Welcome Bruce Bruns back to the PacNWC!

By Jill Riley, Communications Assistant, PacNWC

Bruce Bruns, Pastor of Milwaukie Covenant Church, in Milwaukie, OR shares his ministry journey with us. He also shares what things help to define who he is and what he is passionate about. Let’s welcome Bruce to the conference! https://www.facebook.com/bruce.bruns

Introducing Rollie Persson, National Covenant Properties

By Jill Riley, Communications Assistant, PacNWC

Rollie spends some time with Jill Riley explaining how National Covenant Properties can be of benefit and great help to churches in our conference. Contact Rollie for more information. He would love to talk with you. You can also email him. For more information on National Covenant Properties.

Asher Ernst and City Covenant Church

By Jill Riley, Communications Assistant, PacNWC

Erik Cave interviews Asher Ernst, of City Covenant Church in Spokane, Washington. They discuss the church’s recent name change and the excitement of acquiring their building, giving them a permanent home. Ernst also talks about looking forward to hosting the Annual Celebration April 27-29.

Annaweinita Miller, Mending Wings and SLAM Trips in the Yakima Nation

By Jill Riley, Communications Assistant, PacNWC

This week Erik Cave interviewed Annaweinita Miller in the Yakima Nation. Annaweinita is the Director of Students Learning About Missions (SLAM) Trips and part of Mending Wings Ministries. Miller shares with us about her work and the opportunities for churches, NextGen ministries and families to get involved. https://mendingwings.net

Clergy Retreat Report

By Vicki Lund  on behalf of the Pac NWC Ministerial Executive Committee

The fall weather was beautiful at Cascades Camp at the October “Clergy, Staff and Family Retreat.” For those who came to enjoy outdoor activities, this made canoeing on the lake, going horseback riding, or trying out the zip line that much more enjoyable. Some even relaxed with a massage.

Our speaker, Pastor Doug Bixby, from Massachusetts, shared practical tips concerning conflict, and how the church can discuss ways to building healthy relationships in our congregations. He shared from 24 years of pastor experience as we looked at personal relationships with parishioners and our family. Ministry is a stressful career for both those serving and their family. A special session was added this year for clergy spouses.

The PAC NW Conference continues to seek to have this getaway retreat, so those who attend can rest, be renewed and enjoy time with ministerial colleagues.

One of our goals for next year is to have more clergy in our conference involved in our sessions together. We welcome your ideas and help as we seek to serve you better.