Bishop Bob will be out of the office from Friday, July 1, and returning on Tuesday, August 30, 2022. In his absence, you may contact the Diocesan Support Center at (808) 536-7776.

The following are important updates regarding the 54th Annual Meeting of Convention of the Episcopal Diocese of Hawai'i, coming up October 21 & 22, 2022. All clergy, delegates, wardens, administators and lay leaders should pay particular attention:

If you have any questions, please contact Rae Costa by email HERE, or call (808) 536-7776, extension 326. To visit the Convention 54 webpage for all information regarding this year's gathering, click HERE.

Centered is a discipleship series designed for small, gathered communities of church members, neighbors, and friends seeking to intentionally center their lives on Jesus and his way of love. The series, which will be available in English, Spanish, and French, includes three facilitator training sessions and nine small-group sessions that explore questions about God and belonging. For more information about Centered, visit the Episcopal Church website HERE or to view a video trailer, click HERE.

The United Thank Offering (UTO) Board is pleased to announce the availability of its 2023 UTO Annual Grants, with a focus on the worldwide incarceration crisis. These grants are awarded for projects in The Episcopal Church and throughout the Anglican Communion, each year with a different focus.

Grant application deadlines are 5:00 PM ET, January 6, 2023, for Anglican Communion partners, and 5:00 PM ET, March 10, for dioceses of The Episcopal Church. More information—including criteria for applicants, sample budgets and timelines, and helpful hints—as well as application and other forms are available online in English and Spanish.

All Episcopal women are invited to attend the Daughters of the King "Body, Mind, & Spirit" Retreat being held on Saturday, September 10, 2022, at the Parish of St. Clement. The day will begin at 9:00 AM. Cost is only $10, or bring a friend for a discounted rate of $15 for two!! St. Clement's is located at 1515 Wilder Avenue in Honolulu. To download the informational flyer, click HERE, or to register, click HERE.

Once again we gathered together celebrating God's love among us and God's creation at Camp Mokulē'ia, continuing the tradition that was started on August 15, 2003. It was a time of food, fun, fellowship, talking story, playing ukulele, hula, karaoke, board games, fishing, camping, worshiping God and enjoying the beach. The sound of the ocean waves rocked us to sleep each night. God is good in so many ways. Camp Mokulē'ia, we love you and we will be back again next year. (Photos and story Contributed by Epiphany)

Prior to the pandemic, Queen Lili'uokalani's birthday was commemorated each year at the Soldier's Chapel in Schofield Barracks (see Chronicle article, September 3, 2019). This year, the celebration resumes on Thursday, September 1, 2022, at 10:00 AM. All are invited to attend this special service that is hosted by St. Stephen's Episcopal Church, 'Iolani Guild, and the Pacific Justice and Reconciliation Center, with support from the Schofield Garrison and Army Chaplains. In 1913, the Queen raised money for the construction of the Chapel, the first church on the post. It housed a bell donated by the 5th U.S. Cavalry Regiment in 1912. It’s unclear why the Queen chose to give the church to soldiers who were from the country that played a role in her overthrow, but most believe it was an example of her generosity and ability to forgive. For more information on the event, download the flyer HERE.

The Project Vision Hi'ehi'e Mobile Hot Showers has returned to All Saints' Episcopal Church in full force, joining hands with other community organizations to serve those in need. All Saints' members help by making packaged lunches, and more recently have added a tent with gently used clothing for patrons. To read a recent article about this program by the Garden Island Newspaper, click HERE. (Photo by S. Nishioka)

Maui folks got a treat with a visit by the Rev. Dr. Mark Jefferson, who was back in the islands to conduct mini-Clergy Retreats around the Diocese. He also participated in Sunday services at a few lucky churches! Pictured are the Maui clergy with Dr. Jefferson. He'll be heading to Kaua'i this weekend. Look for an expanded feature article about his visit in an upcoming issue of the Chronicle.

St. John's Kula will be hosting their hugely popular 38th Annual Kula Festival on Saturday, September 17, 2022, from 9:00 AM-4:00 PM. Highlights of this year's upcountry tradition will include live entertainment hosted by Mana'o Radio featuring Maui's top artists, hālaus, school bands (including Seabury Hall), and more! There will be lots of ono local food, crafters, silent auction, gift shop, quilt show, Farmer's Market, and an expanded Kids' Zone. Admission is $1 (children under 12 free), and parking is free. St. John's is located at 8992 Kula Highway across from Keokeo Park. For more information, visit their website HERE.

St. James' Episcopal Church recently held two dog adoption fairs to help Rainbow Friends find new adoptive or foster homes for the approximately 40 canines in the closing Waimea Shelter. Along with some snuggly friends, they accepted donations of pet food, leashes, collars, kennels and other supplies, while those who donated to the shelter's moving fund received a matching gift certificate to their thrift store. (Photos from the St. James' Facebook page)

[8/23/22] Next week, when the World Council of Churches hosts its 11th Assembly, described as “the most diverse Christian gathering of its size in the world,” delegates from The Episcopal Church will be there to represent the church, including newly elected House of Deputies President Julia Ayala Harris. READ MORE