The Board of Directors and the Delegates of the Conference body are pleased to announce that Rev. Phil Hodson is now our Designated Conference Minister, called to serve our conference beginning August 1, 2024 - June 30, 2026. Until then, he will continue as the Acting Conference Minister.
Rev. Hodson brings a passion for ministry and a mission to help the board's vision for our future that aligns beautifully with the values and mission of the Pacific Northwest Conference. We look forward to seeing how his leadership will help guide us through the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.
As we begin this new chapter in our Conference's journey, we invite you to join us in:
- Extending a warm welcome to Rev. Hodson and his family. He will remain remote with travel to the Conference as needed.
- Praying for his ministry and our Conference as we move forward together.
- Participating actively in the life and work of our Conference under his leadership.
- Supporting the transition process as Rev. Hodson settles into his new role.
We're excited about the gifts, energy, and fresh perspectives that Rev. Hodson will bring to our Conference. These will help him to foster inclusive communities, promote social justice, and nurture spiritual growth that resonates deeply with our shared values. We encourage you to reach out to Rev. Hodson as he shifts his ministry among us.
Let us move forward together in faith, hope, and love, trusting that God's Spirit will guide us as we continue to be a vibrant expression of Christ's church in the Pacific Northwest.
Blessings, Indigo Brown, Conference Moderator