Looking Ahead
2010 Hoʻokupu Makahiki
November 1-30, 2010
The 2010 Hoʻokupu Makahiki or annual appeal is held each year throughout the month of November. Members and friends of the church will be invited to share a special gift to support the ongoing mission and ministry of the church.
The annual appeal is a part of the stewardship program of the church. This makahiki season will mark the ninth year of the appeal for special gifts during the season of harvest and thanksgiving.
“Kalaupapa”
Saturday, November 20th
Taka Harada, a member of Keawalaʻi Congregational Church, will serve as resource persons for a workshop on “Kalaupapa.” The workshop will be held from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon on Saturday, November 20, 2010 in Hale O Kukahiko, the classroom and office building.
Taka is an active member of Ka ʻOhana O Kalaupapa, an organization that is working with the National Park Service to establish a memorial for those who died on the Kalaupapa Peninsula from Hansen’s disease. The workshop will include a look at the history of the settlements at Kalawao and Kalaupapa as well as the current effort to make certain that the story of the patients is preserved for future generations.
Taka is in the process of publishing “Kalauapapa in Poetry,” reflections of his numerous visits with his brother, the late Paul Harada, who was “sent” to Kalaupapa as a child from their family home in Wainiha, Kauaʻi.
The workshop will provide information on how you can help with the work that is underway to preserve the memories and stories of the patients and families of Kalaupapa.
Congregational Meeting
Sunday, November 21st
General Members & Associate Members are invited to attend a Congregational Meeting set for Sunday, November 21, 2010. The meeting will begin at 12:00 noon in the Hale Pule following lunch.
The Outreach Committee will be providing the lunch. Donations are requested not required. Proceeds received from the luncheon will be designated to the Local Mission Fund of the church. The fund provides support for individuals and families in need throughout Maui County.
The congregational meeting will focus on several items including an update on the pavilion project and more information on guidelines for the cemetery and columbarium.
Thanksgiving Day Service
& Potluck
Luncheon
Thursday, November 26th
The annual Thanksgiving Day Service & Potluck Luncheon will be held on Thursday, November 25, 2010. The service will begin at 11:00 a.m. in the sanctuary.
A potluck luncheon will follow at 12:00 noon. Turkey and trimmings will be provided. Members, friends and visitors are invited to bring a side dish to share. A sign-up sheet will be available at the Greeter’s Table beginning on Sunday, November 7th.
Drinks as well as plates, napkins and utensils will be provided.
2010 Advent Service
Sunday, November 28th
The Annual Advent Service will be held on Sunday, November 28, 2010 beginning at 6:30 p.m. The evening will feature anthems, hymns, and songs by the adult choir, Nā Leo Nahenahe and the members of the Music Ministry Team including Danny Brown and Ellen Caringer. The choir will be under the direction of Stephen Haines.
All are welcome to a special evening of worship.Worship in August
Kahu Kealahou Alika is scheduled to be on vacation throughout the month of August. However, he will be preaching and serving as the celebrant for the Lord’s Supper at the 7:30 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. worship services on Sunday, August 1, 2010.
During his time away worship will be led by Taka Harada, and Uncle Jimmy Aaron, both are lay pastors of Keawalaʻi. Taka Harada will lead the service on Sunday, August 15th and Sunday, August 22nd. Uncle Jimmy Aarona will lead the service on Sunday August 22nd and Sunday, August 29th.
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