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Nineteenth Sunday After Pentecost

Posted by on Oct 8, 2023 in Blaine Youth Group, Church News & Events, Congregational Care, Giving, Innovation Hub, Lenten Season, Miscellaneous, Pastors' Columns, Prayer, Sermons, Service Opportunities, Small Groups, Spiritual Formation, Sunday Worship, Weekly Calendar

Welcome

  • Nineteenth Sunday After Pentecost
  • October 8, 2023, 10am
  • Hybrid Worship
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Order of Worship

Prelude
We Will Glorify the King of Kings
By Twila Paris
Kathy Onishi
Welcome of Grace and Greeting
Rev. Karen Yokota Love
*Call to Worship
(Based on Psalm 19)
Rev. Karen Yokota Love
*Opening Hymn
How Great Thou Art (UMH #77)
Eugene and Kathy Onishi
Opening Prayer
Rev. Karen Yokota Love
First Scripture Reading
Matthew 21:33-46 (CEB, JLB)
Eunice Gong, Tsutomu Nagoya
Children’s Message
Sai Hanaoka
Special Music
There’s a Wideness in God’s Mercy
Blaine Memorial Choir
Second Scripture Reading
Luke 10:25-37 (CEB, JLB)
Eunice Gong, Tsutomu Nagoya
Sermon
M. I. L. E.: Itineration and Location
Rev. Mia MiKyung Park
Hymn of Reflection
Seek Ye First
(UMH#405)
Eugene and Kathy Onishi
Introduction to the Offering
Rev. Karen Yokota Love
*Doxology
Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow
(UMH #94)
Eugene and Kathy Onishi
*Prayer of Dedication
Rev. Karen Yokota Love
Announcements
Rev. Karen Yokota Love
*Closing Hymn
Living for Jesus
(TFWS #2149)
Eugene and Kathy Onishi
*Benediction
Rev. Mia MiKyung Park
Postlude
He Is Exalted
By Twila Paris
Kathy Onishi
Passing of the Peace
Rev. Mia MiKyung Park

Sermon Reflection Questions

  • Consider the question that the expert in the law asked Jesus: “Who is my neighbor?”
  • How does this parable redefine the concept of a neighbor?
  • Who in your life might be considered an unexpected neighbor, and how can you extend love, compassion, and care to them?
  • Reflect on a time when you received help or kindness from an unexpected source. How did it affect your perspective on compassion and generosity?
  • In what ways can you practically apply the lessons from the Good Samaritan parable in your communities, workplaces, and families to create a positive impact that we could help our neighbors to be a better location of their well-being?

Daily Lectionary Readings

Monday, October 9, 2023:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 119:49-56; Deuteronomy 5:1-21; 1 Peter 2:4-10
Complementary: Psalm 144; Ezekiel 19:10-14; 1 Peter 2:4-10
Tuesday, October 10, 2023:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 119:49-56; Deuteronomy 5:22-6:3; 2 Corinthians 5:17-21
Complementary: Psalm 144; Isaiah 27:1-6; 2 Corinthians 5:17-21
Wednesday, October 11, 2023:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 119:49-56; Deuteronomy 6:10-25; John 11:45-57
Complementary: Psalm 144; Song of Solomon 8:5-14; John 11:45-57
Thursday, October 12, 2023:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 106:1-6, 19-23; Exodus 24:1-8; 1 Peter 5:1-5, 12-14
Complementary: Psalm 23; Isaiah 22:1-8a; 1 Peter 5:1-5, 12-14
Friday, October 13, 2023:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 106:1-6, 19-23; Exodus 24:9-11; James 4:4-10
Complementary: Psalm 23; Isaiah 22:8b-14; James 4:4-10
Saturday, October 14, 2023:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 106:1-6, 19-23; Exodus 24:12-18; Mark 2:18-22
Complementary: Psalm 23; Isaiah 24:17-23; Mark 2:18-22

Announcements

Choir members needed! • Tues. at 7p, Sun at 9a and 11:45a

The Blaine Choir love to sing to God. Rehearsals are Tuesday nights and Sunday mornings, and provide music for Blaine’s Sunday morning services. Our goal is to develop spiritually and musically through fellowship, singing and through scripture. Join us as we bring musical messages to the Blaine family each week. If you sing, or if you would like to learn to sing, please come join! Whether you sing in public or just in the shower – or are available “full-time” or “part-time”, all are welcome! Contact Eugene Onishi (eaonishi@hotmail.com).

Girl Scouts Meeting • Today at 11:30a

We will be restarting our Blaine Girl Scouts troop this month. We meet every second Sunday of the month from October to June so our first meeting will be next Sunday, Oct 8th from 11:30-2:30pm in the Education Wing. We start with a light lunch and then will begin our meeting at noon.

Our troop includes Brownie Girls starting in the 2nd grade and goes up to the Senior level which is 12th grade. For any girls who are interested in joining, you and your parents can come and learn about us for the first meeting. There is no commitment to attend the first meeting. There will also be a parents meeting at 1pm where all details and applications will be passed out.

We hope to have some new girls join us this year. We have a lot of fun activities like rock climbing, roller skating, ice skating, archery, selling cookies and more. If you have any questions, please come up to talk to Eunice Gong during social time or email Eunice G.

Wednesday Meditation & Prayer • Oct. 11 at 9am

The Wednesday Prayer group continues to meet each week. Our time together consists of a check-in question centering around United Methodist Founder John Wesley’s famous question, “How is it with your soul?” Our time together continues with a few readings from The Upper Room Magazine September/October edition. Finally, we end our time together with a pastoral prayer. We hope you can join us! 

Bazaar in Photos!

Friends prepare Tsukemono, or salt-pickled cabbage.

The Blaine Youth Group practices making Suno Dogs.

Ohagi, or sweet rice balls, are made by our volunteers.

Lesley leads us with pie-making.

Our team helped marinate bbq chicken for the grill!

Save the date: Harvest Festival 2023!

October Calendar

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Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost 

Posted by on Sep 17, 2023 in Blaine Youth Group, Church News & Events, Congregational Care, Giving, Innovation Hub, Lenten Season, Pastors' Columns, Prayer, Sermons, Service Opportunities, Small Groups, Spiritual Formation, Sunday Worship, Weekly Calendar

Welcome!

Order of Worship

Prelude 
Change My Heart, O God 
(Eddie Espinosa)
Kathy Onishi 
Welcome of Grace and Greeting 
Rev. Karen Yokota Love
Call to Worship 
Arlene Naganawa
Opening Song 
Spirit, Spirit of Gentleness 
(TFWS #2272)
Eugene and Kathy Onishi 
Opening Prayer 
Arlene Naganawa
First Scripture 
Reading Matthew 18:21-35 (CEB) 
Arlene Naganawa
Children’s Message 
Rev. Mia MiKyung Park
Special Music 
Amen, So Be It  Natalie Sleeth
Blaine Memorial Choir
Celebrating the Reappointment of Our Pastors 
Arlene Naganawa
Second Scripture 
Reading Romans 14:1-12 (CEB) 
Arlene Naganawa
Message 
Not 7, but 77 
Rev. Karen Yokota Love
Hymn of Reflection 
Grace Alone 
(TFWS #2162)
Eugene and Kathy Onishi
Introduction to the Offering 
Rev. Mia MiKyung Park
Doxology 
Praise God, from Whom All Blessings
Eugene and Kathy Onishi
Prayer of Dedication
Rev. Mia MiKyung Park
Announcements 
Rev. Karen Yokota Love 
Closing Hymn 
Help Us Accept Each Other 
(UMH #520)
Eugene and Kathy Onishi 
Benediction 
Rev. Karen Yokota Love
Postlude 
May You Run and Not Be Weary 
(Paul Murakami and Handt Hanson)
Kathy Onishi 

Sermon Reflection Questions

  1. Does forgiveness require certain conditions for it to be fulfilled? Forgiveness has two sides: the person needing forgiveness and the person offering forgiveness. Can we really forgive another unless the other person repents of the action and regrets the act sufficiently not to want to do it again?
  2. Is there someone in your life who you have been unable to forgive?
  3. Are you able to offer that person forgiveness?

Daily Lectionary Readings

Monday, September 18, 2023:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 77; Joshua 3:1-17; Hebrews 11:23-29
Complementary: Psalm 133; Genesis 48:8-22; Hebrews 11:23-29
Tuesday, September 19, 2023:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 77; Nehemiah 9:9-15; Romans 14:13-15:2
Complementary: Psalm 133; Genesis 49:29-50:14; Romans 14:13-15:2
Wednesday, September 20, 2023:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 77; 2 Kings 2:1-18; Mark 11:20-25
Complementary: Psalm 133; Genesis 50:22-26; Mark 11:20-25
Thursday, September 21, 2023:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 105:1-6, 37-45; Exodus 15:22-27; 2 Corinthians 13:1-4
Complementary: Psalm 145:1-8; Nahum 1:1, 14-2:2; 2 Corinthians 13:1-4
Friday, September 22, 2023:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 105:1-6, 37-45; Exodus 16:1-21; 2 Corinthians 13:5-10
Complementary: Psalm 145:1-8; Nahum 2:3-13; 2 Corinthians 13:5-10
Saturday, September 23, 2023:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 105:1-6, 37-45; Exodus 16:22-30; Matthew 19:23-30
Complementary: Psalm 145:1-8; Zephaniah 2:13-15; Matthew 19:23-30

Announcements

Wednesday Meditation & Prayer • September 20 at 9am

The Wednesday Prayer group continues to meet each week. Our time together consists of a check-in question centering around United Methodist Founder John Wesley’s famous question, “How is it with your soul?” Our time together continues with a few readings from The Upper Room Magazine September/October edition. Finally, we end our time together with a pastoral prayer. We hope you can join us!

Celebrating the Re-Appointment of our Pastors with a Blaine Potluck! Today at 11:30am

Please join us today at 11:30am in the Lee Activity Center as we gather to celebrate the reappointments of our beloved pastors, Rev. Karen, Rev. Mia, Rev. Jeney and Rev. Mark, for their outstanding pastoral leadership at our church! What’s a better way than to show our appreciation than by having a ‘Blaine’ potluck? This will be the first potluck that we’re having since the start of the pandemic! Blaine potlucks have always been synonymous with special occasions and celebrating our pastors is definitely a special occasion. Joyfully celebrate!

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Good Friday

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Welcome

Order of Worship

Prelude
What Wondrous Love Is This
Music: USA Folk Hymn
Kathy Onishi
Welcome with Meditation
Pastor Mia MiKyung Park
Opening Hymn
O Mighty Cross
Music: David Baroni and John Chisum
Arranged by: Tom Fettke
Japanese Baptist Choir
Blaine Memorial Choir
Scripture Reading
John 18:1-19:42 (CEB)
John Stice, JBC
Ellie Santos, JBC
Congregational Hymn
Jesus, Remember Me
(UMH #488)
Eugene & Kathy Onishi, Unison
Sermon
Beloved
Pastor Karen Yokota Love
Congregational Hymn
The Old Rugged Cross (UMH #504)
Eugene & Kathy Onishi, Unison
Closing Prayer
Pastor Angeline Lau, JBC
Benediction
Pastor Karen Yokota Love

After Pastor Karen provides the Benediction, members of the Blaine Memorial Worship Team will carefully and lovingly remove the candles, rocks, and paraments from the altar. We will sit in the dark while we meditate on Christ’s love for us. The pastors will quietly walk out of the Sanctuary. You may follow when you are ready. You are welcome to sit and pray after the service is finished.

If you’d like to stay for a bit, the Social Hall will be open for conversation.

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The Three Marys

Posted by on Mar 30, 2023 in Church News & Events, Congregational Care, Lenten Season, Spiritual Formation

Icon of the Three Marys in the Nea Moni Monastery of Chios (1100 AD)

Spiritual Formation Center

Can’t keep it to yourself

By Anne Arakaki-Lock, photo courtesy of Wikipedia

It’s Easter, Resurrection morning. I think about the Marys and how they are the first to check on Jesus in the tomb, Mary Magdalene, in particular. I resonate with this woman who was so initially sad, as she had just witnessed the crucifixion three days before at the Cross. At first, she couldn’t comprehend this unimaginable event of her Lord, her Savior, coming back to life! But then she does wipe off her tears, and in her excitement runs to tell others. So may I just say: I think it’s cool that a woman was chosen to be first to see, then tell others that Jesus was alive again?

The main point: she was excited and hurried to tell people. In fact, over and over, Scriptures remind us of the need to spread the Word and get others to know Jesus is alive.

I think about all the ways Blaine Memorial UMC lets the community know that Jesus is alive – in obvious and not-so-obvious ways. We have a vibrant worship service, in-person AND online, every Sunday. We have pastors that show up at events like the Day of Remembrance. Our Blaine Youth Group are hands and feet for Christ’s love at places like Kimball Elementary and the Tent Cities. Blaine’s newsletter circulation is over 600 subscribers strong and reaches beyond Seattle.

Then I also think of the not-so-obvious ways we let others know that Jesus is alive. We play basketball with non-Blaine folks. We buy altar flowers from folks who get to know us over the years. We tell our friends about the upcoming Sukiyaki Dinner who then come to know about the Rainier Valley Food Bank – which will receive some of the proceeds. We sit at Terry’s Kitchen and folks know we are Blaine people.

I guess we all have a little Mary Magdalene in us.  

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

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Contact the Blaine Office or Rev. Karen if you would like a printed copy of the newsletter. Or, visit Blaine Memorial UMC and pick up a copy near the Sanctuary, Narthex, or Office.

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Senior Pastor News

Posted by on Mar 28, 2023 in Church News & Events, Lenten Season, Pastors' Columns, Photos, Sunday Worship, Weekly Calendar

Easter Egg Hunt | Last year’s Easter Egg Hunt was welcomed with excitement after two years of not having an egg hunt due to the Covid-19 pandemic. We look forward to your participation at this year’s Egg Hunt in the Courtyard!

New life is all around us!

By Rev. Karen Yokota Love, additional photos courtesy of Wikipedia

The season of Lent is coming to an end; the days are getting longer, the sun is shining more, the cherry blossoms are in full bloom, and signs of new life are starting to appear all around us. For Christians, the season of Lent prepares us to receive new life, in particular, one that we experience in the resurrection of Jesus celebrated on Easter Day. New life is all around us as Blaine Memorial UMC reignites activity through our many ministries! The campus is full of activity as gather together as a faith community while outside groups are utilizing our campus. The vibrancy at Blaine is energizing. Sukiyaki Dinner preparations are underway and we are thrilled to announce joyfully that we will host a Sukiyaki Take-Out Event on Saturday, April 29 from 2pm-6pm!

As we close-in to the end of this 40-day Lenten journey, the walk of Holy Week draws us deeper into the story of God’s profound love for the world. We will journey through the events of Palm Sunday and Maundy Thursday when our emotions will range from gleeful joy to humble wonder to dark sadness. Good Friday will bring us to the broken, pain-filled sorrow of death.

On Easter Day, the resurrection of Jesus Christ reveals God’s gift to us in the truth of the new life of Jesus: the truth that God is a God of love who walks with us and brings us to a place of wholeness, a place of possibility, a place of new life. New life that is grounded in hope and compassion. New life that is deeply connected to God’s love and passionate about sharing that love with the world. New life that reveals God’s justice in ways that transform not only our lives, but the whole world.

I invite you to join us in the rituals of Holy Week!

Palm Sunday

April 2, 2023 at 10am

Celebrate Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem with palm fronds!

Good Friday

April 7, 2023 at 7pm

Will will remember Jesus’ sacrifices and unwavering love for us. It will be wonderful to worship, collaborate, and reunite with our friends from Japanese Baptist Church. Join us at 6pm for a simple soup supper meal.

Easter Sunday

April 9, 2023 at 10am

Celebrate the resurrected Christ with song and word! Bring flowers for the flowering of the Cross before worship. Children and youth are invited to an Easter Egg Hunt in the Social Hall.

Peace to you during this Lenten and Easter season. My prayer: may your life be transformed by the new life of Jesus, by God’s justice, by God’s love and passion, and by this truth: Alleluia, Christ is risen! The Lord is risen indeed! Alleluia!

More news from our Senior Pastor

For the first time in a long time, the New Federation of Asian American United Methodist Caucus (NFAAUM) met on March 2, 2023 for a NFAAUM General Assembly Meeting in Nashville, Tenn. at the GCFA Denman Building. This was the first time the group met in person in more than seven years. We discussed a new name change, financial matters an implications and the future of a vibrant church. NFAAUM is one of the five officially recognized racial ethnic caucuses of The United Methodist Church and seeks to empower and advocate on behalf of Asian American United Methodist laity, clergy, local congregations, and ministries at all levels of The United Methodist Church. Rev. Karen is the chair of the National Japanese American United Methodist Caucus.

Coming Soon!

This story can be found in our April edition of the Beacon!

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Fifth Sunday in Lent

Posted by on Mar 24, 2023 in Blaine Youth Group, Church News & Events, Giving, Innovation Hub, Lenten Season, Sunday Worship, Weekly Calendar

Animal bones in desert in Dubai, United Arab Emirates

What’s the difference between knowing that God can do anything and believing it?

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Welcome

  • March 26, 2023
  • Hybrid Sunday Worship
  • 10am in the Sanctuary

Order of Worship

Prelude
Love the Lord Your God
by Jim and Jean Strathdee
Kathy Onishi
Welcome of Grace and Greeting
Rev. Dr. Jeney Park-Hearn
Call to Worship
Rev. Dr. Jeney Park-Hearn
Opening Hymn
This Is a Day of New Beginnings
(UMH #383)
Eugene and
Kathy Onishi
Opening Prayer
Rev. Dr. Jeney Park-Hearn
Scripture Reading
John 11: 1-6, 32-45 (CEB)
Sai Hanaoka &
Tsutomu Nagoya
Children’s Message
Rev. Mia MiKyung Park
Special Music
In the Garden
Blaine Memorial Choir
Scripture Reading
Ezekiel 37: 1-14 (NRSVUE)
Sai Hanaoka & Tsutomu Nagoya
Sermon
Come Alive
Rev. Karen Yokota Love
Hymn of Reflection
Lord of the Dance (UMH #261)
Kathy Onishi
Doxology
Praise God, from
Whom All Blessings Flow
(UMH #94)
Kathy Onishi
Prayer of Dedication
Rev. Mia MiKyung Park
Announcements
Rev. Karen Yokota Love
Closing Hymn
Hymn of Promise (UMH #707)
Kathy Onishi
Benediction
Rev. Karen Yokota Love
Postlude
Without Seeing You
by David Haas
Kathy Onishi
Passing of the Peace
Rev. Dr. Jeney Park Hearn
Zoom Break Out Room
Rev. Dr. Jeney Park-Hearn

Sermon Reflection Questions

  • When have you encountered an old place experiencing new life? 
  • Is our community more like a valley of dry bones or like a vast multitude living and standing on their feet? Why do you think this? 
  • Who in your life would benefit from you walking beside them as they pursued
    something new? 

Upcoming Lectionary Scriptures

  • Monday, March 27, 2023: Psalm 143; 1 Kings 17:17-24; Acts 20:7-12
  • Tuesday, March 28, 2023: Psalm 143; 2 Kings 4:18-37; Ephesians 2:1-10
  • Wednesday, March 29, 2023: Psalm 143; Jeremiah 32:1-9, 36-41; Matthew 22:23-33
  • Thursday, March 30, 2023: Psalm 31:9-16; 1 Samuel 16:11-13; Philippians 1:1-11
  • Friday, March 31, 2023: Psalm 31:9-16; Job 13:13-19; Philippians 1:21-30
  • Saturday, April 1, 2023: Psalm 31:9-16; Lamentations 3:55-66; Mark 10:32-34

Announcements

Tent City 3 Meal Service

Today

Blaine Memorial Youth Group plans to cook spaghetti for Tent City 3 and deliver the food on Sunday March 26 after the worship service. Please bring any fruit, cookies, etc. if you would like to provide any desserts or our neighbors. Please contact Lynne & Lawrence (lynneonishi@gmail.com or lawrence.byg@gmail.com) for any questions.

Easter Cards Sale!

March 26 & April 2

Also, the B.Y.G. will be fundraising on Sunday, March 26, and Sunday, April 2, during fellowship hour. We’ll offer Easter cards designed by Ally S. Each set of cards comes with 5 unique designs and 5 envelopes. Sets are $10. Proceeds will go to our Youth Camping Ministries Fund, to help our youth/leaders to attend Junior High Camp and Asian American Summer Camp.

Wednesday Coffee & Prayer

March 29 • 9am on Zoom

Please join Rev. Karen for a time of meditation and prayer on Wednesday, 9am. A few Lenten devotionals will be read. Brew a fresh cup of coffee or steep some tea. This is a great opportunity to pause in the middle of the week to check in with others. The Zoom link will be sent out prior to gathering on Tuesday.

Upcoming Worship Services & Easter

See Dates

  • Sunday, April 2, 2023: Palm/Passion Sunday
  • Friday, April 7, 2023: Good Friday Service at 7pm with Japanese Baptist Church at Blaine (6pm: light dinner)
  • Sunday, April 9, 2023: Easter Sunday

We come together to celebrate God’s love through the resurrection of Jesus Christ On Easter morning. Please bring flowers to decorate the cross and invite children to find eggs in the courtyard at Blaine!

Reconciling Ministries Bible Study

April 5 • 7pm

The Reconciling Ministries task force is excited to host space tor conversations about LGBTQIA+inclusion in the church. Join us for our last Bible study class on April 5. We will continue to explore scripture through Faithful and Inclusive: the Bible, Sexuality, and the United Methodist Church. We will examine how United Methodists read the Bible looking at passages in the New Testament. Join us on Zoom – a link will be sent out in an email prior to Wednesday’s meeting time from 7:00pm- 8:30pm. Contact Lynne Onishi with any questions at lynneonishi@gmail.com

Chips, Savory Items Needed!

Thank you all for generously donating sweet and savory treats for post-worship fellowship time. If you are able to provide individually wrapped bags of chips (potato chips, Doritos, Cheetos etc.) that would be appreciated. Please drop off your donations to the Narthex, Church Office or Social Hall when convenient either on Sunday or during Church Office Hours (Tuesday-Friday 9am-5pm). If you are interested in helping serve refreshments on Sundays after worship, please contact Julie Lock at: jtlock00@gmail.com.

Apply Now! Blaine Educational Scholarships

Due May 17

The Blaine Memorial United Methodist Church Educational Scholarships are designed to support the mission of the church through supporting a multitude of educational opportunities. We are proud to have helped students in their pursuit of continuing education since 1968. We encourage all applicants; from those just entering their next phase of education to those returning to complete or pursue continued education. 

We are blessed to offer the following scholarships: the Vera Ing Scholarship, Blaine Memorial United Methodist Church Scholarship, Yasuda Scholarship, William S. Yorozu Scholarship, and the Robert S. Sato Scholarship. READ MORE

Blaine Cookbook needs your recipes!

Due May 31

Blaine Memorial United Methodist Church will release a 120th Anniversary Edition of “Let’s Dine!”, the latest in a series of cookbooks produced by Blaine Memorial over the past 70 years. This cookbook will commemorate the 120th Anniversary of Blaine Memorial, with a scheduled release of January 2024. We are seeking submissions for the 2024 cookbook and are calling on you to contribute!

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Summer Camps & VBS!

See Dates

This summer’s Camping Ministries and Vacation Bible School schedules are out! Please save the dates for your children and youth!

  • June 25-30, 2023: Jr/High Camp (for incoming 6th-9th graders):
  • July 10-14, 2023: Vacation Bible School, 10am-3pm
  • July 23-28, 2023: Asian Camp (for incoming 10th grade-2 years post-HS

Jr. High Camp (JHC) and Asian American Summer Camp (AC) will at Camp Lodestar in Wilseyville, CA.

Lent Book Study: Finding Jesus in the Psalms

All-Church Lenten Book Study for small groups: Finding Jesus and the Psalms. This year’s All Church Lenten Book Study is Finding Jesus and the Psalms with Barb Roose. Roose guides the reader through a meaningful encounter with the Psalms through the season of Lent. The Church Office has a limited supply of books available for $17, Leader Guides are $16. You can also purchase on your own on Amazon.com or Cokesbury.com.

Afghanistan and Ukrainian Refugee Donation & Collection Ministry

Collecting Items: 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 are: 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 to the Blaine Memorial Social Hall from Tuesday – Thursday between 10:00am-11:30am and 1:30pm-3:30pm. 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 & Saturdays from 10am-2pm, 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.

Please contact Donna Sekijima at: donnasek@outlook.com and/or Anne Arakaki-Lock at: salock@comcast.net.

Current COVID-19 policies at Blaine Memorial

Blaine Memorial UMC’s campus is open from Tuesday-Friday, 10am-4pm. The Church Office is closed on Mondays. Our priority is to continue to do no harm.

We encourage everyone to get the recently CDC-approved updated bivalent COVID-19 booster if eligible. Currently, anyone aged 12 years or older who has completed at least a primary series is eligible for a bivalent booster, regardless of the number or type of prior booster doses received so long as at least two months have passed since their last COVID-19 vaccine dose.

CDC recommends COVID-19 vaccines for everyone 6 months and older and boosters for everyone 5 years and older, if eligible.

The first COVID-19 booster vaccine is required to attend in-person worship, if eligible.

We require verification of proof of full vaccination or a SAME DAY negative test available in Narthex or Church Office.

If you have recently tested positive for COVID-19, please have two negative rapid antigen (home) tests done five days after the onset of symptoms, and also be symptom-free before returning to church.

We require that everyone wear an N95 mask, KN95 or KF94 masks.

We thank you for your continued flexibility as these decisions can change at any time based on unpredictable infection rates.

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