Dear Alki UCC,
I have the joy and privilege of serving as co-chair of the Church Development Committee (CDC) of our Pacific Northwest Conference of the United Church of Christ. The CDC’s primary duties are to consult, assist and provide funding in partnership with those involved in church formation or transformation. Most of our budget for helping churches comes from Strengthen the Church, one of five special mission offerings of the United Church of Christ. Earlier this year, our committee provided seed money for antiracism and community engagement projects at 12 churches.
One of these projects is “The Gathering,” launched on May 2 by The Christian Worship Center in Anchorage with a vibrant youth event of spirit-filled music and dance. This event brought in much interest from the wider community.
Rooted in the United Church of Christ’s motto, “That they may all be one,” The Gathering is dedicated to dismantling systemic barriers by promoting cultural understanding. Through workshops and community forums, it uplifts the histories, traditions, and contributions of marginalized communities. The initiative also provides direct support to those affected by racism through mentorship programs, scholarships for underrepresented youth, mental health counseling and legal assistance.
 At its inaugural event, The Gathering welcomed 350 youth and empowered them to connect with one another through dance, music, and personal testimony.
The experience was nothing short of powerful. It even made the local news!
According to Rev. Fa'atauvaa Alaelua (aka Va'a), lead pastor of Christian Worship Center, “we were inspired by the (BIPOC clergy) retreat at the Franklinton Center at Bricks in North Carolina, a site once marked by oppression and now transformed into a place of empowerment, we are determined to create a program that liberates and uplifts everyone affected by systemic injustice.”
Our offering to Strengthen the Church directly funds projects like “The Gathering.” Half of what churches receive for this special offering stays right here in the Pacific Northwest Conference, and half goes to the national setting to fund a variety of church vitality initiatives.
Please give generously to Strengthen the Church on June 8, Pentecost Sunday!
Peace,
Pastor Emily
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An easy, online way to schedule an appointment with Pastor Emily is linked here.
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Calling All Cooks!
Food/Hosts Needed for WIN Hot Lunch Saturday, June 7
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 Alki UCC is joining forces with Admiral UCC and Westside UU's to provide the Westside Interfaith Network's (WIN) hot lunch on Saturday, June 7.
We need casseroles, salads, roasted vegetables and desserts to feed about 150 people. And for people to help hand out donations and supplies to the guests.
Join us in acts of resilience and justice by making and delivering food and love to our marginalized neighbors! All the more fun by combining efforts with other faith community friends.
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Body of Christ Church
1320 SW 102 St, White Center
Saturday, June 7:
Drop off food by 11:30 am, stay to help out till about 1:00 pm
Short and sweet!
More info: contact Cinda
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Important Stewardship Highlights
Join Us!
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Sunday, June 8
Pentecost and New Members will be celebrated during worship.
After worship, stay for a brief presentation on Alki UCC's proposed 2025-2026 Budget.
It's important to have a quorum for the discussion/vote, so we ask as many of you to be present as possible.
June 22
Stewardship Sunday
A celebration of bringing our pledges for the coming year!
June 29
Congregational Meeting
To be woven into 10:00 am worship, the meeting is highlighted by a vote on the budget and council executive team, and announcement of our new tenant, A Child Becomes.
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Moment of Stewardship
by Faith Formation
May 25, 2025
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Spiritual formation is “is the nurture and deepening of the human response to the grace that is lavished upon [us].”
(Douglas V. Steere, Together in Solitude, p. 4.)
In former days, the Faith Formation Team might have been called the Religious or Christian Education Committee. Whatever the name, the task remains the same: growth in our faith.
Throughout the past year, Faith Formation has been focused on weekly Bible study as a place where we engage each other around scripture as a vehicle of faith formation.
Pastor Emily started a class after worship for children and caregivers called “Godly Play,” to foster faith formation for children and families/caregivers.
Faith Formation has also sponsored/co-sponsored events such as book and video discussions and mini-retreats. Topics for future discussion groups might include racism, the Holocaust, Israel and Palestine, Trans Rights, Spirituality and Technology and The Changing Role of the Church in Our Society, to name a few. If you are interested in any of these topics, especially if you would like to take the lead on a particular topic, please talk to Rev. Penny or Pastor Emily.
We are all involved in the work of faith formation. Attending worship or participating in your own spiritual practice is an act of faith formation. Serving on the Social Justice/Community Outreach, Caring Community, Worship and Music Teams, as well as one of the standing committees or church council is part of the work of faith formation.
Participating in Alki UCC's Stewardship program strengthens our community and supports faith formation as individuals and as a community. An important part of our ministry is reaching out to the wider community and embodying an example of living faith.
— Rev. Penny Matthews
leader for Faith Formation Team
Questions: stewardship@alkiucc.org
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Thanks to all who use our narthex Sustainable Cubbies
Sustainable Stewards Cubbie Corner (SSCC)
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Please drop off your wiped down clean, crumb free,
totally dry items in the Cubbies
at the northwest corner of the Narthex.
The following categories are accepted in the cubbies weekly:
Batteries, household size batteries • Bread Tags • Contact lens packaging • Electronic cords, chargers, adapters • Laptops • Light bulbs, household socket bulbs • Loose plastic caps (the small caps on soups, milk, beverages) • Metal Bottle Caps • Multi Layer Plastic Film • Plastic Film • Portable devices, cell phones, tablets • Prescription Pill Bottles and caps • Reusable egg cartons-dozen eggs only, plastic or cardboard • Rubber Bands • Twist Ties • Wine corks
Questions? Find a Sustainable Steward: Aly H, Ann P, Cinda S, Joe A, Julia C, Lisa G, Nancy H, Marilynn M,
Thank you for being a sustainable steward,
— Outreach/Social Justice team
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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 the hearts of all who grieve and hold them close. We pray for Julie and Bryson who mourn the death of their spouse and dad, Rich.
We pray for all those who are ill, hurting or have a concern on their hearts.
We pray for Vicky S' friend Sue; Julia C's cousin Scott M, facing a critical health challenge; our Peruvian immigrant friends and for all who seek peace and safety in our country; for Sandy J's cousin Barbara; Dan K facing various health issues; Rev. Joan C; Cinda's mother Jackie S; Julia C's friend Jessie T and family, Amy Y's mother Corlene; Sue's B's friends Mary and Louise; and Nick L.
We pray for our wider world.
We pray for all the people and places in our world affected by war. We ask for wisdom for decision-makers and strength for justice-seekers. 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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Sunday Worship Livestream
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The Sunday worship Livestream video appears at 10:00 am every week at the top of the page. Sunday Worship recordings
are accessed at the same link.
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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,
June 1
at 10:00 am
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Pride Sunday
with
Communion
Rev. Emily
Tanis-Likkel
Scripture
John 17:20-26
Let’s All Be One!
Moment of Stewardship
Caring Community
and Fellowship
Daniel Self
Music Director
Music Highlights
Welcome to This House
David Cowen
Draw the Circle Wide
Mark Miller
#177, God of Change
and Glory
We Are Setting the Rainbow Table
Amanda Udis-Kessler
Somewhere Over
the Rainbow
Harold Arlen
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Sunday Worship Livestreamed on YouTube
The Sunday worship Live Stream video appears at 10:00 am every week at the top of the page.
Please "subscribe" to the Alki UCC channel
in order to participate
in the live chat.
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Godly Play this Sunday after Worship
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Have you longed for a spiritual practice to meet the needs of your progressive family?
Come and experience Godly Play at Alki United Church of Christ!
The Godly Play® method is a curriculum of spiritual practice exploring the mystery of God’s presence in our lives. Godly Play practice teaches us to listen for God and to make authentic and creative responses to God’s call in our lives. It is based on the knowledge that children are already spiritual beings. In Godly Play, all are invited to wonder.
Godly Play at Alki UCC is for kids ages 3-12 and their caregivers. Children and adults explore spirituality alongside one another in our circle.
This Sunday's session is from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm in Room 22 (Religious Education room on the office level). This week's story is "Holy Baptism"
Godly Play is a creative, imaginative approach to Christian formation and spiritual guidance.
Godly Play values process, openness, discovery, community and relationships.
For more information, please contact Pastor Emily.
I wonder what part you will like best . . . ?
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Alki UCC Photo Directory Listings
Available for Review this Sunday
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If you’re at 10:00 am worship this Sunday, please take a minute to stop by the “triangle table” in the Narthex to review your current listing in Alki UCC’s Member/Friends Photo Directory.
Write your edits directly on the sample directories or initial your entry to signify that it’s fine as is.
The deadline to edit your listing is Monday, June 16. Contact the church office with questions or if you want to change/add your photo.
Thank you!
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Alki Community Choir Open Rehearsals
Sundays:11:30 am
to 1:00 pm
Music Director Daniel Self invites you to share in the joy of music-making!
No previous music or singing experience required. All are welcome, no matter where you are on your musical journey.
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Alki UCC Zoom Bible Study Sunday Evening and Tuesday Noon
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Alki UCC offers two sessions of weekly Zoom Bible study; register for one or both and come when you can!
Tuesdays
Noon to 1:30 pm
co-led by Pastor Emily
and Rev. Penny
Register here for Tuesday series.
Sundays
5:00 to 6:00 pmled by Rev. Penny Register here for Sunday series. All are welcome, newcomers especially! Weekly attendance is not required; come to one or more sessions on either day, depending on what works for you. Please note that each series has a dedicated one-time Zoom registration link. Toe-dipping welcome; personal sharing is invited and respected; questions are encouraged. We are all seekers!
Questions? Contact Pastor Emily
or Rev. Penny.
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