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Join us for
HOLY EUCHARIST
March 3, 2024 at 7:00 am & 9:00 am
Third Sunday in Lent
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10:30 am every Sunday after the 9:00 am service.
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March 10 - Fourth Sunday in Lent - 7:00 am & 9:00 am
March 17 - Fifth Sunday in Lent - 7:00 am & 9:00 am
March 24 - Palm Sunday - 9:00 am only (no 7:00 am service)
Looking ahead:
Holy Week Services - March 28 - Maundy Thursday; March 29 - Good Friday; March 30 - Easter Vigil
March 31 - Easter Sunday (9:00 am only) followed by egg hunt & Easter brunch
Find scripture readings for upcoming Sundays and learn about the liturgical seasons in the Episcopal Church here.
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Dear St. Augustine's 'ohana,
If you noticed Jesus' frustrated with Peter last week, welcome to Part 2 of the story! This week, just before Passover, Jesus displays a full-on outburst of anger as he confronts vendors at the temple. He drives the animals out of the temple, dumps the coins from the money changers, and overturns their tables. "He told those who were selling the doves, 'Take these things out of here! Stop making my Father’s house a marketplace!'" — John 2:17
Why is Jesus angry? Jesus was not shocked by the presence of vendors in the temple. He would have seen them there many times. Jesus was angry about the oppression of the poor.
Passover was a particularly busy time for vendors to sell animals to travelers. Many of the travelers were poor; they had traveled far. The vendors took advantage, charging exorbitant prices for those who could least afford it. For Jesus, this was evidence of a larger, shadowy commercial system tainted by greed and power.
And so Jesus was angry. Fully human, Jesus exhibited what many would call righteous anger—a type of heart-centered anger that motivates us to stand up for what's good, right, just, and loving.
Anger, like any emotion, is part of being human and is not inherently bad. It is true that anger can cause hurt, both for ourselves and others. The shadow side of anger comes from acting impulsively, without care or awareness. But anger can also be a helpful clue that something is not right. Paying attention to anger when it arises can make us more self aware of our fears and vulnerabilities. With such awareness, we are less likely to lash out with impulsive anger and more likely to lead with our hearts instead.
Jesus' actions at the temple are part of a larger story of his journey to the cross. For us today, the story can prompt us to think about our own emotions. How do we act in the face of injustice? Do we stand up for the rights of others? Do we oppress others? Are we contributing to systems that hurt those who struggle?
Please join us on Sunday as we continue our Lenten journey to reflect on this story and the questions it raises.
Blessings,
Vicar Jennifer
P.S., Resource for Lent: The 2024 Lenten Meditations (from Episcopal Relief & Development) offers daily meditations. Sign up here to receive a daily email.
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THANK YOU FOR ALL YOU DO | |
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Jennifer Colson for cleaning the church this week.
John Sakai for serving as lay reader last Sunday.
St. Augustine's members who pray for others each week.
The many members of St. Augustine's and the community who help sort donations and operate the Thrift Shop.
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ST. AUGUSTINE'S PRAYER CHAIN
Please pray for healing, guidance, strength, peace of mind, and comfort for: All who are affected by the Israel/Hamas war and wars around the world, Rose Quickel, the Fuertes 'ohana, Richard, Virginia and Perie Daniels, June Potochnik, Rachel and Hoku Lancaster, Motaz Aziz, Jeannette Hensel, Anne Medve, Sabrina Lee, Tom Leonard, Linda Leonard Powell, David Peter Franco, Erin Manuel, all the people of Maui, Church of the Holy Innocents in Maui and Vicar Bruce & Sylvia DeGooyer, Arcadio & Filomena Badua, Lisa Andrews, Guy Kaoo, Tula Brickel, Becky & Ludwig Simmet, Reni Aʻi aʻi Bello, Kaikoa-Aina Brown, Marlene & Harry Ching, Annecita Tamayo, Lynn Dicus, and Juana Mejia.
PRAYER CHAIN VOLUNTEERS
Volunteer to be part of St. Augustine's prayer chain! Contact Patsy Ching or Vicar Jennifer if you would like to:
- Pray for those who have requested prayers
- Be part of the phone tree that helps us know about prayer requests or emergencies
REQUEST PRAYERS
If you or someone you know would like to be added to our prayer list, please email Patsy Ching or Vicar Jennifer. You can request prayers for yourself, your 'ohana, or anyone in our community or beyond.
During our Sunday services, you can write prayer requests on a piece of paper. Prayers will be read aloud or silently (per your request) during the Prayers of the People.
ONLINE FORM
You can also send us prayer requests through our online form.
Mahalo for your care and prayers!
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SUNDAY SCHOOL - For children ages 3-10, every Sunday morning at 9:00 am with Youth Director Kathy Matsuda.
FELLOWSHIP HOUR - Every Sunday after our 9:00 am service. We gather to enjoy conversation, coffee, and treats in Walker Hall. Please bring some savory or sweet treats to share if you like! Mahalo to all who have been providing delicious food and to Jeannette Hensel for bringing coffee.
TEEN GATHERINGS - Stay tuned for the next event coming soon!
CHOIR - Join us Wednesday, March 6th at 5:00 pm to sing through the hymns for the following Sunday. All are welcome!
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Sunday March 12, 9:00 am - Commissioning Sunday
Starting in March, we will recognize members of our church community for their gifts of time and talent. On the second Sunday of each month we will commission members to carry out ministries they offer at St. Augustine's. On March 12, we'll commission the members of our Bishop's Committee, thanking them for their efforts and sending them forth with blessings.
Sunday March 12, 9:00 am - Little Free Food Pantry Food Collection
Starting in March, we will collect and bless food donations for the Kapa'au Little Free Pantry. Please see the write up below in St. Augustine's News for more information on this project and items to donate.
Sunday March 24, 5:30 pm - Mini Music Concert - Stacey Mastrian
Join us for an evening of vocal music performed by soprano Stacey Mastrian, accompanied by pianist Kirk Corey. See poster below for more details!
Saturday, March 30, 9:00 am - Easter Egg Coloring
All are invited to join us for dyeing Easter Eggs in Walker Hall.
Sunday, March 31, after 9:00 am service - Easter Egg Hunt & Brunch
Requesting people to fill plastic eggs for our Annual Easter Egg Hunt. Empty plastic eggs will be available in Walker Hall. Please fill with money, candy (no chocolate please), little toys. Bring filled eggs Easter morning before church starts and leave in Walker Hall. Thank you for making this a fun event for our keiki!
Sunday, April 14, 9:00 am - Bishop Bob visits St. Augustine's. Bishop Bob will preach and preside, confirm and receive members into the Episcopal Church. We'll host a lunch after the 9:00 am service, after which he will meet with the Bishop's Committee. Please let Kathy Webb or Vicar Jennifer know if you would like to help with the food or in the kitchen for Fellowship Hour.
Friday, May 10, 11:00 am - Celebration of Life and Holy Eucharist for Rose Rosimo, followed by a reception in Walker Hall.
Saturday, May 11, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm - Mama Jam
A celebration of Mothers! We are starting to plan our Mother's Day themed mini-bazaar in May. We will have tables for church members to provide baked, cooked items. Profit goes to church. Thrift store will be open.
We are looking for vendors that provide items people can buy for moms. Table space $25. We are also looking for cut flowers, potted plants for gifts. We are looking for volunteers to make flower arrangements. If you are interested in donating items or time please contact Kathy Matsuda.
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PICTURED ABOVE
Jeanne Cooper, a second-year student in our diocese's Waiolahui'ia Center for Ministry program.
As part of her fieldwork at St. Augustine's, Jeanne will be serving at both the 7:00 am and 9:00 am worship services each Sunday for the coming year.
She also plans to volunteer at our Thrift Shop, assist with events, and will discern additional aspects of her fieldwork as the year progresses.
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WELCOME JEANNE COOPER!
St. Augustine's to host a deacon-in-training for her year of fieldwork.
Jeanne Cooper joins us this Sunday for a year of fieldwork as a second-year diaconal student in our diocese's Waiolahui'ia Center for Ministry program.
Jeanne (pronounced "Jeannie") has worshipped at St. James' in Waimea since March 2019, after moving to Moku O Keawe from the Bay Area, where she was an editor at the San Francisco Chronicle and studied hula with Keolaulani Hālau 'Ōlapa O Laka.
Active in community service, hospitality and worship ministries at Episcopal churches for 20 years, Jeanne looks forward to learning from, and growing with, the people of St. Augustine's and North Kohala.
We are excited to participate in Jeanne's formation process, knowing that we will learn from her, as well. Please give Jeanne a warm welcome this Sunday as she begins her fieldwork with us!
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LITTLE FREE PANTRY FOOD DONATIONS - MARCH 10TH
For the last 6 years, St. Augustine's has been a major supporter for the Little Free Pantry in Kapa'au. During that time, we have spent over $5,000 to stock the pantry. The pantry stayed open during COVID thanks to constant sanitizing and stocking by a few volunteers.
The Little Free Pantry allows those in need to access food any time of day or night with no questions asked or credentials required. Jesus reminds us to, “feed my sheep." He did not say which ones or how much. He said, “feed my sheep!” This is what the pantry does!
The church would like to provide a greater variety of quality, non-perishable foods. We are asking for kokua from our St. Augustine's 'ohana and the community. Starting March 10, the second Sunday of each month will be designated for “Little Free Pantry” donations. Donations can be in the form of food or money.
Please bring your food donations to church on Sunday March 10. Items will be brought into the church by our volunteer team and blessed during the 9:00 am service.
Monetary donations are welcome March 10 or at any weekly service at St. Augustine's. On the offering envelope or check, please note "Little Free Pantry" as the designated recipient. You may also pledge online here.
For food items, we are looking for high quality proteins and snacks. Deacon Lani has compiled a list of items on Amazon to give you an idea of the pantry's greatest needs:
- $39.00 66 Nature Valley snack bars
- $12.00 12 Chef Boyardee Raviolli
- $20. 48 Ritz cheese and cracker packs
- $14.00 Ritz Peanut butter and cracker snack
- $15.00 Keebler cheese and cracker snacks
- $17.00 12 tuna and cracker kits
- $12.00 tuna pouches
- $7.00 Maruchan Ramen Pack of 24
- $6.00 Ritz Crackers 16 sleeves
- $20.00 Quaker Instant oatmeal 48 packets
- $5.00 Chef Boyardee Ravioli 4 pack
- $11.00 SpaghettiOs Canned Pasta with Meatballs pack of 12
- $18 Tasty Bites Organic Madras Lentils
- $22 Fillo's Walking Tamales pack of 7
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VOLUNTEER TO HELP ON CAMPUS
Mahalo to folks who have volunteered to take the lead on some campus projects! If you can help out with any of these efforts, please contact the people listed below:
- Clean the walls in Walker Hall - Kathy Webb & Vicar Jennifer
- Organize the kitchen in Walker Hall - Ginger Gohier
- Remove weeds and invasive plants from the cemetery - Ginger Gohier & John Sakai
- Weed and prune terraced gardens (Biblical healing plants) - Kim Lambrecht
- Wash windows and screens in Thrift Shop and Walker Hall - George Webb
- Polish brass and silver in the church - Maurine Gomes
St. Augustine's still needs volunteers for these projects we'd like to complete before Easter:
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Power wash and repaint parking lines and steps on campus
We won't be scheduling a work day. Instead, folks can come when it's convenient for them. We'll miss the fellowship time of working together, but we've found it is much easier for people to help out on their own schedules. Working together can still happen! Consider making it a fun gathering by working in pairs. Scheduling is still easy and you get the bonus of having a work buddy!
If you would like to help, contact Kathy Webb at admin@staugustineskohala.com and let her know which project you plan to work on. We'll make sure you have the supplies you need when you arrive. Mahalo for helping with these efforts to make our campus look amazing!
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ST. AUGUSTINE'S THRIFT SHOP
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THRIFT SHOP HOURS
The Thrift Shop is open Wednesdays from noon - 6:00 pm and also on the first Saturday of the month from 8:00 am - 11:00 am.
DONATIONS
St. Augustine's is grateful to the community for the many items generously donated to our Thrift Shop! We accept donations when the Thrift Store is staffed by our volunteers.
Please bring your items during these times:
Wednesdays 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thursdays 8:00 am - 11:00 am
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NEWS FROM THE DIOCESE OF HAWAI'I
Stay up to date with our brothers and sisters across the diocese! The latest issue of the Hawaiian Church Chronicle (Feb. 8 2024) features important news, events, and information, including:
Annual Chrism Mass & ChurchBiz Event. Our diocese's annual Chrism Mass & ChurchBiz (formerly Spring Training) Event will be Saturday, March 23, 2024, at the Cathedral of St. Andrew. The theme for this event is "Lessons Learned" as we take a look at the impact recent catastrophies have had on our churches in the Diocese. Both COVID and the Maui wildfires have presented many challenges that we continue to learn from. Church members of St. Augustine's are invited to attend. Registration is now open HERE!
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If you have information to share, please let us know! This is a space to help us stay in touch in a variety of ways, such as news, offers of assistance, or garden bounty (fruits, veggies) you would like to share. Please email Vicar Jennifer or Kathy Webb: VicarJennifer@staugustineskohala.com or admin@staugustineskohala.com Submissions due by Thursday morning for Friday's newsletter. | | |
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PRACTICING A PLASTIC-FREE LENT
Take one step every day to care for God's Creation, including an opportunity to practice a plastic-free Lent. This is a cool resource from Creation Justice Ministries that has daily invitations for reducing plastic in your everyday life.
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UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS | |
MESSAGES FROM OUR BISHOP
& PRESIDING BISHOP
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