Innovation Hub: Empathy
The young people of Blaine Memorial UMC hosted a film screening bringing together many for cross-generational discussions on social and faith issues. Interested in supporting the Innovation hub? Contact Lynne Onishi! Innovation Hub Update Empathy is where innovation begins By Lynne Onishi, B.Y.G. Co-director Hi, Blaine Memorial family! It’s been awhile since this project took off, so I thought it would be a good time for a quick refresh on the Innovation Hub. Who are we? What are we doing? And why are we doing this work? In Fall of 2021, our...
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Blaine collects hygiene products for Seattle Children’s By Kaylee Yokoyama Donations were collected at Blaine in the narthex outside of the sanctuary from December 2022 through January 2023. Thank you Blaine for supporting Seattle Children’s Food Security Program with your new, unused hygiene products. This collection of hand soap, dish soap, menstrual products, underwear, diapers, toothpaste, and more will be vital for supporting our local community – all thanks to you! Your participation has positively impacted the lives of our...
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Blaine Memorial Educational Scholarships 2023 By Michelle Vaughan,Scholarship Chair Applications for Blaine’s Educational Scholarships is now open through May 17, 2023! 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...
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The Day of Remembrance 2023 in Photos By Rev. Karen Yokota Love, Senior Pastor Photos by Ryan Kozu with Jesse N. Love Remembrance: Eugene Tagawa and Sharon Maeda attend the Day of Remembrance Ceremony at the Washington State Fairgrounds in Puyallup, Wash. Listening In: Blaine Memorial UMC church members critically listen to Kiku Hughes, a cartoonist. She reads her poetry and complements her readings with illustrations of her late grandmother, Ernestina, who was incarcerated in one of the 10 camps. Representation Matters: Members from Blaine...
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Celebrating 119 Years at Blaine! By Rev. Karen Yokota Love, Senior Pastor Anniversary Sunday: We honored our 88+ church members in worship on January 29. Real Influencers: The Revs. Karen and Ken Miyake (previous Blaine Memorial pastor) with his daughter, Washington State Representative Sharon Tomiko-Santos. Smiles all around: Rev. Dr. Jeney Park-Hearn addresses the congregation with a greeting. Saints: Ron Nobuyama rings a bell for each of our of our beloved 88+ saints who passed away in 2022. Newly-Minted: Mike Takahashi (L) and Tom...
read moreB.Y.G. Bake Sale!
Cookies, baked mochi, and other delicious treats were offered during the Blaine Youth Group Bake Sale! B.Y.G. Update Bake Sale raises hopes, funds for young people By Lawrence Paltep, B.Y.G. Co-Director The Blaine Youth Group serves delicious snacks for sale after worship service, along with scented candles. They raised over $1000 to fund future camping experiences that will enrich their spiritual journeys. Camping is an important part of our youth ministry. Developing deep relationships with other youth is an opportunity for all attendees to...
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Lent, Spring, Sukiyaki: What is God Seeking? By Rev. Karen Yokota Love, Senior Pastor There are clear signs that Spring is approaching as cherry blossoms bloom sparsely among the trees in the neighborhood. Spring screams renewal, regeneration, and new beginnings, with a sudden burst of fresh energy, after the carefully considered and controlled conservations of winter. However, I feel a great sense of tension. American musician Henry Collins once said, “In winter, I plot and plan. In spring, I move.” Blaine Memorial continues to be a vibrant...
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This week at Blaine…
Monday Dec 19 OFFICE CLOSED 10a  Newsletter Mailing 4:30p  Lord’s Table Prep/Serve 7p  EYCI Basketball Tuesday Dec 20 7p  Bell Choir 7:30p  RK Basketball  Wednesday Dec 21 7p  Choir 7:30p  MCHD   Basketball Thursday Dec 22 10a  Tai Chi 12:15p  Ukulele 7p  Summit Band Rehearsal Friday Dec 23 12p  Ikebana Rehearsal Saturday Dec 24 CHRISTMAS EVE 4p  Family Worship 7p  Candlelight Worship Sunday Dec 25 CHRISTMAS SUNDAY WORSHIP 10a  Joint Worship 11:30a  Nichigobu Worship ...
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