Featured Bothell UMC Events

Understanding Dementia in Aging with Sam McTavish
Oct
20

Understanding Dementia in Aging with Sam McTavish

Join us in the Lounge on Sunday, October 20 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM and learn from Sam McTavish, a Positive Approach to Care Certified Independent Trainer and Consultant.

Many people know or know someone who is affected by dementia. This workshop helps us understand and recognize the differences in normal and not normal aging. We will develop better observational skills to recognize and intervene effectively when behavioral challenges occur. We will also develop new skills related to approach, cueing, and the ability to connect with people affected by dementia. The workshop will also address typical changes that happen in the early, middle, and late stages of the condition. 

Workshop Objectives:

  • Compare and contrast normal aging versus not normal aging related to various cognitive functions.

  • Describe the five sensory input and processing systems, highlighting the dominant role of vision, and the major differences between protective and discriminating sensation in each.

  • Discuss the impact of changing sensory awareness and processing as dementia progresses.

Please register here so we can know how much snacks to provide and if childcare is needed.

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May
5

Pastries with the Pastors

Join us for an opportunity to connect with one another and to learn more about Bothell UMC’s story and how God is leading us to live into our purpose of Becoming Christ in the Community. Come share in some pastries and connect with Pastor Joe and Pastor Kristin!

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Easter 2024
Mar
31

Easter 2024

Join us as we celebrate together in community Christ’s Resurrection!

For our Sunrise Service, we will gather at 6:30AM at Bothell Landing for a time of devotion and sharing as we await the break of dawn.

For the Traditional Service, we will gather at 8:45AM in the Sanctuary for a joyous time of worship that will end with the singing of the Hallelujah Chorus.

During the In-Between Time (9:50-10:30), we will host a Fair and Toy Animal Pet Show in our Narthex. Come for Photo booths, Magic with David Hirata, songs, Easter baskets, bubbles, chalk drawing, sensory room and more!

For the Contemporary Service, we will gather at 10:45AM in the Sanctuary to praise and worship the One who overcame death.

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Holy Week
Mar
24
to Mar 30

Holy Week

Join us as we journey from Jerusalem to the cross, starting on Palm Sunday and ending on Good Friday.

Palm Sunday (3/24) - We will celebrate Christ’s triumphant entry into Jerusalem at both of our services at 8:45AM (Traditional) and 10:45AM (Contemporary).

Maundy Thursday (3/28) - We will gather at 7PM for an interactive gathering to remember Christ’s new commandment to love one another. We will take time to wash each other’s hands and share in communion together, including the baking of bread!

Good Friday (3/29) -

Starting at 9AM, the church will be open for a self-guided sensory experience to the cross.

Led by our Chancel Choir, we will come together at 7PM to embark on a journey to the cross.

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Pastries with the Pastors
Feb
4

Pastries with the Pastors

Join Pastor Joe and Pastor Kristin in the Lounge between services to hear about their stories and to learn more about Bothell UMC and the exciting things happening in the life of our church!

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Anti-Ableism Book Study
Jan
10
to Feb 1

Anti-Ableism Book Study

In our commitment to becoming more anti-ableist, join us as we share in conversation around the book My Body is Not a Prayer Request by Dr. Amy Kenny. We will meet for four weeks on Wednesdays at 7PM on Zoom starting January 10 and on Thursdays at 1030AM on-site. Reach out to Pastoral Intern Angela Molloy with any questions, if you need help getting an accessible copy of the book, or if you have other access needs that we can assist with to help you participate.

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