Discerning the Real: The Art of Transitioning Pastoral Relationships in the Age of Social...
By Patrick Scriven | Director of Communications & Young People's Ministry
the first few months at a new church are incredibly important for a pastor. First...
Our Social Principles: A Guide to the Church, A Witness to the World
Submitted by Judy Dirks for the PNW Board of Church & Society
This spring, Pacific Northwest Conference laity and clergy will have a unique opportunity...
New national advertising messages and local church outreach tools offer opportunities for connection
Nashville, Tennessee: The United Methodist Church launched a four-part advertising series across the U.S. this week, offering an invitation for seekers to connect with local...
How Churches Spend their Money
By Brant Henshaw | Treasurer and Director of Administrative Services
Local church volunteers often call and ask how their spending “fits” in with the average church...
Hispanic Happenings: Movie Night!
Hispanic Happenings:
Movie Night! | By the Rev. Lyda Pierce
Immigration is a political issue that neither major political party can come to a consensus on....
Lewis Center for Church Leadership Engages New Audience, New Topics with Podcast
The Lewis Center for Church Leadership of Wesley Theological Seminary recently launched the Leading Ideas Talks podcast. With new entries each Wednesday, listeners will learn from ecumenical and intentionally diverse guests speaking on various topics like stewardship, evangelism, preaching, and church growth.
Two Goals Worthy of Your Support
The Ministry Fund Drive
The PNW Ministry Fund Drive is underway! Many churches and individuals have already made pledges and contributions in support of our...
The Rebuild Movement
In July 2016, laity from The PNW Conference visited sites in Pateros, Wash. Wildfires from 2014 and 2015 left over 400 homes destroyed and...
EXTRA! EXTRA! – Read all about it! New Federal Laws to Impact Overtime Pay
By Rik Jamieson | Assistant PNW Conference Treasurer
The Department of Labor (DOL) recently announced its changes to the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) “white collar” overtime...
Nurturing Elders: Near The End!
Nurturing Elders: Near The End!
By the Rev. Paul Graves
Don’t let “near the end” scare you! The end may be one of the best times...


















