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IN-PERSON SERVICES THIS SUNDAY
We will be worshipping in our sacred space this Sunday. Please wear a mask and honor social distancing guidelines. If you do not feel well or do not feel comfortable joining us in the sanctuary (or outside the sliders), join us in worship online at our Facebook page 
Answers about Giving
*What is Stewardship? It is a spiritual commitment of our time, talent and treasure, based on our belief that we give because God gave to us. It goes beyond a financial pledge, although that is needed. It is a way of life in which we Christians put God at the center. During this season we typically focus on pledging from our treasure, to support what God is doing and seeking to do through our St. C’s Ohana. *What is a pledge? It is your best estimate of what you may be able to give financially over the next year. It is critical for the church as it plans its budget. Your pledge helps us assure that our doors are open, sacraments are offered, pastoral care is provided, Christian education is offered, and outreach given to those most in need in our community. *How do I know what to pledge? Only you can decide. You may have heard of the Biblical “tithe” – returning your first fruits back to God through out church. But, just remember that the key is that you respond to what God has given you and what you would like to give to God’s work through St. C’s. *What is proportional giving? Again, the biblical standard is a “tithe” – 10% of one’s income. That is hard for most people. So, pick a proportion and go from there. If you have pledged for awhile, think about increasing your pledge. And, remember that if you itemize your taxes, giving to your parish is a deduction. *What if I need to adjust my pledge – up or down? Just let the office know (e-mail, note, new pledge card, etc.). Circumstances change and we all understand that. *How do I offer my pledge? Weekly, monthly, or as a 1 – time gift. In the offering plate, sending in a check, having your bank do so, or using e-offering. ALSO, we can provide envelopes to you if you would like. Just ask us. *PRAISE GOD, FROM WHOM ALL BLESSINGS FLOW: God is doing great things through St. C’s. Please help us in our wonderful ministry of faith. JOIN THE CHOIR
Choir singing improves health and happiness! Please join us for our weekly choir rehearsals at 6:30 pm Wednesday evenings on ZOOM. We practice for 30 - 45 minutes. You get to sing out as loud as you want to! Anyone is welcome! ~Contact Ina so that she can send you the link to join us! TECH TEAM
We desperately need folks willing to help live-stream services to people watching from home. It is fairly easy. Youth may want to do this for a community service project. Others are welcome and needed, too. If you can help, PLEASE contact Giovan (808.294.0695) or Preston (615.516.9191). Mahalo! 
RENEWALWORKS FOR ME
Would you like a personal guide for your spiritual journey? Check out this free offering from Forward Movement: https://renewalworks.org/resources/rw4me/ 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) |
UPCOMING EVENTS
Oct 31 - Outdoor Halloween Concert 4-4:30 pm Nov 1 - All Saints' Sunday Nov 15 - St. C's Anniversary ONGOING EVENTS Tuesdays - EfM at 3pm Wednesdays - Choir practice at 6:30pm (Zoom) Thursdays - Bible Study at 10am All Saints (November 1): You are invited to bring a picture of a family member (including a pet) who is no longer with us in this world. Place pictures on the “Table of Remembrance” by the organ. Instructions for giving us their names will be on the table. We’ll read the names as we pray on November 1. ALSO: In between services, we will dedicate the Jane Claybaugh playground; Jane passed early in the year and it seems appropriate to honor her in this way, as she taught Sunday School for many, many years.
75th ANNIVERSARY GEAR
Get Your 75th Anniversary Baseball Caps & Polo Shirts! Baseball caps $15 each. Polo shirts $25 each. Hand embroidered with an Anne Waters design. We need a few more orders to get started. Contact Tom (310.386.4202) or Chelsea (262.8176) if you'd like us to deliver a cap (or two, or ten!) to you (or come by to collect your polo shirt money). Mahalo! 
The 75th anniversary of the founding of our parish is November 15. We will be celebrating the 75th anniversary of the first service at our church next April with a visit from our Bishop.
OUTREACH OPPORTUNITIES
---Seeking a volunteer to distribute food to those in need, one Wednesday morning per month at UCC Windward. Contact Carly (910-986-8266; shumakers@gmail.com) for details if you are interested. --Drive through food delivery in Wahiawa Volunteer on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays in Wahiawa for safe drive-through food delivery. Training provided. Contact Fr Kaleo Patterson at 330.3769 for more information. --Family Promise has some volunteer opportunities: Providing food for their 'Ohana Meal Program or helping out with their drive-in Service Fairs. For more information visit https://www.familypromisehawaii.org/volunteer --IHS --Aloha United Way 536.1951 --Hawaii Foodbank 836.3600 --Meals on Wheels 988.6747 --Hawaii Blood Bank 848.4770 
Family Promise on hiatus for 2020
We can still help. Please visit their website for ways to make a difference. https://familypromisehawaii.org/ 2020 Outreach Grants: Our Care of Community team will be awarding grants this quarter. Nominate your favorite non-profit, outreach program by clicking here and completing the Outreach Funding Request.
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