Posts made in August 5th, 2026

Preparing for a Greener Future at Blaine Memorial UMC Comments Off on Preparing for a Greener Future at Blaine Memorial UMC

Preparing for a Greener Future at Blaine Memorial UMC

Posted by on Aug 5, 2026 in Church News & Events, Weekly Calendar

Preparing for a Greener Future at Blaine Memorial UMC

If you are coming to the church and notice that the area near the Social Hall and Nursery looks different, you will see that the overgrown weeds and vegetation have been removed. We are grateful for the tremendous work done by David Yorozu and his friends, who generously gave their time and effort to clear the space and prepare it for the next phase of our energy project.

This area will become the site of our solar battery storage system, an important part of the future vision for Blaine Memorial United Methodist Church. This work is one piece of our larger $2.5 million Solar Energy Grant project funded through the Washington State Department of Commerce.

Thanks to a $2.5 million Solar Energy Grant project funded through the Washington State Department of Commerce, Blaine Memorial UMC is moving toward a sustainable future as we contribute to the responsible stewardship of God’s creation!

As part of this exciting initiative, we are moving toward becoming a more energy-efficient and sustainable church through the installation of new solar panels, heat pumps and other modern improvements to our facilities. These upgrades will help us care for our church building, steward our resources wisely and continue preparing for a strong future of ministry.

Thank you to everyone who has helped make this vision possible. We look forward to seeing the many ways this project will bless our congregation and community for years to come.

Learn More
LAC Chair Refresh Parties! Comments Off on LAC Chair Refresh Parties!

LAC Chair Refresh Parties!

Posted by on Aug 5, 2026 in Church News & Events, Weekly Calendar

Lee Activity Center Chair Refresh Parties — Free Lunch Included!

We’re gathering volunteers to help clean and refresh the 260 chairs in the Lee Activity Center. Volunteers of all abilities are welcome.

Work Dates:

Wednesday, Aug. 12, Noon-4 p.m
Thursday, Aug. 13, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Wednesday, Aug. 19, Noon-4 p.m.
Thursday, Aug. 20, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Help Blaine repair our good, reliable chairs! Feel free to bring your tools and help make some easy fixes we can sit comfortably!

A light lunch will be provided each day. If you have a battery-operated screwdriver or drill with the appropriate bit, please bring it along.

Please let us know which day you plan to attend so we can prepare enough lunch for everyone. Questions? Please contact the church office or speak with Carol Okano, Steve Sakahara or Dale Kaneko.

Thank you for your help and support!

Learn More
All-Church Clean-Up Comments Off on All-Church Clean-Up

All-Church Clean-Up

Posted by on Aug 5, 2026 in Church News & Events, Weekly Calendar

All-Church Clean-Up on Saturday, Sept. 12

The Board of Trustees invites everyone to our biannual All-Church Clean-Up on Saturday, Sept. 12, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., followed by lunch.

Our campus is used by many groups and hosts numerous events throughout the year, so it needs extra care beyond what our weekly janitorial service provides. There will be a variety of activities to fit all skill levels, energy levels and available time commitments.

Calling all Blaine members! Join us as we spruce up our church for the summer! It’s a fun and easy way to help our community!

Projects will include gardening around the courtyard and steps, along with cleaning the sanctuary, Social Hall and Social Hall kitchen.

The church will provide many supplies, but if you have your own gardening gloves or tools, please bring them along.

We would greatly appreciate everyone’s help and hope you can join us. A sign-up sheet will be available in the Social Hall, or you may contact Ron, Tim Ikegami or Jason Lew so we can prepare enough lunch for everyone.

Thank you, and we look forward to seeing you!

Learn More