A letter to the UCC Family of Faith:
We can’t let evil prevail
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October 29, 2018
The news over the past weeks has revealed an undercurrent of hate within our culture and our country. Between the assumption that immigrants walking nearly 2,000 miles seeking asylum are seen as a threat to our security; the pipe bombs mailed to those who oppose our current political administration; the massacre of 11 Jewish citizens during services at Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh; and the shooting of an African American man and woman in a grocery store after a failed attempt to enter a church of Black worshipers, it is hard to find cause for hope in our nation.
The rhetoric of hate and divisiveness calls for a response from the faith community ... we must advocate for justice, humanitarian treatment of our neighbors, and for safety in our places of worship..
... Read the entire letter here.
The Rev. Bonnie Bates
Conference Minister
Penn. Northeast Conference United Church of Christ
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This Sunday, November 4 at 10:00 am
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 Want a story about commitment? Want a story about hope? Look no further than the book of Ruth.
Ruth and Naomi and Orpah found themselves in a time when women had no value to society unless they were married. Naomi, Ruth and Orpah's husbands had died, and it appeared that there was no hope unless they split up and went their separate ways.
The only exception...Naomi. Although she faced a fate that was full of despair, she encouraged her daughters-in-law to leave her. Orpah followed her mother-in-law's directions; but Naomi and Ruth stayed together and came up with a plan to carry on.
Come this Sunday to find out more.
— The Rev. Bruce A Wilson Jr.
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Pastor Bruce's sermon is “Where you go I will go” Our scripture is
Ruth 1: 1-18 Julia Peeler is teaching Sunday School, and childcare for infants and toddlers is in the Nursery.
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Sing your way to the Ho-li-day!
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If you would like to be part of the choir for Alki UCC's big community Christmas concert next month, join us in the Sanctuary after worship THIS Sunday from 11:20 am to 1:00 pm.
Rehearsals are Tuesdays at 7:00 pm and Sundays (9:00 & 11:20 am) until the December 16 program. All voices are welcome.
Whether or not you want to be part of the show, DO mark your calendar:
The Gift:
A Musical Christmas from Alki UCC
Sunday, December 16 at 6:00 pm
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UCC PNC Immigrant Welcoming
Congregations Gathering
Sunday, November 11 at 2:00 pm
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Normandy Park UCC, 19247 1st Ave S
 Join with other UCC congregations committed to becoming Immigrant and Refugee Welcoming. What are the next steps?
We know we must continue to deepen our relationships with one another as we are called to respond to the forces of injustice. This gathering is for all who are interested in forming those relationships as we share resources related to immigrant and refugee accompaniment.
RSVP using this form
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Attention Immigrant Advocates
Call for Urgent Action
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YOUR voice is urgently needed on the Trump administration's  proposed change to the federal rule on Public Charge, a policy that will harshly impact millions of immigrant families.
The proposed rule change has been posted to the Federal Register and is now open for public comment.
 As part of the Protecting Immigrant Families coalition in WA, we have a unique faith community portal to use. There, you can add your voice to the thousands of advocates across America who have already said NO to this cruel and unnecessary proposal.
Please write a comment today at: http://bit.ly/FANopposesPublicChargeRule.
A suggested message is below, but in order to be counted it is important to add a line or two from your unique perspective, a story, why you care about this issue.
As a person of faith I am deeply concerned about the impact of the proposed administrative rule change on our immigrant community members and their families. Our immigrant community plays a very important role in supporting the vitality of our local, state, and nation’s economy.
[ADD PERSONAL EXAMPLES HERE]
This rule change will impact the ability of our neighbors to access basic services like food, housing, and health care. My faith tradition’s values speak of welcome to the stranger, unity of the family, and care for the well-being of all who reside in our state and nation. For these reasons, the Department should immediately withdraw its current proposal and dedicate its efforts to advancing policies that strengthen, rather than undermine, the ability of immigrants to support themselves and their families in the future.
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"Speaking of Dying"
Film Screening and Discussion
Saturday, November 3 at 9:30 am
St. John the Baptist Episcopal Church
3050 California Ave SW
Speaking of Dying: A Short Film Dedicated to the Idea That We Can All Have a Better Death www.speaking of dying.com
Philosophy Club
Pastor Andrew from Admiral Church is starting a monthly "Philosophy Club" on Wednesday, November 7 at 6:30 pm.
Soprano's Antico Neapolitana Pizza
2348 California Ave SW
"Harvest of Empire" Film Screening
Sunday, November 18 at 5:00 pm/Admiral Church
At a time of heated and divisive debate over immigration, Harvest of Empire is an acclaimed feature-length documentary that reveals the direct connection between the long history of U.S. intervention in Latin America and the immigration crisis we face today.
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Prayers
Prayers for the victims and all those affected by the horrific massacre during services at the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh.
We stand in solidarity with our partner synagogue, Kol HaNeshamah, as we work together to protect the welcoming spirit of our congregations while fostering a safe space for all who worship, learn and create community in the building we share.
Prayers for Kathy Herigstad's father, who fell and fractured his ankle; and for Kathy as she cares for her father, who is recovering at home.
The Family of Nancy Ross Packard invites the Alki UCC community to a celebration of her life on Sunday, November 4, from 1-4 pm, at the Lodge at Camp Long, 5200 - 35th SW, Seattle. Nancy passed in September. Come share your memories and reminisce with family and friends. Food will be provided.
Celebration of Life for John Polansky
Saturday, November 17 at 11:00 am
Welcome Table Christian Church, 1322 S Bayview St, Seattle
For those grieving the recent death of a loved one:
Sue Backs, Lesa Henry, Jeff Jolly & family, Charley Rosenberry
Recent hospitalization, illness and other concerns:
Dayle Banks, 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 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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Camp Second Chance
Tiny House Build
Saturday at 9:00 am
Choir Rehearsal
Sunday at 9 & 11:20 am
Sunday Worship
and Church School
Sunday at 10:00 am
Choir Rehearsal
Tuesday at 7:00 pm
Reinhardt Circle
Thursday at 12:30 pm
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Don't forget to set your clock BACK one hour Saturday night.
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Alki UCC's Facebook Page
Check it out!
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Have you missed Alki UCC's Facebook posts? Or have you never even been to Facebook to see them? Well, now's your chance.
Our Facebook page is up and active. Read it, enjoy it and share it with your Facebook family and friends. Keep your eyes AND ears open . . . there's so much going on we want to share it with EVERYONE!
If there's something that you feel should be on FB let me know. FYI, I do take articles and info from The Messenger every Friday so be assured those will be included.
In case you don't have it, here's the direct link to Alki UCC's Facebook page for you to bookmark.
— Davney Stahley
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Tomorrow!
Tiny House Build
at Camp Second Chance
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Camp Second Chance
9701 Myers Way S
Parking lot is in the front; carpooling encouraged
Greeting friends, last week we had a very productive build event with the Home Depot team and our individual volunteers. Thank you to all for the amazing energy.
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The weather this weekend will only allow us to accommodate a smaller, individual crew. We welcome you to help finish the five homes as they near completion. Please RSVP below.
We are looking for a volunteer to provide lunch. Please coordinate with:
Tomasz Biernacki
tomasz@pechara.com
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Sock Donations Drive with KHN
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As the weather begins to cool, clean, dry socks are the items most sought-after items by our homeless neighbors.
Your donations go to WIN, the Westside Interfaith Network, for distribution at the Welcome Table, weekly White Center lunch and through holiday gift bags for the homeless community.
Please bring in your sock
donations early and often!
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Pastor Susan's cell is (206) 349-7285. Texts are preferred for prompt attention if possible, and please identify yourself. Next best is email: susan.fairo@gmail.com, then phone calls at (206) 349-7285.
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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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Click on the big, blue donate button at alkiucc.org to make your secure online donation.
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