9 am December 31 – 9 am January 1 (PST)

Mele Maka and the Laity Council members are inviting ALL … Clergy, Local Lay Leaders, Church officers to join us for a time of prayer and praise! All are invited to the table to share your concerns, hopes, and dreams as we pray into the New Year. This will be a virtual event and the ZOOM link will be provided and functioning for the 24 Hours of Prayer. Come and experience the Power of Prayer!

Zoom link: Click here to Join Zoom Meeting

Young Adult Winter Camp at Wrightwood is a transformative space that connects young adults and provides them with space to deepen their relationship with God and with each other. Our goal is to equip participants with spiritual tools to navigate life’s challenges, inspire spiritual growth, and foster lasting connections with others who share a common faith.

Dates: January 3-5, 2025

Ages 18-25
Cost: $150

Register by: January 1, 2025
Registration Link available here.

Guided 2024 Statistics Seminar (ALL 105): All are invited to attend this presentation by Jennifer Gaylord, Conference Statistician for the California-Pacific Conference. This seminar is particularly relevant to those individuals in the church leadership who are gathering and reporting information to the denomination for the 2024 statistics. This may include the membership secretary, the church administrator, the church treasurer, the church financial secretary, worship ministry leaders, and/or the pastor(s). Participants will be walked through creating an ACStats account with the GCFA software, planning for and entering data, and submitting reports. Register Now >>

Offered at the following times:

• • Tuesday, January 7, 6:30 pm PST
  • Tuesday, January 14, 2:30 pm PST
  • Tuesday, January 21, 2:30 pm PST

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED.

YOUNGER GENERATIONS’ MINISTRIES TASK FORCE RETREAT
SATURDAY, JANUARY 11, 2025, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
A One-Day Retreat to Holy Conference on ministry with younger generations in our annual conference

First UMC of Riverside, 4845 Brockton Ave, Riverside CA 

For more information about this event, contact Rev. Melinda Dodge at melinda@beingthechurchlb.org.

#JesusTrending: Lenten Series Toolkit Overview (ALL 104): Join Jason Moore for a walkthrough of our newest toolkit for Lent 2025! Created during our fall worship design workshop, Jason gathered ideas from participants and created a custom set of resources for our churches to use this coming Lenten season. Come see what’s included and learn more about our theme, #JesusTrending. This session is designed for all who participate in planning and leading worship in the local church. Offered on Monday, January 13, 12 pm PST. Register Now >>

MINISTRY WITH THOSE IN THE 2ND HALF OF LIFE
A book study and retreat around Falling Upward: A Spirituality for the Two Halves of Life by Richard Rohr (Amazon | Cokesbury) 

Zoom Online Meetings:
Tuesdays, January 14, 21, 28, February 4, 11, 18, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM California (PST)
Tuesday, January 14, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM Hawaii (HST)
or Wednesday, January 15, 2025, 6:00 AM – 7:30 AM Guam (ChST)

Retreat:
Tuesday, February 25, 2025 in Pasadena, California
More information about timing and options for accommodations will be provided to those who register.

Cost & Deadlines: FREE but you must provide your own book (see below). The deadline to register is Tuesday, January 7, 2025. REGISTER HERE 

About the Class:

• Clergy Members and Lay Persons Assigned are invited to participate.
• Provide your own book: Falling Upward: A Spirituality for the Two Halves of Life by Richard Rohr (Amazon | Cokesbury). You may also (optional) be interested in Falling Upward: A Companion Journal (Amazon | Cokesbury).
• Bring your lunch or breakfast to enjoy as we learn together.
• This course is sponsored by Connectional Ministries via a new strategy group called the “Second Half of Life Ministry Group”, and will be facilitated by Rev. Dr. Denyse Barnes, Director of Justice & Compassion Ministries.
• Classes are open to participants from all districts, noting that completing the class requires travel to Pasadena for a one-day retreat.
• Technical requirements for Zoom participants: To participate in Zoom meetings, participants must have a reliable Internet connection, and a  laptop, tablet, or smartphone device that can download and install the  Zoom app. A web or phone camera and a microphone are highly recommended,  although some users may call in via phone if a mic is not available. 
• Zoom information is included in your confirmation email and submission message.

For more information about this course, contact Rev. Dr. Denyse Barnes at dbarnes@calpacumc.org.

Guided 2024 Statistics Seminar (ALL 105): All are invited to attend this presentation by Jennifer Gaylord, Conference Statistician for the California-Pacific Conference. This seminar is particularly relevant to those individuals in the church leadership who are gathering and reporting information to the denomination for the 2024 statistics. This may include the membership secretary, the church administrator, the church treasurer, the church financial secretary, worship ministry leaders, and/or the pastor(s). Participants will be walked through creating an ACStats account with the GCFA software, planning for and entering data, and submitting reports. Register Now >>

Offered at the following times:

• • Tuesday, January 7, 6:30 pm PST
  • Tuesday, January 14, 2:30 pm PST
  • Tuesday, January 21, 2:30 pm PST

Gather your friends and family, as shared experiences often become the most cherished memories. Embrace the fresh air, the open spaces, and the endless opportunities to explore and connect with nature.

Let the journey begin!

Dates: January 18-20, 2025
Children 3 & under are free!
4-12 years old: $80
13+: $160
$500 max per household
Camperships are available upon request!
Contact awentzel@calpacumc.org for more info

Guided 2024 Statistics Seminar (ALL 105): All are invited to attend this presentation by Jennifer Gaylord, Conference Statistician for the California-Pacific Conference. This seminar is particularly relevant to those individuals in the church leadership who are gathering and reporting information to the denomination for the 2024 statistics. This may include the membership secretary, the church administrator, the church treasurer, the church financial secretary, worship ministry leaders, and/or the pastor(s). Participants will be walked through creating an ACStats account with the GCFA software, planning for and entering data, and submitting reports. Register Now >>

Offered at the following times:

• • Tuesday, January 7, 6:30 pm PST
  • Tuesday, January 14, 2:30 pm PST
  • Tuesday, January 21, 2:30 pm PST

Required for certification as a lay servant. 

Prerequisites: None

REGISTER AT THIS LINK

Date: January 24, 2025 and March 6, 2025; 12noon -1pm pacific (10am-11am HST)

Location: online (Zoom)

Cost: free

RSVP due: none

This conversation is for pastoral candidates with questions about Ordained Ministry, Licensing as a Local Pastor, or Candidacy Certification. This event is not for any lay ministry certification.

The Board of Ordained Ministry is hosting a Zoom meeting where Candidates for Candidacy Certification and/or Ordination can come, bring their lunch, and ask questions about the process. This will be a casual conversation with the Candidacy Chairperson, Rev. Suzana Kim, and the Associate Director of Lay and Clergy Credentialing and Advancement, Cathy Wilson. There is no formal presentation; we want to make ourselves available to those who may want to learn from the conversation and ask questions.

The same Zoom information will work for each session of the Lunch & Learns. There is no registration needed for this event.

This conversation is for those who may have questions about Ordained Ministry, Licensing as a Local Pastor or Candidacy Certification. This is not for any lay ministry certification.

We plan to meet for an hour and will stay after if there is the need. Candidates are welcome to join for as much as they need during this time.

Technical requirements: To participate in Zoom meetings, participants must have a reliable Internet connection, and a laptop, tablet, or smartphone device that can download and install the Zoom app. A web or phone camera and a microphone are highly recommended, although some users may call in via phone if a mic is not available.

Topic: Lunch & Learn for Candidacy Certification, Local Pastor License & Ordination

Join Zoom Meeting:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82504739426?pwd=WHpXK2xDYUNwWVEzNldoOEp0RFd3Zz09

Meeting ID: 825 0473 9426
Passcode: 899703

Find your local number: https://us06web.zoom.us/u/kwTHbRr3f

For questions about this event, contact Cathy Wilson at cwilson@calpacumc.org.

EAST DISTRICT UWFaith LOCAL LEADERSHIP TRAINING 2025
Saturday, January 25, 2025, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Upland First United Methodist Church 262 N Euclid Ave. Upland CA 91786.

Cost and Deadlines:  $20 by check. Register and make your payment by Monday, January 13, 2025.

Register online at this link: https://calpacumc.formstack.com/forms/edlocalleadershiptraining2025

About the Training “Lead and Learn: Creating Leaders for Greatness”

• ALL those interested in learning about the leadership roles of United Women in Faith are invited, encouraged, and welcome to participate.
• Registration and Continental Breakfast from 9:00 AM – 9:30 AM.
• For a flyer to share with your sisters, click here.
• For questions, contact Myra Richardson at myrahalsey@aol.com or (951) 218-7933.
• For payments, send a $20 check payable to the East District UWF to Myra Richardson, 2532 N Quince Ave, Rialto CA 92377. Payments should be received by Monday, January 13.
• Leadership Trainings will be
  • President / Vice-President / Filipino Language Coordinators
  • Secretary / Mission Education & Interpretation
  • Communications / Spiritual Growth
  • Program Resources / Social Action
  • Treasurer