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HOLY EUCHARIST

April 28, 2024 7:00 & 9:00 am

Fifth Sunday of Easter

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UPCOMING SERVICES

May 5 - Sixth Sunday of Easter (Morning Prayer for both services)

May 12 - Seventh Sunday of Easter

May 19 - Pentecost

May 26 - First Sunday after Pentecost

Find scripture readings for upcoming Sundays and learn about the liturgical seasons in the Episcopal Church here.

MESSAGE FROM THE VICAR

Dear St. Augustine's 'ohana,

Love works in mysterious ways. As we move through life, our focus on God’s loving presence anchors us, stabilizes our hearts and minds, and guides our actions.

Love is not just a concept; we embody love. We live it. Love starts in the heart and manifests in action. Loving actions land in the hearts of others, creating more love and producing more loving actions. Love in action is forgiveness; it's service to those in need; it's repentance; it's radical inclusion. Just like Jesus taught us.

This week's story from the Acts of the apostles, Philip listens to the Holy Spirit. He cares enough to stop and talk with the man from Ethiopia. This man, a eunuch, seeks spiritual connection as he reads scripture aloud. But as a castrated man, he is marginalized. Society sees him as "less than." Philip listens to the whispers of the Holy Spirit and embraces this man with loving inclusion. Risking his own reputation, Philip offers friendship. Where others would hesitate to befriend, Philip listens, shares, and baptizes, just as Jesus taught.

It’s about relationships. Living the Way of Love is about delighting in the processes of enacting deep care. Sometimes that means watching our words and minding our reactions. Sometimes that means sharing gentleness. And sometimes that means looking for opportunities to aid the marginalized by boldly defending their rights.  

Easter alleluias come alive in such moments of sharing the love Christ so generously pours into our hearts! Nourished by the Vine, may we be the branches that bear the fruit of love in this world.

Easter Blessings,

Vicar Jennifer +

THANK YOU FOR ALL YOU DO

Melanie Matsuda for cleaning the church & providing flowers this week.

Maurine Gomes for serving as lay reader last week.

St. Augustine's members who pray for others each week. 

The many members of St. Augustine's and the community who help sort donations and operate the Thrift Shop.

CARING FOR EACH OTHER

ST. AUGUSTINE'S PRAYER CHAIN

Please pray for healing, guidance, strength, peace of mind, and comfort for: all who are affected by the Israel/Hamas war and wars around the world, MariaElena Martinez, Linda Leonard Powell, Rita Masada, Olin Kane, Jeannette Hensel, Sabrina Lee, Rachel and Hoku Lancaster, Erin Manuel, the people of Maui and the Church of the Holy Innocents, Arcadio & Filomena Badua, Lisa Andrews, Guy Kaoo, Tula Brickel, Becky & Ludwig Simmet, Reni Aʻi aʻi Bello, Kaikoa-Aina Brown, Marlene & Harry Ching, Annecita Tamayo, and Lynn Dicus. Thanksgiving for the life of Bobbi Green (sister of Lani Bowman) and prayers for her 'ohana as they grieve, remember, and celebrate Bobbi's life.

PRAYER CHAIN VOLUNTEERS

Volunteer to be part of St. Augustine's prayer chain! Contact Patsy Ching or Vicar Jennifer if you would like to:

• Pray for those who have requested prayers
• Be part of the phone tree that helps us know about prayer requests or emergencies

REQUEST PRAYERS

If you or someone you know would like to be added to our prayer list, please email Patsy Ching or Vicar Jennifer. You can request prayers for yourself, your 'ohana, or anyone in our community or beyond. 

During our Sunday services, you can write prayer requests on a piece of paper. Prayers will be read aloud or silently (per your request) during the Prayers of the People.

ONLINE FORM

You can also send us prayer requests through our online form.

Mahalo for your care and prayers!

SUNDAY SCHOOL - For children ages 3-10, every Sunday morning at 9:00 am with Youth Director Kathy Matsuda.

FELLOWSHIP HOUR - Every Sunday after our 9:00 am service. We gather to enjoy conversation, coffee, and treats in Walker Hall. Please bring some savory or sweet treats to share if you like! Mahalo to all who have been providing delicious food and to Jeannette Hensel for bringing coffee.

TEEN GATHERINGS - No teen night this week!

CHOIR - Join us Wednesdays at 5:00 pm to sing through the hymns for the following Sunday. All are welcome! 

UPCOMING CHURCH EVENTS

Sunday, April 28 - Hawai'i Wildfire Prevention info 4:30- 6:00 pm. Elizabeth Pickett, co-director of the Hawai'i Wildfire Prevention Organization for all islands, will come to Walker Hall to present on wildfire prevention. Please see poster below for details.

Monday April 29 - Kohala Quilting Group 3:30-6:30PM, Join Nicole Gomes and her quilting group to create your own quilt square for Kohala's Community Quilt. All are welcome and no experience required.

Friday, May 10, 11:00 am - Celebration of Life and Holy Eucharist for Rose Rosimo, followed by a reception in Walker Hall.

Saturday, May 11, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm - Mama Jam Mini-Bazaar - Flowers Needed

A celebration of Mothers! We are looking for donations of cut flowers and potted plants to sell at our Mother’s Day themed mini-bazaar . We are also looking for volunteers to make flower arrangements. If you are interested in donating items or time please contact Kathy Matsuda. See poster below and please share with your Kohala friends!

ST. AUGUSTINE'S NEWS

Photo credit: Kathy Matsuda

DIOCESAN YOUTH RETREAT

Last Sunday, Kiona Nakamura shared about her time at the annual Diocesan Youth Retreat. Kiona and Yvanka Lum joined youth from 4 different islands to connect at Camp Mokulēʻia. Mahalo to Kurt Nakamura for chaperoning!

Check out Kiona's speech on our Youtube Channel and for a retreat re-cap, check out Camp Mokulēʻia's Facebook page here.

WELCOME KOHALA COMMUNITY QUILTING PROJECT!

Community Quilting Group

Mondays 3:30-6:30 James Walker Hall

Nicole Gomes started this quilting group as a safe space for people to enjoy eachothers company and create together. This project started as a One Nation One Project fellowship, aimed at promoting arts participation in communities to influence social cohesion and wellbeing. 

In response to this effort, Nicole is facilitating the creation of a community made quilt that captures the essence of Kohala with the theme “No Place Like Home”. This project is open to anyone who wants to participate. And there are many reasons to participate!  Research has proven that participating in the arts can reduce stress, enhance cognitive and mental function, prevent depression, reduce loneliness, increase longevity, and support success in education. 

Please consider contributing to this quilt. Nicole and her group will be meeting every Monday in Walker Hall from 3:30 pm to 6:30 pm. All are welcome!

PICTURED ABOVE - Follow our Thrift Shop on Facebook! Mahalo to Kathy W. for creating this page for us!

THRIFT SHOP - JOIN US ON FACEBOOK!

We started a Facebook page to keep everyone up to date on the latest Thrift Shop events. We will also be posting higher-end items for sale on the site each week. Follow us on Facebook here:

https://www.facebook.com/kohalathriftshop

The Thrift Shop is open Wednesdays from 12:00 to 6:00 pm and also on the first Saturday of the month from 8:00 am - 11:00 am.



DONATIONS

St. Augustine's is grateful to the community for the many items generously donated to our Thrift Shop! We accept donations when the Thrift Store is staffed by our volunteers.

Please bring your items during these times:

Wednesdays 8:00 am - 6:00 pm

Thursdays 8:00 am - 11:00 am

NEWS FROM THE DIOCESE OF HAWAI'I

Stay up to date with our brothers and sisters across the diocese! The latest issue of the Hawaiian Church Chronicle (April 25 2024) features an article on Reading with Keiki and an update from the Diocesan Youth Retreat.

If you have information to share, please let us know! This is a space to help us stay in touch in a variety of ways, such as news, offers of assistance, or garden bounty (fruits, veggies) you would like to share. Please email Vicar Jennifer or Kathy Webb: VicarJennifer@staugustineskohala.com or admin@staugustineskohala.com Submissions due by Thursday morning for Friday's newsletter.

UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS

• View Bishop Fitzpatrick's Monday message & Wednesday lesson.

• Listen to Presiding Bishop Michael Curry's podcasts on "The Way of Love."

• Read Presiding Bishop Michael Curry's message "Habits of Grace."

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