Saltwater UU Church Newsletter February 24, 2023

We offer worship in two ways: in-person multi-platform service held in our sanctuary and online in our Church Zoom Room at 10:30 am. Doors and Zoom open at 10:15. To join the Church Zoom Room go to: saltwaterchurch.org/calendar/zoom-room/. You can find more information about how to connect through zoom towards the end of our Saltwater Church Newsletter. Our newsletter also provides ways to connect and live our values through in-person programming and via our Church Zoom Room.

Worship

Theme for February: The Path of Love

Throughout the month of February we are exploring the theme of love. In our mission statement, we declare, “At Saltwater Church We Practice Love.” In the streets, we are known as the love people in the yellow shirts. And in the new proposed Article II, love is at the center of our values. What do we mean by love?  Why is it central to Unitarian Universalism? Throughout the month of February we will be exploring different dimensions of love. Join us as we learn together.

Services

Live multi-platform worship in the sanctuary and online through zoom!

February 26: “Love at the Center,” Rev. Kristen Kuriga

Notable & Upcoming Events

To view our complete calendar of events, click here.
If you wish to schedule an event, click here to fill out a request form.

Spring Leadership Convening
Saturday March 11, 10:00am – 12:00pm
Multi-Platform: Sanctuary & Church Zoom Room

At the Fall Leadership Convening we created three task forces to focus on welcoming visitors, social activities, and volunteer recruitment. We are re-convening to find out what the teams have been up to and what support they may need. Then we will turn our attention to Rev. Kristen’s Sabbatical to talk about what we as a congregation can do to support that. This will be a great opportunity to find out what is happening at church and how you can be involved. In person church is back and we have been busy! Join us! Childcare will be provided.

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Sound Alliance Assembly
Sunday March 12, 2:00pm – 3:30pm
In Person : MLK Labour Temple

Sound Alliance Assembly–Save the Date–March 12! Sound Alliance, of which Saltwater is an active member, will host an Action Assembly on March 12, 2 to 3:30 PM, at the MLK Labour Temple, 5030 1st Ave South, in Seattle. Topic of concern is the King County Mental Health Levy (April 25 Special Election). Please come, find out what it is all about, and learn how you can help. Questions? Contact Diane Dobrowolski, Lucia Faithful, or Debra Valpey.

SAVE THE DATE

RISE & Thrive – Saltwater UU Church 2023-24 Pledge Drive
March 26 through April 16

Join our community in celebrating how we RISE & Thrive now and into the future.
There will be lots of special events for all ages. We will have a kick off Sunday service, community mural project, collage making, a special easter egg hunt, a sing along lots of food, and more.

Speakers will share how we rise and thrive by practicing love, fostering connections, nurture spiritual growth, and acting for justice. We will have special music and rousing sermons from Rev. Kristen. All around, an exciting four weeks of gathering, joy, celebration, and fun! ***image credit: Miriam Woito

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Saltwater’s 2023 Seabeck Church Retreat
April 28 through April 30

Loving Creation” is the theme of this year’s church retreat. Join us at Seabeck Conference Center, Friday April 28 through April 30, for a weekend of fun and building connections. Don’t miss our state poet laureate, Reina Priest, a Lummi poet inspired by nature, who will present our Saturday morning workshop.

Located at the Seabeck Conference Center, map available at:  https://www.seabeck.org. Relax with us near the water, enjoy morning walks to breakfast, and join us as we create together. Be sure to click here for our official flyer and watch our newsletter for additional information.

Current In-person Activity COVID-19 Guidelines

On January 25, 2023, the Saltwater Church Board met and voted to revise the Covid Safety Guidelines. As we continue to balance community care and the desire to connect in person, the Board has made the below changes:

– People of all ages can meet indoors. Masking is required for Sunday morning worship and congregational business meetings to care for the most vulnerable members of our community. We recommend wearing a high-quality mask such as an N95 or KN95.

– For all church programs other than worship and business meetings, masking is recommended but optional. Eating and drinking is ok. Please respect the choice of those who continue to wear a mask.

You can read and download the full revised guidelines here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1WfKbwr8DkcbZvMATcGRpBl4xRCDlu4vv/view?usp=sharing

Please see our website at https://saltwaterchurch.org/calendar/covid19-info/ for the most up to date information. We continue to review current guidelines for King County and the state of Washington to ensure we adhere to their standards.

From Our Leadership

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Rev. Kristen’s Sabbatical

When Rev. Kristen came to be our minister, her contract included taking a sabbatical after 5 years. It’s one of the standard benefits for ministers, and there’s a good reason for this. For five years, we’ve had the opportunity to be nourished — with insight, meditation, and community. But as the leader of worship, coordinator of multi-platform technology and writer of the sermons, Rev. Kristen is drawing from the well. And in a time of cultural and global turmoil; her guidance throughout each week helps us remain true to our values.

So how do we care for Rev. Kristen, who cares for us? We planned for a sabbatical. The word “sabbatical” is related to “sabbath”. A sabbatical is a bunch of Sabbaths, linked together. This is Rev. Kristen’s opportunity for nourishment, so her well is filled and she can continue to draw from it. This is not burn-out; it is, in fact, the opposite of it. Rather than pushing someone to compassion fatigue, this is a healthier way to care for the people we care about. Rev. Kristen will be on sabbatical from July 1, 2023, through November 20, 2023.

We’ve got this. Every year we saved, so we have a fund for a temporary replacement in her absence. We are pulling together a team to identify who will cover the critical work in Rev. Kristen’s absence. We’ll keep you informed each step of the way, and we look forward to your participation too– as together, we give Rev. Kristen the Sabbath experience that she has given us.
-Saltwater Church Board

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General Assembly Delegate Applications Due April 1, 2023

There will be some momentous items on the business agenda for the annual General Assembly of the Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA), including a vote on the proposed changes to Article II and the election of the next UUA President. While anybody can attend GA (including the business meetings), only the certified delegates of member congregations can vote or speak at the business meetings. The event is June 21 – 25, and the business meetings will be conducted virtually so travel is not necessary; in addition, this year there is a registration option for business-only virtual attendance that is by suggested donation only, so certified delegates do not need to pay to attend.

If you are interested in being a certified delegate, please submit an application by April 1, 2023 using this form (https://saltwaterchurch.org/about-us/our-governance/gadelegate-application/). To find the form online, from our home page click on the drop-down for “Members”, and click on the online application on the list. The Board hopes to choose a slate of delegates who represent the diverse viewpoints of the members of Saltwater Church. Preference will be given to those who have attended, or commit to attending, at least one of the planned Article II listening sessions to be scheduled in early 2023, so that they can vote according to their understanding of the preferences of the congregation.

Message from our Treasurer

With tax season quickly approaching, many are collecting documents to prepare for filing. If you would like a statement of your donations for calendar year 2022 for tax purposes email or call our treasurer, Gaye Greeves at gnatfw@aol.com or (253) 508-3961.  Gaye will either email you an attachment or send a printed copy via the US Postal Service. ***image credit: mia r

Growth & Learning

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Wrestling with the Truth of Colonization : A community organizing program brought to you by Sound Alliance
Tuesday, March 7 5:30-6:00pm PST or
Thursday, March 9 2:00-2:30pm PST

Registration required to gain access to this Zoom event

Beginning in March, we are offering eight training sessions designed for non-Indigenous labor, community, and faith organizations that are a part of Sound Alliance. (All sessions are on Zoom.) You along with others from your organization are invited to join in reflection and learning around the truth of colonization and its ongoing impact in the region where we live. The goal is to take the learning and reflection from these sessions and turn them into long-term community organizing efforts towards upholding native sovereignty and real solidarity between Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities. For additional information contact Diane Dobrowolski at ddobrowolski@earthlink.net. Please register here.

Ways To Live Our Values

Share the Plate for February
United Indians of All Tribes Foundation

Half of all undesignated donations received in the month of February will be shared with United Indians of All Tribes Foundation. https://unitedindians.org/

Founded in 1970, United Indians of All Tribes Foundation provides an extensive array of culturally responsive services and programming to Seattle and King County’s urban Native community. Providing cultural connection, school readiness, economic self-sufficiency, housing stability, and health and well-being are just some of the services provided. Their headquarters, the Daybreak Star Indian Cultural Center, was completed in 1977, and has become a hub of activity for Native peoples and their supporters locally, nationally, and internationally. 

SUUC’s members participating in the Wrestling with the Truth of Colonization Program have endorsed United Indians of All Tribes Foundation.

You can make a donation to share the plate through the donate button on our website
 https://saltwaterchurch.org/stewardship/donate/  or mail a check to the church office with “basket” in the memo line: Saltwater UU Church, 25701 14 Pl S., Des Moines, WA 98198.

Engage In Racial Justice

Learning Opportunities with other UU congregations

First Unitarian Portland invites Saltwater Church to join their Racial Justice Learning Circles starting in March. For full descriptions, schedules & to register go to:  LEARNING CIRCLE REGISTRATION

University Unitarian Church invites us to participate in April events with social justice educator Chris Crass. For more information go to Gathering for Collective Liberation and Anti-Racism with Chris Crass.

Saltwater Climate Action Now! (SCAN!)
Monthly on the 1st Sunday, 12:00pm – 1:.0pm
Church Zoom Room

Please join us on Sunday, March 5  to see how you can help make an impact on our current climate crisis. Contact Sheri Jacobson at sheridjacobson@yahoo.com for additional information. It’s never too late to Act for Climate Justice.  *** image credit: Margo Rolf

next alliance meeting

Sound Alliance
Monthly on the 3rd Saturday, 10:00am – 11:30am 
Church Zoom Room

The Sound Alliance team works on multiple issues in alignment with our commitment to Social Justice. Our next meeting will be on Saturday March 18 The issues we focus on change from year to year, depending upon the concerns voiced by members of the congregation. All members and friends of Saltwater UU Church and Bet Chaverim are most welcome to join us in our conversations and Act for Social Justice.

Stance for Racial Justice
2nd & 4th Sundays, 2:00pm – 3:00pm
In Person – Des Moines & Puyallup

Rain or shine, we stand for racial justice every other Sunday.  Join us as we stand together in solidarity with our signs for justice. Please wear a mask and practice social distancing. Our next gathering will be on February 26 in Puyallup from 2pm until 3pm at the intersection of 136th and S. Meridian (near post office and Sonic restaurant). We will meet again on March 12 in Des Moines at the intersection of 272nd St. and Pacific Hwy S (near Jack in the Box and Arco gas). Contact Colette DeMonte at colette.demonte@gmail.com for more information.

Racial Justice Organizing Team (RJOT)
3rd Wednesdays, 7:00pm – 8:30pm
Church Zoom Room

The next meeting will be on Wednesday March 15Our Racial Justice Organizing Team meets monthly to discuss more ways to support our community in our anti-racism efforts. We share ideas, provide support, learn about additional opportunities, plan events for our members, and work together to advance our commitment to Act for Racial Justice.

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Climate Message of the Week

For some UUs, living sustainably is an everyday way of life that they learned from earlier generations.

One way UU minister Susan Goldberg takes climate action is to avoid excess consumption by getting the most use out of what she has, just like her mother and grandmother did. Susan is passing her own knowledge of simple living to her children and grandchildren. She also connects online with others to find ways to be part of the climate solution. To read more about Susan’s story, go to “Nineteenth-century wisdom helps a grandmother find hope” at https://tinyurl.com/ycynzd45.

Did earlier generations in your family live in ways that you could adapt as climate actions?

Are there topics or questions you’d like to see covered in future Climate Messages? Email suggestions to Sheri Jacobson at sheridjacobson@yahoo.com.

Ways to Volunteer

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Join Our Retreat Planning & Organizing Team

We have a team leader in JESSICA ALEXANDER, but she cannot do this alone!  Saphronia will handle the housing and financial side of organizing. We need a team to contribute to our programming. All of your creative skills and abilities could be put to really good use by offering a small workshop at the retreat this year.

Why should you volunteer to help Jessica?  Because we all need this retreat!  This helps us deepen our connections, and we like each other, and we love to create together!  Also, you would get to work with the amazing Jessica Alexander!  BONUS! Email jazz.itup@live.com for additional information.

Growing Sunday Morning Worship

On Sundays, we continue to grow our multi-platform service skills. We’ve had (40-60) people, average, in the sanctuary, and another (20-30) on Zoom. We’re preparing to hire a part-time AV person so we have the resources and skills to support our services. We hope this will also free up volunteers to help in other essential areas, including welcoming visitors.

We invite you to take part in creating the kind of community that you want to be part of! Consider this list of roles, and please get in touch with Leanne LaFramboise, our volunteer coordinator, at anna57.5@gmail.com if one of these roles calls to you.

If you attend church on Zoom, you can be a “Digital Usher” once/month
Digital Usher: virtual support for multiplatform worship services, which includes being part of tech rehearsals on Sunday morning for sound check, admitting people, posting lyrics and links in the chat box, and opening break out rooms after service. Comfort with zoom is important.
Time commitment: 9:30 am-12 pm, once per month, from home

If you attend church in person, there are several roles including:
Greeter & Usher: work together as a team to open up the space, set up sign in tables, welcome people, talk with visitors, make people aware of COVID-19 protocols, count offering, and close up the space.
Time commitment: 9:45 am-12 pm, once a month, or sign up for Sundays that work for your schedule

Coffee Hour: In the coming months, we hope to restart coffee hour. There is a group of leaders working on this as a follow-up from the leadership convening in late October. Please let us know if you would like to be part of the team! Time commitment to be determined by organizing team.

Worship Associate: Help co-create worship on Sunday mornings, including leading chalice lighting, welcome, announcements, reading, and chalice extinguishing. Also assists with rituals like Joys and Sorrows, sets up the chalice table, and puts away the chalice table. Worship associate training provided.
Time commitment: 9:30 am-11:45 am, in-person ***image credit: Bubba

next facilities meeting

Facilities Team
Monthly on the 1st Thursdays, 7:00pm – 8:30pm
Church Zoom Room

Our Facilities Team helps organize the maintenance of our buildings and the upkeep of our grounds. We are looking for volunteers to help contact contractors, manage coordinating repairs, and assist with volunteer events. Our meetings are monthly and your time commitment is quite flexible. Discover how you can help support our community by attending our next meeting on Thursday March 2. ***Image credit:  Karolina Grabowska 

next safety meeting

Saltwater Church Safety Taskforce
Monthly on the 2nd Thursday, 7:00pm – 8:30pm
Church Zoom Room

Our Safety Taskforce encourages members of our community to join in discussions about our facilities and community. Common topics include building safety, necessary upgrades to our facilities, and emergency planning. We are beginning multiple new projects and welcome your knowledge and skills. Join our monthly meeting to learn how you can lend a hand. Our next meeting is Thursday March 9.

Ways to Connect

If you are planning to host an event in the Church Zoom Room please contact our Office Administrator (administrator@saltwaterchurch.org) the day before your scheduled event. They will need to verify your device has been registered to use the Church Zoom Room.

Online Interactions

Saltwater Church Private Listservs
For those who prefer to use email, we have 2 Listservs available. SUUC-Community is a group for connecting with each other, asking for or offering care, announcing upcoming events and activities. The other listserv is SUUC-World. That is for conversations and engagement in discussions. If you would like to be added to either of our listservs, please email administrator@saltwaterchurch.org. Include what email you would like to use for your interactions with the group and the name of the group, or groups, you wish to join.
Saltwater Church Private Facebook Group
For those who use Facebook (Meta), Saltwater Church has a public page that only receives posts from our staff, specifically about upcoming events, last minute weather cancellations, and our newsletter. We also have a private group that you can join to interact with our community. It is a private group to help maintain a safe space for our participants. If you wish to join the group is: https://www.facebook.com/groups/168911169811664 and you can click the “Join” group button.
Saltwater Church Private Facebook Parents Group
Connect with other Saltwater Church families with children and youth for support through the Parents Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/SUUCFamilyMatters/

Weekly Meetings

Al-Anon Support Group
Private zoom, contact saphroniayoung2016@gmail.com for link
Mondays, 6:30pm – 7:30pm
Meditation Group 
Church Zoom Room
Tuesdays, 7:00pm – 8:15pm
Our meditation group is currently available via Zoom only. We follow a UU modified Zen practice that includes lighting a candle, chiming a singing bowl, sitting & walking in silence, listening to words of wisdom, sharing tea and conversation. Would you like to join our group? Contact Jean Spohn jeanspohn@centurylink.net or (206) 200-7524.
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Writers Group 
Church Zoom Room
Wednesdays, 9:30am – 12:00pm
Do you like to write? Would you like to share and receive feedback on your writing? We welcome all writers at all levels! For more information, contact Janeane Weprin 630-824-8343 or jghonore@yahoo.com.

Twice a Month Meetings

Game Night Sponsored by Saltwater UU Social Club (SUUSC)
In Person – Welcome Room
1st and 3rd Saturdays, 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Join our Saltwater community for an evening of fun. Friends and visitors are welcome. We play all types of board games (ranging from lighter games like Clue to more complex games like Pandemic.) Our group also plays thematic games, card games, and party & social games. Almost anything is possible, bring your favorite game and let us know about it. This event will follow our current COVID-19 Guidelines. Our next meet up will be on March 4.
Weekend Writers Group
Church Zoom Room
Alternating Sundays, 6:00pm – 8:00pm
There’s no time like the present to start writing that novel you have been dreaming about for years!  Or maybe it’s time to share the poetry you have stashed away in your file drawer or to start immortalizing by writing down those unique memories that have been your precious life!  And it’s a lot more fun if you have an audience of other writers to share them with. We welcome new members, WE WELCOME YOU! Any questions?  Please phone me at 206-898-5452 or email me at mona_lee@centurylink.net.

Monthly Meetings

Support Circle
Church Zoom Room : https://saltwaterchurch.org/calendar/zoom-room/
3rd Thursdays, 12:30-1:30 pm, led by Rev. Kristen 
Support circle is open to all members and friends and is a space for deep check-in and reflection on a question related to our monthly theme. In support circle we come to be nourished by authentic relationship, to mutually support one another through the joys and sorrows of our lives, and to create space for spiritual insight. Our next meeting will be February 16. All are welcome.
Creative Hands
In Person : Welcome Room
3rd Tuesday, 12:30pm – 2:30pm
Join us for an afternoon of visiting and working on our creative projects. Bring your knitting, crocheting, hand sewing, jewelry making, or whatever with you. We gather monthly to foster connection through sharing our creative processes. We also support the Saltwater community with small craft projects throughout the year. Our next meeting will be March 21. If you would like to join us or have any questions, please contact Joanne Loeliger (206) 870-1939.
Paint n’ Sip
In Person – Welcome Room
4th Mondays, 6:00pm – 9:00pm
All ages welcome! Bring any size canvas. No experience required. All paints and supplies provided. Childcare is being provided. RSVP to Jessica Alexander at jazz.itup@live.com. Our next evening of artistic expression will be February 27.
Saltwater Genealogy Club
Church Zoom Room
2nd Wednesday, 7:00pm – 8:30pm
Do you love to talk about your family history and research? Saltwater Church has a Genealogy Club! We are not experts; we just share stories and research ideas. Our next meeting will be March 8. If you would like to join us or have any questions, please contact susanaigner@comcast.net.
Pair Sharing by Zoom
Janeane’s Zoom Room https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82327295157?pwd=c3Q5QXdUekR6YXBCWmg4N21WYWs1dz09
One Sunday a month, 1:00pm – 2:15pm
Discover the healing power in telling truth and bearing witness. Pair Sharing is the spiritual practice of deep sharing and listening. Our next meeting will be Sunday March 12. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Janeane Weprin at jghonore@yahoo.com.

Support Is Available

Do you need support? Please let us know, we want to help. Are you feeling lonely or isolated? We can connect you with a lay minister or another member of the congregation. If you have been affected by the pandemic financially, the Minister’s Discretionary Fund is available for one-time emergency support for members and friends of the church. Contact Rev. Kristen: minister@saltwaterchurch.org

If you are in need of emotional or spiritual support, you can reach out directly to a Lay Minister:
Debra Valpey: debravalpey@gmail.com
Toska Rodriguez: toska_r@hotmail.com

Multigenerational Faith Formation

Multigenerational Faith Formation’s Zoom Room 
https://zoom.us/j/2349227683?pwd=aG4yL3RRb240UjJyWUR1Y2p2V0lQUT09

Join us in welcoming our new Director of Multigenerational Faith Formation

We are excited to announce that we have a new member of our staff, Stefanie Kelly. Stefanie will be serving half-time as our Director of Multigenerational Faith Formation starting February 2. Join us this Sunday, February 5 to meet and welcome Stefanie to the Saltwater Community. You can also welcome her by sending an email to faithformation@saltwaterchurch.org. See a brief bio below:

Stefanie is thrilled to join the team at Saltwater Church and looks forward to getting to know our members, friends, and families. A parent of two boys ages 10 and 15, she has a diverse background including work in churches, business, and music. Her first work experience with UU was as a research assistant at Meadville Lombard Theological School, and she later served as Director of Religious Exploration and Office Manager of a UU congregation in Florida. Over the years, she also worked as Music Director of several progressive Protestant churches and as a professional singer and conductor.

Children and Youth Registration for our Multigenerational Faith Formation Program

Families are encouraged to fill out a registration form for any children and youth participating in classes and activities at Saltwater Church.  This helps our staff and volunteers with planning programs, and helps us know your family better.  Register online at:  https://forms.gle/nNG2M6Pth3AZMgH16

Middle and High School Youth Group (grades 6-12)

Youth will meet for social events several times a month. The Youth Group works with adult advisors to plan programs which include personal sharing, discussion of religious and ethical issues, guest speakers from other religions and from the community, service projects, participation in district youth conferences, and worship. This year youth will explore the monthly church-wide themes. Contact Amanda Radak or see the church newsletter for more information.

Tabletop Family Game Night!
Saturday March 4, 6:00pm – 9:00pm
In Person – Saltwater Welcome Room

Members and friends of all ages will attend the churchwide Game Night sponsored by SUUSC. Participants will play old classics or introduce new board or card games to the community.

Register for Camp Blue Boat
July 16 through July 21
Lazy F Camp & Retreat Center, Ellensburg, WA

It’s time to register for this year’s Camp Blue Boat. This is a Unitarian Universalist summer camp immersion experience for youth from rising 6th-grade to 12th-grade graduates, with age-specific housing and programming. Campers, counselors and staff will spend time exploring being in relationship with one’s self, others, and the wider world. At camp, youth learn about community, spirituality, justice, equality, and also have a ton of fun! Early Registration Discounts are available until March 1. For additional information and the link to register go to: https://www.uua.org/pacific-western/youth-ministries/events/pnwd-camp

Our Whole Lives (OWL) 

Comprehensive sexuality education classes will be held jointly with Westside UU Church for youth in grades 7-9. The class schedule will be available soon. Contact Steve Radak for more information.

Support for Children, Youth, & Families

Family Support Circles

First & Third Mondays, 7:30pm – 8:30pm
Multigenerational Faith Formation Zoom Room

Are you are looking for like-minded parents to support you through the challenges of family life? Look no further than the Parent Support Group! Join us 1st and 3rd Mondays at 7:30pm in the Multigenerational Faith Formation Zoom Room. For questions, contact Jessica Alexander at jazz.itup@live.com

Parents Facebook Group 

Connect with other Saltwater Church families with children and youth for support through the Parents Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/SUUCFamilyMatters/

Childcare for Church Events & Services 

Childcare is available upon request for any church activity if requested at least one week in advance. To request childcare, contact Jessica Alexander via email at faithformation@saltwaterchurch.org. Childcare is currently being offered for the paint group 4th Mondays from 6-9 p.m. (This event is also open to youth participants.)

General Information

How to Access the Church Zoom Room 

To access Zoom, go to saltwaterchurch.org/calendar/zoom-room/and click on “To join a meeting-click here.” Or from the main church webpage, select Zoom Room from the drop down menu under “news and events” on the top menu bar. If this is your first time using Zoom, follow the prompts to download the application to your computer.

If you would prefer to join by phone, dial 1-669-900-6833 and enter Meeting ID: 736 142 4210 when prompted. You may need a password. If you do not have the password, please contact Bubba:  administrator@saltwaterchurch.org

If you have a smartphone, you can download the Zoom app and join with Meeting ID: 736 142 4210 for video and audio connection. You will need a password. If you do not have the password, please contact our Office Administrator: administrator@saltwaterchurch.org

A quick guide for our Zoom room can be found here. Feel free to download the file to keep a copy readily available at your fingertips.

Saltwater Church Building

The church building has opened for in person gatherings. If you wish to plan an event please use our online request form: https://saltwaterchurch.org/calendar/calendar-request/.  All gatherings are asked to follow the current COVID-19 guidelines. If you have questions about the guidelines or need assistance our Office Assistant is on-site Tuesdays and Fridays, 9am to 1pm. If you need on-site assistance outside of their regularly scheduled hours, email administrator@saltwaterchurch.org to schedule an appointment.

Planting Flowers has resumed providing essential childcare support to families. Haitian Christians has resumed in-person gatherings with a limited capacity on Sunday evenings. Bet Chaverim has resumed events in the Welcome Room & Sanctuary while also continuing to have virtual options. Currently our facilities are closed for all rentals involving indoor activities.

Donations to Saltwater Church

When making a donation on the church website (click here), please indicate where you want your donation to go. After entering the amount of your donation, if you select “Donate with a Debit or Credit Card” you will see a line which starts with a pencil and has “add special instructions to the seller.” Please click on those words to specify “pledge” or your desired purpose. It will help our treasurer get money into the right places if that line is filled in. If you have questions, email or call our Treasurer, Gaye Greeves at gnatfw@aol.com or 253-508-3961.   

Please Note: Announcements, updates, and additions to the newsletter must be received by noon Wednesday to be included in that week’s newsletter. Send your submissions to administrator@saltwaterchurch.org or use the website form (click here)