Lake Washington United Methodist Church in Kirkland, Washington, recently marked a significant milestone as they celebrated over a decade of their Safe Parking Program. Patrick Scriven shares photos and a summary of the event where guests and supporters reflected of the hope they have built in community together.

The recent killing of a store owner in California displaying a Pride flag by a self-professed "Bible-quoting Christian" has Rev. Paul Graves revisiting the topic of violence and Christianity. Graves encourages us to look no further than Jesus to see a better way.

Jeremy Narus and Rev. Autumn Kreuger describe their recent journey from Alaska to Florida to serve as UMVIM volunteers and attend Youth 2023. From food pantries to community gardens and communion on the beach, there was a lot to see, learn about and enjoy.

In the days after fires ripped through eastern Washington, destroying hundreds of structures, United Methodists have mobilized to offer their support. Disaster Response coordinators have secured an immediate $10,000 Solidarity Grant from UMCOR.

This Summer, we have seen some of the hottest temperatures ever recorded alongside wildfires and other impacts of climate change. Rev. Laura Baumgartner and Ann Mayer share some of the messages and actions taken this annual conference season with other resources for United Methodists across the GNW Area interested in taking their next step.