Shoreline UU Church (Seattle, WA) has called Kate Landis to settlement, by vote of the congregation on April 22. Kate received her D.Min from Andover Newton Theological School and was recently welcomed into Preliminary Fellowship by the UUA Ministerial Fellowship Committee. For the past two years, she has served as
Anchorage UUs Call Minister, Celebrate Two Others
The Anchorage UU Fellowship called the Rev. Gary Holthaus to settled ministry by vote of the congregation on April 22. Rev. Holthaus is an author and poet, nonprofit administrator and educator. He has been a proponent of sustainable agriculture, arts and the humanities, and served for nearly 20 years as
School of Theology & Ministry Waives Application Fee
Are you considering submitting an application to Seattle University’s School of Theology and Ministry (STM)? From now until Friday, June 15th, the School of Theology and Ministry will pay your $55 fee when you apply. Click here to Apply now. Or, contact Colette Casavant to speak with an advisor or to reserve a campus tour
CLF Sunday Services Come to You
Are you unable to get to church on Sunday morning? The UUA’s Church of the Larger Fellowship (CLF) offers weekly online worship. Church can come to you! Join CLF and UUs from around the world on: Sundays at 7:00 pm (Eastern Time); 5 pm Mountain, 4 pm Pacific, 3 pm
Workshop Changes for District Assembly
We have had a workshop change for District Assembly. If you registered for the just-cancelled workshop, 2A “Feeding the Flame: Right Resources Right Now for Religious Education”, you might be interested in attending 2C “Carry the Flame: UU Faith for Life.” Workshop 1A “Nurturing the Fire of Commitment: Small Group
21st Century Faith Formation Coming to the Northwest
Congregation leaders are encouraged to attend one of the summer trainings on “Faith Formation 2020” in Portland, OR, or Federal Way, WA. These 3-day interactive seminars, presented by Vibrant Faith Ministries, come highly recommended by UUA District Staff throughout the Association. Although presented from a distinctly Christian perspective, UU leaders
Anchorage Marriott Extends Discount Rates for District Assembly
The Marriott Downtown Anchorage has extended the discounted rates for District Assembly attendees (all DA events will be held at the hotel). Reserve now! Guests can make lodging reservations by phone or online. Contact the Marriott at 800-228-9290. When calling, refer to your Mini Hotel Code “PNWPNWA” and the name of the
Evolution of the District Resource Library
In December 1978, the PNWD Religious Education Committee announced the establishment of a district-wide lending library. They ordered Beacon curriculum kits and solicited PNWD congregations for donations of books and materials. The new Dorothy Spoerl Resource Library was coordinated by Jo Hamill, a volunteer in the Boise UU Fellowship. Through
Woodinville UU Church Welcomes Tent City 4
On April 21st, Tent City 4 (TC4) will move to Woodinville Unitarian Universalist Church, WA for 90 days. WUUC minister, the Rev. Lois Van Leer said, “Hospitality and compassion are at the core of our religious tradition. It is a privilege for us to once again host Tent City 4
50 Years of Innovation: PNWD District Assembly
PNWD has updated its front page with a message from District Executive Janine Larsen about the 2012 District Assembly, May 18-20, in Anchorage, Alaska. The Assembly will mark the District’s 50th Anniversary, and will include learning, fellowship, PNWD’s annual business meeting, worship and many more activities. The Rev. Dr. Tom