Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost
All are Welcome! Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost September 6, 2026 10:00 a.m. View the livestream Sermon Questions Is there someone I need to approach with honesty and love, rather than talking about them to others? What is keeping me from taking that first step? How can I practice both truth and grace when dealing with conflict, correction, or hurt within my relationships and church community? What would change in my relationships if I truly believed that Christ is present whenever we gather in His name — even in difficult conversations?...
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All are Welcome! Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost Blessing of the Animals 10:00 a.m. View the livestream Sermon Questions What can the animals in our lives teach us about God’s love and the gift of creation? How might our understanding of “God saw that it was good” change the way we see and treat the creatures around us? Where do we see God’s presence and goodness in creation … in ways we notice and in ways we often overlook? What is one way we can respond to God’s gift of creation by becoming more compassionate and faithful stewards...
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All are Welcome! Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost August 23, 2026 10:00 a.m. View the livestream Sermon Questions How do you hear God’s call? Do you hear it in the voices and cries of God’s people? Does fear, lack of confidence or imposter syndrome prevent you from saying yes? Will you turn to God to help discern what you should do? When you feel God’s call on your heart, how do you respond? Are you...
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All are Welcome! Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost August 16, 2026 10:00 a.m. View the livestream Sermon Questions When the “fire” comes into your life, where do you instinctively turn for help? What does the Canaanite woman teach us about bringing our struggles honestly to Jesus? Jesus teaches that what comes out of us reveals what is in our hearts. What is your life currently revealing about your faith, character, priorities, and relationship with God? The Canaanite woman continued coming to Jesus even when He seemed silent. Have you ever...
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All are Welcome! Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost August 9, 2026 10:00 a.m. View the livestream Video Sermon Questions What voices, stories, traditions or experiences shape your theological lens? How does Hagar’s experience challenge our assumptions about heroes in Scripture? What do we miss when we listen only to the powerful? Whose voices and perspectives are we missing in our theological reflection? Where might our own communities, whether intentionally or unintentionally, be acting like Abraham and Sarah, creating...
read moreLAC Chair Refresh Parties!
Lee Activity Center Chair Refresh Parties — Free Lunch Included! We’re gathering volunteers to help clean and refresh the 260 chairs in the Lee Activity Center. Volunteers of all abilities are welcome. Work Dates: Wednesday, Aug. 12, Noon-4 p.mThursday, Aug. 13, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.Wednesday, Aug. 19, Noon-4 p.m.Thursday, Aug. 20, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Help Blaine repair our good, reliable chairs! Feel free to bring your tools and help make some easy fixes we can sit comfortably! A light lunch will be provided each day. If you have a battery-operated...
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All-Church Clean-Up on Saturday, Sept. 12 The Board of Trustees invites everyone to our biannual All-Church Clean-Up on Saturday, Sept. 12, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., followed by lunch. Our campus is used by many groups and hosts numerous events throughout the year, so it needs extra care beyond what our weekly janitorial service provides. There will be a variety of activities to fit all skill levels, energy levels and available time commitments. Calling all Blaine members! Join us as we spruce up our church for the summer! It’s a fun and easy...
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All are Welcome! Tenth Sunday after Pentecost August 2, 2026 10:00 a.m. View the livestream Video Sermon Questions What is in your hands? Who is Jesus inviting us to see? Who are we tempted to “send away”? What would it mean to trust Jesus with what we have? Order of Worship Prelude“Come, Now is the Time to Worship”Words and Music by Brian DoerksenW&S #3176Miriam TongWelcome of Grace and GreetingRev. Cruz Edwin SantosLand AcknowledgementRev. Cruz Edwin Santos*Call to Worship Anita Kuriowa Schiff*Opening Song“Here I Am, Lord”UMH...
read moreSeattle Shooting: Rev. Karen asks for prayers
Prayers for those affected by the recent Bite of Seattle shooting By Rev. Karen Yokota Love Our region was heartbroken by the horrific shooting at the Bite of Seattle last Sunday, July 26, 2026. For so many in our community, the Bite has long been a cherished summer tradition — a place where families, neighbors, and friends gather to celebrate the richness and diversity of our city. It has been a favorite tradition of mine as well. I always looked forward to sampling the incredible variety of foods, enjoying the different bands and live music...
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All are Welcome! Ninth Sunday after Pentecost July 26, 2026 10:00 a.m. View the livestream Video Sermon Questions Jesus says the kingdom of heaven is like a mustard seed and yeast — small things that quietly transform the world. Looking back on your own life, what “small seed” of faith, kindness, or encouragement has had a much greater impact than you could have imagined? Like Odysseus, we are all on a journey home, and the journey changes us. Where do you see God shaping you through the unexpected detours, challenges, or...
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