This issue's header photo was taken during the Bishop's Visitation to St. Matthew's in Waimanalo on Sunday, June 21, 2026. We had to juggle the template slightly to make sure to get the youngest included! Check the Bishop's Corner for a few more pictures at St. Matthew's. (Photo contributed by Stason Skeen)

June 25, 2026

Season of Pentecost: Proper 8

Almighty God, you have built your Church upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ himself being the chief cornerstone: Grant us so to be joined together in unity of spirit by their teaching, that we may be made a holy temple acceptable to you; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

IN THIS ISSUE:

FEATURE STORY:

I Mua Kākou: Moving Forward Together on Maui

REGULAR FEATURED SECTIONS:

Bishop's Corner - A Reflection on the Bishop Transition; Pa'ina at Holy Nativity; "Going Home" to St. Matthew's
Bishop Search & Transition - Bishop's Farewell Tour Continues
Kahuaola: Coming Up! Province VIII Creation Care Network Conference
Island Happenings - At The Cathedral: Summer Sundays; Kaua'i: Music in the Air!

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS & UPCOMING:

Registration now open! Annual Clergy Conference on Kaua'i
PYE Aloha: Still Seeking Donations & Volunteers
Coming Up: Highlight Maui - See what's happening around the Diocese!

THE BISHOP'S CORNER

A Reflection on the Bishop Transition

“Where I am terrified by what I am for you, I am consoled by what I am with you. For I am a bishop for you, with you I am a Christian. The former is the name of an office assumed, the latter of grace; the former is a risk, the latter salvation.”

-St. Augustine of Hippo (354 – 430)
Sermo 340.1 (PL 38:1483)

My dear Siblings in Christ Jesus,

I am writing this on June 24th, the Feast of the Nativity of St. John the Baptist, and the 40th anniversary of my ordination to the transitional diaconate in Christ Church Cathedral, Indianapolis. It is also a bit over a month since Libby was elected as the sixth Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Hawaiʻi. She has received the needed consents to her election from Bishops and Standing Committee. Her ordination to the episcopate is now set for November 14th. She is our Bishop-elect.

As a Diocese and as individuals, we are in a liminal time. The word originates from the Latin word limen, which means "threshold". During liminal time, you are suspended on the threshold of change. It is time marked by ambiguity, expectation, uncertainty, and transformation. It is time to look back and to look ahead. It is, I think, a normal time for Christians. We are always caught between the gift of Easter and the hope of the fulfillment of God. We live in the world, but also in the realm of God’s already and not yet. This is just especially such a time for the Diocese of Hawaiʻi.

As I look back to the election last month, Libby, Andrew, and Tim opened themselves to discernment and the movement of the Holy Spirit. One always enters such discernment imagining what the future will hold. Each was asked to describe a ministry and a future for a diocese about which they only had an inkling. It was a personally risky undertaking. I particularly recognize that Andrew and Tim offered their all. Part of living in a liminal time is allowing the “what if” of life to fade and to look ahead. I particularly appreciate that Andrew and Tim (and the other applicants and nominees, some of whom I know and many I do not) who risked themselves to walk with us as a diocese in discernment. Andrew is still a part of our ‘ohana and his naʻauao is still with us. Tim will always be woven into our story. We owe them our gratitude and love as we prepare for the future.

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Pa'ina at Holy Nativity

The Bishop's Farewell Tour kicked off on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Holy Nativity Episcopal Church on O'ahu, where everyone enjoyed a wonderful time of fellowship and food! Next stop is Kaua'i on July 25! Don't forget to RSVP! (Photos: The Rev. Keleawe Hee)

"Going Home" to St. Matthew's

On Sunday, June 21, 2026, the Bishop made his final Visitation to St. Matthew's Episcopal Church in Waimanalo. The small close-knit congregation pulled out all the stops with a feast that could feed dozens more! In a post on his Facebook page, the Bishop shared, "Some Sunday visits are like going home. Bea and I are always with ‘ohana when with God’s people at St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church, Waimanalo." (Photos: Stason Skeen)

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.

FEATURE STORY

I Mua Kākou: Moving Forward Together on Maui

On Saturday, June 13, 2026, folks were invited to attend a special gathering to discuss the future of Maui, and the role of The Episcopal Church in Lahaina. Called "I Mua Kākou" (moving foward together), the intent was to have a constructive heart-to-heart talk about the mission of the church in West Maui going forward.

"Our gathering, on June 13 was a success!" shared the Rev. Deacon Kalani Holokai, the Diocese's Community Relations Coordinator for Maui, who organized the event. "The Holy Spirit was invited and SHE was present! Folks from all four Maui Episcopal Churches were in attendance! It was obvious folks wanted to be there, and gratifying to have 100% attendance, and a few more."

This August will mark the three-year anniversary of the horrific fires that devastated Maui and destroyed the town of Lahaina. While recovery from a disaster of this magnitude has no timeline or precedence to follow, for victims and residents, it has been painfully slow.

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WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE DIOCESE

Visit the Diocese's Calendar page HERE for Diocesan events & activities.

Bishop's Farewell Tour Continues ~ Please RSVP

Bishop Bob's Farewell Tour kicked off on June 13, and continues on July 25 at St. Michael's and All Angels on Kaua'i! Folks can attend any of the gatherings, but please be sure to RSVP so that the host church has an estimate of how many people to expect.

Remember to start searching for your favorite photo with the Bishop for his scrapbook! For those unable to make any of the events, you can still upload photos and/or leave a message through the RSVP form by clicking HERE or scanning the QR code on the flyer. If you have any questions about the Farewell Tour, contact Rae Costa HERE, or visit the Search & Transition webpage HERE.

Registration is now open!

The Diocese of Hawai'i's annual Clergy Conference will be taking place on the Garden Island of Kaua'i, August 24-26, 2026. With this being Bishop Bob's final clergy gathering as Bishop Diocesan, he encourages all clergy in the Diocese to attend. The Guest Speaker will be the Rev. Rachel Taber-Hamilton, who was a guest speaker at last year's HULI Summer Speaker Series. The Conference will be taking place at the Outrigger Kaua'i Beach Resort & Spa, minutes from the Lihue airport. Click on the buttons below for more information, registration, and to book your hotel at the special group rate.

Province VIII Youth Event Still Seeking Donations & Volunteers

Over 150 youth and chaperones from Province VIII will be heading to Hawai'i where we will be hosting delegations from the dioceses of Arizona, California, Idaho, Navajoland, Nevada, Olympia, San Diego, Spokane, Utah, Western Oregon, and even Taiwan! 15 youths from our diocese will be participating, including seven making the journey from Guam and Saipan! The Provincial Youth Event (PYE) will be held this summer, July 28 - 31, on the grounds of The Cathedral of St. Andrew and St. Peter's "on the Square."

With expenses currently exceeding $20K over original budgeted amounts, the Diocese is seeking your support through donations that can be made HERE or through the linked donation button shown. We are also seeking churches or groups to help with preparing lunches on Tuesday (July 28), a hot breakfast on Thursday (July 30), and ToGo lunches on Friday (July 31). For more information about this exciting event, visit the PYE with Aloha: Talk Story Pilgrimage webpage HERE. If you have any questions, please contact the Rev. David Jackson HERE.

Coming Up! Province VIII Creation Care Network Conference

Save the date and plan to attend Province VIII's Creation Care Network Conference, taking place September 25-27, 2026, at the Episcopal Retreat and Conference Center in Salt Lake City, Utah. The Rev. Jazzy Bostock from St. John the Baptist in Waianae is a guest speaker! Register before July 15 for early bird discount! For more information and details, visit the event webpage HERE.

OPPORTUNITIES

ORDAINED POSITION OPENINGS:

(Visit the Diocesan website HERE for more information.)

Part-time Vicar - Grace Episcopal Church, Ho'olehua, Moloka'i

LAY POSITION OPENINGS:

(Visit the Diocesan website HERE for more information.)

Part-time Church Office Administrator - St. Peter's Episcopal Church, Honolulu, O'ahu
Part-time Family Life Minister - All Saints' Episcopal Church, Kapa'a, Kaua'i

BISHOP BOB'S FAREWELL TOUR: Continues through - August 22
PYE2026: Province VIII Youth Pilgrimage to Hawai'i: July 28-31, Honolulu
DIOCESAN CLERGY CONFERENCE: August 24-26, 2026 - Lihue, Kaua'i
CONVENTION 58: October 16 & 17, 2026 - 'Iolani School, Honolulu, O'ahu (Education Day, Convention Eucharist, Ka Ha'alele 'Ana farewell reception for Bishop Bob & Annual Meeting)
CONSECRATION & ORDINATION OF THE SIXTH BISHOP OF HAWAI'I: November 14, 2026, The Cathedral of St. Andrew, Honolulu, O;ahu

ISLAND HAPPENINGS

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

AT THE CATHEDRAL...

Summer Sundays Begin July 5 through August!

The Cathedral Summer Schedule Begins July 5, 2026, through the month of August. We will move to TWO services: 7:00 AM English, spoken & 9:00 AM 'Ōlelo Hawai'i & English, with music

The Cathedral of St. Andrew: 229 Queen Emma Square, Honolulu, HI 96813

www.cathedralhawaii.org

KAUA'I: MUSIC IN THE AIR!

Summer is usually a time when church choirs take a break, but at Christ Memorial Episcopal Church on Kaua'i, there's lots of music still brewing in the air! They recently launched their new music ministry, Kīpuka Mele (Sanctuary of Music), for North Shore children and families. This outreach program is entirely free. During the Open House, kids had the opportunity to explore a range of instruments, have fun in the freshly furnished room, and sign up for upcoming opportunities. Mahalo to all those who helped plan and prepare the space over many months, and to the Sloggett Memorial Fund by All Saints' for the initial grant! Pictured above is the Rev. Katherine Amy Kropp with keiki exploring the instruments in a kid-friendly environment! (Photos and story from the Christ Memorial newsletter)

COMING UP!

Reminder: The Hawaiian Church Chronicle goes out on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month. For inclusion in this "COMING UP!" section, churches should submit event graphics to diocesan Communications HERE by the Monday before release date.

This Saturday! JUNE 27

Mo'oheau Park, Hilo, Hawai'i Island

SUNDAY, JULY 5

St. Timothy's, 98-939 Moanalua Rd., Aiea, O'ahu

SUNDAY, JULY 5

St. Augustine's, 54-3801 Akoni Pule Hwy, Kapa'au, Hawai'i

SATURDAY, JULY 11

Emmanuel, 780 Keolu Drive, Kailua, O'ahu

WEDNESDAY, JULY 15

Emmanuel, 780 Keolu Drive, Kailua, O'ahu

SATURDAY, AUGUST 8

St. Michael & All Angels, 4364 Hardy St, Lihue, Kaua'i

ONGOING 1ST SUNDAYS

St. Clement's, 1515 Wilder Avenue, Honolulu, O'ahu

ONGOING WEDNESDAYS

St. Clement's, 1515 Wilder Avenue, Honolulu, O'ahu

ONGOING THURSDAYS

St. Augustine's, 54-3801 Akoni Pule Hwy, Kapa'au, Hawai'i

The Episcopal Church & Beyond...

Reminders (Previously Announced)

Ho'imi Pono Training for your Congregation! Ready to schedule Anti-Racism training for your church leadership, clergy, vestry, and Bishop's Committee? Contact Mary Carpenter HERE or call 808-221-4367

Required Safe Church Training - This is a reminder that Safe Church training is mandatory for all clergy, employees, vestry members, and most volunteers. Please read The Episcopal Diocese of Hawai‘i Safeguarding Policy and the Diocesan Safe Church Training Webpage. This training needs to be renewed every three years. Contact your church's Safe Church Administator or priest for more information, or if you have questions, email Nani Carroll.