Congratulations Reverends Castro Pasalo!

Congratulations to Reverends Ernesto "JaR" and Annalise Castro Pasalo, who were married at the Cathedral of St. Andrew on Wednesday, June 14, 2017.  Bishop Robert Fitzpatrick officiated.

The two, who met at St. Peter's Episcopal Church in Honolulu while attending the University of Hawai'i, also answered the call to priesthood after graduation and received their Master of Divinity degrees from Virginia Theological Seminary a year apart. Rev. Ernesto was ordained in January of 2016, and currently serves as Vicar at St. Nicholas Episcopal Church in Kapolei. Rev. Annalise was ordained in January of this year and is serving as Chaplain at the St. Andrew's Schools.  

Congratulations and best wishes for a most blessed marriage and ministry together!  

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49th Annual Meeting of Convention

The theme and logo for the 49th Annual Meeting of the Convention of the Episcopal Church taking place on October 20 and 21, 2017, is from Colossians 2:6-7: 

So live in Christ Jesus the Lord in the same way as you received him.

Be  rooted and built up in him, be established in faith, and overflow with thanksgiving just as you were taught.

The image of the full mature kalo (taro) plant represents the Church being offered up in gratitude (ho'okupu). The side shoots represent the next generation and new growth. 

Up-to-date information will be posted on the Convention webpage HERE  as it is made available. 

In conjunction with the annual meeting is the annual Education Day on Friday, October 20, some of which will involve continuing work and discussion on the new Strategic Plan being developed for the Diocese that was introduced at last year's meeting. Mutual Ministry Review sessions around the Diocese have already begun, and input from these gatherings will be a part of the process.  All in the Diocese are welcome to attend Education Day, and lay leaders from all churches are encouraged to attend. More information and registration will be coming soon.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!  The Office of the Bishop is seeking volunteers to help prepare and assist with these events We are asking that all volunteers register ahead of time so that enough meals and badges are ordered.  To view the different opportunities available, visit the Volunteer webpage HERE.

If you have any questions, contact Rae Costa at (808) 536-7776, ext. 326, or e-mail her.

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Camp Mokule'ia Seeks Executive Director

Camp Mokule'ia is currently accepting applications for Executive Director, open to both clergy and lay persons. The Executive Director will provide leadership and oversight for overall operations, and work collaboratively with the Board to develop and implement the mission and vision for this year-round camp and conference center. The Director will insure safe, effective management of camp land, facilities, personnel, and develop exciting programming for diverse groups, families, faith groups and individuals.  For the detailed job posting and qualifications, download the document HERE. For more information and to apply, e-mail Camp Mokule'ia Human Resources.  To learn more about Camp Mokule'ia visit their website HERE.

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Christ, Culture, Ministry: Contextual Theologies for Social Transformation

Pacific School of Religion will be offering a course on  Christ, Culture, Ministry: Contextual Theologies for Social Transformation, led by the Rev. Jay Emerson Johnson, PhD. The classes will be held both online and in-person from July 10--August 5, for full 3.0 credit hours (CEUs available). You may also attend just the in-person portion (July 17-21, 5:30 - 8:30 PM) at the First Chinese Church, 1054 S. King St., in Honolulu, without earning CEUs or academic credit. For more information, download the course flyer HERE .

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This Weekend! St. Paul's Summer Bazaar

St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Honolulu will be holding their summer bazaar on June 24 and 25, 2017, from 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM both days,  at Davies Hall located next to the Cathedral of St. Andrew.  For more information download the flyer HERE , or contact Phyllis Miller at (808) 497-5848.

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Don't miss out on this!

Hui Pu 2017: S.W.A.G. (Saved With Amazing Grace)

Hui Pu 2017 will be a huge event with all three camps for the different age groups taking place simultaneously. Our theme is "S.W.A.G. (S aved W ith A mazing G race)" and will be full of new experiences, re-kindled friendships and most importantly full of praise and worship with unconditional love! Although the camp will begin on the same date for all age groups, it will end on different days.  The camp dates and costs are as follows:

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Honor Choir USA to Visit The Cathedral of St. Andrew

The Honor Choir USA is a select choir of All State Singers from ten different states on the mainland, and is led by Dr. Joey Martin, Director of Choral Studies at Texas State University in San Marcos, TX.  The 56 member choir will be performing at several sites while in Hawai'i and will be performing at the Cathedral of St. Andrew at the 10:30 AM service on July 2, 2017.  

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St. Jude's Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser

St. Jude's Episcopal Church on the Big Island of Hawai'i will be holding a Spaghetti Dinner on Friday, July 7, 2017. Doors open at 5:30 PM and dinner will be served from 6:00 PM until 8:30 PM.

Tickets are available at the door for $8 per person, or $15 for two, or $20 for a family, and can also be purchased ahead of time at Sunday services. Proceeds from this event helps cover operating expenses for their community service programs such as Free Hot Showers, Free Hot Lunch, and Free Wifi.  For more information call (808) 939-7555.  St. Jude's is located at 92-8606 Paradise Circle in Ocean View.

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Organ Concert at St. John's, Kula

Returning to St. John's Episcopal Church in Kula, Maui, is award-winning organist Joey Fala, who will be putting on a concert on Saturday, July 8, 2017, at 6:30 PM.

Fala  will be playing the music of Bach, Buxtehude, Hindemith, Howells, Vaughan Williams, and others on the church's Oberlinger pipe organ.
 

Fala, who attended 'Iolani School, was inspired by the rich East Coast organ culture while attending Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in New York. He continued his organ studies, coaching independently with Harvard University organist Christian Lane, and Westminster Church Albany's Alfred Fedak. He has accumulated numerous awards and accolades for his organ playing. This past spring, he completed his master's degree in organ performance under full scholarship at Yale University. He will head to Durham, NC in the fall to begin a new post as organ scholar at Duke University.

The concert is free (calabash offering) and a reception will follow in the parish hall.  Seating is limited. Fala will also be playing at the 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM Sunday services at St. John's the following day. For more information, contact the church at (808) 878-1485. St. John's is located at 8992 Kula Highway.

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EYE17 Youth Delegation Countdown!

The Hawai'i youth delegation is getting ready for the triennial Episcopal Youth Event being held at the University of Central Oklahoma, July 10-14. They are staying on for a few more days to do mission in the area from July 14-18, visiting a variety of food banks, shelters, soup kitchens, and helping with a local church's mobile food program.  

You can follow along through EYE17 social media and apps:

• Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/EpiscopalYouthEvent
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/episcoyouth 
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/episcoyouth

(@EpiscoYouth - Use #EYE17 & #PathToPeace)

Please keep them in your prayers as they share the Spirit of Aloha with over 1,000 Episcopalians and the Oklahomans they will be serving.  Mahalo to all who supported them through their fundraisers, donations, grants and prayers!

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Dreaming Creation: A Women's Overnight Retreat

ReSource for Christian Spirituality is offering a women's overnight retreat at the Waineke Lodge in Kokee State Park on Kaua'i, on July 14-15, 2017. Judith Tripp leads this "gift of spacious time with God" offering song and chant, labyrinth walking, sharing in trusted circle and more. Experience healing on a personal level and clarity about the next steps in your spiritual journey.  

The retreat begins on Friday, July 14 at 5:00 PM, and ends on Saturday, July 15, at 6:00 PM. Cost is $85 and is limited to 15 people. For more information, download the flyer HERE or contact Rev. Phyllis Meighen (UCC), at (808) 647-4346. 

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Hui Ho'omalu: Foster Care Needed

There are approximately 1,200 children in foster care statewide who are not able to live with their caregivers due to abuse and/or neglect. The State of Hawaii Department of Human Services places the children in the homes of Resource Caregivers who have volunteered to provide temporary care while the families work towards reunification. Resource Caregivers provide safe, nurturing environments. There is a need for families from all geographical, socio-economic, cultural backgrounds to be able to meet the diverse needs of children in foster care.

Partners In Development Foundation works with the State to train, screen and assess families interested in becoming Resource Caregivers. Contact them at (808)441-1117, and go to to their website HERE for more information.

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Presiding Bishop's Message for World Refugee Day

In the late 1930s, as the world was on the verge of being plunged into an apocalyptic Second World War, Episcopalians and the Episcopal Church gathered together  and began work to resettle those who were refugees fleeing terror in Europe, helping to resettle families, helping to resettle young people, helping to resettle people in this country in safety and security.

Apply Now for Stewardship of Creation Grants

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May 26, 2017:

Costa Joins Office of the Bishop

Convention XLIX

Farewell Faithful Servant Dot Shigemura

A Call to Prayer, Fasting and Advocacy

May 9, 2017:

St. Timothy's Offers Summer Music Program

Jennifer Baskerville Burrows Becomes 11th Bishop of Indianapolis and First Black Woman to Lead an Episcopal Diocese

April 21, 2017:

Bishop Todd Ousley Names Bishop for Office of Pastoral Development

April 13, 2017: Bishop's Easter Message 2017

April 11, 2017:  Special Announcement on The Rev. Robert E. Walden

April 11, 2017:

St. John the Baptist's new Saturday Free Store

March 23, 2017:

Holy Innocents Welcomes Alice Haulani Crowe

EYE17 Delegation Receives Huge Boost from Holy Nativity