Youth Ministry Network

Welcome to the Youth Ministry Network, dedicated to fostering a vibrant and supportive environment for Youth Ministry. Our goal is to help Youth Workers feel seen, well-resourced and connected.

We achieve this through four main channels:

Networks
Events
Coaching
Resources

PACNWC Youth Networks

Are you wanting to connect with others serving youth ministry? Our Youth Workers gather in clusters each month for encouragement, support and prayer.  

Network Meetings

Network Leaders

Our Network Leaders are here to serve you. Feel free to contact them any time with questions or support.

West Seattle
Tim Anderson
Creekside Covenant

East Seattle
Tre’ Crume
Newport Covenant

East Washington & Montana
Katie Hutchinson
Selah Covenant

Oregon & Idaho
Kristi Smith
Milkwaukie Covenant

Tacoma & Olympia
Jonathan Montejano
Harbor Covenant

Annual Youth Ministry Events

  • Children and adults participating in a tug-of-war game outdoors in a grassy area, with trees and balloons in the background.

    Thunder Middle School Retreat

    OCTOBER

    Students from all over the Pacific Northwest Conference gather for a powerful weekend packed with fun activities, moving worship and challenging teaching.  Join us for an incredible weekend of fun, adventure, connection, worship, teaching and more.

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  • A church service with a band performing on stage with the word 'HUMD' in large lights behind them. The congregation is standing and singing, with lyrics projected on a screen. The decor includes string lights and wooden panels.

    MUD High School Retreat

    NOVEMBER

    High School Students from all over the Pacific Northwest gather for an incredible weekend at MUD! Experiencing thrilling activities, uplifting worship, and insightful teaching. Join us for an amazing time at MUD this coming November!

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  • Two musicians on stage, a man playing guitar and singing into a microphone, and a woman singing into a microphone with her hand raised, surrounded by bright stage lights.

    NEXTGEN Conference

    JANUARY

    The NextGen Conference is designed for all children, youth, and young adult ministry leaders to find connections, develop leadership skills, be inspired, and be empowered to continue investing in the next generation.

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  • A group of seven people posing at a bowling alley, holding colorful bowling balls. They are smiling and appear to be enjoying a fun activity together.

    PacNWC NextGen Leaders Retreat

    MARCH

    Key children and youth ministry leaders from PacNWC churches, including both paid and unpaid staff, interns, and volunteers are welcome. Participants will have opportunities for growth, networking, and spiritual renewal.

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The purpose of the Youth Commission is to encourage and support the integral role of youth ministry and youth workers within Pacific Northwest Conference churches.  The Youth Commission works with churches, pastors, youth workers, and camps overseeing all of PacNWC youth ministry including retreats, scholarships, events, budget, internet, and more.

Youth Commission

Chair
Katie Hutchinson
Selah Covenant, Selah

Vice Chair
Julie McBee
Access Covenant, Portland

Jonathan Montajano
Harbor Covenant, Gig Harbor

Lisa Whatley
Community Covenant, Twisp

Treasurer
Christian Griffith
Encounter, Mercer Island

Secretary
Jerren Wadsworth
West Hills Covenant, Portland

Thomas Sudbury
Yakima Covenant, Yakima

Becca Worl
Pine Lake Covenant, Lake Sammamish, WA

Staff Liaison
Erik Cave
PacNWC

Camp Liaison
Anna Carlson
Cascades Camp

Marcus Imlig
Grace Community Covenant, Olympia

Dean Soul
Faith Covenant, Sumner

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One-On-One Coaching

Coaching is the act of coming alongside another to support them in their journey.  Our coaches are trained and ready to help you through the highs and lows of life in youth ministry.  Topics are set by coachee and can include personal coaching, long term coaching, advising on specific youth ministry programs and goals, and processing difficult situations.

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People gathered in a church interior for a service or event, with a band performing on stage, a large cross on the wall, and lyrics on a screen.
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Resources & Information

As youth workers at PacNWC, we value the knowledge we share. Explore our expanding list of resources dedicated to providing encouragement, information, and inspiration on varied useful topics.

  • These event in a box resource developed during quarantine to replace our retreats and events.  It contains everything you need to program a retreat in person, online or via hybrid schedule.  The video messages and small group guides also make great midweek curriculum resources.

  • This page includes resources gathered from racial reconciliation and righteousness initiatives for students in the PacNWC, including Youth Journey to Mosaic, Invitation to Mosaic and Talking with Teens about Race.

    PacNWC Youth Racial Reconciliation Resources

  • Building community within our youth ministries is so important. We have gathered resources to assist with team-building and small group activities.

    Community Building Resources

  • Click below for a toolkit of helpful resources for creating and implementing a child safety policy.

    Child safety policy toolkit

  • Contact our Youth Ministry Conference Coach, Erik Cave. He is available any time.  

    erik@pacnwc.org 
    (503) 703-8090

  • Join our PacNWC Youth Ministry Network Facebook Group to share, learn from, and connect with others.

    Facebook Group

  • Join our Pacific Northwest Conference Facebook Group to connect with others.

    PacNWC Facebook Group

  • Visit the Cascades Camp and Conference Center website.  A world class facility that hosts all our youth ministry retreats as well as summer camps for all ages.

    www.cascades.org

  • Visit the Evangelical Covenant Church Youth Ministry web page.  This page is the home of our national Youth Ministry Network.

    www.covchurch.org/youth

  • Join the Evangelical Covenant Church Youth Workers Facebook Group.

    ECC Youth Workers Facebook Group