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Join us for
HOLY EUCHARIST
December 10, 2023 at 7:00am & 9:00am
Second Sunday of Advent
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LOOKING AHEAD
December 17 - Third Sunday of Advent
December 24 - Fourth Sunday of Advent (9:00 am only)
December 24 - Christmas Eve (5:30 pm)
December 25 - Christmas Day (9:00 am only)
December 31 - First Sunday after Christmas
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Dear St. Augustine's 'ohana,
This Sunday, we mark second Sunday of Advent. This season of waiting brings to mind the many different ways in which we mark time in everyday life.
Whether we are standing in line at the grocery store or post office, waiting for a phone call, or expecting test results from the doctor, waiting can test our patience. Waiting does not always feel peaceful!
In this season, we are reminded of a different kind of waiting: an active waiting in faith. Faithful waiting means engaging our minds and spirits to watch for God in all circumstances, even those that might test our patience.
When we practice faithful waiting, we might be surprised what we'll notice in the grocery store, post office, or even in Costco! (Check out the story about finding God in Costco from last week's sermon.) Faithful waiting brings PEACE to our hearts as we seek (and find!) God in our midst.
This Sunday, we will focus on PEACE as we light the second candle of our Advent wreath. We will open our hearts to the peace already present in us, asking God to help us find it. We will stand together quietly to think about and feel peace, inviting peace into our lives and into the world.
Blessings,
Vicar Jennifer
P.S., I invite you to use this Advent calendar as a guide through each day of the season.
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THANK YOU FOR ALL YOU DO | |
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Donna Oba & Bob Morrison for cleaning the church and providing flowers this week.
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Michelle White for serving as lay reader last Sunday.
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Jeannette Hensel for providing the beautiful wreaths for the season of Advent.
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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, John & Cori Lorenzo, Ennis Gibbs, Johnelle Kainoa, Marianne Eaton, the Schmidt Family, the Wood Family, Tom Leonard, Linda Leonard Powell, David Peter Franco, Erin Manuel, George Webb Jr., all the people of Maui, Church of the Holy Innocents in Maui and Vicar Bruce & Sylvia DeGooyer, Arcadio & Filomena Badua, Presiding Bishop Michael Curry, Lisa Andrews, Guy Kaoo, Koa Paulo, Tula Brickel, Becky & Ludwig Simmet, Reni Aʻi aʻi Bello, Kaikoa-Aina Brown, Karen Miller, 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, December 12 at 5:00 pm to sing through the hymns for the following Sunday. All are welcome!
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UPCOMING EVENTS
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Fridays December 15 and 22 - Bell Ringing at Takata Store for Salvation Army - Available shifts are 8 to 10am, 10am to 12pm, 12 to 2pm, 2 to 4pm, and 4 to 6pm. Sign up in Walker Hall!
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Saturday, December 9 - Poinsettia Sale pick up, 9:00 to 11:00 am at Walker Hall.
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Sunday, December 10 - Ecumenical Christmas Party hosted by St. Augustine's, 5:00 to 8:00 pm, St. Damien Hall, Sacred Heart Church. Please bring canned goods for Sacred Heart's food pantry.
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Saturday, December 16 - Memorial service for Benny Raymond. 9:00 am visitation and 10:30 am service at St. Augustine's, 11:15 burial at the County Cemetery in Hawi, 12:00 pm reception.
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Sunday, December 24 - Christmas Eve candlelight service at 5:30 pm.
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Monday, December 25 - Christmas Day service at 9:00 am.
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Sunday, January 7 - Mini concert at 5:30 pm at St. Augustine's featuring music for two flutes and piano. Potluck afterward in Walker Hall.
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KEIKI GIVING SPREE FUN!
What a fun weekend and wonderful way to start the Advent Season... in joyful community & with hearts full of wonder (and bellies full of cookies!). Mahalo to everyone who came out for the Keiki Giving Spree.
Volunteers helped keiki shop and then wrap gifts for their grown-ups. It was sweet to see the excitement on their faces after picking the perfect gift and it was lovely to see the adults sit together in community on the Walker Hall lanai enjoying refreshments and talking story.
Mahalo to Kathy Matsuda for organizing the event and everyone on the volunteer team of shoppers and wrappers! For more photos and to add your photos, visit our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/kapaauHI
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GODLY PLAY ADVENT
Our Sunday School team began the Advent Godly Play lessons last Sunday, with Kathy Webb telling the story of Advent 1. You can find a video of this week's story here on Youtube.
Sunday school is held every Sunday during the 9:00am service and open to all keiki ages 3-10. Hope to see you there!
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MUSIC AT ST. AUGUSTINE'S: UNCLE FRANK PALANI CIPRIANI
On Sunday, December 3, Uncle Frank treated us to a wonderful mini concert of jazz and swing standards, complete with stories! He even took requests from the audience! Mahalo to Uncle Frank and to all who attended the concert and potluck!
The next mini concert is Sunday, January 7 at 5:30 pm with Wendy Hindley (flute), Vicar Jennifer (flute), and Kirk Corey (piano) playing a half hour of music for two flutes and piano by Madeleine Dring (1923-1977) and Franz Doppler (1821-1883). Potluck to follow in Walker Hall.
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THE ECUMENICAL CHRISTMAS PARTY IS THIS SUNDAY!
St. Augustine's is excited to be hosting this year's Ecumenical Christmas Party on December 10 from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Sacred Heart's St. Damien Hall.
This is a wonderful chance for all of the Kohala churches to come together to celebrate the season. As always, the evening will feature an 'ono potluck and fun lineup of entertainment.
If you'd like to volunteer, please contact Kathy Matsuda for details. See you there!
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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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CHRISTMAS CARDS—CREATION CARE FOR ADVENT
If you send Christmas cards, consider plantable cards. When the biodegradable paper is planted in a pot of soil, the seeds will grow and eventually the paper will decompose. (Available on Etsy.)
Other card possibilities? Make your own using the art from cards you received last year. Remember to avoid cards with glitter (more plastic that can’t be recycled). And you can always email your holiday greetings!
Mahalo to the Episcopal Church in Colorado for this week's Creation Care tip!
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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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