The Pacific Northwest Conference of The United Methodist Church

Seattle District Committee on Ministry
2025-06-12 09:00 - 15:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | The Pacific Northwest Conference of the United Methodist Church, 816 S 216th St, Des Moines, WA, 98198, United States
This is a regular meeting of the Seattle District Committee on Ministry.

PNW Annual Conference 2025
2025-06-26 - 2025-06-29 | Bothell United Methodist Church, 18515 92nd Ave NE, Bothell, 98011, United States
The 2025 session of the Pacific Northwest Annual Conference will take place from June 26 to June 28 at Bothell UMC.
Learn more by reading this story on the 2025 PNWAC website.

Independence Day
2025-07-03 - 2025-07-04 | WA
The conference office is closed July 3-4 in commemoration of Independence Day.

S.L.A.M. Trip - Week One
2025-07-06 - 2025-07-10 | WA
Looking for a summer service experience for your youth? The Greater Northwest Area has a collaborative trip for youth groups that partners with SLAM Trips (Students Learning About Mission) on the Yakama Reservation in Central Washington. This de-colonized mission trip is native-led and focuses on a balance of relationship growing, learning, and service with Yakama elders and community members.
The Greater Northwest Area has coordinators to assist groups with pre-trip work, collaborating and growing as an area, and assisting with extra funding throughout this process. Their goal is to equip students and leaders in the GNW through cultural learning, telling the truth of the Methodist Church’s impact as missionaries in the Greater Northwest Area, and growing in relationship with our native siblings.
For more information or signup to go with the Greater Northwest Area groups on July 6-10 or July 20-25, go to the Greater Northwest Area’s Page or reach out to any of the GNW Coordinators:

Rev. Drew Hogan (OR-ID Representative – PastorDrewHogan@gmail.com )
Rev. Sheila Miranda (PNW Representative – SMiranda@pnwumc.org)
Rev. Murray Crookes (AK Representative – Munrahcito@gmail.com)

S.L.A.M. Trip - Week Two
2025-07-20 - 2025-07-25 | WA

PNW Conference United Women in Faith Leadership Team
2025-07-23 - 2025-07-24 | Yakima: Wesley UMC, 14 North 48th Avenue, Yakima, WA, 98908, United States
Please refer to the PNW United Women in Faith website for more information.

Mission u 2025
2025-07-24 - 2025-07-26 | Yakima: Wesley UMC, 14 North 48th Avenue, Yakima, WA, 98908, United States
Each year, United Methodists across the PNW Conference prepare for faithful living and action by engaging in transformative educational experiences at Mission u events. This summer, Mission u is scheduled to occur July 24-26 at Wesley UMC in Yakima, Washington. These events are centered around curricula designed to motivate, inform, and enrich our commitment to global ministry. The theme for 2025 is “Practicing Hope Together,” inspired by a book by Tabatha Holley. The book is available to purchase on the UWF website.
Please save the date and plan to join us at Mission u as we explore the good news and what it means for our lives! Questions? Email Jan Catrell, Mission u dean at jcatrell@yahoo.com.
More information about this year’s event will be available soon. Please refer to the PNW United Women in Faith website for more information.

Convocation 2025: UNCHARTED
2025-07-24 - 2025-07-27 | First United Methodist of Madison, 203 Wisconsin Avenue, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
Sponsored by the Reconciling Ministries Network
Church – we’ve set off from the shores of the last General Conference hopeful for progress and inclusion. But between then and now, we’ve also been buffeted by polycrisis: heightened cruelty, exclusion, and a shaky future of justice for LGBTQ+ people of all intersecting identities.
In the swirling chaos: who do we say God is? And who do we say we are?
The Spirit is calling us into Uncharted waters.
This July, come to beautiful Madison, WI, to refresh your soul, enlarge your capacity, and find your travelers on this justice journey. Just in time, RMN is poised to create a different, stronger movement in this era of our Church and our world.
Click here to learn more and register.

Empowered by Grace: Disability Justice and Theology 35 years after the ADA
2025-07-25 - 2025-07-26 | Bothell United Methodist Church, 18515 92nd Ave NE, Bothell, 98011, United States
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) –the historic civil rights law which protects the rights of disabled people –was signed into law on July 26, 1990. This landmark legislation improved access, made discrimination against disabled people illegal, and transformed our systems to become more inclusive. Churches, however, fought hard and successfully for exemption from the ADA.
In celebration of the 35th anniversary, in recognition of July as Disability Pride month, and in an effort to lament and repent of religious ableism, Bothell UMC and the PNW Disability Ministries Committee are hosting this multi-day conference. You are invited to join us for practical, justice-oriented workshops; for worship, fellowship, and a documentary screening; and for a keynote talk on Becoming Accomplices for Disability Justice.
Website: https://www.bothellumc.org/empowered-by-grace-2025
Registration: https://bothellumc.breezechms.com/form/303550
FB Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/1HQHWSf6EZ/

Lay Servant Ministries Basic Course
2025-07-31 18:00 - 20:00 | https://www.pnwumc.org/event/lay-servant-ministriesbasic-course/2025-07-31/
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 as a follower of Christ. The course is being offered this summer (Thurs. & Mon. 6 to 8 PM PDT (Jul 31, & Aug 4, 7, 11, & 14) online for those interested in taking this next step in exploration.
While the course is offered for those who register at no cost, participants must secure a copy of the Lay Servant Ministries Participant’s Book (DR626 • 978-0-88177-626-3 • $11.00) by Sandy Zeigler Jackson and Brian Jackson. The participants’ book is available at Cokesbury and from Amazon in paperback and for Kindle.
To register for this online Zoom course, please email Emilie Kroen (ekroen@yahoo.com), Director of Lay Servant Ministries for the Oregon-Idaho Annual Conference, by July 18, 2025. When you email her to register, please provide the following information as you do: your Name, Address, Phone #, and your local church setting. If you have questions, you may also contact Emilie with those.
Participant Requirements: Have the book named above, read the 1st session before the first course meeting, and fully engage in all 5 sessions with audio and video active. Additional assignments will be provided in your welcome letter.

Lay Servant Ministries Basic Course
2025-08-04 18:00 - 20:00 | https://www.pnwumc.org/event/lay-servant-ministriesbasic-course/2025-08-04/

Lay Servant Ministries Basic Course
2025-08-07 18:00 - 20:00 | https://www.pnwumc.org/event/lay-servant-ministriesbasic-course/2025-08-07/

Lay Servant Ministries Basic Course
2025-08-11 18:00 - 20:00 | https://www.pnwumc.org/event/lay-servant-ministriesbasic-course/2025-08-11/

Legacy Giving 101: Developing a Simple Program for your Congregation
2025-08-12
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 a gift in a will. But what about the church? In this one-hour webinar, you’ll learn how to start a basic legacy program for your congregation. It’s easier than you think.
There are two identical sessions, both offered on Aug. 12. For questions, please email projects@umoi.org.
See times and register for one of the two sessions.

Lay Servant Ministries Basic Course
2025-08-14 18:00 - 20:00 | https://www.pnwumc.org/event/lay-servant-ministriesbasic-course/2025-08-14/

Soul Revival - Rest & Renewal for Women Leaders
2025-08-25 - 2025-08-29 | Alton L Collins Retreat Center, 32867 Oregon 211, Eagle Creek, OR, 97022, United States
Attention—Women leaders who are serving in faith-based and other non-profit organizations.

Are you feeling overwhelmed and exhausted by the demands on you and your time in the midst of a decaying institution?
Have you tried every possible technique to help you manage the stress and anxiety that comes with leading in these challenging times?
Do you feel alone and like no one else really understands the impact that following your call has upon your health, your wellness, your family?

You are invited to join a community of like-minded women for a five day retreat being held August 25-29 at Alton-Collins Retreat Center in Eagle Creek, OR. Click here for more information about the retreat and presenters including Elaine Heath, Beth Estock, Rebecca Przybylski and Angela Wolle. The event is eligible for clergy continuing education funding.
Learn more and register today on the Spring Forest website!

Labor Day
2025-09-01 | WA
The conference office is closed in commemoration of Labor Day.

Pledge Campaign Best Practices: Seven principles for effective church fundraising
2025-09-04 19:00 - 20:00 | https://www.pnwumc.org/event/pledge-campaign-best-practices-seven-principles-for-effective-church-fundraising/
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 campaign in your local congregation. Register now to join us for this free one-hour webinar!
Click here to learn more and register for this training.
Julia Frisbie is the Executive Director of the Faith Foundation Northwest.
Cesie Delve Scheuermann writes the weekly blog, Inspiring Generosity and is a Senior Ministry Strategist with Horizons Stewardship.

SeaTac Clergy and Superintendents Gathering
2025-09-05 09:00 - 14:00 | Wesley Gardens, 815 S 216th St, Des Moines, WA, 98198, United States
SeaTac District clergy are invited to gather with their colleagues and new superintendents on Friday, September 5, 2025 from 9:00am-2:00pm at Wesley Gardens in Des Moines.
The main purpose of this gathering is to orient our new superintendents to the clergy in each of their sub-districts, and vice versa. There will be opportunities to ask questions about our new superintendency structure, determine what pastors and churches want and need from their superintendent, identify cultures of each sub-district, and more.
Please register for the event on our registration site.

Lay Servant Ministries: The Basic Course
2025-09-09 18:30 - 20:30 | https://www.pnwumc.org/event/lay-servant-ministries-the-basic-course/2025-09-09/
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 as a follower of Christ. The course is being offered this Fall (Tuesdays, 6:30 to 8:30 PM PDT, September 9 – October 14 online for those interested in taking this next step in exploration.
While the course is offered for those who register at no cost, participants must secure a copy of the Lay Servant Ministries Participant’s Book (DR626 • 978-0-88177-626-3 • $11.00) by Sandy Zeigler Jackson and Brian Jackson. The participants’ book is available at Cokesbury and on Amazon in paperback and Kindle formats.
Participant Requirements: Have the book named above, read the 1st session before the first course meeting, and fully engage in all sessions with audio and video active. Additional assignments will be provided in your welcome letter.
Register Here: https://gnw-reg.brtapp.com/LayServantMinistriesBasicCourseSept

Lay Servant Ministries: The Basic Course
2025-09-16 18:30 - 20:30 | https://www.pnwumc.org/event/lay-servant-ministries-the-basic-course/2025-09-16/

Crest to Coast United Women in Faith Annual Gathering
2025-09-20 | WA
Please refer to the PNW United Women in Faith website for more information. Location TBD.

UMC Solidarity Day at the Northwest Detention Center
2025-09-20 13:00 - 15:00 | Northwest Detention Center, Tacoma, 1623 E J St, Tacoma, United States
Join the Pacific Northwest United Methodist Church, fellow followers of Jesus, and all people who love justice, as we practice solidarity with those who are detained inside the Northwest Detention Center!

As followers of Jesus, we are mandated to care for our immigrant neighbors. As United Methodists, we vehemently oppose the mass deportation plans of this administration and join our voices with La Resistencia in an effort to shut down the Northwest Detention Center and Free Them All!

We follow the lead, and accept the invitation of, La Resistencia, a group of community members who listen first to those most impacted on the inside of NWDC, in a campaign to free them all and shut down the Detention Center once and for all.

RSVP today!
Please RSVP so we can plan accordingly and consider volunteering in one of the important support roles below:Hospitality: bringing donations of sunscreen (if it’s sunny), granola bars, fruit, water bottles, trash bags Greeters: passing out the hospitality items and intentionally saying hello as people gather Safety Team: attend one Zoom call earlier in that week to be briefed on safety protocols and arrive at least an hour early on the day of the action. Folks practiced in deescalation are needed in this role Music: We need music and strong singers who are versed in movement song to make this a joy-filled action.

Click here to RSVP and/or offer your help.

Click here to download a printable flyer.

Lay Servant Ministries: The Basic Course
2025-09-23 18:30 - 20:30 | https://www.pnwumc.org/event/lay-servant-ministries-the-basic-course/2025-09-23/

GNW Hispanic/Latinx Leaders Meeting
2025-09-24 18:00 - 19:00 | Zoom Meeting
The Greater Northwest (GNW) Hispanic/Latinx Leaders Meeting is a monthly gathering open to all Hispanic/Latinx pastors and leaders serving in local churches across the GNW Episcopal Area.
We meet by Zoom on the last Wednesday of each month from 6:00–7:00 PM (PST) under the leadership of our chairperson, Aurora Pavón.
These meetings provide a space to:

Check in with one another and share updates
Discuss upcoming events, workshops, and activities
Plan collaborative initiatives
Lift up community needs and concerns

This is a valuable opportunity to connect, learn, and support one another in ministry.
For more information, please contact: cesantos@pnwumc.org

Roots & Wings: Puget Sound District Training
2025-09-27 09:00 - 15:00 | Sedro-Woolley Central UMC, 1013 Polte Rd, Sedro-Woolley, 98284, 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 UMC, Sedro-Woolley
Saturday, October 25 – Community UMC, Port Hadlock
Saturday, November 15 – Haller Lake UMC, Seattle
Each location will feature members of the church sharing about ministry that is happening in their community, along with tips and suggestions for other churches to consider. There will also be other workshops across a variety of topics.
Registration for Roots & Wings here.

Entre Nos 2025
2025-09-28 - 2025-10-01 | WA
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 esta abierto!
El Plan will cover room and most meals, you just need to get here.
El Plan cubrira los gastos de la mayoria de comidas y su cuarto, ustedes solo necesita llegar.
Click here to learn more and register.

Church Council of Greater Seattle Fall Fundraiser
2025-09-28 17:00 - 19:00 | Quest Church, 1401 Leary Wy NW, Seattle, 98107, United States
The Church Council of Greater Seattle invites you to our Fall Fundraiser on September 28th from 5-7pm at Quest Church (1401 Leary Wy NW)! Join us as we celebrate the collective power we’ve been building and invest in the sustainability of our shared work to come.

This year’s theme is “Deepening Our Solidarity, Strengthening Our Movement.” As the Church Council has been operating more deeply into our role as a bridge between our historic faith partners and communities most impacted by systemic oppression, we’ve witnessed our faith partners’ growing desire to build closer relationships with secular community organizations and to follow their leadership. As attacks on migrants, LGBTQ+ communities, Black and brown communities, and more continue to rise, we need to build a deeply-rooted movement to protect and care for one another. Our keynote will be a panel of community leaders we’ve partnered with over the past year, speaking to how people of faith can show up in true solidarity with their communities. You won’t want to miss this dialogue, nor another fantastic spread by DayoSense Catering!

Gathering of the Orders and Fellowships
2025-09-29 - 2025-10-01 | Wenatchee First United Methodist Church, 941 Washington Street, Wenatchee, WA, 98801, United States
The 2025 Gathering of the Orders and Fellowships is scheduled for September 29-October 1st, 2025, at First United Methodist Church in Wenatchee, Washington. Registration is now open.
If you would like to be part of the planning, please contact Rev. Debbie Sperry or Rev. Denise McGuiness.”
Click here to learn more and register today!

Lay Servant Ministries: The Basic Course
2025-09-30 18:30 - 20:30 | https://www.pnwumc.org/event/lay-servant-ministries-the-basic-course/2025-09-30/
