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SUMMARY:Young(ish) Adults BRUNCH BUNCH
DESCRIPTION:Our Young(ish) Adults Ministry (for Generations X\, Y\, Z) has their Brunch Bunch gathering one Sunday a month\, generally on the fourth Sunday. Bring something yummy to share if you can. Parents are welcome to bring their kids! We’ll gather in the Women’s Building next to the main Sanctuary – after the 9 AM service and before the 11 AM service – for some refreshments and fellowship. \nContact: youngish@centralunionchurch.org
URL:https://centralunionchurch.org/event/brunch-bunch/2025-06-22/
LOCATION:Women’s Building
CATEGORIES:CUC,Youngish
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ORGANIZER;CN="Young(ish) Adult Leadership Team":MAILTO:youngish@centralunionchurch.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20250427T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20250427T110000
DTSTAMP:20260502T093925
CREATED:20250417T023454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T030208Z
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SUMMARY:Young(ish) Adults BRUNCH BUNCH
DESCRIPTION:Our Young(ish) Adults Ministry (for Generations X\, Y\, Z) has their Brunch Bunch gathering one Sunday a month\, generally on the fourth Sunday. Bring something yummy to share if you can. Parents are welcome to bring their kids! We’ll gather in the Women’s Building next to the main Sanctuary – after the 9 AM service and before the 11 AM service – for some refreshments and fellowship. \nContact: youngish@centralunionchurch.org
URL:https://centralunionchurch.org/event/brunch-bunch/2025-04-27/
LOCATION:Women’s Building
CATEGORIES:CUC,Youngish
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://centralunionchurch.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Brunch-Bunch.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Young(ish) Adult Leadership Team":MAILTO:youngish@centralunionchurch.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20250413T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20250413T110000
DTSTAMP:20260502T093925
CREATED:20250404T011505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T011611Z
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SUMMARY:Palm Sunday Potluck & Petting Zoo
DESCRIPTION:Let’s enter into Holy Week by spending time together as a community. Join us for a potluck at 10 AM on Palm Sunday\, April 13! Bring a simple dish to share (along with serving utensils) and gather in the Women’s Building. The church will provide paper goods and water. All are welcome (even if you are unable to provide a dish to share)! \nThere will also be a petting zoo!
URL:https://centralunionchurch.org/event/palm-sunday-potluck-petting-zoo/
LOCATION:Women’s Building
CATEGORIES:CUC,Lent
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20250412T090000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20250412T130000
DTSTAMP:20260502T093925
CREATED:20250328T000636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T031633Z
UID:22066-1744448400-1744462800@centralunionchurch.org
SUMMARY:Rummage Sale
DESCRIPTION:Plan to shop and support our Thrift Shop at their Rummage Sale on Saturday\, April 12\, from 9 AM to 1 PM in the Women’s Building. Seventy-five percent of all Thrift Shop funds go to our Women’s League programs which provide scholarships and support other community organizations. \nVolunteers are needed for setup the Thursday and Friday prior (before 6 PM) and for the Sale on Saturday morning. \nPlease let us know if you can help out or contact: thriftshop@centralunionchurch.org. \nIf you have newspaper or packing paper\, bubble wrap\, hangers\, grocery/shopping bags that you’re willing to part with\, we will gladly take them! Please drop them off at the Thrift Shop or Church Office by April 9.
URL:https://centralunionchurch.org/event/rummage-sale-2025-04-12/
LOCATION:Women’s Building
CATEGORIES:CUC
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ORGANIZER;CN="Thrift Shop":MAILTO:thriftshop@centralunionchurch.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20250308T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20250308T140000
DTSTAMP:20260502T093925
CREATED:20250219T155903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T002127Z
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SUMMARY:Godly Play Informational Session (for adults)
DESCRIPTION:Godly Play is a method of faith formation for all ages that makes meaning through story\, wonder\, and play\, nurturing spiritual lives by honoring the centrality\, competency\, and capacity of children. Its special curriculum helps all explore the mystery of God’s presence\, learn the language of faith\, and make authentic and creative responses to God’s call in our lives. Godly Play can be used in Sunday School programs and is also powerful in clinical settings such as hospice\, hospitals\, veterans groups\, addiction recovery settings\, and more! \n\n\n\n\nCome see for yourself! Attend a Godly Play Informational Session at Central Union Church. This is for adults who want to explore their faith in a new way\, and just anyone interested! \nThis info session will be held on Saturday\, March 8\, 2025 from 10 AM to 2 PM\, in the Women’s Building of Central Union Church. Experience a full Godly Play Session\, ask questions\, and learn about the many different ways in which Godly Play is being utilized. Lunch will be provided. \nPlease RSVP online: bit.ly/GPinfo3825 \n\n\n\n\n~ ~ ~ ~ ~ \nThis info session precedes a Godly Play storyteller training which will take place in person on three Saturdays (March 29\, May 3\, and May 31) from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
URL:https://centralunionchurch.org/event/godly-play-info-session/
LOCATION:Women’s Building
CATEGORIES:Children's Ministry,CUC,Faith Formation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Ministry":MAILTO:cayanna-herrera@centralunionchurch.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20250223T130000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20250223T143000
DTSTAMP:20260502T093925
CREATED:20250213T031230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250214T222009Z
UID:21667-1740315600-1740321000@centralunionchurch.org
SUMMARY:Women's Retreat Visioning Pūpū Potluck
DESCRIPTION:We have enjoyed 35 wonderful years of the Women’s Retreat! Now\, let’s get together to reflect on and brainstorm about the future of the retreat. \nWe hope you’ll join us either in person or on Zoom to share your thoughts. \nRSVP to Pastor Mary mary-herbig@centralunionchurch.org by February 21. \nYou will receive the Zoom link once your RSVP.
URL:https://centralunionchurch.org/event/womens-retreat-visioning/
LOCATION:Women’s Building
CATEGORIES:CUC,Faith Formation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://centralunionchurch.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Womens-Retreat-meeting-postcard-low-quality-scaled.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20250202T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20250202T110000
DTSTAMP:20260502T093925
CREATED:20250123T061032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T223004Z
UID:21526-1738490400-1738494000@centralunionchurch.org
SUMMARY:Retirement Celebration for Jane Nagel
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a potluck celebration in honor of Jane Nagel on Sunday\, February 2\, at 10 AM\, in the Women’s Building as we wish her a restful and enjoyable retirement! Jane has been on staff at the church for about 32 years\, serving as our Funeral Coordinator for the past 14 years. Bring a dish to share\, and serving utensils\, too (labeled\, if you want them back). \nLet’s celebrate and give thanks for Jane’s ministry!
URL:https://centralunionchurch.org/event/jane-nagel-retirement-celebration/
LOCATION:Women’s Building
CATEGORIES:CUC
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://centralunionchurch.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Jane-Nagel-retirement-celebration-2-2-25.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20241222T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20241222T110000
DTSTAMP:20260502T093925
CREATED:20241128T145153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T010936Z
UID:21073-1734861600-1734865200@centralunionchurch.org
SUMMARY:Christmas Open House
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to have our CUC Christmas Open House\, finally back after a 5-year hiatus! \nLet’s join in the Women’s Building on Sunday\, December 22\, 10-11 AM. Feel free to bring some Christmas cookies to share (finger-food only\, no cakes or pies)\, and the Welcome & Engagement Ministry will provide coffee\, juice\, and hot cocoa\, along with some delicious Christmas treats. We hope to see everyone there to catch up with friends and enjoy this whole-church holiday event! It’ll be a merry time!
URL:https://centralunionchurch.org/event/christmas-open-house-2024/
LOCATION:Women’s Building
CATEGORIES:CUC
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://centralunionchurch.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Christmas-Open-House-12.22.24.png
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20241027T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20241027T110000
DTSTAMP:20260502T093925
CREATED:20241025T213326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241025T223131Z
UID:20792-1730023200-1730026800@centralunionchurch.org
SUMMARY:Learning Tree "Vision 2035 - Discerning Our Calling"
DESCRIPTION:Our stewardship theme this year has been “Imagine Together” and we have begun the exciting work of dreaming and thinking about the future of this vibrant faith community. \nAll are invited to gather in the Women’s Building for a special Learning Tree session facilitated by Pastor Rushan as we continue to “Imagine Together” the ways in which we can strengthen and grow our faith and our mission and ministry as we journey into the future. \nWe are sure that you have many dreams\, hopes and ideas for our church. Come to the Learning Tree and share them. Spend some time praying and discerning what you are willing to share of your time\, your talent and your treasure to make our collective dreams a reality. \nIn preparation for this Learning Tree\, you are invited to reflect on these questions: \n\nWhat is one dream you have for our church for the next five years?\nWhat do you imagine our worship services would look like? What could we do to make them more inclusive\, engaging and meaningful?\nWhat are your dreams for our church’s physical space and facilities?\nWhat do you imagine we could do to help deepen our spiritual growth as a congregation?\nWhat imaginative and creative ideas do you have to help us strengthen and build the community of Central Union Church?
URL:https://centralunionchurch.org/event/learning-tree-2024-10-27/
LOCATION:Women’s Building
CATEGORIES:CUC,Faith Formation,Learning Tree
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://centralunionchurch.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Learning-Tree-presentation-10-27-24-Imagine-Together.png
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20241006T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20241006T110000
DTSTAMP:20260502T093925
CREATED:20241004T032343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241004T032528Z
UID:20304-1728208800-1728212400@centralunionchurch.org
SUMMARY:Potluck
DESCRIPTION:This World Communion Sunday\, we’ll not only get to partake in communion\, we’ll get to share in a meal! We invite you to bring something simple and yummy to share (if you can; if not\, please do still join us) for this all-church potluck. \nIf your pet is coming (for the pet blessing)\, you can bring some treats for them (and maybe some other furiends\, too). It’ll be a PAWesome time! \nCome for worship (7 AM and 9 AM) and stay for the food! Or come for the food and stay for worship (11 AM)!
URL:https://centralunionchurch.org/event/potluck-2024-10-06/
LOCATION:Women’s Building
CATEGORIES:CUC
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20240825T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20240825T110000
DTSTAMP:20260502T093925
CREATED:20240802T213845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240802T214150Z
UID:19312-1724580000-1724583600@centralunionchurch.org
SUMMARY:Learning Tree: Godly Play - Story of The Good Shepherd
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special time of Godly Play as part of a series of Learning Tree opportunities! \nCome hear this story!\nSunday\, August 25 – The Good Shepherd\nGodly Play is a Montessori-based program designed to teach children sacred stories from scripture\, help them become familiar with the rhythms of liturgy and the liturgical calendar\, and to nurture the inherent spirituality of children. Godly Play is the faith formation program we use with our keiki here at Central Union Church\, but it can be used in a variety of settings with a range of ages! \nGodly Play begins with the core stories of the Bible\, such as creation and the exodus. It then builds on these central narratives by telling more stories from the Hebrew Bible and New Testament throughout the year. Since Godly Play follows its own storyline\, children may hear different parts of the Bible than what their parents hear during the service. However\, Godly Play does mirror the lessons heard by the whole congregation during feast days and special liturgical seasons such as Advent and Easter. \nDuring this Learning Tree session\, our Director of Children’s Ministries\, Cayanna Herrera\, will lead us in a time of Godly Play\, geared toward adults\, that will help you reflect and engage with your faith at a deeper and more personal level. Our worship service on this Sunday will be closely linked to the Godly Play story that will be shared in the Learning Tree. (Cayanna will also share the Godly Play story in our online worship this Sunday.) Please join us and enjoy the opportunity to grow through this story!
URL:https://centralunionchurch.org/event/learning-tree-godly-play-2024-08-25/
LOCATION:Women’s Building
CATEGORIES:Faith Formation,Learning Tree
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://centralunionchurch.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Learning-Tree-Godly-Play-series-August-2024.png
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20240818T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20240818T110000
DTSTAMP:20260502T093925
CREATED:20240802T213845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240802T214754Z
UID:19311-1723975200-1723978800@centralunionchurch.org
SUMMARY:Learning Tree: Godly Play - Story of The Great Family
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special time of Godly Play as part of a series of Learning Tree opportunities! \nCome hear these stories!\nSunday\, August 18 – The Great Family\nSunday\, August 25 – The Good Shepherd\nGodly Play is a Montessori-based program designed to teach children sacred stories from scripture\, help them become familiar with the rhythms of liturgy and the liturgical calendar\, and to nurture the inherent spirituality of children. Godly Play is the faith formation program we use with our keiki here at Central Union Church\, but it can be used in a variety of settings with a range of ages! \nGodly Play begins with the core stories of the Bible\, such as creation and the exodus. It then builds on these central narratives by telling more stories from the Hebrew Bible and New Testament throughout the year. Since Godly Play follows its own storyline\, children may hear different parts of the Bible than what their parents hear during the service. However\, Godly Play does mirror the lessons heard by the whole congregation during feast days and special liturgical seasons such as Advent and Easter. \nDuring this Learning Tree session\, our Director of Children’s Ministries\, Cayanna Herrera\, will lead us in a time of Godly Play\, geared toward adults\, that will help you reflect and engage with your faith at a deeper and more personal level. Our worship service on this Sunday will be closely linked to the Godly Play story that will be shared in the Learning Tree. (Cayanna will also share the Godly Play story in our online worship this Sunday.) Please join us and enjoy the opportunity to grow through these story!
URL:https://centralunionchurch.org/event/learning-tree-godly-play-2024-08-18/
LOCATION:Women’s Building
CATEGORIES:Faith Formation,Learning Tree
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://centralunionchurch.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Learning-Tree-Godly-Play-series-August-2024.png
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20240811T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20240811T110000
DTSTAMP:20260502T093925
CREATED:20240802T213845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240802T213845Z
UID:19309-1723370400-1723374000@centralunionchurch.org
SUMMARY:Learning Tree: Godly Play - Story of Baptism
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special time of Godly Play as part of a series of Learning Tree opportunities! \nCome hear these stories!\nSunday\, August 11 – Baptism\nSunday\, August 18 – The Great Family\nSunday\, August 25 – The Good Shepherd\nGodly Play is a Montessori-based program designed to teach children sacred stories from scripture\, help them become familiar with the rhythms of liturgy and the liturgical calendar\, and to nurture the inherent spirituality of children. Godly Play is the faith formation program we use with our keiki here at Central Union Church\, but it can be used in a variety of settings with a range of ages! \nGodly Play begins with the core stories of the Bible\, such as creation and the exodus. It then builds on these central narratives by telling more stories from the Hebrew Bible and New Testament throughout the year. Since Godly Play follows its own storyline\, children may hear different parts of the Bible than what their parents hear during the service. However\, Godly Play does mirror the lessons heard by the whole congregation during feast days and special liturgical seasons such as Advent and Easter. \nDuring these Learning Tree sessions\, our Director of Children’s Ministries\, Cayanna Herrera\, will lead us in a time of Godly Play\, geared toward adults\, that will help you reflect and engage with your faith at a deeper and more personal level. Our worship services on these three Sundays will be closely linked to the Godly Play stories that will be shared in the Learning Tree. (Cayanna will also share the Godly Play story in our online worship each Sunday.) Please join us and enjoy the opportunity to grow through these stories!
URL:https://centralunionchurch.org/event/learning-tree-godly-play/2024-08-11/
LOCATION:Women’s Building
CATEGORIES:Faith Formation,Learning Tree
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://centralunionchurch.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Learning-Tree-Godly-Play-series-August-2024.png
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20240725T180000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20240725T193000
DTSTAMP:20260502T093925
CREATED:20240717T162141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240718T004959Z
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SUMMARY:Talk Story: Empty Homes Tax
DESCRIPTION:Hawai‘i has a housing crisis. While housing is increasingly purchased as investments rather than housing\, ownership and rental costs rise. Money generated from the Empty Homes Tax can help alleviate the cost burdens associated with housing.\n\nCome learn about the tax in this presentation by HiHAC (Hawai‘i Housing Affordability Coalition) and see how we can support this effort to get more of our neighbors sheltered.\n\n\nWhat is the Empty-Homes Tax?\nA tax applied to vacant properties that are not used as a principal residence\nWhy should we care?\nHousing has been increasingly purchased as an investment instead of for housing. This in turn has resulted in rising ownership and rental costs. Money generated from the empty homes tax can help alleviate the cost burdens associated with housing.\nWho should know about this? Who’s most affected?\nEveryone! All those who are struggling from high housing costs may benefit. Additionally\, those (and only those) who own any vacant or seasonal (airbnb) properties will be affected by this tax.\nWhat will we learn/do in this presentation?\nYou will learn about the tax\, how it’s been implemented\, how it can help provide affordable housing\, and ways to get involved with the movement.\n\n\n\nRSVPs are not required but appreciated! RSVP HERE\n\nHosted by Central Union Community Ministry and Faith Action Hawai‘i in partnership with HiHAC.
URL:https://centralunionchurch.org/event/empty-homes-tax-presentation/
LOCATION:Women’s Building
CATEGORIES:CUC
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://centralunionchurch.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Empty-Homes-Tax-presentation-7.25.24.png
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20240721T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20240721T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T093925
CREATED:20240706T013730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T114212Z
UID:19039-1721556000-1721563200@centralunionchurch.org
SUMMARY:Women's League Scholarship Reception
DESCRIPTION:The CUC Women’s League invites ALL to a reception honoring this year’s scholarship recipients. \nIt will be a time for awardees to meet members of the church and for us\, as a congregation\, to greet and congratulate these outstanding individuals! \nThe Women’s League encourages everyone to stop by to say hello\, shake some hands\, and have some refreshments! \nView the list of awardees for 2024!
URL:https://centralunionchurch.org/event/2024-scholarship-reception/
LOCATION:Women’s Building
CATEGORIES:CUC
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://centralunionchurch.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/womens-league-scholarship-reception-2024.png
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20240218T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20240218T110000
DTSTAMP:20260502T093925
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://centralunionchurch.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Donald-Schmidt-Learning-Tree-bible-study-Feb-4-and-18-2024.png
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20240204T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20240204T110000
DTSTAMP:20260502T093925
CREATED:20240125T215452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T215452Z
UID:17987-1707040800-1707044400@centralunionchurch.org
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://centralunionchurch.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Donald-Schmidt-Learning-Tree-bible-study-Feb-4-and-18-2024.png
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20231126T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20231126T110000
DTSTAMP:20260502T093925
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://centralunionchurch.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Advent-Workshop.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Ministry":MAILTO:cayanna-herrera@centralunionchurch.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20231116T103000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20231116T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T093925
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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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20231112T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20231112T110000
DTSTAMP:20260502T093925
CREATED:20231020T003151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231026T234632Z
UID:17103-1699783200-1699786800@centralunionchurch.org
SUMMARY:Learning Tree: “The Work of Unity and Justice" - Rev. Mark Pettis\, UCC Wider Church Ministries
DESCRIPTION:In this presentation\, “The Work of Unity and Justice\,” Rev. Mark Pettis will share how the ecumenical and interfaith ministries of the UCC balance the efforts we undertake in the pursuit Christian Unity\, while also staying true to our prophetic call as a denomination to witness for and work for “A Just World for All.” \nThe Reverend Mark Pettis serves as the Ecumenical and Interfaith Relations Minister for the United Church of Christ. In this role he is responsible for guiding and coordinating the ecumenical and interfaith relations of the national setting of the denomination. Among other ecumenical and interfaith commitments\, he serves on the Executive Council for Religions for Peace USA\, on the Coordinating Committee for Churches United in Christ (CUIC)\, as a co-convener for the National Council of Churches-National Council of Synagogues Jewish-Christian Dialogue\, as a member of the National Council of Churches Interreligious Convening Table\, and on the Advisory Board for the Shoulder-to-Shoulder Campaign. He also serves a s member of the Joint Working Group between the World Council of Churches and the Roman Catholic Church. Prior to serving in the National Setting of the United Church of Christ\, Rev. Pettis served as the Senior Minister of the Manhattan Beach Community Church (United Church of Christ). \nLearning Tree is a program of our church to keep members informed and engaged in the community and the world so we may better support initiatives that improve things for our neighbors and future generations. The goal of Learning Tree is to plant a seed\, trusting that it will bear fruit somehow\, sometime\, somewhere.
URL:https://centralunionchurch.org/event/learning-tree-the-work-of-unity-and-justice/
LOCATION:Women’s Building
CATEGORIES:Faith Formation
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20231001T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20231001T110000
DTSTAMP:20260502T093925
CREATED:20230914T202136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230915T043907Z
UID:16713-1696154400-1696158000@centralunionchurch.org
SUMMARY:Pet Blessing & Potluck for People and Pets
DESCRIPTION:Bring your pets to church on October 1 as we celebrate the feast of St. Francis of Assisi* with a blessings of pets! \nWe’ll have a potluck for people AND pets as we also celebrate World Communion Sunday! \n*St. Francis of Assisi lived a life of simplicity\, charity\, and humility in the 13th century\, and is remembered as a champion of justice and lover of animals!
URL:https://centralunionchurch.org/event/pet-blessing-potluck-for-people-and-pets/
LOCATION:Women’s Building
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20230820T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20230820T110000
DTSTAMP:20260502T093925
CREATED:20230817T194436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230818T044722Z
UID:16609-1692525600-1692529200@centralunionchurch.org
SUMMARY:Budget Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Come to ask your questions about the Budget (FYE 7/31/24) and the proposed Amendment to the Bylaws which will be voted on by members at the August 27th Annual Budget Meeting. \nWe encourage you to review the following information and documents prior to the info session and budget meeting. \nABOUT THE BUDGET\nIn its July 29th meeting\, the Council approved the proposed budget (for the fiscal year from August 1\, 2023\, through July 31\, 2024) prepared by CUC Treasurer\, David Yee\, assisted by Comptroller\, Angie Barboza\, for presentation to the Congregation for consideration and approval at this upcoming Annual Budget Meeting. \nAs a reminder\, the prior budget approved by the Congregation earlier this year (on January 29\, 2023)\, was for the 7-month “stub” fiscal year that began on January 1\, 2023 and ended on July 31\, 2023. This was due to the recent alignment of our Church fiscal year with the Preschool fiscal year. As David Yee explained previously\, with the start of the new fiscal year on August 1\, 2023\, we will be back to a full 12-month fiscal year. \nCLICK TO VIEW:\nBUDGET OVERVIEW\nBUDGET DETAIL\n~ ~ ~ ~ ~ \nABOUT THE BYLAWS AMENDMENT\nCurrently\, our Bylaws require (1) before the end of August\, an Annual Budget Meeting for CUC Members to review and approve the budget for the fiscal year\, and (2) before the end of May\, an Annual Membership Meeting for CUC Members to elect Council members who are to be elected by CUC Membership and transacting such other business as may properly come before the meeting. Given the recent alignment of the Annual Budget Meeting with CUC’s fiscal year\, the Council concluded it would be beneficial to combine the Annual Membership Meeting and the Annual Budget Meeting into a single meeting to be held on or before the last day of September of each year for the purposes of considering and approving the budget for the fiscal year\, electing Council members who are to be elected by CUC Membership\, and transacting such other business as may properly come before the meeting. \nThe Council believes this change\, which will allow for all routine\, annual business of CUC to be addressed in a single meeting\, is a more comprehensive and efficient way for CUC Members to exercise their reserved rights under our Bylaws. Consequently\, the Council will be presenting a proposed Bylaws Amendment to CUC Members for consideration and approval at the Annual Budget Meeting that combines the Annual Membership Meeting and the Annual Budget Meeting into a single meeting as aforesaid. \nCLICK TO VIEW:\nPROPOSED AMENDMENT TO BYLAWS
URL:https://centralunionchurch.org/event/budget-info-session/
LOCATION:Women’s Building
CATEGORIES:CUC
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20230813T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20230813T110000
DTSTAMP:20260502T093925
CREATED:20230803T221859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230803T232458Z
UID:16526-1691920800-1691924400@centralunionchurch.org
SUMMARY:Pūpū Potluck
DESCRIPTION:Join us between the 9 and 11 AM worship services around the Women’s Building to share in food and fellowship! \nAs part of our Keiki Sunday celebration\, we’ll also have a Pūpū Potluck (for all ages)! \nWe invite you to bring something simple and yummy to share! \nIn the spirit of simplicity and being eco-friendly\, we encourage you to also bring your own refillable water bottle\, (reusable) dish and utensils for eating\, and even a blanket or lawn chair to hang out and enjoy the day! The church will provide water to drink and have extra paper goods available. \nDID YOU KNOW?\npūpū = appetizer\, hors dʻoeuvre; to draw or gather together
URL:https://centralunionchurch.org/event/pupu-potluck/
LOCATION:Women’s Building
CATEGORIES:CUC
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20230730T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20230730T110000
DTSTAMP:20260502T093925
CREATED:20230712T035509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230713T191854Z
UID:16371-1690711200-1690714800@centralunionchurch.org
SUMMARY:Women’s League Scholarship Awardee Reception
DESCRIPTION:Please come – One and ALL\, to meet and greet the newest recipients of the Kenneth and Doris Rewick Educational Fund and the Ruth C. Scudder Scholarship Fund. \nThe Women’s League would be THRILLED if ALL members of the congregation would come to meet these awardees.  It would be a blessing to have these students come to know the fellowship and ‘ohana of Central Union Church that has made their grants and scholarships possible.  Please save the date\, drop in after/before worship to say hello\, shake some hands\, and have some refreshments.  We only ask that you bring your WELCOMING SMILE! \nABOUT\nThe Women’s League of Central Union Church established an educational aid grant in 1968 and later renamed the fund to honor Senior Minister Dr. Kenneth Rewick and former Central Union Church Preschool Director Mrs. Doris Rewick. \nThe Rewick Educational Fund is awarded to students from Hawai‘i who are enrolled or accepted for enrollment in any accredited school for undergraduate or graduate college training or for other specialized training beyond high school.  The students may be full time\, part time\, or on-line students. \nThe Ruth C. Scudder Scholarship Fund was established by the Women’s Society of Central Union Church in 1915 in memory of Mrs. Ruth C. Scudder\, who was the wife of former CUC Pastor Dr. Doremus Scudder.  This scholarship is awarded to a woman of Christian affiliation from Hawai‘i\, with preference to the United Church of Christ\, and who is a student in the University of Hawai‘i system\, with preference being given to upperclassmen. \nBoth of these grants are awarded to students based on character\, scholarship\, evidence of financial need\, and community service. \nVIEW A LIST OF THE 2023-2024 SCHOLARSHIP AWARDEES
URL:https://centralunionchurch.org/event/womens-league-scholarship-awardee-reception/
LOCATION:Women’s Building
CATEGORIES:CUC
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20230618T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20230618T110000
DTSTAMP:20260502T093925
CREATED:20230610T022420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230610T022827Z
UID:16233-1687082400-1687086000@centralunionchurch.org
SUMMARY:Senior Minister Candidate Info Session 2
DESCRIPTION:The second of three informational sessions\, hosted by the Senior Minister Search Committee and Personnel & Pastoral Relations Committee\, to learn more about the Senior Minister candidate. \nThe candidate has been recommended to the Church Council and unanimously approved for consideration by the congregation\, which will vote on the candidate in a Special Congregational Meeting on June 25. \nMembers are encouraged to attend at least one informational session to help in their discernment of the candidate as the next Settled Senior Minister Called to Central Union Church. \nPlease be in prayer for our congregation and the Senior Minister candidate as we discern together about this call!
URL:https://centralunionchurch.org/event/senior-minister-candidate-info-session-2/
LOCATION:Women’s Building
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20230611T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20230611T110000
DTSTAMP:20260502T093925
CREATED:20230610T022420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230610T033411Z
UID:16231-1686477600-1686481200@centralunionchurch.org
SUMMARY:Senior Minister Candidate Info Session 1
DESCRIPTION:The first of three informational sessions\, hosted by the Senior Minister Search Committee and Personnel & Pastoral Relations Committee\, to learn more about the Senior Minister candidate. \nThe candidate has been recommended to the Church Council and unanimously approved for consideration by the congregation\, which will vote on the candidate in a Special Congregational Meeting on June 25. \nMembers are encouraged to attend at least one informational session to help in their discernment of the candidate as the next Settled Senior Minister Called to Central Union Church. \nPlease be in prayer for our congregation and the Senior Minister candidate as we discern together about this call!
URL:https://centralunionchurch.org/event/senior-minister-candidate-info-session-1/
LOCATION:Women’s Building
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20230329T183000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20230329T200000
DTSTAMP:20260502T093925
CREATED:20230209T003234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230310T020558Z
UID:15122-1680114600-1680120000@centralunionchurch.org
SUMMARY:Lenten Series: Taste and See
DESCRIPTION:Taste and See: Cultivating Attentiveness with Our Senses\nLent is a season of reflection\, repentance\, and preparation as we prepare for the new life celebrated on Easter Sunday. In 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. After three years of pandemic in our world and much transition in our church\, we can all benefit from intentional time to “practice the presence of God\,” to borrow a phrase from Brother Lawrence. \nJoin us during the midweek from 6:30-8:00 PM in the Women’s Building! We will share a simple meal with discussion led by Pastor Mary and Pastor Dave\, and we’ll learn tangible exercises to help us cultivate attentiveness to God. All are welcome! Each week’s gathering stands alone\, so come whenever you are able. \nFifth Wednesday\nTHEME: Present to God through Sight\, Vision\nTEXT: Psalm 130\, Psalm 119:18 “Open my eyes\, so that I may behold wondrous things out of your law.”
URL:https://centralunionchurch.org/event/lenten-series-taste-and-see-2023-03-29/
LOCATION:Women’s Building
CATEGORIES:Lent
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20230322T183000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20230322T200000
DTSTAMP:20260502T093925
CREATED:20230209T003234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230310T010429Z
UID:15121-1679509800-1679515200@centralunionchurch.org
SUMMARY:Lenten Series: Taste and See
DESCRIPTION:Taste and See: Cultivating Attentiveness with Our Senses\nLent is a season of reflection\, repentance\, and preparation as we prepare for the new life celebrated on Easter Sunday. In 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. After three years of pandemic in our world and much transition in our church\, we can all benefit from intentional time to “practice the presence of God\,” to borrow a phrase from Brother Lawrence. \nJoin us during the midweek from 6:30-8:00 PM in the Women’s Building! We will share a simple meal with discussion led by Pastor Mary and Pastor Dave\, and we’ll learn tangible exercises to help us cultivate attentiveness to God. All are welcome! Each week’s gathering stands alone\, so come whenever you are able. \nFourth Wednesday\nTHEME: Present to God through Smell\nTEXT: Psalm 23\, Psalm 115:1-8 “…noses\, but do not smell.”
URL:https://centralunionchurch.org/event/lenten-series-taste-and-see-2023-03-22/
LOCATION:Women’s Building
CATEGORIES:Lent
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20230315T183000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20230315T200000
DTSTAMP:20260502T093925
CREATED:20230209T003234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230310T010355Z
UID:15120-1678905000-1678910400@centralunionchurch.org
SUMMARY:Lenten Series: Taste and See
DESCRIPTION:Taste and See: Cultivating Attentiveness with Our Senses\nLent is a season of reflection\, repentance\, and preparation as we prepare for the new life celebrated on Easter Sunday. In 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. After three years of pandemic in our world and much transition in our church\, we can all benefit from intentional time to “practice the presence of God\,” to borrow a phrase from Brother Lawrence. \nJoin us during the midweek from 6:30-8:00 PM in the Women’s Building! We will share a simple meal with discussion led by Pastor Mary and Pastor Dave\, and we’ll learn tangible exercises to help us cultivate attentiveness to God. All are welcome! Each week’s gathering stands alone\, so come whenever you are able. \nThird Wednesday\nTHEME: Present to God through Hearing\nTEXT: Psalm 95\, Psalm 29:4 “The voice of the Lord is powerful; the voice of the Lord is full of majesty.”
URL:https://centralunionchurch.org/event/lenten-series-taste-and-see-2023-03-15/
LOCATION:Women’s Building
CATEGORIES:Lent
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20230308T183000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20230308T200000
DTSTAMP:20260502T093925
CREATED:20230209T003234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230209T214640Z
UID:15119-1678300200-1678305600@centralunionchurch.org
SUMMARY:Lenten Series: Taste and See
DESCRIPTION:Taste and See: Cultivating Attentiveness with Our Senses\nLent is a season of reflection\, repentance\, and preparation as we prepare for the new life celebrated on Easter Sunday. In 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. After three years of pandemic in our world and much transition in our church\, we can all benefit from intentional time to “practice the presence of God\,” to borrow a phrase from Brother Lawrence. \nJoin us during the midweek from 6:30-8:00 PM in the Women’s Building! We will share a simple meal with discussion led by Pastor Mary and Pastor Dave\, and we’ll learn tangible exercises to help us cultivate attentiveness to God. All are welcome! Each week’s gathering stands alone\, so come whenever you are able. \nSecond Wednesday\nTHEME: Present to God through Taste\nTEXT: Psalm 121\, Psalm 34:8 “O taste and see that the Lord is good…”
URL:https://centralunionchurch.org/event/lenten-series-taste-and-see-2023-03-08/
LOCATION:Women’s Building
CATEGORIES:Lent
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