Dear Alki UCC,
Last Sunday we embarked on a journey of getting to know the Bible. We posed the question: Where did the Bible come from? You can listen to the sermon (linked here).
The Bible was written by humans from a very long time ago, and across an immense expanse of time, who were seeking wisdom. Wisdom about God, about humanity, about themselves and their place in the world.
The Bible is a whole library of books that were told over the fire and at bedsides and in gathered sacred community and then written and rewritten over the course of 13 hundred years from people who sought wisdom.
 The Bible is inspired by God, which literally means God-breathed. When we read and explore the Scripture, we can trust our innate spirituality, and that God is breathing among us and within us, inspiring our seeking of wisdom.
Let us join ancient letter writers and Gospel preachers, parable spinners and singer-songwriters. Let us be wisdom seekers.
The Bible is dynamic. We keep reimagining it and reinterpreting it. The Bible comes from all of us.
In hope,
Pastor Emily
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A quick and easy way to schedule time with Pastor Emily
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Alki UCC Donations Drive this Sunday
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Food/Men's Work Clothing/Outdoor Gear Donations Drive
Sunday, September 15
11:00 am to 3:00 pm
Remember: You can bring your donations
to the church at any time!
This month's priority: FOOD FOOD FOOD!
Local food banks are facing a 40% increase in demand and only 1%  more from their main suppliers. The demand for basics is high: tortillas, rice, beans, cereal, bread, canned meats/tuna, peanut butter, fruit, etc.
Fresh produce is even more important: if your garden is overflowing we will take your bounty! Nothing goes to waste!
Also needed: men's work clothing, LOTS OF new SOCKS, hygiene items and outdoor gear: tents, tarps, blankets, etc.
The Westside Interfaith Network (WIN), our donations drive partner, distributes your contributions through WIN's "The Welcome Table," a weekly Saturday meal for low income and unsheltered folks hosted in White Center.
This distribution serves as a stop-gap for many people relying on weekly visits to the food bank. Thank you for your generosity!
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Let's Organize ... Let's Mobilize!
Join the Alki UCC Get Out the Vote Team
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Your Outreach/Social Justice team is meeting on Tuesday, September 17 (time/place TBD) to discuss the impending November election and GOTV (get out the vote).
We're getting together to turn out the vote in our church and throughout the wider community. Is everyone registered to vote? How do we ensure that we are a 100% Voting Faith Community? How do we support each other in voting? Do you know about the four state propositions on the ballot? How do we best educate ourselves about them?
These are the questions we will explore as a group to help lead the congregation in anticipation of this critical election. Most importantly, we'll take action by sending letters to disengaged registered voters in critical swing states.
Please join us on Tuesday, September 17. Let Cinda know your late afternoon/evening availability so we can clarify the meeting time. Hope to see you there! — Cinda
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Bible 101 and Bible Study 101
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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.
Bible 101
Sunday Worship at 10:00 am
Bible Study 101
Tuesday Zoom Bible Study
Noon to 1:30 pm
If you have previously registered, just use your same dedicated Zoom link. If you haven't yet registered, welcome!
Bible Study New Registration Here.
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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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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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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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"How do we read the Bible?"
Rev. Emily
Tanis-Likkel
Scripture:
Hebrews 4:12-14
Stephen Anthony Rawson
Music Director
Music Highlights
286, Spirit, Spirit of Gentleness
Gather Us In
Marty Haugen
319, Sing Them Over Again to Me
327, Jesus Love Me
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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Newsletter Deadline Reminder
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We want to
hear from you!
If you have an item, article or photo for The Messenger, please send in your submission by TUESDAY afternoon.
If your article won't be done until Wednesday, please give a heads-up so space can be budgeted. Thanks so much!
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White Center Food Bank
Open House
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Tomorrow!
Friday, September 13
5:00 to 8:00 pm
Take a tour of our new home, built with your support!
Learn about our programs to keep the community fed, while enjoying light appetizers and drinks.
This is an invitation only event so please RSVP!
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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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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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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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