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?
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
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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(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,
BishopRobert 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
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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Blaine Memorial UMC will offer two Christmas Eve Services, Christmas Eve Family Service and a Candlelight Lesson and Carols Service.
Dates to Remember
Sunday, December 21, 10:00AM • Christmas Music Sunday in the Sanctuary
Sunday, December 21, 1:00PM • Blue Christmas Service in the Sanctuary
Monday, December 22 • OFFICE CLOSED
Wednesday, December 24, 4:00PM • Christmas Eve Family Worship Service
Wednesday, December 24, 7:30PM • Christmas Eve Candlelight Lesson and Carols Service
Thursday, December 25 • Merry Christmas!
Friday, December 26 • BYG Christmas Party
Sunday, December 28, 10:00AM • First Sunday of Christmas Worship
Thursday, December 25, 2025 – Monday, January 5, 2026 • OFFICE CLOSED
Join us on Christmas Eve beginning at 5:00pm for Christmas Eve Fellowship Time!
New! Christmas Eve Fellowship Time will be from 5:00pm – 7:15pm
Christmas Eve is just around the corner! This year at Blaine Memorial UMC, we invite you to enjoy a special Christmas Eve Fellowship Hour from 5:00–7:15 PM on Christmas Eve. If you’re planning to attend the 7:30 PM Christmas Eve Traditional Lessons and Carols Service, we warmly encourage you to come early and share in fellowship beforehand. It’s a wonderful opportunity to gather, connect, and prepare our hearts together for worship. Please note: there will not be fellowship time after the 7:30PM Christmas Eve service. We look forward to celebrating this holy night with you.
Calling all bakers or donors! Blaine Memorial UMC requests cookies for Christmas Eve!
New! Cookie Alert for Wednesday, Christmas Eve (12/24) Fellowship Hour Between 5:00pm-7:00pm
COOKIE ALERT! We need your help for Christmas Eve’s Fellowship time which will be between 5:00PM-7:00PM. Can you bring a dozen cookies to share? Homemade or store-bought are both welcome! Please drop them off in the LAC kitchen by 4:00PM. See you there!
The Church Office will be closed from Thursday, December 25, 2025-January 5, 2026.
New! 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.
Join Blaine Memorial UMC on Wednesdays for Prayer and Coffee on Zoom!
Wednesday (12/24) Prayer and Coffee on Zoom at 9:00am
Join Rev. Karen for prayer and community on Wednesday, December 17 at 9:00 AM on Zoom. The time together consists of brief check-ins, devotionals, and prayers. We will read from A Sanctified Art’s Do You Fear? devotional book. 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. Hope to see you on Wednesday.
Grace Mandac Adriano
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 Education Funds by making checks payable to American Funds Service Company. Memo: Caleb and Ethan’s Education Funds. Contributions may also be mailed to Joseph Adriano at 12451 84th Avenue S., Seattle, WA 98178.
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.
Job Opening: Part-Time Youth Director Needed!
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.
The Beacon is Now Available!
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What do you “hear” as you sing or listen to the songs of Christmas?
How do these carols contribute to your celebration of Christ’s birth?
The Yates Family will light the fourth Advent Candle.
Order of Worship
Prelude “In Silence We Wait” By Lloyd Larson Kathy Onishi
Words of Grace and Greeting Rev. Karen Yokota Love
Call to Worship Ron Nobuyama
Opening Prayer Ron Nobuyama
Lighting the Advent Candles The Yates Family
Introduction to Christmas Music Sunday Eugene Onishi
Special Ukulele Music
• “Do You Hear What I Hear?“ • “Angels We Have Heard on High“ • “Mary, Did You Know?“ • “O Holy Night“ • “Mele Kalikimaka“ Blaine Ukulele Group of Seattle, Rev. Karen Yokota Love (Narration)
Special Video “In the Shadows of this Waiting Season“ The Work of the People
Musical Response to the Message “Noel” By Chris Tomlin, Ed Cash and Matt Redman Blaine Praise Band
Prayers of the People Rev. Karen Yokota Love
Special Choir Song “There Shall Come Forth a Shoot From Jesse” By Hal H. Hopson Blaine Memorial Choir
Introduction to the Offering Ron Nobuyama
Offertory “Do You See a Star” By John Parker and Larry Schckley Blaine Memorial Choir
Doxology “Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow” UMH #94 Kathy and Eugene Onishi
Prayer of Dedication Ron Nobuyama
Special Music “Breath of Heaven” By Amy Grant Marina Kozu
Special Music “Star Child” By John Carter and Mary Kay Beall Blaine Memorial Choir
Announcements Rev. Karen Yokota Love
Closing Music “Sing We the Song of Emmanuel” By Matt Boswell, Matt Papa, Stuart Townend, and Keith Getty Blaine Praise Band
Benediction Rev. Karen Yokota Love
Postlude “One Holy Night in Bethlehem” TFWS #2097 Kathy Onishi
Blaine Memorial UMC will offer two Christmas Eve Services, Christmas Eve Family Service and a Candlelight Lesson and Carols Service.
Dates to Remember
Sunday, December 21, 10:00AM • Christmas Music Sunday in the Sanctuary
Sunday, December 21, 1:00PM • Blue Christmas Service in the Sanctuary
Monday, December 22 • OFFICE CLOSED
Wednesday, December 24, 4:00PM • Christmas Eve Family Worship Service
Wednesday, December 24, 7:30PM • Christmas Eve Candlelight Lesson and Carols Service
Thursday, December 25 • Merry Christmas!
Friday, December 26 • BYG Christmas Party
Sunday, December 28, 10:00AM • First Sunday of Christmas Worship
Thursday, December 25, 2025 – Monday, January 5, 2026 • OFFICE CLOSED
Join us on Christmas Eve beginning at 5:00pm for Christmas Eve Fellowship Time!
New! Christmas Eve Fellowship Time will be from 5:00pm – 7:15pm
Christmas Eve is just around the corner! This year at Blaine Memorial UMC, we invite you to enjoy a special Christmas Eve Fellowship Hour from 5:00–7:15 PM on Christmas Eve. If you’re planning to attend the 7:30 PM Christmas Eve Traditional Lessons and Carols Service, we warmly encourage you to come early and share in fellowship beforehand. It’s a wonderful opportunity to gather, connect, and prepare our hearts together for worship. Please note: there will not be fellowship time after the 7:30PM Christmas Eve service. We look forward to celebrating this holy night with you.
Calling all bakers or donors! Blaine Memorial UMC requests cookies for Christmas Eve!
New! Cookie Alert for Wednesday, Christmas Eve (12/24) Fellowship Hour Between 5:00pm-7:00pm
COOKIE ALERT! We need your help for Christmas Eve’s Fellowship time which will be between 5:00PM-7:00PM. Can you bring a dozen cookies to share? Homemade or store-bought are both welcome! Please drop them off in the LAC kitchen by 4:00PM. See you there!
The Church Office will be closed from Thursday, December 25, 2025-January 5, 2026.
New! 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.
Join Blaine Memorial UMC on Wednesdays for Prayer and Coffee on Zoom!
Wednesday (12/24) Prayer and Coffee on Zoom at 9:00am
Join Rev. Karen for prayer and community on Wednesday, December 17 at 9:00 AM on Zoom. The time together consists of brief check-ins, devotionals, and prayers. We will read from A Sanctified Art’s Do You Fear? devotional book. 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. Hope to see you on Wednesday.
Grace Mandac Adriano
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 Education Funds by making checks payable to American Funds Service Company. Memo: Caleb and Ethan’s Education Funds. Contributions may also be mailed to Joseph Adriano at 12451 84th Avenue S., Seattle, WA 98178.
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.
Job Opening: Part-Time Youth Director Needed!
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.
The Beacon is Now Available!
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It’s that time: dust off your favorite ugly holiday sweater from your closet and enter into the Battle Royale!
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!
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.
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.
Save the dates for our upcoming Advent and Christmas Worship Services!
December Worship Dates to Remember
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
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.
Blaine Memorial UMC has a new P.O. Box address!
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.
Elaine Chin serves up hot and fresh sukiyaki beef.
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.
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 Education Funds by making checks payable to American Funds Service Company. Memo: Caleb and Ethan’s Education Funds. Contributions may also be mailed to Joseph Adriano at 12451 84th Avenue S., Seattle, WA 98178. Please see the attached image for more information!
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
Thank you Blaine Memorial community for supplying food for those in need in November!
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.
Click or tap to view the latest issue of the Beacon newsletter!
Can our Blaine Memorial members give to build a new kin-dom here on earth? If not our time, what talents can we give during this stewardship season?
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.
On Sunday, be sure to bring your WRAPPED Giving Tree gifts for sorting! They will be given to the students of Kimball Elementary School.
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!
You’re invited to leave a message of peace for our community members through these Christmas cards.
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).
Click or tap to view the latest issue of the Beacon newsletter!
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.
Blaine Memorial UMC has a new P.O. Box address!
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.
Save the dates for our upcoming Advent and Christmas Worship Services!
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.
It’s that time: dust off your favorite ugly holiday sweater from your closet and enter into the Battle Royale!
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
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Join us in celebrating the season with some light-hearted fun!
Elaine Chin serves up hot and fresh sukiyaki beef.
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.
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
Thank you Blaine Memorial community for supplying food for those in need in November!
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.
