This Sunday, September 2 at 10:00 am
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 Ever feel dry? Ever been in need of a fresh new light or to experience God’s love as a breathe of fresh air?
This Sunday we have an opportunity to listen and learn as The Spiritual Travelers present “Dem Bones” a creative look at the story of Ezekiel 37:1-14 intertwined with music.
As a response to this story, you are invited to refresh your spirit as we gather in fellowship after church for refreshments.
If you are looking for a bright new way to refresh your spirit, maybe now is the time to look into a way to connect within the Church. Maybe it’s signing up with our group looking at racism, or issues of border justice, or maybe you’d like to learn how to sing in our choir? No matter the way, consider your bones having received the breath of God and summoned for the purpose of bringing about the Culture of Heaven (formerly known as the Kingdom of God). — Bruce Wilson
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Fall Choir Workshop
Saturday, September 8
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The choir is returning and if you would like to be a part of these wonderful singers and Spirit-filled individuals, come to our
Fall Choir Workshop
Saturday, September 8
10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Verona Ryan's home, 4301 SW Donald Street.
We start promptly at 10:00 am.
If you are planning to attend and are NEW, please contact the Church Office to provide your name, address, phone number and what part you sing (soprano, alto, tenor, bass) if you know. If you don’t, no worries, we will help you figure that out. If you have specific questions, contact me at (209) 406-5789.
Please bring a potluck dish to share for lunch, and any interested friends! Dress very comfortably.
I'm super excited,
Marshan Goodwin-Moultry
Minister of Music (aka. MOM)
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Calling All Sunday School Teachers
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 Our children need teachers in Room 22 beginning in September. Julia Chase and Julia Peeler have volunteered for this delightful job. The curriculum is accessible and engaging.
The lessons, which can be taught with a little preparation, incorporate reading, games and activities.
Please consider joining in the fun! Sign up for one Sunday or sign up for more.
A BIG Thank you to Emily Hitchens for preparing and teaching most Sundays this summer. Having a loyal church member working with our children is a blessing to them and to our church. Give Emily a thank you when you see her. — Julia Peeler
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Cash Only Requested:
Donations Drive for Immigrant Families
on the Southern Border
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 Good Shepard UCC in Sahuarita, AZ, has requested cash donations instead of shipping items so they can respond to changing priorities for supplies needed by people stranded at the US/Mexican border, most of whom are seeking asylum.
Make your check out to "Alki UCC" and put Border Supply Drive in the memo line.
There is also a basket for cash donations on Sunday.
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From United Church of Christ News
Faith Witness at the Border
forging immigrant justice connections across UCC
More than 100 people from seven Conferences in the United Church of Christ, joined by members of three ecumenical partner Churches, are converging on the border town of Sahuarita, Ariz., for several days of study and service around immigrant justice.
The group heard from Nathan Watts, an associate minister at Good Shepherd UCC, talk about ‘prevention through deterrence’ — the increased militarization at the United States-Mexico Border, and the criminalization of people who cross the border — to make migration as difficult as possible. He talked about the U.S. government infrastructure and individuals set up to keep migrants out. He visually shared the ‘funnel effect’ of the border wall, using volunteers to show how U.S. policies are pushing people from the cities into more dangerous remote areas, where crossing not at a point of entry without a visa makes one arrestable and can lead to incarceration. It’s also a crime that negates one an opportunity to claim asylum.
“Not only are we trying to address the very physical deterrents,” Watts said, “we are challenging the mentality that makes this philosophy okay.”
Read more here.
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 Thanks to everyone who has already signed up! Look for the fall assignments next week.
We've started work on the winter Liturgist Sunday Worship Schedule and invite anyone interested to add your name to the existing team!
Liturgists arrive by 9:30 am on their assigned Sunday to do a sound check. During worship, they read the Call to Worship (as assigned), the scripture passages and make a brief personal statement before the offertory.
You’ll receive the scripture text and Order of Worship in advance AND we’ll have a special Liturgist Binder for you on Sunday.
Give it a try! No experience needed. You'll be joining an existing group; liturgists typically serve one Sunday every third month, or so.
Contact the Church Office if you have any questions or to sign up.
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Weaving our Strengths Conference:
Narratives of Hope
Saturday, September 29
8:00 am – 3:15 pm
Mercer Island Presbyterian Church
3605 84th Ave SE
Our community is invited to the fifth annual Weaving Our Strengths, a day-long conference of fellowship, inspiration, and skill-building to strengthen local churches’ efforts for the common good.
Registration and workshop details at “Weaving Our Strengths” section of our website.
Workshop themes include organizing for church vitality; our call to advocacy; water in Scripture, our lives and world; standing with our Muslim neighbors; equity in daily life; racial justice; civility; environmental and housing justice; spirituality & justice “reset;” cultural humility; and discernment.
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Prayers
Sue & Dick Backs on the death last Friday of Dick's brother Dave, who was in hospice care after suffering a stroke.
For those grieving the recent death of a loved one:
Lesa Henry, Jeff Jolly & family, Charley Rosenberry
Recent hospitalization, illness and other concerns:
Larry Gill's nephew, Paul; Lisa Burke, Penny Matthews, Bev Connor, Patty Magnuson’s brother, Shelley Webster, Jan Cochran
For home bound members/friends of Alki UCC: Ruth Okada, Doris Colbert
Wider World: Children, parents and all those affected by myriad inhumane immigration policies/practices; prayers for fewer guns and for all victims of gun violence; victims and survivors of extremist violence around the world; migrants seeking refuge around the world, and for those who are trying to help and serve them. The rest of the missing schoolgirls kidnapped by Boko Haram, who remain in our hearts as long as they remain missing. The hungry and homeless, the ill and the addicted, the lost and the lonely; the unemployed.
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Tiny House Build/
Camp Second Chance
Saturday
Sunday Worship
and Church School
Sunday at 10:00 am
Fall Choir Workshop
Sat, Sept 8 at 10:00 am
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Update!
Pastoral/Parish Care
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Rev. Amy Hitchens is your contact while Pastor Susan is out of town August 29 – September 5.
Contact her at 206/930-8393 or amy@npucc.org.
Pastor Amy has been a member of Alki UCC for thirteen years and was, until May of 2017, in four way covenant as a hospital chaplain with Alki UCC. Amy is now serving at Normandy Park United Church of Christ as their pastor.
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Alki UCC member Emily Hitchens is our Parish Nurse and leads the Parish Care team. You can also contact her directly to request help with rides/meals or other logistics associated with illness, injury or major life disruptions.
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Tomorrow!
Tiny House Build at Camp Second Chance
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Calling all Volunteers! We need you this Saturday
Camp Second Chance, 9701 Myers Way S
Parking lot is in the front; carpooling encouraged
RSVP with Kathy Herigstad and check with her for details
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Big News from the Nursery
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If you have children ... if you love our children at Alki UCC ... stop in the Nursery Sunday morning and see what’s happening.
We have hired four new Nursery Attendants: Erica Ijeoma, Samantha Faaherty, Vivian Peil and Catherine Brown.
They are high school students with many interests and talents. Get to know them. They are in the Nursery Sundays from 9:45 to 11:15 am.
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Paella Party Benefit for West Seattle Helpline
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Saturday, September 8
6:00 to 9:00 pm
C&P Coffee
5612 California Ave SW
Tickets: $25 in advance at C&P Coffee or at the door.
RSVP required!
A fun, festive and delicious way to support the West Seattle Helpline, the beloved local nonprofit that helps our neighbors stay in their homes during a financial crisis.
Joey Serquinia, second executive chef of The Harvest Vine, will present a paella feast
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Free Medical, Dental and Vision Care at Seattle/King County Clinics for People Struggling to Access and/or Afford Healthcare
September 20–23
Seattle Center
All are welcome regardless of income, insurance, or immigration status; patients will not be asked for documentation; all services are FREE.
• Online information here
• Email
• 206.684.7200
Fall Disaster Skills Classes
The Office of Emergency Management has a full calendar of Disaster Skills classes happening throughout the city this fall.
To view the full list of class offerings and to register, go to our Events Calendar and click on each individual class title to see details and access registration link.
Classes include: Stop the Bleed, Disaster Skills Workshop, Basic First Aid, Light Search and Rescue
These classes all provide important instruction on key skills that can get you through an emergency and allow you to help those around you.
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Click on the big, blue donate button at alkiucc.org to make your secure online donation.
You will be redirected to our contributions page where you click on the PayPal button to donate online. Other giving options are also noted.
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