United Methodists Volunteer in Mission (UMVIM) has moved many of its mission opportunities and trainings to a virtual format. As your UMVIM Jurisdictional Coordinator I wanted to let you know about those opportunities designed for the youth and young adult leaders and youth teams. If
Campaign Encourages Congregational Engagement, Conversation DENVER, Colo. (Oct. 7, 2020) – The Western Jurisdiction of The United Methodist Church is beginning preparations for the next General Conference by recommitting itself to be a faithful, inviting, open, safe and loving place for all people. As The
Rev. David Berkey, Director of Camp, Retreat, and Discipleship Ministries of the California-Pacific Conference, will begin ministry as Executive Director of Michigan Area United Methodist Camping on October 18, 2020. “I am so proud of what we have been able to accomplish together and I
The California-Pacific Conference is organizing responses to another heavy fire season in the Southern California area. Currently, no church structures and camp sites have sustained damage or are under imminent fire threat. However, there are reports of homes damaged by smoke in specific areas. Relief
The latest Charge Conference Forms are now available online at calpacumc.org/chargeconference Annually, a local church gathers information in preparation for the “Charge Conference” that is vital to transformation according to the Conference’s Four Priorities. As they were last year, all forms are online forms (no longer
It’s time to apply for Seed Money grants that help with accessibility projects and inclusive programs! For four years, the DisAbility Ministries Task Force has awarded grants that serve as seed money so that congregations and other UM entities can become more welcoming and accessible
The California-Pacific Conference Archives has a new phone number: 909.458.1998 The Archives is staffed one day a week. So, an email to archives@calpacumc.org may net a quicker response. Thank you for your patience and support as we move into this new phase of caring for the Annual Conference
The New Ministry essential ministry team (EMT) invites all interested clergy, laity and our partners in ministry to submit a Letter of Intent (LOI) that they intend to respond to our Request for Proposals (RFPs). We want to know you intend to apply. Be creative,
The California-Pacific Conference Board of Ordained Ministry recently made the following decisions in light of our current public health situation: 1. Psychological Assessments – During this time, Samaritan Counseling Center may perform Psychological Assessments safely using the HIPPA approved secure connection Telehealth. 2. CPE –