The Initiative for Growth and Vitality
God has called us to be courageous. The Desert Southwest Conference is a connection of lay and clergy leaders extending Christ’s presence of love, justice, and hope in a fearful and broken world. Grounded in our Wesleyan heritage, the traditions of the church’s past wisdom, and the values that guide the way we live, we are empowered to create a reality of growth and vitality within our ministry settings and surrounding communities.

Through our collective sharing and work together, we have come to understand that each ministry setting is unique and requires a plan for transformation that is authentic to its identity and context. However, we believe there are universal objectives that will help each ministry setting achieve growth and vitality.