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This issue's header photo was taken at Camp Mokulē'ia where their summer camp program is in full swing. There may still be a few spaces available for July camps. Visit their website HERE to learn more and sign up! (Photo from the St. James' Facebook page)

Proper 10

O Lord, mercifully receive the prayers of your people who call upon you, and grant that they may know and understand what things they ought to do, and also may have grace and power faithfully to accomplish them; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Editor's Note: The following is from the Bishop's Executive Assistant, Nani Carroll:

Important Reminder: Latest Phishing Scam

Aloha Kākou,

We have been getting an increasing number of reports of scam and phishing emails pretending to be from Bishop Robert Fitzpatrick. Whether the initial email requests money or not, please be vigilant in responding to anything that does not come from "rlfitzpatrick@episcopalhawaii.org."

Here are a few important reminders and tips to help you recognize and avoid scams:

• Check the sender's email address: Do not rely solely on the sender’s name. Verify that the email address is a legitimate one that is in your contacts or can be verified. In this case, "rlfitzpatrick@episcopalhawaii.org."

• Review the Signature Line: Legitimate emails from Bishop Bob will always contain a variation of the following:

• Be Cautious of Urgent Requests: Phishing emails often create a sense of urgency or ask for confidential information. Bishop will never directly ask you to send cash, checks, or money orders via email or text. Though he occasionally encourages donations or support to established funds or causes, he will never add a link to an unknown source.

• Do not click on suspicious links: Hover over any links in the email to see the actual URL before clicking on it. If it looks suspicious or does not match the stated domain, do not click it.

If you receive an email that you suspect may be a phishing email, please do not respond to it. If you are suspicious of an email you have received, please reach out to us at the Diocesan Support Center; you do not need to forward the original email, but you are welcome to notify us so we are aware of the situation and/or can clarify if the email is genuine.

Thank you for your attention to this matter and for your continued vigilance in keeping our ‘ohana safe from scams.

Mahalo!

Nani Carroll

Executive Assistant to the Bishop

Diocesan Support Center

The Episcoipal Diocese of Hawai'i

[July 11, 2024] Every three years, the Episcopal Church Women (ECW) hold their Triennial Convention that runs in conjunction with The Episcopal Church's General Convention. Women from all nine provinces attend this special gathering for a week full of worship, fun, and education. This year's 51st ECW Triennial was held June 22 through 28, 2024, in Louisville, Kentucky. 

The following is the report submitted by Louise Aloy, the Diocese of Hawai'i's ECW President. Following her report is a reflection from Joanne Mahuka, who received this year's Triennial Distinguished Women Award for Province VIII. READ MORE

Experiencing the Young Adult Festival in Kentucky

By Stason Skeen

Aloha! I'm Stason Skeen from St. Matthew's Episcopal Church in Waimānalo. I was lucky enough to attend the Young Adult Festival, which takes place alongside the General Convention that was held in Louisville, KY, July 21-26, this year. 

​The Episcopal Church’s General Convention is a gathering where people from Episcopal churches around the world come together to make important decisions. It happens every three years and includes bishops, priests, deacons, and lay members from each Diocese that form a Deputation. They talk about rules for the church, plan events, and discuss how to serve the world and their neighbors. It’s like a big family gathering where everyone gets a say in how things should be done in the Church. READ MORE

CONVENTION REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!

REMINDER: Nominations for governance positions and resolutions are being accepted now!

Coming Up! Washington National Cathedral:

Celebrating 50 Years of Women's Ordination

REMINDER: Deadline to book the special hotel group rate is July 19!

ALL CLERGY! Don't forget to register HERE for the Annual Clergy Conference coming up August 19-21, 2024, in Kapolei, O'ahu. Also, the deadline to book our special group room rate at the Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton in Kapolei, is Friday, July 19. Our guest speaker is Dr. Kwok Pui-lan, who is the Dean’s Professor of Systematic Theology at Candler School of Theology, Emory University. For more information and to register, visit the event webpage HERE or click on the image header.

July 19 & 20! Register Now!

SOUL SHOP SUICIDE PREVENTION TRAINING

Join us this July 19 & 20, at Saint Louis School for Soul Shop Hawai‘i 2024 - a free training for interfaith and youth leaders to develop skills and strategies for the prevention of suicide. There will be two sessions, and you are welcome to sign up for just one or both! You can register using the QR code or by visiting bit.ly/SoulShop2024. If you'd like to volunteer, sign up HERE.

SUMMER TIPS FOR AIR CONDITIONING: Although many of us in Hawai'i are fortunate to keep cool with natural ventilation, those who live in hotter regions or condos and apartment buildings, have to rely on other methods including air conditioners. If you are lucky enough to have A/C, the Department of Energy has tips on keeping your costs down, including keeping your A/C on when you go out. Keeping your A/C on prevents the room from heating up which actually takes more energy to cool down when you return. Keeping it on also protects appliances and electronics from damaging heat and humidity. For more info, visit the Department of Energy website HERE.

2024 Annual Clergy Conference - August 19-21, Hampton Inn, Kapolei, O'ahu

2024 FREE TENS Webinars - Final webinar of the year: August 31 (9:00-10:30 AM HST)

2024 Convention 56 - October 11 & 12, The Cathedral of St. Andrew, O'ahu

2024 EAM Young Adult Retreat - October 25-27, Camp Sloggett, Koke'e, Kaua'i

SUMMER SIGHTINGS & ACTIVITIES AROUND THE DIOCESE

Summer has taken off, and so have families and groups near and far, traveling to and from the Diocese to take part in a variety of activities and services. Pictured above left, folks from The Cathedral of St. Andrew took part in the The Walk for Life (formerly known as the AIDS Walk) on June 15, and exceeded their goals; at right, St. Michael's and All Angels on Kaua'i hit the beach for a church service and potluck.

Above left, Good Samaritan in Honolulu welcomed members of the Japanese Convocation (JCON) from New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, and San Francisco; at center/right, Trinity By-the-Sea's Vicar, Fr. Hau'oli Tomoso, is on the receiving end as Fr. George Wong from St. John's Kula blesses him and his wife Susan for their 47th Wedding Anniversary. This was also a double celebration with Tomoso returning after a 3-month leave to recuperate from illness.

Pictured above left, eight youth from St. James' in Waimea on Hawai'i Island, enjoyed themselves at Camp Mokulē'ia; where their summer program is in full swing right now; at right, joyful faces from the pews at St. Matthew's in Waimanalo on O'ahu. Pictured below, a visitng youth mission group from Kansas came to lend a helping hand at our Windward churches, cleaning and painting at St. Matthew's and assisting at Emmanuel's diaper drive in Kailua. They also found time to relax at the beach and shop.

Bottom left, Deacon Lani Bowman from St. Augustine's shares the love and fruit; at right, youth from St. John's in Ross, CA, and Church of the Resurrection, came over to perform community service on O'ahu at a number of different organizations, that included St. Elizabeth's and Wallyhouse.

(Photos from church newsletters, websites and social media)

LAY POSITION OPENINGS

(Visit the Diocesan website HERE for more information.)

• NEW! O'AHU: St. Clement's, Honolulu - Choir Director (Part-time)
• MAUI: Community Partnership Coordinator (Full-time, Exempt)
• O'AHU: St. Mary's - Parish Administrator (Part-time)
• OʻAHU: The Cathedral of St. Andrew - Seeking Volunteer Docents
• OʻAHU: St. Stephen's Church, Wahiawa - Organist (Part-time)
• HAWAI'I ISLAND: Holy Apostles - Minister of Music (Part-time)

Presiding bishop-elect to forego installation at National Cathedral; scaled-back event to be held at church’s New York headquarters

(6/28/24) Presiding Bishop-elect Sean Rowe and the installation planning and transition committees announced June 28 that Rowe’s installation service will take place Nov. 2 at The Episcopal Church’s headquarters in Manhattan, New York, instead of Washington National Cathedral, the seat of the presiding bishop, according to a press release by the church’s Office of Public Affairs. READ MORE

MORE HEADLINE LINKS FROM

THE EPISCOPAL NEWS SERVICE:

• Episcopal Church raises increasing alarm at Israel’s refusal to release Anglican Palestinian (7/11/24)
• Church of England’s General Synod backs standalone services for same-sex blessings (7/10/24)
• Episcopal, Anglican leaders respond to Israel’s forced closure of Al Ahli Arab Hospital in Gaza (7/8/24)

EPISCOPAL ASIAMERICA MINISTRY (EAM) YOUNG ADULT RETREAT - The EAM Young Adult Convocation is holding a retreat for Episcopal young adults in their 20s from across the United States. ​This retreat will be held at Camp Sloggett on the island of Kaua‘i, October 25-27, 2024. For more information and to register, visit the Diocesan website HERE, or scan the QR code shown. If you have any questions, contact Carolyn Morinishi by email HERE.

Required Safe Church Training - This is a reminder that Safe Church training is mandatory for all clergy, employees, vestry members, and most volunteers. Please read The Episcopal Diocese of Hawai‘i Safeguarding Policy and the Diocesan Safe Church Training Webpage. This training needs to be renewed every three years. Contact your church's Safe Church Administator or priest for more information, or if you have questions, email Nani Carroll.

BISHOP (meeting with): Nani (ext. 302)

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Budget/Finance: Sam (ext. 306)

Communications/News/Website: Sybil

Congregational Membership: Sandy (ext. 309)

Diocesan Portfolio/Investments: Sam (ext. 306)

Hiring/Human Resources: Rae (ext. 326)

Monthly Statement: Sam (ext. 306)