by admin | Dec 5, 2017 | News
SANCTUARY EXPANSION PROJECT
The holiday season has begun with our sanctuary expansion project! Curtis Law and his crew were busy last week completing the installation of the new window and entryway. Beginning next Monday and in the weeks leading up to Christmas, we can expect to see the new doors hung, the folding doors removed (in front of where the pews are currently located), new sliding glass doors (directly behind the pews), and a beautiful new deacon’s cabinet with a countertop to display church materials. After the holidays, all of the walls will be painted and the flooring textured and stained for safety and appearance; we will also install new signage, a bulletin board and a place for name tags.
Since it may take our wood worker several more weeks to manufacture our new koa doors (made from beautiful wood donated from Hawaii Island), we may need to hang temporary doors while the koa doors are completed. The koa doors will be hung as soon as they are ready and will provide a welcoming invitation to all who visit our church!
Thank you to everyone who has contributed to the capital campaign! Your generosity is making Koloa Union Church more welcoming and inviting all the time!
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Second Sunday of Advent
The holiday wreath is hung!
The Christmas tree is decorated!
The poinsettias decorate the sanctuary!
The nativity set is on the communion table!
We are singing the songs of the Advent Season!
Join us on Sunday as we light the Candle of Peace.
Our special guest musician will be vocalist Jake Lester!
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CHILDREN/YOUTH CHRISTMAS PROGRAM
The children and teenagers practice during Sunday school (~10:45 a.m.) for the Christmas Program, which they will perform in church on Sunday, December 17. Please RSVP to Tiffany Marrotte if your children are planning to participate and which practices they will attend. If your child(ren) would like to play the ukulele for the songs, practice is at 9 a.m. on Sundays.
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CHRISTMAS OUTREACH
We will distribute ten boxes of food, including a ham, to our neighbors on the south shore who might otherwise struggle to provide Christmas dinner for their families. We will also give gift cards for parents to buy Christmas gifts for their children. Those who wish to contribute food items can sign up on the signup chart on Sunday. Those who wish to make cash donations can place coins or cash in the spare change jar at church or write “Christmas Outreach” on the note section of your check. The last day to make donations is Sunday, December 17. If you know of any families who can use our help, please contact Judyth Foley. Thank you so much to those who have been putting coins and cash in the spare change jar all year, and for those making special donations during the holiday season!
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LECTIO DIVINA
Join us for Lectio Divina at the Smith Memorial Parsonage (3281 Waikomo Road) on Wednesday, December 13, from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. In Christianity, Lectio Divina is a traditional practice of scriptural reading, meditation and prayer intended to promote communion with God and to increase the knowledge of God’s Word. Join Angela Dressel, Karen Johnson and Kahu Akana for a time to reflect, meditate and pray in the middle of the busy holiday season.
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CHURCH CHRISTMAS PARTY
Join us Friday, December 15, at 6 p.m. at our annual Christmas party at the Smith Memorial Parsonage (3281 Waikomo Road). We will enjoy a potluck feast and sing Christmas carols. Bring a dish to share for dinner and your singing voices!
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CHRISTMAS FUND OFFERING
This special offering, administered by the United Church of Christ Pension Boards, provides direct financial assistance to retired and active UCC authorized ministers and lay employees and their surviving spouses, including pension and health premium supplementation, emergency assistance, and Christmas “thank you” checks. Each year, UCC congregations throughout the country collect this offering to assist faithful servants of God who are facing financial difficulties. We not only share hope, peace, joy and love with them; but they, in turn, pass these things along to others in their communities and in the world. We will collect the Christmas Fund offering on Sunday mornings, December 17 & 24, as well as at the Christmas Eve and Christmas Day services.
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CHRISTMAS EVE CANDLELIGHT SERVICE
Our annual Christmas Eve service will be held at 7:30 and will include Christmas readings and carols, as well as the lighting of candles during the closing carol. Be sure to come early in order to get a seat!
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CHRISTMAS DAY COMMUNION SERVICE
Our Christmas Day service will be held at 10:30 and will include Christmas carols, a Christmas Day Message by Kahu Akana, and Holy Communion.
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The church office will be closed on the following days in observance of the holidays: December 25 and 26, January 1. Otherwise, the church office will be open 8 to noon Monday through Thursday.
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COCONUT WIRELESS
The Council of the Hawaii Conference of the United Church of Christ shares news on the Coconut Wireless, the regular newsletter of the HCUCC. If you would like to keep abreast on news, opportunities and events, please click HERE for this past week’s news. If you like what you see, you may subscribe and get every issue of the Coconut Wireless automatically.
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PRAYERS & SQUARES
Contact the church office if you would like to get involved in praying for people in crisis or helping to make quilt squares for those in crisis.
by admin | Nov 21, 2017 | News
OFFICE CLOSED
In observance of Thanksgiving Day,
the church office will be closed on
Thursday, November 23rd.
Happy Thanksgiving!
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THANKSGIVING DINNER BOXES
Thanks to many generous donations, 10 Thanksgiving dinner boxes were put together and delivered to less fortunate families in the Koloa area. The boxes held a turkey along with all the trimmings for a complete Thanksgiving meal. All money not used will be rolled over into our Christmas Outreach. Thanks to Judyth, Suzanne and other volunteers for all their hard work.
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ALAN AKANA GALLERY
BLACK FRIDAY SALE
Christmas Gifts for Family and Friends!
Alan Akana Gallery will be open on Friday, November 24, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. for a Black Friday Sale. All customers on that day will receive a 20% discount on all purchases and a 50% discount on selected artwork. There will be a drawing at the end of the day for a special door prize (no need to be present to win) and a free gift with every purchase too!
As always, the profit from the sales will be used for improvements, maintenance, and repairs of the parsonage. The Smith Memorial Parsonage is located at 3281 Waikomo Road.
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SALVATION ARMY LUNCHEON
Our faithful volunteers will be serving lunch at the Hanapepe Salvation Army on Wednesday, November 29. Those who have signed up to volunteer will meet at the church at 9:30 a.m. to carpool.
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THE BRIDGE: KAUAI TO COLLEGE
“Gala Bossa Nova Brazil”
Join Us for Our Annual Fundraiser!
The Bridge: Kauai to College is just over a year old, has become a stand-alone non-profit, has 11 mentoring pairs, and is hosting their annual fabulous fundraiser: a Brazilian gala on December 3 at Koloa Landing. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., 4:30 for those who purchase tables in advance. Music by Rumba de Fuego, dancing, authentic Brazilian buffet, no-host bar, silent and live auctions! For tickets: brazilgalatickets@gmail.com. You may also click HERE to see the gala website. We are shooting for 3 full tables as a goal for our church!
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CHILDREN/YOUTH CHRISTMAS PROGRAM
The children and teenagers practice during Sunday school (~10:45 a.m.) for the Christmas Program, which they will perform in church on Sunday, December 17. Please RSVP to Tiffany Marrotte if your children are planning to participate and which practices they will attend. If your child(ren) would like to play the ukulele for the songs, practice is at 9 a.m. on Sundays, except December 3.
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COCONUT WIRELESS
The Council of the Hawaii Conference of the United Church of Christ shares news on the Coconut Wireless, the regular newsletter of the HCUCC. If you would like to keep abreast on news, opportunities and events, please click HERE for this past week’s news. If you like what you see, you may subscribe and get every issue of the Coconut Wireless automatically.
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PRAYERS & SQUARES
Contact Angela Dressel if you would like to get involved in praying for people in crisis or helping to make quilt squares for those in crisis.
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Wishing Kahu Akana a Happy Birthday
By Making a Gift in His Honor!
In honor of Kahu Akana’s birthday on November 3, you are invited to give a gift in his name to the general fund of Pacific School of Religion where he serves on the Board of Trustees. Kahu is also the Chair of PSR’s Advancement Committee, which oversees the fundraising success of the school. Kahu says, “I am passionate about supporting Pacific School of Religion because it provides a theological grounding with a strong emphasis on social justice for people like me who want to serve the Church and make the world a better place.”
Please consider a gift of any size during the month of November by writing a check to Koloa Union Church with “PSR-Akana” in the note section. You may also give online at the PSR website; be sure to click under “Tribute Gift” the box “This gift is in honor, memory or support of someone,” and write “Rev. Dr. Alan Akana” in the box.
by admin | Nov 15, 2017 | News
Sunday, November 19, 2017
Annual Thanksgiving Worship Service
And Luncheon
Join Us at 10:30 for Worship
Followed by a Delicious Meal!
We will also be collecting items for the
Annual Thanksgiving Dinner Boxes For Hungry Families
Check with the church office before Friday to see what is
still needed for our Thanksgiving dinner boxes!
Please Invite Family and Friends
To Join Us on Sunday!
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Wishing Kahu Akana a Happy Birthday
By Making a Gift in His Honor!
In honor of Kahu Akana’s birthday on November 3, you are invited to give a gift in his name to the general fund of Pacific School of Religion where he serves on the Board of Trustees. Kahu is also the Chair of PSR’s Advancement Committee, which oversees the fundraising success of the school. Kahu says, “I am passionate about supporting Pacific School of Religion because it provides a theological grounding with a strong emphasis on social justice for people like me who want to serve the Church and make the world a better place.”
Please consider a gift of any size during the month of November by writing a check to Koloa Union Church with “PSR-Akana” in the note section. You may also give online at the PSR website; be sure to click under “Tribute Gift” the box “This gift is in honor, memory or support of someone,” and write “Rev. Dr. Alan Akana” in the box.
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THANKSGIVING DINNER BOXES
We will be putting together ten Thanksgiving dinner boxes for ten less fortunate families in the Koloa area. There is a detailed sign-up sheet if you can donate any of the listed items. If you would like to donate financially, please write “Hunger Outreach” on your check. Any money not used will be rolled over into our Christmas Outreach. The boxes will have a turkey along with all the trimmings for a complete Thanksgiving meal. If you know any families we can help, have questions, wish to volunteer, please contact the church office.
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ALAN AKANA GALLERY
BLACK FRIDAY SALE
Christmas Gifts for Family and Friends!
Alan Akana Gallery will be open on Friday, November 24, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. for a Black Friday Sale. All customers on that day will receive a 20% discount on all purchases and a 50% discount on selected artwork. There will be a drawing at the end of the day for a special door prize (no need to be present to win) and a free gift with every purchase too!
As always, the profit from the sales will be used for improvements, maintenance, and repairs of the parsonage. The Smith Memorial Parsonage is located at 3281 Waikomo Road.
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SALVATION ARMY LUNCHEON
Our faithful volunteers will be serving lunch at the Hanapepe Salvation Army on Wednesday, November 29. Meet at the church at 9:30 a.m. to carpool. Please contact the church office if you can help.
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THE BRIDGE: KAUAI TO COLLEGE
“Gala Bossa Nova Brazil”
Join Us for Our Annual Fundraiser!
The Bridge: Kauai to College is just over a year old, has become a stand-alone non-profit, has 11 mentoring pairs, and is hosting their annual fabulous fundraiser: a Brazilian gala on December 3 at Koloa Landing. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., 4:30 for those who purchase tables in advance. Music by Rumba de Fuego, dancing, authentic Brazilian buffet, no-host bar, silent and live auctions! For tickets: brazilgalatickets@gmail.com. You may also click HERE to see the gala website. We are shooting for 3 full tables as a goal for our church!
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CHILDREN/YOUTH CHRISTMAS PROGRAM
The children and teenagers practice during Sunday school (~10:45 a.m.) for the Christmas Program, which they will perform in church on Sunday, December 17. Please RSVP to Tiffany Marrotte if your children are planning to participate and which practices they will attend. If your child(ren) would like to play the ukulele for the songs, practice is at 9 a.m. on Sundays, except December 3.
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COCONUT WIRELESS
The Council of the Hawaii Conference of the United Church of Christ shares news on the Coconut Wireless, the regular newsletter of the HCUCC. If you would like to keep abreast on news, opportunities and events, please click HERE for this past week’s news. If you like what you see, you may subscribe and get every issue of the Coconut Wireless automatically.
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PRAYERS & SQUARES
Contact Angela Dressel if you would like to get involved in praying for people in crisis or helping to make quilt squares for those in crisis.
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“Weekly News of the Church” is provided by Koloa Union Church, a congregation of the United Church of Christ (UCC), a member of the Kauai Association and Hawaii Conference. Join us at 3289 Poipu Road in Koloa!
by admin | Nov 8, 2017 | News
FALL `AHA MOKUPUNI
Sunday, November 12, 3-7 p.m.
At Koloa Union Church
Koloa Union Church will host the annual fall gathering of the Kaua`i Association of the United Church of Christ. This year’s theme is “Changing Lives, Transforming the World—Together.” Young people will meet in Moore Hall and adults in the sanctuary at 3 o’clock, followed by an intergenerational worship service in the sanctuary, followed by dinner. (Note: the Kaua`i Council of the Hawaiian Council of Congregational Churches will be meeting in the sanctuary at 2 p.m.)
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NEIGHBORS IN NEED
Special Mission Offering
The Neighbors in Need is a special mission offering of the United Church of Christ churches that supports ministries of justice and compassion throughout the United States. Grants are awarded to churches or organizations doing justice work in their communities for the Council for American Indian Ministry and for the Justice & Witness Ministries to support a variety of justice initiatives, advocacy efforts and direct service projects. Please write checks to “Koloa Union Church” with “NIN” in the note section. We will accept donations through the month of November. Please give with a generous spirit as we make the world a better place together!
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Wishing Kahu Akana a Happy Birthday
By Making a Gift in His Honor!
In honor of Kahu Akana’s birthday on November 3, you are invited to give a gift in his name to the general fund of Pacific School of Religion where he serves on the Board of Trustees. Kahu is also the Chair of PSR’s Advancement Committee, which oversees the fundraising success of the school. Kahu says, “I am passionate about supporting Pacific School of Religion because it provides a theological grounding with a strong emphasis on social justice for people like me who want to serve the Church and make the world a better place.”
Please consider a gift of any size during the month of November by writing a check to Koloa Union Church with “PSR-Akana” in the note section. You may also give online at the PSR website; be sure to click under “Tribute Gift” the box “This gift is in honor, memory or support of someone,” and write “Rev. Dr. Alan Akana” in the box.
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THANKSGIVING OUTREACH
We will be putting together ten Thanksgiving dinner boxes for ten less fortunate families in the Koloa area. There is a detailed sign-up sheet if you can donate any of the listed items. If you would like to donate financially, please write “Hunger Outreach” on your check. Any money not used will be rolled over into our Christmas Outreach. The boxes will have a turkey along with all the trimmings for a complete Thanksgiving meal. If you know any families we can help, have questions, wish to volunteer, please contact the church office.
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THE BRIDGE: KAUAI TO COLLEGE
“Gala Bossa Nova Brazil”
Join Us for Our Annual Fundraiser!
The Bridge: Kauai to College is just over a year old, has become a stand-alone non-profit, has 11 mentoring pairs, and is hosting their annual fabulous fundraiser: a Brazilian gala on December 3 at Koloa Landing. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Music by Rumba de Fuego, dancing, authentic Brazilian buffet, no-host bar, silent and live auctions! For tickets: brazilgalatickets@gmail.com. You may also click
HERE to see the gala website. We are shooting for 3 full tables as a goal for our church!
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CHILDREN/YOUTH CHRISTMAS PROGRAM
The children and teenagers practice during Sunday school for the Christmas Program, which they will perform in church on Sunday, December 17. Please RSVP to Tiffany Marrotte if your children are planning to participate and which practices they will attend. If your child(ren) would like to play the ukulele for the songs, ukulele practice will start on Sunday, November 12 at 9:00 a.m.
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COCONUT WIRELESS
The Council of the Hawaii Conference of the United Church of Christ shares news on the Coconut Wireless, the regular newsletter of the HCUCC. If you would like to keep abreast on news, opportunities and events, please click HERE for this past week’s news. If you like what you see, you may subscribe and get every issue of the Coconut Wireless automatically.
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PRAYERS & SQUARES
Contact Angela Dressel if you would like to get involved in praying for people in crisis or helping to make quilt squares for those in crisis.
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“Weekly News of the Church” is provided by Koloa Union Church, a congregation of the United Church of Christ (UCC), a member of the Kauai Association and Hawaii Conference. Join us at 3289 Poipu Road in Koloa!
by admin | Oct 31, 2017 | News
Doing Justice
Sunday, November 5, 2017
Join us this Sunday in church
As we consider the ways we can make the world
A more just and compassionate place for everyone.
We will collect the Neighbors in Need Offering,
A special mission offering of the United Church of Christ
Which goes to ministries of compassion and justice
Throughout the United States.
We will celebrate Holy Communion.
And, as a special treat,
We will enjoy beautiful hula
By Kahu’s niece Ana Akana!
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Bishop Yvette Flunder
Malcolm Miner Memorial Lecture
St. Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church
4364 Hardy Street in Lihue
Thursday, November 2 at 7 p.m.
This free lecture will be provided by United Church of Christ Minister, the Rev. Dr. Yvette Flunder. She is Bishop of Affirming Ministries, as well as Founder and Senior Pastor of City of Refuge United Church of Christ in San Francisco. Bishop Flunder is a pastor, preacher, educator, justice advocate, renowned gospel singer and author. She founded Ark of Refuge, Inc., to provide housing, services, and training for persons affected by HIV/AIDS in the Bay Area, across the USA and in three African nations. She is a nationally recognized leader in human rights and LGBT rights.
Kauai’s own Karen Dickinson will provide soul-filled gospel music!
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NEIGHBORS IN NEED
Special Mission Offering
Sunday, November 5
The Neighbors in Need is a special mission offering of the United Church of Christ churches that supports ministries of justice and compassion throughout the United States. Grants are awarded to churches or organizations doing justice work in their communities for the Council for American Indian Ministry and for the Justice & Witness Ministries to support a variety of justice initiatives, advocacy efforts and direct service projects. Please write checks to “Koloa Union Church” with “NIN” in the note section. Please give with a generous spirit as we make the world a better place together!
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Let’s Wish Kahu Akana a Happy Birthday
By Making a Gift in His Honor!
In honor of Kahu Akana’s birthday on November 3, you are invited to give a gift in his name to the general fund of Pacific School of Religion where he serves on the Board of Trustees. Kahu is also the Chair of PSR’s Advancement Committee, which oversees the fundraising success of the school. Kahu says, “I am passionate about supporting Pacific School of Religion because it provides a theological grounding with a strong emphasis on social justice for people like me who want to serve the Church and make the world a better place.”
Please consider a gift of any size during the month of November by writing a check to Koloa Union Church with “PSR-Akana” in the note section. You may also give online at the PSR website; be sure to click under “Tribute Gift” the box “This gift is in honor, memory or support of someone,” and write “Rev. Dr. Alan Akana” in the box.
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FALL `AHA MOKUPUNI
Sunday, November 12, 3-7 p.m.
At Koloa Union Church
Koloa Union Church will host the annual fall gathering of the Kaua`i Association of the United Church of Christ. This year’s theme is “Changing Lives, Transforming the World—Together.” Young people will meet in Moore Hall and adults in the sanctuary at 3 o’clock, followed by an intergenerational worship service in the sanctuary, followed by dinner. (Note: the Kaua`i Council of the Hawaiian Council of Congregational Churches will be meeting in the sanctuary at 2 p.m.)
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CHILDREN/YOUTH CHRISTMAS PROGRAM
The children and teenagers will begin practicing in November for the Christmas Program, which they will perform in church on Sunday, December 17. Practice will begin on Sunday, November 5. Please RSVP to Tiffany Marrotte if your children are planning to participate and which practices they will attend. If your child(ren) would like to play the ukulele for the songs, Ukulele practice will start on Sunday, November 12 at 9:00 a.m.
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COCONUT WIRELESS
The Council of the Hawaii Conference of the United Church of Christ shares news on the Coconut Wireless, the regular newsletter of the HCUCC. If you would like to keep abreast on news, opportunities and events, please click HERE. If you like what you see, you may subscribe and get every issue of the Coconut Wireless automatically.
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PRAYERS & SQUARES
Contact Angela Dressel if you would like to get involved in praying for people in crisis or helping to make quilt squares for those in crisis.
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“Weekly News of the Church” is provided by Koloa Union Church, a congregation of the United Church of Christ (UCC), a member of the Kauai Association and Hawaii Conference. Join us at 3289 Poipu Road in Koloa!
by admin | Oct 4, 2017 | News
FALL CHURCH WORK DAYS Work Day #1 is this Saturday! As we look forward to hosting the Kauai Association `Aha Mokupuni in early November, we want our church buildings and grounds to be in top shape for all our visitors to enjoy! Please come on October 7 and October 28 at 8 a.m. to do general cleaning of the building interior and weeding and yard work. We need lots of help. Bring your work gloves, clippers, weeding tools, wheelbarrows, and lots of energy!
COCONUT WIRELESS The Council of the Hawaii Conference of the United Church of Christ shares news on the Coconut Wireless, the regular newsletter of the HCUCC. If you would like to keep abreast on news, opportunities and events, please click HERE. If you like what you see, you may subscribe and get every issue of the Coconut Wireless automatically.
FREE SMOKE ALARMS Click HERE if you or a neighbor on Kauai might like a free smoke alarm installed by a volunteer from the Red Cross.
PRAYERS & SQUARES Contact Angela Dressel if you would like to get involved in praying for people in crisis or helping to make quilt squares for those in crisis.
AND COMING UP…
FALL CHILDREN AND YOUTH EVENT Koloa Union Church will host a potluck gathering in Moore Hall for children, teenagers and their families (as well as pastors, Sunday school teachers and youth leaders), on Sunday, October 22, from 4 to 7 p.m. The young people will play, sing and plan activities for the year. Click HERE for all the details. If you would like to volunteer or donate a prize, pease contact Kahu.
FALL `AHA MOKUPUNI! Koloa Union Church will host this year’s fall gathering of the Kauai Association of the United Church of Christ on Sunday afternoon and evening, November 12. Details are forthcoming. Be sure to save the date on your calendar now, as we will need a lot of volunteers to help us host the Kauai churches!
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“Weekly News of the Church” is provided by Koloa Union Church, a congregation of the United Church of Christ (UCC), a member of the Kauai Association and Hawaii Conference. Join us at 3289 Poipu Road in Koloa!
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