All are Welcome!
- Second Sunday of Advent
- December 7, 2025, 10:00AM
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Sermon Questions
- What “crooked paths” or “mountains of pride” do I need to straighten in my own life?
- How can I be a bearer of peace and reconciliation in my home or workplace?
- Am I preparing for Jesus’ arrival with a genuine heart-change, or am I just getting ready for Santa?
- What “good choices” can I make this week to draw closer to God and others?
Order of Worship
| Prelude “I Want to Walk as a Child of the Light” UMH #206 Kathy Onishi |
| Welcome of Grace and Greeting Pastor Job Pangilinan |
| Land Acknowledgement Pastor Job Pangilinan |
| Call to Worship Pastor Job Pangilinan |
| *Opening Hymn “O Come, O Come, Emmanuel” UMH #211 Eugene and Kathy Onishi |
| Call to Confession George Yates |
| Congregational Prayer of Confession George Yates |
| Words of Forgiveness George Yates |
| Lighting the Advent Candles Tim and Margo Ikegami with Marisa and Tyler |
| Blessing of Our SNAP Food Collection Rev. Karen Yokota Love |
| First Scripture Reading Romans 15:4-13 (CEB) George Yates |
| Children’s Sermon Pastor Job Pangilinan |
| Special Music “Advent Song” Eugene Onishi, Kathy Onishi, David Ige, Lisa Hirayama, Rev. Mark C. Hearn, Pastor Job Pangilinan, Neal Komedal |
| Blessing of Our Stewardship Commitment Cards for 2026 Rev. Karen Yokota Love |
| Second Scripture Reading Matthew 11:1-11 (CEB) George Yates |
| Sermon “Grace in Action: Make a Way” Rev. Karen Yokota Love |
| Hymn of Reflection “Todo la Tierra (All Earth is Waiting)” UMH #210 |
| Holy Communion Rev. Karen Yokota Love and Pastor Job Pangilinan |
| Introduction to the Offering George Yates |
| Offertory Song “Of the Father’s Love Begotten” UMH #184 Kathy Onishi |
| *Doxology “Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow” UMH #94 Eugene and Kathy Onishi |
| *Prayer of Dedication George Yates |
| Announcements Rev Karen Yokota Love and Friends |
| *Closing Hymn “Song of Hope (Canto de Esperanza)” TFWS #2186 Eugene and Kathy Onishi |
| *Benediction Rev. Karen Yokota Love |
| Postlude “Some Children See Him” W&S #3065 Kathy Onishi |
| Altar Flowers Miriam Tong |
Daily Lectionary Readings*
| Sunday, December 07, 2025: Second Sunday of Advent Isaiah 11:1-10; Psalm 72:1-7, 18-19; Romans 15:4-13; Matthew 3:1-12 |
| Monday, December 08, 2025: Psalm 21; Isaiah 24:1-16a; 1 Thessalonians 4:1-12; |
| Tuesday, December 09, 2025: Psalm 21; Isaiah 41:14-20; Romans 15:14-21; |
| Wednesday, December 10, 2025: Psalm 21; Genesis 15:1-18; Matthew 12:33-37; |
| Thursday, December 11, 2025: Psalm 146:5-10; Ruth 1:6-18; 2 Peter 3:1-10; |
| Friday, December 12, 2025: Psalm 146:5-10; Ruth 4:13-17; 2 Peter 3:11-18; |
| Saturday, December 13, 2025: Psalm 146:5-10; 1 Samuel 2:1-8; Luke 3:1-18; |
*Daily Lectionary Readings are provided by Bible Gateway and Vanderbilt University.
BMUMC Announcements
Blessing of Stewardship Commitment Cards
We will be concluding the 2026 stewardship campaign, Grace in Action by blessing your collective stewardship commitment cards during worship. Please bring in your yellow card as you pray what you can give to Blaine Memorial UMC in 2026. There are extra cards available in the Narthex.
By bringing your commitment card, you’re participating in Blaine Memorial’s annual pledge drive, a spiritual practice where you pledge your financial support (treasure), time, and talents to God’s work. Thank you for your commitment and thank you for your communal support.
The Giving Tree Gifts are Due, 12/7!
All wrapped gifts with Kimball Elementary School Giving Tree tags must be returned by Sunday (12/7). Please return the wrapped gifts with tags to the Social Hall under or near the Giving Tree.
Questions? Please contact Terri Adolfo at locket8@gmail.com. Thank you for your ongoing generosity and support to help bless those in need in our community!
Last chance! Sign Christmas Cards, today!
You’re invited to sign Christmas cards for our church members who are sick, recovering from being ill, grieving a loss of a loved one, or in a skilled facility home. The cards are in the Social Hall until Sunday (12/7).
All Church Meeting (Charge Conference)
When: Sunday, December 7, 12pm
Where: Blaine Memorial UMC
This year’s All Church (Charge) Conference is scheduled for Sunday, December 7 at 12:00 PM. This gathering holds great significance for our faith community as we come together to celebrate our ministries in 2025. SeaTac District Superintendent, Rev. Ferdie Llenado, will preside over the meeting. Church Leaders, please turn in your annual reports by December 1, 2025 and please send them to Yuki Sofronas (office@blaineonline.org).
The Beacon is now available!
- Senior Pastor Reflection Insisting on Hope: Entering Advent with Courage and Joy
- Blaine Memorial UMC feeds 128 Individuals through Thanksgiving Meals
- Special Report: Sumida receives Commendation from Min. for Foreign Affairs
- A Special Message from Bishop Bob: The Lee Activity Center Dream
- Blaine Memorial UMC Bazaar 2025: Thank You for Your Support!
- Associate Pastor’s Spiritual Reflection: Thirty Seconds…A Thanksgiving and Advent Reflection
- Spiritual Formation Center: Born of God when the Holy Spirit lives in us
Job Opening: Part-Time Youth Director
The Youth Director at Blaine Memorial United Methodist Church is a dedicated individual with a heart for youth ministry, committed to guiding and mentoring young individuals in their faith journey. This position involves direct engagement with 6th to 12th graders, creating a supportive and encouraging environment for their spiritual growth.
New P.O. Box Addresss for Blaine Memorial UMC Mail
We have a new mailing address! Blaine Memorial UMC would like to direct all new mail to the following address:
Blaine Memorial United Methodist Church
P.O. Box 24065
Seattle, WA 98124
Blaine Memorial’s mailing address has changed to a P.O. Box for improved security. Please save this address! Please send your mail and future giving to this address. All new mail that you receive will have the P.O. Box as Blaine Memorial UMC’s new return address.
December Worship Dates to Remember
| Sunday, December 7 • Second Sunday of Advent and Holy Communion, 10am | |||
| Sunday, December 14 • Christmas Play with children and youth in the LAC, 10am | |||
| Sunday, December 21 • Christmas Music Sunday in the Sanctuary, 10am • Blue Christmas Service in the Sanctuary, 1pm | |||
| Wednesday, December 24 • Christmas Eve Family Worship Service, 4pm • Christmas Eve Candlelight Lesson and Carols Service, 7:30pm | |||
| Sunday, December 28 • First Sunday of Christmas Worship, 10am |
Wednesday Morning Coffee and Prayer
- When: 9:00AM
- Where: Zoom
The hour together consists of brief check-ins, devotionals, and prayers. We will continue reading from The Upper Room Daily Devotional Guide.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.
Contact the Church Office for the Zoom Link.
Ugly Sweater Battle Royale Holiday Contest
Attention, Fashion Disasters! Do you own a holiday sweater so hideous it frightens small children? One that jangles, sparkles, or possibly hums? Good — because we WANT IT. Wear it proudly to our Ugly Sweater Battle Royale on Sunday (12/14) after the Christmas Children’s Play. Strut your stuff for a chance to win glory, fame, and a questionable prize.
Bring your brightest colors, wildest patterns, and most ridiculous designs for a chance to win:
- Most Creative Sweater
- Ugliest Sweater
- Best Holiday Theme
Join us in celebrating the season with some light-hearted fun!
Sukiyaki Benefit Nominations Needed!
It’s hard to believe that Blaine Memorial’s Sukiyaki Benefit Dinner is around the corner! We’d like to open up nominations for a worthy organization to receive a portion of the proceeds from our annual March event.
Download the form:
View the Sukiyaki 2026 Updates page!
Last Day to Sign Up for Poinsettias on the Altar: December 14
Advent season is almost here, and it’s time to sign up for poinsettias for the altar. You may dedicate a poinsettia in celebration of a person or an event, in memory of a loved one, or to honor God’s glory. Poinsettias may be taken home after our Christmas Eve services. Each plant is $12.00. The deadline for Poinsettia Orders is Sunday, December 14, 2025. Forms are available online on our website, in the Narthex, and in the Office.
Prayers of peace and comfort for the Grace Mandac Adriano Family
Grace Mandac Adriano, 51, passed away at home surrounded by family and friends on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, after a hard-fought battle with cancer. Grace is survived by her husband, Joseph Adriano and sons Caleb and Ethan. She had a love for cooking, gardening, and she loved being in the outdoors with God’s creation. Grace loved her family and friends with all her heart. She embodied a deep love for the intersection of justice and mercy. Grace’s whole professional career was about getting people housed.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to Caleb and Ethan’s College Fund through Blaine Memorial UMC.
A viewing will be held at Bonney Watson Funeral Home at 16445 International Blvd, SeaTac, WA 98188 on Thursday, December 18, 2025 from 12:00PM-8:00PM. There will be a public Celebration of Life service on Saturday, December 20 at 10:00AM at Blaine Memorial United Methodist Church. Following the Celebration of Life service, guests are invited to her burial service and a reception at Bonney Watson Funeral Home at 16445 International Blvd, SeaTac, WA 98188.
May Grace rest in peace and let God’s perpetual light shine upon her. May her soul through the mercy of God, rest in peace.
Community Announcements
Blaine Memorial UMC thanks you for donating during November.
Together, Blaine Memorial UMC collected so many items to help support families in need after SNAP benefits were on hold. Although some SNAP benefits have been restored, some are facing delays.
We are still organizing and sorting what has been collected. Please stay tuned for more info on how much was received. You are a blessing to the community!
If you’d like to give directly to the local organizations, please do so. They have the capacity to purchase food at discounted bulk rates. Please click on ACRS and/or Rainier Valley Food Bank.
December 2025
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