The Coming Week
at Holy Nativity
Worship this Sunday,
The Last Sunday
after Pentecost
Christ the King
Wednesday, November 27
Thursday, November 28
Centering
Prayer (4pm) Chapel
Worship the
following Sunday,
December 1, 2019
The First Sunday
of Advent
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Serving this Sunday
(November 24)
The Last Sunday
after Pentecost
Christ the King
Celebrant:
The Rev'd Christopher Bridges
Preacher:
The Rev'd Christopher Bridges
Server/Eucharistic Minister:
Lila Johnson
Lectors: Bob Steele & Kim Garner
Acolyte: Lila Johnson
Prayers of the People: Jean Steele
Usher: Austin Nakoa
Altar Guild: Delia Moore's Team
Serving next Sunday
(December 1)
The First Sunday
of Advent
9am Eucharist
Celebrant:
The Rev'd Christopher Bridges
Preacher:
The Rev'd Christopher Bridges
Server/Eucharistic Minister:
Stanley Yon
Lectors: Ed Moore & Alison Kittle
Acolyte: Stanley Yon
Prayers of the People: Lorraine Mau
Usher: Austin Nakoa
Altar Guild: Nina Livingston's Team
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Interim Rector
The Rev. George Clifford
hncinterim@gmail.com
Curate
The Rev. Christopher Bridges
hnccurate@gmail.com
The Vestry
Sr. Warden:
Austin Nakoa
Jr. Warden:
Eva Eglinton
Treasurer: Jean Steele
Clerk: Nancy Thomas
Members at Large: Lila Johnson, Justin Donahue, Nina Livingston, Joe Kindrich, Rich Miller, Ed Moore, Jeff Taylor, Wyn Aubrey-Child, Ken Zitz
Rector Search Committee Chair: Bob Steele
Office Hours
hncparish@gmail.com
www.holynativityhawaii.org
Parish Bookkeeper
hncoperationsmanager@gmail.com
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Prayer List
Lora V. Lora M. Frank, Rita, Wayne, Dorie, Victoria, Sandee, Ronny, Elsie Chings Family, Sylvia, Blake, Bruce, Helen, Wes, Terri
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We are posting a day by day meditation from Forward Movement. This is a great way to start your day with prayer. Please consider clicking on the website above.
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Interim Head of School
Jeanne Wilks
Rooted in the Episcopal tradition, Holy Nativity School is dedicated to excellence in education within a small and personalized environment. Built upon principles of respect and inclusion, Holy Nativity School values each child's individuality as it develops principled citizens who recognize their role in the local and global community.
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Holy Nativity Thrift Shop
(808) 373-3744
Wednesdays and Fridays
9 am - 3 pm
Click here to visit the Thrift Shop webpage.
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THE BOOK OF COMMON PRAYER
Why do we pray for the dead?
We pray for them, because we still hold them in our love, and because we trust that in God's presence those who have chosen to serve him will grow in his love, until they see him as he is. page 862
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A Reflection from Holy Nativity School Principal
Our Christian identity as a school directly benefits our children--your children--in several ways. Most importantly, it gives a regular opportunity for even the youngest child to ask big, wondering questions and develop a sense of security in a world that aims towards love and justice. It allows them to learn that our efforts may fall short, but chances are infinite to do better. One popular story in chapel tells of how the disciple Peter is being chastised by Jesus in almost all of his appearances in the Bible, but that it is Peter whom Jesus deems the rock on whom His church should be built.
I especially like the Episcopal Church's focus on scripture, tradition, and reason, emphasizing the peace that passes all understanding that faith can bring, while acknowledging that, at it's deepest, that faith is both numinous and beyond explanation.
The Episcopal Church was invited to Hawaii by Kamehameha IV and Queen Emma, who found a great comfort and kinship with this very English form of worship that they found dignified, with words and forms to explain and contextualize the existential crises and questions that come to all. The respect and care that both these remarkable people brought to their people is a story worth telling over and over. Chapels, as well as 4th and 8th grade history lessons, bring the pair close to our students. The monarchs' belief illuminates Hawaii's rich history and inspires us, over 150 years later, with our own love of our place.
As an Episocopal school, we honor our heritage with reverence, and look with warmth and respect at different beliefs. We use Godly Play, which tells Bible stories and allows children to share and wonder. You are always welcome to join us. (See the listing at the end of this article for days and times for your child's class).
This year, I invite you with great joy to our Advent program, "A Gift For You," on Friday, December 13 at 9:00. Our focus is on the children being both participants and audience as all classes share in songs and ideas to honor this season (the four Sundays preceding Christmas) that helps us fully appreciate the Holy Nativity to come. We are grateful to the members of the 6th grade class whom agreed to take the parts of shepherds, king, and Mary, and to design the cover of the programs. The 7/8 graders frame this story, and all classes have worked with their teachers to bring this musical "gift to you.". Special thanks to Dr. Cat, whose musical support has been tireless and artful.
The PTO will offer families opportunities to celebrate together. You will be receiving information soon. Holidays are so hectic (what happened to Thanksgiving?) but I hope you'll join us on December 13, in the have.
If you have any questions about our religion program, don't hesitate to ask me! Having taught in both religious and secular schools, I am happy to listen and talk.
With faith and thanksgiving,
Jyo
We are still collecting food for the Food Bank! Mahalo for your generosity!
Thanksgiving chapel, hosted by the 5th grade is next Wednesday at 8:05.
Weekly grade level chapels are on Monday (grades 4-8 at 8:10; grades 1-3 at 8:30) and Thursday (preK and K at 8:10) in Monteiro chapel. Come!
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December 8th Honolulu Marathon Sunday
It is that time of the year again. The Honolulu Marathon will be on Sunday December 8
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Because of this event our service time will change to an evening service at 5pm. The Happy Kitchen Team will be hosting a soup and sandwich supper after the service. If you have any questions please contact Fr. Chris or Mrs. Chandi.
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Holy Nativity School Advent Program
Please come and join the students of Holy Nativity School on December 13, 2019 at 9am in the Holy Nativity Church. For more information please contact the school office.
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JOINT SCHOOL AND CHURCH FOOD DRIVE FOR THE FOOD BANK.
THIS YEAR, AS PART OF OUR OUTREACH PROGRAM, THE CHURCH IS JOINING WITH THE SCHOOL IN THEIR ANNUAL FOOD DRIVE FOR THE FOOD BANK.
WE WILL BE COLLECTING NON-PERISHABLES BETWEEN THE 12th OF NOVEMBER AND THE 27th OF NOVEMBER. PLEASE BRING THEM TO THE CHURCH OR THE SCHOOL OFFICE.
ON THE MORNING OF THE 27th (THE DAY BEFORE THANKSGIVING,) THE SCHOOL HAVE A SERVICE IN THE CHURCH TO BLESS ALL THE OFFERINGS THAT HAVE COME IN. THEN THEY WILL BE TAKEN TO THE FOOD BANK. EVERY ONE IS WELCOME AT THAT SERVICE.
PLEASE CONTRIBUTE TO THIS DRIVE AND IF POSSIBLE COME TO THE SERVICE THAT BEGINS AT 8:10 am ON WEDNESDAY THE 27th. OF NOVEMBER.
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Christmas Services at Holy Nativity
Please come and join us for our Christmas Services
- Lessons and Carols on December 24, 2019 at 6:30pm
- Christmas Eve Eucharist December 24, 2019 at 8pm
- Christmas Day Eucharist December 25, 2019 at 9pm
For more information please see Fr. Chris
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In the 1930's the (national) General Convention of the Episcopal Church launched the Forward Day by Day Movement, producing booklets, to be used each day, to provide guidance for prayer and study. Many people start their day with these booklets, while others turn to them as a break from a busy day or before sleeping at night. The Church of the Holy Nativity subscribes to this program, but recently some have missed seeing the booklets. Alas, we failed to resubscribe on time, so those relying on these materials have been disappointed. Good news: our subscription has now been renewed and both small and large-print copies are now available again. Please see Jean Steele for more information
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