The ONE Conference 2025 is coming soon! Register today to join our combined annual gathering of the Pacific Northwest and Oregon Conferences. Pastors and lay leaders from around Oregon, Washington, and Alaska will be together for a great time of connecting and an opportunity to learn from our guest speakers including Kayleigh Clark, Sean Anthony Fenner, and Bishop Kenny Martin.
Kayleigh Clark offers a wealth of knowledge on how to process Congregational Trauma.
Sean Anthony Fenner delivers a fresh perspective on NextGen ministries and how to build up a new next generation of church leaders.
Bishop Kenny Martin brings encouragement for long-term vision. This will be highlighted by the Ordination Service, where men and women are affirmed as Elders in the Free Methodist Church, and a Superintendent Commissioning Service, as both conferences have recently conducted superintendent elections.
A friendly reminder that this event is required for all appointed elders, CMCs, and delegates in each conference. We also highly encourage families, church staff, and anyone from our local churches to join in. We look forward to seeing you there and experiencing this enriching time together!
Please register by June 12, 2025 and find registration and childcare details by clicking the button below.
SCHEDULE
Thursday, June 26, 2025
6:00 PM
REGISTRATION OPENS
7:00 PM
BISHOP KENNY MARTIN
Friday, June 27, 2025
9:00 AM
KAYLEIGH CLARK
11:30 AM
LUNCH for PASTORS’ SPOUSES
1:00 PM
BUSINESS SESSIONS
5:00 PM
DINNER
7:00 PM
PRAYER SUMMIT
Saturday, June 28, 2025
7:45 AM
CONFERENCE BOARDS’ BREAKFAST
8:45 AM
SEAN ANTHONY FENNER
10:30 AM
ORDINATION SERVICE
CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS
What about our kids?
We’re excited to offer a free, fun, and faith-filled childcare program for kids from nursery through 5th grade during this year’s conference! Run by the experienced daycare staff from Cooks Hill Community Church, this program provides a safe and engaging space where kids can learn, play, and grow while parents enjoy the conference with peace of mind. All caregivers are trained professionals with background checks, ensuring your little ones are in great hands. Simply register your kids when you sign up for the conference!
Infant - 3 years Childcare is offered during every session
4 years - 5th grade Childcare is offered Friday morning & afternoon, Saturday morning
There will be a parent room open at all times near the Ministry Center.
FRIDAY EVENING
PRAYER SUMMIT
MEET OUR KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
KAYLEIGH CLARK
According to the World Health Organization, 70% of people worldwide have experienced trauma. Those within the church are not immune to trauma and deep suffering. For pastors who desire to shepherd well, this statistic should remind them of the need to minister in trauma-informed ways. This workshop seeks to equip pastors and church leaders with an understanding of trauma and practical tools for serving those who have been impacted by such great suffering. It will do so in the following ways:
Provide an understanding of trauma studies particularly how trauma impacts both the individuals within the congregation as well as its impact on the congregation, as a whole
Provide an understanding of the role of the pastor in caring for those who have experienced trauma
Provide restoration tools for pastors to use in their particular ministry contexts
Provide an opportunity for participants to practice utilizing such restoration tools while brainstorming ways they could impact their particular context
SEAN ANTHONY FENNER
Sean Fenner is an Executive Pastor at Light & Life Church in Long Beach, CA. His favorite people are his wife Sarah and his son Caspian. He’s a mentor, speaker, coach, and trainer with an intense passion to awaken this generation to an authentic relationship with Jesus. Sean is deeply passionate about discipleship in multi-ethnic ministry, urban spaces, and on campuses; living out leadership that focuses on community and life transformation to bring about renewal, revival, and restoration.
MEET THE REST OF THE TEAM
Kenny Martin
Bishop: Free Methodist Church
Robroy Ranger
Superintendent: Oregon Conference
Cathy Tastad
Superintendent: Pacific Northwest Conference
Kerian Faley
Conference Worship Leader
Conference Worship Leader
Genesis Ueligitone-Parker
Cooks Hill Community Church Lead Pastor - Conference MC
Emily Faley
Vendor & Ministry Table Partners
DIRECTIONS AND LODGING
2400 Cooks Hill Rd. Centralia, WA 98531
Cooks Hill Community Church is located in the town of Centralia, Washington, between Seattle and Portland. Cooks Hill Community Church is committed to the flourishing of our city through Jesus. As a church, we engage in the way of Jesus, from worship on Sundays to the practical care of our community. We do that in various ways, but primarily through housing, diapers, and our Childcare Center. We're looking forward to spending the weekend with you at Cooks Hill!
DISCOUNTED ROOM RATE: There is a limited supply of discounted rooms at the following hotels to consider for your lodging needs.
HOTEL BLOCKS
La Quinta Inn & Suites
1225 Mellen St. Centralia, WA 98531
Holiday Inn Express & Suites
730 Liberty Place Chehalis, WA 98532
Fairfield Inn & Suites
6223 197th Way SW Grand Mound, WA 98579
Peppermill Express Inn
1233 Alder St. Centralia, WA 98531
Book only by calling 360-330-9441 - mention Free Methodist Conference
Link to website (Offer Code: 2506PNWC)
There is an additional $40 resort fee and $15/night parking
NOT DISCOUNTED ROOM RATE: The following hotels are local but are not offering a discounted room rate.
Best Western Plus Park Pl Inn & Suites
201 Interstate Avenue Chehalis, WA 98532
Centralia Square Grand Ballroom
202 Centralia College Blvd. Centralia, WA 98531
Great Wolf Lodge Water Park
20500 Old Hwy 99 SW Centralia, WA 98531
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! The conference will provide a Thursday night dessert reception, Friday lunch, Friday dinner, and plenty of snacks and drinks.
Will meals be served?
Your kids will be well cared for as they engage in a VBS-style program! Under the direction of the amazing staff, they will be involved in faith-filled learning segments, activities, and plenty of energy-releasing playtime. You won’t need to worry about a thing!
Who will be taking care of my children?
Of course! You are welcome to register your infant for the childcare program. If you are more comfortable keeping your child with you, a Parent Room will be available during all the sessions where you can care for your little one.
Can I bring my infant?
Where can I go for breakfast?
Many of the hotels offer a complimentary breakfast. If preferred, you can visit one of the local restaurants before driving to the church for the conference.
What about parking?
There is plenty of parking at the church.
