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CLERGY EXCUSAL REQUEST All active and retired Clergy Members can be voting participants (speaking & voting) via an online Zoom webinar. Participation requires registering for the Session, even for online attendance. There will be constitutional amendment voting in 2025. All elders and deacons in full connection, including retired full members, are eligible to vote digitally […]
The California-Pacific Annual Conference announces the departure of Rev. Dr. Denyse Barnes, effective March 2, 2025. Rev. Dr. Barnes, an Elder in Full Connection, has served in Cal-Pac since 2018 and has been the Director of Justice and Compassion Ministries since 2021. Rev. Dr. Barnes provided dedicated leadership in advancing the conference’s justice and compassion […]
THE EPISCOPAL OFFICE AND THE BOARD OF PENSION AND HEALTH BENEFITS It is with sadness that we inform you of the death of Reverend Dr. Lydia Waters, a retired member of the California-Pacific Conference, on February 20, 2025. Rev. Dr. Waters is survived by her children, Dionne, Kevan, and Kenneth Jr. A funeral service will be held: Friday, March […]
Hawaii District Young Adults Retreat ReportSubmitted by Joseph Yun (Wesley Foundation and Hawaii District YA Coordinator) The Hawaii District Young Adults Retreat took place from February 7-9, 2025, at Camp Mokule’ia, bringing together young adults from diverse backgrounds: Tongan, Korean, White, and Mixed Ethnicity. The retreat was aimed to offer spiritual rest and renewal. It […]
February 21, 2025 Dear California-Pacific Annual Conference, It is with deep sorrow that I share the news of the passing of Rev. Dr. Lydia Waters on February 20, 2025. Rev. Dr. Waters was born and educated in Texas. Her undergraduate studies were done at Texas Tech University, Lubbock, Texas. Prior to her full-time pastorate, she […]
Church musicians, sacred dancers, preachers, and choir directors are invited March 17-19 to a first-of-its-kind national seminar on the West Coast, to experience training and coaching on how to Christian congregational praise and worship to spiritually exuberant, higher levels. The March 17-19 event, held at Holman United Methodist Church in Los Angeles, Church, 3320 West […]
You can also view this letter in English as a PDF on our website at this link. It is also available in the following languages: Tongan, Spanish, Korean February 18, 2025 Dear Pastor, Treasurers, Finance Chairperson, and Board of Trustees Chairperson, Please read this promptly! Your response is needed immediately! At this link, you will find an important […]
A current draft of the AC2025 schedule overview can be viewed here: 2025 AC Schedule Overview The draft schedule overview for AC2025 is now available. This overview provides timing and host information for special meals, plenary sessions, worship services, and more. It’s designed to give you a glimpse into the enriching experiences that await you at AC2025, including new […]
Early Response Team Volunteer Training Opportunity! Do you want to be trained as an Early Response Team member so you can assist with the Los Angeles Fire Recovery Effort? Is your church willing to host a training event? Classes are generally on a Saturday and last for 8 hours. Breakfast, lunch and printed materials are […]
Join the Know Your Rights training by the Immigration Law Network and learn how to protect yourself and your community. This essential session will equip you with the information and resources needed to navigate quickly changing immigration policies and procedures and provide legal information for your church. Don’t miss this opportunity to stay informed and […]
