As Community of Christ summer camps wind down for the year, let’s all take a moment to reminisce about sharing laughs with family and friends, singing songs at the campfire, delicious meals in the dining hall, and enjoying the nature of our beautiful campground. If you stayed in a rustic cabin, you may also remember…
Sean Langdon Elected to Serve as Chair of Board of Directors of Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon
Submitted by GPNW USA MC President Kim Naten It is with great pleasure that I share with you the news that Sean Langdon, Invitation Support Minister, Camping Ministries Director, and part of our Mission Center Leadership Team, was recently invited to serve as Chair-elect for the Board of Directors for Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon (EMO). After…
“We Shall Overcome” | Racial Justice Week 2022
In January 2021, the Greater Pacific Northwest USA Mission Center sponsored its first Racial Justice Week. It was a week of storytelling, education, awareness, worship, and dialogue. Since then, we have continued the conversation with the “Healing Justice” series, a look at how the criminal justice system negatively impacts and targets communities of color and…
Giving Tuesday is Just Around the Corner
As originally posted on Community of Christ Webpage. Join us on 30 November! Giving Tuesday is a global event that raises millions each year for a variety of organizations. Community of Christ has participated for several years, and we have watched with gratitude as contributions have grown. A generous matching contribution of $250,000 has been…
Opening Prayer | 2021 Collins Summit
Sean Langdon offered the following prayer to open the annual 2021 Collins Summit, sponsored by Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon, on Wednesday, November 10, 2021. This year’s Collins Summit focused on “Christian Nationalism: Exploring the Dangerous Union of Church & State.” Oh, Holy One, Sacred Guide, Loving Parent, Whether it be physically present in this space…
GPNW USA MC Conference 2021
As a spiritual venture, boldly follow the initiatives into the heart of God’s vision for the church and creation. Then, in response to growing insight about God’s nature and will, continue to shape communities that live Christ’s love and mission.– Doctrine & Covenants 165:1b – As we have journeyed through this pandemic, we have experienced…
Intergenerational Retreats 2021
Registration now open for GPNW Mission Center Intergenerational Retreats! Numbers of COVID-19 cases have been on the decline, and our hope is that we can offer a healthy, safe opportunity to gather and fellowship again. Each of our campgrounds will be hosting a 3-night retreat, with relaxed schedule and lots of time to spend together….
Samish Invitation for Volunteer Work
We know many of you have missed the privilege of going to the Samish Island Campground during this time of closures and restricted travel. While it’s true that the camp is essentially closed, the on-going tasks of maintenance and care still need to be done. If you are able, and would like to go to the…
The Candy Tree
By Travis Rees, Salem Congregation Family traditions usually have interesting roots, and Christmas traditions can often have much deeper roots. My family has a tradition that was born out of a dark time. But it can be the dark times that bring us closer together, and even put a spotlight on what is truly important. …
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