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Twenty-Third Sunday after Pentecost 

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Twenty-Third Sunday after Pentecost 

Welcome! All Saints Sunday  November 5, 2023, 10am • Hybrid Worship Continue scrolling or view the print version of the bulletin Order of Worship  Prelude  Draw Us in the Spirit’s Tether  (Music: Harold Friedell, Words: Percy Dearmer) Kathy OnishiWelcome of Grace and Greeting  Rev. Mia MiKyung Park*Opening Hymn  A Mighty Fortress Is Our God (UMH #110, verses 1,2)  Eugene and Kathy Onishi*Call to Worship  Rev. Karen Yokota Love *Hymn  A Mighty Fortress Is Our God (UMH #110, v.3-4) ...

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Poinsettias on the Altar

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Poinsettias on the Altar

Click image to download the pdf version of this form. The deadline for Poinsettia Orders will be Sunday, December 17,...

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Twenty-Second Sunday after Pentecost

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Twenty-Second Sunday after Pentecost

Welcome! Twenty-Second Sunday after Pentecost October 29, 2023, 10:00am Hybrid Worship Continue scrolling or view the print version of the bulletin Thank you to Miriam Tong for today’s beautiful flower arrangement!  Order of Worship Prelude Make Me a Channel of Your Peace Kathy OnishiWelcome of Grace and Greeting Rev. Karen Yokota Love *Call to Worship Rev. Karen Yokota Love *Opening Song Open the Eyes of My Heart (Paul Baloche) Blaine Memorial Praise Band Opening Prayer Rev. Karen Yokota Love First Scripture Reading Matthew...

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Spiritual Formation Center

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Spiritual Formation Center

Lahaina, Hawaii (Aug. 16, 2023) – Wildfire damage in Lahaina. Remains of the U.S. Seamen’s Hospital (U.S. Marine Hospital), 1024 Front Street, Lahaina, Hawaii, first built 1833, in Lahaina Historic District, National Register of Historic Places. Photo courtesy of the United States Department of Homeland Security, Dominick Del Vecchio Our Bazaar: “Sowing Generously” for Maui By Anne Arakaki-Lock As I write, my heart aches for my fellow Hawaiians who have lost family, homes, jobs, and maybe even hope due to recent wildfires. I cry for...

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Associate Pastor’s Spiritual Reflection

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Associate Pastor’s Spiritual Reflection

Rev. Mia and her family celebrated ChuSeok (Korean Thanksgiving) while watching a traditional Korean dance performance at McCaw Hall. A Reflection on Rainy Days By the Rev. Mia MiKyung Park Coolness brings the refreshing essence of the season, with the changing colors of the leaves serving as a vivid reminder that we are truly in the midst of fall. The arrival of the rain deepens the season and stirs my emotions. I have always had a deep affection for rain. During my childhood, rainy days held a special place in my heart. These were the days...

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Innovation Hub Update

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Innovation Hub Update

Blaine young adults hiking up to Lake 22 near Granite Falls on a beautiful September day! Upcoming Vote on Nov. 5 to determine affiliation with Reconciling Ministries Network By Lynne Onishi, photos by Kai Yamamoto Important! Register now for our upcoming vote! Make your voice heard! Innovation Hub Events Fall is here! We have been enjoying the last moments of sunshine and warmth before Winter arrives. Last September, we hosted a family film night in the social hall. We watched a lively animated musical and enjoyed plenty of food and snacks!...

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BYG Update

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BYG Update

Kobe and Tyler are assembling an amazing Suno dog during taste-testing before Bazaar. BYG Suno Dogs support Maui relief! By Kaylee Yokoyama, photos by Kai Yamamoto It’s already Fall! Blaine Youth Group has begun a brand new school year. The youth are meeting on Sundays in the Nishida Room. We are excited for a fresh start to youth ministries. This past month was filled with tons of exciting and fun events.  One of those events being the long-awaited Blaine Bazaar! BYG featured a Youth Booth where youth served delicious suno dogs and...

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News from our Bishop

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News from our Bishop

Peace is our work, everywhere By Cedrick D. Bridgeforth, Resident Bishop, Greater Northwest Area Courtesy of The Greater Northwest Area of The United Methodist Church Many people say, “We can’t find goodness anywhere. The light of your face has left us, Lord!” But you have filled my heart with more joy than when their wheat and wine are everywhere! I will lie down and fall asleep in peace because you alone, Lord, let me live in safety. -Psalm 4:6-8, CEB My family still resides in and around Decatur, Alabama. If you search Decatur, Alabama,...

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Twenty-First Sunday after Pentecost

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Twenty-First Sunday after Pentecost

Welcome! M.I.L.E. Sermon Series: L is Laity Ministry Enhancement October 22, 2023, 10:00AM Hybrid Worship Continue scrolling or view the print version of the bulletin. Order of Worship  Prelude Proclaim The Glory of the Lord  (Music by Niles Borop and Dwight Liles) Miriam TongWelcome of Grace and Greeting  Rev. Karen Yokota LoveCall to Worship  Rev. Karen Yokota Love Opening Song  You Are Holy (Prince of Peace)  (By M. Imboden and T. Rhoton) Eugene Onishi and Miriam TongOpening Prayer  Rev. Karen Yokota...

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News from our Senior Pastor

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News from our Senior Pastor

Retired Bishop Roy I. Sano and Rev. Karen at the NJAUMC Clergy Gathering in Burlingame, CA. Signs of autumn signal celebrations By Rev. Karen Yokota Love, additional photos by Jesse N. Love and Kai Yamamoto The days are getting shorter and it’s getting dark earlier. Red leaves are piling up and for me, it is a reminder that Autumn has many signs and signals. There is a shift of the changing of the seasons. The year is wrapping up and I wonder where the time went – how are we in October already? As I watch the leaves fall, it urges me to let...

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