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last updated: November 6, 2003
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UPCOMING
EVENTS
RAA! (Retired Active Adults) Thanksgiving Event
Wednesday, Nov. 12, 10:30 am in Hale Ohana
RAA! will hold its annual Thanksgiving program
on November 12. Mr. Frank De Lima will perform. His
cassettes, videos and t-shirts will be available for
purchase. Thanksgiving luncheon follows at 11:45 am.
Cost: $10. Sign-ups will take place at the RAA! table
in Hale Ohana. Today is the last day to sign up and
pay!
Questions
about the move?
Grapevine Update Meeting
Saturday, November 22, 7:00 pm in Hale Ohana
As we continue with our vision of increased
ministry, much planning has taken place on meeting the
challenge of increased growth. A special Grapevine Meeting
will be held to review why we need to move to a new
campus, update our progress to date, answer your questions,
and present the challenges which face us. The meeting
is open to everyone, but current and past leaders in
all ministry areas should make a point of attending.
Childcare and refreshments will be provided.
Men’s
Conference with Dr. Tony Evans: “A Man After God’s
Own Heart”
Friday-Saturday, November 28-29 at Hilton Hawaiian Village
Coral Ballroom
Charge up your spiritual batteries with men from all
over Hawaii in a powerful time of worship and challenge
from God’s Word! Cost: $30. Sign-ups and information
available today at the Men’s table in Hale Ohana.
Honolulu
2004 Conference: “Walk On Water”
Thursday-Saturday, February 26-28, 2004 at the Hawaii
Convention Center
Get discounted tickets to Hawaiian Islands Ministries'
2004 conference through First Prez! “Walk On Water,"
a Christian equipping conference, is scheduled for Feb
26-28, 2004 at the Hawaii Convention Center. Register
this week by buying discounted tickets for $149 from
the church office during regular business hours, Mondays
to Fridays, 8:30 am-5:00 pm. No reservations will be
taken. Only 40 tickets available. Cash and checks made
out to “First Presbyterian Church" will be
accepted. Call 532-1111 for more info.
All-Church
Bazaar
Thank you to all who worked & helped before &
during this year's All-Church Bazaar plus all who contributed
items for it!
Craft Sale
Sunday, November 9
Don't miss this great opportunity in Hale Ohana to support
your church's creative crafters - items will be on sale
today. If you wished you had bought something on Bazaar
day and didn't, now's your chance to get it. Many holiday
items are available and at great prices.
Called
Congregational Meeting
Sunday, Nov. 16, 12 noon (right after 3rd service)
All members encouraged to attend. Purposes of meeting
are to 1) elect the Nominating Committee and additional
Elders and Deacons for 2004; and 2) present the budget
for 2004 and approve the pastors' terms of call.
Operation
Christmas Child
You can share God’s love with needy children in
Honduras, Kosovo or another country by taking part in
Operation Christmas Child. Complete details are in the
Operation Christmas Child brochure available at the
Children's Ministries table. There are also empty shoe
boxes available if you need them. You may want to stop
and see the video that is being shown. Help spread His
love and peace to a world in need by being part of this
special Christmas project. Today is the last day of
collection in Hale Ohana.
Women’s
Christmas High Tea
Saturday, Dec. 6, 1:45-4:30 pm in Hale Ohana
Join us as we rejoice in the birth of our Savior, Jesus
Christ! A wonderful program of music will delight those
attending this year's Women’s Christmas High Tea,
themed "Angels We Have Heard on High." There
will be angel readings written by our very own ladies
and special music. Sign up to attend at the Women's
Ministry table beginning 11/16. Cost is $14 per person.
Bring a special friend or family member. Childcare available.
GENERAL
INFORMATION
Chancel
Flowers
Our chancel flower arrangement is given by Ted &
Gerri Otaguro: “To the glory of God and in loving
memory of Helen Otaguro." [Note to donor: Thank
you for blessing us. The flowers may be picked up after
1:45PM].
Chancel
Flower Chart
If you would like to donate flowers in memory of a loved
one, in celebration of a birthday or anniversary, or
for any other special occasion, please print your name
on the Flower Chart located on the back wall of the
Sanctuary. There is also a form to complete which you
may leave in the box provided. Thank you so much for
helping make our Sanctuary beautiful each Sunday morning!
Our
Condolences
To Elsie Choy at the recent passing of her brother.
Also to Ramona Harris at the passing of her father.
Our thoughts and prayers are with Elsie, Ramona and
their families during this time.
Rose
in the Pulpit
Is in celebration of the birth of Joseph Daniel Pang
on November 2, 2003. Congratulations to parents, Bryan
& Lynn Pang, and grandparents, Linuce & Jeanette
Pang!
Leftover
Halloween Candy?
Donate your leftover Halloween candy to Student Ministries!
Just bring it to the office with a note that says "Jim
and Yo Miller." Thanks for being sweet!
Prayers
Answered
Has the Lord answered your prayer from a request you
made last Christmas Eve? If so, send those Christmas
Eve roses back to Pastor Dan as soon as you can, along
with a brief note of how the Lord has graciously answered
that request. The rose you send back will be added to
the "wreath of answered prayers" to remind
us of the faithfulness of the God we serve.
ADULTS
Bible Study with Dr. Rely Heins: Genesis
Sundays, 4:00 pm in Rooms 2-3
Join us as we study the Bible together.
Chancel
Choir call 271-1153
Thursdays, 7:00 pm in Sanctuary
We have resumed meeting on Thursdays. Please join us!
Damascus
Deli
Sundays, 9:30 am in Hale Laulima Mauka
A Bible study for adults in a fellowship
setting. Presently led by "guest" teachers,
soon continuing with Murray Bawden on The Parables of
the Bible. All are welcome!
DivorceCare
New 11-week session started October 23!
Thursdays, 6:30 pm, in Rooms 1-3
Going through a divorce can be one of the most challanging
times in your life. DivorceCare is a class that helps
you deal with these challenges. Join us as we work together
to get through this difficult time. (Led by Al and Marsha
Coscina.)
· Register
online
· For more information on Divorce care, please
see DivorceCare.com
· Childcare provided
Fishermen
of First Prez
Monday, November 24, 6:00
pm in Hale Ohana
The Fishermen of First Prez meet with a dinner on the
fourth Monday of each month. The upcoming meeting’s
topic is, “Being a Godly Man in the Workplace,"
with speaker Murray Bawden. All are welcome! Bring a
friend!
FPC
Certificate
Your completion of various Adult Ed courses can enable
you to receive a Certificate of Excellence. Visit the
Adult Ed table in Hale Ohana.
Helping
Hands
Can you lend a helping hand to someone in crisis on
an occasional basis? Sign up today in Hale Ohana or
online.
Mauka
Eleven
Sundays, 11:00 am in Hale Laulima Mauka
Adult Bible study through the Gospel of Luke
led by Ada Lum of Bible Institute of Hawaii. A new Bible
series begins in January led by Jan and Judy Dill of
First Prez. All are welcome!
MOPS
(Mothers Of Preschoolers & Infants)
Monday, November 10, 9-11 am in Hale Ohana
To find out more about MOPS, call Siana Hunt
at 943-1460 or e-mail MOPShawaii@hotmail.com.
Oasis
Ohana (formerly Java Rock)
Sundays, 9:30 am at AAUW House
Oasis is the fellowship group that gathers around God's
Word, a pool in a desert, for refreshment after a week
in His service. We’re going through Purpose-Driven
Life with the church, so it’s the perfect time
to join!
Prayer
Ministry
• Intercessory Prayer Meeting
Sundays 8:00-9:00 a.m. in the Lighthouse
• Prayer for healing and personal needs
After each service at the Prayer Table in
Hale Ohana
• Urgent Prayer requests
Call Nancy at 521-7286.
Presbyterian
Golf Adventures (PGA)
For information on the FPC Golf Club, please stop by
the Hospitality Table on Sundays. You may also access
detailed information at our
website. Questions? Contact Bruce Patterson at 373-1286
or bpatterson@hdcc.com
RAA!
(Retired Active Adults)
Wednesday, November 12, 10:30 am in Hale Ohana
See announcement under “Upcoming Events.”
Runners
Interested in the 2003 Honolulu Marathon
Saturdays , 8:00 am at Kapiolani Park
We are establishing a running club and clinic for runners
of all levels (first time marathoners especially welcome!),
providing a training regime/schedule, runs, tips, and
encouraging fellowship along the way. We will meet every
Saturday morning at Kapiolani Park starting July 12th
(time TBA). Please bring friends. Looking for experienced
runners to help lead. Call Kelly Wong at 221-3203 or
email kmjwong@aol.com
Single
Impact!
Thursday evening activities:
7:00 pm–Bible Study
8:30 pm–Fellowship time
See our event flyers at the Single Impact!
table for more information.
Newsletter
Check out the Singles Impact! newsletter, WIRE,
on the FPC website at http://www.fpchawaii.org/ministries_adults.html.
Copies of the newsletter are also available at our table
in Hale Ohana.
Small
Groups
Drop by to check out our Small Group Board
in Hale Ohana. Information cards on groups open to new
members are available for your selection!
Our Webpage
The Small Group ministry team launched a Web page for
small groups. Check it out on the First Prez website!
Taiwanese
Ministry call 531-8930
Sundays , 12:30 pm in Sanctuary
We provide a full-service ministry to Taiwanese speaking
people in Hawaii. We also offer various fellowship events.
Women’s
Ministry
Women’s Christmas High Tea
Saturday, Dec. 6, 1:45-4:30 pm in Hale Ohana
See announcement under “Upcoming Events.”
Young
Adults (22-29)
“Real World” call Jordan 532-1118
Check out our
website where you’ll find information and
other upcoming activities.
Young Adults’ Bible Study
Sundays, 6:00-8:00 pm in Hale Laulima Mauka
Top three reasons to join your peers for Bible study
on Sunday nights:
1. Jordan Seng is teaching
2. There's free munchies
3. We're studying Acts...so you know it won't be boring!
Not only that, we're putting it into practice, so it
REALLY won't be boring!
STUDENTS
Senior High call Jim 440-6565
"New Community"
Sundays, 11:00 am and Wednesdays, 6:30pm in the Lighthouse
High School students, come on!
Girls' Group
Sundays, 1:00 pm
Guy’s Bible Study
Fridays, 6:30 pm at Matt Yasuda's house
NEEDED: Bakers
A few people who like to bake goodies
for hungry high schoolers! Call Jim at 440-6565.
Junior
High call Yo 440-6563
“Wild Kingdom” • Sundays,
9:30 am in Hale Laulima Makai
Wild Kingdom now meets in the Lighthouse
every Sunday morning at 9:30 am!
“The Zoo” Weekly Small Groups
Wednesdays, 6:30-8:00 pm or Fridays, 5:00-6:00 pm
Join us for a time of bonding and Bible study. Call
Yo at 440-6563 to sign up today!
CHILDREN
Sunday School for Kids call Vicki 440-6564
There are Children's Ministry Activities
available for all children at all services. For specific
information for your child, please visit the Children's
Ministry table in front of Room 8, or the Hospitality
table.
We love your children and have designed Children's Ministry
to meet their needs through Bible study, fun, fellowship,
and worship with other children.
“A Stranger In the Manger”
The musical is well underway and parts have
been assigned! All children that have not already joined
the cast are asked to attend the alternate programs
during the 11:00 sevice - see Vicki for details.
Puppet Ministry Basics and Beyond!
Tuesday, November 18, 6:30 pm in Hale Ohana
To all puppeteers and anyone interested in
working with them, please plan to attend a great seminar
being held at our church. Come join us for a fun evening
of training and instruction with Dale and Liz VonSeggen
from One Way Street Puppet Ministry
Pre-Teen Extreeme!
Wednesday, November 12, 6:30-8:00 pm at Hale Ohana
All 5th and 6th Graders! Join us for a very
fun time of fellowship, fun and faith and food. See
Vicki for a flyer and more information.
OUTREACH
GROUPS
Community Services
“Doing Something Beautiful for God” call
Eileen Lum 595-2396
We want to show God’s love with our presence
helping the needy and hurting in our community. Please
pick up a brochure in the back of the Sanctuary for
a listing of service opportunities.
Food Donations
Thank you for continuing to bring non-perishable foods
each Sunday for the homeless and needy in Honolulu!
Your compassion and generosity are a blessing to these
our brothers and sisters. Keep them coming!
Missions
& Evangelism
Missions Opportunities
Cuba: October 2003 • 7-days
Japan: Summer 2004 • 10-14 days
Thailand: October 2003, January 2004
China: Late summer or October 2004 • 16 days
For more info or suggestions, contact:
Gill Berger: 394-6678 / gilllori@aol.com
Jordan Seng: 532-1118 / Jordan@fpchawaii.org
Elaine Masters: 926-0115 / emasters@verizon.net
Rosella Shishido: 532-1113 / Rosella@fpchawaii.org
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