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First Sunday after the Epiphany, Baptism of the Lord Comments Off on First Sunday after the Epiphany, Baptism of the Lord

First Sunday after the Epiphany, Baptism of the Lord

Posted by on Jan 7, 2026 in Blaine Youth Group, Church News & Events, Giving, Prayer, Sermons, Service Opportunities, Small Groups, Spiritual Formation, Sunday Worship, Weekly Calendar

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  • First Sunday after the Epiphany (Baptism of the Lord)
  • January 11, 2026
  • 10:00AM
  • View the livestream

Video

Sermon Questions

  • Where in your life do you feel unworthy or unsure – and what would it look like to step forward anyway, trusting God?
  • When have you felt a real sense of belonging, and how can you help create that same sense for someone else this week?
  • What is one voice you need to turn down, and one way you can listen more closely for God’s voice this week?

Order of Worship

Prelude
“Baptized in Water”
TFWS #2248

David Ige
Welcome of Grace and Greeting
Pastor Job Pangilinan
Land Acknowledgement
Pastor Job Pangilinan
*Call to Worship 
Rev. Dr. Mark Hearn
*Opening Hymn
“Let All Things Now Living”
TFWS #2008

David Ige and Michelle Vaughan 
Opening Prayer
Rev. Dr. Mark Hearn 
First Scripture Reading
Isaiah 42:1-9 (CEB)
Tsutomu Nagoya, Rev. Dr. Mark Hearn
Children’s Sermon
Teacher Sai Hanaoka 
Second Scripture Reading & Gospel Reading 
Acts 10:34-43; Matthew 3:13-17 (CEB)
Tsutomu Nagoya, Rev. Dr. Mark Hearn  
Sermon
“Stepping Into the Water Together”
Pastor Job Pangilinan 
Hymn of Reflection
“Precious Lord, Take My Hand”
UMH #474

David Ige and Michelle Vaughan 
Introduction to the Offering
Give through Realm 
Rev. Dr. Mark Hearn
Offertory Music 
“He is God”
By Wes Terasaki and Randy Way

Miriam Tong 
*Doxology 
“Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow”
UMH #94

Miriam Tong and Michelle Vaughan 
*Prayer of Dedication
Rev. Dr. Mark Hearn 
Announcements
Ron Nobuyama
*Closing Hymn
“The Summons”
TFWS #2130

Miriam Tong and Michelle Vaughan 
*Benediction
Pastor Job Pangilinan 
Postlude 
“O Lord, You’re Beautiful”
By Keith Green and Sharon Wilson

Miriam Tong 
Fellowship Breakout Room
Rev. Dr. Jeney Park-Hearn 
Altar Flowers
Sharon Maeda

Daily Lectionary Readings*

Sunday, January 11, 2026: Baptism of the Lord 
Isaiah 42:1-9; Psalm 29; Acts 10:34-43; Matthew 3:13-17
Monday, January 12, 2026:
Psalm 89:5-37; Genesis 35:1-15; Acts 10:44-48; 
Tuesday, January 13, 2026:
Psalm 89:5-37; Jeremiah 1:4-10; Acts 8:4-13; 
Wednesday, January 14, 2026:
Psalm 89:5-37; Isaiah 51:1-16; Matthew 12:15-21; 
Thursday, January 15, 2026:
Psalm 40:1-11; Isaiah 22:15-25; Galatians 1:6-12; 
Friday, January 16, 2026:
Psalm 40:1-11; Genesis 27:30-38; Acts 1:1-5; 
Saturday, January 17, 2026:
Psalm 40:1-11; 1 Kings 19:19-21; Luke 5:1-11;

*Daily Lectionary Readings are provided by Bible Gateway and Vanderbilt University.


BMUMC Announcements

Check out what’s happening at Blaine Memorial UMC!

Dates to Remember

Sunday, January 25, 2026
• Blaine Memorial’s 122nd Anniversary Celebration!

Join us for our regular Wednesday Prayer & Coffee meetings on Zoom, resuming January 14!

Wednesday, January 14, 2026: Wednesday Prayer & Coffee Update

Wednesday Prayer and Coffee will be taking two Wednesdays off. Please join Rev. Karen as we resume our time together on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at 9:00 AM on Zoom.

Our time together includes brief check-ins, devotionals, and prayers. It’s a wonderful way to start your morning —clearing and centering your mind while connecting with God and your prayer community. Feel free to bring a cup of coffee or tea, and a bite to eat.

We hope to see you on Wednesday, January 14, 2026!

Sunday, January 25, 2026: Blaine Memorial’s 122nd Anniversary Celebration!

On Sunday, January 25, we will joyfully celebrate 122 years of Blaine Memorial United Methodist Church. During worship, we will honor members and friends who are 88 years old or older and lovingly remember our saints who passed away this past year at age 88 or beyond.

Following worship, we will gather for a celebratory lunch honoring both our 88+ members and our church’s long and faithful ministry. More details will be shared soon — all are welcome, and we hope you will join us for this meaningful and joyful day.


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Epiphany Sunday Comments Off on Epiphany Sunday

Epiphany Sunday

Posted by on Jan 1, 2026 in Beacon News, Blaine Youth Group, Church News & Events, Giving, Prayer, Sermons, Service Opportunities, Small Groups, Spiritual Formation, Sunday Worship, Weekly Calendar

All are Welcome!

Sermon Questions

  • Seeing the Light – Where do you sense God’s light breaking through in your life or in our community right now – and what might be keeping your eyes closed to it?
  • Receiving the Truth with Humility – Once we see the light, God often invites us to change. What truth might the Spirit be gently teaching you to receive, especially in how you love God, your neighbor, or even your enemy? 
  • Becoming the Light for Others – How might our church’s everyday acts of care – sharing food, offering welcome, showing compassion – become clearer signs of Christ’s light and hope for our neighborhood, not just for us but for the world God loves?

Order of Worship

Prelude
What Child is This”
Leann Onishi
Welcome of Grace and Greeting
Pastor Job Pangilinan
Land Acknowledgement 
Pastor Job Pangilinan
*Call to Worship 
Rev. Dr. Mark Hearn 
*Opening Hymn 
“Gather Us In”
TFWS #2236

Kathy and Leann Onishi
Opening Prayer 
Rev. Dr. Mark Hearn 
First Scripture Reading 
Ephesians 1:3-14 (CEB)
Tsutomo Nagoya, Rev. Dr. Mark Hearn
Children’s Sermon 
Teacher Sai Hanaoka
Second Scripture Reading 
John 1:10-18 (CEB)
Tsutomo Nagoya, Rev. Dr. Mark Hearn
Sermon
“Epiphany: When the Promise Becomes Light” 
Pastor Job Pangilinan 
Hymn of Reflection
Here is Bread, Here is Wine
(TFWS #2266)
Leann and Kathy Onishi
Holy Communion
Rev. Dr. Jeney Park-Hearn and Pastor Job Pangilinan
Introduction to the Offering
(Give through Realm)
Rev. Dr. Mark Hearn
Offertory Song
God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen
By J Kyle Wilsor
Leann Onishi
*Doxology 
“Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow”
UMH #94 

Kathy and Leann Onishi
*Prayer of Dedication 
Rev. Dr. Mark Hearn 
Announcements 
Ron Nobuyama 
*Closing Hymn 
“Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise”
UMH #103

Kathy and Leann Onishi
*Benediction 
Pastor Job Pangilinan
Postlude
“Angels We Have Heard on High
Leann Onishi
Altar Flowers 
Carol Kastrup

Daily Lectionary Readings*

Sunday, January 04, 2026: Second Sunday after Christmas Day 
Jeremiah 31:7-14 or Sirach 24:1-12; Psalm 147:12-20 or Wisdom of Solomon 10:15-21; Ephesians 1:3-14; John 1:(1-9), 10-18
Monday, January 05, 2026:
Psalm 72; Joshua 1:1-9; Hebrews 11:32-12:2; 
Tuesday, January 06, 2026: Epiphany of the Lord 
Isaiah 60:1-6; Psalm 72:1-7, 10-14; Ephesians 3:1-12; Matthew 2:1-12
Wednesday, January 07, 2026:
Psalm 72; 1 Kings 10:1-13; Ephesians 3:14-21; 
Thursday, January 08, 2026:
Psalm 29; 1 Samuel 3:1-9; Acts 9:1-9; 
Friday, January 09, 2026:
Psalm 29; 1 Samuel 3:10-4:1a; Acts 9:10-19a; 
Saturday, January 10, 2026:
Psalm 29; 1 Samuel 7:3-17; Acts 9:19b-31;

*Daily Lectionary Readings are provided by Bible Gateway and Vanderbilt University.


BMUMC Announcements

Check out what’s happening at Blaine Memorial UMC!

Dates to Remember

Now to Monday, January 5, 2026
• OFFICE CLOSED
Sunday, January 4, 2026
• New Year’s Ozoni Soup Meal
Sunday, January 25, 2026
• Blaine Memorial’s 122nd Anniversary Celebration!

Happy New Year! Join us Sunday, January 4 for our annual ozoni soup meal!

Sunday January 4, 2026: New Year’s Ozoni Soup Meal after Worship!


Ozoni mochi soup will be joyfully prepared and served following worship on Sunday, January 4. The Blaine Memorial Choir will host us in the customary making and serving of this traditional New Year’s rice-cake soup. Each bowl of ozoni comes with the Choir’s heartfelt wishes for a blessed and joyful New Year in 2026. Please join us after worship as we celebrate the New Year together in fellowship and gratitude. Happy New Year from the Blaine Memorial Choir!

Join us for our regular Wednesday Prayer & Coffee meetings on Zoom, resuming January 14!

Wednesday, January 14, 2026: Wednesday Prayer & Coffee Update

Wednesday Prayer and Coffee will be taking two Wednesdays off. Please join Rev. Karen as we resume our time together on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at 9:00 AM on Zoom.

Our time together includes brief check-ins, devotionals, and prayers. It’s a wonderful way to start your morning —clearing and centering your mind while connecting with God and your prayer community. Feel free to bring a cup of coffee or tea, and a bite to eat.

We hope to see you on Wednesday, January 14, 2026!

Sunday, January 25, 2026: Blaine Memorial’s 122nd Anniversary Celebration!

On Sunday, January 25, we will joyfully celebrate 122 years of Blaine Memorial United Methodist Church. During worship, we will honor members and friends who are 88 years old or older and lovingly remember our saints who passed away this past year at age 88 or beyond.

Following worship, we will gather for a celebratory lunch honoring both our 88+ members and our church’s long and faithful ministry. More details will be shared soon — all are welcome, and we hope you will join us for this meaningful and joyful day.

The Church Office will be closed from Thursday, December 25, 2025-January 5, 2026.

Holiday Office Closure Until January 5, 2026

The Blaine Memorial UMC Office will be celebrating Christmas and Japanese New Year at the end of this month, which will alter our regular business hours. The Church Office will be closed from Thursday, December 25, 2025-January 5, 2026. Regular business hours will resume on Tuesday, January 6, 2026. Our regular hours are 10AM to 4PM — Tuesday through Friday.

Blaine Memorial UMC has a new P.O. Box address!

New P.O. Box Address for Blaine Memorial UMC (Paper) 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. 


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Blaine Memorial UMC Bazaar 2025: Thank You! Comments Off on Blaine Memorial UMC Bazaar 2025: Thank You!

Blaine Memorial UMC Bazaar 2025: Thank You!

Posted by on Dec 30, 2025 in Archives, Beacon News, Blaine Youth Group, Church News & Events, Congregational Care, Giving, Service Opportunities, Small Groups, Weekly Calendar

Dale H. Watanabe organizes teriyaki salmon and chicken, yakisoba, curry and other plates. Kathy Onishi and her box up salmon teriyaki plates. Friends from Tsuru for Solidarity, this year’s beneficiary share more about justice causes.


Blaine Memorial UMC Bazaar 2025

Thank You for Your Support!

By the BMUMC Bazaar 2025 Committee

Photos by Sally Sekijima, Jesse N. Love, et. al.

With a grateful heart, we thank all our faithful volunteers for their generous time and support of the 2025 Blaine Memorial Benefit Bazaar.

There are so many church members and friends that provided help everywhere needed that numbered in the hundreds–please know you are recognized and loved for your helping hands. We saw an increase in attendance and funds raised this year and will award a portion of the proceeds in the coming months for Tsuru for Solidarity to further their mission to “…educate, advocate, and protest to close all U.S. concentration camps.”

There are a multitude of individuals to thank including the committee leaders:

Tom Yoshioka served behind-the-scenes for Bazaar 2025’s success!

Bakery:

  • Jason Yada

Ohagi:

  • Donna Sekijima

Pie and Ohagi Sales:

  • Terri Adolfo

Did you get your blueberry pie? Volunteers mix fillings for pie during Bazaar 2025.

Farmers’ Market:

  • Stacy Nagaoka
  • Wendy Yates

Take-Out:

  • Eugene Onishi
  • Kathy Onishi
  • Arlene Naganawa
  • Dale Watanabe

Members and friends of Blaine Memorial UMC prepare carrots and other vegetables for curry to sell at this year’s Bazaar benefit event. What are ways we can continue to bring together Church and community? 

Curry:

  • Tina Fujii

Salmon, Chicken Prep:

  • Lisa Mar

BBQ:

  • Steve Sofronas
  • Jason Lew
  • Joe Adolfo
  • Tim Ikegami
  • Howard Nakase

Rice:

  • Dick Yamamoto
  • John Lim
  • John Hodge

Dishwashing:

  • Joel Ing
  • Harry Tang

Post-Packaging:

Sunday Sales:

  • Sylvia Wong 

Tsukemono:

  • Dave Hayasaka
  • Jim Okura

Pie-Baking:

  • Roberta and Tom Yoshioka

Dough-Making:

  • Stacey Shimon
  • Sam Kim
  • Brian Okura

Yakisoba:

  • Howard Nakase

Cashiers:

  • Barbara Nagaoka
  • George Yates

IT:

  • Susan Lee-Yamamoto

Recycle/Compost:

  • Pearl Yamamoto

Youth Booth:

  • Pastor Job Pangilinan
  • Kaylee Yokoyama

Tea:

  • Dale Kaneko

Lesley Okura celebrates another Bazaar in the history books, bringing community together for a good cause.

We apologize for any key members that were inadvertently missed but know you are part of the success. God’s blessings to you all!

More Photos!

Many thanks to the generous donations from SK Produce, Uwajimaya, and T. Yorozu Gardening Company. Howard Nakase, Lesley Okura, Anne Arakaki-Lock, Sally Sekijima, Ron Nobuyama and Barbara Nagaoka are all members of Blaine Memorial UMC in Seattle.


BMUMC Announcements

Check out what’s happening at Blaine Memorial UMC!

Dates to Remember

Thursday, December 25, 2025 – Monday, January 5, 2026
• OFFICE CLOSED
Friday, December 27-31, 2025
Christmas Institute 2025 “Balikbayan” at Lake Retreat Camp
Wednesday, December 31, 2025
• New Year’s Eve
Thursday, January 1, 2026
• New Year’s Day
Sunday, January 4, 2026
• New Year’s Ozoni Soup Meal

Happy New Year! Join us Sunday, January 4 for our annual ozoni soup meal!

Sunday January 4, 2026: New Year’s Ozoni Soup Meal after Worship!


Ozoni mochi soup will be joyfully prepared and served following worship on Sunday, January 4. The Blaine Memorial Choir will host us in the customary making and serving of this traditional New Year’s rice-cake soup. Each bowl of ozoni comes with the Choir’s heartfelt wishes for a blessed and joyful New Year in 2026. Please join us after worship as we celebrate the New Year together in fellowship and gratitude. Happy New Year from the Blaine Memorial Choir!

Join us for our regular Wednesday Prayer & Coffee meetings on Zoom, resuming January 14!

Wednesday, January 14, 2026: Wednesday Prayer & Coffee Update

Wednesday Prayer and Coffee will be taking two Wednesdays off. Please join Rev. Karen as we resume our time together on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at 9:00 AM on Zoom.

Our time together includes brief check-ins, devotionals, and prayers. It’s a wonderful way to start your morning —clearing and centering your mind while connecting with God and your prayer community. Feel free to bring a cup of coffee or tea, and a bite to eat.

We hope to see you on Wednesday, January 14, 2026!

The Church Office will be closed from Thursday, December 25, 2025-January 5, 2026.

Holiday Office Closure from December 25, 2025 – January 5, 2026

The Blaine Memorial UMC Office will be celebrating Christmas and Japanese New Year at the end of this month, which will alter our regular business hours. The Church Office will be closed from Thursday, December 25, 2025-January 5, 2026. Regular business hours will resume on Tuesday, January 6, 2026. Our regular hours are 10AM to 4PM — Tuesday through Friday.

Blaine Memorial UMC has a new P.O. Box address!

New P.O. Box Address for Blaine Memorial UMC (Paper) 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. 


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A Special Message from Bishop Bob

Posted by on Dec 28, 2025 in Archives, Beacon News, Blaine Youth Group, Congregational Care, Small Groups, Weekly Calendar

(Cover) Bishop Robert T. Hoshibata preaches during Blaine Memorial UMC’s 120th Anniversary Celebration. Bishop Bob pens this special message on the history of the LAC. (Video) View the history of the development of the Lee Activity Center with interviews, photos, and a retrospective on why this extended space to the community is sacred.


A Special Message from Bishop Bob

The Lee Activity Center Dream

By Bishop Robert T. Hoshibata, Retired

Special Video Presentation by Dale Kaneko

Photos by Blaine Memorial UMC

Retired Bishop Bob Hoshibata pens a letter to his former congregation reminiscing on the vision of the construction of our Patricia Chikamoto Lee Activity Center.

Looking back 25 years, I don’t remember exactly how the idea germinated for the building that has become the Patricia Chikamoto Lee Activity Center. Perhaps it was because the Blaine Memorial Nikkei Volleyball teams had no gym of their own in which to practice (the teams needed a lot of practice, if I recall!). Somehow, the idea was born for a gym where persons from the Church and community could come for fellowship and enjoy team play. Leaders of the church enthusiastically supported the idea. Planning began, the idea grew and developed, and the dream began to materialize.

For 25 years, the Lee Activity Center has been more than a “gym”. It’s a place for finding God, sharing meals, meeting community leaders, and more.

With the support of many people, the seed was planted and excitement and energy blossomed. So many people contributed in many ways – not only with financial support, but also with their prayers and encouragement. Soon, we were envisioning not only building a “gym,” but creating a place with the potential for much more than volleyball or basketball games on a court. It was an exercise in faith: how to turn a humble dream into a magnificent reality which would become what it is today: a space for growing, laughing and working together, a place of outreach in the name of Christ, where all persons are welcomed to celebrate together, to worship and hear the Word preached, to lean on each other for comfort, to rejoice in celebration, to break bread together, to excite and energize the community to social action.

Over the years, the Lee Activity Center has served as a worship hub, gathering many in the community for worship, political discussions, and more.

Dreaming was the easy part. Designing the activity center was the exciting part. Raising funds was perhaps the most challenging part. But dreaming, designing, and donating all became part of the joy of seeing a dream become reality; of discovering the power of community, connecting, and sharing together.

Now, 25 years later, we give thanks for all who had a part in bringing the dream to reality. We are grateful for those who now continue to make the Patricia Chikamoto Lee Activity Center a sacred space where relationships are built as part of Blaine Memorial United Methodist Church’s legacy and gift to God and the community.

The dream lives on in you! Thanks be to God!

Blessings,

Bishop Robert T. Hoshibata (Retired)

Blaine Memorial UMC celebrated 25 years of the LAC with a curry chicken lunch.


BMUMC Announcements

Check out what’s happening at Blaine Memorial UMC!

Dates to Remember

Thursday, December 25, 2025 – Monday, January 5, 2026
• OFFICE CLOSED
Friday, December 27-31, 2025
Christmas Institute 2025 “Balikbayan” at Lake Retreat Camp
Wednesday, December 31, 2025
• New Year’s Eve
Thursday, January 1, 2026
• New Year’s Day
Sunday, January 4, 2026
• New Year’s Ozoni Soup Meal

Happy New Year! Join us Sunday, January 4 for our annual ozoni soup meal!

Sunday January 4, 2026: New Year’s Ozoni Soup Meal after Worship!


Ozoni mochi soup will be joyfully prepared and served following worship on Sunday, January 4. The Blaine Memorial Choir will host us in the customary making and serving of this traditional New Year’s rice-cake soup. Each bowl of ozoni comes with the Choir’s heartfelt wishes for a blessed and joyful New Year in 2026. Please join us after worship as we celebrate the New Year together in fellowship and gratitude. Happy New Year from the Blaine Memorial Choir!

Join us for our regular Wednesday Prayer & Coffee meetings on Zoom, resuming January 14!

Wednesday, January 14, 2026: Wednesday Prayer & Coffee Update

Wednesday Prayer and Coffee will be taking two Wednesdays off. Please join Rev. Karen as we resume our time together on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at 9:00 AM on Zoom.

Our time together includes brief check-ins, devotionals, and prayers. It’s a wonderful way to start your morning —clearing and centering your mind while connecting with God and your prayer community. Feel free to bring a cup of coffee or tea, and a bite to eat.

We hope to see you on Wednesday, January 14, 2026!

The Church Office will be closed from Thursday, December 25, 2025-January 5, 2026.

Holiday Office Closure from December 25, 2025 – January 5, 2026

The Blaine Memorial UMC Office will be celebrating Christmas and Japanese New Year at the end of this month, which will alter our regular business hours. The Church Office will be closed from Thursday, December 25, 2025-January 5, 2026. Regular business hours will resume on Tuesday, January 6, 2026. Our regular hours are 10AM to 4PM — Tuesday through Friday.

Blaine Memorial UMC has a new P.O. Box address!

New P.O. Box Address for Blaine Memorial UMC (Paper) 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. 


The Beacon is Now Available!

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First Sunday after Christmas Comments Off on First Sunday after Christmas

First Sunday after Christmas

Posted by on Dec 27, 2025 in Beacon News, Blaine Youth Group, Church News & Events, Giving, Prayer, Sermons, Small Groups, Spiritual Formation, Sunday Worship, Weekly Calendar

All are Welcome!

Video

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Sermon Questions for Reflection

  • Where do we see parallels between ancient tyranny (Herod) and modern injustices, and how does God’s intervention offer hope for the vulnerable?
  • How do we respond when life feels uncertain, like Joseph, and we’re being led away from what seems safe toward an unknown future?
  • Where do we need to “strip off pretenses” (like Herod’s power-hunger) to follow God’s path for our lives, even if it leads to a humble “Nazareth”?
  • How can we, like the Holy Family, find our security not in earthly power but in God’s divine, protective presence? 

Order of Worship

Prelude
“Glory to God in the Highest”
By Jay Althouse

Kathy Onishi
Welcome of Grace and Greeting
Pastor Job Pangilinan
Land Acknowledgement
Pastor Job Pangilinan
Call to Worship
Pastor Job Pangilinan
*Opening Hymn
“Once in Royal David’s City”
UMH #250

Eugene and Kathy Onishi
First Scripture Reading
Matthew 2:13-23 (CEB)
Tsutomu Nagoya, Sally Sekijima
Children’s Sermon
Pastor Job Pangilinan
Second Scripture Reading
Isaiah 63:7-9 (NRSVUE)
Tsutomu Nagoya, Sally Sekijima
Sermon
“Moving Forward in Uncertain Times”
Rev. Karen Yokota Love
Hymn of Reflection
“O Love, How Deep”
UMH #267 (Verses 1, 2, 5 and 6)
Introduction to the Offering
Sally Sekijima
Offertory Song
“Love Has Come”
Worship and Song #3059

Kathy Onishi
*Doxology
“Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow”
UMH #94

Eugene and Kathy Onishi
*Prayer of Dedication
Sally Sekijima
Announcements
Rev Karen Yokota Love and Friends
*Closing Hymn/Special Music
“Joy to the World/Unspeakable Joy”
By Isaac Watts, George Frideric Handel, Chris Tomlin, Ed Cash, Matt Gilder
*Benediction
Rev. Karen Yokota Love
Postlude
“Joy to the World/Unspeakable Joy (reprise)”
Kathy Onishi
Altar Flowers
Sharon Maeda

Daily Lectionary Readings*

Sunday, December 28, 2025: First Sunday after Christmas Day 
Isaiah 63:7-9; Psalm 148; Hebrews 2:10-18; Matthew 2:13-23
Monday, December 29, 2025:
Psalm 20; Jeremiah 31:15-22; Luke 19:41-44; 
Tuesday, December 30, 2025:
Psalm 20; Isaiah 26:1-9; 2 Corinthians 4:16-18; 
Wednesday, December 31, 2025:
Psalm 20; 1 Kings 3:5-14; John 8:12-19; 
Thursday, January 01, 2026: Holy Name of Jesus 
Numbers 6:22-27; Psalm 8; Galatians 4:4-7 or Philippians 2:5-11; Luke 2:15-21

New Year’s Day 
Ecclesiastes 3:1-13; Psalm 8; Revelation 21:1-6a; Matthew 25:31-46
Friday, January 02, 2026:
Psalm 20; Genesis 12:1-7; Hebrews 11:1-12; 
Saturday, January 03, 2026:
Psalm 72; Genesis 28:10-22; Hebrews 11:13-22;

*Daily Lectionary Readings are provided by Bible Gateway and Vanderbilt University.


BMUMC Announcements

Check out what’s happening at Blaine Memorial UMC!

Dates to Remember

Thursday, December 25, 2025 – Monday, January 5, 2026
• OFFICE CLOSED
Friday, December 27-31, 2025
Christmas Institute 2025 “Balikbayan” at Lake Retreat Camp
Wednesday, December 31, 2025
• New Year’s Eve
Thursday, January 1, 2026
• New Year’s Day
Sunday, January 4, 2026
• New Year’s Ozoni Soup Meal

Happy New Year! Join us Sunday, January 4 for our annual ozoni soup meal!

Sunday January 4, 2026: New Year’s Ozoni Soup Meal after Worship!


Ozoni mochi soup will be joyfully prepared and served following worship on Sunday, January 4. The Blaine Memorial Choir will host us in the customary making and serving of this traditional New Year’s rice-cake soup. Each bowl of ozoni comes with the Choir’s heartfelt wishes for a blessed and joyful New Year in 2026. Please join us after worship as we celebrate the New Year together in fellowship and gratitude. Happy New Year from the Blaine Memorial Choir!

Join us for our regular Wednesday Prayer & Coffee meetings on Zoom, resuming January 14!

Wednesday, January 14, 2026: Wednesday Prayer & Coffee Update

Wednesday Prayer and Coffee will be taking two Wednesdays off. Please join Rev. Karen as we resume our time together on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at 9:00 AM on Zoom.

Our time together includes brief check-ins, devotionals, and prayers. It’s a wonderful way to start your morning —clearing and centering your mind while connecting with God and your prayer community. Feel free to bring a cup of coffee or tea, and a bite to eat.

We hope to see you on Wednesday, January 14, 2026!

The Church Office will be closed from Thursday, December 25, 2025-January 5, 2026.

Holiday Office Closure from December 25, 2025 – January 5, 2026

The Blaine Memorial UMC Office will be celebrating Christmas and Japanese New Year at the end of this month, which will alter our regular business hours. The Church Office will be closed from Thursday, December 25, 2025-January 5, 2026. Regular business hours will resume on Tuesday, January 6, 2026. Our regular hours are 10AM to 4PM — Tuesday through Friday.

Blaine Memorial UMC has a new P.O. Box address!

New P.O. Box Address for Blaine Memorial UMC (Paper) 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. 


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