This Weekend's

Nā hoʻailona (announcements)

The Twenty-fifth Sunday after Pentecost

Proper 28 - Track 2

The Holy Eucharist – Enrich Our Worship, Eucharistic Prayer 3

Gospel Summary:

Matthew 25:14–30 contains the Parable of the Talents, a story told by Jesus about responsibility, trust, and accountability while waiting for his return.

The Story

• The Departure: A wealthy master goes on a long journey. Before leaving, he entrusts his property to three servants "each according to his ability".

• The first servant receives five talents.

• The second servant receives two talents.

• The third servant receives one talent. (In ancient times, a single talent was a massive sum of money, equivalent to roughly 20 years of a worker's wages.)

• The Investment:

• The first servant trades with his five talents and gains five more.

• The second servant trades with his two talents and gains two more.

• The third servant digs a hole in the ground and hides his master's single talent out of fear and laziness.

• The Return and Reckoning: After a long time, the master returns to settle accounts.

• The first two servants present their doubled amounts. The master praises both as "good and faithful servants," invites them to share in his happiness, and gives them greater responsibilities.

• The third servant returns the original talent unchanged. He blames the master, calling him a "hard man" who reaps where he did not sow, and admits he hid the money because he was afraid.

Join us on Sundays at 9:30 a.m. or the evening before, Saturdays at 5 p.m., for Holy Eucharist, uplifting music, and a welcoming atmosphere. Explore the readings and use the links below to watch the livestream.

Afterward, connect with others at Coffee Hour in the Parish House.

For information about Sunday Discussion groups, just show up!

8:30 a.m. in the Parish House.

Keiki Church starts at 9 a.m. each Sunday! The keiki are brought into the church about the time Holy Communion begins!

Worship this Weekend

You can find the lectionary readings for this Sunday's service here.

Note: We are using Track 2 for the readings when available.

Our live stream is available on our website at StClem.org.

Service Bulletin: The Twenty-fifth Sunday of Pentecost

Our worship services are also live-streamed via

our Facebook Page and YouTube channel.

We stream live on our Facebook page. You can watch the service without needing to log in to Facebook.

Please check that the video player's sound is on and not muted. When you first tune in to the service, the sound may be muted. Please check and adjust the volume to your preferred level.

Parish Event Calendar

This Sunday's service

Ministers of Worship - opportunities available

Ministers of Worship, if you are vesting,

please be vested no later than 9:10 a.m.

Please note that if you are not vested by 9:10 a.m.,

a substitute may be appointed.

All others, please check in with the greeter

and let them know you are there!

Mahalo!

Our Next Parish T-Shirt? 😂

We are seriously considering ordering these as our next parish shirts! After all, Father Brian has even mentioned this in his sermons!

We love keeping our parish ʻohana informed, but sometimes we wonder if anyone is actually reading all those announcements we work so hard to put together!

So, please help us help you! Read your bulletin, check your emails, and stay in the know!

And remember, if you ask a question that's been answered in the bulletin for the past three weeks, don't be surprised if Father Brian points to his new T-shirt! 😂

With aloha and a little parish humor! ❤️

Sunday Morning

Adult Formation Groups

starting at 8:30 a.m.

All are welcome to join one of our discussion groups, which meet on Sunday Mornings at 8:30 a.m.

On Sunday mornings at 8:30 AM, we offer two educational discussion groups for churchgoers: Adult Discussion and Reading Between the Lines. Both groups are always open to everyone.

Meeting (In-person) Info & Zoom Links:

Click here to join the Adult Discussion meeting. They also meet in person at the Parish House.

The Bible Study/Reading Between the Lines meeting meets in person at the Parish House.

2027 Stewardship Campaign — Plenty Good Room

There is Plenty Good Room for everyone at St. Clement, and your generosity helps make that possible! Pledge cards for 2027 are available at the back of the church, and one will also be arriving in your mailbox soon.

We invite you to prayerfully consider how you will support our ʻohana of faith in the coming year through your time, talents, and financial gifts. Every pledge, regardless of size, helps us continue our mission of striving to love as Jesus loves.

YOU CAN FIND EXTRA PLEDGE CARDS IN THE BACK OF THE CHURCH!

Next Sunday, November 22, we will offer our pledges to God during the Offertory, followed by a special blessing.

Mahalo for helping make St. Clement a place where there is always Plenty Good Room!

Watch our Plenty Good Room for our 2027 Stewardship Campaign

The Class is on Saturday, right after

Word & Table!

Join us!

Take the Next Step in Your Faith!

Curious about the Episcopal Church? Want to deepen your understanding of the Sacraments and our life in Christ? Join Ashley Maynard and Father Brian for a welcoming six-week journey exploring our faith, traditions, and what it means to be Episcopalian.

Anyone and everyone is welcome to the entire series! Whether you're new to St. Clement or have been part of our ʻohana for years, there's something for everyone.

Classes begin Saturday, November 7, at 6 p.m., in Classroom 1 of the Parish House. See the flyer for the complete schedule.

Questions? Email info@StClem.org.

Come as you are. All are welcome!

The Reign of Christ the King

and

The Holy Sovereigns of Hawaiʻi

Sunday, November 22, 2026

A Joyful Celebration of Faith,

Hawaiian Music, and Aloha!

Join us on Sunday, November 22, as we celebrate Christ the King Sunday and commemorate the Holy Sovereigns of Hawaiʻi, King Kamehameha IV and Queen Emma.

As we bring the Church's liturgical year to a close, we will enjoy a joyful celebration filled with beautiful Hawaiian music! We are especially delighted that a guest choir will join the Choir at St. Clement to make this festive Eucharist even more memorable. And our own Hula group will be part of the service too!

Keiki Church begins at 9:00 a.m., and our keiki will join us in church around the Peace.

Following worship, we'll celebrate with a Hawaiian potluck lunch! Bring your favorite Hawaiian dish to share as we enjoy good food, fellowship, and the spirit of aloha.

Invite your family and friends! Come celebrate our faith, our Hawaiian heritage, and the joy of being together as God's ʻohana.

E komo mai!

Vendors Wanted! Makiki Community Yard Sale

Saturday, December 5 | 8 a.m. – Noon

Have something to sell? Join us for the Makiki Community Yard Sale at St. Clement! This is a wonderful opportunity to clear out your closets, sell your treasures, and connect with our neighbors.

Click here for the Vendor Application or stop by the Parish Office Monday–Thursday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m., to complete your application and pay your vendor fee.

Vendor fees help cover advertising and staffing costs. Our goal is to build community, not raise funds.

Questions? Email info@StClem.org.

E komo mai! Let's bring our Makiki ʻohana together!

It's Been Too Long Since Our Last BBQ!

Doesn't it seem like forever since we've gathered for a good old-fashioned St. Clement BBQ? Well, mark your calendars for Saturday, December 5, at 6 p.m., following Word & Table worship!

We'd love to have BBQs more often, but Rosemary and Robert could use some helping hands! We're looking for volunteers to help with setup, hosting during the BBQ, and cleanup afterward. Many hands make light work—and more volunteers mean more opportunities to gather as an ʻohana!

Bring a dish to share if you like, or simply come as you are! We'll have food, music, fun, and plenty of aloha!

Want to help? Email info@StClem.org or speak with Rosemary or Robert before or after church.

Everyone is welcome!

Upcoming Events

Parish Event Calendar

Mark your Calendars

November 2026

Saturday, November 7 through December 19 – Take The Next Step In Your Faith classes each Saturday evening at 6 p.m., excluding Thanksgiving Weekend.

Saturday, November 14 - Ordination and Consecration of the Sixth Bishop of Hawaiʻi – Tickets are required. See www.EpiscopalHawaii.org for more information.

Thursday, November 18 - Thanksgiving Food Drive Chapel

Sunday, November 22 – The Reign of Christ the King and the Feast of the Holy Sovereigns (transferred) – Hawaiian music and Hawaiian potluck dinner following the service.

Wednesday, November 25 – Interfaith Thanksgiving Service with pies to follow at the Lutheran Church of Honolulu – Father Brian preaching

Thursday and Friday, November 26 and 27 – The Parish Office is Closed for Thanksgiving

Sunday, November 29 – The start of Advent and the new Liturgical Year (B)

December 2026

Saturday, December 5 – Makiki Community Yard Sale starts at 8 a.m., and St. Clement’s Famous BBQ follows the 5 p.m. Worship Service.

Saturday and Sunday, December 5 and 6 – The Feast of St. Clement of Alexandria

Saturday, December 12 – Blue Christmas service at 5 p.m.

Thursday, December 24 – Christmas Eve service – Family Service with Holy Eucharist at 5 p.m., Festive Candlelit Christmas Eve with Holy Eucharist service at 8 p.m.

Friday, December 25 – Christmas Day service with music at 9:30 a.m.

Thursday, Friday, and Monday, December 24, 25, and 28 – The Parish Office is Closed for Christmas.

Thursday, December 31 – Parish Office Closed for New Year’s.

January 2027

Sunday, January 25 – Annual Parish Meeting following worship.

February 2027

Wednesday, February 3 – Confirmations, Receptions, and Affirmations with Bishop Libby at St. Clement at 6 p.m.

Our Parish Calendar is a comprehensive resource for finding a wide range of worship services, events, and community-building opportunities designed to engage and enrich our congregation. We encourage all parish members to consult the calendar regularly to stay informed about upcoming activities and to foster collaboration and connection within our community.

By participating in these events, you not only enhance your own experience but also contribute to the vibrant life of our parish.

For questions about the calendar or an event, please email the office.

Parish Event Calendar

Exciting Changes Are Coming to

Keiki Church!

Keiki Church is growing, and so is our need for more room! What a wonderful blessing to see our youngest members growing in faith, friendship, and love for Jesus!

To make room for this growth, we will soon be moving Keiki Church to a larger space on our campus.

Stay tuned for some exciting changes! We look forward to sharing more as we continue making room for our keiki to learn, explore, and experience God's love.

Would you like to be part of this exciting ministry? We are looking for parishioners who would enjoy spending time with our keiki just once a month. If you are interested, please schedule a time to meet with Father Brian to learn more!

There is always Plenty Good Room at St. Clement!

A New Opportunity to Experience Word & Table!

As we transition between parish musicians, our Saturday evening Word & Table service at 5:00 p.m. will become a spoken service, without music, for the time being.

This will make our worship a little shorter while preserving the warmth, fellowship, and celebration of the Holy Eucharist that make this service special.

If you've been thinking about giving Word & Table a try, now might be the perfect time! Come as you are, bring a friend, and join us for a peaceful and meaningful way to begin your Sunday worship weekend.

All are welcome at St. Clement, where we strive to love as Jesus loves!

Aloha St. Clement’s School ‘Ohana,

We’re excited to offer more ways for our St. Clement’s families to join us for Imagination 2027: St. Clement’s in Bloom! Water and Seed table sponsorships, along with individual tickets, are now available. We also have a limited number of Light and Full Bloom table sponsorships remaining.

Join us Saturday, January 30, 2027, at 5:00 PM at the Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort for an evening of celebration, connection, and giving back to the school we love.

Imagination is St. Clement’s School’s only fundraiser of the year. Your participation—through attending, donating, contributing to our auctions, or a combination of these—supports the programs, enrichment opportunities, campus improvements, and special experiences that help our children thrive.

We can’t wait to celebrate with you! For additional questions, please email NaOhana@StClem.com.

If you are interested in attending, please reach out to

Father Brian or the St. Clement's School Office.

A Joyful and Historic Day for

the Episcopal Church in Hawaiʻi!

Saturday, November 14, 2026, at 10:00 a.m.

A new chapter in the life of our Diocese is about to begin!

On Saturday, November 14, the Reverend Elizabeth “Libby” Berman will be Ordained and Consecrated as the Sixth Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Hawaiʻi at the Cathedral of St. Andrew in Honolulu. The Most Reverend Sean Rowe, Presiding Bishop of The Episcopal Church, will serve as Chief Consecrator.

Even if you have not made a reservation to attend in person, you can still be part of this historic and joyful celebration! The entire service will be livestreamed, allowing our ʻohana of faith to join in worship, thanksgiving, and prayer from wherever we may be.

Watch the service online at:

https://www.episcopalhawaii.org/

As we prepare to welcome Bishop-elect Libby, let us continue to surround her with our prayers. May God grant her wisdom and grace, strengthen her in the ministry of Word and Sacrament, and guide her as she seeks truth, promotes unity, and leads our Diocese in the ways of righteousness, compassion, and peace.

There is much hope for the future of our Church in these islands, and much joy in welcoming the gifts and leadership that Bishop-elect Libby brings to this new ministry.

Whether you are sitting in the Cathedral or watching from your living room, you are part of this sacred moment in the life of our Church.

Let us rejoice together and give thanks to God for the ministry that lies ahead!

Mahalo i ke Akua! Thanks be to God!

Rainbow Initiative inspires Paris cathedral’s growing LGBTQ+ ministry

By Lynette Wilson

[Episcopal News Service] The American Cathedral in Paris has, for years, welcomed LGBTQ+ persons. But while the cathedral’s inclusivity was a given to the congregation, it was not always obvious to others in the community.

That began to change in 2023, when the cathedral signed on as a Rainbow Initiative covenant congregation and leaned into awareness, updating the cathedral’s website to tell the church’s story of LGBTQ+ full inclusion in French and English, and to direct refugees to service providers.