The Leadership & Discipleship Essential Ministry Team exists to support our faith communities (churches and other groups…) through identifying and transforming Christian disciples into fruitful, Spirit-led leaders. (2014 Journal, I-22)
UPCOMING EVENTS
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Dates: California & Hawaii: Wednesdays (12 Noon PST | 10 AM HST) Guam & Saipan: Thursdays (6 AM ChST) except around Thanksgiving & Christmas holidays: California & Hawaii: Nov. 24, Dec.
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Dates:
- California & Hawaii: Wednesdays (12 Noon PST | 10 AM HST)
- Guam & Saipan: Thursdays (6 AM ChST)
except around Thanksgiving & Christmas holidays:
- California & Hawaii: Nov. 24, Dec. 22, Dec. 29
- Guam & Saipan: Nov. 25, Dec. 23, Dec. 30
Location: Zoom
“It’s just a meal…with a dose of encouragement and prayer.”
Hey, working clergy! You have a huge job. Few professions require the breadth of expertise that our work demands. Throw in a strange year when we are all learning new skills and creating new pathways for ministry, it can be overwhelming. In our current season of physical distancing, it might feel lonely.
We invite you to a Table of Grace, where in our shared covenant and the divine One who calls us, we will share a meal/snack/coffee/tea, scripture reading, reflection, and prayers. This table doesn’t require a sign-up or commitment from you: you can join us on when you are available or when you just need to know you aren’t alone. You may participate as little or as much as you desire.
We know that many of us are “Zoom’d out” but we hope that you will give it a try, and that the scripture reading, reflection, and prayer time will provide encouragement, support, and a mid-week lift for your soul.
For the Zoom Meeting ID and password, please contact Cathy Wilson, Cal-Pac Associate Director of BOM and OEC at cwilson@calpacumc.org.
We are in this together. You are not alone.
In Christ,
The Orders Executive Committee
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Dates: California & Hawaii: Thursdays (3 PM PST | 1 PM HST) Guam & Saipan: Fridays (9 AM ChST) Location: Zoom "It is still just a meal, breakfast for Guam and Saipan,
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Dates:
- California & Hawaii: Thursdays (3 PM PST | 1 PM HST)
- Guam & Saipan: Fridays (9 AM ChST)
Location: Zoom
“It is still just a meal, breakfast for Guam and Saipan, lunch for Hawaii and snack time for California… with a dose of encouragement and prayer.”
The Orders Executive Committee is beginning a second Table of Grace on Thursdays (3 PM PST for California, 1 PM HST for Hawaii; Fridays at 9 AM ChST for Guam and Saipan). We are hoping that this second option will avail more clergy to gather and support one another.
For the Zoom Meeting ID and password, please contact Cathy Wilson, Cal-Pac Associate Director of BOM and OEC at cwilson@calpacumc.org.
We are in this together. You are not alone.
In Christ,
The Orders Executive Committee
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28jan(jan 28)8:30 AM29(jan 29)3:00 PMCST Campus Restoration Project - 118:30 AM - 3:00 PM (29) PST
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Dates: January 28 & 29, 2022 (8:30 AM - 3 PM PST) Location: Claremont School of Theology Campus (1325 N College Ave, Claremont, CA 91711)
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Dates: January 28 & 29, 2022 (8:30 AM – 3 PM PST)
Location: Claremont School of Theology Campus (1325 N College Ave, Claremont, CA 91711)
CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP ONLINE NOW (additional dates available)
Cost: free for volunteers of the Disaster Response Task Force. Overnight volunteers are asked to pay $10/night to cover the cost of utilities.
This event is open to any interested in volunteering.
The California-Pacific Conference is seeking volunteers to work on restoring and beautifying the Claremont School of Theology campus in Claremont, California, in preparation for the return of the seminary to the campus. Work includes landscaping and painting. Skilled labor is not required.
Who are invited: Volunteers may sign up as part of a team or as individuals and be at least 16 years old.
Volunteers wishing to stay overnight should:
- Be prepared to stay in a college dormitory room.
- Bring all your own bedding, towels, personal supplies, snacks/drinks/water, etc. to make yourself comfortable.
- Minors must be chaperoned by a parent/guardian or by an adult who has been verified and approved by Safe Gatherings.
Volunteer participants must:
- Wear masks, closed-toe shoes, and long sleeves for the day.
- Masks must remain on when in the company of others in the same space.
- Volunteers are preferred to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19. Self-attestation is requested during the RSVP below. Proof may be required by the team leader for certain assignments in enclosed spaces. Documentation of vaccine status beyond self-attestation will not be stored at this time, although this requirement may change based on changing county & state guidelines.
- Volunteers should bring a sack lunch. Meals will not be provided.
- Volunteers may bring their own tools, but that is not required. All necessary tools and materials will be provided.
- Complete the Medical & Liability Release, and the Media Release, (both part of this RSVP form) with a signature from the volunteer (if an adult) or from a parent/guardian (if a minor).
CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP ONLINE NOW (additional dates available)
For questions, contact Judy Lewis at DFJKLewis@aol.com or 909.731.8248.
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29jan9:00 AM12:00 PMNorth District Leadership Training 20229:00 AM - 12:00 PM PST
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Date: Saturday, January 29, 2022 (9 AM - Noon PST) Location: Zoom CLICK HERE TO RSVP ONLINE NOW Cost: free to all Cal-Pac
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Date: Saturday, January 29, 2022 (9 AM – Noon PST)
Location: Zoom
Cost: free to all Cal-Pac Conference members
RSVP Deadline: January 26, 2022
The North District invites all clergy and local church members to join in a time of worship and discipleship as we explore the vision for our churches and spend time in select workshops to grow and expand our ministries to better serve the kingdom of God.
Breakout training sessions will be offered on topics including:
- Property leases
- Sustainable Building Plans
- Pastor & Parish
- Faith, Family, & Finances
- Positive Parenting
- Clergy/Family Dynamics
- Youth Ministry
- Open Spaces (Young Adults)
- Growing our Spirits & our Churches – even in a Pandemic
Watch for more details and information to come and be sure to put this on your calendar now, because it is going to be a great session!
The Zoom links for the main gathering and workshop breakouts will be sent to you in a reminder email to be delivered on Thursday, January 27, 2022.
- 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.
For questions about this event, contact the North District Office at northdistrict@calpacumc.org or 818.882.8005.
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29jan2:00 PMWest District UMW Culminating LLT & Unit Recognition 20222:00 PM PST
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Date: Saturday, January 29, 2022 (2 PM PST) Location: Zoom CLICK HERE TO RSVP ONLINE NOW Cost:
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Date: Saturday, January 29, 2022 (2 PM PST)
Location: Zoom
Cost: free to all United Methodist Women in the West District
RSVP Deadline: Saturday, January 22, 2022
Local Leadership Officer Training is for the Local Organization Officers, Circle Leaders and those interested in UMW at the local level. All Officers, as well as those interested in finding out more about leadership development can attend the Officer Training.
Zoom Meeting information will be sent to you by email closer to the event date.
- 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.
For questions about this event, contact Tina Pool at trmpool@gmail.com.
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Date: California & Hawaii: Tuesday, February 1, 2022 (9 AM - 10 AM PST | 7 AM - 9 AM HST) Guam & Saipan: Wednesday, February 2,
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Date:
- California & Hawaii: Tuesday, February 1, 2022 (9 AM – 10 AM PST | 7 AM – 9 AM HST)
- Guam & Saipan: Wednesday, February 2, 2022 (3 AM – 4 AM ChST)
Location: Zoom
Cost: free
This event is for all interested in Cal-Pac Camp & Retreat Ministries.
Hello Camping friends and supporters,
Thank you for your participation at our Fall Camping Summit last October. For those of you that were unable to attend you may view a recording of the meeting here.
In preparation for our Spring Camping Summit, we will host “Open Door” gatherings February 1 and March 1, 2022 from 9AM-10AM (PST).
These informal meetings will take place via Zoom and will allow anyone to join at their convenience to ask questions and engage in conversations related to Camp & Retreat Ministries.
There is no rsvp needed. Please see the zoom link below that will grant you access into both meetings.
Video Link: https://zoom.us/j/94690348312?pwd=RFBnSzMvdWVNNUhORjliaVUvWng3QT09
Meeting ID: 946 9034 8312
Password: 005719
One-Tap Mobile: +16699006833,,94690348312#,,,,*005719#
We hope to see you there! We appreciate your ongoing support and commitment to Cal-Pac Camp & Retreat Ministries.
For more information or questions, please contact Marissa Wells (mwells@calpacumc.org; 626.568.7371).
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04feb(feb 4)8:30 AM05(feb 5)3:00 PMCST Campus Restoration Project - 128:30 AM - 3:00 PM (5) PST
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Dates: February 4 & 5, 2022 (8:30 AM - 3 PM PST) Location: Claremont School of Theology Campus (1325 N College Ave, Claremont, CA 91711)
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Dates: February 4 & 5, 2022 (8:30 AM – 3 PM PST)
Location: Claremont School of Theology Campus (1325 N College Ave, Claremont, CA 91711)
CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP ONLINE NOW (additional dates available)
Cost: free for volunteers of the Disaster Response Task Force. Overnight volunteers are asked to pay $10/night to cover the cost of utilities.
This event is open to any interested in volunteering.
The California-Pacific Conference is seeking volunteers to work on restoring and beautifying the Claremont School of Theology campus in Claremont, California, in preparation for the return of the seminary to the campus. Work includes landscaping and painting. Skilled labor is not required.
Who are invited: Volunteers may sign up as part of a team or as individuals and be at least 16 years old.
Volunteers wishing to stay overnight should:
- Be prepared to stay in a college dormitory room.
- Bring all your own bedding, towels, personal supplies, snacks/drinks/water, etc. to make yourself comfortable.
- Minors must be chaperoned by a parent/guardian or by an adult who has been verified and approved by Safe Gatherings.
Volunteer participants must:
- Wear masks, closed-toe shoes, and long sleeves for the day.
- Masks must remain on when in the company of others in the same space.
- Volunteers are preferred to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19. Self-attestation is requested during the RSVP below. Proof may be required by the team leader for certain assignments in enclosed spaces. Documentation of vaccine status beyond self-attestation will not be stored at this time, although this requirement may change based on changing county & state guidelines.
- Volunteers should bring a sack lunch. Meals will not be provided.
- Volunteers may bring their own tools, but that is not required. All necessary tools and materials will be provided.
- Complete the Medical & Liability Release, and the Media Release, (both part of this RSVP form) with a signature from the volunteer (if an adult) or from a parent/guardian (if a minor).
CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP ONLINE NOW (additional dates available)
For questions, contact Judy Lewis at DFJKLewis@aol.com or 909.731.8248.
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Dates: California & Hawaii: 2 Tuesdays & 2 Thursdays February 8 & 10, 2022 (6 PM - 8
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Dates:
- California & Hawaii: 2 Tuesdays & 2 Thursdays
- February 8 & 10, 2022 (6 PM – 8 PM PST | 4 PM – 6 PM HST)
- February 22 & 24, 2022 (6 PM – 8 PM PST | 4 PM – 6 PM HST)
- Guam & Saipan: 2 Wednesdays & 2 Fridays
- February 9 & 11, 2022 (Noon – 2 PM ChST)
- February 23 & 25, 2022 (Noon – 2 PM ChST)
Location: Zoom
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER ONLINE NOW
Cost: $75. The purchase of a book is also required.
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, February 1, 2022
All those seeking certification as a Certified Lay Minister who need Cycle B are invited to participate, as well as all those who are currently Certified Lay Servants. This course qualifies as a Lay Servant Ministries Advanced class and as a prerequisite for Certified Lay Minister status. For more about Certified Lay Ministry, visit the CLM web page at www.calpacumc.org/clm.
A minimum number of participants is required; if the class is canceled because not enough people register, registrants will be notified by email and those who have paid will be refunded. The maximum number of participants is 24.
- Attendance is required at all sessions for credit, as well as a two-hour assignment beyond the classroom, for a total of 10 hours.
- Instructor is the Rev. John Farley, the Assistant to the Bishop for Leadership. He is an active elder in full connection and has previously served as a District Superintendent, Cabinet Dean, and as a senior pastor in the local church.
- Materials: Participants should have a copy of Living Your Strengths: Discover Your God Given Talents and Inspire Your Community by Albert L. Winsemann, Donald O. Clifton, and Curt Liesveld. The book is available in Kindle format or as a hard cover book from Amazon, or in hard cover from Cokesbury.
Zoom information will be included in your confirmation email.
- 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.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER ONLINE NOW
For questions, contact Rev. John Farley at jfarley@calpacumc.org.
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Date: California & Hawaii: Wednesday, February 9, 2022 (9:30 AM - 3 PM PST | 7:30 AM - 1 PM HST) Guam & Saipan: Thursday, February 10, 2022 (3:30 AM
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Date:
- California & Hawaii: Wednesday, February 9, 2022 (9:30 AM – 3 PM PST | 7:30 AM – 1 PM HST)
- Guam & Saipan: Thursday, February 10, 2022 (3:30 AM – 9 AM ChST)
Location: Zoom
Cost: free to participating pastors, new ministry developers, and church planters (sponsored by Cal-Pac New Ministries EMT)
RSVP Deadline: February 4, 2022 or as one of the first 50 participants
This event is prepared for Pastors, New Ministry Developers, Church Planters, and those desiring direction for next-level spiritual health post Covid-19.
Vision is essential to church and organizational health, vitality, and the ability to identify and launch vision is critical in a post-COVID-19 world. Participants will be encouraged to examine various models of vision discovery, discernment and deployment, and apply the strategies to their ministry context to refine their existing vision or completely renovate their vision.
Future Normalizing Next Events: Participants will have the opportunity to choose to attend future gatherings that will give participants real-time information and exposure to evangelism, leadership, and ministry practices to inform their work in the local church or in their organizations.
Zoom Meeting information will be sent to you by email closer to the event date.
- 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.
For questions about this event, contact Rev. Anthony Boger at aboger@calpacumc.org.
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Date: California & Hawaii: Wednesday, February 16, 2022 (4 PM - 6 PM PST | 2 PM - 4 PM HST) Guam & Saipan: Thursday, February 17,
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Date:
- California & Hawaii: Wednesday, February 16, 2022 (4 PM – 6 PM PST | 2 PM – 4 PM HST)
- Guam & Saipan: Thursday, February 17, 2022 (10 AM – Noon ChST)
Location: Zoom
Cost: free for all those completing statistical tables in the Cal-Pac Conference, including pastors, church administrators, and other leaders in the local church
This event is sponsored by the Cal-Pac Conference Treasurer’s Office. Two dates are available for churches to attend.
A frequent question is: “How are apportionments calculated?”
The key is to correctly complete the Tables (statistical data) for your church which is the data used for the apportionment calculation. We will discuss how the statistics are used by the denomination and the conference for ministry and connectional work.
This workshop will guide you on how to enter and submit Tables in the EZRA system. We will review the most common errors and ways to avoid them and how to be accurate in submission so your church does not receive an increase in apportionments due to error(s).
The training will be led by Archana Carey, Conference Treasurer/Executive Director of Finance & Facilities, and Kathy Trcopan, Executive Secretary to the Treasurer.
Zoom Meeting information will be included in your email confirmation and sent to you again before the event.
- 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.
For questions about this event, contact Kathy Trcopan in the Treasurer’s Office at ktrcopan@calpacumc.org.
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Dates: February 19-21, 2022 (11 AM - 11 AM PST) Location: Camp Wrightwood (1401 Linnet Rd, Wrightwood, CA 92397) REGISTRATION WILL OPEN ON DECEMBER 2, 2021. Cost:
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Dates: February 19-21, 2022 (11 AM – 11 AM PST)
Location: Camp Wrightwood (1401 Linnet Rd, Wrightwood, CA 92397)
REGISTRATION WILL OPEN ON DECEMBER 2, 2021.
Cost: $150 with $25 deposit at registration
Registration Deadline: December 10, 2021
This camp is for Junior/Senior High campers for youth grades 7-12.
Camp Wrightwood is hosting two Cal-Pac Conference Winter Camps!
- Elementary Winter Camp for children grades 2-6 will be held Saturday, January 15, at 11 AM through Monday, January 17, at 11 AM.
- Junior/Senior High Winter Camp for youth grades 7-12 will be held Saturday, February, February 19, at 11 AM through Monday, February 21, at 11 AM.
Registration will open for both Winter Camps on December 2, 2021. Deposit of $25 is due at time of registration. Scholarships will be available.
For those who are vaccinated against Covid-19, no rapid test will be required. For all other campers, rapid tests will be done upon arrival.
Camp Wrightwood is located in Wrightwood, CA. Snow is not guaranteed, but it sure would be great!
More information regarding registration will be sent soon. Look for more information in the weeks to come!
REGISTRATION WILL OPEN ON DECEMBER 2, 2021.
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Date: California & Hawaii: Tuesday, February 22, 2022 (5:30 PM - 7:30 PM PST | 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM HST) Guam & Saipan: Wednesday, February 23,
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Date:
- California & Hawaii: Tuesday, February 22, 2022 (5:30 PM – 7:30 PM PST | 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM HST)
- Guam & Saipan: Wednesday, February 23, 2022 (11:30 AM – 1:30 PM ChST)
Location: Zoom
Cost: free for all those completing statistical tables in the Cal-Pac Conference, including pastors, church administrators, and other leaders in the local church
This event is sponsored by the Cal-Pac Conference Treasurer’s Office. Two dates are available for churches to attend.
A frequent question is: “How are apportionments calculated?”
The key is to correctly complete the Tables (statistical data) for your church which is the data used for the apportionment calculation. We will discuss how the statistics are used by the denomination and the conference for ministry and connectional work.
This workshop will guide you on how to enter and submit Tables in the EZRA system. We will review the most common errors and ways to avoid them and how to be accurate in submission so your church does not receive an increase in apportionments due to error(s).
The training will be led by Archana Carey, Conference Treasurer/Executive Director of Finance & Facilities, and Kathy Trcopan, Executive Secretary to the Treasurer.
Zoom Meeting information will be included in your email confirmation and sent to you again before the event.
- 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.
For questions about this event, contact Kathy Trcopan in the Treasurer’s Office at ktrcopan@calpacumc.org.
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Date: California & Hawaii: Tuesday, March 1, 2022 (9 AM - 10 AM PST | 7 AM - 9 AM HST) Guam & Saipan: Wednesday, March 2,
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Date:
- California & Hawaii: Tuesday, March 1, 2022 (9 AM – 10 AM PST | 7 AM – 9 AM HST)
- Guam & Saipan: Wednesday, March 2, 2022 (3 AM – 4 AM ChST)
Location: Zoom
Cost: free
This event is for all interested in Cal-Pac Camp & Retreat Ministries.
Hello Camping friends and supporters,
Thank you for your participation at our Fall Camping Summit last October. For those of you that were unable to attend you may view a recording of the meeting here.
In preparation for our Spring Camping Summit, we will host “Open Door” gatherings February 1 and March 1, 2022 from 9AM-10AM (PST).
These informal meetings will take place via Zoom and will allow anyone to join at their convenience to ask questions and engage in conversations related to Camp & Retreat Ministries.
There is no rsvp needed. Please see the zoom link below that will grant you access into both meetings.
Video Link: https://zoom.us/j/94690348312?pwd=RFBnSzMvdWVNNUhORjliaVUvWng3QT09
Meeting ID: 946 9034 8312
Password: 005719
One-Tap Mobile: +16699006833,,94690348312#,,,,*005719#
We hope to see you there! We appreciate your ongoing support and commitment to Cal-Pac Camp & Retreat Ministries.
For more information or questions, please contact Marissa Wells (mwells@calpacumc.org; 626.568.7371).
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RESOURCES
01. CURRENT RESOURCES
- Lead Your Church: Cal-Pac Local Church & Clergy Resource Page
- Lay Leadership Academy
- UM Discipleship Ministries: Worship Planning
- UM Discipleship Ministries: Equipping Leaders
- Guide within Ministry with LGBTQ+ Youth
Grants/Scholarships:
- UMHEF Scholarships (Deadline: Mar. 1, 2022)
- Hispanic/Latino Ministries: 2021 SAI/UMC Scholarship Program (Deadline: Apr. 10, 2021)
- Seminary: contact Cathy Wilson (cwilson@calpacumc.org) with the Conference Board of Ordained Ministry
02. RELATED MINISTRIES
Sub-Groups:
- Board of Camping, Outdoor and Retreat Ministries
- Campus Ministry
- Children’s & Family Ministries
- Young People
- Lay Servant Ministries
Related:
- Native American Ministries, Committee (CONAM)
- Hispanic/Latino Ministries
- Pacific Islanders Committee
- Strengthening the Black Church
- UM Asian American Language Ministry
- UM Korean Ministry Plan
- Justice & Compassion EMT:
- New Ministries EMT
- Board of Ordained Ministry
- UM General Board of Higher Education & Ministry (GBHEM)
- UMC Discipleship
03. CONTACT
Rev. Allison Mark
Co-Chair, Leadership & Discipleship EMT
Rev. Melinda Teter Dodge
Co-Chair, Leadership & Discipleship EMT
Rev. John Farley
Assistant to the Bishop for Leadership
Marissa Wells
Administrative Assistant
626.568.7371 | mwells@