Alyssa Fisher

5 days ago | calpacumc.org | Alyssa Fisher

lafires2025, local church, north district Written by & photos by Dr. Alyssa Fisher, Cal-Pac Communications DirectorOn Saturday, May 31, the North District and other members of our conference gathered at Glendale First UMC to honor and celebrate the continued ministry of Altadena UMC after the Eaton Fire destroyed their church property in January 2025.

1 week ago | calpacumc.org | Alyssa Fisher

By Dr. Alyssa Fisher, Cal-Pac Director of CommunicationsClergy and conference leaders from across the Western Jurisdiction gathered in Los Angeles for Making the Leap from May 21 to 23, 2025. The event was organized by the Western Jurisdiction Deans of Cabinets and focused on equipping clergy to thrive in complex systems, cooperative environments, innovative spaces, and pushing them to new understandings of pastoral leadership.

2 weeks ago | calpacumc.org | Alyssa Fisher

MAY 19 | 6:30-8 PM PDT | Understanding Constitutional AmendmentsThis week, we’ll join together with the other Western Jurisdiction conferences to learn about the four proposed amendments to our United Methodist Constitution. This year’s Annual Conference gatherings require votes that impact our worldwide connection, and we want you to be informed and involved.

1 month ago | calpacumc.org | Alyssa Fisher

by Dr. Alyssa Fisher, Cal-Pac Director of CommunicationsLast week while gathered in Chicago, the Council of Bishops announced a new vision for The United Methodist Church:The United Methodist Church forms disciples of Jesus Christ who, empowered by the Holy Spirit, love boldly, serve joyfully, and lead courageously in local communities and worldwide connections.