A Holy Commitment: Ordination Service at Annual Conference 2023

June 7, 2023

Experience the sacred and powerful rite of ordination from the Free Methodist Church’s Annual Conference 2023. This joint ceremony, a testament to unity between the Free Methodist Church in Southern California and the Pacific Coast Japanese Conference, marks a pivotal step in the spiritual journeys of our ministerial candidates.

Witness the beauty and solemnity of the ordination rites, featuring touching prayers, the laying on of hands, and the consecration of candidates into eldership. This momentous occasion signifies the candidates’ total commitment to their vocation and their affirmation of God’s call to ministry.

Each ordained elder embarks on a new chapter, prepared to lead, guide, and nurture their congregations, living out the teachings of Christ in service to their community. Join us in celebrating these dedicated individuals as they step into their ordained roles, carrying forward the light of the Gospel.

For a deeper look into our community and our work, visit https://ac23.pacificcoastnetwork.org/. Let’s continue to walk this faith journey together!

Fresh Oil, Fresh Anointing: Breaking Spiritual Bondage with Bishop Kenny Martin
Fresh Oil, Fresh Anointing: Breaking Spiritual Bondage with Bishop Kenny Martin

Feb 24, 2025

Bishop E. Kenneth Martin delivers a prophetic challenge to the Free Methodist Church, confronting deep-rooted issues of spiritual bondage, systemic oppression, and the church’s complacency. “Churches are dying in a cage,” he declares, calling for a radical shift in how the church addresses:

– Spiritual chains of sin and oppression
– Historical and ongoing impacts of slavery
– Diversity, equity, and inclusion challenges
– The church’s reluctance to engage difficult conversations
– Breaking free from “nasty” church politics and self-serving leadership

“This is a season of manifestation,” Martin says, urging a breakthrough from 2025 to 2035 that will transform the church locally and globally.

#ChurchTransformation #SpiritualFreedom #RacialReconciliation #ChurchReform #HolySpirit

Conexión Latina 2025: Supporting Latino/a Leadership in Ministry | Free Methodist Church
Conexión Latina 2025: Supporting Latino/a Leadership in Ministry | Free Methodist Church

Feb 11, 2025

Join us this March for Conexión Latina 2025, a transformative gathering on the West Coast celebrating and equipping Latino/a leaders in ministry. Fraser Venter shares how you can support this vital initiative that strengthens our multicultural Free Methodist family.

This event provides:
– Complete on-ground support for participating leaders
– Valuable community building and leadership development
– Essential ministry equipping and spiritual refreshment
– Opportunities to partner with Latino/a leaders across the country

Want to sponsor a leader or learn more? Contact Fraser Venter directly through the information below to help build God’s kingdom through multicultural ministry.

#FreeMethodistChurch #LatinoMinistry #ChurchLeadership #MinistryDevelopment #MulticulturalChurch

A Message of Thanks from Expressions Church | Pastor Christopher Spolar
A Message of Thanks from Expressions Church | Pastor Christopher Spolar

Jan 28, 2025

Pastor Christopher Spolar shares his gratitude for the overwhelming support from our Free Methodist family following the recent fires. Standing in front of their temporary new church home, he reflects on the power of community and the hope we find in supporting one another.

Thank you to everyone who has supported Expressions Church through prayer, encouragement, and practical assistance. Together, we continue sharing hope with our community.

For updates and ways to help: fmcsc.org/fire