Dear Alki UCC,
I LOVE Pentecost! 50 days after Easter, we gather to tell the story of the Holy Spirit swooping into the gathered assembly as a rushing wind, descending on each one as tongues of fire.
We wear red and wave streamers in the air. We hear the ancient words of Scripture, imagining the bewilderment and amazement of those hearing the good news of God’s love in their own languages. The Spirit that day was absolutely inclusive and accessible. The Spirit always is.
This Pentecost Sunday we welcome new members of our church. Those who have said “yes” to this community of faith. When we say that “yes,” we affirm our baptism, the marking with water to make visible the grace that is invisible. We all will have an opportunity to remember our baptism this Sunday as the whole congregation will be sprinkled with water as a reminder of the covenant of God’s grace.
This is not the sacrament of baptism, but a ritual for being renewed as we remember or consider the waters of baptism. However, if any would like to be baptized, please let me know that you desire the sacrament, the water will be ready! Just as those gathered so long ago heard about God’s deeds of power in their own languages, exactly as they needed to hear, receive the water according to your need. Be amazed by the inclusion and accessibility. The welcome. This is the Spirit for all.
In hope,
Pastor Emily
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An easy, online way to schedule an appointment with Pastor Emily is linked here.
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UCC "Strengthen the Church"
Special Offering this Sunday
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Reminder: this week we receive the Strengthen the Church offering, one of five annual special mission offerings of the UCC.
These funds support church transformation and vitality initiatives. Half of what churches receive stays right here in the Pacific Northwest Conference, and half goes to the national setting.
Please give generously on Pentecost Sunday to support our wider church! More information and online donation opportunity here.
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Calling All Archivist Wannabes!!!
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The fascinating and precious Alki UCC archives currently stored on the third floor need to be sorted, organized and moved SOON. No experience is needed. Just a desire to protect Alki UCC's storied past.
We need to form a team soon and start work by the end of June.
Please contact Julia P to join in this fun work or if you have questions.
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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 Caring Community/Fellowship
June 1, 2025
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Members: Sue B, Julia C, Lisa D, E,ily H, Sandy J, Dan K,
Patty M, Penny M, Kristin M, Leslie M, Ann P, Vicky S
The Caring Community/Fellowship team has created many ways to make connections and build relationships with our members, friends of the church and the community. Sending cards, emails and making calls is our way of saying: "I see you!"
We are intentional about caring for others through simple acts of kindness, shared celebrations and offering help during difficult times. We offer rides to appointments, provide meals, shop for anything that is needed or stop by for a visit and check-in.
We are happy to provide flowers for the altar thanks to Patty M and Judy M and sometimes flowers from Ned C's garden. Coffee Hour gives all of us an opportunity to share our stories and get to know one another better. Thank you to all who have signed up to serve coffee, tea and wonderful treats. Another thank you to those who have volunteered to be Liturgists and read the scripture texts during Sunday worship.
Members of our team have participated in and help host Fellowship events such as the Progressive Dinner, Tuesday Night Out with the church/neighborhood to enjoy good food and listen to Asia singing, the Church Retreat at Pilgrim Firs, the Pride celebration on Alki Beach and many other events that bring us together ... sometimes to raise funds for the church and always to be part of the church together.
Participating in Alki UCC's Stewardship program strengthens our Caring Community so that we can support those in need and expand our Fellowship activities.
— Sandy J
Team Leader, Caring Community/Fellowship
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The downtown Seattle No Kings march is set for Saturday, June 14 (info at end of article).
to show your spirit at one or more of the three
NO KINGS promotion rallies at the major West Seattle junctions:
Saturday, June 7
11:00 am to 1:00 pm
From the WSI website:
WSI once again takes to the streets! This Saturday we will be at the Admiral, Alaska and Morgan Junctions to get the word out about the NO KINGS rally and March on June 14.
Bring noise makers and any sign that focuses on the June 14th NO KINGS Rally and March. We need two Corner Captains at each locale along with at least 20 fellow enthusiasts at each of the three corners.
Sign up here!
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NO KINGS DAY OF DEFIANCE RALLY
• Saturday, June 14
• Noon to 3:00 pm
• Cal Anderson Park
1635 11th Ave
In America, we don’t do kings.
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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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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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Worship this Sunday,
June 8
at 10:00 am
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Pentecost
Sunday
Rev. Emily
Tanis-Likkel
Wear RED
to Worship!!
Liturgist:
Shelby M
Scripture
Acts 2:1-21
Let’s Be Amazed!
Moment of Stewardship
Alki UCC Treasurer
Daniel Self
Music Director
Music Highlights
Veni Sancte Spiritus
Taize
#292, Breathe on Me, Breath of God
#267, Come, O Spirit Dwell Among Us
Let it Shine
Barbara Hamm
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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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“Karaoke for the Spirit: Songs that Feed Our Souls”
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This Sunday, June 8
7:00 pm
Admiral Pub
2306 California SW
The queer-affirming churches of West Seattle invite you to join the fun for a night of uplifting music. Your only goal is to choose a song that gets the whole bar singing together in one voice of love!
See the WS Blog's write-up here.
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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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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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