Hope to see you at some of these!
Lauren
Every Sunday- 10:30 a.m. Worship- All Welcome!
April 27: two services to choose from
Preaching at Keystone UCC: Rev. Rich Gamble at the usual 10:30 AM time:
Gospel of John 20: 19-31
faith
Reader: Hannah
Usher: John P.
Greeter: we could use a volunteer to step up here - thanks if you are able!
Coffee snacks: Christian & Michelle
PreSchool/Kinder (3-5 year olds) & elementary & junior high have Christian Education today with Anita during sermon time*
Professional Nursery Care (0-2) downstairs, every Sunday 10 AM- 12 PM
Children's activity pages & crayons on the welcome table every week as you come in!
*Children with parent/caregiver are always welcome to move about the sanctuary & welcome area throughout worship, or to classrooms downstairs / upstairs, or enjoy the playground out back!
Additional April 27 worship opportunity: 10 AM
all invited (with Rich's blessing!)
come down the street to sister UCC church: University UCC, to worship with the 84 churches of our Pacific Northwest Conference UCC
Preaching: and keynoter: Rev. Dr. Lillian Daniel
10:00 AM leave extra time for parking if you are driving
worship with UCUCC choir and Annual Meeting choir
theme: creating home
national spotlight on our Young Adult Service Community UCC justice interns- at work to establish a Living Wage in Seattle
|
|
|
This Week:
April 29 Tuesday class
eco-justice, ethics, faith
professor Cynthia Moe-Lobeda will guide us in discussion on her book. After Freddie Helmiere walked us through the prep, Cynthia comes in on the HOPE-filled stories of love in action! Join us for this intimate conversation with local author!
6:30 pm potluck
7pm class |
|
|
Add an extra UCC Worship Service to your Weekend in Seattle!
Could you use an inspiring word? A challenge, a lift, or some reassurance? Add an extra worship service with UCC brethren to your weekend! We have the rare event of three spirited UCC worship services with our sisters and brothers from all over the state-- here at University UCC Friday April 25- Sunday April 27 in the U District!
MUSIC/WORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES THIS WEEKEND:
The Music and Worship Committee of the Annual Meeting planning team of the Pacific Northwest Conference invites you to participate in any or all three Annual Meeting worship services. Worship will take place:
Friday evening April 25 at 7:30-8:30 PM
Rev. Mike Denton preaching
theme: finding home
Saturday morning April 26 at 8:45-9:15 AM devotional led by Spiritual Directors
Sunday morning April 27 10 AM Rev. Dr. Lillian Daniel guest preaching (keynoter for weekend) and anthems presented by our Annual Meeting Choir and University Congregational's Chancel Choir.
theme: creating home
(*Fun trivia note: Lillian is Lauren's mentor from Chicago!*)
All three are at University Congregational UCC
4515 16th Ave. N.E.
Seattle 98105
and will be a celebration and exploration of "Welcome Home" theme of the weekend.
Planners state, "meaningful liturgy, powerful preaching, and lots of wonderful music await you. See you in worship!"
DIRECTIONS: To get to University Congregational UCC, take the NE 50th Street exit from I-5,
head east to 15th Ave NE. Turn right (south) on 15th Ave NE. When you reach NE 45th, the
church will be on your left. The main entrances are near the corner of 16th Ave NE and NE 45th.
Carpooling is strongly encouraged. The best options for parking are on the UW campus in the
North lot (enter off NE 45th at 17th NE) or the Central Parking Garage (enter off 15th NE at NE
41st) It is about a 10 minute walk to the church.
|
|
|
Come to Annual Meeting workshops, keynotes, banquet et more April 25-26 Come enjoy learning and discussion with about 300 other UCC church folk from around the state. Held at University UCC on 45th.
full schedule of workshops, etc at:
http://keystoneseattle.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=e3935842170a515e3887add00&id=ba9a4485cf&e=d2ddf1f19a
go to "resources" and "annual meeting"
Saturday April 26 2:30-4 pm Rich & Lauren host a workshop for other churches to hear about the Justice Leadership Program that Keystone is helping lead, affiliated with the Young Adult Service Communities of the UCC.
Saturday 6:30-8 pm- a banquet featuring the choir of Liberation UCC!
Featured Presenters Friday & Saturday:
Christena Cleveland is a social
psychologist with a hopeful passion for
overcoming cultural divisions in
groups. Drawing from a vast body of
research, she uncovers the underlying
processes that affect relationships within and
between groups and helps leaders
understand how to promote an appreciation
for diversity and build effective collaborations
with diverse groups. She recently completed
her first book Disunity in Christ: Uncovering
the Hidden Forces that Keep Us Apart.
Christena earned a B.A. from Dartmouth
College and a Ph.D. from the University of
California. An award-winning researcher and gifted teacher, she has published
numerous scholarly articles and held academic appointments at the University of
California, Westmont College, St. Catherine University and Bethel Seminary. In addition
to academic experience, Christena brings organizational experience to her efforts to
build unity. She coaches pastors and organizational leaders on multicultural issues and
speaks regularly at organizations, churches, conferences and universities.
In addition to speaking, coaching and writing, she serves on the pastoral preaching
team at her church and is a volunteer Young Life leader in urban Minneapolis. Christena will be giving the keynote (4-5:30 pm) and offering a workshop (2:15 pm) on Friday April 25, plus a workshop with Lillian on Saturday (2:30pm) April 26.
Pastor, writer and teacher, Lillian Daniel
has served as the Senior Minister of the First
Congregational Church of Glen Ellyn Illinois
since 2004. Her book, When Spiritual But Not
Religious Is Not Enough: Seeing God In
Surprising Places, Even the Church is a
provocative case for why religious community
matters. This much talked about book has
been described as biting, hilarious, pitch
perfect, tender and often stunningly beautiful.
She co-authored This Odd and Wondrous
Calling: The Public and Private Lives of Two
Ministers with Martin B. Copenhaver. oteworthy for its humor and honesty, it has been read by clergy and laity alike. And
her first book, Tell It Like It Is: Reclaiming the Practice of Testimony is the story of one
church’s attempt to get people to talk to each other about God.
An editor at large for the Christian Century Magazine, and a contributing editor
at Leadership Journal, her work has also appeared in The Huffington Post, Christianity
Today, Relevant Magazine, Books and Culture, The Journal for Preachers and in the
daily email devotionals available at ucc.org, with over 20,000 subscribers.
She has taught preaching Chicago Theological Seminary, the University of Chicago
Divinity School and at her alma mater, Yale Divinity School, where she received the
2010 distinguished alumni award for “Distinction in Congregational Ministry.”
A frequent speaker around the country, Lillian has preached at the National Cathedral,
Duke Chapel, and the Festival of Homiletics and delivered lectures to clergy at Kings
College, London and Queen’s College, Ontario.
Lillian will be giving the keynote (1:30 pm) and a workshop (2:30 pm) with Christena on Saturday April 26, and meeting with young adults Saturday PM,
as well as preaching on Sunday morning (10 AM) April 27. |
|
|
Save Date: Sunday May 18: Keystone UCC Annual Meeting: at coffee hour- after worship!
Coming up: look ahead to May and June:
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Wednesday eve study classes on Environmental Justice led by Rich Voget and Jim Little
May 7 May 14
May 21
May 28
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Sunday mornings- special workshops for children during Christian Education (in the sermon time of worship service):
May 4 May 11
May 18
Downstairs in PreSchool
with Karin Frank, UCC justice intern @ Keystone
Karin has designed an engaging three part workshop for our children and youth to learn about acting from their faith, for justice with the environment.
The topics are explored each of the three weeks through children's books/a video, and scripture, and interactive conversation to include Faith & Ecosystems, Faith & Society, and Faith & Advocacy.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
in June:
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Spring June contemplative Retreat day, back at the beautiful spot near Bellevue from fall Retreat day.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
June Inquirers class
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
|
|
Inquirer’s Class and Joining Opportunity Consider joining us for an Inquirer’s Class later this spring. The class is for anyone who is interested in learning more about Keystone UCC and our UCC denomination. The classes cover some history of our church and denomination, ways to be active at Keystone, and a chance to learn more about each other and our own backgrounds and paths leading us to Keystone. And there will be an opportunity to scope out more of what it means to become a member of Keystone. We are polling for what dates might work well for folks, likely for mid to late May or June. Chat with Rich or Lauren if you are interested, as we narrow to dates. Snacks and childcare will be part of the mix! rich.gamble@keystoneseattle.orglauren.cannon@keystoneseattle.org
|
|
|
|
|
Marilyn & Gus with the Magnolia Chorale will be performing May 3 and 4:
directed by Dr. Jean Marie Kent
presents
Magnolia Moments
Join us to be inspired by Sure On This Shining Night, Luminous Night of the Soul, Music in the Night, Deep River, Swinging with the Saints, and more
featuring the Roosevelt High School String Quartet
Saturday May 3, 2014 7:30 PM
Sunday May 4, 2014 2:00 PM
Magnolia Lutheran Church
2414-31st Avenue West
Seattle 98199
Tickets available at Leroux Fine Apparel, Magnolia's Bookstore, www.brownpapertickets.com or from Marilyn & Gus.
$10 in advance, $12 at door, children free
25 years serving the Magnolia community
www.magnoliachorale.org |
|
|
Friday Night at the Meaningful Movies
April 25 at 7 pm for Earth Day
“If you want an adventure …what a time to choose to be alive! – Joanna Macy
FILM: “THE WISDOM TO SURVIVE”
(56 min, John Ankele and Anne Macksoud, 2014)
THE WISDOM TO SURVIVE accepts the consensus of scientists that climate change has already arrived, and asks, what is keeping us from action? The film explores how unlimited growth and greed are destroying the life support system of the planet, the social fabric of society, and the lives of billions of people.
Will we have the wisdom to survive? The film features leaders and activists in the realms of science, economics and spirituality discussing how we can evolve and take action in the face of climate disruption. They urge us to open ourselves to the beauty that surrounds us and get to work on ensuring it thrives.
Download the Flyer HERE. Please help us get the word out.
FILM FOLLOWED BY A FACILITATED COMMUNITY DISCUSSION
Light snacks.
(Event is FREE and open to the public ...but Donations are kindly accepted to cover expenses.)
5019 Keystone Place North (Keystone UCC Church)
Seattle, 98103
(0.4 miles west of the I-5 NE 50th St. Exit - Metro Bus Routes 16, 26 & 44
|
|
|
| Happy 11th Anniversary to our "Friday Night at the Meaningful Movies" at Keystone UCC!
Every Friday = a film + discussion with guest speakers + neighbors
7:00 - 9:30 PM
7pm, Battson Hall (downstairs), Keystone UCC
|
|
|
April class in the Justice Leadership Program UCC:
ALL are welcome- bring a friend!
Resisting Structural Evil:
Love as Ecological-Economic Vocation
Interactive discussion of this new book by Cynthia Moe-Lobeda, PhD Christian Ethics, who is Associate Professor, Theology & Religious Studies, and Environmental Studies at Seattle University. Connecting economic equity, earth care, and social values, Moe-Lobeda develops an "earth-honoring, justice-seeking Christian ethical stance." Cornel West says, "This is a grand prophetic book motivated by love and focused on... social justice, ecological justice, and dignity for 'the least of these.' Don't miss it!"
We are so pleased to be joined by this author and friend of JLP for the third class. And to be led in discussion by another colleague Freddie Helmiere, who teaches at Seattle U and U of Washington, and was research associate to Moe-Lobeda on the book for two years (see bio below)!
Tuesday April 8: read the first 1/3 of chapters: led by Freddie. Bring a robust question that emerges from your reading of the text.
No class on the Tuesday of Holy Week
Tuesday April 22: read the 2/3 of chapters: led by Freddie. Bring a question from your engagement with the text.
Tuesday April 29: read the last third of the chapters in book: led by Dr. Cynthia Moe-Lobeda. Bring a question from your reading of the text.
Each Tuesday: Dinner & Study:
6:30 optional potluck;
7:00-8:30 class
Location: Keystone United Church of Christ
5019 Keystone Pl N, Seattle 98103
On bus line, or park on street.
Join us for everything, or drop in when you can!
Helpful to RSVP: lauren.cannon@keystoneseattle.org Frederica (Freddie) Helmiere has taught courses on religion, ecology and social justice at the University of Washington's Program on the Environment, Seattle University and Northwest University. She holds an MAR in Ethics from Yale Divinity and an MESc in Eco-justice and international development from Yale's Forestry School. She and her husband John live in South Seattle and serve with Valley & Mountain Fellowship (UMC)-- a " community movement, rooted in grace, that is focused on developing spiritual maturity, deep community, social justice, and creative expression."
-- Our mid-week classes in the JLP run October to June, each year.
|
|
|
| Upcoming Tuesday evening Classes in the Justice Leadership Program:
May 20--Rev. Mike Denton, PNC-UCC Conference Minister. Living Justice through Church Service
May 27--Sharon D'Amico, Photographer & Global Economic Justice Activist. Art in the Service of Justice
June 3--Rebecca Saldana, Deputy Director of Puget Sound Sage. Living Justice through Community Organizing
June 10--Michael Ramos, Executive Director of the Church Council of Greater Seattle. Sustaining Justice Over the Long Haul
6:30- potlucks
7- 8:30 pm classes
All welcome!
|
|
|
THE SEATTLE LABOR CHORUS SINGS FOR A NEW AUDIENCE!
Catch your political film fix at the Northwest Film Forum’s series, “Red Renewal: Seattle’s Socialist Spring,” and hear the Labor Chorus sing at the series closing on May 1st, International Workers Day. The place will be the Film Forum’s Theater, 1515 12th Avenue on Capitol Hill, Seattle. The time will be 7:00 p.m. Is there a whiff of socialism in the spring air? Is labor going to rise again? Make up your own mind. The film showings began in March,but you can still catch films on April 23 and 30. Then enjoy the Chorus on May Day, along with additional films, discussion of the issues raised by the series, and a celebration. For further information on the series, seehttp:// www.nwfilmforum.org; for information about the chorus, contact Janet Stecher at rebelvoz@aol.com or at (206) 524-7753.
The May Day event also launches Mayworks in Seattle, a month of culture honoring workers.
Seattle Labor Chorus practices at Keystone UCC on Tuesday evenings
PO Box 17961
Seattle WA 98127
|
|
|
Check out Keystone United Church of Christ on Facebook!
|
|
|
