NPUC Leaders Prepare for Constituency Session The final executive committee meeting for the 2021–2025 term met May 12–13 at the North Pacific Union office in Ridgefield, Washington, to reflect on the past, nominate new leaders and prepare for NPUC's 30th constituency session. Read more
2026 Caring Heart Awards Fifteen Northwest academy students exemplifying the spirit of the Caring Heart — a willingness to serve others — received the annual Caring Heart Award scholarship. Learn more about these young people and their hearts for service! Read more
McClendon to Conclude Service in Elected Leadership Role Bill McClendon, North Pacific Union vice president for administration, will complete eight years of elected leadership in August 2026, marking a planned transition and opening a new chapter in continued ministry service. Read more
The Profound Role of Sabbath School For Gleaner reader Edson Simon, Sabbath School is a cherished weekly rhythm. Read his reflections — and join our April 7 Zoom training evening on building stronger Sabbath School connections. Read more
NPUC Reaches 13-Year Baptismal Record The year 2025 was a strong year for church growth in the Pacific Northwest, marking the fifth consecutive year of growth and reaching a 13-year high with 2,268 baptisms and professions of faith. Read more
Record Number of NPUC Pathfinder Teams Advance to PBE Final Thirteen Pathfinder teams met at Chehalis Church on March 8, 2026 to compete in the annual North Pacific Union Pathfinder Bible Experience, hosted by Washington Conference. All 13 teams are progressing to the division PBE round — a record for NPUC! Read more
Freedman to Retire After 45 Years of Ministry After 45 years of dedicated service as a pastor and administrator, John Freedman, North Pacific Union president, announced plans to retire. He will remain in his role as president until the NPUC constituency session in August 2026. Read more
Small Group Ministry Training Is Ready for Launch Healthy churches are made up of healthy groups just like a healthy body is made up of healthy cells. Read more
23 Northwest Musicians Join International Orchestra Twenty-three musicians from the Pacific Northwest had the unique opportunity to perform with an international orchestra at the 62nd General Conference Session — a week of multilingual rehearsals and cross-cultural collaboration. Read more
