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Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost

Posted by on Oct 25, 2025 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!

Sermon Questions

  • Two people go to the temple to pray: a Pharisee and a tax collector. What strikes you about their prayers? (What do their words and body language tell us about their posture toward God and others?)
  • What does true humility look like? (How is it different from self-hatred or low self-worth?)
  • Where today do we see spiritual practices or religious spaces used to elevate some and exclude others? What would faith rooted in humility and mercy look like in those same spaces? 

Order of Worship

Prelude
“All I Need Is You”
TFWS #2080
By Dan Adler, arr. by Nylea L. Butler-Moore

Kathy Onishi
Welcome of Grace and Greeting
Pastor Job Pangilinan
Land Acknowledgement
Pastor Job Pangilinan
Call to Worship
Discipleship Ministries, March 2025
By Derek Weber

Pastor Job Pangilinan
*Opening Hymn
“Open the Eyes of My Heart”
W&S #3008

Eugene and Kathy Onishi
Opening Prayer
Dale H. Watanabe
Scripture Reading
Luke 18:9-14 (CEB)
Tsutomu Nagoya, Dale H. Watanabe
Children’s Sermon
Pastor Job Pangilinan
Special Song
“For the Beauty of the Earth”
Arr. by John Rutter

Blaine Memorial UMC Choir
Sermon
“Pride and Humility”
Rev. Karen Yokota Love
Hymn of Reflection
“Abide with Me; Fast Falls the Eventide”
UMH #700

Eugene and Kathy Onishi
Introduction to the Offering
Dale H. Watanabe
Offertory Song
“Give Thanks“
By Henry Smith, arr. by Ken Barker
TFWS #2036

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

Eugene and Kathy Onishi
*Prayer of Dedication
Dale H. Watanabe
Announcements
Rev. Karen Yokota Love and Friends
*Closing Hymn
“Guide My Feet”
TFWS #2208

Eugene and Kathy Onishi
*Benediction
Rev. Karen Yokota Love
Postlude
“I Sing Praises to Your Name”
By Terry MacAlmon
TFWS #2037

Kathy Onishi
Altar Flowers
Sharon Maeda

Daily Lectionary Readings*

Sunday, October 26, 2025: Proper 25 (30) 
Joel 2:23-32 and Psalm 65; Sirach 35:12-17 or Jeremiah 14:7-10, 19-22; Psalm 84:1-7; 2 Timothy 4:6-8, 16-18; Luke 18:9-14
Monday, October 27, 2025:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 87; Joel 3:1-8; 1 Peter 4:12-19; 
Complementary: Psalm 84:8-12; 1 Samuel 2:1-10; 1 Peter 4:12-19; 
Tuesday, October 28, 2025:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 87; Joel 3:9-16; 1 Peter 5:1-11; 
Complementary: Psalm 84:8-12; Daniel 5:1-12; 1 Peter 5:1-11; 
Wednesday, October 29, 2025:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 87; Joel 3:17-20; Matthew 21:28-32; 
Complementary: Psalm 84:8-12; Daniel 5:13-31; Matthew 21:28-32; 
Thursday, October 30, 2025:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 119:137-144; Jeremiah 33:14-26; 2 Corinthians 1:1-11; 
Complementary: Psalm 32:1-7; Proverbs 15:8-11, 24-33; 2 Corinthians 1:1-11; 
Friday, October 31, 2025:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 119:137-144; Habakkuk 1:5-17; 2 Peter 1:1-11; 
Complementary: Psalm 32:1-7; Job 22:21-23:17; 2 Peter 1:1-11; 
Saturday, November 01, 2025: All Saints Day 
Daniel 7:1-3, 15-18 and Psalm 149; Ephesians 1:11-23; Luke 6:20-31
Semi-continuous: Psalm 119:137-144; Habakkuk 2:5-11; John 8:39-47; 
Complementary: Psalm 32:1-7; Isaiah 1:1-9; John 8:39-47;

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


BMUMC Announcements

Today is Trunk-or-Treat! Be sure to invite your friends!

Trunk or Treat 2025!

When: Sunday, October 26, 2025, Noon to 2pm

Where: Blaine Memorial UMC Parking Lot

View the Flier | Contact Pastor Job

Wednesday Morning Coffee and Prayer

  • When: 9:00AM
  • Where: Zoom

The hour together consists of brief check-ins, devotionals, and prayers. We will continue reading from The Upper Room Daily Devotional Guide.This is a great way to start your morning, clear and center your mind, all while connecting with God and your prayer community. Feel free to bring a cup of coffee, tea, and a bite to eat.

Contact the Church Office for the Zoom Link.

Join us on Sunday, November 2, Blaine Memorial UMC will honor the Day of the Dead (Dia de los Muertos). Bring photos of your friends, family, and even pets who have passed so that we may honor them.

All Saints Worship Service – Dia de Los Muertos


  • When: Sunday, November 2
  • Where: Blaine Memorial UMC

All Saints’ Day is a Christian Memorial Day celebrating the honor of all church saints, whether known or unknown. Following Reverend Cruz Santos’s suggestion from the pulpit last Sunday, we’ll celebrate All Saints’ Day, Sunday, November 2, jointly with the Latinx Day of the Dead (Dia de los Muertos), which — also like O-Bon — welcomes our saints back for a visit.

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’/Dia de los Muertos Worship Service.

Please come to enjoy the decor and some snacks for the celebration.  Everyone is invited to bring photos of loved ones who have passed on.

  

We will be reading names of our church members who have passed away from November 1, 2024-November 1, 2025.


Community Announcements

Your generous donations make a huge impact on our neighbors!

Migrant and Refugee Donation Ministry at Riverton Park UMC!

  • When: Tuesday-Friday between 10:00AM-4:00PM
  • Where: Church Office

Riverton Park UMC needs:

  • Diapers (sizes 3 through 7)
  • Diaper wipes
  • Kitchen pots and pans
  • Paper plates
  • Toothpaste
  • Long grain rice
  • Cooking Oil

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


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Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost

Posted by on Oct 17, 2025 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!

Sermon Questions

  • When have you ever felt like a stranger — and how did someone make you feel welcome? 
  • What does it mean for our church to welcome immigrants and people who feel left out? 
  • How can we choose faith over fear in our community today? 
  • What can we do to make sure everyone — especially Hispanic/Latinx families — feels like a full part of the church family?

Order of Worship

Prelude
“Cuando El Pobre” 
UMH #434 
By J.A. Olivar, Miguel Manzano, Alvin Schutmaat 

Kathy Onishi 
Welcome of Grace and Greeting
Rev. Karen Yokota Love
Land Acknowledgement
Rev. Karen Yokota Love
Call to Worship
By Derek Weber, Discipleship Ministries, March 2025 
Rev. Karen Yokota Love 
*Opening Hymn
“Thy Word is a Lamp Unto My Feet” 
UMH #601 

Eugene Onishi and Kathy Onishi 
Opening Prayer
Dale Kaneko
Immigrant Creed
Rev. Cruz Edwin Santos
First Scripture Reading
Luke 18:1-8 (CEB)
Tsutomu Nagoya, Dale Kaneko 
Children’s Sermon
Pastor Job Pangilinan
Special Song 
“Be Thou My Vision” 
Blaine Memorial UMC Choir 
Second Scripture Reading
Matthew 25:35 (CEB)
Tsutomu Nagoya, Dale Kaneko 
Sermon
“I Was a Stranger and You Welcomed Me” 
Rev. Cruz Edwin Santos 
Hymn of Reflection
“Breathe on Me, Breath of God” 
UMH #420 

Eugene and Kathy Onishi 
Introduction to the Offering
Dale Kaneko 
Offertory Song
“Be Thou My Vision” 
UMH #451 

Kathy Onishi 
*Doxology
“Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow”
UMH #94
Eugene Onishi and Miriam Tong 
*Prayer of Dedication
Dale Kaneko 
Announcements
Rev. Karen Yokota Love and Friends
*Closing Hymn
“You Are the Seed” 
UMH #583 

Eugene Onishi and Kathy Onishi 
*Benediction
Rev. Cruz Edwin Santos 
Postlude 
Song of Hope (Canto de Esperanza) 
(Argentine Folk Melody) 
TFWS #2186 

Kathy Onishi 
Altar Flowers
Miriam Tong

Daily Lectionary Readings*

Sunday, October 19, 2025: Proper 24 (29) 
Jeremiah 31:27-34 and Psalm 119:97-104; Genesis 32:22-31 and Psalm 121; 2 Timothy 3:14-4:5; Luke 18:1-8
Monday, October 20, 2025:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 129; Jeremiah 38:14-28; 1 Corinthians 6:1-11; 
Complementary: Psalm 57; 1 Samuel 25:2-22; 1 Corinthians 6:1-11; 
Tuesday, October 21, 2025:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 129; Jeremiah 39:1-18; James 5:7-12; 
Complementary: Psalm 57; 1 Samuel 25:23-35; James 5:7-12; 
Wednesday, October 22, 2025:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 129; Jeremiah 50:1-7, 17-20; Luke 22:39-46; 
Complementary: Psalm 57; 1 Samuel 25:36-42; Luke 22:39-46; 
Thursday, October 23, 2025:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 65; Joel 1:1-20; 2 Timothy 3:1-9; 
Complementary: Psalm 84:1-7; Jeremiah 9:1-16; 2 Timothy 3:1-9; 
Friday, October 24, 2025:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 65; Joel 2:1-11; 2 Timothy 3:10-15; 
Complementary: Psalm 84:1-7; Jeremiah 9:17-26; 2 Timothy 3:10-15; 
Saturday, October 25, 2025:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 65; Joel 2:12-22; Luke 1:46-55; 
Complementary: Psalm 84:1-7; Jeremiah 14:1-6; Luke 1:46-55;

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


BMUMC Announcements

Rev. Cruz Santos will provide today’s message for Hispanic Heritage Sunday.

Hispanic Heritage Sunday

Today, we will celebrate and recognize the rich contributions of Hispanic-Latinx individuals in our community and from around the world. Rev. Cruz Edwin Santos, Director of Hispanic/Latinx Ministries at Greater Northwest Episcopal Area, will provide the message.

Canceled: “League of Dreams” Film Screening

Due to low turnout, Puyallup Valley JACL and Seattle JACL along with Blaine Memorial UMC have canceled the “League of Dreams” film screening originally scheduled for Sunday, October 19, 2025 at 1:30PM in the Sanctuary. 

If you have questions contact the Puyallup Valley JACL for more info. Stay tuned for future announcements regarding this film screening. Apologies for any inconvenience.

Save the date! Bring your family and friends to Trunk or Treat 2025!

Trunk or Treat 2025!

When: Sunday, October 26, 2025, Noon to 2pm

Where: Blaine Memorial UMC Parking Lot

View the Flier | Contact Pastor Job

Wednesday Morning Coffee and Prayer

  • When: 9:00AM
  • Where: Zoom

The hour together consists of brief check-ins, devotionals, and prayers. We will continue reading from The Upper Room Daily Devotional Guide.This is a great way to start your morning, clear and center your mind, all while connecting with God and your prayer community. Feel free to bring a cup of coffee, tea, and a bite to eat.

Contact the Church Office for the Zoom Link.


Community Announcements

Your generous donations make a huge impact on our neighbors!

Migrant and Refugee Donation Ministry at Riverton Park UMC!

  • When: Tuesday-Friday between 10:00AM-4:00PM
  • Where: Church Office

Riverton Park UMC needs:

  • Diapers (sizes 3 through 7)
  • Diaper wipes
  • Kitchen pots and pans
  • Paper plates
  • Toothpaste
  • Long grain rice
  • Cooking Oil

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


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Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost

Posted by on Oct 11, 2025 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!

Sermon Questions


1. Focus
What are the “quarrels and distractions” in my life right now that keep me from focusing on Jesus, and how might I realign my attention toward Christ?

2. Unbound
Where have I placed chains—on myself, on others, or even on God’s work—and how might I live more freely in the unbound grace of Christ?

3. Remembering
Like the Samaritan who returned with gratitude, what specific act of God’s mercy in my life do I need to remember this week, and how can I express gratitude in response?

Order of Worship

Prelude
“Prelude No 1 in C Major”
By J.S. Bach
David Ige
Welcome of Grace and Greeting
Pastor Job Pangilinan
Land Acknowledgement
Pastor Job Pangilinan
Call to Worship 
Jamie Yates
*Opening Hymn
“O For a Thousand Tongues to Sing”
UMH #57, verses 1-4 and 5
David Ige and Michelle Vaughan
Opening Prayer
Jamie Yates
First Scripture Reading
Luke 17:11–19 (CEB)
Tsutomo Nagoya, Jamie Yates
Children’s Sermon
Teacher Sai Hanaoka
Special Song
“His Eye Is On The Sparrow”
TFWS #2146

David Ige
Mission Moment: New Doors for All
Dale Kaneko and Carol Okano
Second Scripture Reading
2 Timothy 2:8–15 (CEB)
Tsutomo Nagoya, Jamie Yates
Sermon
“In Our Healing: Focus, Unbound, Remembering”
Pastor Job Pangilinan
Hymn of Reflection
“O Lord, You’re Beautiful”
TFWS #2064
David Ige and Michelle Vaughan
Introduction to the Offering
Jamie Yates
Offertory Song
“Thy Word”
By Amy Grant
David Ige
*Doxology
“Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow”
UMH #94
David Ige and Michelle Vaughan
*Prayer of Dedication
Jamie Yates
Announcements
Pastor Job Pangilinan and Friends
*Closing Hymn
“In the Lord I’ll Be Ever Thankful”
TFWS #2195 (2x)
David Ige and Michelle Vaughan
*Benediction
Pastor Job Pangilinan
Postlude
Let There Be Peace on Earth
David Ige
Fellowship Breakout Room
Rev. Jeney Park-Hearn
Altar Flowers
Anita Kuroiwa-Schiff

Daily Lectionary Readings*

Sunday, October 12, 2025: Proper 23 (28)
Jeremiah 29:1, 4-7 and Psalm 66:1-12; 2 Kings 5:1-3, 7-15c and Psalm 111; 2 Timothy 2:8-15
Luke 17:11-19
Monday, October 13, 2025:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 102:1-17; Jeremiah 29:8-23; Acts 26:24-29; 
Complementary: Psalm 61; 2 Kings 5:15-19a; Acts 26:24-29;
Tuesday, October 14, 2025:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 102:1-17; Jeremiah 29:24-32; Ephesians 6:10-20; 
Complementary: Psalm 61; 2 Kings 5:19b-27; Ephesians 6:10-20; 
Wednesday, October 15, 2025:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 102:1-17; Jeremiah 25:15-32; Matthew 10:5-15; 
Complementary: Psalm 61; 2 Kings 15:1-7; Matthew 10:5-15; 
Thursday, October 16, 2025:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 119:97-104; Jeremiah 26:1-15; Acts 17:22-34; 
Complementary: Psalm 121; Isaiah 54:11-17; Acts 17:22-34; 
Friday, October 17, 2025:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 119:97-104; Jeremiah 26:16-24; 2 Timothy 2:14-26; 
Complementary: Psalm 121; Genesis 31:43-32:2; 2 Timothy 2:14-26;
Saturday, October 18, 2025:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 119:97-104; Jeremiah 31:15-26; Mark 10:46-52; 
Complementary: Psalm 121; Genesis 32:3-21; Mark 10:46-52;

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


BMUMC Announcements

Save the date! Bring your family and friends to Trunk or Treat 2025!

Trunk or Treat 2025!

When: Sunday, October 26, 2025, Noon to 2pm

Where: Blaine Memorial UMC Parking Lot

View the Flier | Contact Pastor Job

Wednesday Morning Coffee and Prayer

  • When: 9:00AM
  • Where: Zoom

The hour together consists of brief check-ins, devotionals, and prayers. We will continue reading from The Upper Room Daily Devotional Guide.This is a great way to start your morning, clear and center your mind, all while connecting with God and your prayer community. Feel free to bring a cup of coffee, tea, and a bite to eat.

Contact the Church Office for the Zoom Link.


Community Announcements

Your generous donations make a huge impact on our neighbors!

Migrant and Refugee Donation Ministry at Riverton Park UMC!

  • When: Tuesday-Friday between 10:00AM-4:00PM
  • Where: Church Office

Riverton Park UMC needs:

  • Diapers (sizes 3 through 7)
  • Diaper wipes
  • Kitchen pots and pans
  • Paper plates
  • Toothpaste
  • Long grain rice
  • Cooking Oil

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


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Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost, World Communion Sunday

Posted by on Oct 3, 2025 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!

Sermon Questions

  1. Where in your life right now do you feel the need to pray, “Lord, increase my faith”?
  2. Who might be “at the table” with you today—whether near or far—whom you struggle to see as part of the same body of Christ?
  3. If our mustard-seed faith can grow into a shelter for the world, what step can you take this week to nurture unity, healing, or hope in someone’s life?

Order of Worship

Prelude
In the Singing
(TFWS #2255)
By Carlton R. Young
Kathy Onishi
Welcome of Grace and Greeting
Rev. Karen Yokota Love
Land Acknowledgement
Rev. Karen Yokota Love
Call to Worship*
Rev. Karen Yokota Love
Opening Prayer
Jem Tong
First Scripture Reading
Luke 17:5-10 (CEB)
Tsutomo Nagoya, Jem Tong
Children’s Sermon
Rev. Karen Yokota Love
Special Music
“For Everyone Born”
By Shirley Erena Murray

B.U.G.S.
Sermon
“Small Faith, Great God”
(View Sermon Intro)
Pastor Job Pangilinan
Hymn of Reflection
Here Is Bread, Here Is Wine”
(TFWS #2266)

Eugene and Kathy Onishi
Holy Communion
Rev. Karen Yokota Love and Pastor Job Pangilinan 
Introduction to the Offering
Jem Tong
Offertory Song
The Servant Song”
(TFWS #2222)
By Richard Gillard
Kathy Onishi
*Doxology
“Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow”
UMH #94

Kathy and Eugene Onishi
*Prayer of Dedication
Jem Tong
Announcements
Rev. Karen Yokota Love and Friends
*Closing Hymn
Let There Be Peace on Earth
B.U.G.S.
*Benediction
Pastor Job Pangilinan
Postlude
“Let There Be Peace on Earth”
Kathy Onishi
Fellowship Breakout Room
None
Altar Flowers
Carol Kastrup

Daily Lectionary Readings*

Sunday, October 05, 2025: Proper 22 (27)
Lamentations 1:1-6 and Lamentations 3:19-26 or Psalm 137; Habakkuk 1:1-4; 2:1-4 and Psalm 37:1-9; 2 Timothy 1:1-14; Luke 17:5-10
Monday, October 06, 2025:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 137; Lamentations 1:16-22; James 1:2-11;
Complementary: Psalm 3; Habakkuk 1:5-17; James 1:2-11;
Tuesday, October 07, 2025:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 137; Lamentations 2:13-22; 1 John 5:1-5, 13-21;
Complementary: Psalm 3; Habakkuk 2:5-11; 1 John 5:1-5, 13-21;
Wednesday, October 08, 2025:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 137; Lamentations 5:1-22; Mark 11:12-14, 20-24;
Complementary: Psalm 3; Habakkuk 2:12-20; Mark 11:12-14, 20-24;
Thursday, October 09, 2025:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 66:1-12; Jeremiah 25:1-14; 2 Timothy 1:13-18;
Complementary: Psalm 111; Leviticus 14:33-53; 2 Timothy 1:13-18;
Friday, October 10, 2025:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 66:1-12; Jeremiah 27:1-22; 2 Timothy 2:1-7;
Complementary: Psalm 111; Numbers 4:34-5:4; 2 Timothy 2:1-7;
Saturday, October 11, 2025:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 66:1-12; Jeremiah 28:1-17; Luke 5:12-16;
Complementary: Psalm 111; Numbers 12:1-15; Luke 5:12-16;

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


BMUMC Announcements

Thank you for supporting Bazaar 2025!

Bazaar 2025 was a success!

Together with our congregation, Blaine Memorial UMC welcomed guests from the community, representatives from Tsuru for Solidarity, friends, family, neighbors, and more for delicious meals, fresh produce, and delectable desserts!

More news on this year’s Bazaar benefit is to come. Stay tuned!

Trunk or Treat 2025!

When: Sunday, October 26, 2025, Noon to 2pm

Where: Blaine Memorial UMC Parking Lot

View the Flier | Contact Pastor Job

Wednesday Morning Coffee and Prayer

  • When: 9:00AM
  • Where: Zoom

The hour together consists of brief check-ins, devotionals, and prayers. We will continue reading from The Upper Room Daily Devotional Guide.This is a great way to start your morning, clear and center your mind, all while connecting with God and your prayer community. Feel free to bring a cup of coffee, tea, and a bite to eat.

Contact the Church Office for the Zoom Link.


Community Announcements

National Japanese American Caucus of The United Methodist Church Convocation

When: October 9-11, 2025

Where: United Japanese Christian Church (Clovis, CA)

Every three years, we seek to gather clergy and laity from our historically Japanese-American congregations. On behalf of United Japanese Christian Church, we are excited to welcome you and we hope you will join us!

Theme
This year’s convocation theme, “Neighbors, Not Enemies,” draws upon the experience of the Japanese American incarceration during World War II and calls us to examine today’s political climate through the lens of justice, memory, and faith. As followers of Christ and members of the NJAUMC, we have a call and responsibility to respond. Together, through worship, workshops, conversations, and healing circles, we will affirm our commitment to stand with those facing discrimination, resist fear-driven policies, and to seek to embody the two greatest commandments that Jesus teaches.

Schedule
Clergy will gather on Wednesday, October 8 and the morning of Thursday, October 9. Then, the laity will join us in the afternoon on the 9th. We are blessed that Bishop Grant Hagiya will preach for us during Opening Worship! We will wrap up with a lunch to-go on Saturday, October 11. Contact Rev. Karen for more info.

Lodging
To book at a special group rate at Fairfield Inn and Suites, please use this link: Book your group rate for United Japanese Christian Church Please make your arrangements as soon as possible as there are multiple events in our area that weekend. The deadline to get the early booking rate at the hotel is September 8, 2025.

Please let Rev. Karen know if you have any questions.

Your generous donations make a huge impact on our neighbors!

Migrant and Refugee Donation Ministry at Riverton Park UMC!

  • When: Tuesday-Friday between 10:00AM-4:00PM
  • Where: Church Office

Riverton Park UMC needs:

  • Diapers (sizes 3 through 7)
  • Diaper wipes
  • Kitchen pots and pans
  • Paper plates
  • Toothpaste
  • Long grain rice
  • Cooking Oil

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


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Posted by on Sep 26, 2025 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!

Sermon Questions

  1. Who are the “Lazaruses” at the gate in our world today (locally and globally)?
  2. Why is it sometimes easier to ignore people in need?
  3. What do you think Jesus wants us to learn from this story? (About wealth? Death? The afterlife? Life in the here and now?)

Order of Worship

Prelude
We Will Glorify the King of Kings
TFWS #2087
By Twila Paris

Kathy Onishi
Welcome of Grace and Greeting
Rev. Job Pangilinan
Land Acknowledgement
Rev. Job Pangilinan
Call to Worship
Written by Dr. Lisa Hancock, Discipleship Ministries, April 2025
Barbara Nagaoka
*Opening Hymn
I Will Call Upon the Lord
TFWS #2002

Eugene and Kathy Onishi
Opening Prayer
Barbara Nagaoka
First Scripture Reading
Luke 16:19-31 (CEB)
Tsutomu Nagoya, Barbara Nagaoka
Children’s Sermon
Rev. Job Pangilinan
Special Song
Wings of the Dawn
Linda A. Spencer

Blaine Memorial UMC Choir
Prayers of the People
Rev. Karen Yokota Love
Second Scripture Reading
1 Timothy 6:6-19 (CEB)
Tsutomu Nagoya, Barbara Nagaoka
Sermon
The Cost of Riches
Rev. Karen Yokota Love
Hymn of Reflection
Pues Si Vivimos  
UMH #356 
Verses 1 and 2, Spanish and English 
Eugene and Kathy Onishi
Introduction to the Offering
Give through Realm
Barbara Nagaoka
Offertory Song
My Gratitude Now Accept, O God
TFWS #2044
By Rafael Montalvo

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

Eugene and Kathy Onishi
*Prayer of Dedication
Barbara Nagaoka
Announcements
Rev Karen Yokota Love and Friends
*Closing Hymn
Thy Holy Wings, O Savior
UMH #502

Eugene and Kathy Onishi
*Benediction
Rev. Karen Yokota Love
Postlude
More Like You
TFWS #2167
By Scott Wesley Brown

Kathy Onishi
Altar Flowers
Miriam Tong

Daily Lectionary Readings*

Sunday, September 28, 2025: Proper 21 (26)
Jeremiah 32:1-3a, 6-15 and Psalm 91:1-6, 14-16; Amos 6:1a, 4-7 and Psalm 146; 1 Timothy 6:6-19; Luke 16:19-31
Monday, September 29, 2025:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 119:49-56; Jeremiah 32:16-35; Revelation 3:14-22;
Complementary: Psalm 62; Amos 6:8-14; Revelation 3:14-22;
Tuesday, September 30, 2025:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 119:49-56; Jeremiah 32:36-44; James 5:1-6;
Complementary: Psalm 62; Hosea 10:9-15; James 5:1-6;
Wednesday, October 01, 2025:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 119:49-56; Jeremiah 33:1-13; Matthew 19:16-22;
Complementary: Psalm 62; Hosea 12:2-14; Matthew 19:16-22;
Thursday, October 02, 2025:
Semi-continuous: Lamentations 3:19-26; Jeremiah 52:1-11; Revelation 2:8-11;
Complementary: Psalm 37:1-9; 2 Kings 18:1-8, 28-36; Revelation 2:8-11;
Friday, October 03, 2025:
Semi-continuous: Lamentations 3:19-26; Jeremiah 52:12-30; Revelation 2:12-29;
Complementary: Psalm 37:1-9; 2 Kings 19:8-20, 35-37; Revelation 2:12-29;
Saturday, October 04, 2025:
Semi-continuous: Lamentations 3:19-26; Lamentations 1:7-15; Matthew 20:29-34;
Complementary: Psalm 37:1-9; Isaiah 7:1-9; Matthew 20:29-34;

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


BMUMC Announcements

Pre-Order now! Click the image above to reserve your favorite entrees and snacks as we prepare for this year’s Bazaar Benefit Event supporting Tsuru for Solidarity!

Bazaar 2025: Pre-Order today!

  • When: Saturday, October 4, 2025
  • Where: Blaine Memorial UMC

Don’t miss out on our upcoming fall Bazaar event benefitting Tsuru for Solidarity:

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.

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

Mission Guatemala Sunday

When: October 19, 2025

Where: Blaine Memorial UMC


Nineteen 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 impact of getting to know the people in Guatemala, learning about the culture, and working on the missional projects. 

Trunk or Treat 2025!

When: Sunday, October 26, 2025, Noon to 2pm

Where: Blaine Memorial UMC Parking Lot

View the Flier | Contact Pastor Job

Wednesday Morning Coffee and Prayer

  • When: 9:00AM
  • Where: Zoom

The hour together consists of brief check-ins, devotionals, and prayers. We will continue reading from The Upper Room Daily Devotional Guide.This is a great way to start your morning, clear and center your mind, all while connecting with God and your prayer community. Feel free to bring a cup of coffee, tea, and a bite to eat.

Contact the Church Office for the Zoom Link.


Community Announcements

National Japanese American Caucus of The United Methodist Church Convocation

When: October 9-11, 2025

Where: United Japanese Christian Church (Clovis, CA)

Every three years, we seek to gather clergy and laity from our historically Japanese-American congregations. On behalf of United Japanese Christian Church, we are excited to welcome you and we hope you will join us!

Theme
This year’s convocation theme, “Neighbors, Not Enemies,” draws upon the experience of the Japanese American incarceration during World War II and calls us to examine today’s political climate through the lens of justice, memory, and faith. As followers of Christ and members of the NJAUMC, we have a call and responsibility to respond. Together, through worship, workshops, conversations, and healing circles, we will affirm our commitment to stand with those facing discrimination, resist fear-driven policies, and to seek to embody the two greatest commandments that Jesus teaches.

Schedule
Clergy will gather on Wednesday, October 8 and the morning of Thursday, October 9. Then, the laity will join us in the afternoon on the 9th. We are blessed that Bishop Grant Hagiya will preach for us during Opening Worship! We will wrap up with a lunch to-go on Saturday, October 11. Contact Rev. Karen for more info.

Lodging
To book at a special group rate at Fairfield Inn and Suites, please use this link: Book your group rate for United Japanese Christian Church Please make your arrangements as soon as possible as there are multiple events in our area that weekend. The deadline to get the early booking rate at the hotel is September 8, 2025.

Please let Rev. Karen know if you have any questions.

Your generous donations make a huge impact on our neighbors!

Migrant and Refugee Donation Ministry at Riverton Park UMC!

  • When: Tuesday-Friday between 10:00AM-4:00PM
  • Where: Church Office

Riverton Park UMC needs:

  • Diapers (sizes 3 through 7)
  • Diaper wipes
  • Kitchen pots and pans
  • Paper plates
  • Toothpaste
  • Long grain rice
  • Cooking Oil

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


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Sermon Questions

  1. Have you ever thought of yourself as a “manager” of God’s stuff? Why or why not?
  2. What’s one way you’ve seen money become a tool instead of a treasure?
  3. What does this teach us about the importance of wise planning and intentionality?
  4. In what ways does our current culture promote either stewardship or ownership of wealth?

Order of Worship

Prelude
More Like You 
TFWS #2167 
Miriam Tong 
Welcome of Grace and Greeting
Rev. Job Pangilinan
Land Acknowledgement
Rev. Job Pangilinan
Call to Worship  
Written by Dr. Lisa Hancock, Discipleship Ministries, April 2025 
Rev. Job Pangilinan
 *Opening Hymn
Come and Find the Quiet Center 
TFWS #2128 
Eugene Onishi and Miriam Tong
Opening Prayer
Anita Kuroiwa-Schiff
First Scripture Reading
1 Timothy 2:1-7 (CEB)
Tsutomu Nagoya, Anita Kuroiwa-Schiff
Children’s Sermon 
Rev. Job Pangilinan
Special Song
What Does the Lord Require of You 
Jim Strathdee 

Blaine Memorial UMC Choir
Second Scripture Reading
Luke 16:1-13 (CEB)
Tsutomu Nagoya, Anita Kuroiwa-Schiff
Sermon
Stewardship of Our Riches  
Rev. Karen Yokota Love
Hymn of Reflection
Wounded World that Cries for Healing  
TFWS #2177 
Eugene Onishi? and Miriam Tong
Introduction to the Offering
Anita Kuroiwa-Schiff 
Offertory Song
Together We Serve 
TFWS #2175 
Miriam Tong
*Doxology
Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow
UMH #94

Eugene Onishi and Miriam Tong
*Prayer of Dedication
Anita Kuriowa-Schiff
Announcements
Rev Karen Yokota Love and Friends
*Closing Hymn
For the Healing of the Nations 
UMH #437 
Eugene Onishi and Miriam Tong
*Benediction
Rev. Karen Yokota Love
Postlude 
The Voice of God is Calling 
UMH #436 

Kathy Onishi
Altar Flowers
Sharon Maeda

Daily Lectionary Readings*

Sunday, September 21, 2025: Proper 20 (25)
Jeremiah 8:18-9:1 and Psalm 79:1-9; Amos 8:4-7 and Psalm 113; 1 Timothy 2:1-7
Luke 16:1-13
Monday, September 22, 2025:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 106:40-48; Jeremiah 9:12-26; Acts 4:1-12;
Complementary: Psalm 12; Proverbs 14:12-31; Acts 4:1-12;
Tuesday, September 23, 2025:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 106:40-48; Jeremiah 10:1-16; 1 Corinthians 9:19-23;
Complementary: Psalm 12; Proverbs 17:1-5; 1 Corinthians 9:19-23;
Wednesday, September 24, 2025:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 106:40-48; Jeremiah 10:17-25; Luke 20:45-21:4;
Complementary: Psalm 12; Proverbs 21:10-16; Luke 20:45-21:4;
Thursday, September 25, 2025:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 91:1-6, 14-16; Jeremiah 23:9-22; 2 Corinthians 8:8-15;
Complementary: Psalm 146; Proverbs 22:2-16; 2 Corinthians 8:8-15;
Friday, September 26, 2025:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 91:1-6, 14-16; Jeremiah 23:23-32; Ephesians 2:1-10;
Complementary: Psalm 146; Proverbs 28:3-10; Ephesians 2:1-10;
Saturday, September 27, 2025:
Semi-continuous: Psalm 91:1-6, 14-16; Jeremiah 24:1-10; Luke 9:43b-48;
Complementary: Psalm 146; Proverbs 28:11-28; Luke 9:43b-48;

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


BMUMC Announcements

Our next Cottage Meeting for Associate Pastor Job Pangilinan is coming! Join us Sunday, September 21 after worship to meet and greet Pastor Job and his wife Rosemarie!

Cottage Meetings with Pastor Job!

When: Sunday, September 21, after Service

Where: Blaine Memorial UMC, Webb Room

The Staff Parish Relations Committee (SPRC) and Pastor Job invite you and your family to a Cottage Meeting after service on Sunday, September 21, in the Webb Room. A simple lunch will be provided.

This gathering is a chance for you got get to know Pastor Job. Together we’ll reflect on the theme, “Preparing the Next Generation for the Mission of Christ for the Transformation of the World.” The meet-and-greet will last for about 45 minutes to an hour, ensuring a meaningful yet focused time together. Please RSVP to Arlene Naganawa so we can plan well. We look forward to sharing this special time with you!

Click image to pre-order, now!

Bazaar 2025: Pre-Order today!

  • When: Saturday, October 4, 2025
  • Where: Blaine Memorial UMC

Don’t miss out on our upcoming fall Bazaar event benefitting Tsuru for Solidarity:

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.

Save the date! Bring your family and friends to Trunk or Treat 2025! View the Flier!

Trunk or Treat 2025!

When: Sunday, October 26, 2025, Noon to 2pm

Where: Blaine Memorial UMC Parking Lot

View the Flier | Contact Pastor Job

Wednesday Morning Coffee and Prayer

  • When: 9:00AM
  • Where: Zoom

The hour together consists of brief check-ins, devotionals, and prayers. We will continue reading from The Upper Room Daily Devotional Guide.This is a great way to start your morning, clear and center your mind, all while connecting with God and your prayer community. Feel free to bring a cup of coffee, tea, and a bite to eat.

Contact the Church Office for the Zoom Link.


Community Announcements

National Japanese American Caucus of The United Methodist Church Convocation

When: October 9-11, 2025

Where: United Japanese Christian Church (Clovis, CA)

Every three years, we seek to gather clergy and laity from our historically Japanese-American congregations. On behalf of United Japanese Christian Church, we are excited to welcome you and we hope you will join us!

Theme
This year’s convocation theme, “Neighbors, Not Enemies,” draws upon the experience of the Japanese American incarceration during World War II and calls us to examine today’s political climate through the lens of justice, memory, and faith. As followers of Christ and members of the NJAUMC, we have a call and responsibility to respond. Together, through worship, workshops, conversations, and healing circles, we will affirm our commitment to stand with those facing discrimination, resist fear-driven policies, and to seek to embody the two greatest commandments that Jesus teaches.

Schedule
Clergy will gather on Wednesday, October 8 and the morning of Thursday, October 9. Then, the laity will join us in the afternoon on the 9th. We are blessed that Bishop Grant Hagiya will preach for us during Opening Worship! We will wrap up with a lunch to-go on Saturday, October 11. Contact Rev. Karen for more info.

Lodging
To book at a special group rate at Fairfield Inn and Suites, please use this link: Book your group rate for United Japanese Christian Church Please make your arrangements as soon as possible as there are multiple events in our area that weekend. The deadline to get the early booking rate at the hotel is September 8, 2025.

Please let Rev. Karen know if you have any questions.

Your generous donations make a huge impact on our neighbors!

Migrant and Refugee Donation Ministry at Riverton Park UMC!

  • When: Tuesday-Friday between 10:00AM-4:00PM
  • Where: Church Office

Riverton Park UMC needs:

  • Diapers (sizes 3 through 7)
  • Diaper wipes
  • Kitchen pots and pans
  • Paper plates
  • Toothpaste
  • Long grain rice
  • Cooking Oil

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


The September 2025 Calendar is Coming Soon!

November 2025
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2345678
9101112131415
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