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Memorial service to honor WWII deaths
The Jikoen Hongwaji Buddhist Temple will hold an Irei No Hi Memorial Service on Sunday to honor victims of all wars, particularly the American and Japanese soldiers, and Okinawan civilians, who lost their lives during a World War II battle 73 years ago. Read more
Kailua’s Windward United to merge with Central Union
The Windward United Church of Christ, which has ministered to the Kailua community since 1956, will become part of the historic Central Union Church in Honolulu as of July 1. Read more
Church leaders to speak on nuclear threat
Faith congregations were abuzz last weekend, following the Jan. 13 false missile alert and 38 minutes when many thought they might die. Read more
Central Union Church celebrates 130 years
Central Union Church sits amid an expanse of greenery and is easily recognized by its colonial-style steeple. Read more
Japanese and Muslims share pain of prejudice
Amy H. Mizuno rapped on the table she leaned on for support, replicating the pounding she heard before FBI agents barged through the back door of her home in the middle of the night on Dec. 7, 1941 — only hours after Japan bombed Pearl Harbor and ushered the U.S. into World War II. Read more
Shoji and 2 others to receive awards at ‘Wellness’ seminar
Retired University of Hawaii Rainbow Wahine volleyball coach Dave Shoji will be one of three people honored at the sixth annual “Journeys to Wellness” seminar Oct. 14 at the Community Church of Honolulu. Read more
Maryknoll sister a pioneer for immigrants
As an immigrant from the Philippines, Sister Rosalinda Barrozo was a perfect fit as a social worker in 1974 for retired Filipino plantation workers, many of whom were trying to bring their families in the Philippines to be with them in Hawaii. Read more
Program urges isle churches to welcome LGBT people
Church of the Crossroads is holding a three-part program in October to encourage churches of all denominations to openly welcome members of the LGBTQ community into their fold. Read more
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Harris United Methodist Church in Nuuanu becomes sanctuary site
Harris United Methodist Church is one of the first faith congregations in the state to declare itself a sanctuary to protect undocumented immigrants facing deportation. Read more
Faith, social advocate groups to hold forum on immigration
Hawaii J20+ and The Interfaith Alliance of Hawaii will hold a free public forum, “Faith, Immigration and Solidarity,” from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at Harris United Methodist Church, 20 S. Vineyard Blvd. Read more
Jewish congregations offer events for Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur
Jewish congregations start the High Holy Days next week with Rosh Hashana services and observances over a 10-day period, culminating on the holiest day of the year, Yom Kippur. Read more
Buddhist school to dedicate new campus
Pacific Buddhist Academy begins its 15th year with the dedication and grand opening of a new $9 million campus Friday. Read more
Separate services will honor Lili‘uokalani
The public may attend a commemoration service at the Schofield Barracks Soldiers Chapel at 10 a.m. today, and two services at the Cathedral of St. Andrews on Sunday, honoring Queen Lili‘uokalani. Read more
VegFest Oahu to feature faith groups
Representatives from four faith groups will be available to share how their sacred texts reinforce the advantages of a plant-based diet at the second VegFest Oahu on Sept. 2. Read more
Church to host luau fundraiser
Tickets are now on sale for United Church of Christ-Judd Street’s 61st annual “Luau-to-Go” from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 19. Read more
Volunteers fill basic needs for fishermen
Three nights a week, the Rev. Jerry Saludez takes a group of volunteers to either Pier 17 or Pier 36 to provide a home-cooked meal, Bible study and medical checkups to fishermen from foreign countries who are confined to the docks. Read more
Forgiveness festival Aug. 6 to showcase variety of arts
The Hawai‘i Forgiveness Project will celebrate its 15th annual International Forgiveness Day from 1:30 to 5:30 p.m. Aug. 6 on the lawn at Central Union Church, 1660 S. Beretania St. Read more
Nobel nominee Prejean will keynote Honolulu Catholic conference
Nobel Peace Prize nominee Sister Helen Prejean will speak on opening day of the Damien and Marianne Catholic Conference in October. Read more
Uncertain future clouds Moiliili chapel’s centennial
The fate of a historic chapel built by a Civil War Union officer and connected to Moiliili’s immigrant roots is up in the air as it celebrates its centennial. Read more
Tickets for annual church luau on sale
Kaumakapili Church is selling tickets for its 46th Annual Luau, “One in the Spirit,” on July 15 at 766 N. King St., to benefit its outreach programs in Kalihi-Palama. Read more
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