Magnolia UCC

Circle of Care
2026-09-30 17:30 - 19:00 (America/Vancouver)
Our next Circle of Care Gathering will be held in the Parlor at MUCC.
This will be pizza party – (optional) you may bring salads, appetizers, or desserts. Feel free to invite others who may be interested in this most special gathering of sharing and healing….looking forward to seeing you all!

Special Worship Experience - Blessing of the Animals
2026-10-04 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Pastor Marci will be blessing our special animal companions for all the gifts they offer to our lives and our hearts. If you would like to have your special animal receive a blessing you can bring your animal loved one on a leash or in a carrier to church for the morning’s service. Pictures of beloved current and past animal companions welcome as well! We will also taking collections for animal food for the Ballard Food Bank.

Learning Forum: The Squatters Dilemma - Global Housing Lessons for Local Housing Problems
2026-10-05 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Vancouver)
From tent clusters in parks, to RVs along roadsides, to boarded-up but lived-in houses, squatting, in its various forms, has become more visible in recent years. These living arrangements often spark fears about public health and safety, which in turn have led to new laws that ban camping in public spaces.
In this talk, explore how communities around the world have confronted squatting — sometimes successfully, sometimes not. What lessons can we bring home to Washington? And how might we use them to build stronger communities while respecting others’ experiences?
Joseph Lenti is a professor of history at Eastern Washington University. The author of two books and numerous articles, his research has grappled with subjects including labor unions in Mexico, land conservation expropriation in Costa Rica, and trends of dispossession and squatting in Latin America, past and present.
Preregister using this link.

Sacred Silence
2026-10-07 11:00, 2026-10-28 11:00, 2026-11-04 11:00, 2026-11-11 11:00, 2026-11-18 11:00, 2026-11-25 11:00, 2026-12-02 11:00 (America/Vancouver)
Each week we gather in the Parlor at 11:00am on Wednesday for a time of sacred silence, time to still our minds and join together in creating sacred space in silence. Join us for this powerful time of community and prayerful being.

Book Group
2026-10-12 18:30 - 20:30 UTC
This month, the book group gathers in the Parlor to discuss The Correspondent, Virginia Evans
Questions: Contact Marilee Gibbs at marileegibbs@comcast.net
Upcoming books
November: The North Woods, Mason Daniel
December: Wild Dark Shore, Charlotte McConaghy
January: Buckeye: A Novel, Patrick Ryan
February: We Solve Murders, Richard Osman
**All the books chosen for Book Group are available through the Seattle Public Library

Chair Yoga
2026-10-14 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-10-21 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-10-28 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-11-04 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-11-11 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-11-18 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-11-25 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-12-02 10:00 - 11:00 UTC
Interested in maintaining or even regaining strength, flexibility, balance, good posture, inner awareness, and a relaxed body & mind? PHEW…! That’s sure a lot! Well, you can! Just join us each Wednesday a.m. in Pilgrim Hall at 10:00 am for chair yoga. No experience is necessary. Just wear loose clothing and your first lesson is Free. Then a one-time $15 fee is requested to help pay for the great videos on the big screen. Hope to see you soon!

MUCC Church Grounds Work Party
2026-10-17 09:30 - 11:30 (America/Vancouver)
Plan to attend this Saturday morning work party to help keep our grounds looking so amazing! Starting at 9:30 am, we’ll meet outside the church and be assigned garden maintenance projects. If we run out of garden projects, we may also be doing some facility projects. Plan to work outside so wear weather appropriate clothes, gardening gloves, and bring your garden tools!

Zoom Pub Theology
2026-10-27 19:00 - 20:00 UTC
Grab a drink and join in the conversation! Join on Zoom. (Meeting ID: 886 8245 6539, Passcode: [REDACTED]
This month’s question is:
What is it that prevents people from living to their full potential?

Reclaiming the Cross from the Flag: Confronting Christian Nationalism
2026-11-01 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-11-02 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-11-09 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Vancouver)
In-Person Sunday, November 1st & 8th after Worship, Bell Tower Room
& Repeating at 7:00 pm Mondays, November 2nd and 9th via Zoom
How do we follow a Jesus who loved without borders in an era of deepening political division? Join us for a vital, two-week adult education series exploring the ideology of Christian nationalism. Together, we will unpack what this political movement is, look at why it contradicts the Gospel of Jesus, and equip ourselves with practical tools to offer a prophetic counter-narrative of radical inclusion. This class will be offered both in-person and via zoom so that all have the chance to learn about this critical topic.

Salmon Dinner Fundraiser
2026-11-07 17:30 - 20:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Magnolia UCC
Our annual Salmon Dinner returns directing ALL net proceeds to charities, each championed by a member of our Congregation. The charities we are supporting will be announced soon. Last year’s beneficiaries were:

Lambert House empowering lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning youth through the development of leadership, social, and life skills.
Divine Alternative for Dads Service helping keep families together by creating healthier fathers and families by stopping the cycle of family violence.
Doney Coe Pet Clinic taking care of pets of those who are homeless.
Duwamish River Cleanup Coalition providing resources, knowledge, and action to build more just environmental futures while working to clean up the Duwamish River.
Sacred Streets tending to our neighbors who are relegated to living on the edges of society with spiritual care, grief support and an ecosystem of hospitality.
Interbay Village providing safe temporary dorm beds, tiny cabins, meals and food services, homeless outreach services, and referral to service providers.

Registration link to be provided soon. You can also contact Cheryl at the office contact@magnoliaucc.org / 206-283-1788 to register and make payment arrangements.
Dinner is $30 per person and you can choose from salmon, chicken or vegan.

Bring cash for the beverage bar (wine, beer, and soft drinks, $5, $5 and $2 respectively)!
Bring your check or cash or credit card for the dessert dash—the main fundraiser event!

Can’t attend? Consider making a donation to go towards MUCC’s beneficiaries by check or link to giving page to be provided soon.

Reclaiming the Cross from the Flag: Confronting Christian Nationalism
2026-11-08 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Vancouver) | Magnolia UCC

Book Group
2026-11-09 18:30 - 20:30 UTC
This month, the book group gathers in the Parlor to discuss The North Woods, Mason Daniel.
Upcoming books:
December: Wild Dark Shore, Charlotte McConaghy
January: Buckeye: A Novel, Patrick Ryan
February: We Solve Murders, Richard Osman
Questions: Contact Marilee Gibbs at marileegibbs@comcast.net
**All the books chosen for Book Group are available through the Seattle Public Library

Games Gathering
2026-11-13 16:00 - 18:00 (America/Vancouver)
Join us for a gathering of board games in Pilgrim Hall.
Yahtzee, Parcheesi, Scrabble, and rummikub are just a sampling of what we will have available for everyone. Please feel free to bring additional games you enjoy.
Snacks will be provided and you are welcome to bring your beverage of choice.
Hope to see you there!

Zoom Pub Theology
2026-11-17 19:00 - 20:00 UTC
Grab a drink and join in the conversation! Join on Zoom. (Meeting ID: 886 8245 6539, Passcode: [REDACTED]
This month’s question is:

How can we eliminate xenophobia to improve global cooperation?

Fall Spiritual Retreat: To Flourish
2026-11-21 09:00 - 14:00 (America/Vancouver)
Pastor Marci will lead a Spiritual Retreat this Fall so mark your calendars and check back for more information and registration link.
Plan to attend and join us in the Parlor!
