In our parish, we pray for Kelly, Hanohano, Chris, Lola, Sylvia, Lora V., Heather, Ronnie, Wayne, Coco, June, Beverly, Susan, Cindy, Thalia T., David, Sofia,

Beverly, Yuri, Olga,and Erwin, for all who have COVID-19, caregivers, and those facing unemployment. We pray for the well-being of children in detention centers.

Saturdays: 9am-12pm

Wednesdays: 10am-2pm

Click here to visit the Thrift Shop webpage

At the vestry meeting on Aug 17, the parish treasurer, on behalf of the Outreach Committee, put forward a proposal to expend $5500 to community organizations that Holy Nativity knows well and has supported for several years. Though all were supportive of the initial plan, someone asked whether, as we are doing well with our finances right now, might be able to do even more??" This member suggested a $2000 increase in the total amount of the gift; the motion passed unanimously. With joy and continuing commitment to the commandment to "love our neighbors as ourselves," we announce the following gifts:

$2000 -- Angel Network Food Ministry,

Calvary-by-the-Sea Church in Aina Haina (ELCA)

$2000 -- Pacific Justice and Reconciliation Center in Honolulu (Prison Ministry)

$3500 --Family Promise of Hawaii

Providing resources for those moving from shelters to more permanent housing

Mahalo to our vestry AND to those in our congregation who continue to give to support this work!

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Dear HNC,

Last Sunday, I offered some teaching about the way our first (Hebrew Scripture) lesson is chosen for each week during the long season of Pentecost (that runs from June through November). A few of you have been interested to know more.

For those who weren't able to be with us that day, I explained that there are two "tracks" we choose between in this season. One is a set of passages that match the theme of the Gospel passage appointed for the day (from Matthew, Mark, Luke or John). The second offers us a "deeper dive" into one of the three main sections of Hebrew Scriptures: (1) the Torah, the first five books of the Bible, beginning with Genesis, (2) the Prophets (Isaiah, Jeremiah, and others), and (3) the history of the people of Israel. This year, we are using that second track. Since Pentecost began, we have heard the stories of the people of Israel during the reigns of King Saul, David, and Solomon. In each of them, we find stories of real people, situations, ethical and theological questions.

To learn more, click on the link on the left side of the Banyan Tree that reads, "Please visit the Lectionary Page." There you will find all of the lessons appointed for us on Sundays, as well as art, prayers, and links that offer more information. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to be in touch with me at hncrector@gmail.com. The lessons in our Bible offer us a lifetime of inquiry and interest. Do dive right in! ---Rev. Libby+

In advance of the 9th Annual Great Pumpkin Festival (October 23) and Flick-or-Treat Drive-In Movie Weekend (October 21-24), T-shirts are available for purchase. Click here to buy your Pumpkin Festival Shirts!  This is a great way to share your school spirit all year long! Pre-order your shirts today; orders are due by Friday September 3.

California Pizza Kitchen's "Pizza with a Purpose" fundraiser  is scheduled for Tuesday, September 7. Holy Nativity School receives 20% of all purchases that day - dine-in or take-out from the Kahala Mall location, catering, and online orders at CPK.com! So order lunch for your office and take the night off of cooking. Thank you and happy dining!

IMPORTANT NOTE: You must show the flyer below on paper or on your phone for HNS to benefit. We will print out copies and have them available at church and in the church office.

During this current COVID surge we need to make some changes to worship that we hope will be temporary, but are very important. Everyone will be masked during worship services. Those receiving the Sacrament will please return to your seats before consuming it. We will limit singing and suspend coffee hour. Be assured that we will return to more relaxed practices just as soon as we are safely able to do so.

Mahalo for your kokua and prayers!

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