By Greg Yee, Superintendent, PacNWC
Thanks to all who attended our 133rd annual meeting in Spokane and online. What a special time it was to be together. What a gift it was to see and interact with the conference family there and with each other. It just felt like God was smiling upon us with the incredible weather and sweet spirit we shared while we celebrated God’s work.
Thank you Gathering House, City Cov, Immanuel, and The Garden for hosting us so warmly. Your testimonies of God’s faithfulness blesses us. Your joy in the work of the gospel is inspiring. Your faith in following Jesus spurs us on.
If you were not able to attend, I encourage you to watch the recording of the meeting and access the many resources shared:
- 2023 Annual Meeting Highlights
- 2023 Annual Report
- Annual Meeting Video Recording
- Virtual Ministry Fair
- Other Annual Meeting Media
As I was departing Spokane with a full heart, one thing clarified for me. It’s spring! The effects of a long winter are still present in places, but there has been an explosion of energy and new life.
Around our churches, different challenges and significant questions continue to exist. Certainly in our seemingly increasingly complex times, the work of disciple-making continues to evolve. But the sweet aroma of hope pervades the air. I was so excited by the many reports from large Easter celebrations including many baptisms and creative community activities and connections. This added to what we experienced in the incredible story of God’s work in Spokane and having space to share so many stories from around the conference was rich. All of this has been like pollen seeding life among us. Encouragement is growing.
As we step into this new year, let’s pray for the seeds of our ministries to fall on good soil. In the mean time, let’s not miss any opportunity to do any necessary weeding. Let’s not be paralyzed by any needed hard work. Let’s not let inattention or neglect poison the well water. Let’s continue to pray and make difficult decisions. Let’s let some things conclude. Let’s plant something new.
Mission Friends, continue to think of your church as an orchard or farm built for fruitfulness, not a boutique garden. Pour your premium time and most valuable assets into people. Go and make disciples!
Many blessings conference family. The staff and I join Jesus in praying for you. We look forward to what God will lead us into this new year.