In the next few weeks, you will see the Stewardship Team take a more visible role in worship and through our communication channels. The fiscal year for the church runs July 1 – June 30 and the team has been investing their time and energy into what it means to embrace the Annual Stewardship Drive during these times.
 The Christian Church is no stranger to stepping up with imagination and resources when a new season of life presents itself. The Way of Jesus is an unwavering commitment to the human family and this allegiance takes place in times of both feast and famine. Acts 2 (which we will read in worship on May 31) paints the exciting picture of a unified, spirited humanity — the same vision that the church holds out for our own times.
Please, soulfully consider how you might respond to the Stewardship Team and be a robust financial contributor in the ’20-’21 year.
“The church had peace and was being built up…”
Acts 9:31
Ever onward,
Pastor Kelly
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"Weekly Seeds" Community Bible Study
Continues Every Tuesday Through June 16
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It's Tuesdays at Two! Join Pastor Kelly to explore "Weekly Seeds" a free, email summary of UCC's popular resource for lectionary-based Bible study. Weekly Seeds teachings spotlight a Sunday Bible reading, brief meditation and reflections from ancient or contemporary sources.
Here are your weekly reading assignments
Tuesday at Two sessions run through June 16. Sign up today to receive a weekly teaching right in your inbox.
Zoom login here:
Meeting ID: 863 4583 8616
Password: 301975
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Sunday Zoom Services Posted on YouTube
Here's the link to our official page: Alki UCC - Alki United Church of Christ. Or just do a search for "Alki UCC' on the YouTube site.
We had some tech issues last Sunday and may not be able to post video from the May 10 service, but the recovery was spectacular! Kudos to Shannon, our fearless Tech Deacon, and to all who didn't skip a beat and logged back on so quickly after the brief blip.
 While you're in Social Media mode, visit the Alki UCC FaceBook page Shannon Peterson has been busy keeping it updated and refreshed to show the vibrancy of our community.
Thanks to all the fine folks working on our social media presence.
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Important Opportunity to Advocate for Native American Emergency Healthcare
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Native Americans, who were promised health care in exchange for  ceding title to their territories, are in dire need of Covid-19 testing and health services. They are at extreme high risk during this worldwide pandemic and are not getting the funding and care they are due.
Please take five minutes to reach out to your Senators and Congressional Representatives. Just follow the contact links and copy/paste the messages below into your emails. And, please use the email links and sample message to contact the Seattle City Council and urge them to support the Chief Seattle Health Club, a vital resource for food, medical support and housing support for Seattle-area Native Americans.
Below is a sample message to send to:
Sen. Maria Cantwell
Sen. Patty Murray
Representative Pramila Jayapal
As a citizen of Washington State, I urge you to advocate now for tribal communities to receive adequate public health resources during this covid-19 epidemic. The Seattle Indian Health Board is a critical community health center and is in serious need of testing supplies and additional health care services.
As you know, one of the treaty promises in exchange for ceding title to their territories was health care for their people. These treaty promises must be honored. As government representatives, please join us on this call for advocacy
Here’s a sample message to send to the Seattle City Council: Alex Pedersen, Debora Juarez, Kshama Sawant, Andrew Lewis, M. Lorena González, Lisa Herbold, Dan Strauss, Teresa Mosqueda, and Tammy Morales. Email contact info here.
As a constituent of your district, I am writing to urge you to advocate for additional health and financial resources needed by the Chief Seattle Club as a result of the covid-19 pandemic. The Chief Seattle Club provides food, medical support and housing support for Native Americans who live in the Seattle area.
Native people are 10 times more likely to experience homelessness in King County and are highly vulnerable to covid-19. As you know, one of the treaty responses in exchange for ceding title to their territories was health care for their people. These treaty promises must be honored. As city leaders, please join us on this call for advocacy.
— Cinda Stenger and the Outreach/Social Justice Team
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 Our national office invites you to "Be the Church" as we pray for resolution to the pandemic and the safety of loved ones and those on the front lines.
UCC Peace and Love Masks are constructed of lightweight polyester with a pocket for filters. Proceeds from sales support the mission of the United Church of Christ and fund the National Setting’s ability to continue to respond to the ongoing needs of the church in these times of pandemic. $7.99 each; 5 for $29.99. Order here.
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Special prayers for all those on the front lines of working to protect us, keep us healthy, sane, grounded, informed, fed and comfortable during the current COVID 19 outbreak: our faith leaders, front-line health care workers, EMTs, police, firefighters, educators, farmers, therapists, social workers, shelter operators, engineers, grocery/drug store personnel, caregivers, childcare specialists, pharmacists, custodians, organizations caring for the most vulnerable, sanitation workers, dispatchers and others keeping our supply chains operational, truth-telling journalists and all the many public servants who are so vital to our community.
For those grieving the recent death of a loved one:
Patty Magnuson, family and friends of Bob Jackson, family and friends of Jim Connor, family and friends of Barbara T. Shadel Madden Andersen, Kirstin Duckett and family, the family of Nancy Van Wyk, Julia Peeler's sister; Larry Gill; the family and friends of Ruth Okada; family and friends of Shelley Webster; Amy Young and family
Recent hospitalization, illness and other concerns:
Jane Gunwaldsen, new moms Gina Erickson and Ashleigh Johnson, Imy Peterson, Sandy Johnson, Dayle Banks, Kirstin Duckett's father, Don Peterson, Jeff Jolly, Bev Connor, John Kinsman, Jan Cochran
For homebound members/friends of Alki UCC: Doris Colbert
Wider World: Prayers for all those affected by the corona virus outbreak; all those suffering from PTSD in the military and around the world; for all those affected by the increasingly cruel and inhumane US immigration policies imposed by the current administration; prayers for fewer guns, for all victims and those affected by 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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Online Worship
This Sunday,
May 17
at 10:00 am
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Through May 31 (Pentecost), Alki UCC is wading into the wild and unpredictable world of the Early Church and following its endeavors with the help of contemporary music and modern song.
Each week features a different theme with tunes both familiar and new. Come join us. All ages welcome.
Liturgists:
Charlie Hinckley
and Bonita Corliss
Tech Deacon:
Bob Conder
Accompanist:
Betsy Stelzer
Guest Musician:
Dave Dolengewic
Click here for the Order of Worship, including Sunday's scripture reading.
Please read Acts 10 for this Sunday.
May is
Stewardship Month!
Each week we will hear from the Stewardship Team reflect on ways to financially support Alki UCC as she moves into the year ahead with energy and vision.
Stewardship 2020:
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Zoom Info for Online Sunday Worship
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Zoom for all!
Did you know that you don't need to have a computer to join us for online Sunday worship? Many folks are calling in on their landlines (long distance rates may apply).
If you have a computer, laptop, smartphone or tablet, but are still Zoom-dubious ... contact the church office. We're happy to arrange for a phone tutorial or a practice meeting with one of our tech deacons.. Leap on in!
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The following login info is the same for this Sunday and every online Sunday worship until further notice.
If you're joining us via your smartphone, please download the Zoom.US app before joining the meeting.
Meeting ID: 536 604 506 #
From your smartphone, tablet or Computer use this link: https://zoom.us/j/536604506.
To List on your mobile, click this link: +16699009128,,8806331101# US
To manually Dial in from a land line, dial +1 (301) 715 8592 followed by 536 604 506# when prompted.
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Pastoral Care Available via Zoom
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If you would like to speak with Pastor Kelly via Zoom.us, contact her to set up a time at pastorkelly@alkiucc.org.
If you're new to the technology, and would like a general overview, please contact the church office.
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Staying Conncted Gatting Involved
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Following is a rundown of team needs and church initiatives that could benefit from your spirit, energy, ideas and expertise.
Worship & Music
Ministry Team
Meeting this Sunday at 11:00 am
We brainstorm possibilities for our new online format. Meetings every other Sunday. Contact Joe Mitter.
Call for Tech Deacons and Liturgists
Both roles are integral to worship!
Big thanks to Bob Conder for joining the Tech Team and continued kudos to Shannon Peterson for her leadership in this brave new online world.
Zoom is a user-friendly platform to manage worship and meetings, and we need more people to help keep our online events running smoothly.
Contact the church office with questions or to sign up as a Tech Deacon or Liturgist.
The Daily Message is a timely word of reflection or encouragement during these times. Share a thought or poem that expresses how you have made it though tough experiences ... or a random thought or insight for that matter.. Contact church office.
Photo Friday
Our Friday Daily Message will spotlight YOUR pictures. Send an old favorite or a snapshot of your life in these extraordinary times to the church office. Print copies welcome to be scanned and returned.
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Click on the big blue donate button to learn how to donate by check or a secure online credit card donation.
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