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KA LEO O KEALOHA ( The Voice of Love )
Kaumakapili Church 766 N. King St., Honolulu, HI 96817
Email: [email protected] Website: www.kaumakapili.org
Facebook: www.facebook.com/kaumakapili.org
“Nōlaila ho‘i, o ka mea lohe i kēia mau ‘ōlelo a‘u, a mala ho‘i ia,
E ho‘ohālike iā ia me ke kanaka na‘auao,
nana i kūkulu kona hale maluna o ka pōhaku.” [Mataio 7:24]
“Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them to practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock.” [Matthew 7:24]
Volume 11, Issue 11 ‘Okakopa 2014
Scripture
"This is my last gift to you, this example of a way of life: a
life of hard work, a life of helping the weak, a life that
echoes every day those words of Jesus our King, who said,
“It is more blessed to give than to receive."
[The Voice: Acts 20:35]
Aloha e na hoahanau me na hoaloha,
Why do you give to your church?
We each have different motivations and capacities for
giving, and every gift and pledge is gratefully received. Your
Board of Stewardship’s one hope is that your support for our
ministries comes from a profound sense of gratitude and joy
for all you receive through your relationship with God and the
members of our church.
That’s why we’ve chosen “Blessed to be a blessing” as
our stewardship theme this year. We are blessed. We share a
strong faith with each other. We celebrate the joyful events in
each other’s lives and comfort each other in times of trial and
sorrow. We welcome everyone and anyone to join us, and we
change the lives of people in our community – people who
may never set foot in our church – simply because they have
no one else to turn to, and we are here, and we count ourselves
blessed.
Our church has ministered faithfully for more than 176
years – not because members have given year after year out
of duty, obligation, guilt or fear. Such motivations can’t
sustain an institution for nearly two centuries. No, our
church is still here, still strong and vibrant, because genera-
tions and generations of members have counted themselves
blessed and have therefore supported its mission with
generous gifts of gratitude and joy. Now it’s up to us.
In worship, fellowship, study and faith-sharing groups,
service opportunities and more, we’re growing as an
extended family. Your generous gift will continue to build
the web of caring and community for all. As you count
yourself “blessed to be a blessing,” please consider increas-
ing your pledge for 2014 and beyond.
Stewardship Sunday is November 9th. Please plan now
to worship at 10:30 a.m. Over the next few weeks you’ll be
hearing from the Board of Stewardship and some special,
deeply personal messages from members of our church
family who feel blessed to be among us. Please use this
time to reflect on the many ways you can count yourself
blessed and then
give gratefully, gen-
erously, and joyful-
ly in support of our
ministries in 2014.
Sincerely in Christ,
Kahu Kamanu
Kahu’s Korner By Kahu Richard K. Kamanu
Kahu Mua
Ka Leo O Kealoha, page 8
October
October 5, 2014
Psalms 80:7-15
Matthew 21:33-46
Exodus 20:1-4, 7-9
October 12, 2014
Psalms 106:1-6, 19-23
Matthew 22:1-14
Exodus 32:1-14
October 19, 2014
Psalms 96:1-9
Matthew 22:15-22
Exodus 33:12-23
October 26, 2014
Psalms 1
Matthew 22:34-46
1 Thessalonians 2:1-8
Birthdays
OCTOBER
October 1 Margaret Tamanaha
October 7 Francis Malani Jr.
October 8 Kanoe Wong
October 13 Ruby Kaneao
October 14 Tiffany Canonigo
October 15 Gertrude Cabacungan
October 18 Marcus Maunakea
October 19 Annabell Lakalo
October 20 Florencio Cabacungan
October 21 Lehuanani Castro
Suelun Chronister
October 23 Gordon Bright
October 24 Leocadia Heleloa
October 25 Chelsea Fernandez
October 27 Myrtle Vetekina-Stewart
October 28 Tatiana Hurley
October 29 Caroline Malani
If you do not see your birthday listed, it means the office does not have the
information on file. Please contact the office with your information and we
will update our records.
October Flowers
October 5: In Memory of Lily Kekahuna
October 12: In Memory of Henry Maunakea
October 19: A. Lakalo, Marcus, Tati
October 26: Kahu Kamanu- KS75 Classmates
The Kaumakapili Church Mission Statement Kaumakapili Church, thankful for the gifts received from God, founded in 1838 for the maka‘āinana, the common folk, rich in Hawai‘ian tradition and diverse backgrounds, bounded in covenant with all in the United Church of Christ, led by the Spirit, declares its mission to glorify God by bearing the fruits of God’s aloha and gifts, and so proving to be faithful disciples of Christ, who are equipped for the work of the ministry of proclaiming the good news for all people: by witnessing in word and deed, by serving those in need, by welcoming and receiving all people into the church fellowship, and by nurturing and equipping the church members for the growth of the Body of Christ.
Ka Leo O Kealoha, page 2 Ka Leo O Kealoha, page 7
‘Okakopa 2014 ACTIVITIES
Lāpule Pō‘akahi Pō‘alua Pō‘akolu Pō‘aha Pō‘alima Pō‘aono
1 Ke‘ena ‘Ohina:
5-8p Halau Board Room:
2-4p Ukulele Class (See Matt Motas to confirm)
2 Board Room:
3-5p Ukulele Class(See Matt Motas to confirm) Sanctuary:
6:00pm Choir Rehearsal
3
4 Ke’ena Ohina:
8am BOD Mtg.
5
Sanctuary:
9-9:30a Children’s Worship Time 9:30 - 10:15a Baibala 10:30a-12n Worship Communion Board Room:
9-10a Ukulele Class Neighbors in Need Offering
6 Kahu’s Day Off
7 Hale Aloha:
7:30-9 Food Bank Prep
8 Hale Aloha:
8:00-10:00 Food Bank Ke‘ena ‘Ohina:
5-8p Halau Board Room:
2-4p Ukulele Class (See Matt Motas to confirm)
9 Board Room:
3-5p Ukulele Class(See Matt Motas to confirm) Sanctuary:
6:00pm Choir Rehearsal
10
11
12 Kahu’s Vacation Sanctuary: 9-9:30 Children’s Worship Time 9:30 - 10:15a Baibala 10:30a-12n Worship Board Room:
9-10a Ukulele Class 12n Council Mtg. Membership Orientation
13 Kahu’s Day Off
14
15 Ke‘ena ‘Ohina:
5-8p Halau Board Room:
2-4p Ukulele Class(See Matt Motas to confirm)
16 Board Room:
3-5p Ukulele Class(See Matt Motas to confirm)
17 Aha Halawai
18 Aha Halawai
19
Sanctuary: 9-9:30 Children’s Worship Time 9:30 - 10:15a Baibala 10:30a-12n Worship Board Room:
9-10a Ukulele Class BAPTISMS
Aloha Sunday
Membership Orientation
20Kahu’s Day Off
21 Hale Aloha:
7:30-9 Food Bank Prep
22 Hale Aloha:
8:00-10:00 Food Bank Board Room:
2-4p Ukulele Class(See Matt Motas to confirm)
23 Board Room:
3-5p Ukulele Class(See Matt Motas to confirm)
24
25
26 Sanctuary: 9-9:30a Children’s Worship Time 9:30 - 10:15a Baibala 10:30a-12n Worship Board Room:
9-10a Ukulele Class Food Bank Sunday Membership Orientation Fall Festival/Ho’ike
27Kahu’s Day Off 28
29 Hale Aloha:
8:00-10:00 Food Bank Board Room:
2-4p Ukulele Class(See Matt Motas to confirm)
30 Board Room:
3-5p Ukulele Class(See Matt Motas to confirm)
31 Ke’ena Ohina:
6pm Youth Group Halloween Party
10/7/14
Ka Leo O Kealoha, page 3 Ka Leo O Kealoha, page 6
Oyez, Oyez, Oyez
Hear Ye, Hear Ye, Hear ye
The Town Crier in the Middle Ages and even earlier
was the vocal newsman of the time making important
announcements about happenings in the town, meetings,
births, deaths, any noteworthy news. The Crier carried a bell
which he rung with great vigor and announced his presence
in a booming voice,"hear ye, hear ye, hear ye", and people
would gather 'round to hear the latest news or gossip. The
first mention of a Crier in the Bible may be found in the
Douay–Rheims Catholic translation of the Bible in Genesis
41: 43, "And he made him go up into his second chariot, the
crier proclaiming that all should bow their knee before him,
and that they should know he was made governor over the
whole land of Egypt."
The Nomination Committee is the "Crier" for the church
when we canvas members and friends to serve on Boards and
Committees. We are always looking for different and
innovative ways to get people to "hear ye, hear ye, hear ye".
So, we are launching a series of articles in our monthly
newsletter called "Hear Ye, Hear Ye, Hear Ye". What we
hope to feature is each Board and Committee and maybe
share some insightful stories or anecdotes from members.
The first committee is us, the Nomination Committee.
It says in the church By-Laws that the Committee shall
consist of three members. Currently the three members are
Zena Kaehu, Iris deRego and Roberta Jahrling. Our job is to
provide names of eligible nominees for all open positions on
the execs and the boards and committees of the Church
Council and to present a slate of nominees to the Church
Council at its December meeting. The slate would then be
presented to the church membership for vote at the annual
meeting.
As committee members we like to keep an open mind
and a positive attitude that we will find people in the
vineyard to do God's work. He is an awesome God and we
are confident that both members and non-members serving
as committee members or kokua will hear the Crier's call,
"hear he, hear ye, hear ye".
Serving on the Committee gives us the opportunity to
get out into our church family to talk to members and
friends. Our goal is to know who the workers are in God's
vineyard. The soil is fertile, we just need to turn the soil
over, sow the seeds of God's love, sprinkle as much
information and knowledge as possible and wait for the
harvesting.
As the "criers"
for the church
we just love to
tell the stories
of the good
works of the
boards and
committees.
So, stay tuned
for more shar-
ing from the
Nomination
Committee.
Upcoming Events
OCTOBER Sun., Oct 5-8th UCC Camp Erdman Youth Camp
Sun., Oct. 12, 19, 26 Membership Orientation Classes
Fri./Sat., Oct. 17-18 ‘Aha Halawai-Big Island
Sat., Oct. 18th ‘Aha Mokupuni-Nuuanu, 8am
Sun., Oct 26 Fall Festival/OSCA Ho‘ike
Fri., Oct. 31 Youth Group Halloween Party
NOVEMBER
Tue., Nov. 11 Office Closed- Veteran’s Day
Fri., Nov. 14 Youth Group
Sun., Nov. 16 Founder’s Day Service
Sat., Nov. 22 Youth Service Project
Sun., Nov. 23 New Members Received
Tue., Nov. 25 Advent Study 1
Continued from Page 1
Mahalo nui for
all who contributed to the
Give Aloha Campaign!
The Foodbank
The Tenth Annual Hunger Walk sponsored by the
Hawaii Foodbank was a success in many ways. It
showed the concern the greater community has for
those less fortunate and in need. The Foodbank had
more walkers this year than ever before. The crowd at
the beginning of the walk was excited and full of
energy, despite the hot weather! The Kaumakapili
walkers enthusiastically helped contribute to the
success. The Church had more walkers this year than
last year (many more), and the supporters of the
walkers contributed a record amount for the benefit of
our food bank.
Our walkers ranged in age from 2
to 72, and many families took part. It
was truly heart-warming to see our
families there, especially the younger
folk. There were an estimated 30
Kaumakapili faithful present, a true
showing of the church's commitment to this program.
Unfortunately, the financial results won't be announced
until the end of October, but we can safely say that
contributions were double that of last year.
A huge mahalo to Aunty Wendy Garcia and Aunty
Claudia Kahalekulu for encouraging our families and
others to participate, and a huge mahalo as well to the
supporters. More information about the Walk will be
shared next month.
Initially, this was to be a brief and simple
announcement of the annual UCC’s Neighbors in Need
special offering. However, we beg your understanding
and prayerful participation in the sharing and discussions
taking place within your Board of Stewardship.
Therefore, your BOS is informing our Kaumakapili
Church ohana we will be promoting the UCC’s Neighbor
in Need special offering beginning on October 7th.
The focus of the year’s NIN special offerings, being
promoted by our denomination’s Justice and Witness
Ministries, is on education, as we see in the promotional
literature enclosed in our Sunday Worship Bulletin. But,
we do report the funds are awarded to a wide range of
innovative and locally creative programs addressing the
JWM vision of “to do justice, seek peace and build
communities”.
To assure you that some NIN funds do make it
back,to Hawaii, we can report Kaumakapili Church was
a grantee as support of our Outreach program a few years
back. Another grant was made to the Waipa project on
Kauai for the community to purchase a tractor. That
provided members of the coop the ability to increase their
acreage for planting taro. The poi production has
increased and the cost remained affordable. The kupuna
especially benefitted. These are just two examples of
funds returning and helpful.
And yes, your BOS is tasked to manage the “Five
for Five” annual UCC denomination’s mission program
for which we receive a certificate. The four special
offerings are One Great Hour of Sharing on the 4th
Sunday of Lent, Strengthen the Church at Pentecost,
Neighbors in Need on World Communion Sunday and the
Christmas Fund/Veterans of the Cross on the 4th Sunday
of Advent. Finally we contribute as a congregation for
basic support. to OCWM (Our Churches’ Wider
Missions). We, at Kaumakapili Church, also do the Henry
Opukahaia Scholarship fund for the Hawaii Conference
UCC. That actually makes us a Six for Six congregation.
So, yes, we come to you often.
Your BOS seek your support as we attempt to
responsibly engage in our duties on your behalf.
Stewardship Committee
October
7
8
21
22
November
11
12
25
26
Food Prep Day
Distribution
Food Prep Day
Distribution
Food Prep Day
Distribution
Food Prep Day
Distribution
7:30-9:00am
7:30-10:00am
7:30-9:00am
7:30-10:00am
7:30-9:00am
7:30-10:00am
7:30-9:00am
7:30-10:00am
Food Bank Volunteer Schedule
Ka Leo O Kealoha, page 4 Ka Leo O Kealoha, page 5
being groomed to care for our pokii and their Christian
walk. As we make ready the ministry internally, it now
becomes our work to evangelize and offer the love of
Christ to a hurting world.
Managing Vineyard Assets
One of our kuleana as a people of God is to
steward well the gifts He has blessed us with. Our
church is rich in endowments and land which has been
gifted to us. As Hawaiians we are reminded of how
sacred this type of gift is. As a Christian we know that
this gift is to forward the kingdom of God. Members
of our Kaumakapili Foundation have been working
week in and week out on making sure our back end
resources our maintained for the future of the church.
Kamalulani O Keoneula now comes on-line for us as a
means to do ministry. We own the fee for two units
that sit right behind our church at Hale O Kanoa. In the
near future we might be seeing a sale of one unit to
further endow the future work of the church. Our new
facility to be located where the old SRC office now sits
should be undergoing construction in early 2015.
These are more of the visible assets that they manage;
however, the daily grind of watching our liquid
investments is constant and our prayers for this group
are welcomed. Mahalo to the Foundation committee
for watching our back!
Our Vineyard Finances
It is important for us to know that our church faces
the same financial challenges as we all do in our
personal lives. Although we try to manage the
churches financial resources like a business, we also
know that being a people of faith responsible for
Kaumakapili calls us to allow God to show his
direction in the overall financial picture as well. The
church does run a negative balance in its checking
account month to month and there are many opinions
on how we arrive at that. A very basic look at this says
we expend more than we bring in. I am not asking for
us to give more (or maybe I am?). What I would like
us to focus on is feeding the flock the things of the
Spirit. Our finances do not determine our future. The
key is in the advancing of the Kingdom in the world we
live in today that will bring financial fruits. Enlarging
our congregation will definitely bring resources that
God will use. It is our prayer to find the vision that
God wants us to catch in order to raise fruits for the
Kingdom.
Thank you all for your aloha and may God bless
you and your families through out the month of
October.
Trevor Maunakea
Pa Lawaina
Aloha members, family, and friends.
I hope this issue of our newsletter finds you and
your Ohana in good health and walking with the Holy
Spirit.
Kahu’s sermon on Sunday October 5th made
reference to the Vineyard of God. Of course it caught
my ear and made me look closer at the scripture which
came from Matthew 21:33-46. My take away from that
scripture for us to pray on is verse 43, 43 “Therefore I
tell you that the kingdom of God will be taken away
from you and given to a people who will produce its
fruit…” I take that as a challenge to be sure we produce
fruits in the vineyard we are all working in called
Kaumakapili. I pray that you will join me in that effort.
Interim Pastoral Leadership for the Vineyard
We are working with our AHEC association in
conjunction with the United Church of Christ Hawaii
Conference to find a potential interim pastor for us. The
list of names are short; however, I am not too worried
about that knowing that we do have strong lay
leadership that can carry us through. Our churches
reach in working with a pool of Kahus to help us so far
which makes for a nice back up plan. Our goal is to find
an interim minister that could serverus on a part-time
basis for 6 months to a year.
Future Pastoral Leadership for the Vineyard
We are at the point of asking members of the church
to consider serving on the search committee. The
church council has been submitting names to be
considered and now being prayed over by the
individuals. Please see my brief timeline of events that
have happened.
Focus on the next generation of Vineyard Leaders
In a previous newsletter I had made mention of a
ground swell of effort to look toward the next generation
of Kaumakapili families and young people. I am happy
to report that we have embarked on a journey with
Ms. Kalaiku Kaowili to be our new youth leader. The
aim is to bring about an environment of Christian
relationships couched in Hawaiian values. Our prayer is
for good fruits to be harvested out of this ministry of our
church. Our leaders are also offering confirmation
classes for high school students in an effort to grow the
future of Kaumakapili. A younger teaching staff is
Imi I Ke Kahu A Kaumakapili Journey in Seeking its Future Shepherd
This is a quick history of our progress so far and a look ahead at some next steps.
Receiving and Accepting Kahu's Resignation
Governing board, or other designated body, accept the
resignation.
Notify the church members.
Contact your conference or association office.
Meet with the appropriate conference or
association staff person.
Plan with the resigning pastor the period from
resignation to departure.
Bring records up-to-date.
Plan an exit interview.
Hold an exit interview.
Planning for an Interim Season
Understand and accept the church's history.
Renew the church's sense of mission.
Be prepared for a shift in leadership.
Be committed to denominational linkages.
Become committed to new leaders and a new future.
Develop goals and objectives for the interim period.
Negotiate a clear, specific, and realistic contract.
Developing a Local Church Profile and
Organizing the Search
Prepare the Local Church Profile.
Appoint a Search Committee in accordance with the
constitution and bylaw requirements of your church.
Appoint a chairperson and a secretary.
Agree on some basic understandings.
Meet with the appropriate conference or association staff
person.
Establish a schedule.
Send an informative letter to every household in the church.
Carefully study the Local Church Profile.
Ask the governing board for a preliminary determination of
salary and benefits.
Set a cut-off date for receiving Ministerial Profile
Status
Completed at April Council Meeting
Completed via Newsletter and Kahu Personal Letter to Members
Completed via President Letter to HCUCC
Completed via President September 2014
Kahu is planning church calendar up until Easter Sunday Executive
Committee now preparing with office staff
Pastoral Relations Committee has been tasked to complete Pastoral
Relations Committee to hold exit interview with report.
Status
This process is being done at council level through its leaders
Council has accepted the shift and now looking forward
President to report to HCUCC of status through out process
The new future is now being prayed on as we discuss church growth
Still needs to be determined
Still needs to be determined
Status
Need to begin
People are being asked to consider serving
To be determined after formation of committee
To be determined after formation of committee
To be scheduled once committee is set
To be determined by Committee and Council
To be done upon the blessing of committee members
To be done by committee
Executive Committee now looking at future salary package
To be done by committee