The Pacific Northwest Conference of The United Methodist Church

Commission on Ethnic Ministry Grant reviews
2018-04-27 09:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | The Pacific Northwest Conference of the United Methodist Church, 816 S 216th St, Des Moines, WA, 98198, United States
Conference Room #2

Love Thy Neighbor: UMC Neighborhood Innovation Pre-Conference
2018-04-26 10:00 - 16:00 | Seattle First United Methodist Church, 180 Denny Way, Seattle, WA, 98109, United States
Don’t miss your chance! CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!
Join us for the UMC Neighborhood Innovation Pre-Conference
We will spend the day with world class community leaders, faith rooted organizers, social entrepreneurs, and ministry leaders. As we come together we’ll welcome…….

Majora Carter (TED talk icon, MacAurther Genius, neighborhood entreprenuer)
John McKnight (Mentor to Barack Obama and founding voice in the Asset Based Community Development movement)
Alexia Salvatierra: (Nationally Renowned Community Organzier, co-author of Faith Rooted Organizing)
Leroy Barber (Host): UMC leader, Co-Founder of The Voices Project, author, senior executive for multiple community development organzations.

This gathering is made possible by Parish Collective who are convening the 8th annual Inhabit Conference which takes place Friday-Saturday, April 27-28, downtown Seattle at the Seattle School of Theology and Psychology. For discounted tickets to that event simply click here.

Table Talks: Finding a Way Forward Together
2018-04-22 15:00 - 18:00 | Gresham United Methodist Church, 620 NW 8th Street, Gresham, OR, 97030, United States
United Methodists in the Alaska, Oregon-Idaho and Pacific Northwest Conferences are being encouraged to participate in Table Talk conversations being planned in various settings across the Greater Northwest Area. These opportunities will provide attendees a way to engage the church’s current discussion of human sexuality and the report of the Commission on a Way Forward within a structure of worship and respect for one another.
Clergy and lay people from all across the area are asked to seriously consider participating in one of these opportunities.
Click here to learn more about these conversations.
Please RSVP so site leaders can prepare for the right number of people.

Table Talks: Finding a Way Forward Together
2018-04-22 14:00 - 17:00 | Spokane Valley United Methodist Church, 115 N Raymond Rd, Spokane Valley, WA, 99206, United States
United Methodists in the Alaska, Oregon-Idaho and Pacific Northwest Conferences are being encouraged to participate in Table Talk conversations being planned in various settings across the Greater Northwest Area. These opportunities will provide attendees a way to engage the church’s current discussion of human sexuality and the report of the Commission on a Way Forward within a structure of worship and respect for one another.
All across the area are asked to seriously consider participating in one of these opportunities.
Click here to learn more about these conversations.
Please RSVP so site leaders can prepare for the right number of people.

Certified Lay Minister Cycle C Class, Eastside
2018-04-21 09:00 - 15:30 | Hillview UMC, 8525 W Ustick Rd, Boise, ID, 83704, United States
Leadership in the Wesleyan Way: Evangelism and Mission Field Engagement
Location: Hillview UMC, Boise, Idaho
Fee: $50
For more information, contact Rev. David Nieda, Dean, at vancouverds@pnwumc.org or Hollie Swanson at vancouver@pnwumc.org.
To Register click this link http://bit.ly/2oun3Gk or go to eventbrite.com

Connecting Neighbors
2018-04-21 08:30 - 16:30 | Cedar Cross United Methodist Church, 1210-132nd Street S.E., Creek, WA, Mill Creek, WA, 98012, United States
This emergency preparedness training through UMCOR has three areas of focus – personal and home readiness, church readiness, and readiness to serve your neighbors in case of an emergency. This workshop is being taught by Wendy Riddle and David C. Riddle.
Lunch will be provided.
Click here to RSVP or get more information.

Board of Trustees
2018-04-19 10:00 - 15:00 | The Pacific Northwest Conference of the United Methodist Church, 816 S 216th St, Des Moines, WA, 98198, United States
Conference Room #1

Seattle DCOM
2018-04-19 08:00 - 17:00 | The Pacific Northwest Conference of the United Methodist Church, 816 S 216th St, Des Moines, WA, 98198, United States

Board of Ordained Ministry Executive Committee
2018-04-18 12:00 - 14:00 | The Pacific Northwest Conference of the United Methodist Church, 816 S 216th St, Des Moines, WA, 98198, United States

Annual Conference Session Planning
2018-04-16 10:00 - 14:00, 2018-03-19 10:00 - 14:00 | The Pacific Northwest Conference of the United Methodist Church, 816 S 216th St, Des Moines, WA, 98198, United States

Table Talks: Finding a Way Forward Together
2018-04-15 14:30 - 17:30 | Portland First UMC, 1838 SW Jefferson St., Portland, OR, 97201, United States

Table Talks: Finding a Way Forward Together
2018-04-15 14:00 - 17:00 | Lewiston First UMC, 1906 Broadview Drive, Lewiston, ID, United States

Certified Lay Minister Cycle C Class, Westside
2018-04-14 09:00 - 15:30 | Mill Plain United Methodist Church, 15804 SE Mill Plain Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98684, United States
Leadership in the Wesleyan Way: Evangelism and Mission Field Engagement
Location: Mill Plain UMC, Vancouver, Washington
Fee: $50
For more information, contact Rev. David Nieda, Dean, at vancouverds@pnwumc.org or Hollie Swanson at vancouver@pnwumc.org.

To Register please click this link http://bit.ly/2FDzYwM or visit eventbrite.com

Social Principles Training Event
2018-04-14 09:00 - 15:00 | Federal Way United Methodist Church, 29645 51st Ave S, Auburn, WA, 98001, United States
Our Social Principles: A Guide to the Church, A Witness to the World
with Rev. Dr. Clayton Childers, Conference Relations – General Board of Church and Society – Bio
$10 at door includes lunch cost
Doors open at 8:30 for sign in and refreshments
Two Dates & Locations
April 14, 2018 @ Federal Way UM Church
Pre-registration required by April 7 – Contact Ann Mayer – Email
May 12, 2018 @ Spokane Valley UM Church
Pre-registration required by May 5 – Contact Judy Dirks – Email
Click here to download a printable event flier
Enjoy a day of learning around the United Methodist Church’s Social Principles.

What do the Social Principles mean for me and my church?
How can we use the Social Principles in church classes, Bible studies, youth programs, new member classes, confirmation training?
How can we build on our study of the Social Principles to address critical needs in our own communities and beyond?

The day will include a conversation introducing a proposed draft of a completely revised Social Principles to be presented to General Conference 2020. Your input will help support the revision process.
Sponsored by Pacific Northwest Conference Board of Church and Society.

Inland District UMW Spiritual Growth Retreat
2018-04-14 08:30 - 15:00 | Bozarth Mansion and Retreat Center, 12415 N. Fairwood Drive, Spokane, WA, 99218, United States
WHY ATTEND: What difficulties and challenges are you facing today? Are you searching for ways to grow spiritually through tough times? Are you trying to help friends or family members who need emotional and spiritual support? Has your life changed in ways that test your faith and your relationship with God? Plan to attend and you will be comforted, fed, enlight- ened, encouraged and inspired! You will have an opportunity to deepen your walk with God, and find light for the path ahead of you.
BOZARTH CENTER is a magnificent Tudor mansion set on 20 acres of forested land and gardens with beautiful views of the Little Spokane River Valley. Your day will include laughter, sharing, presentations, reflection, worship. Take this holy “day away” to draw near to God and find strength for your broken places.

Saturday, April 14th, 2018
Registration 8:30 am; Retreat: 9 am- 3 pm
Inland District United Methodist Women Spiritual Growth Retreat
“Overcoming Personal Blocks to Grow Spiritually”
One Day Registration Fee: 25.00
Late One Day Registration Fee: 30.00
**More to follow with registration form.
Click here to Learn More
Learn more about PNW United Methodist Women: http://www.pnwumw.org/

Seven Rivers District Clergy & Laity Retreat
2018-04-13 16:00 - 2018-04-15 12:00 | Lazy F Camp and Retreat Center, 16170 Manastash Road, Ellensburg, WA, 98926, United States
Save the date!
Seven Rivers District Clergy & Laity Retreat
Mark your calendars for April 13-15, 2018! We will have several joint workshops while others will be specific to clergy or laity! This weekend is a wonderful time to fellowship with people from across the Seven Rivers District and to draw closer to Jesus in your own spiritual life, all while surrounded by the beauty of Lazy F Camp & Retreat Center!
Monarchs, Grey Whales, and Us: Reflections on Migration
7 Rivers District Retreat for Laity & Clergy
April 13 – 15, 2018 Lazy F Camp and Retreat Center
Join laity and clergy for a weekend designed to nurture body, mind and spirit. During community time, Rev. Lyda Pierce, joined by several others, will reflect on their personal and family experiences of migration and help us build curiosity about our own family’s experience that of others.. Additionally, Paul Jeffrey, through the magic of photo and video, will present reflections on global migrations — even though he expects to be on the other side of the world at the time. Reflection questions will guide personal reflection time, then we gather together again for conversation around the insights that have arisen for us.
Our setting of Lazy F Camp and the schedule provide space to pursue your own personal interests – from hiking to napping, and everything in between. Beginning with dinner on Friday and ending before lunch on Sunday, we leave rested and energized, having made new friends, deepened existing relationships, and nurtured our spiritual selves.
About our Presenter: The Rev. Dr. Lyda Pierce serves as a United Methodist missionary with the General Board of Global Ministries for Hispanic/Latino Ministry Development in our Pacific Northwest Annual Conference. Bringing with her 20 years of pastoral experience in war-torn and hurricane ravaged countries and extensive teaching experience in both Central America and the U.S, Lyda is the perfect guide to help us reflect on migration – how we view it and how we respond to it.
Cost: Early bird tickets are on sale now for $100 until February 28th. On, March 1st tickets will be $110. All Seven Rivers lay people and pastors are welcome. Groups are encouraged; tickets will remain on sale at $100 for any group of 3+ people. After March 1st, contact Hollie for the Group discount code.
For more information contact Karen Fisher: kmfishwoman@nwi.net or Mary Huycke: 7RiversDS@greaternw.org.
For registration assistance contact Hollie Swanson at the District Service Center, hswanson@pnwumc.org.

Tacoma Community House's 108th Annual Luncheon
2018-04-13 11:30 - 13:00 | Greater Tacoma Convention Center, 1500 Commerce Street, Tacoma, WA, 98402, United States
CELEBRATING 108 YEARS OF SERVICE
You are invited to celebrate with us at Tacoma Community House’s 108th Annual Luncheon Friday, April 13, 2018 at the Greater Tacoma Convention Center!
Yes, yes, it’s Friday the 13th… but we’re lucky to be sharing the day with you!
Come enjoy lunch, catch up with friends and neighbors, network, and learn about the powerful work TCH is doing to empower immigrants, refugees, and low-income individuals in the South Sound!
Click here to Learn More and Register for this event!

Greater Northwest Cabinet
2018-04-12 14:00 - 2018-04-13 17:00 | Alton L Collins Retreat Center, 32867 Oregon 211, Eagle Creek, OR, 97022, United States

Intentional Interim Training
2018-04-10 08:00 - 2018-04-12 14:00 | Alton L Collins Retreat Center, 32867 Oregon 211, Eagle Creek, OR, 97022, United States

2018 Inland District Choir Festival
2018-04-08 16:00 - 18:00 | Spokane Valley United Methodist Church, 115 N Raymond Rd, Spokane Valley, WA, 99206, United States
Annual Inland District Choir Festival held this year at Spokane Valley United Methodist Church starting at 4:00 PM.

Spring Scrap and Sew
2018-04-05 - 2018-04-08 | Twinlow Camp, 22787 N. Twinlow Road, Rathdrum, ID, 83858, United States
Cost: $100 if registered by March 16th. $110 after or at the door.
Come enjoy a weekend of crafting! You bring the crafts, we bring the programming. Relax, be creative, and worship with friends.
Open to ladies 15 and older (under 18 must have an adult chaperone). Lodging is available Thursday night through Sunday morning. Meals are Friday dinner-Sunday breakfast. Bring your own crafts, sewing supplies, or whatever you need to relax for the weekend.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Board of Congregational Development
2018-04-03 09:00 - 16:00 | The Pacific Northwest Conference of the United Methodist Church, 816 S 216th St, Des Moines, WA, 98198, United States

Church Council of Greater Seattle Annual Assembly
2018-03-22 18:00 | Phinney Ridge Lutheran Church, 7500 Greenwood Ave North, Seattle, WA, 98103, United States
It continues to be a kairos moment, a critical time, calling for the unifying voice and faithful witness of the church. We need your voice.
You are invited to the Church Council of Greater Seattle’s Annual Assembly on Thursday, March 22 at Phinney Ridge Lutheran Church, 7500 Greenwood Ave. N., Seattle 98103. There will be a reception at 6 p.m. and the programming will begin at 6:30 p.m. All are welcome! Limited free parking is available in the lot on a first come, first serve basis. The #5 bus line also serves Phinney Ridge Lutheran.
The Church Council of Greater Seattle is the region’s ecumenical body serving King and South Snohomish Counties. Our major consultative event of the year, the Annual Assembly is a time to gather with members of the wider ecumenical church, to hold rich conversations, to learn what is happening currently with the Church Council, and to inform the Church Council’s work. You will leave inspired to: participate in the collective power of faith in action; connect with neighbor churches to mutually inspire and ignite one another as the Body of Christ, and, catalyze and collaborate for peace, justice, and the well-being of all.
All are welcome! More information can be found at www.thechurchcouncil.org or by contacting Ann at 206.204.3855 or aerickson@thechurchcouncil.org. An RSVP to Ann is requested but not necessary.

Conference Board of Global Ministries
2018-03-22 09:30 - 14:30 | The Pacific Northwest Conference of the United Methodist Church, 816 S 216th St, Des Moines, WA, 98198, United States

Certified Lay Minister (CLM) Weekend Intensive
2018-03-16 13:00 - 2018-03-17 18:00 | Alton Collins Retreat Center, 32867 OR-211, Eagle Creek, OR, 97022, United States
CLM Weekend Intensive at Alton Collins Retreat Center in Eagle Creek, OR.
Training will begin on Friday, March 16th at 1:00 PM and conclude with dinner on Saturday, March 17th.
$150 per person double occupancy (includes training fee, lodging and all meals)
$200 per person single occupancy (includes training fee, lodging and all meals)
Optional:
Saturday overnight stay, including Sunday breakfast
$62.50 double occupancy
$80.50 single occupancy
To register please visit: http://bit.ly/2CLMWKND or www.eventbrite.com

SUMYT Retreat
2018-03-16 - 2018-03-18 | Camp Indianola, 10635 NE Shore Dr. PO Box 1150, Indianola, WA, 98342, United States
For more than 20 years, youth from around the PNW Conference have looked forward to spending the third weekend in March at Camp Indianola for the SUMYT retreat!
SAVE THE DATE
March 16-18, 2018 @ CAMP INDIANOLA
The SUMYT team works hard to host a weekend that allows youth the space to relax, unwind and grow in their faith. SUMYT offers something for everyone, whether you’re into deep discussions about faith, large group games, music, hiking or long walks on the beach! SUMYT has awesome small group options for youth including; activities, discussion, creative and grade based groups.
Keynote speakers provide thoughtful messages that are relevant and engaging. The SUMYT retreat is a great opportunity for local churches to spend time together, meet people from nearby churches and form lasting friendships!
The theme for the 2018 retreat is Under Construction.
Faith isn’t a destination, it’s a process. We’re continually growing, changing and evolving, and our relationship with God is, too!
Click here to register& learn more!
If you’d like to receive promotional material for the retreat contact us or send an email to our general mailbox at sumyt.retreat@gmail.com.

Council on Finance and Administration
2018-03-16 | The Pacific Northwest Conference of the United Methodist Church, 816 S 216th St, Des Moines, WA, 98198, United States

Multiplying Ministries
2018-03-13 09:30 - 15:30 | The Pacific Northwest Conference of the United Methodist Church, 816 S 216th St, Des Moines, WA, 98198, United States

Board of Ordained Ministry Search Committee
2018-03-12 10:00 - 15:00 | The Pacific Northwest Conference of the United Methodist Church, 816 S 216th St, Des Moines, WA, 98198, United States
