Third Sunday after Pentecost
All are Welcome! Third Sunday after Pentecost June 14, 2026 10:00 a.m. View the livestream Sermon Questions In what areas of your life do you most identify with Sarah’s laughter — those places where hope feels delayed, fragile, or even unrealistic — and how honest are you willing to be with God about that waiting? How do you hear God’s question, “Is anything too difficult for the Lord?” in your current circumstances: as pressure to believe harder, or as an invitation to widen your sense of what is still possible? What might it look like for...
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All are Welcome! Second Sunday after Pentecost June 7, 2026 10:00 a.m. View the livestream Video Sermon Questions Where in your life is God calling you to take the next step of faith, even without having the full picture yet? How does remembering that you are “blessed to be a blessing” reshape the way you see your identity and purpose as you begin the week? What does it look like for you to keep moving forward in faith rather than stopping in fear, delay, or discouragement? Order of Worship Prelude“O Lord, You’re Beautiful”TFWS...
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How can scripture ease anxiety and emotional stress? Read further… Spiritual Formation Center Practice Replacing Worry By Anne Arakaki-Lock Along with many others, I allow myself to be anxious about things. Just tonight, for instance, the administration threatened on the news to defund Medicaid, Medicare and child care because more money was needed for wars. My ire was raised, and I know my blood pressure was affected. I also find myself worrying often about the health of my loved ones—the family and friends who surround me. As I...
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Gibson, Evan, and Kai take charge of the recycling area. How can we embody the spirit of Christ? Thank you for nurturing the BYG during this time of transition! Our Blaine Youth Group served church members after worship on Easter Sunday, and we are grateful for their creative and innovative approach to cooking. If you would like to continue supporting our BYG, contact Rev. Karen Yokota Love. BYG Update Faithfulness…Through You! By the Rev. Karen Yokota Love, photos by Jesse N. Love Over the season of Lent, I began a simple practice that...
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Blaine Memorial UMC members Judy Yasutake and Dale H. Watanabe volunteered and stamped family members’ names. Ireicho visits Blaine Memorial UMC in powerful act of remembrance and shared reflection By the Rev. Karen Yokota Love, photo by Judy Yasutake and Dale H. Watanabe On March 28, 2026, Blaine Memorial UMC welcomed the Ireicho, part of the Irei: National Monument for the WWII Japanese American Incarceration, into the Lee Activity Center and the Nishida Room for a meaningful sacred moment in time. Blaine Memorial welcomed people from...
read moreAnnual Sukiyaki raises $30k supporting PNW disaster fund
Gail Nomura (center) invites University of Washington exchange students to help at Sukiyaki, and Rev. Karen is delighted. Becky Yoda smiles while preparing sukiyaki with friends. Annual Sukiyaki raises $30k supporting PNW disaster fund By Lesley Okura and the Sukiyaki Committee 2026, photos by the Rev. Karen Yokota Love “And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him.” (Colossians 3:17) These words above from the Bible reflect our message to you all. On March...
read moreCongrats, Team Blaine!
Thank you to all who supported Team Blaine at this year’s Walk for Rice event hosted by the ACRS. Justine Ing leads Team Blaine to victory as they support the feeding of local Asian families through the Asian Counseling and Referral Service. This year’s Walk for Rice Event took place in Seward Park, last May. Thank You, Blaine Community Team Blaine Raises More Than $20,000 for This Year’s Walk for Rice By Justine Ing A huge thank-you to our Team Blaine walkers and the rest of the Blaine community for your amazing support of this...
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Sign up now and help the most frequently visited food bank in King County serve culturally familiar food to those in need. Position Hours: Tuesday–Friday 9 a.m.–12 p.m. Location: 800 Weller St., Seattle, WA Chinatown-International District Specific Tasks: Prepping grocery bags for delivery Assembling and packaging food Loading and unloading food into delivery vehicles Supporting organization and light cleaning within the facility (Wednesdays and Fridays) Handing out food to clients Required: Must be at least 16 Sign up, now! Announcements...
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The Rev. Karen Yokota Love and Laura Gilbert share a moment after Easter Worship Service as they await to place flowers on the cross at Blaine Memorial UMC. Senior Pastor Reflection A Season of Belonging, Gratitude and Grace By the Rev. Karen Yokota Love, photos by Jesse N. Love As we move through May and toward June, I find myself holding this season with deep gratitude. The rhythm of the church year invites us to slow down and notice what God is doing among us — and to recognize the people God uses to shape, steady and carry us forward in...
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All are Welcome! Trinity Sunday May 31, 2026 10:00 a.m. View the livestream Video Sermon Questions The sermon describes the Trinity as “communion” — Father, Son, and Holy Spirit living in perfect relationship. Where in your own life have you experienced the strength, comfort, or beauty of living in community rather than alone? The disciples in Matthew both worshiped and doubted, yet Jesus still sent them into the world. How does it encourage or challenge you to know that God works through imperfect people with mixed emotions and questions? In...
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