Report submitted by Judy Lewis and the Cal-Pac Disaster Task Force In January 2024, an historic rainstorm doused San Diego with nearly three inches of rain in a very short time. Areas of the city flooded and hundreds of houses were inundated with feet of water.
Submitted by Rev. Kristie Grimaud, Ramona UMC Ramona, Calif. — Ramona United Methodist Church and Spirit of Joy Lutheran Church joined together to address food insecurity in their community. The Blessing Box is located outdoors and is open 24 hours a day, seven days a
by Dr. Alyssa Fisher, Director of Communications photos provided by church submissions, social media, or livestream. In October, churches across the California-Pacific Annual Conference celebrated Laity Sunday. The theme for this year was Together by Grace: Be Strong in the Spirit, coming from Ephesians 3:16.
Pasadena, CA- Five Latino pastors from the California-Pacific Conference were honored as 2025 National Parents of the Year during a ceremony at Pasadena City Hall on July 26. The recognition, presented as part of National Parents Day, celebrates parents whose love, leadership, and commitment strengthen
The 2025 Annual Conference season kicks off this Saturday with our five District Conference sessions. Registration for district conferences is combined with our regular annual conference registration and can be accessed at this link. Meeting links and voting information will be emailed to registered attendees
Report submitted by Michael Mitchell, South District Lay Leader On Saturday, April 26, 2025, laity from across the South District gathered at Hope United Methodist Church in San Diego for a Spirit-led “Lunch and Learn” focused on Certified Lay Ministry (CLM) and Lay Servant Ministry (LSM). Rooted in fellowship, worship, and
by Meghan Claussen, Director of Communications at First UMC of San Diego Bible Study Reimagined: “Perspectives Pastors Podcast” Delivering a safe & approachable alternative for today’s spiritual seekers. In a time when faith is being redefined by questions, not answers, one church is offering a podcast
by Rev. Dr. Brian Parcel, Lead Pastor at First UMC Chula Vista FUMC Chula Vista (FUMCCV) recently headed up a group of United Methodists from across the San Diego region on a mission trip to Ensenada, Mexico for home construction. The team of 65 people
Photo: A group of volunteers packs food bags for border ministries. by Dr. Alyssa Fisher, Cal-Pac Director of Communications Monday morning at Aldersgate UMC was bustling with community pride and a sense of purpose as a group gathered in the fellowship hall for breakfast before
Parenting in today’s world comes with challenges like never before, and a new speaker series, Families in Mind, is here to help. Hosted by Aldersgate UMC in Tustin, this series is designed to tackle tough topics head-on, offering parents, grandparents, and guardians trusted information, practical