Early Response Team Basic Training
2021-12-06 13:30 - 17:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | https://greaternw.org/event/early-response-team-basic-training/2021-12-06/
Early Response Team Basic Training is Back!
Be ready for when the next disaster strikes to help those most in need. We’re ramping up with our eight-hour, Zoom-based Early Response Team Basic Training on Friday, December 3 and Monday, December 6, 1:30-5:30pm.
This training will prepare you on ways to clean out a flooded home, haul debris, sift ashes and work alongside survivors while staying safe. The class is taught by United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) certified trainers and includes real-world examples, interactive activities and an opportunity to virtually meet people with a passion to serve.
Both days are required to complete the training. Anyone 18 years or older is welcomed to attend. Registration fees are waived for this Zoom-based training. Class size is limited so register ASAP at: Be Ready.
Registration deadline is Friday, November 19 unless the class fills prior. There are pre-class requirements to complete prior to the training. Questions? Contact Kathy Bryson, PNW Conference Disaster Response Coordinator, at brysonpnw@gmail.com, (509) 539-2978.
Click here to register today!

Forum on WJ Workgroup reports
2022-01-23 14:00 - 16:00 | https://greaternw.org/event/forum-on-wj-workgroup-reports/
On January 23, the Oregon-Idaho and Pacific Northwest delegations will hold a discussion forum for all who have read the Western Jurisdiction workgroup reports and wish to discuss them. The forum will be on Zoom from 2 to 4 p.m. PT (3-5 p.m. MT).
“With so much uncertainty about the future of the denomination, the Western Jurisdiction is working to be prepared for whatever comes. Your jurisdictional delegates from the Greater Northwest are eager to hear your feedback on the planning jurisdictional leaders have done so far. Join us for an online forum Sunday, January 23rd from 2-4 pm.”
Click here to register for this discussion forum.
Click here to read a summary of the WJ process.
Click here to read the reports, watch a video summary, and find a feedback form.

Lay Servant Ministries Basic-Foundations Course
2022-02-07 16:30 - 18:30 | https://greaternw.org/event/lay-servant-ministries-basic-foundations-course/2022-02-07/
The Lay Servant Ministries Basic Course is a foundational course designed to equip new church leaders and renew current 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
the core ministries of Leading, Caring, and Communicating
and much more.

The Basic Course can be used for both adults and youth. Consisting of five two-hour sessions, it may serve as a short-term study for small groups, Sunday school classes, and new member classes.
This class begins on February 7 with sessions taking place on Feb. 7, 10, 14, 17, and 21, each from 4:30-6:30 p.m. PT
Book:
Lay Servant Ministries Basic Course Participant Book by Sandy Jackson & Brian Jackson
ISBN # 9780881776263
Submit registration and $5.00 before each class. Order your own book from Cokesbury.com, Upperroom-books.com or Amazon.com.
Registration Deadline: Jan. 31, 2022 (but still open)
For the registration form and to register, please contact:
Susan Wheeler
m_swheeler@msn.com
885 Wuthering Heights Dr.
Colorado Springs CO 80921
Make checks payable to the Mountain Sky Conference.

Lay Servant Ministries Basic-Foundations Course
2022-02-10 16:30 - 18:30 | https://greaternw.org/event/lay-servant-ministries-basic-foundations-course/2022-02-10/

Lay Servant Ministries Basic-Foundations Course
2022-02-14 16:30 - 18:30 | https://greaternw.org/event/lay-servant-ministries-basic-foundations-course/2022-02-14/

Lay Servant Ministries Basic-Foundations Course
2022-02-17 16:30 - 18:30 | https://greaternw.org/event/lay-servant-ministries-basic-foundations-course/2022-02-17/

Lay Servant Ministries Basic-Foundations Course
2022-02-21 16:30 - 18:30 | https://greaternw.org/event/lay-servant-ministries-basic-foundations-course/2022-02-21/

2022 Local Church Leadership Training for Laity in the GNW
2022-02-26 10:00 - 12:00 | https://greaternw.org/event/2022-local-church-leadership-training-for-laity-in-the-gnw/
Laypersons serving on local church committees, especially those who chair administrative committees, are encouraged to register now for a Greater Northwest Area-wide training on Saturday, February 26, 2022. Interpretation will be offered in Spanish.
Click here to register!
The two-hour training starts at 9 a.m. AKT (10 a.m. PT, 11 a.m. MT) with leadership provided by district superintendents, staff and laity with expertise across the Alaska, Oregon-Idaho, and Pacific Northwest Conferences. Those new to their roles or to the leadership of committees are strongly encouraged to attend.
During the first hour, attendees will receive words of encouragement along with training on decision-making processes. During the second, participants will separate into breakout rooms to focus the conversation on administrative teams and tasks. A Spanish-language cohort will also be available during this second hour.
Tópico: Entrenamiento para Lideres laicos de Iglesias Locales del gran Área del Noroeste 2022.
Descripción: Se invita a los laicos que sirven en los comités de la iglesia local, especialmente aquellos que presiden los comités administrativos, a registrarse ahora para una capacitación en toda el Área del Gran Noroeste el sábado 26 de febrero de 2022. Se ofrecerá interpretación en español.
La capacitación de dos horas comienza a las 9 a. m. AKT (10 a. m. PT, 11 a. m. MT) lideres como superintendentes de distrito, personal y laicos con experiencia en las conferencias de Alaska, Oregón-Idaho y Pacífico Noroeste estarán dirigiendo este entrenamiento. Se recomienda encarecidamente que asistan aquellos nuevos lideres en sus funciones o en el liderazgo de los comités administrativos de la Iglesia Local.
Durante la primera hora, los participantes recibirán palabras de ánimo e información sobre los procesos de toma de decisiones. Durante la segunda hora, los participantes se dividirán en salas para grupos pequeños para centrar la conversación en los equipos y las tareas administrativas. Tendremos un grupo de habla hispana disponible durante esta segunda hora. Por favor cuando haga su matricula recuérdele a sus lideres de escoger la opción en español.

Living Our Beliefs – Lay Servant Ministries
2022-03-08 16:00 - 18:00 | https://greaternw.org/event/lay-servant-ministry-class-on-living-our-beliefs/2022-03-08/
You can believe anything and be a Methodist, just so long as you’re sincere.
Such a misperception has deep historical and cultural roots.
Explore a basic explanation of the beliefs and practices of the United Methodist Church as defined in Part II of The Book of Discipline. Uncover a deeper understanding and experience of the Christian faith as you embrace the United Methodist way.
“Beliefs are to be lived; doctrine is to be practiced,” writes Carder in this updated edition of his 1996 bestseller. “The authenticity of beliefs lie in their ability to shape people and communities into the image of Christ and to promote holiness and happiness. …The important test of the validity of doctrines and beliefs for United Methodists is the kind of character they produce in individuals and communities and the actions they inspire in the world.”
Living Our Beliefs is essential reading for new members, confirmation classes, and small group studies.
This class begins on March 8 with sessions taking place on Mar. 8, 10, 15,17 & 22, each from 4-6 p.m. PT.
Book:
“Living Our Beliefs: The United Methodist Way” by Kenneth L. Carder
ISBN #978-0-88177-571-6
Submit registration and $5.00 before each class. Order your own book from Cokesbury.com, Upperroom-books.com or Amazon.com.
Registration & Payment Due: Feb. 28, 2022
For the registration form and to register, please contact:
Susan Wheeler
m_swheeler@msn.com
885 Wuthering Heights Dr.
Colorado Springs CO 80921
Make checks payable to the Mountain Sky Conference.

Living Our Beliefs – Lay Servant Ministries
2022-03-10 16:00 - 18:00 | https://greaternw.org/event/lay-servant-ministry-class-on-living-our-beliefs/2022-03-10/

Lay Servant Ministries Basic Course
2022-03-13 17:00 - 19:00 | https://greaternw.org/event/lay-servant-ministries-basic-course/2022-03-13/
“God calls you to a life of servanthood as a disciple of Jesus Christ. …Lay Servant Ministries is the first step for many laypersons toward their faith journey as they strive for a closer relationship with the Lord,” the authors write in the intro. This course is designed to equip church leaders in The UM Church. It explores personal spiritual gifts, servant leadership, each leader’s role in developing future leaders, the importance of consistent spiritual practices, the core ministries of Leading, Caring, and Communicating, and more.
Registration Deadline:
None stated but you must enroll before the course fills up and have time to get your book and do the prep work in advance. Class is limited to 10 people.
To register: https://app.easytithe.com/App/Form/fda5d8fa-bb6e-4f83-8c30-09f0a22d51f0
Book:
Lay Servant Ministries Participant’s Book by Sandy Zeigler Jackson and Brian Jackson.
ISBN# 978-0-88177-626-3 • $11.00. Available at Upper Room, Cokesbury and Amazon.
Participant Requirements:
Have the book named above, read the 1st session ahead of the first session, and fully engage in all 5 sessions on Zoom with audio and video active.
Contact for questions:
Rev Andy Bartel, revandybartel@gmail.com; 907-344-3025 (church phone number)

Living Our Beliefs – Lay Servant Ministries
2022-03-15 16:00 - 18:00 | https://greaternw.org/event/lay-servant-ministry-class-on-living-our-beliefs/2022-03-15/

Living Our Beliefs – Lay Servant Ministries
2022-03-17 16:00 - 18:00 | https://greaternw.org/event/lay-servant-ministry-class-on-living-our-beliefs/2022-03-17/

Lay Servant Ministries Basic Course
2022-03-20 17:00 - 19:00 | https://greaternw.org/event/lay-servant-ministries-basic-course/2022-03-20/

Living Our Beliefs – Lay Servant Ministries
2022-03-22 16:00 - 18:00 | https://greaternw.org/event/lay-servant-ministry-class-on-living-our-beliefs/2022-03-22/

Rediscovering Our Spiritual Gifts - Lay Servant Ministries
2022-03-23 17:00 - 19:00 | https://greaternw.org/event/rediscovering-our-spiritual-gifts-lay-servant-ministries-class/2022-03-23/
Participants in this course will study a book that identifies, defines, and discusses 32 spiritual gifts including giving, healing, hospitality, service, evangelism, and music. The author encourages you to discover the particular gifts the Holy Spirit has given you and challenges you to use these gifts to build up the body of Christ. The book includes a “Grace Gifts Inventory” to help you identify and apply the spiritual gifts in your life.
Your Spiritual Gifts Inventory Pack is available for use with small-group members.
Book:
“Rediscovering Our Spiritual Gifts” by Charles V. Bryant
ISBN #9780835806336
Submit registration and $5.00 before each class. Order your own book from Cokesbury.com, Upperroom-books.com or Amazon.com.
Registration & Payment Deadline: Feb. 28, 2022
For the registration form and to register, please contact:
Susan Wheeler
m_swheeler@msn.com
885 Wuthering Heights Dr.
Colorado Springs CO 80921
Make checks payable to the Mountain Sky Conference.

Discover Your Spiritual Gifts (a Revised Course)
2022-03-23 18:00 - 20:00 | https://greaternw.org/event/discover-your-spiritual-gifts-a-revised-course/2022-03-23/
This Servant Lay Ministries course helps participants understand spiritual gifts and how the church can use them to fulfill its mission and ministry. Participants will also learn what it means to be a spiritual leader and will be equipped to lead others in exploring and using their spiritual gifts.
This course is offered by the Oregon-Idaho Annual Conference. The instructors are Emilie Kroen, Director of Lay Servant Ministries, Or-ID Ann. Conf. and Claudia Roberts.
Dates:
Mar 23, 30, & Apr 6, 13, 20, 2022 from 6-8 p.m. PT on Zoom.
Book:
“Each One a Minister” by William J. Carter
Participant’s Book DR375 • 978-0-88177-375-0 • $14.00
(ePub and Kindle, $9.99) Available at Upper Room
Registration Deadline: March 15, 2022
To Register: Call, text, or email Emilie Kroen at ekroen@yahoo.com or 503.312.4138.
Provide your Name, Home Address, email address, phone #, and your local church.
Participant Requirements:
Each participant must have the book, read it, and fully participate in all 5 sessions with audio and video. There is no fee besides the cost of the book.
Contact for questions:
Emilie Kroen, 503.312.4138

Lay Servant Ministries Basic Course
2022-03-27 17:00 - 19:00 | https://greaternw.org/event/lay-servant-ministries-basic-course/2022-03-27/

Rediscovering Our Spiritual Gifts - Lay Servant Ministries
2022-03-30 17:00 - 19:00 | https://greaternw.org/event/rediscovering-our-spiritual-gifts-lay-servant-ministries-class/2022-03-30/

Discover Your Spiritual Gifts (a Revised Course)
2022-03-30 18:00 - 20:00 | https://greaternw.org/event/discover-your-spiritual-gifts-a-revised-course/2022-03-30/

Lay Servant Ministries Basic Course
2022-04-03 17:00 - 19:00 | https://greaternw.org/event/lay-servant-ministries-basic-course/2022-04-03/

Rediscovering Our Spiritual Gifts - Lay Servant Ministries
2022-04-06 17:00 - 19:00 | https://greaternw.org/event/rediscovering-our-spiritual-gifts-lay-servant-ministries-class/2022-04-06/

Discover Your Spiritual Gifts (a Revised Course)
2022-04-06 18:00 - 20:00 | https://greaternw.org/event/discover-your-spiritual-gifts-a-revised-course/2022-04-06/

Lay Servant Ministries Basic Course
2022-04-10 17:00 - 19:00 | https://greaternw.org/event/lay-servant-ministries-basic-course/2022-04-10/

Rediscovering Our Spiritual Gifts - Lay Servant Ministries
2022-04-13 17:00 - 19:00 | https://greaternw.org/event/rediscovering-our-spiritual-gifts-lay-servant-ministries-class/2022-04-13/

Discover Your Spiritual Gifts (a Revised Course)
2022-04-13 18:00 - 20:00 | https://greaternw.org/event/discover-your-spiritual-gifts-a-revised-course/2022-04-13/

Rediscovering Our Spiritual Gifts - Lay Servant Ministries
2022-04-20 17:00 - 19:00 | https://greaternw.org/event/rediscovering-our-spiritual-gifts-lay-servant-ministries-class/2022-04-20/

Discover Your Spiritual Gifts (a Revised Course)
2022-04-20 18:00 - 20:00 | https://greaternw.org/event/discover-your-spiritual-gifts-a-revised-course/2022-04-20/

Leading a Bible Study: Advanced Lay Servant Ministries Course
2022-04-21 17:30 - 19:30, 2022-04-28 17:30 - 19:30 | WA
Biblical Interpretation: A Roadmap is a guide to discovering and asking the key questions-about biblical texts, about readers of the Bible, and about the interaction of the two-that forms the basis of biblical interpretation today. These questions are organized around three fundamental assumptions that govern the authors’ approach to reading the bible:
1.The biblical texts arise from particular historical, social, and cultural settings.
2. The reader likewise reads from a specific setting.
3. Neither the diversity of the texts nor the multitude of readers stands in isolation one from the other.
This course opens a new world for many lay servants who have not had professional training in biblical interpretation. It reminds us as United Methodists that Bible study and biblical interpretation are a core part of our spiritual journey.
*Each participant must have the book, read it, and fully participate in all 5 sessions with audio and video.
DATES: Thursday’s 4/21, 4/28, 5/5, 5/12, 5/19
TIMES: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Pacific Time/ 6:30pm – 8:30pm Mountain TIme
Location: On ZOOM
INSTRUCTORS: Faye Veal and Don Yale
This course is offered by Mountain Sky Annual Conference
COST: The cost of the book*
TO REGISTER: Email Faye Veal at fayeveal@aol.com
BOOK: Biblical Interpretation: a Roadmap
