WEEKLY NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
February 13, 2022
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Phone Number: (808) 482-4824
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Sunday Worship
The Sixth Sunday After the Epiphany
Scripture Readings for this Sunday:
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Service of Holy Eucharist
with Music, in the Sanctuary
8:00 am
Please wear a mask.
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Service of Holy Eucharist
with Music, in the Sanctuary
9:30 am
Please wear a mask.
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Are you serving this Sunday? Would you be interested in reading at either service (zoom or in person)? You can view what positions are
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WELCOME TO CHRIST MEMORIAL |
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Welcome to Christ Memorial Episcopal Church. We are devoted to following the life and teachings of Jesus, the Christ.
We hope your experience worshiping with us will bless and enrich your life.
People of all faiths are welcome to worship with us on Sunday.
During pandemic time, join us at 9:30 here.
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THIS SUNDAY WE WELCOME
GUEST PREACHER,
THE REV. CN. SANDY GRAHAM
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Join us in welcoming guest preacher, The Rev. Cn. Sandy Graham (Canon to the Bishop), as he visits us this Sunday, February 13. The Rev. Cn. Sandy Graham, or more commonly known as "Canon Sandy" is an integral part of the Diocese of Hawai'i stationed on Oahu. His role in the diocese pertains to:
Thanks for visiting us, neighbor!
We wish you a safe and fruitful journey to Kaua'i.
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PRESIDING BISHOP MICHAEL CURRY TO PREACH AT ARCHBISHOP DESMOND TUTU MEMORIAL SERVICE |
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Episcopal Church Presiding Bishop Michael Curry will deliver the sermon at a Feb. 13 memorial service for the late Anglican Archbishop Desmond Tutu at The Cathedral Church of Saint John the Divine in New York. The Sunday service will be livestreamed from 4 to 6 p.m. ET.
“People often forget that Archbishop Tutu was not only an activist but also a theologian, not only a champion against apartheid in his own country, but also a leader in the worldwide Anglican Communion, with a heart for justice born out of his deep faith in Jesus Christ and his firm conviction that we are all God’s beloved children,” said the Rev. C. K. Robertson, canon to the presiding bishop for Ministry Beyond The Episcopal Church.
After Tutu’s death on Dec. 26, Curry shared a statement about the man he called “a true friend, colleague, and mentor.” The presiding bishop will be joined at the memorial service by the Rt. Rev. Andrew Dietsche, bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of New York, and the Rt. Rev. Clifton Daniel, dean of the cathedral.
Tutu was the author of many books and subject of recent biographies, including “The Book of Joy,” an instant New York Times bestseller that chronicles a five-day meeting between Tutu and the Dalai Lama. Their friendship is the subject of a new documentary called “Mission: Joy,” available for congregational screenings. Learn more and watch the trailer.
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EACH DAY IS A GIFT
Kimberly Knowle-Zeller
“When I started feeling the drag of winter, I began to treat myself like a favored child: with kindness and love. I assumed my needs were reasonable and that my feelings were signals of something important. I kept myself well fed and made sure I was getting enough sleep. I took myself for walks in the fresh air and spent time doing things that soothed me. I asked myself: What is this winter all about? I asked myself: What change is coming?” (Wintering, Katherine May)
The calendar tells us we’re halfway through winter, but looking out my window to the blanket of snow I’m not sure that’s true. The nights are still long, however, when the sun rises each morning I’m reminded of another story: a story of light, hope on the horizon, and new mercies every day.
Being on the lookout for glimpses of gratitude helps me focus on the beauty in front of me. A couple of times a year, Modern Mrs. Darcy invites readers to share a list of the things that are saving our lives right now. So I grabbed a pen and paper to make my own list and to remind myself that each day is a gift.
It’s cold, but there is warmth.
It’s dark, but candles still burn bright.
It’s uncertain, but hope continues to rise.
I hope reading my list reminds you of the simple, yet meaningful graces that fill your days. I pray that if you’re feeling the darkness, you know that dawn will break.
Here’s my list of everything that is making my life just a bit easier (in no particular order):
Walks around town: Most days after school, if the weather allows, the kids and I bundle up to walk and ride scooters around town. We see what cats are out and a
bout, we wave to our neighbors, we stretch our legs, and we marvel at God’s creation.
Friday family movie night: Last year, when our daughter Charlotte started kindergarten we began the tradition of Friday movie night. After dinner the kids help Stephen make popcorn and we cuddle on the couch for a movie. No surprise, our current favorite: Encanto! Movie night has become a great end to the week and entrance to the weekend.
Cultivate the Word Journal: Over the last few months I’ve noticed my journals filling with words of scripture. During my morning quiet time, if a phrase or verse of scripture speaks to me, I write it in my journal. Now I have an all-in-one journal with space to write scripture (the one I have is all about cultivating hope), prayers, and reflections from the scripture. I don’t use this journal every day but when I do I’m amazed at what insights and prayers emerge.
Handwritten Letters: For me, there’s nothing like writing and receiving a handwritten card. Thanks to 1Canoe2, a local Missouri stationary shop, I receive cards every month through their High Five Subscription service. It’s always a fun surprise to see what designs and cards arrive – and then to write and send notes of love and encouragement to others.
Walk and Talk Newsletter: My Walk and Talk Monthly Newsletter is a place that’s special to me. The newsletter helps me connect with others while continuing to reflect, write, and curate inspiring reads. Coming up on two years since my first newsletter, I pray that my words encourage others to pay attention in their lives.
What are the things that are saving your life right now?
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A Prayer:
Magnificent Holy Father.
I stand before you at this altar. So many have given you more.
I may not have much I can offer. Yet what I have is truly yours.
This is my offering, dear Lord.
This is my offering to You, God.
Your offering enables us to maintain worship, prayer and study during this time. Help us continue to provide a beautiful, flourishing, and safe "Sanctuary for the Spirit" at our historic and faithful church on Kaua'i.
Change to Automated Giving: Thank you to those of you who automate your giving and have a plan to support your church. Your consistent, planned generosity makes it possible for us to budget and dream responsibly. Want to change to automated giving? It makes life easy, especially if you travel.
Live off island? If you have a prayer intention or would like to pray for those on our prayer list, email our office. To be part of the church collective means we all share in the cost of being a church. We want our church to have inspiring worship; pastoral care for those in need; beautiful church grounds; programs to learn and grow; and tools to reach out to those who are seeking a closer relationship with God. See the different ways you can share your gifts, on our Giving page HERE.
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If you like to give by check, please send to:
Christ Memorial Episcopal Church,
P.O. Box 293, Kilauea, HI 96754
Or consider changing to Automated Giving. It makes life easy. Just click on the button below to make a one-time or recurring donation.
Thank you for your love and care for our Christ Memorial community!
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Sunday school will be held at 8:00 a.m. in the Parish Hall across from Christ Memorial with beloved teachers Leona and Keana.
Masks are required.
Aloha ke akua.
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Shopping Hours:
Monday 2:00 pm -5:00 pm
Tuesday 2:00 pm -5:00 pm
Wednesday 9:30 am -12:30 pm
Thursday 2:00 pm -5:00 pm
Friday 2:00 pm -5:00 pm
Saturday 9:30 am -3:00 pm
Donations Accepted:
Monday 2:00 - 5:00 pm
Wednesday 9:30 am – 12:30 pm
Saturday 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Please wear a mask
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Helen Mitsui Shared Blessings Thrift Shop in Kilauea is seeking Volunteers for 2021.
Each volunteer shift is a 2-4 hour commitment for a minimum of one day per week. Experience in Retail, Customer Service, and/or Retail a plus, but not required.
Volunteers are invaluable to serving our community. Our goal is to reuse, repurpose and recycle goods — keeping as much as possible out of landfill — while providing our community with access to reasonably priced, quality merchandise.
Here are ways you can help:
* Greeters welcome shoppers and monitor our COVID guidelines.
* Customer Care helps shoppers to ensure a pleasant shopping experience.
* Merchandisers organize departments, restock the floor and display retail goods.
* Philanthropy distributes merchandise to organizations in need.
* Donation Intakers receive, sort and process donations.
Work-from-Home volunteers help prepare merchandise for sale. We are especially looking for help in these areas:
* Games: checking games to ensure all components are intact
* Stationery: packaging up cards and envelopes
* Holidays: preparing merchandise for Christmas, Halloween, Easter, Valentines, 4th of July, and more
* School, Office, Art Craft Supplies: organizing and packaging materials for reuse
* Toys: sorting, cleaning, and packaging toys
* Hardware: sorting and packaging tools, materials, electronics and appliances
Requirements?
*Team players with a genuine interest in serving the community and contributing to the reuse movement.
* Willingness to support COVID-19 safety measures set by Shared Blessings
* Physically able to lift 50 pounds (Merchandisers and Donation Intakers only)
Benefits?
Serving the community and our environment is rewarding work. We have a lot of fun! New merchandise is donated daily, so the element of surprise and wonder is constant. Get a first peek and more!
Interested?
Click on the reply button here! Let us know 1) your interests, 2) your availability to volunteer and 3) your contact information. Mahalo!
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PRAYER REQUESTS THIS WEEK |
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Let us pray for our own needs and those of others. We remember especially those on our prayer list. Healing of body, mind and spirit for: Janice, Marilyn, Webb, David, Linda, David, Satya, Penny, Scott, Gordon, Suzanne, the Oliveria family, and the Hanchett family. We pray that you will bring people together in worship. Enliven your church and bless Michael our musician, our clergy and lay leadership. We pray for our sibling Episcopal congregations on Kauai: St John and St Paul, West Kauai, St Michael & All Angels, Lihue and All Saints, Kapaa; and for all churches on the North Shore. We pray for our own congregation of Christ Memorial, Kilauea for those present, online and absent - that all of us together may be united in your ministry. |
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Thrift Store Hours :
Monday 2:00 pm -5:00 pm
Tuesday 2:00 pm -5:00 pm
Wednesday 9:30 am -12:30 pm
Thursday 2:00 pm -5:00 pm
Friday 2:00 pm -5:00 pm
Saturday 9:30 am -3:00 pm
For a safe shopping experience, we can only allow 8 shoppers in the store at any time.
All must wear masks and use hand sanitizer.
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Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)
Meets in the Parish Hall:
Monday 6:15 - 7:15 pm & 7:30 - 8:30 pm
Tuesday 10:00-11:00 am & 7:30 - 8:30 pm
Wednesday 7:30 - 8:30 pm
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Keep up-to-date with messages from the Bishop. Click on the buttons below to view the Bishop's weekly Monday & Wednesday messages, and find links to online worship in the Diocese. |
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Christ Memorial Episcopal Church
2509 Kolo Road, Kilauea, HI 96754
(808) 482-4824
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