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THIS SUNDAY
October 12, 2025
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CHILDREN & YOUTH
Nursery
A staffed Nursery is available during the 9 & 11 AM worship services.
Children, from birth through 3 years old, may be left in the Nursery where they will be cared for during the service.
Sunday School
We offer a Sunday School program for children, ages 3 through 5th grade, during the 9 & 11 AM worship services. Children participate in the first part of the service and will leave for Sunday School following the Time for Keiki.
Contact: cayanna-herrera@centralunionchurch.org
Youth Group
Young people in grades 6 through 12 are invited to Youth Group
Youth are going bowling this Sunday!
Contact: melissa-thach@centralunionchurch.org
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Central Union Windward Ministry
Sunday Worship
10 AM – Sanctuary
Join Central Union Windward Ministry throughout October to celebrate Honolulu Pride Month through music with "Sing of Colors!"
Sermon by Melissa Thach
38 Kāne‘ohe Bay Drive, Kailua, HI 96734
808-254-3802 • cuwindward@gmail.com
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Central Union Pohnpei Ministry
Sunday Worship
11 AM – Atherton Memorial Chapel
| | Going Deeper - Reflect on last Sunday's sermon | | | | |
Our Father in Heaven, Hallowed Be Your Name
“Every time we bow our heads to pray 'Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name,' we’re invited beyond ritual into a transformative way of life. Prayer isn’t merely recitation; it’s an anthem of belonging, a glimpse of heaven’s vision, and a call to embody holiness. When we pray 'Our,' we pledge ourselves to one another. When we pray 'who art in heaven,' we align our perspective with God’s justice and mercy. And when we pray 'hallowed be thy name,' we commit to making God’s character visible in the smallest corners of our day.” READ MORE
| | NEWS + ANNOUNCEMENTS + REMINDERS | | UPDATE: Last week we shared about the BACPAC PROJECT. Please note that it is currently on hold and there will be no packing on October 18 as previously mentioned. | | | | |
Pastor Appreciation Day
October is Pastor Appreciation Month and October 12 (second Sunday of October) is Pastor Appreciation Day. Although appreciation of our pastoral leaders should happen year-round, let's take this opportunity to express our gratitude and celebrate the many gifts our pastoral leaders bring to various ministry settings. Mahalo, Pastor Rushan! What other pastoral leaders do you know? Share some extra gratitude this month! Our Conference office shares some ideas for appreciation.
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New Member Meeting
Interested in becoming a member of CUC? On Sunday, October 26 at 10 AM, between the 9 AM and 11 AM services, join Pastor Rushan in the Rewick Board Room (in the Admin Building) to learn more about church membership!
To RSVP, please email cuc@centralunionchurch.org (or reply to this email) by October 23 at 5 PM.
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Join Pride Parade with CUC
Central Union, along with many other faith communities, will march in the Honolulu Pride Parade on Saturday, October 18 starting at 3 PM. This event is hosted annually by the Hawai‘i LGBT Legacy Foundation during LGBT History Month. At Central Union where “We Engage and Embrace ALL”, we believe in a God of extravagant love and welcome that extends to our LGBTQ+ siblings. Join us to share this love and proclaim that each person, whatever their sexual orientation and gender identity, is divinely created and beloved by God! If you'd like to join us, click the button to sign up and get more info!
| | If you can't be in the parade but are able to assist with transportation of passengers (carpooling) before/after the parade, please also Sign Up. This would be a GREAT help as parking will be very limited around the start and end points. | | | | |
Order Your CUC Shirt
Deadline to order is tomorrow 10/10.
Look good while protecting yourself from the elements and representing CUC! Order your own Dri Fit, long-sleeve shirt with the CUC logo on the chest, "Love Never Faileth" on the back, and "Central Union" along the right arm sleeve. They come in Olive Drab Green in sizes XS-4XL and are $30 each. Order forms will be available at the Church Office and at worship services. Please submit with cash/check. Click HERE to download an order form to print and mail if you're unable to come to campus. Note: Shirts must be picked up on campus.
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Mahalo for Giving Aloha!
If you donated to Central Union Church through Give Aloha at Foodland this past September, THANK YOU! There was a total of $4,536 donated. Please submit your donation receipt to the Church Office by October 10 to receive credit on your giving statement.
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Estimate of Giving Cards
Mahalo to all those who have already turned in their Estimate of Giving (EOG) cards! If you haven't yet, please spend some time in prayer and consider what you are able to give in 2026 to support the ministry of our church.
Members should have received their EOG cards in the mail. They may be submitted to the church office. You may also complete it online if you prefer. Sharing your Estimate of Giving greatly helps our church to plan for the year ahead and live within our means while Dreaming God's Dream!
| | Order your holiday greens and support CUPS! | Support Central Union Church Preschool by ordering your Christmas trees, wreaths, and door charms through Habilitat. They will be available for pickup on December 6 at one of six locations around the island, including Central Union. Order by October 31! | | | | |
Support CUPS Fall Fitness FUNdraiser
Central Union Preschool's 2025 Fall Fitness FUNdraiser will be on Friday, November 14, with the theme, "Together We Can"! This is the one and only annual fundraiser of the PTO which organizes ALL the events for the keiki, ‘ohana, and staff. The money raised also helps to fund the school yearbook, classroom supplies, playground equipment, and Staff Appreciation Day.
Can you or your company help CUPS exceed past fundraising efforts so the PTO can organize amazing school-wide events for our children?
| | Upcoming Faith Formation Opportunities | | | | |
Save the date: Worship & Witness
On Sunday, November 23, 2025 Central Union Church will embody its call to be a church not confined by walls, but propelled by love. “The Church Has Left
the Building” is an opportunity to live our faith beyond the sanctuary. We’ll begin the day together in a combined worship service at 9 AM, then, like the early disciples sent out, we will scatter across our wider community to participate in acts of compassion, justice, and care. Please join us— all are welcome!
| | More Faith Formation for Fall 2025 | | Check out all the upcoming opportunities for faith formation this fall! We'll share more as events approach, but see for yourself what's coming up and plan to join us! | | Volunteer in the Community | | | | |
Volunteers Needed for Walk on Sunday
A representative of Susan G. Komen reached out to CUC in need of volunteers for their More Than Pink Walk this Sunday, October 12. It'll be a community-filled day, bringing awareness and raising funds for breast cancer, along with celebrating survivors, those living with MBC, and honoring those gone too soon. Volunteers can help as General Volunteers, Set-up/ Tear-down, Ecology, Course Monitors, and Greeters. Learn more, view time slots, and sign up!
| | | | The Ronald McDonald House Hawai‘i has a hospitality cart located on the 4th floor at the Kapi‘olani Medical Center next door to our church. The cart offers complimentary coffee, tea, water, snacks, toys, and activities for families on the NICU, PICU, and Pediatric Units. The cart is open Monday through Friday from 12:30-2:30 PM. They are in need of volunteers to help run the cart during the week for a 3-hour shift. If you are interested to help with this and learn more, CLICK HERE or email chantel@rmhchawaii.org. | | | | |
Furniture Needed
Swapping out your home furniture? Got extras that can go to a new home? We are at the end of our renovation of the Central Union Windward campus cottage, which will ultimately house our new Associate Minister. Until then, we are planning on renting it out and need help furnishing it. If you have any items on the list that are in good condition and that you would be willing to donate for the cottage, please contact our COO at troy-tomita@centralunionchurch.org.
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Calling Young(ish) Adults
The Central Union Church Young(ish) Adult Ministry is for people in generations X, Y, Z. The Young(ish) Adult Leadership Team has created a survey to collect feedback to help shape the next season of our ministry together. Whether you've participated in all young(ish) events or none yet, we want to hear from you as we plan for the year ahead. Please take the online survey!
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Chancel Choir Rehearsals
Our Director of Choirs, Sarah Young, is excited to welcome back Chancel Choir for regular rehearsals. The Chancel Choir serves our 9 AM worship service 2-3 times a month.
Rehearsals are on Thursday evenings from 6:30-7:30 PM in the Music Room. Musicians of all levels are welcome! Join anytime!
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Learn to Play ‘Ukulele
Beginner ‘ukulele players from keiki to kūpuna are welcome to come and learn from Wade Cambern who is freely sharing his love of music through teaching ‘ukulele. Bring your own ‘ukulele and come learn to play or get some beginner tips on Sundays from 1-2 PM in the Women's Building.
Feel free to contact the Church Office to confirm whether the group will be meeting on a particular Sunday.
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Say It with Flowers!
Got a birthday, anniversary, or other special occasion coming up? Commemorate it with flowers at a Sunday worship service!
Our Flower Committee creates floral arrangements for our worship spaces each week. You can give flowers in honor of someone with a printed dedication in the worship bulletin.
Email:
flowers@centralunionchurch.org
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Church Council
Next meeting: November 6
NOTE: The October Council meeting has been canceled as Council members will be participating in a Council retreat on October 12.
Church Council meetings will resume on the first Thursday of the month at 5:00 PM in the Rewick Board Room in the Admin Building. These regular monthly Council meetings are open to all Church members who wish to attend as an observer.
Contact the Church Council: council@centralunionchurch.org
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Pray for our Church Council who will be installed for a new year. Give thanks for their willingness to serve. May they guide our church with consideration and care.
As we approach Pastor Appreciation Sunday during Pastor Appreciation Month, give thanks for our pastor and all the ways he ministers to us. Give thanks for those who support him in his own life, allowing him to do his ministry.
In this Domestic Violence Awareness Month, pray for survivors and victims of domestic violence, especially those among us who may be suffering in silence. May they receive the support they need. To reach the National Domestic Violence Hotline: Call 1.800.799.SAFE (7233) / Text “START” to 88788.
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Garden Club on Thursdays
If you would like to help keep our campus looking beautiful, please consider joining what we are currently calling the "Garden Club"! Volunteers and staff will meet weekly to do regular landscaping around the Sanctuary on Thursdays from 9-11 AM. Meet at the Sanctuary steps. Feel free to bring your own gardening tools, but we'll have some you can use.
Questions? Contact Troy Tomita:
troy-tomita@centralunionchurch.org
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Readers Needed for Worship!
Worship is one of the heartbeats of our church – it is the work of the whole church community in praising God, hearing God's word to us and responding in faith. One way to help each other in our worship is by reading scripture and other parts of our service. It enhances our experience of worship when we can have different faces and voices leading worship.
If you are willing to read in a worship service, please join our pool of readers! Learn more and sign up by clicking HERE.
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Online Zoom Fellowship
Are you interested in helping folks stay connected with the CUC ‘ohana? Are you unable to come to the church campus but want to connect? Join this casual time of virtual fellowship via Zoom on Sundays at 11 AM with a few folks who have continued to gather online every week since the pandemic. They welcome new friends—just drop in whenever! It's a great way to meet and keep in touch with people, especially those who may be homebound.
Click to join on Zoom
Meeting ID: 810 1050 2863
Passcode: cuc
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Online Zoom Fellowship
Sundays around 11 AM
JOIN ON ZOOM (Meeting ID: 810 1050 2863; Passcode: cuc)
Or call by phone: +1 669 900 6833, Passcode: 976725)
Contemplative Prayer Meditation
Wednesdays, 6:30 – 8:00 PM • Rewick Board Room, Honolulu campus
Mindfulness Meditation with Marion
Mondays, 5 PM • JOIN ON ZOOM
Mindful Movement with Bamboo Sticks
Wednesdays, 4 PM • JOIN ON ZOOM
Men's Bible Study on Zoom
Wednesdays, 7 AM • Email cuc@centralunionchurch.org for info.
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For Young(ish) Adults
Did you know that we have a Young(ish) Adult ministry here at CUC for generations X, Y, Z? We gather monthly for breakfast and fellowship after worship and we also have a special monthly event. For more information email youngish@centralunionchurch.org.
We’d love to connect with you!
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HAVE SOMETHING TO SHARE?
We welcome relevant news and events to share in our publications. Please submit items to news@centralunionchurch.org by Wednesday to be published in the following days.
| | Looking for a venue? Our church's range of facilities can accommodate all kinds of events! By renting out our spaces, we can provide a gathering place for the community and generate revenue for ministry. Learn more about our venues and consider hosting your next event at Central Union. (Members receive a discount!) | | |
Beware of Email Scams!
Scams come in many forms, whether it's someone impersonating church staff or even a member, or a stranger seeming to have a good deal for you on a special product or service. Please be cautious when checking emails! Know that church staff will never ask you to purchase something or give personal information by email. Often you can identify an email's authenticity by verifying the sender’s email address (CUC staff emails end with @centralunionchurch.org), but it's also possible for scammers to mimic email addresses. So if you receive any strange message at all and are ever in doubt, just delete it, don't reply or click on any links. You may call the church office (808-941-0957) to confirm.
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