Dear Alki UCC,
Thank you to all who participated at the booth we hosted with Admiral UCC at Alki Beach Pride last Saturday! We offered free bracelet-making, gave away Japanese Maple starts to grateful recipients, and offered Reverse Confessions. We had lots of volunteers who covered set-up, take-down, hosting and welcoming.
It was a wonderful way to BE the church in our community.
I noticed that our booth was an especially welcome respite for parents with young children who were grateful to sit and rest awhile at the bracelet-making table.
I had no idea what to expect from my idea to offer confessions to queer people who have been wounded by the Church. It was a subtle offering, we didn’t have any big signs announcing that we were offering Reverse Confessions. Perhaps that will come next year. But I offered it to people that came to our booth, those that seemed to be there for a reason beyond bracelet-making.
 Many were allies and didn’t feel the need to personally receive a reverse confession, but they were grateful that we were offering it. They thanked us for having the witness and making the statement. A couple of people did take me up on receiving a confession, and it was an immense privilege.
I was honored to represent you, to represent the Church, in saying, “I’m so sorry you have been wounded by the Church.” In blessing them, I was blessed. In embracing them, I was embraced. That’s the way it is with grace, it’s sticky stuff. You can’t offer it without getting some on you. And this was our confession, church, our blessing from God offered to a precious beloved. So feel that grace. Take it in. Let it transform you.
In hope,
Pastor Emily
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A quick and easy way to schedule time with Pastor Emily
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Registration due TODAY!
Alki UCC Fall Retreat
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Friday, September 20 to Sunday, September 22
Pilgrim Firs Camp and Conference Center
Port Orchard, WA
Our theme is Daily Bread: Discovering What Gives Us Life. The concept is based on the meditation practice called the Examen, a daily examination of the moments for which we are most and least grateful.
Accommodations Update 8-28:
We will now be in South Lodge, which has a spacious ground floor meeting area with a fireplace and expansive windows, piano, twelve bedrooms, a kitchen and an upper floor lounge. Bathrooms are shared. Beds with comfortable mattresses, linens, towels and Wifi are provided. You may walk or drive your car from South Lodge to Madson Lodge where we will eat meals. Read more about the facilities here.
The full schedule and logistics overview (updated!) is linked here.
Updated Registration form linked here.
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Summer Concert Series Recap
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Our summer concert series was a memorable lineup of performances, each offering a unique musical experience. The idea for series was conceived with the goal of getting to know our West Seattle neighbors, building new relationships, and welcoming them for three evenings of music and community.
The series kicked off on the August 6 Seattle City Night Out with a captivating performance by singer-songwriter Asia, who moved us with original songs and the stories that inspired them.
The second concert on August 14 featured the dynamic Eric Likkel jazz trio—with Ben Thomas, and Tim Carey—who performed in our cozy side courtyard, creating an intimate and vibrant atmosphere.
For last week's series finale on August 28 I was honored to perform with tenor Zachary Fitzgerald, a wonderful and accomplished opera singer. The evening was filled with powerful vocals, heartfelt music and poetry about nature.
The series was a success in great part thanks to everyone who organized, promoted, volunteered and attended I am so grateful for all the open hearts here at Alki UCC. — Stephen Anthony Rawson
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Announcing our next worship and Bible Study series, kicking off with worship this Sunday, September 8 and Tuesday noon Zoom Bible Study on September 10:
 Whether you're brand new to the Bible, know the Bible well, or are somewhere in between ... each one of us has more to learn.
Because God is still speaking.
Join in to explore the collection of ancient poetry and songs, history and myths, letters and teachings, laws and prophecies, wisdom sayings and analogies that make up the Bible. We'll talk about what the Bible is, where (and when) it came from, and how to approach it. Engaging with the Bible is a practice of seeking wisdom, and you may just discover at some point along the way that you are on the path of transformation.
Bible 101
Sunday Worship at 10:00 am
beginning September 8
Tuesday Zoom Bible Study
Noon to 1:30 pm beginning September 10
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Ever-present God, we give you thanks.
We give you gratitude for the relationships in our lives and our community of faith.
We pray for all those who grieve.
Comfort their hearts and hold them close.
Prayers of Healing and Condolence for Lisa D-J and family on the recent passing of Lisa's mother, Lynn.
Prayers of Healing and Condolence for the family and friends of Anne Van Dyne.a longtime and cherished member of the Alki UCC community.
We pray for all those who are ill, hurting or have a concern on their hearts.
Sandy J requests prayers for her cousin Barbara who suffered a stroke.
We pray for Dan K facing various health issues, Jim J's 93-year-old Uncle Don, Rev. Joan Carter, Cinda's mother Jackie S, Alki UCC's Peruvian Families Seeking Asylum (especially Kenyi), Julia C's friend Jessie T and family, Amy Y's mother Corlene, Davney and Bob S, Sue's B's friends Mary and Louise, and Nick L.
We pray for our wider world.
We ask for wisdom for decision-makers and strength for justice-seekers. We pray for those lives affected by natural disasters and war. We pray for victims of violence, for refugees and asylum-seekers. We pray for all who are hungry, desperate, and in need of support.
In all of these things, we trust that you are with us. In all of these things, we ask for you to strengthen us. Help us to see you in those around us. Help us to love as you love. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
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6115 SW Hinds
Seattle, WA 98116
206/935-2661;
Church news/calendar updates at alkiucc.org.
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Worship this Sunday,
September 8
at 10:00 am
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"Where did the Bible Come From?"
Rev. Emily
Tanis-Likkel
Scripture:
1 Corinthians 2:1-13
NRSV
Stephen Anthony Rawson
Music Director
Music Highlights
Gather Us In
Marty Haugen
530, God Our Author
and Creator
451 Be Now My Vision
There’s Bread
for the Journey
Jim Strathdee
Chalkboard Image:
Home Studio/Unsplash
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If you've already registered on Zoom, just use your personal link. If not, welcome! You can register here.
When you register, please use your first/last name plus your email.
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Open Community
Choir Call
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This Sunday, Sept 8
After Hospitality Hour
Calling all singers and folks interested in making music
at Alki UCC!
Join in for a group exploration of how we can grow our music program, including the possible incorporation of different worship music genres.
No experience necessary; all ideas welcome.
If you are interested, but not available on the 8th, please reach out and let me know. — Stephen
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Fauntleroy UCC
"2nd Time Sale"
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Saturday, September 14
9140 California Ave SW
9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Sunday, September 15
11"30 am to 3:00 pm
Fellowship Hall
Quality items at bargain prices ... and bake sale!!
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Saturday, September 21
9:00 am to 3:00 pm
Fauntleroy UCC
9140 California SW
In partnership with 1 Green Planet
Be sure that what you’re dropping off is on the official list of what they’re accepting. Check it out here.
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October 4 and 5
"Telling Our Sacred Stories"
Join women of the Pacific Northwest Conference at Pilgrim Firs for a weekend of faith, fellowship and fun! You are invited to set aside intentional time for renewal. Registration here
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Sunday Worship Registration
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If you've already registered on Zoom, just use your personal link. If not, welcome! You can register here.
When you register, please use your first/last name plus your email.
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For secure, online giving through Give Lively, click the button, OR, send your check, made out to "Alki UCC," to: 6115 SW Hinds,
Seattle, WA 98116
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Sunday Worship Videos Posted on YouTube
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Sunday Worship recordings now online! Check out Alki UCC's very own YouTube channel. |
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