Living Out the Ministries of Christ

Greater Pacific Northwest Mission Center

We Proclaim Jesus Christ and Promote Communities of Joy, Hope, Love, and Peace.

We are an international Christian church with 250,000 members found in more than fifty nations. 

Our World Headquarters, including a Temple dedicated to the pursuit of peace, is located in Independence, Missouri.

 

 Congregational Leaders Workshop March 8 & May 10
COMMUNITY OF CHRIST WORKSHOP
for Members and Congregational Leaders
Sponsored by the Greater Pacific Northwest Mission Center
IDENTITY, MESSAGE AND MISSION
Sat., March 8, 2008: (Pre-register by Mar. 1)
University Place Cong. (Near Tacoma) 6912 40th Street W, University Place, WA 98466
Sat., May 10, 2008:(Pre-register by May 3)
Albany Congregation 2526 20th Ave SE, Albany, OR 97321

Registration: 8:30 a.m. Workshop: 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
  • Explore together issues of church identity, message and mission
  • Learn what makes a congregation healthy, balanced and self-renewing
  • Understand your congregation's part in engaging in the mission of Jesus Christ.
  • Develop serving and witnessing skills to help you and your congregation fulfill your calling in the Kingdom of God
  • Worship and fellowship with your friends and church colleagues
Open to all members, high school and above.
Space is limited. Register early!
Cost: $10.00 for lunch and handouts (Pay at the door.)

Contact Elva Eliason, eeliason@cofchrist-gpnw.org, or (360) 574-2433 with the workshop date you will attend, any special dietary requirements, and your child care needs.

  Youth Leadership Training Retreat, February 29-March 2, 2008
Pablo PicassoYouth Leadership Training Retreat, February 29-March 2, 2008. It's a retreat for directors and their staff. A retreat for those interested in participating as leaders/assistants for youth programs in the camping programs and/or in the congregations.
February 29, 2008   News Brief
The February 28th, 2008 News Brief has been posted in the News Brief section of the website.

February 24, 2008   Oregon Caravan Fundraiser Dinner & Auction
March 8 is the Oregon Caravan Dinner Auction & Fundraiser. Doug Dobkins will be cooking at the Eugene Congregation. Please purchase a ticket from a caravanner so we can plan on how much food to cook. Tickets $10 for Adults, $5 for youth 12 and under. Dinner is at 6 p.m. with the auction to follow. Some of the Items up for Auction: Max Newberry's Pottery, Busy Bee's Basket, Karen and Barbara Cinnamon rolls, Wall Hanging by Peggy Grohs, Crochet items, Water color by Linda Osborn, Walking staffs by: Pudge, Ron Benedict, and Matt Schubert, and much much more.
Download a flyer for your congregations bulletin board.

February 23, 2008   Congregational LIFE Workshop (CLW)
Visit www.CofChrist.org/clw/ or see the brochure with registration form for complete details on the new Congregational LIFE Workshop (CLW), “Reviving and Equipping Faithful Communities,” to be held at Graceland University, Lamoni, Iowa, July 27 - August 1.
The First Presidency encourages each congregation to send at least two people to CLW. The more participants from the same congregation or mission center will enable the educational and practical experiences of the week to be shared more broadly.
Several members of the World Church Leadership Council will bring ministry through classes, fellowship, and worship. The Ministerial Education and Discipleship Studies (MEADS) certificate program is also open to all CLW participants.
Please share this invitation and information with leaders and members, and look forward to a wonderful week.

February 21, 2008   In The Forefront - February 2008 Edition
Rod Downing from Vancouver, B.C. has sent out his "In the Forefront" Peace and Justice - Human Rights newsletter. The GPNW has posted it on the Peace and Justice webpage.

February 20, 2008  Other Upcoming Events
Young Adult Spring Retreat March 28, 2008
All Young Adults are invited to this weekend of fellowship, worship, fun, and learning!!! Theme: "Faith, Discernment, and Action"
Theme Presenter: Susan Gregory

The Aaronic Priesthood Retreat, April 18-20, is open to anyone who is interested in the Aaronic Order. This includes all Aaronic priesthood and spouses, other priesthood offices, pastors, congregational leaders, and any members interested in Aaronic ministries.

fine arts retreatThe Samish Island Fine Arts Retreat will be happening April 25-27, 2008.

February 16, 2008  Letter from Kathy Sharp
A Letter from Kathy Sharp to Pastors has been posted in the News Brief section of the website and on the Mission Center Announcement page

February 9, 2008   www.orphansafrica.org
www.orphansafrica.orgOrphans Africa is a non-profit organization in the United States dedicated to assisting orphans and widows in Africa. We coordinate volunteer services, donations and supplies to our Field Partner, the Marilynn Orphans Projects Foundation (MOP) in Tanzania East Africa. The Founder and Executive Director of MOP is Raphael Mwaji of Pugu, Tanzania. We offer volunteer opportunities to those who want to assist the orphans and widows. Volunteer your time and skills to teach, advise, administer, raise funds, build buildings, farm or perform many other valuable activities.

February 8, 2008   Employment Opportunities
The GPNW website will now feature an employment page with listings for Mission Center positions, and links to World Church website for world wide job openings and volunteer opportunities. Go to the NEWS/EMPLOYMENT at the menu on the left.

Archived Announcements  
FYI You can look up Archived Announcements by month from the list below.

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