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This issue's header features our clergy at the recent Clergy Education Day held at The Cathedral on Friday, February 26. Be sure to read more about this event in the next issue of the E-Chronicle coming out soon. (Photo by Charmaine Ito.)
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Fifth Sunday in Lent
Almighty God, you alone can bring into order the unruly
wills and affections of sinners: Grant your people grace to
love what you command and desire what you promise; that,
among the swift and varied changes of the world, our hearts may surely there be fixed where true joys are to be found; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with
you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Book of Common Prayer
p. 219
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Mark Your Calendars!
MARCH GOVERNANCE MEETINGS:
Saturday, March 19, 2016 The Cathedral of St. Andrew:
Commission on Ministry
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Bishop's Reading Room
Standing Committee 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Von Holt Room Diocesan Council 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Videoconference from the Diocesan Conference Room
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1% DIOCESAN COUNCIL GRANT REMINDER:
Monthly deadline for submission is the last Friday of each month.
Next due date:
March 25
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EPISCOPAL PACIFIC ISLANDER MINISTRY CAMP
March 25 - 28, 2016
Camp Mokule'ia, Waialua
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Save the date!
STEWARDSHIP UNIVERSITY
August 5 & 6, 2016
With the Rev. Cn. Timothy Dombek
More info coming soon
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ANNUAL CLERGY RETREAT
August 28-30, 2016
Camp Mokule'ia
More info coming soon
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Upcoming Safe Church Trainings
Please check under the island listings for a class taking place in your area.
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O'AHU
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Sunday Adult Christian Formation Hour
Sundays, 9:20 AM
The Cathedral of St. Andrew, Honolulu
Choral Evensong at The Cathedral
Ongoing Sundays, 5:30 PM
The Cathedral of St. Andrew, Honolulu
Na Himeni Sing Nights
Ongoing every third Sunday, 6:00 PM
St. Stephen's, Wahiawa
For more info: (808) 330-3769
Harmony Health & Wellness Ongoing Mondays, 3:30 PM The Cathedral of St. Andrew, Davies Hall, Honolulu
Healing Mass at St. Mark's
Ongoing Tuesdays, 12:00 PM
St. Mark's, Honolulu
Aina Haina Farmer's Market Ongoing Tuesdays, 5:00 - 7:30 PM Holy Nativity, Aina Haina
FREE Music Lessons Ongoing Wednesday evenings (Call to schedule an appt.) St. Mary's, Honolulu Contact: Fr. Dan Werning (808) 388-3121 Moʻiliʻili Service Center Free medical & legal services, clothing, food, bus passes Ongoing every last Thursday, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM St. Mary's, Honolulu (808) 949-4655
Makiki Farmers Market Ongoing Thursdays, 4:30 - 7:30 PM St. Clement's, Honolulu (808) 955-7745
Centering Prayer Ongoing Thursdays, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM The Cathedral of St. Andrew, Honolulu Jazz Vespers at St. Peter's Ongoing Thursdays, 6:00 PM (Soup & Salad served after the service) St. Peter's, Honolulu
Historic Hawai'i Foundation Free Lecture Series Every Thursday through March 10, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM The Cathedral of St. Andrew, Von Holt Room, Honolulu Pacific Peace Forums (with Potluck) Ongoing every first Friday, 6:00 PM The Cathedral of St. Andrew, Von Holt Room, Honolulu Contact: Dr. Haʻaheo Guanson, (808) 330-3771
Centering Prayer at St. Timothy's Ongoing Fridays, 6:00 PM St. Timothy's Library, Aiea For more info: (808) 488-5747
Tai Chi at Epiphany
Ongoing Saturdays, 9:00 AM
Epiphany, Honolulu
(808) 734-5706
Holy Hikers! Ongoing every first Saturday, 1:30 PM, meet at Holy Nativity parking lot Holy Nativity, Honolulu
Meal Prep for IHS
Ongoing every second Saturday, 12:00 PM
The Cathedral of St. Andrew, Honolulu
Special Lenten Concert
Wednesday, March 9, 5:00 PM
The Cathedral of St. Andrew, Honolulu
For more info: (808) 524-2822
Hawai'i Faith-Based Summit on Homelessness
Monday, March 14, 8:00 AM
Central Union Church, Honolulu
Camp Mokule'ia Recovery Work Days
March 25 & 26, 8:00 AM
Camp Mokule'ia, Waialua
Spiritual Care Volunteer Training
Wednesdays April 6 - May 11, 5:30 PM
St. John Lutheran, Kailua
Hui Pu Summer Youth Camp
June 24 - July 7 (Separate camps for different age groups)
Camp Mokule'ia, Waialua
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Christ Memorial Food Pantry
Ongoing Saturdays, 3:30 PM
Christ Memorial, Kilauea
Saturday Market and Swap Meet Ongoing every second Saturday of the month, 9:00 AM All Saints', Kapaʻa For more info...
Saturday Evening Jazz Vespers Communion Service Ongoing Saturdays, 5:15 PM St. Michael's, Lihue
ReSource for Christian Spirituality Centering Prayer Group Ongoing Tuesdays, 8:00 AM St. Michael's, Lihue Ongoing Wednesdays, 9:30 AM St. John's, Ele'ele
Laundry Love Kauai Ongoing first & third Wednesdays, 5:30 PM Kapaa Laundromat, Kapaʻa
Soup Kitchen at St. Paul's Ongoing last Saturdays, 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM St. Paul's (ECWK), Kekaha
ReSource: Molokaʻi & Kalaupapa Pilgrimage April 11-15, 2016
St. John's 75th Anniversary Luncheon
Sunday, May 1, 10:00 AM
St. John's (ECWK), Ele'ele
For more info: (808) 335-5533
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MAUI
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Centering Prayer Group
Mondays, 6:15 - 8:00 PM
Trinity By-the-Sea, Kihei
Centering Prayer Group Thursdays, 4:00 PM Holy Innocents, Lahaina
Safeguarding God's Children Training
Saturday, April 9, 11:00 AM - 2:30 PM
St. John's, Kula
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BIG ISLAND
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Teen Tech at St. James'
First & third Sundays, 10:30 AM
St. James' (Spencer Building), Kamuela
Free Community Meal
Ongoing every 4th Saturday, 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
St. Augustine's, Kapaau
St. Jude's Women's Bible Study
Ongoing Tuesdays, 10:00 AM
Brown Bag Bible Study
Ongoing Tuesdays, 12:00 PM
St. James', Kamuela
Ka'u Food Pantry
Ongoing last Tuesdays, 12:00 PM
Ocean View Community Center
Call Karen: (510) 778-5500
St. Jude's Men's Bible Study
Ongoing Fridays, 9:00 AM
McKinney Place
For more info: (808) 939-7000
The Labyrinth Book Group
Ongoing Fridays, 9:30 AM
Christ Church, Kealakekua
For more info: (808) 323-3429
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SPECIAL POSTING:
Canon for Congregational Life and Leadership
Full-time, Exempt
Bishop's Office
Click HERE for more info.
LAY POSITION POSTINGS:
Childcare Worker
Part-time, St. Christopher's, Kailua
Click HERE for more info.
Director of Music
Part-time, St. Peter's, Honolulu
Click HERE for details.
If you would liked to post a lay position at your church, e-mail Communications with the information. Positions are also posted on the Diocesan website HERE
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March 9, 2016
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The following was originally released in an e-mail dated February 27, 2016.
Message from the Bishop:
Special Emergency Appeal for Camp Mokule'ia
I hope you have seen the notice about Camp Mokuleʻia. While there has been damage that may be covered by insurance, there are also expenses and lost revenue that will not be recouped in short order. Here in Hawaiʻi, we are also keenly aware that big waves are still possible and especially with a storm passing north of the islands next week. There is immediate work with sand bags and shoring up buildings that continues.
I particularly want to commend the Camp Director, the Rev. David Turner, the entire Camp staff and the Camp's Board for their fine work in this emergency. As a Diocese, we can be thankful that David and his team are on the job.
I therefore appeal to all Episcopalians in Hawaiʻi to send contributions to the Camp to help defray the costs of this emergency. Bea and I will be making a donation of $1,000.
Please make checks payable to "Camp Mokuleia" and send them to:
Camp Mokuleʻia 68-729 Farrington Hwy. Waialua HI 96791
As a Diocese, we will again be doing the "Trinity Sunday Collection for Camp Mokuleʻia" in our congregations on May 22, but there is a presenting emergency. Your immediate contribution can help with both presenting needs and affirm the staff in this unusual time.
The Right Reverend Robert L. Fitzpatrick
Bishop Diocesan
The Episcopal Diocese of Hawai'i
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The following is a Press Release from Camp Mokule'ia Board Member Cecilia Fordham.
Help Needed!
Update on Camp Mokule'ia
As reported ten days ago, unprecedented huge waves and dynamic ocean surges wreaked havoc at Camp Mokule'ia. The damage and debris over the grounds are considerable. Immediate emergency measures brought friends, board members, and community volunteers to help. Mahalo Nui Loa to all.
In less than three days more than a 1,000 sand bags were filled, over 50 tons of sand were moved to fill sink holes and erect a 3-foot sand berm for 400 feet of wall, and a 60' X 16' lean-to structure was erected over a gaping, bus-sized sink hole in front of the Executive Director's house that prevented further erosion. All these efforts prevented further damage by the continuing high surf. Great Job!
WHAT'S NEXT? Follow up after crisis is crucial. We hope to have the same inspiration and collective effort for the next steps. Restoration, recovery and opening Camp Mokule'ia to full service is the way forward this month. Each day we are not open for business, reservations are cancelled and there is a loss of income. We need to be open by Monday, March 28. We need your help physically and financially. WORK WITH US: MOKULE'IA RECOVERY WORK DAYS WHEN: March 25 and 26 TIME: Anytime from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Welcome for whatever amount of time you can help. NEED: Volunteers, individuals, families, or groups. BRING: Gloves, shoes, shovels, sand rakes, carpentry tools, joyful and willing spirits Note that these work days fall on Good Friday and Holy Saturday. Come work with us to prepare of the Good News of Easter! PLEASE CONTRIBUTE: The expenses for the restoration and recovery are considerable. Emergency equipment rental and repair alone are in the thousands, even with good insurance assistance. As you know, Camp Mokule'ia operations are sustained by income from use of the facilities and its programs. The Board, the Executive Director, and staff are diligent in developing a self-sustaining operation. The additional expenses from this emergency has strained our finances.
We are grateful that Bishop Fitzpatrick and his wife made a personal contribution of $1,000 in his call for emergency donations from the diocese last week. Please join them in contributing to the camp's emergency fund. Give online HERE. Select "General Fund" or please make checks payable to "Camp Mokuleia" and send to: Camp Mokule'ia, 68-729 Farrington Hwy., Waialua, HI 96791
(Pictured at top left, ferocious waves engulf the Executive Director's house, and at right, orange cones and netting mark the damaged areas. Photos contributed by the Camp Mokule'ia Board and Jenny Wallace.) _____________________________________ |
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Special Lenten Concert and Choirs Perform at The Cathedral of St. Andrew
The A Cappella Choir from Brainerd Senior High School will be performing a short concert at 5:00 PM prior to Evensong on Wednesday, March 9, 2016, at The Cathedral of St. Andrew. They come from a land where winter is real and they keep warm by gathering together and singing! Brainerd is located in central Minnesota and their town is known as the gateway to the lakes of Minnesota. The A Cappella Choir enjoys community-wide support and has a decades-old tradition for pursuing music at the highest level.
Then on Sunday, March 13, Evensong will be sung by the Priory Chamber Choir beginning at 5:30 PM. The concerts and parking are free to the public. For more information, contact the Cathedral Office at (808) 524-2822.
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Hawai'i Faith-Based Summit on Homelessness
The Institute for Human Services (IHS) and The Interfaith Alliance Hawai'i (TIAH) will be hosting a summit on homelessness for the Hawai'i faith community on Monday, March 14, 2016, at Central Union Church in Honolulu.
The summit is in response to the numerous inquiries received from the faith community on how best to meet the needs of homeless people showing up on their doorsteps. The summit aims to help people of faith to partner with homeless service providers and government resources, and create ministries rooted in faith and founded on best practices.
For more information and to register, click HERE. Registration is limited to the first 150 registrants, and a donation of $35 would be appreciated to help cover event costs. If you have questions, contact Terry Ogawa, Chaplain and Community Liaison of IHS, at (808) 447-2842. _____________________________________
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Hurry! Deadline to register is Thursday, March 10!
Episcopal Pacific Islander Ministry Easter Camp
The Episcopal Pacific Islander Ministry will be hosting their second Annual Easter Camp from March 25 - 28, 2016, at Camp Mokule'ia in Waialua. The camp will focus on young Christians ages 16 to 30, with the theme "Focus on Jesus" and the following mission statement: "That I will try to walk closer to Jesus Christ all the way to Calvary and learned from His compassion and be save by our Resurrected Lord, HE is my King and my Lord, my Salvation and my Savior."
Campers will be divided into small groups for deeper discussions and critical thinking of the reality and meaning of Jesus' death on the cross and the resurrection, incorporating song, fellowship, games, and stories of transformation. This is an opportunity for young Christians to experience the love and passion of Christ demonstrated on Easter and the application to their own context.
Cost for the camp is $100. For more information or if you have questions, e-mail Fane Lino, Pacific Islander Missioner, or to register, click HERE._____________________________________
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A Call to Renew Our Hearts with Real Biblical Values
In a March 7, 2016 article appearing in the Honolulu Civil Beat, four ecumenical leaders in Hawai'i issued a statement in response to Evangelist Franklin Graham, whose recent appearance in Honolulu "fanned the flames of anxiety and fear."
Graham, who is the son of evangelist Billy Graham, was on a 50-state tour to pray at state capitols, with a message to vote for candidates with "Biblical values."
 Bishop Robert Fitzpatrick was among the authors of the statement noting that "much of what we hear from candidates and in the news that claims to be speaking for Biblical values is an intolerant and xenophobic reactionary response to societal and global change."
They also quoted Pope Francis who said, "Jesus was about tearing down walls, not building them." To read the article in its entirety, click HERE. _____________________________________ |
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Spiritual Care Volunteer Spring Training
Pacific Health Ministry will be offering a six-week Spiritual Care volunteer training beginning on Wednesday, April 6, 2016, at St. John Lutheran Church in Kailua.
The training prepares people for spiritual/pastoral care visitation and care-giving in their own congregations or temples, or as spiritual care volunteers in selected health care facilities. This program encourages all persons who are interested in developing a lay ministry.
The classes will take place on Wednesday evenings from 5:30 - 7:30 PM beginning on April 6 and running through Mary 11. For more information and to register, download the informational flyer HERE, or contact Rev. Anke Flohr, Executive Director, at (808) 591-6556, ext. 207, or e-mail her.
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What's Happening in The Episcopal Church?
Announcements from around The Episcopal Church & beyond
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Epsicopal Church Constitution and Canons Available
The complete and authorized version of the Constitution and Canons, together with the Rules of Order, of the Episcopal Church as adopted and revised by the General Convention of 2015, is now available to be downloaded or ordered off the General Convention website HERE. The Constitution and Canons outline the ecclesiastical law that governs The Episcopal Church.
The direct link to download the free pdf document is HERE.
The direct link to purchase the nearly 300-page document is HERE. _____________________________________
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Young Adult, Campus Ministry Leadership Conference Slated
A special conference from The Episcopal Church designed for leaders in ministry with young adults on and off college campuses, Nourish: Young Adult and Campus Ministry Leadership Conference, is slated for June 26-29, 2016, at the Maritime Institute near Baltimore, MD.
"We hope this gathering will be a time when Episcopal leaders who are new to this work, as well as those who have longstanding roots in this ministry, will meet and connect with one another in order to be nourished and nurtured in ministry with young adults," explained the Rev. Shannon Kelly, Episcopal Church Missioner for Young Adult and Campus Ministries.
The conference will feature plenary speakers, workshops and intentional conversations. More conference information and registration can be found HERE.Kelly also announced that applications are being accepted for the conference's various design teams: program, worship, social times, hospitality, promotion, and logistics.
"We are inviting those who feel called to help shape this event to apply to be on the design teams," Kelly stated.
For Design Team information and application, click HERE.
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2016 Youth Ministry Symposium
The 4th Annual Youth Ministry Symposium will be taking place at Church Divinity School of the Pacific in Berkeley, CA, on April 9, 2016.
This year's symposium will focus on the challenges young people face when they become aware of their own economic, racial, gender, and political privilege in the context of mission trips and service projects. The keynote presentation on privilege and power in service projects will be given by Anne Clark, lifelong Christian Formation Coordinator for the Diocese of Northern California. For more information, click HERE._____________________________________ |
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PREVIOUSLY ANNOUNCED EVENT REMINDERS:
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UPDATED: Safe Church Training Dates
The Church's Safe Church Policies require church leadership and those working with children to attend special training classes. The following classes have been set up with more to come. Please read the Safe Church Policies to note the differences between Safeguarding God's Children and Sexual Misconduct Prevention Training, and to see if you are required to attend a class.
- Saturday April 9, 2016 - Safeguarding God's Children Training (St. John's, Kula, Maui) - Register HERE.
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Bishop's Office Now Accepting Applications for:
Canon for Congregational Life and Leadership
The Office of the Bishop is now accepting applications for the position of Canon for Congregational Life and Leadership. The position is a full-time exempt, senior position that reports directly to the Bishop.
The Canon will be working closely with clergy and lay leadership, providing the support, resources and insights that will encourage the spiritual and organizational health and growth of the parishes and missions of the Diocese. The Canon will focus attention on congregational development support, stewardship formation, evangelism, formation, discipleship, and mission planning. The Canon will also fully participate in the liturgical and sacramental life of the Diocese. The Canon is called to encourage a vision of congregational life that is spiritually vibrant, mission-focused, and fully alive in the local community.
The job description and application instructions are posted on the Diocese's Transition Ministry webpage. The Ministry Portfolio for the Canon position is also posted and live on the Office of Transition Ministry (OTM) website HERE. Clergy that do not yet have accounts with OTM and need help setting one up, please e-mail Irina Martikainen for assistance. The deadline to apply is March 31, 2016. ______________________________________
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Bishops' Scholarships Applications
The Diocese of Hawai'i has two scholarship funds available for students for the 2016-2017 school year: - Bishop's Scholarship Fund - Students entering kindergarten to grade 12 entering an Episcopal Church-related school in the Diocese of Hawai'i for the first time.
- The Chang Clergy Children's Scholarship Fund - Children of clergy under the age of 24 who are canonically resident and domiciled in the Diocese of Hawai'i.
The submission deadline is Thursday, March 24, 2016, at 4:00 PM. For detailed eligibility requirements and to download the application packet, click HERE. For more information or should you have any questions, please e-mail Irina Martikainen.______________________________________
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ECW Important Dates Coming Up
The Epsicopal Church Women (ECW) of the Diocese of Hawai'i, announce the following important dates to remember:
- Church Periodical Club (CPC) grant applications are now being accepted. Deadline to apply is March 30. For more information and to apply, e-mail Sandy Leialoha.
- The annual ECW Quiet Day is scheduled to take place on Saturday, April 30, 2016. Mark your calendars and save the date! More information to come soon.
- ECW Specials - The ECW Special grant applications are due on Saturday, July 15, 2016. More information can be found on the ECW webpage HERE.
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Lent Reminder from the Bishop
(The following message from the Bishop was released on January 30, and also appeared in the latest issue of the E-Chronicle.)
I invite Episcopalians in the Diocese of Hawai'i and the Church in Micronesia to join in personal daily meditations throughout Lent using "Repairing the Breach: Discipleship and Mission in a Global Economy."
The theology committee of the House of Bishops has prepared this resource for the Church to explore ways to recover and renew economic imagination.
Please join me this Lent and engage "Repairing the Breach."
Sign up for daily emails with the lessons and to watch videos HERE.
Download the PDF of lessons for each day of Lent HERE.
See the Episcopal News Service article on the resource HERE.
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The Episcopal Church Offers up Lenten Resources for a Spirit-filled Season
The holy season of Lent begins on Ash Wednesday, February 10, and continues to the festive day of Easter on March 27. Resources for Lent 2016 from the Episcopal Church can be found HERE and includes a wide array of prayers, reflections, links, videos, social media, bulletin inserts, and more, for all ages to participate in and experience a spirit-filled Lenten season.
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The Madness Has Begun!
 The long awaited annual battle for the Golden Halo has begun! By now, many in the Diocese are familiar with Lent Madness, when in 2012, Queen Emma made it all the way to the final round against Mary Magdelene, a feat that propelled our Queen into the spotlight! And that is exactly what the purpose of Lent Madness is about! To learn more about Lent Madness, click HERE, and be sure to vote each week for your favorite saint!
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Save the Date!
Hui Pu Summer Youth Camp Coming Soon
GIVE TECHNOLOGY AND SOCIAL MEDIA A BREAK and join us for an awesome and spiritually fulfilling summer break. Hui Pu is a summer camp for youth in grades 4 - 12. Expect a week full of adventure, fun and GOD, all the while making new FRIENDS! - June 24- 26: Elementary School (Grades 4-5)
- June 27 - July 1: Middle School (Grades 6-8)
- July 3 - 7: High School (Grades 9-12)
For more information, contact Seini Lino, Associate Program Director, at (808) 637-6241, or e-mail her, and visit the Camp Mokule'ia website HERE.______________________________________ |
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IMPORTANT REMINDERS
Did you miss an edition of the E-News? Listed below are the titles of some recently published announcements. To see the complete article, click on the linked issues below or visit the Diocesan website's
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The Rev. Dcn. John Arthur Holmes
Bishop's Office Now Accepting Applications for Canon Position Deadline March 31
Free Music Lessons at St. Mary's
ECW Important Dates Coming Up
Presiding Bishop: Remembering our sister and brother Christians"
The Rev. John A. Longo
Lent Reminder from the Bishop
Lent Madness Begins!
Lenten Jazz Vespers at St. Peter's
Free Lunctime Lecture Series
Hui Pu Summer Youth Camp
The Episcopal Church Offers Up Lenten Resources
Applications Being Accepted for Refugee Program
Bishop: Communiqué from the Primates
2016 Diocesan Grant Guidelines
Bishops' Scholarship Applications
Prayers of the People with Hawaiian Values
Presiding Bishop Speaks on Actions at Primates Meeting
St. Elizabeth's Featured on CBS Evening News
The Rev. Charles Tarleton Crane
Pastoral Memo on Congregational Membership
Dengue Outbreak: Precautions and Staying Informed
Molokai and Kalaupapa Pilgrimage
Episcopal Congregations Research Available
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Contact Information
Sybil Nishioka, Editor
News
Office of the Bishop
229 Queen Emma Square
Honolulu, HI 96813
(808) 536-7776
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