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last updated: May 8, 2008

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HEADLINE NEWS

Azusa Pacific Men’s Chorale Concert with Kaukahi
Thursday, May 15, 6 pm in the Glass Ballroom
Please join us for a special concert of world-class singing! The Azusa Pacific Men’s Chorale is an outstanding choir, which is known for its pursuit of musical excellence. They will be performing after a beautiful concert by Hawaii’s own Kaukahi! Presented by the First Prez Creative Arts Program, all are invited!

Seekers & Joiners Classes
3 Sundays, May 18, 25 and June 1, 11 am-1 pm
Get to know more about First Prez by coming to the "Seekers & Joiners" classes. It's a set of 3 classes, led by Pastor David and Pastor Dan, held on Sunday mornings to help you find out more about the Presbyterian Church as a whole, First Prez in particular, and what it means to be part of our church. The classes are required of those wanting to join First Prez or wanting to transfer their membership. Childcare available upon request. Register today at 532-1113 / rosella@fpchawaii.org. We will need your name, your phone number and e-mail address.

Visit Israel
Informational meeting: Sunday, May 18 at 1 pm in the Kaneohe Room
“You’ll never be the same!” “It is a life-changing experience.” “Now, when I open God’s Book, it takes on a whole new dimension.” Those are just a few of the comments from folks who have travel to the Holy Land. In June 2009 Pastor David Stoker will be hosting a church tour to the land of the Bible. Also in June 2010 we will have a group visiting the Oberammergau Passion Play in Germany. Come to our informational meeting on May 18 to find out more about the trips. Any questions: 532-1117 or david@fpchawaii.org.

Mexico Mission “Stock" Sale
Are you looking for a place to make an investment that will last for eternity? How about investing in the High School Mexico Mission Trip to Miracle Ranch in Ensenada, Mexico. You can invest in and support the mission trip by buying shares of “stock" at $25 per share. Being a share holder means you will agree to pray for the youth going, contribute $25 towards the cost, and be invited to the “Share Holders" meeting following the mission trip to hear about all that God does during the mission. Buying one share or more, maybe even fifty is a great way to support this mission and help to defray part of the $50,000 cost of the trip. And who knows whose life will be changed for eternity because of your investment. Stock is available at the Mexico table on the Makai side.

MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES
*Information and sign-up available at the Administration Receptionist desk or call 532-1111. Volunteers needed are:

Chancel Flowers for Sunday Services
If you would like to donate flowers for our Sanctuary in honor of a loved one or in celebration of an event, please sign your name on the flower chart located on the roll-out board in the back of the Sanctuary. Thank you!

GENERAL INFORMATION

Chancel Flowers
Today's chancel flowers are given in loving memory of Dr. and Mrs. William E. Phifer, Jr. by their three sons: William E. Phifer, III of Los Angeles, The Rev. Kenneth W. Phifer of Ann Arbor, and Robert W. Phifer of Boston. Dr. Phifer was the senior founding pastor of the First Presbyterian Church of Honolulu from 1959-1974. Today's flowers specially celebrate the centennial year of Evelyn Phifer's birthdate of June 11, 1908.

Roses on the Organ
Are in celebration of the births of: Emma Rose Patterson (her parents are Joe & Debbie Patterson and her grandparents are Bruce & Patty Patterson)
and Achilles John Weatherford (his parents are Brian & Tina Weatherford; his grandparents are John & Debby Weatherford; and his great grandparents are Stan & Roberta Jones). Congratulations to all!

Are You A Caregiver?
“Family, Friend or Neighbor who stands by those you love as they face chronic illness, disability, or death. Caregivers are a diverse group of people of all ages and from all walks of life - some new to caregiving, some just anticipating becoming caregivers and others for whom providing care has become a way of life." FPC is looking to strengthen its ministry to caregivers and help support your labor of love. We need to identify those in our church family who would benefit from an ongoing support group. Please stop by the Family Life table in the main entrance and fill out a short survey form. You may also request a survey at the caregiverfoundation@yahoo.com. If you have any questions, please contact Linda Roberts at 247-2899.

Welcome the Presbyterians
Our Presbytery of the Pacific is holding its meeting here on May 17. All can attend and learn about our denomination. Currently your help is needed to be a host family (three nights only) and help with several other activities. On Saturday night you can attend Tihati Production’s Buffet Dinner and Show, The Creation, at a reduced fee, while extending hospitality to our mainland guests. Look for details and sign up now at a table in the Ministry table area.

Use Caution on Kamehameha Hwy
The Honolulu Police Department is urging caution when turning left off of Kamehameha Hwy onto Kionaole Rd. Officers working traffic duty reported observing several “near misses," which could have resulted in severe injury or death. All drivers need to use patience and caution when crossing the double lane of oncoming traffic and remember that oncoming cars are anticipating the traffic light directly ahead and not cross lane traffic.

Flower Donation Sign-Ups
If you would like to commemorate a special occasion or honor a loved one in 2008 by donating flowers for our Sanctuary, please sign up on the Flower Chart located on the large rolling bulletin board in the foyer. The beautiful flowers on the chancel and around the campus, are arranged by our own First Prez Flower Team! Your donation will help brighten and beautify our Sanctuary.

Credit Card Giving
If you would like to set up automatic payments for monthly giving through your Mastercard or Visa, contact the front desk for a form.

2008 Offering Envelopes
Those who wish to pick up their 2008 offering envelopes, see the receptionist or call 532-1111.

First-Time Visitor?
Come to the Hospitality table in the foyer and pick up a welcome packet with a special gift for you. Thanks for visiting!

Worship Leaders' CD's
CD's of our worship leaders are available in the lobby by the waterfall.

Security Alert
Be aware that there have been several thefts from unlocked cars in our parking lot. We are taking a number of steps to increase security campus-wide, but be careful to lock vehicles and not leave valuables in plain sight.

Honolulu 2007 Conference CD's
Here is a special opportunity to hear the great speakers from this year's H.I.M. Conference. You may check out CD's of all of the general sessions and seminars at the Adult Ed Table. CD's may be checked out for one week. If you have any CD's from the 2006 Conference, please be sure to return them to the Adult Ed Table as soon as possible. Thanks!

Cry Room Open
Sundays during all three services
We love babies, but if yours is crying or getting squirmy, the Cry Room is a great option–and there's piped-in sound so you won't miss a beat of the worship service!

ADULT ED CLASSES

9:30 am Adult Ed Classes

• The Back Door (a family life class)
  The group is taking a break until September at which time a new Family Life series begins Sundays at 9:30 am, on Marriage and Family, led by Pastor Sim and Mimi Fulcher.
• Oasis
  Sundays, 9:30 am in Kaneohe Room
  Pastor David Stoker
  Today our guest teacher is Dr. James Sire, formerly a senior editor at InterVarsity Press, active speaker and writer. Next week we continue our lesson series on the Book of James.

11:00 am Adult Ed Class

• Connections
  Sundays, 11:00 am in Honey's Back Room
  Do you want God to transform you? Are you serious about your walk with Jesus? This class is studying the prophetic book of Daniel–an OT book which is relevant for 21st century believers. Led by Peter and Ann Kai Millard.

Book Club
Second Tuesday of each month in Manoa
The next meeting is June 14 and we'll be reading Three Cups Of Tea by Greg Mortenson and David Oliver Relin
• July 12 - Original Jesus by Thomas Wright.
For more information and directions, please call Laurelyn Berger at 394-7768 or Karen Stockton at 988-6755.

Chancel Choir 271-1153
Chancel Choir practice Thursdays, 7:00 pm in the Kane'ohe Room.

Common Grace
"Matching the kindness of First Prez with the needs of kids at Kaneohe Elementary School." For info about joining our mentoring team, which meets one on one with the children, contact Ken Roberts at 247-2899.

Creative Arts Program
(CAP) & Performing Arts 532-1111
Stay tuned for info on upcoming events...

Divorce Care
Find Help. Discover Hope. Experience Healing. If you or someone you know could benefit from this program, please join us. For questions, please call Al & Marsha Coscina, 254-3136.

Fishermen of First Prez
Last Tuesday of every month, 6 pm at Ko‘olau
Stay tuned for information about this month's dinner.
Men's Fraternity
Tuesdays, 6:10 am at Central Seventh Day Adventist Church

Military Ministry
Mommy's Night Off
Last Saturday of each month, 4-8 pm in the Children's Ministry Area
An Outreach and Respite for Spouses of Deployed Marines. We are looking for Grammys and Grampas, Aunties and Uncles, Retired & Active Military, High & Middle School Youth to volunteer to provide childcare for the spouses of deployed Marines. They need a well-deserved break and this is a wonderful way for our church to do outreach to the military community. If you have the heart for this outreach and like working with children, please sign up at the Family Life table during church hours or contact Linda Roberts at
247-2899 or klrob@hawaii.rr.com

GriefShare
For all those who mourn the death of a loved one, join us and find a place to heal. We have just completed the latest series. The next series will begin in July. For more information, call Lee Alden Johnson at 226-7511, Joan Young at 988-2612.

Helping Hands
What do you do when you are in crisis? You can request help by contacting the Deacons' Helping Hands team. Sign up by clicking here. Go by the coffee table on Sundays and ask a Deacon for further information!

Malama Ohana (Caring For Our Family)
If you are a care-giver for someone who is suffering from long-term debilitating disease, this ministry may be able to help you by providing volunteers to give practical and emotional support. If you want to volunteer or need help, please call Peter and Ann Kai Millard at 924-4042.

Prayer Ministry
Prayer for healing & personal needs
After each service at the Prayer table in the Foyer

Presbyterian Golf Adventures (PGA)
The next tournament is Saturday, May 17, 7:40 am at Mililani. For detailed information, go to www.fpchawaii.org under Ministries. Contact Bruce Patterson at 373-1286 or bpatterson@hdcc.com for info.

RAA! (Retired Active Adults)
Monthly Luncheon
Wednesday, May 21, 10:30 am in the Kaneohe Room
All interested parties are invited to join us in making Ti leaf leis for distribution in the Kaneohe Veterans Cemetery on Memorial Day. You don't need to know how to make them...we will teach you. This is an opportunity to show appreciation to our vets. We will start at 10:30 on 21 May and have lunch at noon. Sign up today and next Sunday at the RAA table.

Single Impact!
Singles are invited to choose among our many excellent Sunday school classes.
The Next Great Thing
Stay tuned for the Next Great Thing coming in May!

Small Groups
Expand your community and grow in your faith by joining a small group.  Small groups are relational groups of 5-15 people that meet regularly in homes across the island to provide care, personal discipleship and a place to develop your gifts. Go to the small group table for more information or contact 532-1111.

Taiwanese Ministry 531-8930
Sunday , 12:30 pm in the Sanctuary
We provide a full-service ministry to Taiwanese speaking people in Hawaii. We also offer various fellowship events.

Tawanese Bible Study
Sundays, 11:00 am in Kane'ohe Room

Women's Ministry
(Dee Dee Lee 532-1135)
Stay tuned for Women's Summer Bible Study dates.

Young Adults & Families (20's & 30's) ( Dave 440-6570 / 398-3283
Generation
Thursdays, 6 pm, downstairs in Room LL-12 (the room with the sofas)
Free childcare • dinner • worship • teaching • time to hang out, be refreshed & meet God. You'll get the best of both worlds at Generation: a large group of people your age, and then smaller group-time to talk with and pray for each other. Join us at “Generation," a new gathering place for young adults and families. For more info, contact Dave Kusumoto at 398-3283 or davek@fpchawaii.org

College Fellowship
Mars Hill
Sundays, 7:30 pm at UH Manoa
It's a place to connect for all college age who want to dig into God's Word and encourage one another. We meet in the Architecture Building on the UH Campus. Call Matt Yasuda at 561-5167.

STUDENTS
Middle School (7th-8th) Drew 532-1118
Sunday School
Sundays, 9:30 am in the Glass Classroom
It's more than a class, it's an encounter. Come and join us at 9:30 am in LL12 for fun, fellowship, food and a chance to go deep with Christ.
M2 – Manic Mondays
Mondays, 6:30-8 pm in LL12
We will start with a light dinner for those coming from practices and then get into the manic part which includes fun, feellowship, worship and relationships that transform. Call Drew at 292-0691 if you have any questions.
Middle School Blow Out
Friday, May 9, 6-9 pm meet at Manoa Vally UCC Church
We're meeting at Manoa Valley UCC Church to join their youth group for a night of games, worship, tons of food, and an awesome time. We'll start with dinner and end with some incredible dessert. Invite your friends, bring a car load and be ready for the night of your life.

Senior High (9th-12th) Drew 532-1118
New Community - Sunday School
Sundays, 9:30 am in the Glass Classroom
Come and continue to dig into the Gospel of Luke as we gather in the Aquarium (Glass Classroom) at 9:30 am. Donuts provided.
The Gathering
Wednesdays, 6:30 pm in LL12
It starts at 6:30 pm for those who would like a little dinner. each week will be a little different, kicking into high gear at 7 pm with awesome worship, great games and fellowship, and then we will go deep into what our Christian walks can be.
Mexico Mission 2008 Training
Saturday, May 24, 12 pm in LL12
This is our last training before heading to Miracle Ranch. We will be doing our Auction projects. Plan on joining us at noon for lunch and training. Then at 1:30 we will head out in teams for our different projects. It's gonna be a blast!
High School Breakfast & Bible HSB&B
It's a brand new way to get your day started and you don't want to miss it. Beginning Wednesday, April 23 at four locations around the island an “HSB&B" is going to be starting up near you. So what is it? How about a free breakfast, a quick time in the Word, and some awesome fellowship before starting your school day? It will be from 6:30-7:10 am and then you are off to school. So, where are they?
Zippy's at Kahala - Kalani HS
Sure Shot Cafe - on Wilder near Punahou HS
McDonald's - on Valkenburg near Assets HS
Agnes Portuguese Bake Shop - near Kalaheo HS
There's something for everyone so get up and give it a try!
Youth Sunday
Next Sunday, May 18, is Youth Sunday. High School folks are putting on all three services. It's going to be kicking. If you want to get involved, call Drew at 292-0691.

CHILDREN
Sunday School for Kids Karen 440-6564
There are Children's Ministry activities available for all children.

Nursery–Preschool (Birth–3 Years)
Our babies will feel safe and loved by nurturing caregivers in just the right environment for them to explore during all services.

Preschool (3-4 Years)
Each week your child will experience activities through worship, Bible Story and hands on activities to learn about God's love during the 8, 9:30 and 11 am services.

Elementary K-4
At 9:30 am our Ko‘olau Kids will experience the same Scripture passage but in separate age-appropriate classes. These classes will equip our kids to talk about and apply their faith. Then, at 11 am begins "Kids Own Worship" where our Ko'olau Kids will sign, shout and celebrate God's goodness, mighty works and unconditional love. This is a time when our keiki will focus on God in a personal way - and experience worship through fun and uplifting songs and memorable Bible learning.

5th & 6th Grades
Our 5th & 6th Graders are grappling with issues that concern them in their faith development. Grapple will grab our preteen's attention by covering faith topics, relational issues and current issues that matter to our preteens. Our 5th & 6th Graders will join our K-4 Kids Own Worship during the 11 am service.

Vacation Bible School
June 9-13, 9 am at Ko‘olau
You may register your child for Vacation Bible School (VBS) in the Children's Ministry Area or online at www.fpchawaii.org. The VBS Power Lab will be June 9 - 13 from 9 am to 12 noon. Also, we are looking for volunteers to serve. If interested, please contact karen at 440-6564 or karen@fpchawaii.org.

OUTREACH GROUPS
Community Services
“Doing Something Beautiful for God”
(Ramona Harris 223-3906)
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 foyer for a listing of service opportunities.

Pitching Cans for Cambodia
Help feed the children of Cambodia by pitching your cans into the redemption bins located in the entrance to the Grand Ballroom on Sunday mornings during the month of May! Save cans and plastic bottles with the HI 5 stamp.

MISSIONS & EVANGELISM
Prayer Requests
Will and Rachel Mather have arrived in Bangladesh. Pray for their training, ministry and ease of transition to their new surroundings. Continue your prayers for Elaine Masters as she prepares for Thailand and Bangladesh (May 25). Joe and Barbara Grimes leave for Mexico to work on Old Testament translation with the Huichol Indians (returning May 27). Pray for safe travel, good health, computers and equipment working smoothly, and without incidence, God's grace for the passionate Huichol people.
June Mission
Help empower a Swazi church to care for orphans through starting a poultry farm. Advocates for Africa's Children mission trip leaving around June 15 for two weeks. Contact Heidi Lum at 391-9777.
Hearts for Africa Mission Trip
July 7-17 and July 16 – 26
Contact Susan Page at spage@hawaii.rr.com
Kenya Mission Trip to Githumu Hospital
September 25 - October 10, 2008
We will be working with the Africans in this small, struggling hospital: teaching, evangelizing, repairing equipment, painting and landscaping. Needed: masons, electrician, painters, landscapers. Contact Alice Yoder at 247-5298.

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