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Clergy Wellness GNW Communications - June 4, 2020 0

In the great stories of our faith, God provides sustenance to those faithfully at work. In a post on clergy wellness, Sue Magrath reminds us that God also "has our back," encouraging us to pause, reflect, and give thanks for the hard work we've been able to do already.

GNW Camping & Retreat Ministries cancel summer programming due to COVID-19

Alaska Conference Kristen Caldwell - June 4, 2020 0

In an effort to “Do No Harm” in the midst of a pandemic,...

PNW Conference Board of Church & Society releases statement on racism, call to church action

Church & Society GNW Communications - June 4, 2020 0

June 3, 2020 Dear Siblings in the Way of...

Bishop Stanovsky offers candid insights on episcopal responsibility and authority amid COVID-19 church closures

Greater Northwest Area GNW Communications - May 13, 2020 0

Bishop Elaine JW Stanovsky offered her personal insights on both the...

Bishop’s COVID-19 Notice #6, May 13, 2020

Bishop's Blog GNW Communications - May 13, 2020 0

Worship Suspension and Building Closures Extended through June 15, 2020As bishop...

Bishop’s COVID-19 Notice #3, March 24, 2020

Bishop's Blog GNW Communications - March 24, 2020 0

“Teacher,” he said, “what must I do to inherit eternal life?”...

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Bishop calls on to individuals to make masks for local churches

Bishop Stanovsky offers candid insights on episcopal responsibility and authority amid COVID-19 church closures

GNW Shared Annual Conference canceled for 2020, fall gatherings anticipated to deal with essential items

You are invited to celebrate Easter Together with the Greater Northwest Area!

Portland FUMC fills community need for masks

Deer Park pastors deliver “Hymn of Promise” to parishioners

Greater NW Cabinet continues to #ResistHarm with MLK reflection

Leadership changes in Oregon-Idaho Conference, Greater NW Area Cabinet