc.org. If you have questions about this event\, please contact Patrick Ferguson\, Program Coordinator\, at pferguson@greaternw.org. \nThis training is being offered on three occasions this fall: \n\n\nNovember 7\, Spokane\, WA: Spokane Valley United Methodist Church\nNovember 13\, Seattle\, WA: Blaine Memorial United Methodist Church\nDecember 4\, Vancouver\, WA: Vancouver Heights United Methodist Church
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/practicing-equity-an-intercultural-skill/
LOCATION:Spokane Valley United Methodist Church\, 115 N Raymond Rd\, Spokane Valley\, WA\, 99206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Board of Ordained Ministry,Clergy,Education,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Patrick Ferguson":MAILTO:pferguson@greaternw.org
GEO:47.658477;-117.264698
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241113T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241113T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153328
CREATED:20240529T060047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T171409Z
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SUMMARY:Practicing Equity\, an Intercultural Skill
DESCRIPTION:How might you practice Equity as appointed or assigned leaders of the United Methodist Church? We will address this question in an all-day\, in-person workshop offered in three different locations around the Pacific Northwest Conference. Ordained clergy\, local licensed pastors\, and lay persons assigned from across the GNW Area are invited to attend. This full-day workshop (9 am to 5 pm) will fulfill the intercultural competency requirement for leaders under assignment or appointment in the PNW Conference for the quadrennium ending on December 31\, 2024. Kristina Gonzalez\, Executive Director for Innovation and Vitality\, and Equity Colleagues will facilitate. There is no charge for this training event. Registration is required at this link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WXNS839 \nIf you are unsure whether you have fulfilled your PNW intercultural competency requirement for the current quadrennium\, please contact Stephanie Franklin\, Board of Ordained Ministry Administrator\, at sfranklin@pnwumc.org. If you have questions about this event\, please contact Patrick Ferguson\, Program Coordinator\, at pferguson@greaternw.org. \nThis training is being offered on three occasions this fall: \n\n\nNovember 7\, Spokane\, WA: Spokane Valley United Methodist Church\nNovember 13\, Seattle\, WA: Blaine Memorial United Methodist Church\nDecember 4\, Vancouver\, WA: Vancouver Heights United Methodist Church
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/practicing-equity-an-intercultural-skill-3/
LOCATION:Blaine Memorial UMC\, 3001 24th Ave S\, Seattle\, WA\, 98144\, United States
CATEGORIES:Board of Ordained Ministry,Clergy,Education,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Patrick Ferguson":MAILTO:pferguson@greaternw.org
GEO:47.5764631;-122.3013508
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241117T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241117T200000
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SUMMARY:Faith Action Network's Annual Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Faith Action Network (FAN) is delighted to announce that it’s online registration for their Annual Dinner celebration and fundraiser on Sunday\, November 17\, is now open! Please go to their event webpage and click on the Renton\, Spokane\, or Sponsorship buttons to secure your seat(s) or find information about sponsorship opportunities. Seats are limited! Supporters will be coming together in-person and online as people of diverse traditions of faith and conscience to recommit to our shared work for justice and compassion. \nThe night’s theme\, Transforming our Future Together\, reflects FAN’s awareness that our nation and the global community as a whole are in uncertain times. While we do not know the outcome of the November 5 elections\, we do know that the threats of Christian nationalism to our democracy and religious pluralism will continue for the foreseeable future. FAN’s very identity as a multi-faith organization advocating together for policies to promote the common good is a strong witness as an alternative for our state and nation. \nOn November 17\, supporters will celebrate the power of our multi-faith\, statewide movement and make sure FAN is strong in the year ahead. We will celebrate our legislative victories from this past year\, introduce our new executive director (watch for our announcement next week!)\, and look ahead to our plans for 2025. Help us sustain this momentum with your financial support by sponsoring and joining in our event: https://fanwa.org/annual-dinner. \nIf you prefer to reserve your seat/s or discuss a sponsorship by phone\, please contact our office at fan@fanwa.org or call us at 206-625-9790.
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/faith-action-networks-annual-dinner/
CATEGORIES:Networks
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ORGANIZER;CN="Faith Action Network":MAILTO:fan@fanwa.org
LOCATION:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/faith-action-networks-annual-dinner/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241118
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241120
DTSTAMP:20260404T153328
CREATED:20241115T223241Z
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SUMMARY:Board of Ordained Ministry
DESCRIPTION:The Board of Ordained Ministry will be meeting at Browns Point United Methodist Church the evening of Nov. 18 through November 19. Please email Stephanie Franklin for additional details.
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/board-of-ordained-ministry-3/
LOCATION:Browns Point UMC\, 5339 Browns Point Blvd NE\, Tacoma\, 98422\, United States
CATEGORIES:Board of Ordained Ministry,Meetings
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ORGANIZER;CN="Stephanie Franklin":MAILTO:sfranklin@pnwumc.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241128
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241130
DTSTAMP:20260404T153328
CREATED:20241112T220705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241112T220705Z
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SUMMARY:Thanksgiving Holiday - Office Closed
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/thanksgiving-holiday-office-closed/
CATEGORIES:Holidays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241202T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241202T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153328
CREATED:20241122T063313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T063313Z
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SUMMARY:Q&A Opportunity to prepare for the Special Session
DESCRIPTION:On Monday\, December 2\, from 6:30-8 p.m. PT\, lay and clergy members of the Alaska\, Oregon-Idaho and Pacific Northwest Conferences are invited to bring questions they may have after reviewing the materials for the Special Session on December 5\, 2024. Other interested United Methodists from the Greater Northwest Area are also welcome to attend. \nPlease register for this meeting (CLICK HERE) to receive a link to join this question-and-answer session. Members of the Pacific Northwest Conference can find the legislation for consideration\, along with support materials\, on the Special Session Resource Page. \nFor members of the PNW Conference\, this will serve as our Focus Session\, allowing voting members to receive the budget well in advance of voting on it so we can honor conference rules. \nDuring the meeting\, panelists will be present to help answer questions about the Ministry Priorities proposal and each conference budget. To make the best use of our time\, please review the materials your conference is providing before you formulate and ask questions. We will be utilizing Zoom’s Q&A feature to answer as many questions as possible.
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/qa-opportunity-to-prepare-for-the-special-session/
CATEGORIES:Annual Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241204T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241204T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153328
CREATED:20240529T055907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T171525Z
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SUMMARY:Practicing Equity\, an Intercultural Skill
DESCRIPTION:How might you practice Equity as appointed or assigned leaders of the United Methodist Church? We will address this question in an all-day\, in-person workshop offered in three different locations around the Pacific Northwest Conference. Ordained clergy\, local licensed pastors\, and lay persons assigned from across the GNW Area are invited to attend. This full-day workshop (9 am to 5 pm) will fulfill the intercultural competency requirement for leaders under assignment or appointment in the PNW Conference for the quadrennium ending on December 31\, 2024. Kristina Gonzalez\, Executive Director for Innovation and Vitality\, and Equity Colleagues will facilitate. There is no charge for this training event. Registration is required at this link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WXNS839 \nIf you are unsure whether you have fulfilled your PNW intercultural competency requirement for the current quadrennium\, please contact Stephanie Franklin\, Board of Ordained Ministry Administrator\, at sfranklin@pnwumc.org. If you have questions about this event\, please contact Patrick Ferguson\, Program Coordinator\, at pferguson@greaternw.org. \nThis training is being offered on three occasions this fall: \n\n\nNovember 7\, Spokane\, WA: Spokane Valley United Methodist Church\nNovember 13\, Seattle\, WA: Blaine Memorial United Methodist Church\nDecember 4\, Vancouver\, WA: Vancouver Heights United Methodist Church
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/practicing-equity-an-intercultural-skill-2/
LOCATION:Vancouver Heights UMC\, 5701 Macarthur Blvd\, Vancouver\, WA\, 98661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Board of Ordained Ministry,Clergy,Education,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Patrick Ferguson":MAILTO:pferguson@greaternw.org
GEO:45.6228062;-122.612561
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241205T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241205T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153328
CREATED:20241002T011557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241002T011557Z
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SUMMARY:Special Called Session
DESCRIPTION:Bishop Cedrick Bridgeforth has called for a special online session of the Pacific Northwest Annual Conference on Thursday\, December 5\, 2024\, beginning at 6 p.m. PT via Zoom. \nIt is expected to last approximately two hours and will be held concurrently with special online sessions of the Alaska and Oregon-Idaho Conferences. \nThe bishop is calling this special session to consider the following items: \n\nEach conference will vote on the ministry priorities of the annual conference\nEach conference will vote on the ministry priorities of the GNW Area\nEach conference will vote on its conference budget\nThe PNW Conference will also vote to affirm a final nomination slate of board and agency members\n\nRegistration for the special session will be sent by email on or before November 1\, 2024. For more information\, please visit the special session webpage.
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/special-called-session/
CATEGORIES:Annual Conference
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LOCATION:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/special-called-session/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241206T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241206T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153328
CREATED:20241029T225208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241029T225208Z
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SUMMARY:Archives & History Work Party
DESCRIPTION:A meeting and work opportunity for members of the PNW Conference Committee on Archives and History will take place at the The Bridge UMC in Tacoma\, WA\, on December 6\, 2024 from 10-3 p.m.
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/archives-history-work-party/
LOCATION:The Bridge\, 5601 S. Puget Sound\, Tacoma\, WA\, 98409\, United States
CATEGORIES:Archives & History,Meetings
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pam Osborne":MAILTO:archives@pnwumc.org
GEO:47.2058445;-122.4822857
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241226
DTSTAMP:20260404T153328
CREATED:20241112T220542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241112T220542Z
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SUMMARY:Christmas Day - Office Closed
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/christmas-day-office-closed-2/
CATEGORIES:Holidays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250108T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250108T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153328
CREATED:20241204T232322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T233003Z
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SUMMARY:Lay Servant Ministries: Leading Public Prayer
DESCRIPTION:Lay Servants who have completed the Basic Course in Lay Servant Ministries are invited to participate in this five-week class on leading public prayer\, led by Rev. Dr. Desi Larson\, from January 8th – February 5th\, 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 Servant or Lay Speaker Certification. \nPraying in public can be daunting\, but prayer is something one learns. This course on praying in public will help the participant grow in confidence and skill in public prayer and enrich their personal prayer life. \nThe Rev. Dr. Desi Larson is a member of the Oregon-Idaho Conference\, currently serving 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 Pastor of 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 MS and Ph.D. degrees in Adult Education from Cornell University in New York. \nDATES: January 8\, 15\, 22\, 29\, and February 5 \nTIME: Wednesdays 6:30-8:30 pm PST     \nWHERE: Zoom (Link will be sent with registration confirmation)  \nFEE:  the cost of the book — Shaping the Prayers of the People: The Art of Intercession by Samuel Wells and Abigail Kocher ($15.29 at Cokesbury or Amazon; ISBN 13: 9780802870971) \nParticipants Requirements: Must have completed the Basic course. Each participant must have a book\, read it\, complete assignments\, and be fully engaged in all 5 sessions with audio and video capability active. Registration deadline is December 27\, 2024. \nContact Rev Sheila Miranda\, smiranda@pnwumc.org\, with questions or if you need assistance. \nTo register\, click here.
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/lay-servant-ministries-leading-public-prayer/2025-01-08/
LOCATION:Zoom Webinar\, United States
CATEGORIES:Laity,Online Training,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sheila Miranda":MAILTO:SMiranda@pnwumc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250109T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250109T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153328
CREATED:20241112T220729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241120T000420Z
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SUMMARY:Grief Workshop With Sue Magrath
DESCRIPTION:Clergy of the Inland and Seven Rivers districts are invited to attend a four-week class on grief led by Sue Magrath from January 9th – 30th. The class will be held on Zoom on Thursday from 1:00 to 3:30 PM and will count as one CEU of your continuing education requirement. \nBased on Magrath’s new book\, Love Abides: The Sacrament of Grieving\, this class will explore the myths about grief and the many life events and losses that result in grief. We will examine the life experiences that shaped our thoughts about grief and how to challenge unhealthy beliefs and responses. We will dive into the situations unique to ministry that lead to grief yet are not always recognized as such. We will share our own grief stories\, practice the language of lament\, and gain more understanding of how to compassionately walk with parishioners who are grieving\, especially when their loss leads to a crisis of faith. Lastly\, we will seek to find meaning in our losses and transform them in life-giving ways that open us to hope and healing. \nSue Magrath is a retired mental health counselor and spiritual director who has been active in the Pacific Northwest Annual Conference for fourteen years. She has led retreats and workshops\, worked in clergy wellness\, served on the Board of Ordained Ministry’s formation committee\, and preached whenever she has the opportunity. Sue has led Advanced Boundary classes every quadrennium since 2012. She is the author of four books\, including My Burden is Light: A Primer for Clergy Wellness. \n  \nTIME: Thursdays 1-3:30 pm  PST     \nDATES: January 9\, 16\, 23\, and 30.  \nWHERE: Zoom (Link will be sent with registration confirmation)  \n*COST:  $15 Registration Fee  \nSue’s Book Love Abides is available on Kindle or from Amazon here\, but it is not necessary for this class. \nRegister Here: https://gnw-reg.brtapp.com/2025GriefWorkshop
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/grief-workshop-with-sue-magrath/2025-01-09/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Inland,Online Training,Seven Rivers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Laura Velonza":MAILTO:lvelonza@pnwumc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250110T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250112T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153328
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SUMMARY:Worship Workshops: “small bites\, BIG FLAVOR”
DESCRIPTION:As a layperson\, do you find yourself responsible for leading worship? Do you need help with worship resources? Would you like to learn skills to enhance worship leadership in your small church? If so\, these worship workshops are for you! \nThe Pacific Northwest (PNW) Conference has invited Dr. Marcia McFee to lead workshops over the next several months to empower laity to become more effective in worship planning and leading. Bitesize mindset and skillset lessons will be taught\, which can add flavor to your worship. Resources for each liturgical season will also be shared. \n\nJanuary 10-12\, 2025 – Lent / Holy Week / Easter – held in (and live-streamed from) First UMC\, Olympia\, WA\nMay 2-4\, 2025 – Ordinary Time – held in (and live-streamed from) Wesley UMC\, Yakima\, WA\n\nWhile these workshops are offered with laypersons in mind\, pastors of small churches are especially invited to attend with their laity. Pastors of larger churches are welcome but strongly encouraged to see this event as an opportunity to equip and train laity as partners in worship design. \nClick here to review the schedule for these workshops. \nParticipants from the Alaska\, Oregon-Idaho\, and PNW Conferences will have free access to all three workshops\, both in person and online. For more information and to register\, please use the following link based on the conference your local church is in. \n\nAlaska Conference Registration\nOregon-Idaho Conference Registration\nPacific Northwest Conference Registration\n\nFor those attending in person\, a nominal fee is required to cover the costs of meals and other host church expenses. A separate (simple) registration (for each event) is required so we can prepare for your needs. Registration for in-person hospitality at the August event is available here. Others will become available closer to the workshop dates. \nScholarships are available for Lay-Led Congregations and churches served by a CLM in the PNW Conference to cover this expense and support travel and housing during each workshop. Please contact your District Superintendent (PNW) for scholarship support. \nIf you have questions\, please contact Sheila Miranda at smiranda@pnwumc.org
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/worship-workshops-small-bites-big-flavor-2/
LOCATION:First United Methodist Church of Olympia\, 1224 Legion Way SE\, Olympia\, WA\, 98501-1655\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Greater NW Area,Holidays,Laity,Online Training,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sheila Miranda":MAILTO:SMiranda@pnwumc.org
GEO:47.0447683;-122.8854621
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=First United Methodist Church of Olympia 1224 Legion Way SE Olympia WA 98501-1655 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1224 Legion Way SE:geo:-122.8854621,47.0447683
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250115T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250115T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153328
CREATED:20241101T183415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241101T183415Z
UID:10000963-1736931600-1736955000@www.pnwumc.org
SUMMARY:Seattle District Committee on Ministry
DESCRIPTION:This is a regular meeting of the Seattle District Committee on Ministry.
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/seattle-district-committee-on-ministry/2025-01-15/
LOCATION:The Pacific Northwest Conference of the United Methodist Church\, 816 S 216th St\, Des Moines\, WA\, 98198\, United States
CATEGORIES:Board of Ordained Ministry,Meetings,SeaTac
GEO:47.4095109;-122.3211638
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Pacific Northwest Conference of the United Methodist Church 816 S 216th St Des Moines WA 98198 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=816 S 216th St:geo:-122.3211638,47.4095109
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250115T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250115T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153328
CREATED:20241204T232322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T233003Z
UID:10001095-1736965800-1736973000@www.pnwumc.org
SUMMARY:Lay Servant Ministries: Leading Public Prayer
DESCRIPTION:Lay Servants who have completed the Basic Course in Lay Servant Ministries are invited to participate in this five-week class on leading public prayer\, led by Rev. Dr. Desi Larson\, from January 8th – February 5th\, 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 Servant or Lay Speaker Certification. \nPraying in public can be daunting\, but prayer is something one learns. This course on praying in public will help the participant grow in confidence and skill in public prayer and enrich their personal prayer life. \nThe Rev. Dr. Desi Larson is a member of the Oregon-Idaho Conference\, currently serving 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 Pastor of 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 MS and Ph.D. degrees in Adult Education from Cornell University in New York. \nDATES: January 8\, 15\, 22\, 29\, and February 5 \nTIME: Wednesdays 6:30-8:30 pm PST     \nWHERE: Zoom (Link will be sent with registration confirmation)  \nFEE:  the cost of the book — Shaping the Prayers of the People: The Art of Intercession by Samuel Wells and Abigail Kocher ($15.29 at Cokesbury or Amazon; ISBN 13: 9780802870971) \nParticipants Requirements: Must have completed the Basic course. Each participant must have a book\, read it\, complete assignments\, and be fully engaged in all 5 sessions with audio and video capability active. Registration deadline is December 27\, 2024. \nContact Rev Sheila Miranda\, smiranda@pnwumc.org\, with questions or if you need assistance. \nTo register\, click here.
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/lay-servant-ministries-leading-public-prayer/2025-01-15/
LOCATION:Zoom Webinar\, United States
CATEGORIES:Laity,Online Training,Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pnwumc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/LSM-Leading-Public-Prayer.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Sheila Miranda":MAILTO:SMiranda@pnwumc.org
GEO:37.09024;-95.712891
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250116T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250116T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153328
CREATED:20241112T220729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241120T000420Z
UID:10000985-1737032400-1737041400@www.pnwumc.org
SUMMARY:Grief Workshop With Sue Magrath
DESCRIPTION:Clergy of the Inland and Seven Rivers districts are invited to attend a four-week class on grief led by Sue Magrath from January 9th – 30th. The class will be held on Zoom on Thursday from 1:00 to 3:30 PM and will count as one CEU of your continuing education requirement. \nBased on Magrath’s new book\, Love Abides: The Sacrament of Grieving\, this class will explore the myths about grief and the many life events and losses that result in grief. We will examine the life experiences that shaped our thoughts about grief and how to challenge unhealthy beliefs and responses. We will dive into the situations unique to ministry that lead to grief yet are not always recognized as such. We will share our own grief stories\, practice the language of lament\, and gain more understanding of how to compassionately walk with parishioners who are grieving\, especially when their loss leads to a crisis of faith. Lastly\, we will seek to find meaning in our losses and transform them in life-giving ways that open us to hope and healing. \nSue Magrath is a retired mental health counselor and spiritual director who has been active in the Pacific Northwest Annual Conference for fourteen years. She has led retreats and workshops\, worked in clergy wellness\, served on the Board of Ordained Ministry’s formation committee\, and preached whenever she has the opportunity. Sue has led Advanced Boundary classes every quadrennium since 2012. She is the author of four books\, including My Burden is Light: A Primer for Clergy Wellness. \n  \nTIME: Thursdays 1-3:30 pm  PST     \nDATES: January 9\, 16\, 23\, and 30.  \nWHERE: Zoom (Link will be sent with registration confirmation)  \n*COST:  $15 Registration Fee  \nSue’s Book Love Abides is available on Kindle or from Amazon here\, but it is not necessary for this class. \nRegister Here: https://gnw-reg.brtapp.com/2025GriefWorkshop
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/grief-workshop-with-sue-magrath/2025-01-16/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Inland,Online Training,Seven Rivers
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pnwumc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/love-abides.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Laura Velonza":MAILTO:lvelonza@pnwumc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250116T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250116T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153328
CREATED:20241207T013155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241207T063534Z
UID:10001109-1737050400-1737057600@www.pnwumc.org
SUMMARY:Safe Parking 101 Training
DESCRIPTION:For over ten years\, Lake Washington United Methodist Church in Kirkland\, WA\, has run a Safe Parking Program for women and families living in their vehicles. If you would like to learn more about this ministry\, you are invited to join them on Thursday\, January 16th from 6pm – 8pm on Zoom for a panel discussion on our Safe Parking Program. Participants can ask questions during the presentation and may also submit questions to office@lakewaumc.org ahead of time if they wish.  \nClick here to register in advance for this meeting. \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/safe-parking-101-training/
LOCATION:Lake Washington United Methodist Church\, 7525 132nd Avenue NE\, Kirkland\, WA\, 98033\, United States
CATEGORIES:Local Church,Training
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GEO:47.6720065;-122.1648688
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Lake Washington United Methodist Church 7525 132nd Avenue NE Kirkland WA 98033 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=7525 132nd Avenue NE:geo:-122.1648688,47.6720065
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250120T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250120T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153328
CREATED:20250106T181117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T181117Z
UID:10001112-1737360000-1737392400@www.pnwumc.org
SUMMARY:Martin Luther King Jr. Day
DESCRIPTION:The conference office is closed in commemoration.
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/martin-luther-king-jr-day/
CATEGORIES:Annual Conference,Ethnic Ministries,Greater NW Area,Western Jurisdiction
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250122T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250122T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153328
CREATED:20241120T023657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241120T023657Z
UID:10001028-1737543600-1737549000@www.pnwumc.org
SUMMARY:Board of Discipleship
DESCRIPTION:The Board of Discipleship is planning to meet on this date to continue its connectional work. Please contact Rev. DJ del Rosario for any additional information about this meeting.
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/board-of-discipleship/2025-01-22/
CATEGORIES:Discipleship,Meetings
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ORGANIZER;CN="DJ del Rosario":MAILTO:dj@revdj.com
LOCATION:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/board-of-discipleship/2025-01-22/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250122T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250122T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153328
CREATED:20241204T232322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T233003Z
UID:10001096-1737570600-1737577800@www.pnwumc.org
SUMMARY:Lay Servant Ministries: Leading Public Prayer
DESCRIPTION:Lay Servants who have completed the Basic Course in Lay Servant Ministries are invited to participate in this five-week class on leading public prayer\, led by Rev. Dr. Desi Larson\, from January 8th – February 5th\, 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 Servant or Lay Speaker Certification. \nPraying in public can be daunting\, but prayer is something one learns. This course on praying in public will help the participant grow in confidence and skill in public prayer and enrich their personal prayer life. \nThe Rev. Dr. Desi Larson is a member of the Oregon-Idaho Conference\, currently serving 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 Pastor of 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 MS and Ph.D. degrees in Adult Education from Cornell University in New York. \nDATES: January 8\, 15\, 22\, 29\, and February 5 \nTIME: Wednesdays 6:30-8:30 pm PST     \nWHERE: Zoom (Link will be sent with registration confirmation)  \nFEE:  the cost of the book — Shaping the Prayers of the People: The Art of Intercession by Samuel Wells and Abigail Kocher ($15.29 at Cokesbury or Amazon; ISBN 13: 9780802870971) \nParticipants Requirements: Must have completed the Basic course. Each participant must have a book\, read it\, complete assignments\, and be fully engaged in all 5 sessions with audio and video capability active. Registration deadline is December 27\, 2024. \nContact Rev Sheila Miranda\, smiranda@pnwumc.org\, with questions or if you need assistance. \nTo register\, click here.
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/lay-servant-ministries-leading-public-prayer/2025-01-22/
LOCATION:Zoom Webinar\, United States
CATEGORIES:Laity,Online Training,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sheila Miranda":MAILTO:SMiranda@pnwumc.org
GEO:37.09024;-95.712891
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250123T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250123T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153328
CREATED:20241112T220729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241120T000420Z
UID:10000986-1737637200-1737646200@www.pnwumc.org
SUMMARY:Grief Workshop With Sue Magrath
DESCRIPTION:Clergy of the Inland and Seven Rivers districts are invited to attend a four-week class on grief led by Sue Magrath from January 9th – 30th. The class will be held on Zoom on Thursday from 1:00 to 3:30 PM and will count as one CEU of your continuing education requirement. \nBased on Magrath’s new book\, Love Abides: The Sacrament of Grieving\, this class will explore the myths about grief and the many life events and losses that result in grief. We will examine the life experiences that shaped our thoughts about grief and how to challenge unhealthy beliefs and responses. We will dive into the situations unique to ministry that lead to grief yet are not always recognized as such. We will share our own grief stories\, practice the language of lament\, and gain more understanding of how to compassionately walk with parishioners who are grieving\, especially when their loss leads to a crisis of faith. Lastly\, we will seek to find meaning in our losses and transform them in life-giving ways that open us to hope and healing. \nSue Magrath is a retired mental health counselor and spiritual director who has been active in the Pacific Northwest Annual Conference for fourteen years. She has led retreats and workshops\, worked in clergy wellness\, served on the Board of Ordained Ministry’s formation committee\, and preached whenever she has the opportunity. Sue has led Advanced Boundary classes every quadrennium since 2012. She is the author of four books\, including My Burden is Light: A Primer for Clergy Wellness. \n  \nTIME: Thursdays 1-3:30 pm  PST     \nDATES: January 9\, 16\, 23\, and 30.  \nWHERE: Zoom (Link will be sent with registration confirmation)  \n*COST:  $15 Registration Fee  \nSue’s Book Love Abides is available on Kindle or from Amazon here\, but it is not necessary for this class. \nRegister Here: https://gnw-reg.brtapp.com/2025GriefWorkshop
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/grief-workshop-with-sue-magrath/2025-01-23/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Inland,Online Training,Seven Rivers
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pnwumc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/love-abides.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Laura Velonza":MAILTO:lvelonza@pnwumc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250127T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250127T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153328
CREATED:20250123T182854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T183915Z
UID:10001137-1737981000-1737995400@www.pnwumc.org
SUMMARY:Crest to Coast dcom Meeting
DESCRIPTION:If you have questions or would like to be added to this calendar event\, please contact Sue Ostrom.
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/crest-to-coast-dcom-meeting/2025-01-27/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Sue Ostrom":MAILTO:pastorsue@millplainumc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250129T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250129T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153328
CREATED:20241204T232322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T233003Z
UID:10001097-1738175400-1738182600@www.pnwumc.org
SUMMARY:Lay Servant Ministries: Leading Public Prayer
DESCRIPTION:Lay Servants who have completed the Basic Course in Lay Servant Ministries are invited to participate in this five-week class on leading public prayer\, led by Rev. Dr. Desi Larson\, from January 8th – February 5th\, 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 Servant or Lay Speaker Certification. \nPraying in public can be daunting\, but prayer is something one learns. This course on praying in public will help the participant grow in confidence and skill in public prayer and enrich their personal prayer life. \nThe Rev. Dr. Desi Larson is a member of the Oregon-Idaho Conference\, currently serving 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 Pastor of 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 MS and Ph.D. degrees in Adult Education from Cornell University in New York. \nDATES: January 8\, 15\, 22\, 29\, and February 5 \nTIME: Wednesdays 6:30-8:30 pm PST     \nWHERE: Zoom (Link will be sent with registration confirmation)  \nFEE:  the cost of the book — Shaping the Prayers of the People: The Art of Intercession by Samuel Wells and Abigail Kocher ($15.29 at Cokesbury or Amazon; ISBN 13: 9780802870971) \nParticipants Requirements: Must have completed the Basic course. Each participant must have a book\, read it\, complete assignments\, and be fully engaged in all 5 sessions with audio and video capability active. Registration deadline is December 27\, 2024. \nContact Rev Sheila Miranda\, smiranda@pnwumc.org\, with questions or if you need assistance. \nTo register\, click here.
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/lay-servant-ministries-leading-public-prayer/2025-01-29/
LOCATION:Zoom Webinar\, United States
CATEGORIES:Laity,Online Training,Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pnwumc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/LSM-Leading-Public-Prayer.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Sheila Miranda":MAILTO:SMiranda@pnwumc.org
GEO:37.09024;-95.712891
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250130T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250130T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153328
CREATED:20241112T220729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241120T000420Z
UID:10000987-1738242000-1738251000@www.pnwumc.org
SUMMARY:Grief Workshop With Sue Magrath
DESCRIPTION:Clergy of the Inland and Seven Rivers districts are invited to attend a four-week class on grief led by Sue Magrath from January 9th – 30th. The class will be held on Zoom on Thursday from 1:00 to 3:30 PM and will count as one CEU of your continuing education requirement. \nBased on Magrath’s new book\, Love Abides: The Sacrament of Grieving\, this class will explore the myths about grief and the many life events and losses that result in grief. We will examine the life experiences that shaped our thoughts about grief and how to challenge unhealthy beliefs and responses. We will dive into the situations unique to ministry that lead to grief yet are not always recognized as such. We will share our own grief stories\, practice the language of lament\, and gain more understanding of how to compassionately walk with parishioners who are grieving\, especially when their loss leads to a crisis of faith. Lastly\, we will seek to find meaning in our losses and transform them in life-giving ways that open us to hope and healing. \nSue Magrath is a retired mental health counselor and spiritual director who has been active in the Pacific Northwest Annual Conference for fourteen years. She has led retreats and workshops\, worked in clergy wellness\, served on the Board of Ordained Ministry’s formation committee\, and preached whenever she has the opportunity. Sue has led Advanced Boundary classes every quadrennium since 2012. She is the author of four books\, including My Burden is Light: A Primer for Clergy Wellness. \n  \nTIME: Thursdays 1-3:30 pm  PST     \nDATES: January 9\, 16\, 23\, and 30.  \nWHERE: Zoom (Link will be sent with registration confirmation)  \n*COST:  $15 Registration Fee  \nSue’s Book Love Abides is available on Kindle or from Amazon here\, but it is not necessary for this class. \nRegister Here: https://gnw-reg.brtapp.com/2025GriefWorkshop
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/grief-workshop-with-sue-magrath/2025-01-30/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Inland,Online Training,Seven Rivers
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pnwumc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/love-abides.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Laura Velonza":MAILTO:lvelonza@pnwumc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250205T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250205T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153328
CREATED:20241204T232322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T233003Z
UID:10001098-1738780200-1738787400@www.pnwumc.org
SUMMARY:Lay Servant Ministries: Leading Public Prayer
DESCRIPTION:Lay Servants who have completed the Basic Course in Lay Servant Ministries are invited to participate in this five-week class on leading public prayer\, led by Rev. Dr. Desi Larson\, from January 8th – February 5th\, 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 Servant or Lay Speaker Certification. \nPraying in public can be daunting\, but prayer is something one learns. This course on praying in public will help the participant grow in confidence and skill in public prayer and enrich their personal prayer life. \nThe Rev. Dr. Desi Larson is a member of the Oregon-Idaho Conference\, currently serving 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 Pastor of 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 MS and Ph.D. degrees in Adult Education from Cornell University in New York. \nDATES: January 8\, 15\, 22\, 29\, and February 5 \nTIME: Wednesdays 6:30-8:30 pm PST     \nWHERE: Zoom (Link will be sent with registration confirmation)  \nFEE:  the cost of the book — Shaping the Prayers of the People: The Art of Intercession by Samuel Wells and Abigail Kocher ($15.29 at Cokesbury or Amazon; ISBN 13: 9780802870971) \nParticipants Requirements: Must have completed the Basic course. Each participant must have a book\, read it\, complete assignments\, and be fully engaged in all 5 sessions with audio and video capability active. Registration deadline is December 27\, 2024. \nContact Rev Sheila Miranda\, smiranda@pnwumc.org\, with questions or if you need assistance. \nTo register\, click here.
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/lay-servant-ministries-leading-public-prayer/2025-02-05/
LOCATION:Zoom Webinar\, United States
CATEGORIES:Laity,Online Training,Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pnwumc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/LSM-Leading-Public-Prayer.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Sheila Miranda":MAILTO:SMiranda@pnwumc.org
GEO:37.09024;-95.712891
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250210T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250210T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153328
CREATED:20250130T170746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T170746Z
UID:10001144-1739214000-1739217600@www.pnwumc.org
SUMMARY:Crest to Coast Laity Leadership Gathering
DESCRIPTION:The Crest to Coast District is pleased to offer six opportunities for district clergy\, church leaders\, and laity to come together to learn and discuss topics related to the local church. Each of the following events will be held on Zoom from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. \nTopics for discussion include: \n\nFebruary 10: SPRC\nFebruary 24: Financial Position Leaders\nMarch 10: Trustees\nMarch 24: Church Office Administrators\nApril 14: Lay  Servants\, Lay Speakers\, Lay Ministers\nApril 28:Churches with Preschools/Day Cares\n\nWe do our best to record these events\, but your input is what makes them successful\, so please join us! \nRegister Here.
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/crest-to-coast-laity-leadership-gathering/2025-02-10/
CATEGORIES:Crest to Coast
ORGANIZER;CN="Laura Velonza":MAILTO:lvelonza@pnwumc.org
LOCATION:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/crest-to-coast-laity-leadership-gathering/2025-02-10/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250214T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250217T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153328
CREATED:20250104T074635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250104T074635Z
UID:10001111-1739548800-1739815200@www.pnwumc.org
SUMMARY:Young Adult Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Twinlow United Methodist Camp outside Rathdrum\, Idaho\, is hosting a retreat for young adults February 14-17\, 2025. For more information and to register\, visit their website.
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/young-adult-retreat-2/
LOCATION:Twinlow Camp\, 22787 N Twinlow Rd\, Rathdrum\, ID\, 83858\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camp and Retreat Ministries,Young Adult,Young People's Ministry
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GEO:47.877512;-116.856824
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Twinlow Camp 22787 N Twinlow Rd Rathdrum ID 83858 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=22787 N Twinlow Rd:geo:-116.856824,47.877512
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250217
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250218
DTSTAMP:20260404T153328
CREATED:20250106T182141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T182141Z
UID:10001113-1739750400-1739836799@www.pnwumc.org
SUMMARY:President's Day
DESCRIPTION:The conference office is closed in commemoration of President’s Day.
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/presidents-day/
CATEGORIES:Annual Conference,Ethnic Ministries,Greater NW Area,Western Jurisdiction
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250220T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250220T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153328
CREATED:20250123T040558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T040558Z
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SUMMARY:Interfaith Advocacy Day
DESCRIPTION:Registration is open for Interfaith Advocacy Day in Olympia on Thursday\, February 20! The event have a space limit of 200 this year\, so please don’t delay—registration closes February 3rd\, or before if filled. The sooner we know you’re coming\, Faith Action Network (FAN) staff will be able to arrange legislative meetings for you. \nYou’ll have a chance to hear plenary and workshop presentations\, caucus with people from your district\, and meet with your legislators or their aides. FAN is intending to have an online opportunity in late January to meet others in your legislative district before IFAD to strategize your day in Olympia—more information will be shared with those who register. \nClick here to learn more and register.
URL:https://www.pnwumc.org/event/interfaith-advocacy-day-2/
LOCATION:The United Churches of Olympia\, 110 11th Ave SE\, Olympia\, WA\, 98501
CATEGORIES:Networks
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