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FROM THE BISHOP: A PASTORAL LETTER TO THE DIOCESE OF HAWAI'I
[January 9. 2026] “Sin is the seeking of our own will instead of the will of God, thus distorting our relationship with God, with other people, and with all creation.” (“An Outline of the Faith commonly called the Catechism” of The Book of Common Prayer, page 848)
My dear Siblings in Christ Jesus, As Christians, we have been challenged in recent days by wars in Palestine/Israel and Ukraine. The events in Venezuela have brought into question the world order and the possibility of more military action. The threat of the government of the United States to acquire Greenland “the easy way” or “the hard way” is frightful. READ FULL LETTER HERE |
REGISTER NOW FOR THE DIOCESE'S ANNUAL CLERGY RETREAT
All clergy in the Diocese are invited to attend the annual Clergy Retreat at Camp Mokulē'ia, beginning on Monday, January 26 through lunch on Wednesday, January 28, 2026. Participants will be led on a journey of body, mind, and spirit, with sessions involving Centering Prayer, Tai Chi, meditation practices, and the Enneagram Navigation Process. Visit the webpage HERE and register today!
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Prayer for Peace
In a time of war, fear, and violence, Disciples of Christ Jesus are called to gather, to pray, and to be witnesses of love in a world that has forgotten how to love. We cry for peace with justice. ~ Bishop Robert Fitzpatrick The Prayer
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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Prayer for the Bishop Search
Throughout the duration of the bishop search process, the Search Committee urges the use of this prayer in all of our congregations as the concluding collect of the Prayers of the People, and to share in church news and websites. The Prayer
Gracious and loving God, we seek your provision as we search for the next bishop for the Diocese of Hawai'i. Help us recognize your divine plan and call a leader who will shepherd us along that path, a bishop who will embody and foster in us the wonders and excitement of discipleship. Grant us the wisdom to elect a bishop who will journey with us through challenging times and bring us ever closer to your eternal dream for humanity. Keep the Standing Committee, Search Committee and Transitions Committee focused on their mission, providing them with strength and determination to seek guidance from the Holy Spirit and to hear the voices of all the people of the Diocese. Finally, send your gracious Spirit to the members of the Convention of our Diocese who in faithful discernment will elect the next bishop. We ask all of this in the name of your Son, our loving Savior and ever-present Shepherd, Jesus Christ. Amen. |
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Episcopal Church Statement on U.S. Intervention in Venezuela
[January 4, 2026] The people of The Episcopal Church offer prayers for our beloved siblings in Christ in the Episcopal Diocese of Venezuela, and for people across the region following this morning’s U.S. military operation that removed President Nicolás Maduro. READ MORE
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Bishop's Christmas Message 2025
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Important Information Regarding Church Annual Meetings & special Delegate Roles in 2026
[December 10, 2025] Coming up in 2026, delegates to convention that are elected during church annual meetings in January, will have added responsibilities and commitments to attend specific events... READ MORE
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