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Twenty-Third Sunday after Pentecost

Posted by on Oct 27, 2024 in Blaine Youth Group, Church News & Events, Congregational Care, Giving, Miscellaneous, Prayer, Sermons, Service Opportunities, Small Groups, Spiritual Formation, Sunday Worship, Weekly Calendar

All are Welcome!

  • Twenty-Third Sunday after Pentecost
  • October 27, 2024
  • 10:00am
  • Hybrid Worship
  • View the PDF

Order of Worship

Prelude
Kyrie
Kathy Onishi
Welcome of Grace and Greeting
Rev. Karen Yokota Love
*Call to Worship
Rev. Karen Yokota Love
*Opening Song
Open the Eyes of My Heart
Eugene and Kathy Onishi
Opening Prayer
Yuki Sofronas 
Scripture Reading
Mark 10:46-52 (CEB)
Tsutomu Nagoya, Yuki Sofronas 
Children’s Message
Sai Hanaoka
Special Music
There’s a Wideness in God’s Mercy
Blaine Memorial Choir 
Sermon
Blind Faith
Rev. Karen Yokota Love
Hymn of Meditation
Open My Eyes That I May See
(UMH 454)
Eugene and Kathy Onishi
Prayers of the People
Rev. Karen Yokota Love
Invitation to the Offering
Yuki Sofronas
*Doxology
Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow
Eugene and Kathy Onishi 
*Prayer of Dedication
Yuki Sofronas
Announcements
Rev. Karen Yokota Love
*Closing Hymn
Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus
(UMH #349)
Eugene and Kathy Onishi
*Benediction
Rev. Karen Yokota Love
Postlude
Taste and See
Kathy Onishi

Today’s altar flowers are provided by Miriam Tong.

Daily Lectionary Readings

  • Why is blindness and the restoration of sight a good illustration for spiritual realities? Where in the Bible is this used to speak of our spiritual state?
  • Do you find the ‘art of stopping’ hard to do? How might you grow in this art?
  • How would you respond to someone who argues that the reason a person isn’t healed is because they don’t have enough faith? What is true faith?
  • What can we learn from Bartimaeus about the nature of genuine discipleship?

Daily Lectionary Readings

Sunday, October 27, 2024:
Job 42:1-6, 10-17 and Psalm 34:1-8, (19-22) • Jeremiah 31:7-9 and Psalm 126 • Hebrews 7:23-28 • Mark 10:46-52
Monday, October 28, 2024:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 28 • Isaiah 59:9-19 • 1 Peter 2:1-10
Complementary: Psalm 119:17-24 • Exodus 4:1-17 • 1 Peter 2:1-10 
Tuesday, October 29, 2024:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 28 • Ezekiel 18:1-32 • Acts 9:32-35
Complementary: Psalm 119:17-24 • 2 Kings 6:8-23 • Acts 9:32-35 
Wednesday, October 30, 2024:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 28 • Ezekiel 14:12-23 • Matthew 20:29-34
Complementary: Psalm 119:17-24 • Jeremiah 33:1-11 • Matthew 20:29-34
Thursday, October 31, 2024:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 146 • Ruth 1:18-22 • Hebrews 9:1-12
Complementary: Psalm 119:1-8 Exodus 22:1-15 • Hebrews 9:1-12
Friday, November 01, 2024: All Saints Day
Semi-continuous: Psalm 146 • Ruth 2:1-9 • Romans 3:21-31
Complementary: Psalm 119:1-8 • Leviticus 19:32-37 • Romans 3:21-31 
Saturday, November 02, 2024:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 146 • Ruth 2:10-14 • Luke 10:25-37
Complementary: Psalm 119:1-8 • Numbers 9:9-14 • Luke 10:25-37 

Announcements

Trunk or Treat! • Today after Worship Service

Trunk-or-Treat is a wonderful opportunity for our church to provide a safe trick-or-treat experience for families. 

Costumes are encouraged! We love to see everyone dressed up, even the adults! 

Once again, please be sensitive in regards to costumes that are too scary or gory. We also ask that your costume not have a mask that covers your entire face of that your face is painted in a way that makes you unrecognizable. For safety reasons, all adults should be able to recognize the faces of the other adults. 

Contact Jennifer Lew for questions or read more about Trunk or Treat, here!

Reflections on 120 Years of Grace Creative Competition • Submissions due today!

In conjunction with this discussion series, the Archives Committee is organizing another “competition” organized by Shig Nishida.  We are asking members to submit their reflections on the history and future of Blaine Memorial UMC.  This can take the form of submitting a few sentences, a paragraph, a short essay, short graphic novel/cartoon/anime, short play, a prayer, poems, music/song (new composition or lyrics sung to the tune of a known song), artwork, video, dance, etc.  Let us read/hear/see/feel your thoughts on the 120 years of Grace and the next 120 years of Grace for Blaine Memorial UMC.  Submit your entries to the Blaine Memorial UMC office by October 27, 2024 (sooner than later is preferred).

The Archives Committee continually seeks relevant church documents, photographs, and other materials and memorabilia to add to our archival records and illuminate previously unknown parts of our church’s history. Please let the committee know if you have any materials to donate or materials for the committee to scan and add to the archives. Monetary donations in support of the work of the archives are also appreciated.

“Context: Putting Scripture in Its Place” Fall Book Study Continues • October 29

You’re invited to join Rev. Dr. John Miyahara (UMC Navy Chaplain), Rev. Brian Lee (Simpson UMC in Arvada, CO), and congregation members of the Japanese American United Methodist Caucus in a 6-week book study. We will be reading Context: Putting Scripture in its Place. Please note that reading the book isn’t required!

Books are available in the Church Office for $17.00. The study continues on Tuesday, October 15, 2024 from 6:30-8:00 PM. The Zoom link will be sent out closer to the beginning of the book study date. Please contact Rev. Karen will any questions.

Prayers and Coffee on Zoom • Wednesdays at 9am

Join the Rev. Karen Yokota Love for prayer and community on Wednesdays at 9:00 AM on Zoom. Our time together consists of brief check-ins, devotionals, and prayers. 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.

All Saints Worship Service • Next Sunday, November 3

All Saints’ Day is a Christian Memorial Day celebrating the honor of all church saints, whether known or unknown. You’re invited to bring pictures of your loved ones (relatives, friends, animal companions) to honor and celebrate their memory and your time with them. You are welcome to bring photos, artwork, trinkets, tokens, prose, and poetry to place on the altar in remembrance of your dearly departed. Please bring items that you feel comfortable leaving on the altar as we will remember our departed ones at our All Saints’ Worship Service. 

We will be reading names of our church members who have passed away from November 1, 2023-November 1, 2024.

The young people of Blaine Memorial UMC help prepare Thanksgiving meals for Kimball Elementary. Want to help? Contact Terry Adolfo or our Church Office for information!

Sign-Up Now: Thanksgiving Meals and Giving Tree 2024!

Apple Crisp Work Party
Sunday, November 10, 2024, after fellowship, Lee Activity Center
Mashed Potatoes Work Party
Sunday, November 24, 2024, after fellowship, Lee Activity Center
Kimball Elementary Food Delivery
Tuesday, November 26, 2024, 10:00AM
Giving Tree
Sunday, November 17- Sunday, December 1, 2024
Giving Tree, Wrapped Gifts Due
Sunday, December 8, 2024

Read more about the Thanksgiving Meals project and Giving Tree!

Our next Charge Conference Meeting with Ad Board and SPRC will be on November 14, 2024 at 6:30 for SPRC, then 7:00pm for leadership.

Charge Conference Meeting • November 14 at 6:30p for SPRC, 7:00p for leadership

This year’s Charge Conference will be on Thursday, November 14 at 7:00 PM for leadership only (SPRC, Ad Board, Trustees, Finance Teams). SPRC will meet with DS Rev. Derek at 6:30 PM. This leadership gathering holds significance for our faith community as we come together to celebrate our ministries in 2024 and cast our vision for 2025. Our District Superintendent, Rev. Derek Nakano will preside over the meeting. Please submit your area and ministry reports by Friday, November 1, 2024. If you have questions, please contact Rev. Karen.

Afghanistan and Ukrainian Refugee Donation Ministry

Items being collected: At this time, we have an abundance of some items and so we are NOT in need of clothing or children’s toys. Especially needed items include women’s products, toothpaste, personal care items, rice cookers, blenders, mixing bowls, microwave ovens, toasters, mixers, irons, dish sets, towels, and blankets.

Blaine Memorial UMC Collection Hours: Collection items can be dropped off at the Blaine Memorial Social Hall from Tuesday-Friday between 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Please call the Church Office at (206) 723-1536 prior to dropping off your items.

South King County Response Center Collection Volunteer Hours: The Donation Center is open on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM, same time as the Tukwila Pantry at 3118 S. 140th St. Seattle. Please text Kim Parks at (206) 683-1707 when you would like to help. Please wear a mask and bring a marking pen and measuring tape if possible. Other Questions? Please contact Donna Sekijima or Anne Arakaki-Lock.

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BYG Update

Posted by on Oct 22, 2024 in Blaine Youth Group, Church News & Events, Congregational Care, Giving, Prayer, Service Opportunities, Small Groups, Spiritual Formation

The young people of Blaine Memorial UMC help prepare Thanksgiving meals for Kimball Elementary. Want to help? Contact Terry Adolfo, Kaylee Yokoyama, or our Church Office for information!

Help us develop leaders this Thanksgiving!

By Kaylee Yokoyama

Upcoming Events

Apple Crisp Work Party
Sunday, November 10, 2024, after fellowship, Lee Activity Center
Mashed Potatoes Work Party
Sunday, November 24, 2024, after fellowship, Lee Activity Center
Kimball Elementary Food Delivery
Tuesday, November 26, 2024, 10:00AM

As we head into November, we are entering Stewardship Month – a season of reflection, service, and gratitude. When I think about stewardship, I can’t help but envision the comforting smell of warm apple crisp fresh out of the oven, the deliciousness of mashed potatoes, and the joyful sounds of the Blaine community coming together. Throughout stewardship month, the Blaine Youth Group focuses on using their skills and talents toward acts of service. During the month of November, BYG continues their tradition of serving Thanksgiving meals to Kimball Elementary families and the youth serve their community through offering their gifts, time, and service.

This season is also a reminder to express our gratitude. As there have been many recent and ongoing changes within BYG leadership, I am grateful for the support and dedication of our wonderful BYG leaders. Their passion for supporting the youth’s growth through their mentorship and care for the youth is an example of the stewardship that BYG values and strives to demonstrate. Here are some thoughts from our supportive BYG members as we rev things up for the Thanksgiving season:

“I like doing the Thanksgiving service project at BYG because it is fun.” -Marisa I.

“Not only do I enjoy spending time with BYG youth while providing meals for Kimball, but I also feel fulfilled knowing that I am supporting students in my community.” -Emma H.

“Getting the opportunity through Blaine to support the next generation of students in the same community that I grew up in is always one of the most fulfilling experiences I get to participate in at Blaine.” -Aiden Lew

I have had the privilege of working with these talented and amazing leaders, and I am blessed that BYG has leaders who have stepped up to support the youth and their growth. I also want to extend my heartfelt thanks to the parents and congregation members who consistently support BYG. Your love and encouragement are deeply valued, and I hope we can continue to show our gratitude to our community through meaningful acts of service!

BYG meets on Sundays at 10:00 AM. We will gather in the Sanctuary for the beginning of worship service before transitioning over to the Nishida Room for BYG time after the children’s message.


Blaine Youth Group (BYG) is a place where youth (6th-12th grade) are invited into a loving community and celebrated as they are. BYG provides a safe environment for youth to build lasting friendships, grow spiritually, learn acceptance of self and others, express compassion for the world, and develop a love for God. BYG has a space for any person who is interested, and all are welcome.

Contact Information:

Kaylee Yokoyama, Associate Director of Youth Ministry

Announcements

Prayers and Coffee on Zoom • Wednesdays at 9am

Join Anne Arakaki-Lock for prayer and community on Wednesdays at 9:00 AM on Zoom. Our time together consists of brief check-ins, devotionals, and prayers. 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.

Afghanistan and Ukrainian Refugee Donation Ministry

Items being collected: At this time, we have an abundance of some items and so we are NOT in need of clothing or children’s toys. Especially needed items include women’s products, toothpaste, personal care items, rice cookers, blenders, mixing bowls, microwave ovens, toasters, mixers, irons, dish sets, towels, and blankets.

Blaine Memorial UMC Collection Hours: Collection items can be dropped off at the Blaine Memorial Social Hall from Tuesday-Friday between 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Please call the Church Office at (206) 723-1536 prior to dropping off your items.

South King County Response Center Collection Volunteer Hours: The Donation Center is open on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM, same time as the Tukwila Pantry at 3118 S. 140th St. Seattle. Please text Kim Parks at (206) 683-1707 when you would like to help. Please wear a mask and bring a marking pen and measuring tape if possible. Other Questions? Please contact Donna Sekijima or Anne Arakaki-Lock.

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Sign-Up Now: Thanksgiving Meals and Giving Tree 2024! Comments Off on Sign-Up Now: Thanksgiving Meals and Giving Tree 2024!

Sign-Up Now: Thanksgiving Meals and Giving Tree 2024!

Posted by on Oct 22, 2024 in Blaine Youth Group, Church News & Events, Congregational Care, Giving, Miscellaneous, Prayer, Service Opportunities, Small Groups

Our young folks and parents prepare peeled apples to make apple crisp as part of a hearty Thanksgiving meal for Kimball Elementary School families. Sign up now to volunteer or donate, now!

Sign-Up Now: Thanksgiving Meals and Giving Tree 2024!

By Terri Adolfo

Upcoming Events

Apple Crisp Work Party
Sunday, November 10, 2024, after fellowship, Lee Activity Center
Mashed Potatoes Work Party
Sunday, November 24, 2024, after fellowship, Lee Activity Center
Kimball Elementary Food Delivery
Tuesday, November 26, 2024, 10:00AM
Giving Tree
Sunday, November 17- Sunday, December 1, 2024
Giving Tree, Wrapped Gifts Due
Sunday, December 8, 2024

Support Kimball Elementary School by either volunteering or providing financial support to help meet the needs of our low-income neighbors.

This year, we are partnering with Kimball Elementary School to provide Thanksgiving meals and Christmas gifts for their underprivileged students and families. To increase our capacity to serve more families, Thanksgiving meals will mostly be store-bought. Like last year, we will gather to make apple crisp and mashed potatoes (see above dates). Everyone is welcome — so please come join us. We are accepting donations to help pay for the meals and ingredients.

Terri Adolfo hangs Giving Tree gift tags for the Blaine Memorial community.

The Giving Tree decorated with gift tags will be in the Social Hall from November 17 to December 1, 2024. Please reach out to the Church Office to arrange for tag pickups during office hours if you are not able to pick them up after service. Gift tags not taken by Sunday, December 1 will be collected and distributed to volunteer shoppers. If you are not able to take tags but would like to participate or help, we are gratefully accepting donations.

Note: Please return wrapped gifts with a tag securely attached no later than Sunday, December 8, 2024.

Kimball Elementary anticipates a greater need from their student community this year due to the increased student enrollment.

Donations for the Thanksgiving Service and the Giving Tree can be made through Blaine Memorial’s website (scan the QR code), text/SMS, cash/check, and Realm. For Thanksgiving meals, please select “BYG” and type in “Thanksgiving” in the memo field. For the Giving Tree, please select “Special Donations/Other” and write “Giving Tree” in the memo field.

Thank you for your ongoing generosity and support to help bless those in need in our community!

Contact Terri Adolfo if you have any questions.

Terri Adolfo is a member of Blaine Memorial UMC, Seattle, Wash.

Announcements

Prayers and Coffee on Zoom • Wednesdays at 9am

Join Anne Arakaki-Lock for prayer and community on Wednesdays at 9:00 AM on Zoom. Our time together consists of brief check-ins, devotionals, and prayers. 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.

Afghanistan and Ukrainian Refugee Donation Ministry

Items being collected: At this time, we have an abundance of some items and so we are NOT in need of clothing or children’s toys. Especially needed items include women’s products, toothpaste, personal care items, rice cookers, blenders, mixing bowls, microwave ovens, toasters, mixers, irons, dish sets, towels, and blankets.

Blaine Memorial UMC Collection Hours: Collection items can be dropped off at the Blaine Memorial Social Hall from Tuesday-Friday between 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Please call the Church Office at (206) 723-1536 prior to dropping off your items.

South King County Response Center Collection Volunteer Hours: The Donation Center is open on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM, same time as the Tukwila Pantry at 3118 S. 140th St. Seattle. Please text Kim Parks at (206) 683-1707 when you would like to help. Please wear a mask and bring a marking pen and measuring tape if possible. Other Questions? Please contact Donna Sekijima or Anne Arakaki-Lock.

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Twenty-Second Sunday after Pentecost

Posted by on Oct 20, 2024 in Blaine Youth Group, Church News & Events, Congregational Care, Giving, Innovation Hub, Lenten Season, Miscellaneous, Pastors' Columns, Prayer, Sermons, Small Groups, Spiritual Formation, Sunday Worship, Weekly Calendar

All are Welcome!

  • Twenty-Second Sunday after Pentecost
  • October 20, 2024
  • 10:00am
  • Hybrid Worship
  • View the PDF
  • Today’s altar flowers are provided by the Kometani Family in memory of Tom Kometani.

Order of Worship

Prelude
Great Is the Lord
Michael W. Smith and Deborah D. Smith
Kathy Onishi
Welcome of Grace and Greeting
Rev. Karen Yokota Love
*Call to Worship
David Yorozu
*Opening Song
Jesu, Jesu
(UMH #432) 
Eugene and Kathy Onishi
Opening Prayer
David Yorozu
Scripture Reading
Mark 10:35-45 (NRSVUE)
Tsutomu Nagoya, David Yorozu
Children’s Message
Sai Hanaoka
Special Music
I Will Follow
Blaine Memorial Choir 
Sermon
Not So With You
Rev. Dr. Mark C. Hearn
Hymn of Meditation
Lord Whose Love Through Humble Service
(UMH #581)
Eugene and Kathy Onishi
Prayers of the People
Rev. Karen Yokota Love
Invitation to the Offering
David Yorozu
*Doxology
Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow
Eugene and Kathy Onishi
*Prayer of Dedication
David Yorozu
Announcements
Rev. Karen Yokota Love
*Closing Hymn
The Summons
(TFWS #2130)
Eugene and Kathy Onishi
*Benediction
Rev. Dr. Mark C. Hearn
Postlude
Love the Lord Your God
Jean and Jim Strathdee
Kathy Onishi

Sermon Questions

  • What personal power do you hold and how do you hold it?
  • What power does Blaine Memorial hold and how do we hold it?
  • How are we becoming more like Jesus in our lives today?

Daily Lectionary Readings

Sunday, October 20, 2024
Job 38:1-7, (34-41) and Psalm 104:1-9, 24, 35c • Isaiah 53:4-12 and Psalm 91:9-16 • Hebrews 5:1-10 • Mark 10:35-45
Monday, October 21, 2024:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 75 • Job 40:1-24 • Hebrews 6:1-12
Complementary: Psalm 37:23-40 • 1 Samuel 8:1-18 • Hebrews 6:1-12
Tuesday, October 22, 2024:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 75 • Job 41:1-11 • Hebrews 6:13-20
Complementary: Psalm 37:23-40 • 1 Samuel 10:17-25 • Hebrews 6:13-20
Wednesday, October 23, 2024:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 75 • Job 41:12-34 • John 13:1-17
Complementary: Psalm 37:23-40 • 1 Samuel 12:1-25 • John 13:1-17
Thursday, October 24, 2024:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 34:1-8 • 2 Kings 20:12-19 • Hebrews 7:1-10;
Complementary: Psalm 126 • Jeremiah 23:9-15 • Hebrews 7:1-10
Friday, October 25, 2024:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 34:1-8 • Nehemiah 1:1-11 • Hebrews 7:11-22;
Complementary: Psalm 126 • Jeremiah 26:12-24 • Hebrews 7:11-22
Saturday, October 26, 2024:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 34:1-8 • Job 42:7-9 • Mark 8:22-26;
Complementary: Psalm 126 • Jeremiah 29:24-32 • Mark 8:22-26

Announcements

Pastor Appreciation Lunch • Today after Worship

Did you know that October is Pastor Appreciation Month? Staff Parish Relations Committee (SPRC) is hosting a Pastor Appreciation Lunch next Sunday, October 20, immediately after worship in the Social Hall. Join us for a delicious meal and celebrate Revs. Karen, Jeney, Mark, and Cruz!

This celebration was established in 1992 with a mission of uplifting and encouraging pastors, missionaries and religious workers. Let’s celebrate our pastors and lift them up for their hard work, ministry, and dedication to Blaine Memorial UMC.

Reflections on 120 Years of Grace Discussion: “Into the Future” • Today, 11:45a-12:45p

The Archives Committee concludes the discussion series on the 120-year history and future of Blaine Memorial UMC, titled “Reflections on 120 Years of Grace.”  The discussion sessions will be held from 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. after Sunday service in the Social Hall on October 13 and 20, 2024.  Light refreshments will be served. 

Today’s final session, titled “Into the Future,” will reflect on what we have learned and discuss our visions for the future development of the church.  Materials will be presented from the archives as well as church members knowledgeable about each period will speak of their experiences. 

There will be ample time for participants to ask questions and share their own thoughts. Please join us in learning more about our church’s history and begin discussions on our visions for the next 120 years.

Creative Competition • Submissions due October 27

In conjunction with this discussion series, the Archives Committee is organizing another “competition” organized by Shig Nishida.  We are asking members to submit their reflections on the history and future of Blaine Memorial UMC.  This can take the form of submitting a few sentences, a paragraph, a short essay, short graphic novel/cartoon/anime, short play, a prayer, poems, music/song (new composition or lyrics sung to the tune of a known song), artwork, video, dance, etc.  Let us read/hear/see/feel your thoughts on the 120 years of Grace and the next 120 years of Grace for Blaine Memorial UMC.  Submit your entries to the Blaine Memorial UMC office by October 27, 2024 (sooner than later is preferred).

The Archives Committee continually seeks relevant church documents, photographs, and other materials and memorabilia to add to our archival records and illuminate previously unknown parts of our church’s history. Please let the committee know if you have any materials to donate or materials for the committee to scan and add to the archives. Monetary donations in support of the work of the archives are also appreciated.

“Context: Putting Scripture in Its Place” Fall Book Study Continues • October 22

You’re invited to join Rev. Dr. John Miyahara (UMC Navy Chaplain), Rev. Brian Lee (Simpson UMC in Arvada, CO), and congregation members of the Japanese American United Methodist Caucus in a 6-week book study. We will be reading Context: Putting Scripture in its Place. Please note that reading the book isn’t required!

Books are available in the Church Office for $17.00. The study continues on Tuesday, October 15, 2024 from 6:30-8:00 PM. The Zoom link will be sent out closer to the beginning of the book study date. Please contact Rev. Karen will any questions.

Prayers and Coffee on Zoom • Wednesdays at 9am

Join us for prayer and community on Wednesdays at 9:00 AM on Zoom. Our time together consists of brief check-ins, devotionals, and prayers. 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.

Trunk or Treat! • Sunday, October 27 after Worship Service

Trunk-or-Treat is a wonderful opportunity for our church to provide a safe trick-or-treat experience for families. 

Costumes are encouraged! We love to see everyone dressed up, even the adults! 

Once again, please be sensitive in regards to costumes that are too scary or gory. We also ask that your costume not have a mask that covers your entire face of that your face is painted in a way that makes you unrecognizable. For safety reasons, all adults should be able to recognize the faces of the other adults. 

Would you like to participate and/or decorate your trunk? Please contact Jennifer Lew.

Read more about Trunk or Treat, here!

Afghanistan and Ukrainian Refugee Donation Ministry

Items being collected: At this time, we have an abundance of some items and so we are NOT in need of clothing or children’s toys. Especially needed items include women’s products, toothpaste, personal care items, rice cookers, blenders, mixing bowls, microwave ovens, toasters, mixers, irons, dish sets, towels, and blankets.

Blaine Memorial UMC Collection Hours: Collection items can be dropped off at the Blaine Memorial Social Hall from Tuesday-Friday between 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Please call the Church Office at (206) 723-1536 prior to dropping off your items.

South King County Response Center Collection Volunteer Hours: The Donation Center is open on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM, same time as the Tukwila Pantry at 3118 S. 140th St. Seattle. Please text Kim Parks at (206) 683-1707 when you would like to help. Please wear a mask and bring a marking pen and measuring tape if possible. Other Questions? Please contact Donna Sekijima or Anne Arakaki-Lock.

View the October 2024 Calendar

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Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost & World Communion Sunday

Posted by on Oct 6, 2024 in Blaine Youth Group, Church News & Events, Congregational Care, Giving, Prayer, Sermons, Service Opportunities, Small Groups, Spiritual Formation, Sunday Worship, Weekly Calendar

All are Welcome!

  • Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost
  • World Communion Sunday
  • October 6, 2024 • 10:00am
  • Hybrid Worship
  • View the PDF

Order of Worship

Prelude
How Majestic is Your Name
(TFWS #2023)
Kathy Onishi
Welcome of Grace and Greeting
Rev. Karen Yokota Love
*Call to Worship 
Based on Psalm 26
*Opening Song
Time Now to Gather
(TFWS #2265) 
Eugene and Kathy Onishi
Opening Prayer
Stephen Sumida
First Scripture Reading
Mark 10:13-16
Tsutomu Nagoya, Stephen Sumida
Children’s Message
Sai Hanaoka
Special Music
Christ Came to Live Here
Among Us
By Hal H. Hopson
Blaine Memorial Choir
Second Scripture Reading
Acts 18:22-28
Tsutomu Nagoya, Stephen Sumida
Sermon
Teamwork
Rev. Karen Yokota Love
Hymn of Meditation
Lord, We Come to Ask Your Blessing
(TFWS #2230) 
Eugene Onishi and Kathy Onishi
Holy Communion
Rev. Karen Yokota Love
Rev. Dr. Jeney Park-Hearn
Rev. Cruz Edwin Santos
Invitation to the Offering
Stephen Sumida
*Doxology 
Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow
Eugene and Kathy Onishi
*Prayer of Dedication
Stephen Sumida
Announcements
Rev. Karen Yokota Love
*Closing Hymn
Let Us Be Bread
(TFWS #2260)
Eugene Onishi and Kathy Onishi
*Benediction
Rev. Karen Yokota Love
Postlude
May You Run And Not Be Weary
(TFWS #2281)
Kathy Onishi

Sermon Questions

  • Why do you think teamwork is valuable?
  • How can working in a team help you achieve your goals?
  • What are some challenges you might face when working in a team, and how can you overcome them?
  • What does it mean to receive the kingdom like a child?

Daily Lectionary Readings

Sunday, October 06, 2024:
Job 1:1, 2:1-10 and Psalm 26 • Genesis 2:18-24 and Psalm 8 • Hebrews 1:1-4, 2:5-12 • Mark 10:2-16
Monday, October 07, 2024:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 55:1-15 • Job 8:1-22 • 1 Corinthians 7:1-9;
Complementary: Psalm 112 • Deuteronomy 22:13-30 • 1 Corinthians 7:1-9
Tuesday, October 08, 2024:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 55:1-15 • Job 11:1-20 • 1 Corinthians 7:10-16;
Complementary: Psalm 112 • Deuteronomy 24:1-5 • 1 Corinthians 7:10-16
Wednesday, October 09, 2024:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 55:1-15 • Job 15:1-35 • Matthew 5:27-36
Complementary: Psalm 112 • Jeremiah 3:6-14 • Matthew 5:27-36
Thursday, October 10, 2024:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 22:1-15 • Job 17:1-16 • Hebrews 3:7-19;
Complementary: Psalm 90:12-17 • Deuteronomy 5:1-21 • Hebrews 3:7-19
Friday, October 11, 2024:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 22:1-15 • Job 18:1-21 • Hebrews 4:1-11;
Complementary: Psalm 90:12-17 • Deuteronomy 5:22-33 • Hebrews 4:1-11
Saturday, October 12, 2024:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 22:1-15 • Job 20:1-29 • Matthew 15:1-9;
Complementary: Psalm 90:12-17 • Amos 3:13-4:5 • Matthew 15:1-9

Announcements

Bazaar Lunch with Love Offering for Mission Guatemala

After worship, we will have our fellowship time in the LAC with Bazaar foods! Please bring extra cash, since there will be a love offering and it will benefit Mission Guatemala. 

We’ll also sell leftover food, plants, desserts, or anything that we didn’t sell at the Bazaar! 

“Context: Putting Scripture in Its Place” Fall Book Study Continues

You’re invited to join Rev. Dr. John Miyahara (UMC Navy Chaplain), Rev. Brian Lee (Simpson UMC in Arvada, CO), and congregation members of the Japanese American United Methodist Caucus in a 6-week book study. We will be reading Context: Putting Scripture in its Place. Please note that reading the book isn’t required!

Books are available in the Church Office for $17.00. The study continues on Tuesday, October 8, 2024 from 6:30-8:00 PM. The Zoom link will be sent out closer to the beginning of the book study date. Please contact Rev. Karen will any questions.

Prayers and Coffee on Zoom • Wednesdays at 9am

Join Rev. Karen for prayer and community on Wednesdays at 9:00 AM on Zoom. Our time together consists of brief check-ins, devotionals, and prayers. 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.

Church Office Closed

The Church Office will be closed on Friday, October 11 in observance of Indigenous Peoples Day.

The Rev. Karen Yokota Love speaks during a QA session with clergy during Asian Camp 2024.

Asian Camp 50th Anniversary Event (Southern California) • October 12

Calling all Asian Camp campers, counselors, directors, past and present! RSVP for this years AC 50th anniversary event on October 12! RSVPs & ticket purchasing is due by August 20th, 2024.

  • Visit withjoy.com/asiancamp
  • Ticket purchasing will be done through PayPal found at njaumccamps.org/50th OR checks made out to NJAUMC Camping Ministries, sent to our Camping Board Finance Chair Carol Tondo at 2313 Pacific Avenue, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266.

In addition, the Sunday following (10/13), we will be having a joint gathering/service at Centenary UMC at 2PM. Join us in continuing to fellowship together as we celebrate 50 years of camp! Please contact Rev. Karen if you have any questions.

Trunk or Treat! • Sunday, October 27th after Worship Service

Trunk-or-Treat is a wonderful opportunity for our church to provide a safe trick-or-treat experience for families. 

Costumes are encouraged! We love to see everyone dressed up, even the adults! 

Once again, please be sensitive in regards to costumes that are too scary or gory. We also ask that your costume not have a mask that covers your entire face of that your face is painted in a way that makes you unrecognizable. For safety reasons, all adults should be able to recognize the faces of the other adults. 

Would you like to participate and/or decorate your trunk? Please contact Jennifer Lew.

Afghanistan and Ukrainian Refugee Donation Ministry

Items being collected: At this time, we have an abundance of some items and so we are NOT in need of clothing or children’s toys. Especially needed items include women’s products, toothpaste, personal care items, rice cookers, blenders, mixing bowls, microwave ovens, toasters, mixers, irons, dish sets, towels, and blankets.

Blaine Memorial UMC Collection Hours: Collection items can be dropped off at the Blaine Memorial Social Hall from Tuesday-Friday between 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Please call the Church Office at (206) 723-1536 prior to dropping off your items.

South King County Response Center Collection Volunteer Hours: The Donation Center is open on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM, same time as the Tukwila Pantry at 3118 S. 140th St. Seattle. Please text Kim Parks at (206) 683-1707 when you would like to help. Please wear a mask and bring a marking pen and measuring tape if possible. Other Questions? Please contact Donna Sekijima or Anne Arakaki-Lock.

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Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost & Mission Guatemala Sunday

Posted by on Sep 29, 2024 in Blaine Youth Group, Church News & Events, Congregational Care, Giving, Prayer, Sermons, Service Opportunities, Small Groups, Spiritual Formation, Sunday Worship, Weekly Calendar

All are Welcome!

  • Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost
  • Mission Guatemala Sunday
  • September 29, 2024, 10:00am
  • Hybrid Worship
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Order of Worship

Prelude
The Family Prayer Song
Morris Chapman                         
Kathy Onishi 
Welcome of Grace and Greeting
Rev. Karen Yokota Love
*Call to Worship
Jill Nishi
*Opening Song      
Spirit Song
UMH #347 
Eugene and Kathy Onishi 
Opening Prayer                
Josh Akiyama
Celebrating the Reappointments of Our Clergy   
Arlene Naganawa
First Scripture Reading  
James 5:13-20   
Tsutomu Nagoya, Anne Arakaki-Lock
Children’s Message
Sai Hanaoka
Anthem
Go Ye, Go Ye Into the World
Natalie Sleeth
Blaine Memorial Choir
Mission Guatemala Testimonials
Katelyn Nakase, Kenji Guess
Mission Guatemala Video
Alice Ikeda
Second Scripture Reading
Philippians 2:1-4  
Tsutomu Nagoya, Howard Nakase
Third Scripture Reading
Hebrews 13:16 
Tsutomu Nagoya, Howard Nakase
Mission Guatemala Testimonials
Alice Ikeda, Bob Sekijima
Song of Reflection    
Change My Heart, O God 
TFWS #2152 
Eugene and Kathy Onishi
Introduction to the Offering
Margaret Sekijima
*Doxology
Praise God, from Whom All 
Blessings Flow
(UMH #94)
Eugene and Kathy Onishi
*Prayer of Dedication
Donna Sekijima
*Announcements
Rev. Karen Yokota Love
*Closing Song
Together We Serve
TFWS #2175
*Benediction
Rev. Karen Yokota Love
Postlude
One God and Father of Us All
P. Carlson, K. Matthews, J. Carraway
Kathy Onishi
Passing of the Peace
Rev. Karen Yokota Love
Zoom Break Out Room 
Dale Kaneko

Sermon Questions

  • Who do you think your neighbor is?
  • Why does the Blaine Memorial community support local, national and international missions/outreach? 

Daily Lectionary Readings

Sunday, September 29, 2024: 
Esther 7:1-6, 9-10 • 9:20-22 and Psalm 124 • Numbers 11:4-6, 10-16, 24-29 and Psalm 19:7-14 • 
James 5:13-20 • Mark 9:38-50
Monday, September 30, 2024:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 140 • Esther 4:1-17 • 1 Peter 1:3-9. Complementary: Psalm 5 • Zechariah 6:9-15 • 1 Peter 1:3-9
Tuesday, October 01, 2024:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 140 • Esther 5:1-14 • 1 John 2:18-25. Complementary: Psalm 5 • Zechariah 8:18-23 • 1 John 2:18-25
Wednesday, October 02, 2024:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 140 • Esther 8:1-17 • Matthew 18:6-9. Complementary: Psalm 5 • Zechariah 10:1-12 • Matthew 18:6-9
Thursday, October 03, 2024:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 26 • Job 2:11-3:26 • Galatians 3:23-29. Complementary: Psalm 8 • 
Genesis 20:1-18 • Galatians 3:23-29
Friday, October 04, 2024:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 26 • Job 4:1-21 • Romans 8:1-11. Complementary: Psalm 8 • Genesis 21:22-34 • Romans 8:1-11
Saturday, October 05, 2024:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 26 • Job 7:1-21 • Luke 16:14-18. Complementary: Psalm 8 • Genesis 23:1-20 • Luke 16:14-18

Announcements

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Prayers and Coffee on Zoom • Wednesdays at 9am

Join Rev. Karen for prayer and community on Wednesdays at 9:00 AM on Zoom. Our time together consists of brief check-ins, devotionals, and prayers. 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.

Read about Mission Guatemala in the latest Beacon!

A beautiful landscape view of green plants on hills and Volcan de Fuego mountains on the horizon in Antigua, Guatemala

Mission Guatemala Sunday • Today

Twenty-two church members/missionaries who ventured off to Panajachel, Guatemala during the month of August will share their faith testimonies from their week-long trip. Congregation members will learn more about how we can help and support Mission Guatemala and the people in Panajachel and why they are the beneficiary at this year’s Bazaar.


Bazaar 2024 is coming! Mark your calendars for this awesome event! Pre-order your favorite foods by clicking on the image above!

Blaine Memorial Bazaar and Mission Guatemala

A portion of the proceeds will benefit Mission Guatemala. Mission Guatemala helps meet the basic needs and improve the quality of life of underserved Guatemalan people through health, education, and nutrition initiatives and meaningful missionary service. Together, we can make a difference!

Bazaar: Volunteers Needed!

We cannot do this without our trusted volunteers to help out at Bazaar! We need help grilling, cooking, making ohagi, selling baked goods, etc. Please sign up in the Social Hall. 

Please contact Lesley Okura (okura5@aol.com) if you have any questions.

Volunteer Pie-Makers Needed!

We are in GREAT need for many volunteers, at least 30 people for Pie Making, on October 3 at 10:00AM! We will be working in the LAC to make and bake pies for the Bazaar! 

Baked Goods Also Needed!

Do you love to bake? We need baked goods donations for our Bake Goods booth at the Bazaar! We’re seeking donations of baked mochi, manju, brownies and cookies. Please bring them in on Saturday, October 5 before 10:00AM!

Blaine’s special 120th Anniversary Aprons are created from cotton rice bags

Purchase Anniversary Aprons, October 5!

Wow, we are so grateful and excited to see the many rice bags that were generously donated to us recently by Jean Okazaki! Jean’s daughter, Kathleen, read of Blaine’s need for more rice bags and responded! Now our capable and hard working sewers are busy making more of our special 120th Anniversary Aprons.

They will be available for sale at our upcoming Bazaar on October 5th or through the church office. They are $40 and we are happy to accept more; the additional dollars would be considered a donation.

Fall Book Study: “Context: Putting Scripture in Its Place”

You’re invited to join Rev. Dr. John Miyahara (UMC Navy Chaplain), Rev. Brian Lee (Simpson UMC in Arvada, CO), and congregation members of the Japanese American United Methodist Caucus in a 6-week book study. We will be reading Context: Putting Scripture in its Place. Please note that reading the book isn’t required!

Books are available in the Church Office for $17.00. The study will begin on Tuesday, October 1, 2024 from 6:30-8:00 PM. The Zoom link will be sent out closer to the beginning of the book study date. Please contact Rev. Karen will any questions.

The Rev. Karen Yokota Love speaks during a QA session with clergy during Asian Camp 2024.

Asian Camp 50th Anniversary Event (Southern California) • October 12

Calling all Asian Camp campers, counselors, directors, past and present! RSVP for this years AC 50th anniversary event on October 12! RSVPs & ticket purchasing is due by August 20th, 2024.

  • Visit withjoy.com/asiancamp
  • Ticket purchasing will be done through PayPal found at njaumccamps.org/50th OR checks made out to NJAUMC Camping Ministries, sent to our Camping Board Finance Chair Carol Tondo at 2313 Pacific Avenue, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266.

In addition, the Sunday following (10/13), we will be having a joint gathering/service at Centenary UMC at 2PM. Join us in continuing to fellowship together as we celebrate 50 years of camp! Please contact Rev. Karen if you have any questions.

Afghanistan and Ukrainian Refugee Donation Ministry

Items being collected: At this time, we have an abundance of some items and so we are NOT in need of clothing or children’s toys. Especially needed items include women’s products, toothpaste, personal care items, rice cookers, blenders, mixing bowls, microwave ovens, toasters, mixers, irons, dish sets, towels, and blankets.

Blaine Memorial UMC Collection Hours: Collection items can be dropped off at the Blaine Memorial Social Hall from Tuesday-Friday between 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Please call the Church Office at (206) 723-1536 prior to dropping off your items.

South King County Response Center Collection Volunteer Hours: The Donation Center is open on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM, same time as the Tukwila Pantry at 3118 S. 140th St. Seattle. Please text Kim Parks at (206) 683-1707 when you would like to help. Please wear a mask and bring a marking pen and measuring tape if possible. Other Questions? Please contact Donna Sekijima or Anne Arakaki-Lock.

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