St. Augustine's Newsletter

June 13, 2025

6/13/2025

In this issue...

Vicar's message - In a world that aches for healing, Spirit is speaking, inviting us to listen. Spirit supports us as we flow while urging us to stretch our imaginations. We are co-creating a new world as we learn to embrace Christ within. As heavy as we might feel given the state of the world, we are held by the wonders of Creation. Our planet is knit in triune harmony by God — Creator, Redeemer, and Sustainer — who reminds us to carry just the part we’re ready for, together, with love. Read the rest of the Vicar's message in our newsletter here or watch last Sunday's sermon here.
Jeannette Hensel celebrates her 100th birthday - Join us for a grand celebration! We'll gather for lunch, hosted by her 'ohana, and share joy and gratitude for all Jeannette has done for our church 'ohana.
Craft Night! - Learn to Crochet - Wednesday, June 18 at 6:30 pm - All are welcome to join us for a fun night of creativity and community as we learn to crochet. No experience necessary; we'll provide the yarn!
Community Meal - June 20 at 5:30 pm - Join us for great food and company. All are welcome!

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June 6, 2025

6/6/2025

In this issue...

Vicar's message - Spirit flows like water: soft but strong, shaping even the hardest places in us. Spirit radiates like fire: igniting wisdom and warming us into connection. When we move with this Spirit-flow, we can shift beyond fears or fixed answers. We become part of something larger, a sacred current drawing us toward healing and wholeness. Read the rest of the Vicar's message in our newsletter here or watch last Sunday's sermon here.
Jeannette Hensel celebrates her 100th birthday - Join us for a grand celebration! We'll gather for lunch, hosted by her 'ohana, and share joy and gratitude for all Jeannette has done for our church 'ohana.
Craft Night! - Learn to Crochet - Wednesday, June 18 at 6:30 pm - All are welcome to join us for a fun night of creativity and community as we learn to crochet. No experience necessary; we'll provide the yarn!

Read this issue of St. Augustine's newsletter here.

May 2, 2025

5/2/2025

In this issue...

Vicar's message - Easter isn’t over. It never was just a single morning of fragrant plumerias and joyful alleluias—it’s a transformation still unfolding. This Sunday, we’ll reflect on the story of Christ appearing to the disciples on the shore, preparing breakfast, and asking Peter a simple but soul-piercing question: Do you love me?
MamaJam - May 10 from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm - All are welcome to celebrate mothers and Motherhood at this fun event. Come enjoy live music, ono food, and shopping at local vendors' booths and St. Augustine's Thrift Shop.
Craft Night - May 14 at 6:30 pm - Join us for a fun night of crocheting and making art cards!
Food Preservation Workshops - Learn to preserve local meats and vegetables, complete meals you can store on a shelf! Class limited to 10.

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April 25, 2025

4/25/2025

In this issue...

Vicar's message - Mahalo nui to all who celebrated Holy Week and Easter with us!
TONIGHT! Tiny Church Concert - Native American Flute - April 25 at 5:30 pm - Come hear award-winning Native American flutist Randy McGinnis, who is of Cherokee descent. He'll share beautiful music and stories during this hour-long concert.
MamaJam - May 10 from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm - All are welcome to celebrate mothers and Motherhood at this fun event. Come enjoy live music, ono food, and shopping at local vendors' booths and St. Augustine's Thrift Shop.
Photos from Holy Week and Easter - See how we observed this most holy time of our church year.
New edition of the Hawaiian Church Chronicle - Read the April 10th newsletter from our diocese.

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April 19, 2025

4/19/2025

In this issue...

Vicar's message - "This is the night!" We'll hear these words this evening as we step into Easter, celebrating the resurrection of Christ. Our Lenten journeys have offered gifts of time set aside to pray and reflect on our spiritual growth in Christ. Please join us for Easter celebrations, starting this evening!
Potluck Easter Brunch - Please bring side dishes, pupus, or desserts for our potluck feast!
Tiny Church Concert - Native American Flute - April 25 at 5:30 pm - Come hear award-winning Native American flutist Randy McGinnis, who is of Cherokee descent. He'll share beautiful music and stories during this hour-long concert.

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April 11, 2025

4/11/2025

In this issue...

Vicar's message - Deepen your spiritual life during Holy Week! You are invited to six experiences that take us through the foundational journey of our souls through our Christian faith. Each of the six services offers a unique opportunity for spiritual reflection, including a creation-inspired labyrinth at noon on Good Friday.
Holy Week & Easter Services - Join us for Palm Sunday, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, the Easter Vigil, and Easter Sunday. All are welcome! Click the link below for details.
MamaJam - May 10 from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm - Come celebrate mothers and motherhood with us! Shop for a sweet gift for your mom. Local vendors, ono food, live music. All are welcome!

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April 4, 2025

4/4/2025

In this issue...

Vicar's message - Sometimes words get in the way. Sometimes our thoughts spin out of control into the "what if" scenarios that take our minds to dark thoughts. In this week's gospel story, we learn about Mary's ability to bypasses mental negativity in favor of heartfelt care. Reflecting Jesus' gift of love, Mary stays in the present moment, where Jesus is with her, in the flesh, and alive.
Holy Week & Easter Services - Join us for Palm Sunday, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, the Easter Vigil, and Easter Sunday. All are welcome! Click the link below for details.
Craft Night! - Learn to Crochet - Wednesday, April 9 at 6:30 pm - All are welcome to join us for a fun night of creativity and community as we learn to crochet. No experience necessary; we'll provide the yarn!
MamaJam - May 10 from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm - Come celebrate mothers and motherhood with us! Shop for a sweet gift for your mom. Local vendors, ono food, live music. All are welcome!

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March 28, 2025

3/28/2025

In this issue...

Vicar's message - Explore ways to engage with and deepen your spiritual practice during Lent through prayer and meditation, poetry, mindful movement and more.
A New Community Meal! - Tuesday, March 28, 2025 at 5:30 pm - Kohala Cares and St. Augustine’s are excited to announce our next joint venture! Together, we're hosting a community meal at Walker Hall. Enjoy a buffet-style, sit-down dinner featuring vegetarian lasagna, salad, and garlic bread, prepared by Peter Pomeranze and volunteers.
Craft Night! - Learn to Crochet - Wednesday, April 9 at 6:30 pm - All are welcome to join us for a fun night of creativity and community as we learn to crochet. No experience necessary; we'll provide the yarn!
MamaJam - May 10 from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm - Come celebrate mothers and motherhood with us! Shop for a sweet gift for your mom. Local vendors, ono food, live music. All are welcome!

Read this issue of St. Augustine's newsletter here.

March 21, 2025

3/21/2025

In this issue...

Vicar's message - Have you gone down a rabbit hole lately? No judgment — it's part of life. The key is recognizing when it's time to refocus. This Lent, we are invited to focus on who we are becoming spiritually, no matter what’s happening in the world. Stepping outside the rabbit holes of finger-pointing and division allows us to tend the rich soil of our souls, the most meaningful way to bring the love and positive change the world needs.
Celebration of Life for Juana Mejia - March 25, 2025 at 10:00 am.
A New Community Meal! - Tuesday, March 28, 2025 at 5:30 pm - Kohala Cares and St. Augustine’s are excited to announce our next joint venture! Together, we're hosting a community meal at Walker Hall. Enjoy a buffet-style, sit-down dinner featuring vegetarian lasagna, salad, and garlic bread, prepared by Peter Pomeranze and volunteers.
Craft Night! - Learn to Crochet - Wednesday, April 9 at 6:30 pm - All are welcome to join us for a fun night of creativity and community as we learn to crochet. No experience necessary; we'll provide the yarn!
MamaJam - May 10 from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm - Come celebrate mothers and motherhood with us! Shop for a sweet gift for your mom. Local vendors, ono food, live music. All are welcome!

Read this issue of St. Augustine's newsletter here.

March 14, 2025

3/14/2025

In this issue...

Vicar's message - Fear, war, and chaos are timeless realities, shaping both human history and our present world. God can seem distant in times of turmoil. The stories from this Sunday's lectionary remind us that faith isn’t about the absence of fear or doubt—it’s about choosing to trust despite the unknowns we face.
Celebration of Life - Arcadio Badua - March 22, 2025 at 10:00 am.
Celebration of Life - Juana Mejia - March 25, 2025 at 10:00 am.
A New Community Meal! - Tuesday, March 28, 2025 at 5:30 pm - Kohala Cares and St. Augustine’s are excited to announce our next joint venture! Together, we're hosting a community meal at Walker Hall. Enjoy a buffet-style, sit-down dinner featuring vegetarian lasagna, salad, and garlic bread, prepared by Peter Pomeranze and volunteers.

Read this issue of St. Augustine's newsletter here.

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