A message from our Rector

Aloha kakou,

1.ASCENSION: Twelve hearty souls gathered for drive-in Ascension Morning Prayer yesterday.  Heavy cloud cover was the only thing that kept our cars from ascending to heaven!  Watch the service on our website or our Facebook.
2. PENTECOST & TRINITY:  The Governor, Mayor, AND Bishop now permit us to have IN PERSON WORSHIP beginning May 31, PENTECOST!  In keeping with Bishop's urging, both May 31 and June 7 (Trinity) services will be short Morning Prayers, as we re-accustom ourselves to our sacred space. 
3.SAFETY:  If you are sick, concerned about safety and/or "at risk", please stay home; all services will continue to be on our web and Facebook sites until further notice. Wear a mask if attending in-person services.  Also know that we plan extensive cleaning and sanitizing, including in between Sunday services.  Seating will be marked so that we maintain 6' distance from those not in our immediate families.  (We are blessed to have a large worship space, PLUS sliders that will be open!)
There will continue to be zoom clergy meetings with the Bishop and a vestry meeting to ensure all safe practices are followed, and we will send more detailed information soon.
4.WHAT CAN YOU DO TO HELP?  Pray for us all, especially those who have died, lost loved ones, and the first responders, Follow all guidelines regarding distancing, wearing masks, and watching from home if that is the wisest choice for you.  PLUS: We have been collecting lots of sanitizer, wipes and disposable masks and gloves, but can ALWAYS use more.  Please consider purchasing and bringing any of those things to church, so that we may ensure having resources to continue safe practices.
Clergy and worship leaders are EXCITED, but also pray for the safety of all of us.  
Continued Easter blessings, Giovan+

Announcements

IN-PERSON WORSHIP BEGINS MAY 31
We will have a short Morning Prayer worship service on Pentecost (May 31) and Trinity Sunday (June 7) as we accustom ourselves to our sacred space once more.  If you are sick, concerned about safety and/or "at risk", please stay home; all services will continue to be on our web and Facebook sites until further notice. Wear a mask if attending in-person services.  Also know that we plan extensive cleaning and sanitizing, including in between Sunday services.  Seating will be marked so that we maintain 6' distance from those not in our immediate families.  Godly Play will also resume May 31.
DRIVE-IN MORNING PRAYER
Thanks to all who attending our drive-in Morning Prayer on Ascension Day.  You can view the service here:
ONLINE SUNDAY SERVICES
Our Rector, Curate, and music team will continue to lead us in worship this Sunday.  The service will be posted at 7:15am on our Facebook page, and you may watch it at 7:15, 9:30, or anytime after that.  You can view the bulletin here.  Please join us at a virtual Aloha Time at around 10:15 to enjoy our "love feast" and keep connected!  An email invitation to Aloha Time has been sent out to those who receive the e-blast.  If you didn't receive one and would like to join us, please click here to go to our Calendar, then click on the event "Aloha Time" for that scheduled Sunday, and "more details".  It will open up the link to join us for Aloha Time as well as show the number to call for those that would like to call in.  

Aloha Time will be conducted using Zoom.  

How To Setup Zoom!Setting Up On a Mobile Device
  • You do not need a Zoom account (but please know that accounts are free).
  • For a smart phone or tablet, look for the Zoom app in the app store and download.
    • “Zoom Cloud Meetings”–it’s free.
    • “Zoom for Blackberry” for Blackberry users–also free.
  • When it’s time for the meeting, click the link in the eblast invite you receive.
  • Check your audio and video settings
 
Setting Up On a Computer
  • You do not need a Zoom account (but please know that accounts are free).
  • When it’s time for the meeting, click the link in the eblast invite you receive.
  • When prompted, download Zoom to your computer and install.
  • When it’s time for the meeting, just click the link in the email.
  • Check your audio and video settings
WE ARE HERE TO HELP
Are you affected by COVID-19 or issues that have arisen as a result of it (medical, social, financial, etc)?  Please let us know!  We have resources with which we may help you.
Please notify any vestry members on the Care of Parish Committee: 
Linda Bruckner (753-2315)
Paula Sterling (254-3114)
Talbert Takahama (295-1115)
Joanna Witt (528-5945)
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For those who do not have a copy of the Book of Common Prayer with you, Church Publishing has made an easy-to-navigate PDF version of the Book of Common Prayer available by clicking here.
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Family Promise April Hosting Canceled
​We can still help. Please visit their website for ways to make a difference. https://familypromisehawaii.org/

We are scheduled to host August 23, 2020. Please mark your calendars and plan to assist as you are able.
OUTREACH OPPORTUNITIES
The pandemic may have suspended our in-person services, but we can still "be the church" out in our community.  
1. Blood Bank Hawaii
We had a May blood drive planned at St. Christopher’s and that has been cancelled. Nonetheless, you may still give blood at Adventist Health Castle (note new location).  Make sure you make an appointment first on their website: http://bloodbanktough.org
2. IHS
​You can also help at IHS (founded by our own Fr. DuTeil). You may bring food, serve meals, etc. They are following all CDC guidelines and this is an essential service, so you are allowed to travel to their facilities in order to serve. Go to https://ihshawaii.org for more information.
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