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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20240331T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20240331T110000
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SUMMARY:Easter Eggstravaganza
DESCRIPTION:Join Children’s Ministry for their annual Easter Eggstravaganza on Sunday\, March 31 at 10 AM on the Preschool lawn. \nKeiki are invited to bring a basket and ‘hunt’ for eggs\, then exchange their eggs for a goody bag! Each egg collected will represent a monetary donation that will be made to the Aloha Diaper Bank\, the organization we’re partnering with this Lenten season. \n\nChildren’s Ministry is doing a Diaper Drive in partnership with the Aloha Diaper Bank to help alleviate diaper need in our community. All are invited to contribute in either way: \n\nDonate diapers and/or wipes —They may be dropped off every Sunday in Lent and on Easter Sunday or dropped off in the Church Office during regular business hours during Lent\, through Easter Sunday.\n\n\nMake a financial donation in person or online: bit.ly/diaper4keiki\n\n \nThroughout the Lenten season we reflected on “Essentials for the Journey.” Let’s help with these essentials for the journey (diapers!) for those in need in our community. Learn more about diaper need and its impact on our community: alohadiaperbank.org. \n\n 
URL:https://centralunionchurch.org/event/easter-eggstravaganza/
LOCATION:Central Union Preschool Lawn
CATEGORIES:CUC,Lent
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ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Ministry":MAILTO:cayanna-herrera@centralunionchurch.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20240331T070000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20240331T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235459
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240323T031727Z
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SUMMARY:Easter Sunday Worship
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Easter Sunday at our usual worship times to celebrate the risen Christ! \n7 AM – Atherton Chapel \n9 AM – Sanctuary\nFeaturing music by The Honolulu Brass \n11 AM – Parish Hall (contemporary worship) \n 
URL:https://centralunionchurch.org/event/easter-sunday-worship-2024/
CATEGORIES:CUC,Lent
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20240329T190000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20240329T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235459
CREATED:20240113T025846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240322T224725Z
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SUMMARY:Good Friday Service
DESCRIPTION:On Good Friday\, we remember the crucifixion of Jesus. It is only by acknowledging and moving through the brokenness\, struggle\, separation confronting each of us in this Holy Week—and in our own lives and world—that we can experience the power of Easter and resurrection.
URL:https://centralunionchurch.org/event/good-friday-2024/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
CATEGORIES:CUC,Lent
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20240328T173000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20240328T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235459
CREATED:20240309T043758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240321T215640Z
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SUMMARY:Maundy Thursday
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Maundy Thursday for a simple community meal and time of contemplation as we remember Jesus’ last meal with his disciples.\n\nDinner will be provided so please RSVP by March 19. Call the church office (808-440-3004) or RSVP online at this link: bit.ly/MaundyThursCUC
URL:https://centralunionchurch.org/event/maundy-thursday-2024/
LOCATION:Parish Hall
CATEGORIES:CUC,Lent
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20240326T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20240326T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235459
CREATED:20240218T170858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240218T170915Z
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SUMMARY:Children's Ministry Family Beach Day
DESCRIPTION:Families\, join Children’s Ministry for a time of fun\, relaxation\, and fellowship at the beach!\n\nTime and location to be announced soon.
URL:https://centralunionchurch.org/event/childrens-ministry-family-beach-day-march-26-2024/
CATEGORIES:Children's Ministry,CUC
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ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Ministry":MAILTO:cayanna-herrera@centralunionchurch.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20240317T160000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20240317T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235459
CREATED:20240308T042032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240308T042032Z
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SUMMARY:Nā Wai Chamber Choir Concert "Stabat Mater"
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://centralunionchurch.org/event/na-wai-concert-stabat-mater/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
CATEGORIES:CUC,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20240303T140000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20240303T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235459
CREATED:20240216T002726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240302T020726Z
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SUMMARY:19th Annual AGO Organ Recital: James Kealey
DESCRIPTION:The 19th Annual AGO Organ Recital will be held in the CUC Sanctuary on Sunday\, March 3\, at 2 PM\, featuring James Kealey\, organist. He serves as Associate Director of Music & Organist at Third Presbyterian Church in Rochester\, NY and is a candidate for the Doctor of Music Arts degree at Eastman. \nAdmission is free. Donations are welcome. \nView program \n \nJAMES KEALEY\nBiography\nWinner of the First Prize and Audience Prize at the 2022 American Guild of Organists’ National Young Artists Competition in Organ performance (NYACOP)\, James Kealey is a young artist of great distinction who has appeared in recital in England\, the U.S.A.\, and in Europe. \nPrevious highlight engagements include recitals at Westminster Abbey UK; Methuen Memorial Music Hall\, MA; St John the Divine\, NYC\, the Spreckels Organ Pavilion\, and recitals for many AGO chapters around the country. Performances this season include stops in Dubuque IA\, Buffalo NY\, Naples FL\, Philadelphia PA\, Seattle WA\, Charlotte NC\, Houston TX\, two recitals in Hawaii\, and a solo organ recital at the 2024 National Convention of the American Guild of Organists in San Francisco. \nA native of Great Britain\, James came to the U.S.A. having held positions at notable English Cathedrals. He received his undergraduate degree from Royal Holloway\, University of London\, and worked as Senior Organ Scholar to the Chapel Choir there in their series of live broadcasts\, international tours\, CD recordings\, weekly services\, and concerts. \nIn the spring of 2020\, James completed his Master of Music degree from the Eastman School of Music in Organ Performance and Literature. In 2021 he was honored to be named one of The Diapason’s “20 under 30”\, an accolade awarded to the most successful young artists in the field. \nIn the summer of 2023\, his debut CD “Rhapsodic” was released on the Pro Organo recording label. Performed on the incredible E. & G. G. Hook & Hastings / Andover organ at St. Joseph’s Cathedral\, Buffalo NY\, it features works by Whitlock\, Delius\, Price\, Howells\, Vierne\, Still\, and Franck. \nCurrently\, James serves as full time Interim Director of Music/Organist at Third Presbyterian Church in Rochester\, NY. In this capacity he directs the Chancel Choir and the Third Church Choristers. Alongside this position\, James is a candidate for the Doctor of Music Arts degree at the Eastman School of Music\, Rochester\, NY in the studio of Prof. David Higgs. \nJames is represented in North America by Karen McFarlane Artists\, Inc. \nCurrent as of December 7\, 2023
URL:https://centralunionchurch.org/event/organ-recital-james-kealey/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
CATEGORIES:CUC,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20240224T170000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20240224T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235459
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SUMMARY:"Love and Honesty" Dinner & Entertainment
DESCRIPTION:ALL are welcome to this special event\, sponsored by the Women’s League of Central Union Church\, to welcome our new Senior Minister and his family\, new CUC members\, and bring together all members of our church and wider community. \nCome for an evening of dinner\, entertainment\, and fellowship! Enjoy Hawaiian and local food\, song\, dance\, and culture! \nThe overall theme for the evening\, “Love and Honesty”\, reflects our church motto “Love Never Faileth” and is also the title of the famous local song from the 90s by Hawaiian Style Band’s Wade Cambern who is the featured headliner for the evening along with others who will share gifts of song and dance. We will celebrate LOVE; honoring God and God’s Love—love with a significant other\, love of family\, love of the church\, loving our neighbors\, loving our enemies\, loving ourselves… \nYou may complete the form below to reserve your tickets for the event! \nOR you can purchase tickets at the church on Sundays\, between the end of the 9 AM & start of the 11 AM worship services\, or on Wednesdays at the Church Office from 10 AM to 2 PM. \nRESERVE YOUR TICKETS BY FEBRUARY 10!\nTICKET PRICING\nGeneral Admission (ages 13-98) = $25\nAges 4-12 = $18\nUnder 4 and over 98 = FREE\nLoading…
URL:https://centralunionchurch.org/event/love-honesty/
LOCATION:Parish Hall
CATEGORIES:CUC
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20240220T180000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20240220T191500
DTSTAMP:20260403T235459
CREATED:20240103T215820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240112T001833Z
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SUMMARY:Lenten Study: Gifts of the Dark Wood
DESCRIPTION:Have you failed recently? Do you feel lost\, or like the road ahead is unclear? Are you ever tempted? Do you find any part of your life exhausting? Do you feel out of place among your peers\, or society at large? \nBased on themes explored in Eric Elnes’ book Gifts of the Dark Wood\, our Lenten Study group will explore the proposition that our best help on life’s journey often comes from the most unlikely and misunderstood of places: a place known famously\, or infamously\, as the Dark Wood.\n\n  \nLed by Pastor Rushan Sinnaduray\n\nFive Tuesdays during Lent (Come when you can!)\nFebruary 20\, 27; March 5\, 12\, 19\n6:00 – 7:15 p.m.\n\nRewick Board Room\n  \n\nNote: You do NOT need to have read the book\, but if you would like a copy of the book\, it is available as both an e-book or physical book.\nPlease sign up here: https://bit.ly/cuc2024lent
URL:https://centralunionchurch.org/event/lenten-study/2024-02-20/
LOCATION:Rewick Board Room
CATEGORIES:Faith Formation,Lent
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20240218T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20240218T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235459
CREATED:20240125T215452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T215722Z
UID:17991-1708250400-1708254000@centralunionchurch.org
SUMMARY:Bible Study: “What the Bible Says (and Doesn’t Say) about Easter”
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a time of Bible study\, learning\, and discussion with our guest teacher\, Rev. Dr. Donald Schmidt\, who is a leading voice in progressive studies of our scriptures! Pastor Donald will invite us to read the texts anew and listen for what our Stillspeaking God is saying to us today. Each study will stand on its own and ALL are welcome\, so come as you are able!\n\n\n\n\n\nFebruary 4 – “Surprising Stories of New Testament Women”\n\n\nFebruary 18 – “What the Bible Says (and Doesn’t Say) about Easter”\n\n\n\n\nABOUT OUR GUEST TEACHER\n\n\n\nDonald Schmidt recently retired after some 40 years in active parish ministry\, so he could devote himself full-time to his first love: telling the stories of the Bible. In that process – which he tends to fill with humour and a sense of wit – Schmidt is eager to point out to it that often what we think – or have been told – the Bible says is not in fact always the real story. In a series of books (10 so far) written for progressive Christians\, Donald Schmidt invites us to lay aside traditional understandings and read the Bible with fresh eyes and an open heart. Schmidt has served churches in Canada and the US and also served for a time in staff with the Hawai‘i Conference United Church of Christ. He currently lives in Penticton\, British Columbia\, Canada.
URL:https://centralunionchurch.org/event/bible-study-february-18-2024/
LOCATION:Women’s Building
CATEGORIES:CUC,Faith Formation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20240218T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20240218T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235459
CREATED:20240119T042239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240119T202805Z
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SUMMARY:New Member Class
DESCRIPTION:Interested in becoming a member of CUC? On February 18\, at 10 AM\, between the 9 AM and 11 AM services\, join Pastor Rushan in the Rewick Board Room (in the Admin building) to learn more about church membership! Please RSVP to natasha-dator@centralunionchurch.org by Thursday\, February 15\, 5 PM. \n 
URL:https://centralunionchurch.org/event/new-member-class-2-18-24/
LOCATION:Rewick Board Room
CATEGORIES:CUC
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20240215T110000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20240215T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235459
CREATED:20240209T233528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240209T233616Z
UID:18103-1707994800-1708000200@centralunionchurch.org
SUMMARY:Lenten Study: Gifts of the Dark Wood (morning session)
DESCRIPTION:Have you failed recently? Do you feel lost\, or like the road ahead is unclear? Are you ever tempted? Do you find any part of your life exhausting? Do you feel out of place among your peers\, or society at large? \nBased on themes explored in Eric Elnes’ book Gifts of the Dark Wood\, our Lenten Study group will explore the proposition that our best help on life’s journey often comes from the most unlikely and misunderstood of places: a place known famously\, or infamously\, as the Dark Wood.\n  \nLed by Pastor Rushan Sinnaduray\n\nFive Thursdays during Lent (Come when you can!)\nFebruary 15\, 22; March 7\, 14\, 21\n\n11 AM – 12:30 PM\n\nRewick Board Room\n  \n\nNote: You do NOT need to have read the book\, but if you would like a copy of the book\, it is available as both an e-book or physical book.\nPlease sign up here: https://bit.ly/cuc2024lent
URL:https://centralunionchurch.org/event/lenten-study-2024-morning/2024-02-15/
LOCATION:Rewick Board Room
CATEGORIES:Faith Formation,Lent
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20240214T183000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20240214T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235459
CREATED:20240113T025202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240208T232824Z
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SUMMARY:Ash Wednesday Service
DESCRIPTION:Ash Wednesday marks the onset of Lent\, the 40-day period of reflection\, repentance\, and preparation leading up to the celebration of Easter and resurrection. \nOn Ash Wednesday\, also known as the ‘Day of Ashes’\, the church invites all to have their foreheads marked with ashes in the shape of a cross as a sign of humility and mortality; and as a sign of sorrow and remorse for the pain we’ve experienced and the harm we’ve caused. We remember that we are dust\, and to dust we will return (Genesis 3:19). \nIn our busy culture\, the Lenten season is a gift. It offers us a time to slow down\, breathe deep\, and focus on our spiritual practices – those habits that draw us nearer to God and help us to sense the Spirit’s movement in our lives. \nJoin us for a simple evening service including music\, meditation\, and imposition of ashes\, as we begin the season of Lent.
URL:https://centralunionchurch.org/event/ash-wednesday-2024/
LOCATION:Atherton Chapel
CATEGORIES:Lent
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://centralunionchurch.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/ASH-Wednesday-graphic.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20240211T130000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20240211T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235459
CREATED:20240208T233323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240209T231043Z
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SUMMARY:The Big Games 2024 (for young-ish adults)
DESCRIPTION:Young-ish adults are invited to come for the BIG GAME(S) on Super Bowl Sunday\, from 1-5 PM!\n\n(“Young-ish adults” are generally those ages 18-45\, with some wiggle room)\n\n\n\nWatch the Chiefs and 49ers compete on the big screen and enjoy the performances by Usher\, Reba McEntire\, Post Malone\, Andra Day\, Tiësto. Mario Kart 64 will also be set up if you’re feeling competitive and playful. Come hang!\n\n\n\n(We love your keiki\, but this will be a child-free event.)\n\n\n\nRSVP to Pastor Mary: 815-979-5124
URL:https://centralunionchurch.org/event/the-big-games-2024/
LOCATION:Parish Hall
CATEGORIES:CUC
ORGANIZER;CN="Rev. Mary Herbig":MAILTO:mary-herbig@centralunionchurch.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20240204T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20240204T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235459
CREATED:20240125T215452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T215452Z
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SUMMARY:Bible Study: "Surprising Stories of New Testament Women”
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a time of Bible study\, learning\, and discussion with our guest teacher\, Rev. Dr. Donald Schmidt\, who is a leading voice in progressive studies of our scriptures! Pastor Donald will invite us to read the texts anew and listen for what our Stillspeaking God is saying to us today. Each study will stand on its own and ALL are welcome\, so come as you are able!\n\n\n\n\n\nFebruary 4 – “Surprising Stories of New Testament Women”\n\n\nFebruary 18 – “What the Bible Says (and Doesn’t Say) about Easter”\n\n\n\n\nABOUT OUR GUEST TEACHER\n\n\n\nDonald Schmidt recently retired after some 40 years in active parish ministry\, so he could devote himself full-time to his first love: telling the stories of the Bible. In that process – which he tends to fill with humour and a sense of wit – Schmidt is eager to point out to it that often what we think – or have been told – the Bible says is not in fact always the real story. In a series of books (10 so far) written for progressive Christians\, Donald Schmidt invites us to lay aside traditional understandings and read the Bible with fresh eyes and an open heart. Schmidt has served churches in Canada and the US and also served for a time in staff with the Hawai‘i Conference United Church of Christ. He currently lives in Penticton\, British Columbia\, Canada.
URL:https://centralunionchurch.org/event/bible-study-february-4-2024/
LOCATION:Women’s Building
CATEGORIES:CUC,Faith Formation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20240129T183000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20240129T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235459
CREATED:20240119T010453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240119T020212Z
UID:17907-1706553000-1706558400@centralunionchurch.org
SUMMARY:Young Adults Pau Hana
DESCRIPTION:Join Pastor Mary and your young(ish) church friends for fellowship this evening! \nChildcare available at the church upon request. \nContact Pastor Mary: mary-herbig@centralunionchurch.org
URL:https://centralunionchurch.org/event/young-adults-pau-hana/
LOCATION:Pint and Jigger\, 410 Atkinson Drive\, Honolulu\, HI\, 96814\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rev. Mary Herbig":MAILTO:mary-herbig@centralunionchurch.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20231224T223000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20231224T233000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235459
CREATED:20231130T030746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231130T213848Z
UID:17417-1703457000-1703460600@centralunionchurch.org
SUMMARY:Christmas Eve Candlelight & Carols Service
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Christmas with Central Union Church! We’ll have our traditional candlelight service with carols at both 8:00 p.m. and 10:30 p.m.
URL:https://centralunionchurch.org/event/christmas-candlelight-service-1030pm/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
CATEGORIES:CUC
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://centralunionchurch.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Christmas-Eve-candlelight-CUC-sanctuary-2022-Mary-Herbig-scaled.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20231224T200000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20231224T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235459
CREATED:20231130T030615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231130T213842Z
UID:17413-1703448000-1703451600@centralunionchurch.org
SUMMARY:Christmas Eve Candlelight & Carols Service
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Christmas with Central Union Church! We’ll have our traditional candlelight service with carols at both 8:00 p.m. and 10:30 p.m.
URL:https://centralunionchurch.org/event/christmas-candlelight-service-8pm/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
CATEGORIES:CUC
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://centralunionchurch.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Christmas-Eve-candlelight-CUC-sanctuary-2022-balcony-view-scaled.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20231224T190000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20231224T194500
DTSTAMP:20260403T235459
CREATED:20231224T194658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231226T211843Z
UID:17715-1703444400-1703447100@centralunionchurch.org
SUMMARY:Christmas Eve online worship
DESCRIPTION:Worship with us this Christmas (or whenever)!\n \nORDER OF WORSHIP: \nPrelude – Constance Uejio\, Harp \nWelcome – Rev. Rushan Sinnaduray \nOpening Prayer – Rev. Mary Herbig \nCarol: “O Come\, O Come Emmanuel” \nReading of Luke 2:1-5 – Elston Family\nIn those days a decree went out from Caesar Augustus that all the world should be registered. This was the first registration and was taken while Quirinius was governor of Syria. All went to their own towns to be registered. Joseph also went from the town of Nazareth in Galilee to Judea\, to the city of David called Bethlehem\, because he was descended from the house and family of David. Joseph went to be registered with Mary\, to whom he was engaged and who was expecting a child. \nCarol: “O Little Town of Bethlehem” \nReading of Luke 2:6-7 – Elston Family\nWhile Mary and Joseph were in Bethlehem\, the time came for her to deliver her child. And she gave birth to her firstborn son and wrapped him in bands of cloth\, and laid him in a manger\, because there was no place for them in the inn. \nCarol: “What Child Is This?” \nReading of Luke 2:8-15 – Elston Family\nIn that region there were shepherds living in the fields\, keeping watch over their flock by night. Then an angel of the Lord stood before them\, and the glory of the Lord shone around them\, and they were terrified. But the angel said to them\, ‘Do not be afraid; for behold! — I am bringing you good news of great joy for all the people: to you is born this day in the city of David a Savior\, who is the Messiah\, the Lord. This will be a sign for you: you will find a child wrapped in bands of cloth and lying in a manger.’\nSuddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host\, praising God and saying\, ‘Glory to God in the highest heaven\, and on earth peace among those whom he favors!’ When the angels had left them and gone into heaven\, the shepherds said to one another\, “Let’s go to Bethlehem and see this thing that has happened\, which the Lord has told us about.” \nCarol: “Hark The Herald Angels Sing / King Of Heaven” \nChristmas Meditation: “Let Christmas Surprise You” – Rev. Rushan Sinnaduray \nCarol: “O Come\, All Ye Faithful” \nReading of Luke 2:16-19 – Elston Family\nThe shepherds went with haste and found Mary and Joseph\, and the child lying in the manger. When they saw this\, they made known what had been told them about this child; and all who heard it were amazed at what the shepherds told them. But Mary treasured all these words and pondered them in her heart. \nCarol: “O Holy Night” \nLighting of Christ Candle (Reading of John 1:1-2\, 14a\, 4-5) \nCarol: “Light of the World” \nInvitation to Offering – Evelyn Hao of Community Ministry \nBenediction – Rev. Rushan Sinnaduray \nCarol: “Joy to the World” \n~ ~ ~ \nMerry Christmas!
URL:https://centralunionchurch.org/event/christmas-eve-online-worship/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Church Service,CUC
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20231224T180000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20231224T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235459
CREATED:20231209T040026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231209T040026Z
UID:17636-1703440800-1703444400@centralunionchurch.org
SUMMARY:(Windward) Candlelight Service & Carols
DESCRIPTION:Join our Windward ministry for a candlelight service and carols on Christmas Eve! \nLocation: 38 Kāne‘ohe Bay Drive\, across Aikahi Shopping Center
URL:https://centralunionchurch.org/event/windward-candlelight-service-carols-2023/
LOCATION:Windward Sanctuary
CATEGORIES:CUC
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ORGANIZER;CN="CUC Windward Ministry":MAILTO:cuwindward@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20231224T173000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20231224T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235459
CREATED:20231130T025244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231130T213833Z
UID:17408-1703439000-1703442600@centralunionchurch.org
SUMMARY:Family Christmas Service
DESCRIPTION:ALL are welcome to our Family Christmas Service that is created especially for families and children!
URL:https://centralunionchurch.org/event/family-christmas-service-2023/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
CATEGORIES:Children's Ministry,CUC
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ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Ministry":MAILTO:cayanna-herrera@centralunionchurch.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20231221T183000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20231221T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235459
CREATED:20231130T012217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231221T224513Z
UID:17396-1703183400-1703187000@centralunionchurch.org
SUMMARY:A Worship Service for the Weary
DESCRIPTION:A Worship Service for the Weary\nCentral Union Church will offer “A Worship Service for the Weary” on Thursday\, December 21st\, at 6:30 p.m. in the Atherton Memorial Chapel. This service is for all in the community who need the space to grieve\, to mourn\, or to just “be” – especially when the joy of the holiday season is elusive and out of reach. \nBlue Christmas 2022\, Central Union Church | All were invited to hang an ornament of the color representing either Grief\, Memories\, Courage\, Love. \nChurches around the world have adopted the practice of having a “Blue Christmas”’ or a “Longest Night” service during the Advent season. These services are designed to provide space for prayer\, reflection\, and remembrance amidst the twinkling lights and holiday hustle and bustle. This year\, instead of calling the service a “Blue Christmas” or “Longest Night Service\,” Central Union Church is calling it a “A Worship Service for the Weary\,” inspired by our Advent theme\, “How does a Weary World rejoice?” \nIn this season\, we are acknowledging the weariness that so many of us are feeling after many years of the COVID pandemic\, the conflict around the world\, the political situation in this country\, and the ongoing economic uncertainties that many of us face. This Advent we are exploring ways in which we find joy in the midst of that weariness. “A Worship Service for the Weary” will allow us to name that weariness and to hold it in prayer. Bring your grief. Bring your weariness. Bring your fatigue and allow yourself a quiet space to reflect and draw near to God. We hope that these words and this order of worship can be a gift to individuals and to our community alike\, providing a space of calm\, quiet\, and healing. We hope this service will allow many to find peace in their journey. \nCentral Union Church is a member of the United Church of Christ ‘Ohana. We are located at 1660 S. Beretania Street\, on the corner of Beretania and Punahou Streets\, next to the Kapiʻolani Medical Center for Women and Children. \n# # # \nYou may also worship ONLINE!\n \nView our schedule of events for Christmas 2023:
URL:https://centralunionchurch.org/event/a-worship-service-for-the-weary/
LOCATION:Atherton Chapel
CATEGORIES:CUC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20231219T180000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20231219T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235459
CREATED:20231123T032032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231123T032348Z
UID:17323-1703008800-1703014200@centralunionchurch.org
SUMMARY:Advent Study: A Christmas Carol
DESCRIPTION:The classic tale of Ebenezer Scrooge\, and the Ghosts of Christmas Past\, Present\, and Future\, is a cherished symbol of Christmas and a wonderful story of redemption and hope – perfect for a study in Advent! We’ll bring together this ageless story with a study of our scriptures. Whether you are feeling the Christmas Spirit this year or are full of “Bah humbugs!” we hope you will join us!\n\nRSVP to Pastor Mary\, mary-herbig@centralunionchurch.org!\n\nYou can watch a version of A Christmas Carol HERE.
URL:https://centralunionchurch.org/event/advent-study-2023-12-19/
LOCATION:Rewick Board Room
CATEGORIES:Faith Formation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rev. Mary Herbig":MAILTO:mary-herbig@centralunionchurch.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20231212T180000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20231212T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235459
CREATED:20231123T032032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231123T032325Z
UID:17322-1702404000-1702409400@centralunionchurch.org
SUMMARY:Advent Study: A Christmas Carol
DESCRIPTION:The classic tale of Ebenezer Scrooge\, and the Ghosts of Christmas Past\, Present\, and Future\, is a cherished symbol of Christmas and a wonderful story of redemption and hope – perfect for a study in Advent! We’ll bring together this ageless story with a study of our scriptures. Whether you are feeling the Christmas Spirit this year or are full of “Bah humbugs!” we hope you will join us!\n\nRSVP to Pastor Mary\, mary-herbig@centralunionchurch.org!\n\nYou can watch a version of A Christmas Carol HERE.
URL:https://centralunionchurch.org/event/advent-study-2023-12-12/
LOCATION:Rewick Board Room
CATEGORIES:Faith Formation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rev. Mary Herbig":MAILTO:mary-herbig@centralunionchurch.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20231210T190000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20231210T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235459
CREATED:20231108T184242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231209T035627Z
UID:17248-1702234800-1702242000@centralunionchurch.org
SUMMARY:2023 Messiah i ka ‘Ōlelo Hawai‘i
DESCRIPTION:Central Union’s ministry of music invites ALL to our annual presentation of Handel’s Messiah on Sunday\, December 10 at 7:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary \nFor the second year\, continuing with our choral ministry’s mission in championing and celebrating our island’s source culture and the preservation of the Hawaiian language\, the performance will be an edition of Handel’s Messiah i ka ‘Ōlelo Hawai‘i (in the Hawaiian language). \nAdmission is FREE! Donations are encouraged. \nFeaturing:\nNā Wai Chamber Choir\, an ensemble dedicated to the preservation\, propagation\, and innovation of Hawaiian choral music. \nThe Hawai‘i Nui Chorale\, a community ensemble dedicated to the performance of extended choral works.\nMembers of the Hawai‘i Symphony Orchestra\nSarah Young\, Director of Choirs \n“I have spent my life at the intersection of classical music and Hawaiian culture. While these two phenomena may seem quite different\, I see them as indirect mirrors of each other. These two integral components of humanity are testaments to the resilience of our ancestors\, weavers of melodic contour\, proclamations of awe for the natural environment\, rituals that bring us together\, and important acts of beloved community. Handel’s Messiah is a work that exists at the forefront of the Classical vernacular for many reasons. This year\, we zoom into the Messiah as a profound act of honoring the language of community. Noting its history as a piece to be explored within the vernacular of the era\, Handel’s work is an example of how classical music can be accessible and relevant to our neighborhoods. For when we engage with music that brings the familiar and unfamiliar together\, we open ourselves to the infinite. This year\, for the [second time]\, we premiere a critical edition of the entire Christmas portion of the work i ka ‘Ōlelo Hawai‘i with orchestra\, soloists\, and choir. Join us.” —Dr. Jace Kaholokula Saplan\, Artistic Director \nVIEW PROGRAM
URL:https://centralunionchurch.org/event/2023-messiah-i-ka-olelo-hawaii/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
CATEGORIES:CUC,Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20231205T180000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20231205T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235459
CREATED:20231123T032032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231123T032421Z
UID:17321-1701799200-1701804600@centralunionchurch.org
SUMMARY:Advent Study: A Christmas Carol
DESCRIPTION:The classic tale of Ebenezer Scrooge\, and the Ghosts of Christmas Past\, Present\, and Future\, is a cherished symbol of Christmas and a wonderful story of redemption and hope – perfect for a study in Advent! We’ll bring together this ageless story with a study of our scriptures. Whether you are feeling the Christmas Spirit this year or are full of “Bah humbugs!” we hope you will join us!\n\nRSVP to Pastor Mary\, mary-herbig@centralunionchurch.org!\n\nYou can watch a version of A Christmas Carol HERE.
URL:https://centralunionchurch.org/event/advent-study-2023-12-05/
LOCATION:Rewick Board Room
CATEGORIES:Faith Formation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rev. Mary Herbig":MAILTO:mary-herbig@centralunionchurch.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20231128T180000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20231128T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235459
CREATED:20231123T032032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231123T032509Z
UID:17314-1701194400-1701199800@centralunionchurch.org
SUMMARY:Advent Study: A Christmas Carol
DESCRIPTION:The classic tale of Ebenezer Scrooge\, and the Ghosts of Christmas Past\, Present\, and Future\, is a cherished symbol of Christmas and a wonderful story of redemption and hope – perfect for a study in Advent! We’ll bring together this ageless story with a study of our scriptures. Whether you are feeling the Christmas Spirit this year or are full of “Bah humbugs!” we hope you will join us!\n\nRSVP to Pastor Mary\, mary-herbig@centralunionchurch.org!\n\nYou can watch a version of A Christmas Carol HERE.
URL:https://centralunionchurch.org/event/advent-study-2023-11-28/
LOCATION:Rewick Board Room
CATEGORIES:Faith Formation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://centralunionchurch.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/A-Christmas-Carol-Advent-Study-2023-time-change.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Rev. Mary Herbig":MAILTO:mary-herbig@centralunionchurch.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20231126T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20231126T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235459
CREATED:20231020T044951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231020T234014Z
UID:17113-1700992800-1700996400@centralunionchurch.org
SUMMARY:Advent Workshop 2023
DESCRIPTION:Join CUC’s Children’s Ministry as we kick off Advent with our annual Advent Workshop. We will explore the meaning of Advent\, prepare for celebrating Advent at home\, and fellowship! RSVP with Cayanna Herrera at: cayanna-herrera@centralunionchurch.org to help us plan for materials! \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://centralunionchurch.org/event/advent-workshop-2023/
LOCATION:Women’s Building
CATEGORIES:Children's Ministry
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ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Ministry":MAILTO:cayanna-herrera@centralunionchurch.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20231125T140000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20231125T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235459
CREATED:20231123T033310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231123T043939Z
UID:17327-1700920800-1700928000@centralunionchurch.org
SUMMARY:Open Forum with UCC General Minister and President
DESCRIPTION:The Hawai‘i Conference United Church of Christ is hosting an open forum with the Rev. Dr. Karen Georgia Thompson – the newly installed General Minister and President (GMP) of the United Church of Christ. Come\, ask questions and hear her wisdom! \nWe are excited that Karen Georgia has offered this opportunity for us to visit with her during her stopover in Hawai‘i! She will be passing through Honolulu on her way back from a pilgrimage to the Marshall Islands to raise awareness about the effects of nuclear testing and climate change in the region. \nThis will be Karen Georgia’s first visit to Hawai‘i as General Minister and President. Come meet and greet her – all are welcome! \nRead more about the historic election of Karen Georgia Thompson – the first woman\, and the first Black woman\, to lead our denomination as General Minister and President.
URL:https://centralunionchurch.org/event/open-forum-with-ucc-gmp/
LOCATION:Parish Hall
CATEGORIES:CUC
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20231116T103000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20231116T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235459
CREATED:20231108T170507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T170507Z
UID:17244-1700130600-1700136000@centralunionchurch.org
SUMMARY:Meet and Greet: UCC General Minister and President
DESCRIPTION:Our denomination\, the United Church of Christ (UCC)\, made history this year doing “a new thing” by electing the Rev. Dr. Karen Georgia Thompson as its General Minister and President. She is the first woman to lead the UCC and also the first woman of African descent and the first immigrant to be elected to this position! Thompson was officially installed with a joyous celebration last month on October 20 at a church in Ohio\, not far from the UCC national offices. \nWe at Central Union have the exciting opportunity to meet Rev. Dr. Karen Georgia Thompson as she passes through Honolulu this month! Come and help us welcome her and hear about her vision for our wider church! \n(If you can’t make the November 16 event\, there will be another opportunity to hear from her on November 25 in the Parish Hall from 2-4 PM in an open forum hosted by our Hawai‘i Conference UCC. More info to come.)
URL:https://centralunionchurch.org/event/meet-and-greet-ucc-general-minister-and-president/
LOCATION:Women’s Building
CATEGORIES:CUC
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