A Mother’s Day Invitation and Upcoming Opportunities to Connect
Dear Church Family,
This Sunday is Mother’s Day, and I want to extend an invitation to worship with us at Federal Way United Methodist Church. Whether you come with gratitude, grief, complexity, or joy—we make space for all of it. We’ll be reflecting on Acts 9:36–43, the story of Tabitha (also known as Dorcas), a woman remembered not for power or position, but for her compassion and acts of service.
As Rachel Held Evans once wrote:
“Mother’s Day is a complicated day. So let’s be a people who celebrate the women who gave us life, who raised us, who mentored us, and who loved us like a mother—and let’s also be a people who grieve with those who mourn, who sit with those who feel alone, and who walk gently with those whose stories are tender.”
We hope worship will be a space of comfort, encouragement, and renewed hope for all.
Additional Opportunities This Week and Beyond:
Celebration of Life for Ramona Fanning
Join us this Saturday at 12:00pm at the church as we honor and celebrate the life of Ramona Fanning, a beloved member of our congregation. All are welcome as we remember her legacy of kindness and service.
Abundant Grace Donation Day
Our next donation day for the Abundant Grace Free Market is after worship on Sunday, May 18 (the third Sunday of the month). Bring gently used clothing, household goods, or nonperishable food items. Your generosity helps us extend grace to our wider community.
Spring Summit at Seattle Pacific Seminary: Faithful Formation
Thursday, May 22, 2025 | 9:00am–3:00pm
Seattle Pacific Seminary invites you to explore “Faithful Formation: Considering Disability and Discipleship.”
Keynote Speaker: Dr. Sarah Jean Barton, Assistant Professor of Occupational Therapy and Theological Ethics at Duke University.
This important gathering centers disabled voices and offers fresh insights for ministry and discipleship.
If you’re interested in attending the Summit or want more details, feel free to reach out—I’d love to help you get connected.
With grace and gratitude,
Pastor DJ