Hawaiian Church Chronicle Supplement

November 30, 2023

Editor's Note: The Hawaiian Church Chronicle is released on the second and fourth Thursdays of the month, but every so often, the dates align to create a 3-week gap between issues. This Chronicle Supplement is an abbreviated version of the Chronicle, to help fill that gap with time-sensitive information and announcements.

The First Sunday of Advent (December 2)

Almighty God, give us grace to cast away the works of darkness, and put on the armor of light, now in the time of this mortal life in which your Son Jesus Christ came to visit us in great humility; that in the last day, when he shall come again in his glorious majesty to judge both the living and the dead, we may rise to the life immortal; through him who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

DSC HOLIDAY CLOSURE: Please make note that the Diocesan Support Center will be closed December 22-26, 2023. Bishop Bob and Canon Sandy will be available for emergencies.

Be sure to stay informed with the Bishop's latest messages by clicking on the button shown. All video messages also appear on the Dioceseʻs YouTube Channel and Facebook page.

WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE DIOCESE

Visit the Diocese's Calendar page HERE for Diocesan events & activities.

Hurry! Deadline to Pre-order is this Friday!

Holy Innocents Mural Poster: Pre-Order by December 8!

While the building and the contents of Holy Innocents Church may have been destroyed by the Maui wildfires, some of the beautiful artwork that was a part of the worship space continues to be remembered. The Diocese is now making available prints of artist DeLos Blackmar's Hawaiian Madonna and Christ Child mural that graced the wall behind the altar of the church. Pre-orders are now being accepted through Friday, December 8, 4:00 PM. This print will be 36"x12" on archival matte paper, and will be offered at cost for approimately $33 each plus shipping. Place your pre-order HERE or click on the button below.

PRE-ORDER POSTER HERE

They are going fast!!!

Now Available for Purchase: Holy Innocents Notecard Set

The set of 4 notecards with artwork and artifacts of Holy Innocents that made its appearance at Convention 55, is now available for purchase. The 4.24" x 5.5" notecards with envelopes feature artwork from the mural, altar, and pulpit of Holy Innocents, and one with a photo of the rooftop cross that survived the fire. The set is only $5 plus shipping. All profits will go towards Maui wildfire relief. To save on shipping costs, consider bundling your order with others, or arrange to pick them up at the Diocesan Support Center.

ORDER NOTECARD SET HERE

This Sunday! At The Cathedral: Choral Evensong

Register Early!

Annual Clergy Retreat Coming Up

All clergy in the Diocese are invited to attend the annual Clergy Retreat, taking place January 29-31, 2024, at Camp Mokulē'ia. Bishop Bob leads this year's clergy retreat in "Examining the Examen" – the Ignatian process of reviewing our actions in the presence of God. Because lodging is limited, be sure to register early to ensure a spot. Airfare for neighbor island clergy will be covered. For more information, visit the event webpage HERE, or contact Canon Sandy.

Free Advent Resources Available

The Season of Advent begins on Sunday, December 2, and The Episcopal Church has a wide variety of free Advent resources available for downloading. Visit their website HERE, where you will find links to customizable videos (this is NEW!), calenders, curriculum, bulletin inserts, lectionary readings, daily meditations, and much more for all ages and all tastes!

2024 FORMA - January 22-25, 2024, Virtual watch parties TBA

2024 Clergy Retreat - January 29-31, 2024, Camp Mokulēʻia, O'ahu

2024 Vestry Orientation (New or not!) - February 10, 2024 (Virtual)

2024 Spring Training - March 23, 2024, The Cathedral of St. Andrew, O'ahu

Visit the Diocese's Community Calendar page HERE for ongoing activities in your neighborhood.

LAY POSITION OPENINGS

(Visit the Diocesan website HERE for more information.)

OʻAHU: The Cathedral of St. Andrew - Seeking Volunteer Docents
OʻAHU: St. Stephen's Church, Wahiawa - Organist (Part-time)
HAWAI'I ISLAND: Holy Apostles - Minister of Music (Part-time)

Do you have a question? Contact us at (808) 536-7776

The Diocesan Support Center (DSC) staff is ready to help answer your questions. Some of the most common topics are listed along with the person to contact. Click on the linked name to send an email.

BISHOP (meeting with): Nani (ext. 302)

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Congregational Membership: Sandy (ext. 309)

Diocesan Portfolio/Investments: Sam (ext. 306)

Hiring/Human Resources: Rae (ext. 326)

Monthly Statement: Fatima (ext. 307)