November 6, 2025

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. The Chronicle Supplement is an abbreviated version of the Chronicle to help fill that gap, and includes time-sensitive announcements and notable information.

22nd Sunday after Pentecost: Proper 27

O God, whose blessed Son came into the world that he might destroy the works of the devil and make us children of God and heirs of eternal life: Grant that, having this hope, we may purify ourselves as he is pure; that, when he comes again with power and great glory, we may be made like him in his eternal and glorious kingdom; where he lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

THE BISHOP'S CORNER

RIP: Mr. James "Knute" Crowe

Mr. James “Knute” Crowe the father-in-law of the Reverend Amy Crowe (Vicar at Trinity by the Sea, Maui), died on October 26, 2025, after a long illness.

Please remember James and his family in your prayers and in the Prayers of the People of our congregations.

ALMIGHTY AND ETERNAL GOD, to whom there is never any prayer made without hope of mercy, be merciful to the soul of your faithful servant, James, being departed from this world in the confession of your Holy Name that he and all the departed may be welcomed into the company of your saints, through Christ our Lord. Amen.

Rest eternal grant him, O Lord, and let light perpetual shine upon him. May our brother, James, rest in peace. Amen.

Yours faithfully,

The Right Reverend Robert L. Fitzpatrick

(Pronouns: he, him, his)

Bishop Diocesan

The Episcopal Diocese of Hawai'i

The Episcopal Church in the Hawaiian Islands, Guam and Saipan

A Message to The Episcopal Church from Executive Council:

October 2025

After the conclusion of its meeting Oct. 20-21 at Kanuga conference center in Hendersonville, North Carolina, The Episcopal Church’s Executive Council shared the following letter to the church.

The Executive Council of the Episcopal Church met at the Kanuga Conference Center and Camp near Hendersonville in the Episcopal Diocese of Western North Carolina, which is still recovering from the disastrous flooding of Hurricane Helene last fall, and as Western Alaska is experiencing unprecedented coastal flooding caused by Typhoon Halong.

This is a time of increasingly rapid climate change, a time filled with ambient fear, rage, and tension, especially for historically marginalized people. In a time such as this, what is the response of the church? And how do we ensure that our response doesn’t harm more than it helps those most vulnerable?

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.

In case you missed it...The Diocesan Profile was released in a special announcement on November 1, 2025. You can view that announcement HERE. The deadline to apply (which was not mentioned) is Monday, December 1, 2025. The profile and link to apply can be found on the Search & Transition webpage HERE.

Miraculous Update & Continued Prayers for Gia Pacheco

In the October 23 Chronicle, the Bishop shared information on one of our youth, Gia-lynn Pacheco, from the Episcopal Church on West Kaua'i, who suffered a devastating injury and has been hospitalized at Kapi’olani Medical Center on O'ahu, since October 7.

During Convention 57, the Rev. Canon Sandy Graham shared a prayer for Gia, and moments after the Convention prayed for her out loud, her priest, the Rev. Kerry Holder Joffrion, received a text that Gia was waking up!

Here is the latest update from Rev. Kerry:

Blessed Lord our God! Gia is breathing on her own with 100% oxygen and no need for the tracheostomy. The breathing tube is out. She has 100% oxygen intake and levels. Gia has encountered a miracle. Alleluia! She is delivered from the snare of the breathing injury. Gia is a living witness to the power of God.

We ask for continued prayers and support for her lengthy recovery. Links to ways you can support the family can be found on the original message from the Bishop HERE. Canon Sandy shares the following prayer read at Convention for Gia, and asks that we all continue to pray for her:

Gracious and loving God, you are the source of all healing and the giver of all comfort. We lift before you your child, Gia Pacheco, asking your mercy and strength to surround her in her time of need.

Bless the hands and minds of those who care for her; grant them wisdom, skill, and compassion. Give to her family courage and peace, and let them feel the steadfast presence of your love.

Restore Gia to wholeness of body and spirit, according to your will, that she may grow in grace and bear witness to your healing power.

All this we ask through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Wrapping Up Convention 57

The Convention 57 special edition wrap up article is coming out soon. All attendees at the Education Day and Annual Meeting of the Convention should have received an email for completion of a feedback form. If you did not receive one, please email Communications HERE. While we are scanning newsletters and social media for church photos, we are still welcoming your individual comments and photos linked in the feedback form!

BISHOP APPLICATION PERIOD: November 1-December 1, 2025
DIOCESAN YOUTH EVENING O'AHU: Saturday, November 8 - Pokai Bay Beach
Annual Clergy Retreat: January 26-28 - Camp Mokulē'ia
Annual Chrism Mass & Spring Training: Saturday, February 29 - Cathedral of St. Andrew

OPPORTUNITIES

ORDAINED POSITION OPENINGS

(Visit the Diocesan website HERE for more information.)

Full-time Priest-in-Charge/Rector - St. Elizabeth's Episcopal Church, Honolulu, O'ahu
Part-time Vicar - Grace Episcopal Church, Ho'olehua, Molokai)

LAY POSITION OPENINGS

(Visit the Diocesan website HERE for more information.)

Full-time Office Administrator - Christ Memorial Episcopal Church, Kilauea, Kaua'i

ISLAND HAPPENINGS

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

COMING UP! EVENT HIGHLIGHT:

This Saturday! O'ahu Diocesan Youth Evening at Pokai Bay

All youth in grades 6-12 are invited to an evening event at Pokai Bay on Saturday, November 8, from 3:00 - 8:00 p.m. The cost is only $5. While counselors from Camp Mokulē'ia will be running the event, St. John the Baptist Episcopal Church is co-hosting with burgers and hotdogs! To register, scan the QR code, or contact the Rev. Jazzy Bostock by email HERE or call (808) 384-3091.