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UNITED CHURCH OF
CHRIST
467 N JUDD STREET
HONOLULU, HI 96817
808-536-8418
WWW.UCCJUDD.ORG
Celebra ng Our 100th Anniversary (September 15, 1915)
9:00 AM
SUNDAY SCHOOL
“Whoever you are, and wherever you are on your journey of faith,
you are welcome in this place.”
10:30 AM
WORSHIP
V O L U M E
L I I I ,
N U M B E R
I I I
M A R C H
2 0 1 5
All are invited to attend
Wednesday Lenten Soup
Suppers at 6 p.m.
The dates and speakers are as follows:
Mar. 4, Rev. Dean Fujii
Mar. 11, Rev. Phil Mark
Mar. 18, Rev. Ron Ching
In MacKenzie Hall
Palm Sunday
March 29, 2015
10:30 a.m. Worship
Service
Save These Dates:
Maundy
Easter Sunday
Thursday
April 2, 2015
April 5, 2015
6:00 p.m. Soup
10:30 a.m. Worship
Supper
Service
6:30 p.m. service
A LOOK INSIDE…..
Pastor’s Perspec ve,
Book Review
2
Adult Educa on, March Worship 3
Youth News
4
Randy's Farwell
5
Stewardship Corner
6
Precious Legacies
7
Moderator's Report
8
Nomina ons
9
Birthdays, Prayer List
Announcements, Staff
11
March Calendar
12
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Pastor’s Book Review: An Altar in the World by Barbara Brown Taylor
Barbara Taylor leads you on a journey to where human beings in this world can recognize altars (places where we meet the Divine) in ordinary places. She talks about such
things as the practice of getting lost and the practice of encountering others. She talks of
the vocation of becoming human: the job of loving God and loving our neighbors. And in
that sense we are Christians in progress. She mentions that prayer is not about “winning
God’s attention” and that "Reverence requires a certain pace. It requires a willingness to
take detours, even side trips, which are not part of the original plan."
Senior Pastor’s Perspective:
Five Mistakes People Make When Reading the Bible
"But be doers of the
word, and not merely
hearers who deceive
themselves. For if any
are hearers of the word
and not doers, they are
like those who look at
themselves in a mirror;
for they look at themselves and, on going
away, immediately forget what they were like."
James 1:22-24
Since we have entered the Lenten Season, in which one of our practices should
be reading the bible more, it seems appropriate to share this article that I have edited from Mike Querry, who is a Youth Minister at Bay Area Christian Church and
writes for Relevant Magazine.
1. Looking for Insight Rather Than Personal Application. Simply reading the
Bible for information is not enough if we want it to have an impact on our lives.
(James 1:22-24) Just about every verse you read contains some kind of direction
from God on how we can change our lives for the better and open up to God’s
transformation in our lives. We read it with the intent to let it guide us and bring
about change where there needs to be change.
2. Failing to Research Context. While many verses work fine when read in a
vacuum (most notably Proverbs and Psalms), most Scripture is meant to be understood in context. You can learn a lot more about the verse you’re reading by
examining the details surrounding it:
Author - who wrote the book, and why were they writing it?
Date - when the book was written can tell you a lot about the verses in the book
you’re reading.
Recipient - who the book was intended for can also give you more insight.
3. Sticking to the Same Translation. If the only version of the Bible you’ve
ever read is the one sitting on your shelf that you’ve had since you were a kid,
there’s a chance you’re reading a translation that may not be right for you. Reading a different version can give you more insight into the Scriptures, and can make
an otherwise confusing Scripture more accessible.
4. Reading in a Distracting Environment. This one seems like a no-brainer,
but you’d be surprised how many people read their Bibles with the TV on, or while
others are nearby asking for help.
Rev. Darren T. Galindo
Senior Pastor
5. Thinking the Only Way to Read the Bible is By Looking at Words on a
Page. Many people feel intimidated by the sheer volume of Scriptures. If
you’re feeling bored of reading, or perhaps have a learning challenge, try listening
(audio Bible) or watching the Bible on DVD.
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March 2015
“Jesus is the Question”
Sunday Worship Schedule 10:30 a.m.
1st “Can Any of You, By Worrying, Add a Single Hour to Your Span of Life?”
Matthew 6:25-34
Pastor Mary Herbig
8th The Reach of Love: “What Must I Do to Gain Eternal Life?”
Luke 6:32-34, 10:25-37
Rev. Darren T. Galindo
15th Healing: “Do You Want to Get Well?”
John 5:6, Matthew 20:32
Randy Reynoso
nd
22 Abundance: “How Much Bread Do You Have?”
Mark 6:31-44, 8:14-21, Exodus 16:1-18
29th Palm Sunday “Questions About Who Jesus Is”
Mark 8:27-30, 10:18, John 14:9, 21:15-17
Rev. Darren T. Galindo
Rev. Darren T. Galindo
Adult Spiritual Life Opportuni es
Adult Forma on – Beginning this month and throughout the Lenten season, we will be looking at
the ques ons that Jesus asked during his ministry. Our study will draw from the book Jesus is the
Ques on: The 307 Ques ons Jesus Asked and the Three He Answered by Mar n B. Copenhaver.
Sunday mornings, 9 a.m. in the Board Room
Sundays, 12 p.m. in the Mul purpose Room
Wednesday mornings, 9:30 a.m. in the Board Room
Women's Book Study, Sunday mornings at 9 am, Cry Room – The women's group is studying A
Wondrous Love during the season of Lent. This devo onal booklet is comprised of meditaions and
prayers from Henri J.M. Novwen and C.S. Lewis. Feel free to join us any me!
Book of Acts Study, Sunday mornings at 9 am with Ginny Lum – This group is doing a close reading
of the book of Acts. All are welcome!
LGBT Spiritual Life Group – Our group for members and friends in the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and
Transgender community, as well as supporters, meets once each month for fellowship, discussion,
and support. Contact Pastor Mary if you are interested in a ending.
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Youth and Young Adult News
On February 1 some of the youth and our families showed our support for the Hawaiian Humane Society. We stood at the intersection of Judd and Liliha Streets to help promote responsible pet ownership.
Among the signs we held was the one which called for honks if people loved animals. We got a lot of
honks!
We also held our annual Burning of the Ashes gathering on February 7. This year we went to Uncle Westley’s house for a night of great food, greater fellowship, and way too much fun. The burning of last year’s palms from Palm Sunday has become one of our favorite get-togethers and
brings a certain sense of understanding to how the cycle of the Church calendar connects us to
other Christians around the world.
We had a double-dip day on February 21. In the morning we once again assisted with the cleanup
efforts of Lanakila Elementary School, last year’s Penny Carnival beneficiary. We helped them with
tasks such as painting and gardening. The evening brought a return of the YOU (Youth Ohana UCC)
events. We joined other church’s youth at Community Church of Honolulu for a night of fellowship.
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From the Director of Youth and Young
Adults
When Ann and I first came to this church in 2010
we immediately felt a part of the family. The acceptance and warm welcome we both received
went beyond words. Your actions that first Sunday,
and every day since, has only made us feel closer to this very special
church. When God placed Ann and me to walk along all of you, God
must have known your unencumbered love for us would get me through the final years of getting
my Masters in Divinity. I would have never guessed that UCC-Judd would still be sharing my journey as I graduated from seminary and passed the Ecclesiastical Council.
Yes, God knew what God was doing. Trusting that fact, and knowing that God continues to be the
guide on my journey, the time has now come for Ann and me to move on to another path in our
lives. On February 15, 2015 I was called to be the Pastor at Ewa Community Church. My last day
as your Director of Youth and Young Adults will be on March 15.
When we give our lives fully to God we never really know to whom or where or when we might be
called. I have learned to keep my heart and mind open so that I might hear the call of God and understand what that call might entail. It has been a long journey, close to 12 years as Ann reminds
me, since the beginning of the journey I currently travel, a journey I’m positive, God has put me on.
I know I will take all of the lessons learned by all the people I have met and walked with along the
way.
Ann and I thank you all for the wonderful conversations, outings, potlucks, overnighters, camps,
BBQ’s, movie nights, community service work and so much more. Besides all that, though, what
we will treasure most are the moments we shared our lives, in small ways or large, and grew together as Christians in God’s love. It’s in that spirit we say fare well, but never goodbye.
Randy Reynoso
Randy's Aloha Luncheon
On Sunday, March 15, following our 10:30 a.m. worship service, all are invited to a end a potluck for Randy & Ann Reynoso. As Randy prepares to
be the pastor of Ewa Community Church, we want to send him forward
with much love and Aloha, and thank him for five years of service as our
Director of Youth & Young Adults. You're welcome to bring a dish to share.
Sign ups are being taken on Sunday mornings.
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$178,955 or
73% of our
goal
$244,789
(proposed)
$190,000 or
77.6% of our
goal
Pledges continue to come in,
thank you everyone! If you have
not done so already, you can
still submit a pledge card to
help us get to our goal (about
$40,000 more).
50% of
members
Thank you also to those who have donated towards our 100th anniversary fund – be sure to check the calendar
& bulletin for all the events planned.
In addition to everyday expenses, funds are needed for the:
**Organ Fund – our organ may need to be replaced as they no longer make its parts.
**Church School - tables and chairs for young children.
**Pali Preschool Renovations
**Upkeep of our buildings and grounds (repairs &/or replacement parts)
NOMINATIONS FOR 2016 ELECTED POSITIONS
The Nominating Committee will be preparing the slate of candidates for the Congregational election on October 25, 2015. This
is a call to Congregational members who may be interested
themselves, or who may want to suggest other members for the
Nominating Committee to consider adding to the election for any
of the positions listed. It should be noted that only active members can hold elected office; and officers and committee chairs
shall have been active members for at least two years, and shall
have previously served a minimum of one year on a church
committee. In addition, officers shall be at least twenty-five years
of age at the time of swearing in. Please refer your suggestions
to any of the Nominating Committee members, including Alison
Leong, Donna Lum, Nellie Lum, John Matapua, Donda Spiker,
Dawn Young and Kenji Sumida. All suggestions will be reviewed.
Positions To Be Elected:
Vice Moderator
Aha Pae’aina Delegate
Treasurer
Stewardship
Committee Chair
Nominating
Committee Member
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From the Director of Youth and Young Adults
1940’s CHINESE SAILORS AT BERETANIA CHURCH
RECOGNIZE ANY OF OUR MEMBERS SEATING FURTHER BACK???
GROUND –BREAKING CEREMONY FOR NEW
CHAPEL - 1955
Top Row: Helen Lau Ho, Genevieve Pang Leong, Stella Lau In, Annie Kwock, Nathan Chock, Charles Kwock,
George Chew. Pedro Choy. Middle Row: May Chun Chee, Rosamond Mau Chun, Alice Chang, Bettie In Jayne, May
Blossom Chang, Elizabeth Chai, Adeline Fong Zane. Bottom Row: Lily Tom, William Chee, Johnny Goo, Kenneth
Chong, Wallace Liu
Sr. CHRISTIAN ENDEAVOR SOCIETY - 1937-1938
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Moderator's Report
By Ed Fong
Hello All
Many things have occurred with our UCC-Judd St. family this past month.
Congratulations to Pastor Darren for the 3 year extension of his ministry with us. On Sunday February
22nd, 86.5% of our active members in attendance at our congregational meeting and by absentee ballot voted to extend Pastor Darren’s contract to July 31, 2018.
The congregation also approved the 2014 annual report and the 2015 operating budget.
Thirty of our members kicked off the “Year of the Sheep” participating in the Chinatown New Year Parade
held on Saturday, February 14th. This event was a part of our 100th anniversary celebration taking us back to
our Chinatown roots. Edison reported that the participants thoroughly enjoyed themselves. They had such a
good time that they are eager to do it again next year. Edison shall we?
Also need to inform you Pastor Randy accepted a call from Ewa Community Church. His last day with us
is Sunday, March 15, 2015. Our Special Activities Committee is looking to have a potluck luncheon for
Randy on March 15th after service. Suggestion made was that each person prepare the favorite dish he or
she submitted for our 100th anniversary cookbook. If you did not make a recipe submission, please prepare
a dish from the cookbook as your gift to Randy. I’m certain Randy will appreciate your gesture of Aloha.
We wish Randy well in his new ministry.
Please hold each other in your prayers.
Ed
Looking for informa on pertaining to the banners that were made when Rev. Jow was here.
They are wanted to be hung in the sanctuary
during the 100th Anniversary Celebra ons.
Please se photo for an example of the banners.
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2015 Chinatown Chinese New Year Parade - Proudly marching down Hotel Street with a 16foot 100th Anniversary Celebration Banner or riding in a mini-bus, 35 members and friends represented UCC-Judd in the 2015 Night in Chinatown Festival Parade on Saturday, February 14. After
a morning of pouring rain and strong winds, the afternoon cleared up and the sunshine came out
for the parade. You can view additional photos of the parade on the church’s website: uccjudd.org.
Some members mentioned that they had so much fun marching in the parade that they want to do
it again next year.
Family Promise comes back to UCC
Judd March 22-28
One Great Hour of
Sharing will be
received on Sunday,
March 15, 2015.
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March Birthdays!!
Your birthday is a blessed event for you are God’s gift. Your fellow brothers and sisters
in Christ wish that your special day is filled with joy and happiness. If we missed
someone’s birthday, please call the Church Office and let us know. Happy birthday from
the Membership Committee!
Richard Nickell
Sandra Chu
Jean Ark
Richard Young
Edwin Fong
Lydia Kamiya
Thelma Lum
Martha Alip
Melodee Mitsui
David Char
Gwendolyn Nishimura
Monroe Jong
Richard W.C. Lau
Jane Yoshimura
Ruth Ching
Avery Asato
Charisse Yuen
Allen Yee
Michael Ark
Phyllis Valentine
Brenda Asato
Wellington Wong
UCC-Judd Street Prayer
List
DECLUTTERING DAY at UCC-JUDD
Date: Saturday, March 7, 2015 @ 9 am to 12
noon in the Parish Hall
Here is your opportunity to declu er your clu er
in your homes, garages, and closets. We will accept new or gently used items. Please, NO JUNK
and no computers.
Acceptable items: clothing, shoes, linen, towels,
books, toys, kitchen items, small appliances
For furniture or large appliances or if you have
any ques ons, please contact MH Sato, 988-5195.
If you, or you know someone who needs anything, you are welcomed to take it with you. This
is an opportunity to turn our “junk into someone
else’s treasure.”
Hospitalized & Long-term Care:
Jeannine Ark
Jane Oshiro
Stephen Bischoff
William Chee
Amy Pang
Beatrice Ing
Yoshiko Smallman
Rev. Harold Jow
Lee & Lydia Kamiya
Shirley Tuthill
John and Rose Park
Nancy Lau
Cheryl Tom
Clayton Lau
Natasha V.
Evelyn Lau
Margaret Yee
Richard K. H. Lau
Wai Chee Yee
Dennis Yuen
Pearl Ma
Gary Ann Cordeiro
Phyllis Valentine
Ruth Ching
Please notify the office at 536-8418 when
you no longer require intercessory prayers,
and to add or remove a name from the
list. If you would like more information
about those listed, please contact
Membership Chair, Donna Chang.
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ATTENTION!!! It’s going to be Transforming…
For over a year the UCC-Judd St. Board and Pali Preschool have been
planning for major renovations to our facilities and preschool. Please join
us for a special presentation at the Congregation Informational Meeting on
March 29, 2015 at 11:45am, when special guest Charles Kaneshiro of
Group 70 will present impressive architectural drawings and design of what
is to become of Pali Preschool and our church facilities. Join us on this journey as we transform
one of the best preschools in Honolulu to a place where they will not only receive an outstanding
education, but where the facilities will be exceptional as well.
Pali Preschool Committee
April 2015
ar cles due
March 15
Church Office Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 – 4:00
Rev. Darren T. Galindo, Senior Pastor
[email protected]
536-8438
[email protected]
397-1977 (emergencies)
Mary Herbig, Pastor,
Senior & Spiritual Life
[email protected]
522-1730
815-979-5124 (emergencies)
Randy Reynoso, Director of Youth & Young Adults
[email protected]
286-2103
Cayanna Herrera, Director of Music Ministries
[email protected]
348-1203
Eli Buckland, Church Secretary
[email protected]
536-8418
Anelle Graham, Custodial Worker
[email protected]
392-4826
Mon
2
9- 5:30 Exec (BR)
16 - 5:30 100th
Aniv. Mtg. (BR)
23- Family
Promise
5:30 BOD (BR)
30
Sun
1 - DOF (RM 6)
8- 12:00 Missions
(Rm 6)
DOF (RM 6)
15- DOF (RM 6)
Aloha Lunch for
Randy
One Great Hour
Offering
22- Family
Promise
11:45 Worship
(RM 6)
29 Informa onal
Congrega on
Mee ng
31 - 9:00 HT (CR)
9:00 Chapel
24- Family
Promise
9:00 HT (CR)
9:00 Chapel
17- 9:00 HT (CR)
9:00 Chapel
10- 9:00 HT (CR)
9:00 Chapel
3- 9:00 HT (CR)
9:00 Chapel
Tue
March 2015
25 - Family
Promise
9:30 Faith Walk
(BR)
18- 9:30 Faith
Walk (Br)
5:30 Project GOV
(MPR)
6:00 Lent Soup
Supper
11- 4:30 PPS (BR)
6:00 Lent Soup
Supper
4 - 9:30 Faith
Walk (BR)
6:00 Lent Soup
Supper
7:00 SL (BR)
Wed
26- Family
Promise
5:45 Bells (S)
7:15 Choir (S)
19- 5:45 Bells (S)
7:15 Choir (S)
12- 5:45 Bells (S)
7:15 Choir (S)
5 - 5:45 Bells (S)
7:15 Choir (S)
Thu
27 - Family
Promise
5:45 Girl Scouts
(Rm 6)
20
13
6 - 5:45 Girl
Scouts (Rm 6)
Fri
PPS Spring
Recess
23rd - 27th
28- 8:30 LTK
Church
Sanctuary Spring
Cleaning
21- 8:30 LTK
11:00 Issei
Wedding
14- 8:30 LTK
9:00 Membership (BR)
7- 8:30 LTK
9:30 ACS (RM 6)
Declu ering Day
Sat
All articles limited to 250 words.
Mercury articles due: 3/15
Notes:
DOF - Door of Faith Church
Society
ACS - American Cancer
FW - Faith Walk
PPS - Pali Preschool
LTK - Luk Tung Kuen
ROL - River of Life
MPR – Multi Purpose Room
CR – Cry Room
Rm 6 – Classroom 6
PO – Pastor’s Office
PH – Parrish Hall
S – Sanctuary
BR – Board Room
12:00 Study with Randy
Reynoso (MPR)
10:30 Worship Service (S)
9:00 Study with Ginny (Rm 6)
9:00 Women’s Study (BR)
9:00 Adult Educa on with
Pastor Mary Herbig (BR)
9:00 Children/Youth Sunday
School
UCC-Judd St Weekly Sunday
Schedule:
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100th Anniversary Celebration Notes for March
In Christ, grateful for the past. Eager for the New!
CHINESE NEW YEAR CHINATOWN PARADE: Proudly marching down Hotel Street with a 16-foot 100th Anniversary
Celebration Banner or riding in a mini-bus, 35 members and friends represented UCC-Judd in the 2015 Night in
Chinatown Festival Parade on Saturday, February 14. After a morning of pouring rain and strong winds, the
afternoon cleared up and the sunshine came out for the parade. You can view additional photos of the parade on
the church’s website: uccjudd.org. Some members mentioned that they had so much fun marching in the parade
that they want to do it again next year. Would you like to join them?
Pastor Darren, Ken, and Terrilyn with our UCC-Judd 100th
Anniversary Celebration Banner
Alison, Eduardo, and MH with our Worship Welcome Banner
100th ANNIVERSARY HISTORICAL TROLLEY TOUR ON SATURDAY, MARCH 21: This one-hour narrated trolley tour
will take members and friends to historical and current sites that have been important to the beginning and
development of UCC-Judd. See the exact site where the Beretania Church was built at the corner of Maunakea
and Beretania Streets. The fee for this tour is $5 per person. Included in this fee are refreshments before and
after the tour. There will be two identical tours from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. and from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon.
Members and friends are encouraged to come and spend some fellowship time with members in the morning.
Space on the trolley is limited. The deadline for signing up for the tours is Sunday, March 15 at the information
table after service in the courtyard. Members can also call in their reservations for the tour to the church office.
100TH ANNIVERSARY COOKBOOK: Our 100th Anniversary Cookbooks are now on sale for $10. You can purchase
the cookbook from the church office throughout the year. We have sold over 500 cookbooks.
100th ANNIVERSARY POLO AND T-SHIRTS: We have started distributing the shirts that were previously ordered.
If you need to pick up your shirt, please stop by the office. We will be doing one more re-order of the polo shirts.
The deadline for ordering a shirt is Sunday, March 8. You can also call the office if you would like to order a shirt.
These are the choices available: men style or women style, red or royal blue, one of two designs, and size.
PICTORIAL DIRECTORY: The Pictorial Directory will be distributed in June. Thank you to all who have reviewed
their photos. If you have any questions about photos for the directory, please contact the church office.
100th ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION SPECIAL FUND DONATIONS:
We would like to thank the following for their contributions to our 100th Anniversary Special Fund in February:
Jennie In
Gracie Ann KP Lee
James and Thelma Lum
Robert and Eleanor Okimoto
Cynthia Suzuki
Kenji and Kathleen Sumida
Sadie Wong
The purpose of this fund is to: 1) help defray the costs of the 100 th Anniversary Year-Long Celebration and 2) give
members and friends an opportunity to make special gifts to the church during this historical occasion. If you
would like to make a donation to this fund anytime throughout the year, you can either pick up a donation form
from the office or leave a donation in the offering plate. Please designate that your donation is to the 100 th
Anniversary Celebration Fund. Please use the “Pew Offering Envelopes” and be sure to designate that your
Special Offering is to the “100th Anniversary Celebration Fund.”
PRECIOUS LEGACIES SUBMISSION DEADLINE IS THE END OF JULY: The Precious Legacies Project encourages
members and friends of the church to contribute photos, drawings, essays, stories, news clippings, and other print
material of special thoughts or memories of an event significant in the life of our contributor as it relates to the
church’s history. Written contributions could be a few sentences or a complete essay. A final compilation of
contributions will be produced and distributed at the end of the celebration year. The deadline for submitting a
contribution for this project will be at the end of July.
100th ANNIVERSARY BANQUET TABLE SIGN UPS: Members and friends may begin signing up in May for tables for
our 100th Anniversary Banquet that will be held on Saturday, September 12, 2015, at the Manoa Ballroom at the
Japanese Cultural Center. Early reservations will be for full tables only.
APRIL SURPRISE: The 100th Anniversary Celebration Committee has a surprise for you during the month of April.
This activity is not on your calendar. We will let you know about this special event on April 1.