Northwest Region
Northwest Region
The Northwest Region comprises the churches and clergy in the:
- Berkshire Association
- Hampden Association
- Hampshire Association
- Franklin Association
- Litchfield North Association
Staff:
Rev. Ogawa accompanies clergy and churches through adaptive change; times of transition; and discerning God’s call to meet the needs of their congregations and communities. Rev. Ogawa resources Committees on Ministry in the Northwest Region of the Conference. Contact her for:
- Assistance with pastoral transitions.
- Discernment about next steps in ministry.
- Healthy solutions to challenges in congregational life.
- Preaching engagements and celebrating milestones in the life of your congregation.
Rev. Ogawa has always worked at the intersection of land, culture, and spirituality, which is evidenced in her pursuit to explore the hills and valleys of her region and learn regional food traditions—she welcomes your recommendations!

Terry Yasuko Ogawa
She/her
... Deb Holmes supports the Area Conference Ministers for the North Central and Northwest Regions of the Southern New England Conference as well as supporting the Association leadership, churches, and clergy. Contact her for:
- Temporary Ministerial Coverage Lists
- Member in Discernment information
- Transfers of standing
- General inquiries

Deb Holmes
She/her