In order for the SW Conference to function effectively, we need volunteers to serve in these positions. Right?
In order for the SW Conference to hit the ground running and not have to spend time recruiting AFTER the Annual Meeting, we need volunteers NOW!
In order to serve the congregations and be in covenant with the national church, our foundation must be firm and ready to meet the challenges and ministries that come along.
During this time of political divisiveness, we, the Conference, need to have our ducks in a row.
Click through to see the open positions.
Read MoreThe Nominating Committee is on the lookout for talented individuals from churches within the Southwest Conference to join our various standing committees. Today, we're spotlighting COM B (COVENANT) and the Nominating Committee (MATCHING).
Rich Doerrer-Peacock has all the As to your Qs—click through to read his answers to your burning questions!
Read MoreRay Phillips is a member of First Congregational UCC in Albuquerque. Here he shares his story about becoming active in the SWC, meeting many wonderful people, and he invites you to do the same by serving on a SWC Committee.
Please click through to read Ray's entire story!
As many readers of “In the Loop” know, Martha and I have been active not only in our church in Albuquerque but in the Southwest Conference of the UCC. Why would we get involved in the regional conference so soon after joining our church in Albuquerque? Partly because the Conference Minister of the Maine Conference of the UCC, Rev. Deborah Blood, alerted the SW Conference that we were on the way here and likely to be interested in serving at the Conference level. We got pulled in.
We on the SW Conference Nominating Committee, where I am completing my final term, strongly encourage anyone with an interest in working with wonderful people from elsewhere in our region to make a positive difference in how our churches, the Conference, and the national organization put into practice what we hold dear in our Christian faith. In this and recent issues of In the Loop we have been describing the various committees where there are opportunities to serve, and you will find a link that you can use to express your interest. I encourage you to do so. When I was invited to join the Nominating Committee, I was hesitant because I didn’t at that time know too many people beyond my home church. It has been an enjoyable learning experience and, as I leave it, I am making way for someone else to join. Will it be you?
Read MoreWould you like to support present and future ministers of the UCC?
COM A, the Committee on Ministry helps:
ministers who are moving into our area gain standing
those who are living here keep up boundary training and education
those in discernment progress towards ordained ministry
Read MoreThe Nominating Committee is on the lookout for talented individuals from churches within the Southwest Conference to join our various standing committees. Today, we're spotlighting the Finance Committee!
Are you interested in shaping the financial future of our Conference? The Finance Committee, led by our Treasurer (the ONLY executive board member who both sits on the board AND chairs a committee!), is dedicated to overseeing our shared financial vision. This vital team reviews financial reports, aligns with endowment goals, and makes recommendations on expenditures to the Board.
If you have expertise in accounting, finance, investments (especially regarding endowments), or legal matters, your skills would be a great asset to our Finance/Endowment Committee!
Read MoreThe Executive Board of our Southwest Conference has the privilege and responsibility to hold in trust the values, vision, and mission of our beloved conference. This trusteeship requires them to hold our property and SWC staff in their care. It requires the capacity to make policy, create committees, oversee accountability, call meetings, and serve congregations, agencies, and called servants within our conference. Their work is an awesome work for our awesome God.
Currently, there are three positions open on the Executive Board. If you are interested in serving the Executive Board, please click here.
Read MoreYour Nominating Committee is working to provide clarity for the nominating process and the process for filling vacancies on your committees. Our conference relies on the dedication of individuals serving in crucial roles to oversee our operations and programs. The Nominating Committee is committed to identifying and placing people with the right skills and talents in these vital positions. We invite your assistance in this process.
Read MoreOur conference relies on the dedication of individuals serving in crucial roles to oversee our operations and programs. The Nominating Committee is committed to identifying and placing people with the right skills and talents in these vital positions. We invite your assistance in this process.
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