Dear Alki UCC,
“If you look for the helpers, you’ll know that there’s hope.”
When Fred Rogers was a little boy, and he was overwhelmed by the news of a tragedy, his mother reminded him to look for the helpers.
Listen to him talk about it here.
In our penultimate worship service in our This Neighborhood series, we look for the helpers. In particular, we’ll hear from our church custodian Kim Chilcott, who co-founded the Seattle branch of the nonprofit Not One More in 2014.
Not One More is a network of grassroots non-profit chapters to raise community awareness, provide education and offer compassionate support to families and individuals affected by substance use disorder and addiction.
 Kim lost her son Thaddeus when he was 22 years old to an accidental heroin overdose. She is dedicated to bringing education and awareness to the drug addiction epidemic.
Come and hear her share about what she has learned from her own journey of grief and her passion for Not One More.
In hope,
Pastor Emily
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TODAY, AUGUST 20 AT NOON!
Free Summertime Courtyard Concert
Jon Butler & Friends
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A standout Seattle favorite, bassist/pianist Jon Butler is a dynamic
 performer whose music blends jazz, rock and contemporary influences into an engaging and unforgettable live experience.
A familiar force in Seattle's vibrant music scene, Jon collaborates with a wide range of artists and brings exceptional musicianship, creativity and energy to every performance.
Bring a friend(s), pack a lunch, and enjoy an eclectic blend of great live music. Free-will (pay what you like) donations support Alki UCC’s Arts & Alki Concert Series, a year-round program dedicated to bringing affordable, accessible and inspiring live music to our neighbors in and around the Alki Beach community. We look forward to seeing you there!
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Another Vibrant and Successful
Alki Beach Pride
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Thank you to our all of our booth hosts and
our set-up/load-out volunteers
last Saturday
at Alki Beach Pride!
It was a wonderful day filled with precious conversation, bubbling creativity,
and loving our neighbors OUT LOUD!
Pastor Emily with Pastor Jermell of Admiral UCC
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Alki UCC Fall Retreat
Willing Hands and Open Hearts
Weaving Our Stories Together
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Friday, September 25 - Sunday, September 27
Pilgrim Firs Camp & Retreat Center
What if learning to weave became a way of listening to your own life? .
That is what this year's retreat is all about … slowing down, creating with our hands and discovering the many ways God is weaving us into one another's lives.
Led by Kaila Russell, this year's retreat invites all to explore their personal stories through the art of basket weaving. No worries, no prior experience required.
The $225 cost is includes lodging, meals and all supplies. See Pastor Emily about available partial scholarships.
OR, fill out a print form at Sunday worship
and leave in the collection plate.
Registration/Payment Deadline: Sunday, September 6
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Merciful God, we give you thanks.
We give you gratitude for the beauty of this life, for our relationships and our community of faith.
We pray for all those who grieve. May they find strength and peace.
We pray for all who seek comfort, guidance or healing.
We lift them up to your loving care.
We pray for our wider world.
We pray for the earth, your good creation entrusted to our care. We pray for those affected by violence, war, and disaster. We pray for leaders to act with integrity and be held accountable for their actions.
In prayer, O God, you hear us and know us. In prayer, we are unburdened and restored. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
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Please contact the church office to add or remove a prayer request.
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6115 SW Hinds
Seattle, WA 98116
206/935-2661
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Worship
this Sunday,
August 23
at 10:00 am
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This Neighborhood:
"Look for the Helpers"
Rev. Emily
Tanis-Likkel
John C
Liturgist
Scripture
Psalm 46:1-3
Daniel Self
Music Director
Music Highlights
It’s a Beautiful Day
in This Neighborhood
Fred Rogers
Jesus, Teach Us to be Neighbors
David Gambrell
and Will Smith
How Can I Keep From Singing, NCH 476
I'm Taking Care of You
Fred Rogers
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Sunday Worship Livestreamed on YouTube
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in order to participate
in the live chat.
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Next Westside Interfaith Network WIN Community Meeting
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Wednesday
August 26
7:00 pm
with lots of treats!
Breath of Life
Seventh-day Adventist Church
9807 26th Ave SW
Seattle 98106
Parking on site
Our special guest, Janet Lenart, President of the League of Women Voters of Seattle King County, will share what the League is doing to empower voters and protect democracy right here, right now.
Come for a very informative and action- based discussion that calls on all of us to protect our democracy.
Check out the most recent issue of the WIN newsletter here.
Link to subscribe here ... Sign up to receive every issue!
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Alki UCC
Autumn Festival
& Art Market
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Saturday, October 10
10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Alki UCC's second Autumn Festival & Art Market promises to be a day full of creativity, fellowship and delight.
Featuring work by talented local artists, the market will be complemented by arts activities, making this a family-friendly event where everyone can take part.
Tasty treats and baked goods are offered throughout the day, as well as lunch and a 6:00 pm dinner.
We need volunteers! Contact Vicky if you can help.
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Tuesday Zoom Bible Study on Summer Hiatus
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We reconvene on Tuesday,
September 8.
Join us!
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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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