As minister of Magic Valley UU Fellowship in Twin Falls, ID, the Rev. Elizabeth Greene is quoted extensively in a recent article published in the on-line version of the local newspaper, The Times-News. Titled “Gay Marriage: Taking the Pastors’ Pulse,” the article reviews the stance of various churches on marriage equality, and
New Ministers in PNWD Congregations
Bellingham Unitarian Fellowship (WA) has called the Rev. Paul Beckel to settled ministry; Rev. Beckel began serving the congregation in August, 2014. He and his spouse, having just become empty nesters, are looking forward to the endless hiking/biking opportunities in the Pacific Northwest. Rev. Beckel previously served 13 years as minister of the
Vashon, Twin Falls Welcome PNWD Outreach Ministers
Two congregations in the Pacific Northwest District are welcoming new ministers this fall that were arranged through the PNWD Outreach Ministry Program. Vashon Island Unitarian Fellowship (WA) is delighted that the Rev. Heather Christensen (left, with dog Brady) and her family have moved from Girdwood, AK, to Vashon Island, where Rev. Heather
James Griner, PWR Interim Youth Ministry Specialist
James Griner has joined the UUA Congregational Life Staff in the Pacific Western Region (PWR) as Interim Youth Ministry Specialist. James fills the position vacated by Jennica Davis-Hockett in mid-August, when she was recruited by the UUA office of Youth and Young Adult Ministry. As Interim Youth Ministry Specialist for
Regional Collaboration in the West
The Pacific Northwest District Board (left) has sent an update on “Regional Collaboration in the West” to leaders of PNWD congregations and religious professionals who are members of the local chapters of the UU Ministers Association (UUMA) and the Liberal Religious Educators Association (LREDA). The Board’s message is currently featured on the front
Fall Chalice Lighter Call for Westside UU Congregation
The new church year launches with an opportunity to help a growing, dynamic congregation install an elevator to make their three-story building fully accessible. Since 2009, Seattle’s Westside UU Congregation has grown from 150 members and 80 children, to 233 members and 125 children. Adding an elevator to their three-story building
Team Members Sought for Addictions Ministry Project
The PNWD Addictions Ministry Project provides education and resources to Unitarian Universalist congregations to help them support individuals and families affected by addiction and other mental illness. If you have a passion for recovery, some background knowledge or experience in the field, and want to be part of a team