All are Welcome!
- Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost
- September 27, 2026
- 10:00 a.m.
- View the livestream
Sermon Reflection Questions
- Where in my life have I said “no” to God, and what might it look like to turn back toward Him?
- How does Peter’s story challenge the way I view my own failures, regrets, or past mistakes?
- What is one step of obedience or response God may be inviting me to take now?
Order of Worship
| Prelude “Come, Come, Everybody Worship” TFWS #2271 Miriam Tong |
| Welcome of Grace and Greeting Rev. Karen Yokota Love |
| Land Acknowledgement Rev. Karen Yokota Love |
| Call to Worship Written by Dr. Lisa Hancock, Discipleship Ministries, July 2026 Ron Nobuyama |
| Opening Song “Seek Ye First” UMH #405 Michelle Vaughan and Miriam Tong |
| Opening Prayer Ron Nobuyama |
| Scripture Reading Matthew 21:23–32 (CEB) Tsutomu Nagoya, Ron Nobuyama |
| Children’s Sermon Sai Hanaoka |
| Prayer of the People Rev. Karen Yokota Love |
| Sermon “When ‘No’ Isn’t the End” Rev. Karen Yokota Love |
| Hymn of Reflection “Change My Heart, O God” TFWS #2152 (sing twice) Michelle Vaughan and Miriam Tong |
| Introduction to the Offering Ron Nobuyama |
| Offertory Music “O God Beyond All Praising” TFWS #2009 Miriam Tong |
| Doxology “Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow” UMH #94 |
| Prayer of Dedication Ron Nobuyama |
| Announcements Rev. Karen Yokota Love |
| Closing Hymn “More Like You” (sing twice) TFWS #2167 Miriam Tong |
| Benediction Rev. Karen Yokota Love |
| Postlude “What a Mighty God We Serve” TFWS #2021 Miriam Tong |
| Altar Flowers Miriam Tong |
*Daily Lectionary Readings are provided by Bible Gateway and Vanderbilt University.
Daily Lectionary Readings*
Blaine Memorial UMC Weekly Announcements
Dates to Remember
| Tuesdays through Fridays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. • Migrant and Refugee Donation Ministry at Riverton Park UMC | |||
| Wednesdays, 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. • Coffee and Prayer with Rev. Karen on Zoom | |||
| Oct. 3, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. • Bazaar 2026 (View Poster | View updates!) |
Wednesday Morning Coffee and Prayer
- September 30, 2026
- 9 a.m.
- Zoom
Join Rev. Karen for prayer and fellowship Wednesdays on Zoom. Our time together includes brief check-ins, a devotional and prayer. Feel free to bring a cup of coffee or tea and something light to eat. We hope to see you on Wednesday!
Links are usually sent on Tuesdays. Contact office@blaineonline.org to receive the link to Zoom!
Blaine Memorial Benefit Bazaar
- Saturday, Oct. 3
- 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
The Blaine Benefit Bazaar is just one week away! This year, we’re proud to support La Resistencia, with a portion of the Bazaar proceeds benefiting its important work.
La Resistencia is a grassroots, immigrant-led organization working to end immigrant detention and stop deportations in Washington state. The organization supports people detained at the Northwest Detention Center and advocates for a future where immigrants can remain with their families and communities.
We’re honored to support its mission through this year’s Bazaar!
Pre-order some of your Bazaar food today!
Join us for homemade Japanese food! Available for Pre-Order:
- BBQ chicken bento
- BBQ salmon bento
- Beef curry bento
- Vegetarian yakisoba
- …and more!
Also available at the event:
- Suno dogs
- Hot dogs
- Italian sodas
- Homemade pies
- Ohagi
- Baked goods
- Farmers market
The Bazaar Needs You to Volunteer!
We cannot do this without our trusted volunteers! We need help grilling, cooking, making ohagi, selling baked goods and more. Please sign up in the Social Hall.
Please contact Lesley Okura at okura5@aol.com if you have any questions.
Important Safety Reminder
When coming to church, please do not leave valuables visible in your vehicle. Make sure all items are hidden from sight, and if you have anything of value — especially electronics — please bring it into the church with you rather than leaving it in your car.
Thank you for helping keep our church community safe and aware.
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