LATEST HIGHLIGHTS & SPECIAL MESSAGES:
Message from the Bishop: Support & Prayers for the Diocese of Spokane[August 3, 2026] News about the fires in Washington, so close to the anniversary of the Lahaina fire, stirs memories and a sense of solidarity. We know what the Diocese of Spokane is going through right now.
I urge you to give as you are able to support relief efforts. Donations can be made online at https://theepiscopaldioceseofspokane.churchcenter.com/giving/to/disaster-relief. Checks can be mailed and made payable to Diocese of Spokane with “disaster relief” in memo line: Diocese of Spokane, 245 E 13th Ave., Spokane, WA 99202 God’s people and congregations in the Diocese of Hawai’i are urged to pray for the Diocese of Spokane and for those affected by these devastating fires. READ FULL MESSAGE |
IT'S OFFICIAL!
The official announcement from The Episcopal Church was released on June 18, 2026, confirming that the required majority of consents for the election of Elizabeth "Libby" Berman as bishop for The Episcopal Diocese of Hawai'i has been received! We are thrilled and excited as we look forward to Bishop-elect Libby Berman's consecration and ordination taking place on Saturday, November 14, 2026! The official announcement can be viewed HERE, and read the Special Edition Chronicle about the election with the full livestream HERE.
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From the Bishop - Hear Their Voices
[July 23, 2026] Recently, the General Synod of the Church of England adopted a resolution regarding the plight of the Palestinian people and ongoing conflict in Palestine and Israel. The General Synod is something like the General Convention of the Episcopal Church and functions as the primary governing body of the Church of England. READ MORE
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Bishop's Special Fourth of July Message:
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A Letter to the Diocese from the Bishop - Numbers: Looking Back as We Move Forward
[July 10, 2026] During a recent visitation, I was asked by a parishioner what I thought the impact of the Pandemic and disasters have had on the Diocese. It gave me a moment of pause to reflect on the past few years and all that has happened. The impact of the Pandemic and Maui fires ... READ MORE
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I WILL WITH GOD'S HELP! (The Baptismal Covenant:)
The Baptismal Covenant Celebrant Do you believe in God the Father? People I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth. Celebrant Do you believe in Jesus Christ, the Son of God? People I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord. He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary. He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. He descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again. He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again to judge the living and the dead. Celebrant Do you believe in God the Holy Spirit? People I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Celebrant Will you continue in the apostles' teaching and fellowship, in the breaking of the bread, and in the prayers? People I will, with God's help. Celebrant Will you persevere in resisting evil, and, whenever you fall into sin, repent and return to the Lord? People I will, with God's help. Celebrant Will you proclaim by word and example the Good News of God in Christ? People I will, with God's help. Celebrant Will you seek and serve Christ in all persons, loving your neighbor as yourself? People I will, with God's help. Celebrant Will you strive for justice and peace among all people, and respect the dignity of every human being? People I will, with God's help. |
Eternal God, in whose perfect kingdom...
Eternal God, in whose perfect kingdom no sword is drawn but the sword of righteousness, no strength known but the strength of love: So mightily spread abroad your Spirit, that all peoples may be gathered under the banner of the Prince of Peace, as children of one Father; to whom be dominion and glory, now and for ever. Amen. Almighty God our heavenly Father, guide the nations of the world into the way of justice and truth, and establish among them that peace which is the fruit of righteousness, that they may become the kingdom of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen. |
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