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Join us for
HOLY EUCHARIST
January 21, 2024 at 7:00 am & 9:00 am
Third Sunday after the Epiphany
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10:30 am every Sunday after the 9:00 am service.
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January 28 - Fourth Sunday after the Epiphany - 7:00 am & 9:00 am
February 4 - Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany - 7:00 am & 9:00 am
February 11 - Last Sunday after the Epiphany - 7:00 am & 9:00 am
Looking ahead:
February 14 - Ash Wednesday service - 5:30 pm
February 18 - First Sunday in Lent - 7:00 am & 9:00 am
February 25 - Second Sunday in Lent - 7:00 am & 9:00 am
March 3 - Third Sunday in Lent - 7:00 am & 9:00 am
March 10 - Fourth Sunday in Lent - 7:00 am & 9:00 am
March 17 - Fifth Sunday in Lent - 7:00 am & 9:00 am
March 24 - Palm Sunday - 9:00 am only (no 7:00 am service)
Holy Week Services - March 28 - Maundy Thursday; March 29 - Good Friday; March 30 - Easter Vigil
March 31 - Easter Sunday (9:00 am only) followed by egg hunt & Easter brunch
Find scripture readings for upcoming Sundays and learn about the liturgical seasons in the Episcopal Church here.
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Dear St. Augustine's 'ohana,
What does it mean to follow Jesus? Our gospel readings during the season of Epiphany relay stories about the disciples as they are called to become followers of Jesus.
While their decisions to leave their livelihoods and familiar routines may have been sudden, their transformations are not. Their processes of becoming followers unfold as we approach the season of Lent, encounter the mysteries of Easter, and move into years and decades of spiritual work in the world.
Like the disciples, we are called to follow. Like the disciples, our processes of becoming followers happen gradually as we learn, make mistakes, and turn to find the path again. Our spiritual lives evolve.
This season of Epiphany allows us time to reflect on our paths as followers. Join us this Sunday morning for worship services and fellowship time as we ponder the unfolding of our spiritual lives. We'll ask questions to take us deeper into our reflections for the season of Epiphany:
- What does becoming a follower mean today?
- How are you called to spiritual transformation through your uniquely personal process of becoming a disciple of Christ?
- How has your faith changed over the years?
- In what ways does your spiritual life meet real life?
Blessings,
Vicar Jennifer
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THANK YOU FOR ALL YOU DO | |
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Ricarte & Gregoria Sahagun for cleaning the church & providing flowers this week
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Virginia Fortner for serving as lay reader last Sunday.
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St. Augustine's members who pray for others each week.
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The many members of St. Augustine's and the community who help sort donations and operate the Thrift Shop.
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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, Motaz Aziz, Jeannette Hensel, Anne Medve, Shane Ching, Sabrina Lee, Bobbi Green, Tom Leonard, Linda Leonard Powell, David Peter Franco, Erin Manuel, all the people of Maui, Church of the Holy Innocents in Maui and Vicar Bruce & Sylvia DeGooyer, Arcadio & Filomena Badua, Lisa Andrews, Guy Kaoo, Koa Paulo, Tula Brickel, Becky & Ludwig Simmet, Reni Aʻi aʻi Bello, Kaikoa-Aina Brown, Marlene & Harry Ching, Annecita Tamayo, Lynn Dicus, and Juana Mejia.
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!
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SUNDAY SCHOOL - For children ages 3-10, every Sunday morning at 9:00 am with Youth Director Kathy Matsuda with Michelle White, Kathy Webb and Lucas Masada Corey.
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 - Stay tuned for the next event coming soon!
CHOIR - Join us Tuesday, January 23rd at 5:00 pm to sing through the hymns for the following Sunday. All are welcome!
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POSTPONED: Please note that we are postponing the Lei Hulu work day that was to have been on Saturday, January 27. We need more time to plan construction, and our woodworker is creating a temporary stand for use during construction in order to preserve the beauty of the wood on the permanent stand. Please stay tuned for an updated date and time!
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Sunday, January 28 at 11:00 am - Annual Meeting & Potluck Lunch - Please mark your calendars to attend this important meeting! See details below.
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Tuesday, March 5 at 5:30 pm - Potluck supper for Shrove Tuesday (feasting before Ash Wednesday). If you are interested in volunteering to help, please contact Kathy Webb at admin@staugustineskohala.com.
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JOIN US FOR SUNDAY SCHOOL EVERY WEEK!
This week Kathy Webb will be
Sunday school is held every Sunday during the 9:00am service and open to all keiki ages 3-10. Hope to see you, your grandchildren, or children there!
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REMINDER ABOUT PLEDGES
To aid our budgeting process for 2024, please give careful consideration to a financial pledge to St. Augustine's. Each 'ohana received a mailing with a pledge card. Please bring your completed pledge card to church and place it in the offering plate or put it in the mail slot outside the church admin office. You can also mail it to the church at:
St. Augustine's Episcopal Church
PO Box 220
Kapaau, HI 96755
If you need a pledge card, they are available in the church, in Walker Hall, or click here to download and print.
Your support for St. Augustine's is much appreciated! We have several large projects in 2024, such as removing bees and tenting for termites. If you are interested in making a special contribution for a specific project, please contact Vicar Jennifer or Cindy Sakai.
Mahalo nui for your gifts of time, talents, and funds! Every bit of what you do helps us further our mission "to be the love of God and to feel the love of God" at St. Augustine's and in our North Kohala community!
UPDATE ON BEES
John Sakai reports that he has cleared the bee hive in the church. He filled a trash bag with honeycomb—that's a LOT! There were no bees present. The next step is to treat that area to prevent future bee attraction and then seal any holes where bees might gain access.
He is currently working with the termite team at Bowman to schedule tenting. Mahalo nui, John, for your amazing dedication to getting this done for St. Augustine's. Mahalo also to Dave Lambrecht for his assistance.
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<--- PICTURED HERE - Scaffolding on the church aids in addressing the bee problem. Stacey Chun, Ag technician at the Hawai'i Department of Agriculture, DOA Additional scaffolding is installed above the vestibule to help workers find and seal entry points in the roof where bees enter. We are almost ready to tent for termites!
Big mahalo to Bishop's Warden John Sakai for all his hard work to organize and shepherd these efforts to preserve our beautiful historic church!
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CAMPUS WORK DAYS COMING UP THIS YEAR
Please watch for dates and times for campus work days in the coming months. We have a number of maintenance projects around campus to work on. Please consider giving time or funds to help!
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Examples of projects to complete with St. Augustine's volunteers (we will divide the projects into several work days):
- Wash windows and screens in Thrift Shop and Walker Hall
- Organize kitchen in Walker Hall
- Powerwash and repaint parking lines and steps on campus
- Weed and prune terraced gardens (Biblical healing plants)
- Remove weeds and invasive plants from Cemetery
Examples of projects for which we'll need to hire workers (not listed in any particular order):
- Repair or replace gutters (Walker Hall, Thrift Shop, Vicarage)
- Repair church roof
- Scrub and repaint walls in Walker Hall
- Repair windows and corner of Thrift Shop
- Add proper grounding to electrical outlets
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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 features important news, events, and information, including:
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Save the Date! Annual Chrism Mass & ChurchBiz Event. Our diocese's annual Chrism Mass & ChurchBiz (formerly Spring Training) Event will be taking place on Saturday, March 23, 2024, at the Cathedral of St. Andrew. The theme for this event is "Lessons Learned" as we take a look at the impact that recent catastrophies have had on our churches in the Diocese. Both COVID and the Maui wildfires have presented many challenges that we continue to learn from. Mark your calendars and save the date for this very important gathering! Church members of St. Augustine's are invited to attend. More information and registration will be coming soon! Please let Vicar Jennifer know if you are interested.
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Diocesan Youth Retreat, April 12-14, 2024. This retreat is for all youth in grades 6-12. Come with your youth group, bring a friend or come on your own, ready to meet new friends, at Camp Mokulēʻia! ---> Sign up here.
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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. | |
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CREATION CARE TIP
The food system is responsible for one third of global greenhouse gas emissions. Consider adjusting what you eat to lower the carbon impact of your meals! Click the button below for information on how to eat low carbon. This is a fun resource for families!
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ST. AUGUSTINE'S THRIFT SHOP
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THRIFT SHOP HOURS
The Thrift Shop is open Wednesdays from noon - 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
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UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS | |
MESSAGES FROM OUR BISHOP
& PRESIDING BISHOP
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