Welcome!
- April 23, 2023
- Hybrid Worship
- 10pm in the Sanctuary
- Scroll to view today’s bulletin or view the print version
Order of Worship
| Prelude “All I Need Is You” by Dan Adler Kathy Onishi |
| Welcome of Grace and Greeting Rev. Karen Yokota Love |
| Opening Hymn “Open The Eyes Of My Heart” (Worship & Song #3008) Kathy & Eugene Onishi, Unison |
| Litany for Christian Unity UMH #556 Rev. Karen Yokota Love |
| First Scripture Reading Luke 24:13-18, 25-35 (CEB) Jordan L. & Tsutomu Nagoya |
| Children’s Message Lawrence Paltep |
| Special Music I “There’s a Wilderness in God’s Mercy” The Onishi Family |
| Scripture Reading Romans 12:3-8 (CEB) Lawrence Paltep & Tsutomu Nagoya |
| Sermon “#BeUMC: Connected” Rev. Mia MiKyung Park |
| Special Music II “We Are Marching (Siyahamba)” (TFWS #2235-b) The Onishi Family |
| Introduction to the Offering Rev. Karen Yokota Love |
| Doxology “Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow” (UMH #94) Kathy Onishi |
| Prayer of Dedication Rev. Karen Yokota Love |
| Announcements Rev. Karen Yokota Love |
| Closing Hymn “They’ll Know We Are Christians by Our Love” (TFWS #2223) Kathy & Eugene Onishi, Unison |
| Benediction Rev. Mia MiKyung Park |
| Postlude “Give Me A Clean Heart” By Margaret P. Douroux Kathy Onishi |
| Passing of the Peace Rev. Karen Yokota Love |
| Zoom Breakout Room Dale Kaneko |
Sermon Reflection Questions
- What does it mean to be “part” of the body? What part are you? What are the benefits of knowing you are joined with others in this body?
- Do you feel reassured by the idea that we don’t have to accomplish everything alone and that by working together, we can achieve things that would be impossible for us to achieve individually?
- In verse 5, we read that, “individually we belong to each other.” What is meant by that? How do you belong to your church? How do you belong to the United Methodist Church? How are you connected to Christians across the globe? Throughout time?
- How will you nurture your connections to others? To your church? To God?
Sermon title and questions are adapted from #BeUMC campaign website https://www.resourceumc.org/en/
Upcoming Lectionary Scriptures
| Monday 4/24 Psalm 134; Genesis 18:1-14; 1 Peter 1:23-25 |
| Tuesday 4/25 Psalm 134; Proverbs 8:32-9:6; 1 Peter 2:1-3 |
| Wednesday 4/26 Psalm 134; Exodus 24:1-11; John 21:1-14 |
| Thursday 4/27 Psalm 23; Exodus 2:15b-25; 1 Peter 2:9-12 |
| Friday 4/28 Psalm 23; Exodus 3:16-22, 4:18-20; 1 Peter 2:13-17 |
| Saturday 4/29 Psalm 23; Ezekiel 34:1-16; Luke 15:1-7 |
Announcements
Order Sukiyaki Dinner 3 Ways!
Now Available!
How to pre-order Sukiyaki:
- VIsit our Sukiyaki Square Site
- Email the church at blaineoffice@yahoo.com
- Call the Office at (206) 723-1536
Sukiyaki is back! We are excited to bring back Sukiyaki to you. This year’s Sukiyaki Event/benefit is Take Out Only!
There is no ordering available through Realm. Please use one of the above methods to order your meals. Walk-ins are welcome! We will accept cash, credit cards, and checks.
Bring your own reusable bag and be eco-friendly! As a community, we strive to make a positive impact on our environment while delivering delicious meals and services. We are using recyclable products to reduce our carbon footprint.
Both cooked and uncooked sukiyaki will be available for $20.00 per serving. Ohagi, Tsukemono, our 2020 Blaine Memorial UMC cookbook will be available for purchase. We’ll also have a Bake Sale onsite, so bring some extra cash to buy some delicious treats!
This year’s benefit recipient is Rainier Valley Food Bank. If you’d like to make a donation directly to Rainier Valley Food Bank, you may do so when ordering your meal online, write us a check or pay with cash. The Rainier Valley Food Bank provides food assistance and other essential resources to the South Seattle Community.
Special thanks to our creatives who developed our Sukiyaki designs. We are also grateful for Ally and Steve who helped with the production process. We are excited to bring our delicious Sukiyaki back to you, your family and friends!
Blaine Memorial UMC continues to be a beacon of hope in Beacon Hill, Seattle, WA! May you experience Christ’s light and community through this opportunity to reconnect and to experience Blaine’s love!
Apply Now! Blaine Educational Scholarships
Due May 17
The Blaine Memorial United Methodist Church Educational Scholarships are designed to support the mission of the church through supporting a multitude of educational opportunities. We are proud to have helped students in their pursuit of continuing education since 1968. Applications are due May 17. We are blessed to offer the following scholarships: the Vera Ing Scholarship, Blaine Memorial United Methodist Church Scholarship, Yasuda Scholarship, William S. Yorozu Scholarship, and the Robert S. Sato Scholarship. Visit blaineonline.org for more information.
Blaine Cookbook needs your recipes!
Due May 31
Blaine Memorial United Methodist Church will release a 120th Anniversary Edition of “Let’s Dine!”, the latest in a series of cookbooks produced by Blaine Memorial over the past 70 years. This cookbook will commemorate the 120th Anniversary of Blaine Memorial, with a scheduled release of January 2024. We are seeking submissions for the 2024 cookbook and are calling on you to contribute! Visit blaineonline.org for info.
Summer Camps & VBS 2023!
See Dates
This summer’s Camping Ministries and Vacation Bible School schedules are out! Please save the dates for your children and youth!
| June 25-30 Jr/High Camp (for incoming 6th-9th graders) |
| July 10-14 Vacation Bible School 10am-3pm |
| July 23-28 Asian Camp (for incoming 10th grade-2 yrs. post-HS) |
Jr. High Camp registration is open now! Please register your youth by May 31!