Twenty-First Sunday after Pentecost

All are Welcome!

Twenty-First Sunday after Pentecost
October 13, 2024, 10:00am
Hybrid Worship
Today’s altar flowers are provided by Miriam Tong
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Order of Worship

Prelude
Gather Us In
(TFWS #2236)
Kathy Onishi

Welcome of Grace and Greeting
Rev. Cruz Edwin Santos

*Call to Worship
Rev. Cruz Edwin Santos

*Opening Song
When the Poor Ones (Cuando El Pobre)
Michelle Vaughan and Kathy Onishi

Opening Prayer
Rev. Cruz Edwin Santos

First Scripture Reading
Mark 10:17-31 (JLB, CEB)
Tsutomu Nagoya, Ron Nobuyama

Children’s Message
Stephen Sumida

Second Scripture Reading
Acts 2:37-47 (JLB, CEB)
Tsutomu Nagoya, Ron Nobuyama

Sermon
New Paradigm
Rev. Cruz Edwin Santos

Hymn of Reflection
Walk With Me
(TFWS #2242)
Michelle Vaughan and Kathy Onishi

Invitation to the Offering
Ron Nobuyama

*Doxology
Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow
Michelle Vaughan and Kathy Onishi

*Prayer of Dedication
Ron Nobuyama

Announcements
Rev. Cruz Edwin Santos

*Benediction
Rev. Cruz Edwin Santos

Postlude
Make Me a Servant
(TFWS #2176)
Kathy Onishi

Zoom Breakout Room
Dale Kaneko

Sermon Questions

How do we respond to the complicated moral, ethical, social, political, and economic issues that we face in our modern and post-modern society?
How do we live as a community of Jesus the Christ in a meaningful way – revealing that Jesus offers the way to enter into abundant life now and for eternity? How can we enter into a life with God?
Describe what it is like to “live in-between”?

Daily Lectionary Readings

Sunday, October 13, 2024
Job 23:1-9, 16-17 and Psalm 22:1-15 • Amos 5:6-7, 10-15 and Psalm 90:12-17 • Hebrews 4:12-16 • Mark 10:17-31

Monday, October 14, 2024:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 39 • Job 26:1-14 • Revelation 7:9-17
Complementary: Psalm 26 • Obadiah 1:1-9 • Revelation 7:9-17

Tuesday, October 15, 2024:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 39 • Job 28:12-29:10 • Revelation 8:1-5;
Complementary: Psalm 26 • Obadiah 1:10-16 • Revelation 8:1-5

Wednesday, October 16, 2024:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 39 • Job 32:1-22 • Luke 16:19-31
Complementary: Psalm 26 • Obadiah 1:17-21 • Luke 16:19-31

Thursday, October 17, 2024:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 104:1-9, 24, 35b • Job 36:1-16 • Romans 15:7-13. Complementary: Psalm 91:9-16 • Genesis 14:17-24 • Romans 15:7-13

Friday, October 18, 2024:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 104:1-9, 24, 35b • Job 37:1-24 • Revelation 17:1-18. Complementary: Psalm 91:9-16 • Isaiah 47:1-9 • Revelation 17:1-18

Saturday, October 19, 2024:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 104:1-9, 24, 35b • Job 39:1-30 • Luke 22:24-30. Complementary: Psalm 91:9-16 • Isaiah 47:10-15 • Luke 22:24-30

Announcements

Reflections on 120 Years of Grace Discussion Sessions • October 13 & 20

The Archives Committee continues the discussion series on the 120-year history and future of Blaine Memorial UMC, titled “Reflections on 120 Years of Grace.” The discussion sessions will be held from 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. after Sunday service in the Social Hall on October 13 and 20, 2024. Light refreshments will be served.

Today’s session, titled “Serve in Love,” will center on the years 1965 to 2024 and the fourth, titled “Into the Future,” will reflect on what we have learned and discuss our visions for the future development of the church. Materials will be presented from the archives as well as church members knowledgeable about each period will speak of their experiences.

There will be ample time for participants to ask questions and share their own thoughts. Please join us in learning more about our church’s history and begin discussions on our visions for the next 120 years.

Creative Competition • Submissions due October 27

In conjunction with this discussion series, the Archives Committee is organizing another “competition” organized by Shig Nishida. We are asking members to submit their reflections on the history and future of Blaine Memorial UMC. This can take the form of submitting a few sentences, a paragraph, a short essay, short graphic novel/cartoon/anime, short play, a prayer, poems, music/song (new composition or lyrics sung to the tune of a known song), artwork, video, dance, etc. Let us read/hear/see/feel your thoughts on the 120 years of Grace and the next 120 years of Grace for Blaine Memorial UMC. Submit your entries to the Blaine Memorial UMC office by October 27, 2024 (sooner than later is preferred).

The Archives Committee continually seeks relevant church documents, photographs, and other materials and memorabilia to add to our archival records and illuminate previously unknown parts of our church’s history. Please let the committee know if you have any materials to donate or materials for the committee to scan and add to the archives. Monetary donations in support of the work of the archives are also appreciated.

“Context: Putting Scripture in Its Place” Fall Book Study Continues • October 15

You’re invited to join Rev. Dr. John Miyahara (UMC Navy Chaplain), Rev. Brian Lee (Simpson UMC in Arvada, CO), and congregation members of the Japanese American United Methodist Caucus in a 6-week book study. We will be reading Context: Putting Scripture in its Place. Please note that reading the book isn’t required!

Books are available in the Church Office for $17.00. The study continues on Tuesday, October 15, 2024 from 6:30-8:00 PM. The Zoom link will be sent out closer to the beginning of the book study date. Please contact Rev. Karen will any questions.

Prayers and Coffee on Zoom • Wednesdays at 9am

Join Anne Arakaki-Lock for prayer and community on Wednesdays at 9:00 AM on Zoom. Our time together consists of brief check-ins, devotionals, and prayers. This is a great way to start your morning, clear and center your mind, all while connecting with God and your prayer community. Feel free to bring a cup of coffee, tea, and a bite to eat. Hope to see you on Wednesday.

Pastor Appreciation Lunch • Next Sunday, October 20 after Worship

Did you know that October is Pastor Appreciation Month? Staff Parish Relations Committee (SPRC) is hosting a Pastor Appreciation Lunch next Sunday, October 20, immediately after worship in the Social Hall. Join us for a delicious meal and celebrate Revs. Karen, Jeney, Mark, and Cruz!

This celebration was established in 1992 with a mission of uplifting and encouraging pastors, missionaries and religious workers. Let’s celebrate our pastors and lift them up for their hard work, ministry, and dedication to Blaine Memorial UMC.

Trunk or Treat! • Sunday, October 27 after Worship Service

Trunk-or-Treat is a wonderful opportunity for our church to provide a safe trick-or-treat experience for families.

Costumes are encouraged! We love to see everyone dressed up, even the adults!

Once again, please be sensitive in regards to costumes that are too scary or gory. We also ask that your costume not have a mask that covers your entire face of that your face is painted in a way that makes you unrecognizable. For safety reasons, all adults should be able to recognize the faces of the other adults.

Would you like to participate and/or decorate your trunk? Please contact Jennifer Lew.

Afghanistan and Ukrainian Refugee Donation Ministry

Items being collected: At this time, we have an abundance of some items and so we are NOT in need of clothing or children’s toys. Especially needed items include women’s products, toothpaste, personal care items, rice cookers, blenders, mixing bowls, microwave ovens, toasters, mixers, irons, dish sets, towels, and blankets.

Blaine Memorial UMC Collection Hours: Collection items can be dropped off at the Blaine Memorial Social Hall from Tuesday-Friday between 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Please call the Church Office at (206) 723-1536 prior to dropping off your items.

South King County Response Center Collection Volunteer Hours: The Donation Center is open on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM, same time as the Tukwila Pantry at 3118 S. 140th St. Seattle. Please text Kim Parks at (206) 683-1707 when you would like to help. Please wear a mask and bring a marking pen and measuring tape if possible. Other Questions? Please contact Donna Sekijima or Anne Arakaki-Lock.