This Sunday we will hear these familiar words from the
Gospel of Matthew:
Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything that I have commanded you. And remember,
I am with you always, to the end of the age.
Despite how these words have been abused, these are good words, and it’s a commission that shapes us and beckons us forward into ministry and mission for the world. What Matthew is envisioning is an inclusive human community, which includes all nations and all kinds of people of every class and culture and skin color and all the other distinctions that may separate us.
In this time of COVID 19, what would happen upon the face of the earth if we embodied the presence of Christ and his compassion, grace, mercy, and forgiveness for all peoples of the earth? What if this became the “new normal” for us and for our world?
Not only does Jesus give us a challenging commission, he sends us forth with a promise that he is with us always, to the end of the age. We’re not in this alone. Nor do we travel in our own strength and power. Because Jesus is with us, we will continue our journey with confidence, courage, and hope. Please join us in worship this Sunday where we will be emboldened for the work Jesus has entrusted to us.
Pastor David
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Preaching this Sunday is Bishop Elizabeth Eaton. Bishop Eaton is the presiding Bishop of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA), and she is taking this Sunday, Trinity Sunday, to share a sermon with all the congregations of the ELCA. Please join us for her message this Sunday.
In contemplation of the gravity of the COVID-19 situation, Bishop Eaton, along with the Most Rev. Michael B. Curry, presiding bishop of the Episcopal Church, invite members to pray: A Prayer for the Power of the Spirit among the People of God. This new prayer for Pentecost was crafted by a team of Lutheran and Episcopal prayer leaders in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. The ELCA and the Episcopal Church are approaching the 20th anniversary of their full communion agreement “Called to Common Mission.”
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God of all power and love, we give thanks for your unfailing presence and the hope you provide in times of uncertainty and loss. Send your Holy Spirit to enkindle in us your holy fire. Revive us to live as Christ’s body in the world: a people who pray, worship, learn, break bread, share life, heal neighbors, bear good news, seek justice, rest and grow in the Spirit. Wherever and however we gather, unite us in common prayer and send us in common mission, that we and the whole creation might be restored and renewed, through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Amen.
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Additional Announcements:
Worship
Online this Sunday at 10 am
Log on early to socialize at 9:30 am
Join usfor this live worship. A recording of this worship service and other Calvary events may also be viewed on FaceBook, YouTube and on the church website www.calvarybythesea.org
Note: Zoom Call in numbers might be busy. Try any of those numbers provided. Dial the number, when asked, enter meetingID# 575479904,
Listen & Enjoy the service.
After service, you are welcome to stay for coffee and fellowship from wherever you are. Until we meet for the next worship service, take extra care and stay healthy!
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A l o h a,
Monika Day, Pulelehua Quirk, Bruce Kau, Marty Welch, Jewell Tuitele, and Jan Sung all continue to work very hard to search for our new pastor.
The Call Committee continues to work with the ELCA Pacifica Synod to find the pastor who best fits Calvary by the Sea’s needs and dreams in this new time. God knows who will best serve Calvary by the Sea as we work together to meet the needs of our community.
Mahalo for keeping them in prayer.
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MAHALO to God's Angels who are the
Courageous, Compassionate,
Selfless, Essential, Frontline
Heroes risking their lives everyday to save ours.
May GOD BLESS ALL of YOU and keep YOU and YOUR FAMILIES Safe and Healthy!
Sunday School Updates
Aloha Sunday School Ohana!
Jesus says to Love One Another in the video below. He reminds kids and grownups to remember to be helpful, kind and love one another. Please continue to stay safe, healthy and LOVE each other 😊
Come and enjoy the blessings of Yoga at 6:15pm on Wednesdays or at 8:30am on Saturdays in Hale Aloha.
During Covid-19 pandemic,
classes are temporarily
limited to 8 students.
$5.00 donation requested.
Donations support the church and Angel Network
This class is open to people of all ages, abilities, and faiths. Prospective students and others requiring further information contact: Martha Staff 808 372-1280
Lutheran World Relief
75,000 MORE Face Mask Challenge!
When Lutheran World Relief launched the 75,000 Face Mask Challenge last month, they knew the compassionate response would be overwhelming - and that good people like you would meet the challenge. They just had no idea you'd pull it off so quickly. Thank you!
As COVID-19 continues to make its way around the world, the poorest communities stand to bear the heaviest burdens. Cloth masks are a first barrier of defense, and the need is only increasing. To reach even more people in dire need, Lutheran World Relief is collecting 75,000 more masks! How many will you make to help stop the spread? Sign up for more informationwww.lwr.org/masks
