The Pacific Northwest Conference of The United Methodist Church

Lay Servant Ministries Foundations (Basic) Course
2026-06-02 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | https://www.pnwumc.org/event/lay-servant-ministries-foundations-basic-course-2/2026-06-02/
This is a foundational course designed to equip church leaders in the United Methodist Church. It explores: personal spiritual gifts, servant leadership, each leader’s role in developing future leaders, the importance of consistent spiritual practices, “God’s call to a life of servanthood” as a disciple of Jesus Christ, and the core ministries of Leading, Caring, and Communicating.
CLASS DATES: May 5, 12, 18, 26, & June 2 from 6:30-8:30 pm (PST) on Zoom
*COST: Cost of the Book- $13.00 “Lay Servant Ministries: The Basic Course,” Participant’s Book by Sandy Zeigler Jackson and Brian Jackson • DR626 • 978-0-88177-626-3 Available at Cokesbury and Upper Room. Ebooks are also available.
INSTRUCTOR: Sheila Miranda, PNW Lay Servant Ministries. Any questions about this class or Lay Servant Ministries in the PNW Annual Conference should be directed to Sheila Miranda, smiranda@pnwumc.org
Class is limited to 16 participants. Registration closes April 28th, or until class fills.
Register at: Lay Servant Ministries Foundations (Basic) Course-May 2026

Archives and History Meetups
2026-06-16 18:30 - 19:30, 2026-09-22 18:30 - 19:30 | Zoom Meeting
Preserving the Stories of Our Faith for Generations to Come

Every photo, ledger, and letter in our local churches tells a story of faith in action. But how do we ensure these precious memories are preserved for those who follow us?

The PNW Conference Archives and History Committee warmly invites you to our quarterly virtual meetups. Whether you have spent years caring for your church’s records or are just beginning to organize your congregation’s “memory closet,” your perspective is invaluable. We gather to share practical advice, compare notes, and support one another in this sacred work of keeping our history alive.

We are offering the following Meetups on Zoom in June and September.

Tuesday, June 16 | 6:30 – 7:30 PM -Topic: Guidelines for Local Church Archives
Tuesday, September 22 | 6:30 – 7:30 PM -Topic: Archiving Digital Records

Please join us for one or both. We look forward to gathering with you and honoring the legacy of our conference together.

Register here: https://gnw-reg.brtapp.com/PNWArchivesandHistoryMeetup

Juneteenth
2026-06-19 | WA
The PNW Conference Office is closed for the Juneteenth holiday.

PNW Annual Conference Session 2026
2026-06-23 - 2026-06-25 | Spokane Valley United Methodist Church, 115 N Raymond Rd, Spokane Valley, WA, 99206, United States
Our 2026 Pacific Northwest Annual Conference is scheduled to take place June 23-25 at Spokane Valley United Methodist Church.
Click here to learn more.

GNW Hispanic/Latinx Leaders Meeting
2026-06-24 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

S.L.A.M. Trip GNW Youth Collaborative week
2026-06-28 - 2026-07-03 | WA
S.L.A.M. Trips is a service and cultural learning trip for youth hosted by the Yakama faith-based organization Mending Wings. This GNW Youth Collaborative week will bring United Methodist youth from WA, OR, ID, and AK together to learn about Native America culture; this year, the Yakama value of RESPECT will be the theme. Participants will also learn about the injustices the Yakama people have experienced from the U.S. Government and the Church over the years. Youth and adult leaders will spend 2½ days on service projects for native elders, and one day touring important cultural and historical sites, with an evening cultural celebration including music, dance, and a traditional Salmon Bake.
Click here to visit a page with information for the 2026 GNW S.L.A.M. Trip.
2026 Dates: June 28 (5pm) – July 3 (10am)
Other dates are available directly through S.L.A.M. Trips (slamtrips.com) if this week does not fit your schedule.
For more info, contact:
PNW – Rev. Sheila Miranda – smiranda@pnwumc.org
OR-ID – Rev. Drew Hogan – pastordrewhogan@gmail.com
AK – Rev. Murray Crookes – munrahcito@gmail.com

GNW Closing Session
2026-06-30 | https://www.pnwumc.org/event/gnw-closing-session-2/
The shared Greater Northwest Area Closing Session will allow the members an opportunity to consider and celebrate reports from each conference, as they are sent out to do God’s good work in the world.
For more information, visit the PNWAC 2026 website.

Independence Day
2026-07-03 | WA
The PNW Conference Office is closed for the Independence Day holiday.

Labor Day
2026-09-07 | WA
The PNW Conference Office is closed for the Labor Day holiday.

Indigenous People's Day
2026-10-12 | WA
The PNW Conference Office is closed for the Indigenous People’s Day holiday.

Thanksgiving Day
2026-11-26 | WA
The PNW Conference Office is closed for the Thanksgiving holiday.

Christmas Day
2026-12-25 | WA
The PNW Conference Office is closed for the Christmas holiday.
