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Spiritual Formation Center

Posted by on Oct 1, 2024 in Church News & Events, Giving, Prayer, Spiritual Formation, Weekly Calendar

Can our Blaine Memorial members give 10% to build a new kin-dom here on earth? If not our time, what talents can we give during this stewardship season?

Stewardship: 90 is Greater than 100

By Anne Arakaki-Lock

I just read an article about 90 being more than 100. Go figure. 

Some of you may know where I may be going with this as it is Stewardship season and each of us will decide what to give this coming year. The idea is that if you tithe 10% of what you make, you get way more back than what you had before giving.

In Malachi’s day, God required people to tithe. Even in the New Testament, Luke 6:38 said, “Give and it will be given to you.” I might add, since everything we have belongs to God, should we really keep 100% of what He gives us or can we “spare” at least 10% to help build his kingdom “on earth, as it is in heaven?” Just wondering. 

“Bring the tithe into the storehouse, that there may be food in my house. Test me in this,” says Lord Almighty, “and see if I will not throw open the floodgates of heaven and pour out so much blessing that there will not be room enough to store it.” -Malachi 3 NIV.

Tithing means trusting that God will provide. We’re essentially acknowledging that everything belongs to God — 100%. So, when we “sow our seeds” in faith and return some resources for His work, we’re obeying and showing our dependence on Him. We are also waiting for God to pour out His blessings on us in a big way. We’ll have so much given to us that we won’t even have room to store all of it. Tithing is a chance for us to be in sync with God’s purpose to provide for His people and sow love. It’s a privilege to be God’s partner. So, we give with a cheerful heart.

I pray, Lord, that as your children of Blaine Memorial, we each take time to search deep in our hearts this giving season, trust You to continue to sow tons of blessings on us, and show our faithfulness by being generous to others. Amen. 

Anne Arakaki-Lock is a member of Blaine Memorial UMC.

Also read: “Pray, Pray, Pray*”

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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!


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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Blaine Memorial’s Mighty Rock

Posted by on Oct 1, 2024 in Church News & Events, Giving

Blaine Memorial UMC’s new stone welcoming sign was provided by the Maekawa and Tada families.

Blaine Memorial’s Mighty Rock

By Elaine Chin

Earlier this year, a new entrance sign was installed at our Blaine Memorial UMC campus, donated by the Tada and Maekawa families in gratitude to God for the lives and ministries of Shig & Marianne Tada and Bill & Sani Maekawa. We honor, remember and celebrate them and countless other faith filled, dedicated servants in our Blaine congregation over the past 120 years, present and future.

Bill and Sani Maekawa

Marianne and Shig Tada

Let this ‘rock’ signage not only adorn our grounds, but also remind us of Psalms 62:6-8 (NIV).

‘Truly He is my rock and my salvation; He is my fortress, I will not be shaken. My salvation and my honor depend on God; He is my mighty rock, my refuge. Trust in Him at all times, you people; pour out your hearts to Him, for God is our refuge.’

Special thank you to David Yorozu (T. Yorozu Gardening Co.) for partnering with us in the installation and beautiful landscaping.

Elaine Chin is a member of Blaine Memorial UMC.

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!


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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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
  • Continue scrolling or view the PDF

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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Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost & Camping Ministries Sunday

Posted by on Sep 22, 2024 in Blaine Youth Group, Church News & Events, Congregational Care, Giving, Innovation Hub, Prayer, Sermons, Service Opportunities, Small Groups, Spiritual Formation, Sunday Worship, Weekly Calendar

All are Welcome!

  • Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost
  • Camping Ministries Sunday
  • September 22, 2024, 10:00am
  • Hybrid Worship
  • Continue scrolling or view the PDF
  • Today’s altar flowers are provided by The Sekijima Family in memory of Connie Sekijima.

Order of Worship

Prelude
Matthew 11
By Wes Terasaki
Nathan Buck
Welcome of Grace and Greeting 
Rev. Karen Yokota Love
*Call to Worship 
Marisa Ikegami
*Opening Congregational Song 
Christ In Me 
Nathan Buck and the BYG Youth
Opening Prayer
Marisa Ikegami
First Scripture Reading
Hebrews 13:5-8
Tsutomu Nagoya, Marcus Corsilles 
Asian Camp Testimonials
Emma Hearn, Katelyn Nakase
Asian Camp Slide Show
Yesterday, Today, and Forever 
Kai Yamamoto
Second Scripture Reading
Isaiah 26:3-4
Tsutomu Nagoya, Josh Akiyama
Jr. High Camp Testimonials
Jordan Lew, Tyler Ikegami,
Kai Yamamoto, Aidan Lew
Response Song
My Lighthouse
Nathan Buck and the BYG Youth
Introduction to the Offering
Annabelle Akiyama
Offertory Music
Build My Life
Music by Pat Barrett
Nathan Buck 
*Doxology
Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow
Kathy Onishi, Eugene Onishi
*Prayer of Dedication
Annabelle Akiyama
Prayers of the People
Rev. Karen Yokota Love
Announcements
Rev. Karen Yokota Love
*Closing Congregation Song
Days of Love
Words and music Wes Terasaki
Nathan Buck and the BYG Youth
*Benediction
Rev. Karen Yokota Love
Postlude
Another in the Fire
By Hillsong United
Nathan Buck

Sermon Questions

  • How do you trust God? 
  • How can you use your faith to create a good future for the youth of tomorrow?

Daily Lectionary

Sunday, September 22, 2024
Proverbs 31:10-31 and Psalm 1 • Wisdom of Solomon 1:16-2:1, 12-22 or Jeremiah 11:18-20 and Psalm 54 • James 3:13 – 4:3, 7-8a • Mark 9:30-37 
Monday, September 23, 2024
Semi-continuous: Psalm 128 • Proverbs 27:1-27 • James 4:8-17 • Complementary: Psalm 139:1-18 • 2 Kings 5:1-14 • James 4:8-17
Tuesday, September 24, 2024
Semi-continuous: Psalm 128 • Ecclesiastes 4:9-16 • James 5:1-6. Complementary: Psalm 139:1-18 • 2 Kings 11:21-12:16 • James 5:1-6
Wednesday, September 25, 2024
Semi-continuous: Psalm 128 • Ecclesiastes 5:1-20 • John 8:21-38. Complementary: Psalm 139:1-18 • Jeremiah 1:4-10 • John 8:21-38
Thursday, September 26, 2024
Semi-continuous: Psalm 124 • Esther 1:1-21 • Acts 4:13-31. Complementary: Psalm 19:7-14 • Exodus 18:13-27 • Acts 4:13-31
Friday, September 27, 2024
Semi-continuous: Psalm 124 • Esther 2:1-23 • Acts 12:20-25. Complementary: Psalm 19:7-14 • Deuteronomy 1:1-18 • Acts 12:20-25
Saturday, September 28, 2024
Semi-continuous: Psalm 124 • Esther 3:1-15 • Matthew 5:13-20. Complementary: Psalm 19:7-14 • Deuteronomy 27:1-10 • Matthew 5:13-20

Announcements

Our BYG campers enjoy a fun week of Asian Camp with plenty of outdoor games, worship, workshops, and the “messy day” experience.

Junior High Camp (incoming 6th-9th grade) was held on June 23-28, 2024 at Camp Lodestar in Wilseyville, California.

Camping Ministries Sunday • Today!

Our youth are sharing their faith testimonies from Jr. High Camp and Asian Camp. Congregation members will learn more about the National Japanese American United Methodist Church (NJAUMC) Camping Ministries programs which include our summer camps, Jr. High Camp and Asian Camp and what the future holds for our camping ministries. We’ll sing new and old camp songs together and our BYG youth will lead this

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

Volunteers grill delicious chicken teriyaki during Bazaar.

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 if you have any questions.

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!

Reflections on 120 Years of Grace Discussion Sessions • 9/22, 10/13, 10/20

The Archives Committee is sponsoring a four-part 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 September 15 and 22 and October 13 and 20, 2024.  Light refreshments will be served. 

Today’s session, titled “Strong in Hope,” will discuss the incarcerated church in WW II and the postwar rebuilding of the church to 1964.  The third session, titled “Serve in Love,” will center on the years 1965 to 2024 and the fourth, 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.

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.

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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.

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

Mission Guatemala Sunday • Next week, September 29

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.

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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Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost

Posted by on Sep 15, 2024 in Blaine Youth Group, Church News & Events, Giving, Prayer, Sermons, Service Opportunities, Small Groups, Spiritual Formation, Sunday Worship, Weekly Calendar

All are Welcome!

  • Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost
  • September 15, 2024 • 10:00am
  • Hybrid Worship
  • Continue scrolling or view the PDF
  • Thank you Miriam Tong for today’s flower arrangement

Order of Worship

Prelude 
Arioso
J.S. Bach (arr. Lorenz)
Campanella Bell Choir
Welcome of Grace and Greeting 
Rev. Karen Yokota Love
*Call to Worship
By Dr. Lisa Hancock 
Christine Yorozu
*Opening Song 
As the Deer 
(TFWS #2025)
Eugene Onishi and Miriam Tong
Opening Prayer 
Christine Yorozu
First Scripture Reading
James 3:1-12 (JLB, CEB) 
Tsutomu Nagoya, Christine Yorozu
Children’s Message
Sai Hanaoka
Special Music
Lacrymosa
By Mozart
Campanella Bell Choir
Second Scripture Reading
Mark 8:27-38 (JLB, CEB) 
Tsutomu Nagoya, Christine Yorozu 
Sermon
Who Do You Say I Am?
Rev. Karen Yokota Love
Hymn of Meditation
Cry of My Heart
(TFWS #2165) 
Eugene Onishi and Kathy Onishi
Invitation to the Offering
Christine Yorozu
Offertory Music
Pastoral on Forest Green 
Dale Wood
Campanella Bell Choir
*Doxology
Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow
Ron Ebbers 
*Prayer of Dedication
Christine Yorozu
Announcements
Rev. Karen Yokota Love
*Closing Hymn
More Like You
Eugene Onishi and Kathy Onishi
(TFWS #2167)
*Benediction
Rev. Karen Yokota Love
Postlude
Joyful Praise
Hal Hapson
Campanella Bell Choir

Sermon Questions

  • Read Mark 8:27-38. How would your closest friends share words that best describe you?
  • What labels were people using to describe Jesus in His day? Why? What words do people today use today? What shapes their opinions?
  • Why is the question, “Who do you say I am?” (v.29) important? Who is Jesus and how has your answer changed over time?
  • What reasons does Jesus give for why people should follow him down this hard road?
  • How has your relationship with Jesus affected your lifestyle? Relationships? Priorities? Politics?

Daily Lectionary

Sunday, September 15, 2024:
Proverbs 1:20-33; Isaiah 50:4-9a; Psalm 19; Wisdom of Solomon 7:26 – 8:1; James 3:1-12; Mark 8:27-38; Psalm 116:1-9
Monday, September 16, 2024:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 73:21-28; Proverbs 22:1-21; Romans 3:9-20; Complementary: Psalm 119:169-176; 1 Kings 13:1-10; Romans 3:9-20
Tuesday, September 17, 2024:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 73:21-28; Proverbs 25:1-28; Colossians 3:1-11; Complementary: Psalm 119:169-176; 1 Kings 13:11-25; Colossians 3:1-11
Wednesday, September 18, 2024:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 73:21-28; Proverbs 29:1-27; John 7:25-36; Complementary: Psalm 119:169-176; Isaiah 10:12-20; John 7:25-36
Thursday, September 19, 2024:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 1; Proverbs 30:1-10; 1 Corinthians 2:1-5; Complementary: Psalm 54; Judges 6:1-10; 1 Corinthians 2:1-5
Friday, September 20, 2024: 
Semi-continuous: Psalm 1; Proverbs 30:18-33; Romans 11:25-32; Complementary: Psalm 54; 1 Kings 22:24-40; Romans 11:25-32
Saturday, September 21, 2024: 
Semi-continuous: Psalm 1; Ecclesiastes 1:1-18; Matthew 23:29-39; Complementary: Psalm 54; 2 Kings 17:5-18; Matthew 23:29-39

Announcements

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

Reflections on 120 Years of Grace Discussion Sessions • 9/15, 9/22, 10/13, 10/20

The Archives Committee is sponsoring a four-part 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 September 15 and 22 and October 13 and 20, 2024.  Light refreshments will be served. 

The first session, titled “Go Forth in Faith,” will discuss the early church from 1904 to 1941.  The second session, titled “Strong in Hope,” will discuss the incarcerated church in WW II and the postwar rebuilding of the church to 1964.  The third session, titled “Serve in Love,” will center on the years 1965 to 2024 and the fourth, 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.

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.

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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.

Camping Ministries Sunday • September 22

Our youth are sharing their faith testimonies from Jr. High Camp and Asian Camp. Congregation members will learn more about the National Japanese American United Methodist Church (NJAUMC) Camping Ministries programs which include our summer camps, Jr. High Camp and Asian Camp and what the future holds for our camping ministries. We’ll sing new and old camp songs together and our BYG youth will lead this worship service.

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

Mission Guatemala Sunday • September 29

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.

Content for the September issue of the Beacon will be on blaineonline.org. The October issue will be released in a few weeks. To see the archive, click the image above.

Beacon Newsletter Announcement

During September, stories and content for Blaine Memorial UMC’s newsletter, the “Beacon” will be uploaded to our website blaineonline.org. It is a busy time for Rev. Karen as she continues to search for support staff to lead our youth and perform other tasks to continue maintaining Blaine Memorial’s vibrant ministry. We are also working to improve our printing services and our ministry online – which also need time to develop.

Stay connected through announcements in our Sunday Worship Bulletin and at blaineonline.org. You can also follow Blaine Memorial UMC on Facebook.

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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Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost

Posted by on Sep 8, 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!

  • Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost
  • September 8, 2024, 10:00am
  • Hybrid Worship
  • Continue scrolling or view the PDF
  • Today’s altar flowers are provided by the Nagaoka Family in memory of Dick Nagaoka.

Order of Worship

Prelude
Still
By Zschech
Miriam Tong
Welcome of Grace and Greeting
Rev. Karen Yokota Love
*Call to Worship
By Rev. Dr. Safiyah Fosua
Tim Ikegami
*Opening Song
Lord, Whose Love Through Humble Service
(UMH #581)
Neal Komedal and Miriam Tong
Opening Prayer
Tim Ikegami
First Scripture Reading
Mark 7:24-37 (JLB, CEB) 
Tsutomu Nagoya, Tim Ikegami
Rally Sunday
Celebrating our Teachers
Blessing of the Backpacks
Rev. Karen Yokota Love
Second Scripture Reading
Isaiah 35:4-7 (JLB, CEB)
Tsutomu Nagoya, Tim Ikegami
Sermon
Racing Hearts
Rev. Karen Yokota Love
Hymn of Meditation
What a Friend We Have in Jesus
(UMH #526)
Neal Komedal and Miriam Tong
Introduction to the Offering
Tim Ikegami
Offertory Music
O For a Thousand Tongues
Breathe On Me, Breath of God
Leann Onishi and the Bell Choir
*Doxology
Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow
Miriam Tong
*Prayer of Dedication
Tim Ikegami
Announcements
Rev. Karen Yokota Love
*Closing Hymn
Together We Serve
(TFWS #2175)
Neal Komedal and Miriam Tong
*Benediction
Rev. Karen Yokota Love
Postlude
You Are Holy/Prince of Peace
By Michael W. Smith
Miriam Tong

Daily Lectionary

Sunday, September 08, 2024 
Proverbs 22:1-2, 8-9, 22-23 and Psalm 125; Isaiah 35:4-7a and Psalm 146; James 2:1-10, (11-13), 14-17; Mark 7:24-37
Monday, September 09, 2024
Semi-continuous: Psalm 73:1-20; Proverbs 8:32-9:6; Hebrews 11:29-12:2; Complementary: Isaiah 38:10-20; Joshua 6:1-21; Hebrews 11:29-12:2
Tuesday, September 10, 2024 
Semi-continuous: Psalm 73:1-20; Proverbs 11:1-31; Hebrews 12:3-13; Complementary: Isaiah 38:10-20; Joshua 8:1-23; Hebrews 12:3-13
Wednesday, September 11, 2024 
Semi-continuous: Psalm 73:1-20; Proverbs 14:1-9; Matthew 17:14-21; Complementary: Isaiah 38:10-20; Judges 15:9-20; Matthew 17:14-21
Thursday, September 12, 2024 
Semi-continuous: Psalm 19; Proverbs 15:1-17; Hebrews 11:17-22; Complementary: Psalm 116:1-9; Joshua 2:1-14; Hebrews 11:17-22
Friday, September 13, 2024 
Semi-continuous: Psalm 19; Proverbs 19:24-29; James 2:17-26; Complementary: Psalm 116:1-9; Joshua 2:15-24; James 2:17-26
Saturday, September 14, 2024 
Holy Cross Numbers 21:4b-9 and Psalm 98:1-5 or Psalm 78:1-2, 34-38; 1 Corinthians 1:18-24; John 3:13-17
Saturday, September 14, 2024 
Semi-continuous: Psalm 19; Proverbs 21:1-17; Matthew 21:23-32; Complementary: Psalm 116:1-9; Joshua 6:22-27; Matthew 21:23-32

Announcements

Rally/Promotion Sunday • Today!

We’re kicking off a new school year with celebrations for our teachers and leaders who nurture our children! Please bring your backpacks, devices and school supplies for a Blessing of the Backpacks! We’ll celebrate the new school year with cake after worship!

Camping Ministries Sunday • September 22

Our youth are sharing their faith testimonies from Jr. High Camp and Asian Camp. Congregation members will learn more about the National Japanese American United Methodist Church (NJAUMC) Camping Ministries programs which include our summer camps, Jr. High Camp and Asian Camp and what the future holds for our camping ministries. We’ll sing new and old camp songs together and our BYG youth will lead this worship service.

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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.

Content for the September issue of the Beacon will be on blaineonline.org. The October issue will be released in a few weeks. To see the archive, click the image above.

Beacon Newsletter Announcement

During September, stories and content for Blaine Memorial UMC’s newsletter, the “Beacon” will be uploaded to our website blaineonline.org. It is a busy time for Rev. Karen as she continues to search for support staff to lead our youth and perform other tasks to continue maintaining Blaine Memorial’s vibrant ministry. We are also working to improve our printing services and our ministry online – which also need time to develop.

Stay connected through announcements in our Sunday Worship Bulletin and at blaineonline.org. You can also follow Blaine Memorial UMC on Facebook.

Reflections on 120 Years of Grace Discussion Sessions • 9/15, 9/22, 10/13, 10/20

The Archives Committee is sponsoring a four-part 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 September 15 and 22 and October 13 and 20, 2024.  Light refreshments will be served. 

The first session, titled “Go Forth in Faith,” will discuss the early church from 1904 to 1941.  The second session, titled “Strong in Hope,” will discuss the incarcerated church in WW II and the postwar rebuilding of the church to 1964.  The third session, titled “Serve in Love,” will center on the years 1965 to 2024 and the fourth, 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.

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.

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.

Learn More