Church News: November 6th, 2025
Church Office Closed
The church office will be closed on:
Tuesday, November 11 in observance of Veterans Day
Thursday, November 27 in observance of Thanksgiving
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Mahalo from Our Stewardship Committee
Thank you to everyone who has given generously to our general fund this year! We have paid our mission commitments, salaries, insurance, utility and maintenance bills, costs for our website, newsletter, some large unexpected expenses and so much more! Most importantly, we have provided a welcoming space and inspirational worship services for everyone who has visited us, and we have carried out our mission and service to the community! Thank you also to everyone who submitted a commitment card for 2026, as that is such a huge help for us as we begin the process of creating next year’s budget during the next couple of weeks.
As the year winds down, here are 3 requests for you to consider:
- Please fulfill your annual commitment/pledge by the end of December or earlier if possible.
- Please consider an extra “over and above” Christmas gift to the church to assure that we end the year in the black.
- Please send us your commitment card for 2026 by November 9 if you haven’t already done so.
- Please consider leaving a portion of your estate (a dollar amount or a percentage) to Kōloa Union Church when you update your will or trust. You can designate your gift to a favorite area of ministry or give an undesignated gift for the Church Council to decide as important needs and ministries arise.
A special thanks to Keoki’s Paradise for donating delicious muffins on Commitment Sunday! Mahalo nui loa to all!
Food Access Resources
Emergency Food Resources
Malama Kaua`i has put together a list of food resources for anyone needing assistance. Please call first to confirm details, especially around the holidays.
Aha Mokupuni–Fall 2025
We Gather in the Name of Jesus
Lihue United Church 4340 Nawiliwili Road Sunday, November 16 3:00-7:00 P.M. Join us for Fellowship…Worship…Biblical Edification…Dinner Our Conference Minister, Rev. Dr. David Popham, will be sharing a message about being “One In Christ.”
Holiday Community Outreach Readings
Holiday Donations
Please bring your spare change, cash or checks to feed the Outreach Jar that supports our holiday community outreach.
Thanksgiving Dinner Boxes
We will again feed hungry families on the south shore. You can sign up to bring specific food items to pack in our Thanksgiving boxes or make a cash/check donation. All food items will need to be delivered to the church by Sunday, November 16th. See sign up at the church. Boxes will be packed and delivered on Sunday, November 23.
Christmas Stockings. We will deliver Christmas stockings filled with gift cards and goodies to families who are struggling financially. Funds for the Christmas Stockings will be collected through December 14th.
Thanks to Becky Sakimae, Amber Strong, Missy Foley and our church youth who will shop, pack and deliver the items!
Craft Night
November 5th & December 3rd 6:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Join us for fun craft nights as we prepare for the holidays
Lectionary Readings
Wednesday, November 12th 7-8:30 pm
Location to be determined
Lectio Divina is a time to silently reflect together on a repeated reading from the Bible and then share with one another about the experience (if so desired). Lectio Divina typically meets on the second Wednesday of the month. Please let Karen Johnson know if you plan to attend.
Art Gallary
Youth Gathering
For Middle School & High School Youth Sundays at the Church 4:45-7:00 p.m. November 9 & 23
RSVP: Youth are asked to RSVP to Aunty Tiffany for all youth events!
Volunteers: See sign-up sheet if you can provide a meal for the youth or if you are interested in helping out in another way.
Thanksgiving Lunch
Thanksgiving Lunch
After Sunday service on November 23 Everyone is welcome to join us for a delicious Thanksgiving lunch Please see sign up on bulletin board if you are able to help with food or in the kitchen.
Church Breakfast
Breakfast is on hiatus until January 27. In the meantime, enjoy all of the holiday festivities! We usually gather on the 4th Tuesday of the month for delicious food and a fun time getting to know others from Koloa Union Church! Location each month to be determined.
Salvation Army Lunch
Looking for volunteers to serve a meal to hungry people on the west side! You can carpool from the church or meet at the Hanapepe Salvation Army at 10:00 a.m. Volunteer Dates:
Wednesday, November 26
Wednesday, December 31
Please let Becky Sakimae know if you would like to volunteer to serve lunch.
Prayers and Squares
Prayers and Squares – Tuesday, December 2, 2025 10:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M.
Prayers & Squares continues to meet in Moore Hall from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. once a month on a Tuesday, where we spend most of our time promoting prayer by creating hand-tied quilts. Volunteers with all ranges of quilting experience may join for prayer, fellowship, stitching, and learning about quilting. The motto: “It’s not about the quilt; it’s all about the prayers.” If you or someone in your ohana are in need of a tangible representation of prayer, please contact Debbie Gunning to request a quilt.
November Aloha Hour
Sunday, December 7
Following the Worship Service
We usually enjoy Aloha Hour right after the worship service on the first Sunday of each month. If there is more interest (and volunteers!), we can have Aloha Hour more often. Please check in with Penny Osuga, our Aloha Hour chairperson, if you have any questions or would like to volunteer.
See the sign up sheet on the bulletin board for food contributions. Kitchen help is also needed for a successful gathering.
Everyone is welcome, whether or not you are able to bring food!
Lectionary Readings
Each week, Christians throughout the world read biblical passages from the Revised Common Lectionary, including the Old Testament, Psalms, New Testament, and Gospels. After three years, a good portion of the Bible is included and the cycle begins again. RCL passages are often read in church worship services, and Kahu Akana usually includes at least one reading each Sunday.
Readings for November 9: Haggai 1:15-2:9; Psalm 98; Job 19:23-28; Psalm 17:1-9; 2 Thessalonians 2:1-17; Luke 20:27-38
Readings for November 16: Isaiah 65:17-25; Isaiah 12; Malachiah 4:1-3; Psalm 98; 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13
Readings for November 23: Jeremiah 23:1-6; Luke 1:68-79; Psalm 46; Colossians 1:11-20; Luke 23:33-43
Readings for November 30: Isaiah 2:1-5; Psalm 122; Romans 13:11-14; Matthew 24:36-44
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