Aloha our beloved parish ‘ohana,
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“The greatest hunger of the
Western world is loneliness.”
-- St. Theresa of Calcutta
A wise pastor once proclaimed that “Every yearning of the human heart, every longing to be loved … the desire to find someone to hold on to in this life is a reflection of the Holy Trinity: God the Creator, the Son, and the Holy Spirit." In other words, “being in relationship” is written into our DNA. We are not meant to be alone. This is why solitary confinement is such a horrific form of punishment. Indeed, how often is the shooter in a mass killing described by people as “a loner?" The psalmist once wrote “How wonderful, how beautiful, when brothers and sisters get along!"
(Psalm 133, The Message translation)
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We need places that bring us together; not just any place for any purpose—but places made holy by the presence of God’s spirit and the sharing of God’s grace.
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This next week we celebrate Thanksgiving Day. We hope you will join us for our noon luncheon and will bring others. Nothing is more profoundly human than breaking bread and talking-story with one another. That is, nothing makes us more human than this simple and needful act. This is one the main reasons our Community Meal ministry has grown so fast and become such an important part of our lives.
The people of the Bible—the ancient Hebrews, and Jesus and the early Christians—knew this too. They built the ritual and meaning of their lives around sacred meals. For us, that Thanksgiving meal—the very word is from the Greek, Eucharist—continues every weekend here and in places like it. In a fragmented world, with so much fast, lonely dining, can anything be more important?
Think about who might otherwise be eating alone on Thanksgiving day and bring them with you or tell them about our meal from noon-2 PM. Think about who needs fed not only in their belly, but in their heart and soul. There is a place at our table waiting for them and for you.
With gratitude for the bounty of God’s blessings lived through you,
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David
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Link to the readings for this Sunday:
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Last weekend we celebrated the lives of two beloved souls of our parish 'ohana:
Ruth Lee and Veronica Yadao.
On Saturday, a service for the celebration of Veronica's life was held at St. Columba's Church in Pa'auilo,
followed by a reception at the church
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Please send notes of sympathy to Veronica's family at: PO Box 1578, Hilo, HI 96721
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At a beautiful Celebration of Life for Veronica Yadao, offered in her memory on November 10th at St. Columba's, her laughter was heard and her Spirit felt as people shared memories with each other. A hui hou mana, Veron!
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A memorial service for the celebration for Ruth's life was held Friday on the beach in front of the Canoe Club at Kawaihae, followed by a paddle out to commit Ruth's ashes to the sea.
Notes of sympathy may be sent to her sister and brother-in-law, Vivienne and Ron Tooman, at P.O. Box 968, Kamuela, HI 96743.
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from Debi Brun
"I am extremely grateful to our Parish 'Ohana. It gives our family another place to call home. The trust and comfort we have in our priests, the guidance, and the many varied outreach programs to our community I've not found anywhere else. My greatest joy here, however, is the Godly Play Program, Sunday School that is set up for our keiki. "
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David, our rector, asked several members of our parish 'ohana to write a reflection on their experience of God's grace working in and through our parish. Do you have a reflection/experience of “Grace at work” in our parish ‘ohana or in the wider community? Don’t keep it to yourself. Share the grace! Please email it to
newsletter@stjameshawaii.org
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Pulling Together
Mahalo to all who have pledged for next year 2019! This week concludes our Fall Campaign. The Stewardship Committee will be starting phone calls to those who may have forgot to make their pledge. With pledges in, we now can start to finalize the budget for next year's mission and ministries. Mahalo for all the ways you help us pull together. You are an incredible parish 'ohana!
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The Voyage of the Dawn Treader and our Advent Journey
Wednesdays, December 5, 12, 19 • 5:30 – 7:30 PM
(note time)
• at St. James’
This Advent
as we prepare to celebrate the coming of Christ, let's explore the spiritual dimension of the Christian life, as presented by C. S. Lewis in one of the most beloved of the Chronicles of Narnia! In
The Voyage of the Dawn Treader,
spirituality is presented as an adventurous journey over the sea — seeking the home of Aslan, the Noble Lion (who represents Christ). Joining us via Skype from his home in Atlanta will be Christian author Carl McColman, whose book
The Lion, the Mouse and the Dawn Treader
unpacks how C. S. Lewis wove together Celtic mythology and the teachings of the Christian mystics to compose his charming sea adventure. As we journey through the season of Advent, come join in a lively discussion as we reflect on the wisdom of C. S. Lewis who shows us how faith can be an adventure — pointing us toward deeper union with God.
Because of the time zone difference, there are a few changes to this year’s Advent series offering. We’ll begin with potluck at 5:30 PM. At 6 PM, we’ll welcome our guest speaker, after which we will enjoy discussion over coffee and dessert. We will close with our evening prayers. Sign up below.
For now, you are invited to read C.S. Lewis’
The Voyage of the Dawn Treader
. In addition, you are invited to read Carl McColman’s book,
The Lion, the Mouse and the Dawn Treader
that he’ll be using for his discussions. Copies will soon be available at the parish office to borrow, and it is also available on Amazon for ebook readers. We are also planning for a "movie night" to view the film '
Voyage of the Dawn Treader'
on Wednesday, November 27, at the rectory (David and Bobby's home), gathering at 5:30 PM. All invited. Pizza will be provided!
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A little more about our special guest speaker:
Carl McColman
is a contemplative writer, speaker, retreat leader, catechist and spiritual companion. He is the author of several books, including
Befriending Silence
,
Answering the Contemplative Call
, and
The Big Book of Christian Mysticism
. He is a life-professed Lay Cistercian (a layperson under formal spiritual guidance of Cistercian monks) affiliated with the Trappist Monastery of the Holy Spirit in Conyers, Georgia. He also received formation in the practice of Christian spirituality and contemplative leadership through the Shalem Institute for Spiritual Formation. Carl and his wife, Fran, are part of the Adult Faith Formation team at St. Thomas More Catholic Church in Decatur GA where they work with adults who are preparing for baptism and confirmation.
Carl regularly leads retreats and speaks on the contemplative life at monasteries and retreat centers, cathedrals, parishes and seminaries. His ministry is ecumenical in scope, and he has also participated in a number of interfaith initiatives. He maintains a blog at Patheos (
www.patheos.com/blogs/carlmccolman
)
and is the co-host of a podcast,
Encountering Silence
(
www.encounteringsilence.com
)
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The Voyage of the Dawn Treader and Our Advent Journey
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LOCATION
St. James'
DATE AND TIME
12/05/18
5:30pm -
12/05/18
7:30pm
Advent program with Carl McColman, examining the Advent Journey through the writings of C.S. Lewis, December 5, 11, 19 from 5:30 to 7:30.
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Our Stalwart Volunteers getting everything prepared for the Bazaar on Saturday, November 17!
9 AM - 1 PM
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Mahalo to our Angels! Volunteers who helped get all ready and who volunteered on the day of our Christmas Bazaar, Saturday! Proceeds from the Bazaar go to support our Community Meal Ministry and part of the proceeds from the Thrift Store sales on Saturday go towards a scholarship at Waimea Country School. All good things!
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LOCATION
St. James'
DATE AND TIME
11/22/18
12:00pm -
11/22/18
2:00pm
Thanksgiving Day Community Pot Luck Luncheon
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A huge Happy Birthday to Joe who turned 16 on November 11th. We had a luscious vegan birthday torte provided by his mom Raina. 17 candles adorned his cake; 16 candles for every year and 1 candle to mark his 17th now embarking! Have a blessed year Joe!!!
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St. Columba's Study Group
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THE REAL GOD
How He Longs for You to See Him
by Chip Ingram
There is a deep sense of unease in our rapidly changing world. We all know something has been lost but don’t know why or where it all leads. Popular culture says it’s all about me – that the end justifies the means, that love means self-satisfaction, that status and appearance are what count. And this ultimately self-destructive perspective has thoroughly infiltrated the church as confusion replaces conviction. The way back, the path of hope, starts with knowing God for who He really is.
In this in-depth study of seven attributes of God – His goodness, sovereignty, holiness, wisdom, justice, love, and faithfulness – you’ll see Him in a whole new light. It will change the way you think about God, yourself, and others. You will pray and live with a deep peace and a renewed purpose as you see Him as He longs to be seen.
Please join us at St. Columba's in Pa'auilo on Wednesday evenings
from 5 to 7 PM ending on December 19th (no meeting on November 21)
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ring supper along with your desire to learn. Each session will begin with a DVD lesson, watched while we eat. Discussion and prayer will follow as we enjoy dessert and decaf coffee! Everyone is welcome and you do not need to be present at each lesson. Come and learn how God wants us to know Him!
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KAWAIHAE HARBOR, SATURDAY 5 PM
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NO BEACH MASS THIS SATURDAY,
November 17
due to Kawaihae Canoe Club Luau. Please plan to come and support the Canoe Club who so generously allow us to use their space for our Beach Mass services and come to one of the other services on Sunday.
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Peggy Rein, Patricia Eckstrom, Sarah, Leanne Baskin, Gloria Seiden, Narcisa Yagin, Menelio Balmilero, Nicole Anderson, Marlene Thees, Trevor, Carl Stanforth, Alan Ackerman, Brad Young, Monica Parker, Gladys Takeya, Gerry Goodenough, Monique Abbasi, Jack A, Isaac DeRego, James Knox Everett, Riley Furlong, Jerry Reyla, Debbie Gaines, Israel Kahoopii, Pedro Ka'awaloa, Eleanor, Nathan Lee, Ted Lindsey, Jane Cook & Family, Eleanor Mendias, Mark & Kay Segal, Maurice Cecil & Pukaua Summer Sommers, Betty Santorio, Cheyanna Lahnum, Jesse Osmun, Art-Andre (Petit) Dieme, Patrick OʻBrien, Pegi Young, Graham D. Kitchen, Helen Cronk, Shin Runkel, Mary Avery, Alex Ka'aua, the Reyes family, Paterno Balmilero, Jeff Morrell, Vicky Tagaca, Victor Wusstig, Maelle Wolf, Steven, Kaipo Young, Coe Atherton, Annette LaBonte, Pat Holiday, Nancy Davidson, Dr. Jill Fishback Chambers, Karen Sanchez, The Rev. Katherine Cunningham, Tony Abbott, Verna Chartrand, Elizabeth Babin McCarthy, Guy Piltz, Pricilla Bertleman, AnneMarie Kennedy, Bobbi Stewart , Greg Sliva, Katy Grainger, Eli Ching, Shawn & Stephanie, Michael Mangarin, Heidi Barnett, Caroline Babin Lopez, Rik Mangarin, Theresa Ka'aekuahiwi, Diane Feeney, Gael Burke ++
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If you would like to be added to the Prayer List or would like to add someone else (please get their permission first), call the parish office at 808-885-4923 or email at
prayer@stjameshawaii.org
by the Tuesday before you would like the name to appear in the bulletin. Please mention 'Prayer List' in the Subject line of the email to Jacque so that she knows it's not a spam email from someone she doesn't know personally.
Names will remain on the list for 4 weeks. You must then request to have the name added again.
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In the back of the church are note cards. Please take 5 to 10 cards and envelopes home with you. Use them to reach out to one another and those in the wider community.
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Please keep in your thoughts and prayers parishioners who are unable to be with us in worship. Please reach out to them and let them know they are missed.
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Gerry Goodenough
PO Box 988
Kamuela, HI 96743
Tepa Farias
PO Box 1152
Kamuela, HI 96743
Alexandra "Alex" Ka'au'a
Coe Atherton
c/o Tripper Atherton
Rev. Guy Piltz
Hale Ho'ola Hamakua
Attn: Guy Piltz, Room 111
45-547 Plumeria St, Honokaa, HI 96727
Theresa Kaaekuahiwi
PO Box 673
Kamuela, HI 96743
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Please keep the Yadao family and friends in your prayers at the death of Veronica Yadao. You may send notes of care to the family at: PO Box 1578, Hilo, HI 96721.
Please keep the family and friends of Ruth Lee in your prayers. You may send notes of care to the family at: Vivienne and Ron Tooman, at P.O. Box 968, Kamuela, HI 96743.
Please keep the family and friends of Jack Ignacio in your prayers. You may send notes of care to Rose Spencer at PO Box 81, Kamuela, HI 96743
Do you know of someone else to whom we could reach out?
Please get their permission first, then contact the parish office to have them added to the list.
email here
or telephone at 808-885-4923
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Birthdays:
Kainoa Bostock, Michael Brun, Ron Tooman, Ken Reeves, Georgia Labrador, Lori Cooke, Shari Harada-Peck, Iwalani Ka`aua, and Ray Rosa.
Remembrances:
Hank Davis and Eddie Spencer
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Lectors
Reading Scripture in Worship
Christian worship through the ages has always been deeply rooted in the words of Scripture found in the Holy Bible. The readings from both the Old and New Testaments as well as the Gospel play a central role in our corporate worship. Through the reading of scripture we are nurtured by the Word of God. We hear the old familiar story once again and the recounting of our salvation history serves to remind us that we are a part of something much bigger.
Readings from the Old Testament and the New Testament are each read by a lay person called a Lector. The Gospel is read by a clergy person. Scholar Jeffery Lee states that “Nothing stands between the proclamation of the gospel reading and its explication in the sermon. The sermon is an extension of a proclamation of the scripture readings just heard. Its purpose is a sacramental one: to uncover how the history of salvation recorded in the Bible is the story of our own lives – how our lives reveal God’s presence no less than the stories of Scripture.”
The ministry of a Lector is a gift to the worshipping community. As readers of God’s Word they have an essential and integral role in the liturgy. All those interested in becoming a Lector, please see Rev. Marnie or Rev. Linda who will coach you on reading scripture with clarity and expression as well as when and how to approach the lectern when a serving as a lector. Speak to one of them after service.
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from Susan Acacio,
Parish Youth Ministries Coordinator
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Laura Williams did a wonderful job telling the story of Jonah, the Backward. The keiki enjoyed the story so much, they took turns telling the story to each other. I was touched by the thoughtful answers the keiki had during the wondering questions.
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Mahalo to parishioner Barni Fisher for teaching the class and to several of our Aunties for assisting.
Adults are also welcome to attend.
Classes are held every Wednesday in the church from 3 - 4 PM, following After School Tutoring. Bring your ukulele. We also have ukuleles for you to borrow. Contact Susan Acacio for more information at
Youth@StJamesHawaii.org
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We had 12 keiki for our After School Tutoring this week and they stayed for Ukulele class and were joined by even more keiki and adults. Barni, Linda, Edith, and Nancy helped the keiki too.
We learned a new cord. D7. And we’re learning the song
You Are My Sunshine
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Next week we will begin learning a song that we will play and sing in worship.
Everybody practice! We still have room for more keiki and adults. Mahalo to our teacher Auntie Barni and our assistant teachers, Aunties Nancy, Linda, and Edie.
There will be no tutoring or ukulele next Wednesday as the keiki are out of school for Thanksgiving Break.
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After School Tutoring
Every Wednesday, in the Church from 1:30PM-3PM. Walking School Bus will meet at WES cafeteria @1:20PM to walk over to the church. If you are interested in helping with the tutoring or the snacks, please let Charlotte Crouch know by contacting her directly using your parish directory or via the parish office,
Office@StJamesHawaii.org
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Don't have a Parish Directory? Let us know in the Office and we will get you one ASAP.
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Upcoming Youth Events
Keiki Ukulele group began
Wednesday, November 7 in the Church from 3PM-4PM and will continue on Wednesdays after the After School Tutoring Program. We are looking for keiki ages 8 to 18 to learn Ukulele from the Aunties. Please register early. Space is limited to 20 keiki. Adults who want to learn to play or volunteer are always welcome.
Sundays: Godly Play
in the Spencer Building 8:55AM.
Nursery
in Small World Pre-School 8:30AM-10:30AM.
St. James' Christmas Bazaar - Saturday November 17
. We have started fundraising for youth summer camp next year. Look for our
See’s Candy
booth at the Christmas Bazaar. Makes wonderful Christmas gifts.
Mahalo
to our youth who will in charge of Keiki Games at the Bazaar!
Teen Tech Tutors - Sunday, December 2nd:
Kupuna
(Seniors):
Bring your iPhone, iPad, Android Phone or Tablet, e-Reader (Kindle or Nook), or laptop, Our Teen Tech Tutors will be available to assist you with your technology and Internet questions Sunday, December 2nd from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm in the Spencer Building.
For more information on our Programs,
to register, or to volunteer, please contact Susan Acacio 895-2086,
youth@stjameshawaii.org
I always welcome any suggestions, comments, ideas or prayers. Please feel free to contact me at any time with any questions, or to volunteer.
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Susan Acacio,
Youth Ministry Coordinator
(808) 895-2086
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Donations rerouted to Senior Center
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Holly Bell looks out for the senior center. This week Santa's bag is full of yarn.
Rerouting of donations to other organizations in need is just one of the beautiful aspects of the Thrift Store Ministry.
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Nina Disbro,
Thrift Store Ministry Coordinator
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from Steve Kittell, photos by Marnie Keator, Jaisy Jardine, and Eric Savage
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OH WHAT A NIGHT!!!!
HUGE CROWD IN THE DINING ROOM AT MANU CHRISTIAN OHANA!.....
The night revolved around Prince Dance Institute who brought a large group of hip hop dancers and singers to entertain us on the large Mana Stage. And with them came their parents and friends. It was a whole new group for us to serve and everyone seemed to have a great time.
Unlike most evenings when people come and go throughout the meal period, they came early and stayed throughout. During the show it was standing room only with at least 250 people there.
We ended up serving 291 meals in the dining room (an all time high) plus 73 deliveries for a grand total of 364. The meal consisted of Mushroom Chicken, salad, rice, roasted pumpkin, and an array of tasty desserts. Lead chef Jane Sherwood was assisted by Grace and our wonderful WOK CREW (Mel P, Everett, Stanley & John).
Our sponsor for this meal was Quality Builders who not only paid for the meal but also brought a good number of staff who hung in there for the entire meal. MAHALO NUI LOA TO QUALITY BUILDERS.
Once again, we prepped, cooked and served at Mana Christian Ohana......which was a huge logistical undertaking planned and carried out by Sue, assisted by Janice, Paul, Peter, David, Tim, Jaisy and many others.
Another major effort was the cleanup of not only the kitchen (Marci, Nancy, Harry) but also the whole dining area (Frankie, Peter, Eric and many others). It was a fantastic night and just makes us all so proud of this group of people who put on this Community Meal each week.
Next week is Thanksgiving Day when we will join our usual Church Thanksgiving Luncheon with Community Meal from 12noon to 2:00pm.
And then we return to our beautiful newly renovated kitchen.....we all cannot wait.
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Mahalo to our meal sponsor, “Quality Builders" and to Prince Dance Institute for the entertainment
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November 17: Christmas Bazaar
Need help with setting up food tent, sales, and clean up on the day of the event
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Need help with food prep Nov 15-16
November 22nd: THANKSGIVING COMMUNITY Potluck LUNCHEON
We are joining with St. James' for a Thanksgiving lunch in the Pavilion 12-2 p.m.
Sign up to bring a dish for the potluck. Check the list at your church service.
For more information on any of these dates and events, or if you are interested in helping in any or all of the above, please contact Sue Dela Cruz at:
eat@stjameshawaii.org
or 498-7383.
Smiles, Sue
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Sue dela Cruz
Community Meal Ministry Coordinator
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from Marci Yardley
ST. JAMES’ KITCHEN REFURBISHMENT
UPDATE
Hard to imagine that well over a year ago preliminary planning to refurbish our St. James’ kitchen began with initial drawing done by Kae Elledge, architect, and final layout by Denise Ray, interior designer. Kae and Denise, both St. James’ members, volunteered their valuable time and expertise. For this we are most appreciative. Thank you.
To keep all informed, a number of scheduled parish forums were scheduled with eventual green light from your vestry. At this point, suppliers and sub-contractors were lined up along with lots of prayers that this project would move along smoothly.
To our parish ‘ohana, thank you for your patience through this entire process in achieving a functional and beautiful kitchen.
Special thanks go out to Bill and Lynn White, Malu Lindsey, Sheri Mariscal, Clara Toma, Steve Kittell and Father David.
To Hana Cook, Malu Lindsey, Jasen Doi and Pegi Benson/HPM Building Supply, Eric and Ryan/Hanai Brothers Plumbing, LLC, Chris Soares/CS Electric, Stone Solutions, Neal Kadooka/Hawaii Gas – a huge
MAHALO
for your excellent advice, work, work ethics and joint effort in completing this project on time.
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Volunteer Opportunities and Community Needs
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Painter Needed
Our sign needs a fresh coat of paint. Especially the green background and the white letters. Who would be willing to take on this project?
Our sign is on the front line of our reaching out to passerbys. Please help make it shine again!
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The holidays are approaching! Can you help by donating your Foodland coupons for the Community Meal?
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Monthly Women's Bible Study
The Women’s Bible Study meets next on Friday, December 7, in the Church from 10-12. We are making an in depth study of Mary, the mother of Jesus. All women are welcome. Bring your friends!
Education for Ministry - EfM
Meets August through November, Tuesdays at 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM at St. James'. Registration required. New program participants can sign up beginning in November for the study year beginning in January. For additional information about the program
CLICK HERE
Noon Bible Study
at the Piltz's Home in Kanehoa subdivision
Bible study will be on hiatus for the immediate future. We are all praying for our study leader, Guy's, speedy and complete recovery.
Scripture Readings for this Sunday
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Presiding Bishop Curry's On-line Bible Study
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Bishop's Bible Study
The Most Reverend Michael Curry, the Presiding Bishop of the Episcopal Church, will be with us in the Diocese of Hawaiʻi on March 22-24, 2019. Please mark your calendars particularly for Friday...
Read more
www.episcopalhawaii.org
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"Our job is to love others without stopping to inquire whether or not they are worthy"
~Thomas Merton
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We must always remember that our calling is to love and worship God above all else. When we are true to this purpose, we will see transformation in our own lives, and in the lives of those with whom we come into contact.
An Episcopal Monastery in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
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A Prayer for the End of Day
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"For the quiet that surrounds me and your promise of peace deep within me, for the stillness of sleep for my body and the hope of healing for my soul, thanks be to you, O God."
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Celtic Benediction
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CLICK HERE
to read the approved minutes from the July vestry meeting.
CLICK HERE
to read the approved minutes from the August vestry meeting.
The next vestry meeting is scheduled for Monday, November 26 at 10 AM in the Parish Office. All are welcome to attend.
We will elect new vestry members at our Annual Parish Meeting in January. Please prayerfully consider serving in this ministry.
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Midweek Worship
Every Wednesday
Morning Prayer, 9 AM
Every Wednesday, at 9 AM in St. James' church, we offer the service of Morning Prayer. This is a beautiful way to begin one's day. The service of Morning Prayer, also known as Matins, is one of the two main Daily Offices in the Episcopal church. One of the beautiful aspects of Morning and Evening Prayer is that as you pray the office you are praying it with thousands of people around the world who are also engaged in these same or similar prayers. In addition, during the service, we will be incorporating the reading of the names on our parish prayer list. Please come and join us in prayer.
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If you are already baptized, and desire to make this parish 'ohana your parish 'ohana, then do not hesitate to contact David+, our rector, or any of our clergy, if you have questions about becoming a member of our parish.
"Therefore welcome one another as Christ has welcomed you, for the glory of God."
Romans 15:7
The next "Welcome Weekend" is scheduled for December 1 & 2. We will recognize and celebrate those who have recently asked to be recorded as members and those making the decision on that day.
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Up-coming Parish Events at a Glance
Thrift Store Christmas Store Opens
Saturdays, November 3 running through December 22
Parish Christmas Bazaar
Saturday, November 17
9 AM - 1 PM
Thanksgiving Potluck Lunch
Thursday, November 22 St. James’ Noon to 2 PM
Teen Tech
Teens assist Seniors with electronics and social media - Kupuna bring your smart phones, I-pads, e-readers and other tech. Sunday
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December 2nd from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm in the Spencer Building.
Future dates
: Sunday, December 2nd.
Welcome Weekend
Saturday, December 1 and Sunday December 2, we recognize and celebrate those who have recently asked to be recorded as new members of the parish. Talk to anyone of our clergy to learn about being welcomed as official member of our parish 'ohana.
Advent Evensong & Study at St. James', Waimea
Wednesdays, December 5, 12, & 19
5:30 - 7:30 PM (Potluck Soup & Salad dinner)
Advent Study at St. Columba's, Pa'auilo
Tuesdays, November 28, December 4, 11, & 18
5 - 7 PM (Bring your supper with you)
Thrift Store Ministry Volunteer Party at Anna's Ranch
Sunday, December 9
Noon - 2 PM
Ordination of Jazzy Bostock to the Priesthood
December 22, 10 AM at St. Peter’s Church, Honolulu.
NOTE: If you cannot attend, Jazzy will be with us at the Beach Mass and St. James' on the weekend after Christmas. She will be preaching and officiating at all three services.
Greening of the Churches
December 22, in the morning at both St. James’ and St. Columba’s.
Christmas Eve,
December 24,
At St. James':
5 PM
Christmas Pageant & Carols 5 PM
7:30 PM
Christ-Mass by Candlelight with choir, carols, hula, and Christmas message.
At St. Columba's':
5 PM
Christ-Mass by Candlelight with carols and Christmas message.
Christmas Day,
December 25
At St. James':
9 AM
December 25 A Blessed Christmas Morn Holy Eucharist with favorite carols, accompanied by trumpet and soloist 9 AM
One Starry Night Children's Program
January 4, 5 to 7 PM
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This year's Christmas catalog is here, and we're excited for you to see all of the life-changing gifts!
For example, when you give
Care for Moms & Newborns
, you're helping a mother and her child stay healthy. When you give a
Goat
, you're illuminating a path to sustainable nourishment. And when you introduce someone to the power of
Savings and Loan Groups
, you're helping them achieve financial security.
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Quick Links to Diocese Information
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What's going on in the Neighborhood?
The Waimea Community Association maintains a comprehensive calendar of civic and social events in Waimea.
CLICK HERE
to check out what is happening, where and when in our area.
Tutu's House offers many free or low cost activities. Their calendar is
HERE
What's on at the Kahilu? Check
HERE
The Waikoloa Village Association publishes a monthly newsletter covering events in Waikoloa.
CLICK HERE
for the current issue of The Breeze.
Waikoloa Beach Resort has a monthly calendar of free and for fee events.
CLICK HERE
for the current issue.
The Shops at Mauna Lani Resort’s Calendar of Events is
HERE
And Konaweb publishes an Islandwide calendar
HERE
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St. James' Episcopal Church, 65-1237 Kawaihae Road, Kamuela (Waimea), HI 96743|
P.O. Box 278
Kamuela, HI 96743-0278
Office: 808-885-4923
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