HeartBeat—August 2018

From Pastor Jeff

FAQ—VICAR

On July 15, we were delighted to welcome our new vicar, Andrew Flatt-Kuntze, along with his husband Justin. They are already making solid connections in the congregation and have even attended a couple of social events. Andy survived his first Hukilau colleague meeting and was a great contributor to the Thursday Bible Study. Welcome, Vicar Andy and Justin!

While LCH has hosted many interns over the years, it has been over a decade since we had our last intern. It might be helpful to review what an intern does and how we can help him make his internship experience bear the most fruit. So, here are a few things I thought might be helpful.

Q: What is an intern (or vicar)? ELCA candidates for ordained ministry must complete three years (equivalent) of master’s-level study and 9 to 12 months (2,000 hours) of full-time internship prior to approval for ordination. During that period, the vicar usually serves full time in a congregation or agency, under the supervision of an experienced pastor. While on internship he will focus on vocational skill development and pastoral formation through experiential learning, study, and personal/professional interaction.

Q: What will his role be at LCH? Vicar Andy is, first and foremost, a student. His primary role is to learn all he can. He will function in many of the same ways as Pastor Jeff, although he is not able to preside at Holy Communion, baptize, or perform marriages. He will share the roles of worship leader, preacher, teacher, listener, youth leader, and even janitor. He is bound by the same principles of confidentiality and Holy Presence expected of any pastor.

Q: How long is the internship? Vicar Andy will be with us for one year. During that year he may be absent for periods of time, as we are trying to arrange for him to spend time at some other agencies and congregations so that he can have the broadest possible internship experience.

Q: How can we contact the vicar? Vicar Andy can be reached at vicar.andy@lchwelcome.org or by calling the church office at 808-941-2566. He is off on Mondays and Saturdays.

Q: Who is the vicar’s supervisor? Pastor Jeff is Andy’s immediate supervisor, with full responsibility for his internship experience. Vicar Andy also has a lay committee providing additional guidance and help. They will also work with the Andy to develop a congregational project to be completed before the close of internship.

Q: What is expected of us as a congregation? Vicar Andy’s internship experience rests on you! Be willing to let him into your life. Invite Andy and Justin out for lunch after worship or to your homes during the week. Encourage him in his work and in his formation as a pastor. When he does well, don’t hesitate to tell him. Be kind in your constructive criticism, but don’t be shy about sharing your ideas for improvement. Listen to him. He is a bright and enthusiastic individual who has great gifts to bring to ministry here at LCH. Treat him with respect, kindness, and care.

We are delighted to have Vicar Andy here during his internship year and hope his presence will signal the beginning of LCH’s return to regular hosting of interns. Blessings on Andy and Justin in their new life in Honolulu!

Blessings,
Pastor Jeff

Aloha LCH!

Justin, Harper, and I landed on July 12 and were greeted with warm aloha, throughout the weekend, by countless parishioners! You made us instantly feel at home. (The beautiful furnished apartment has also been a blessing.) Mahalo! It’s hard to believe I’ve been in the office a little over two weeks already. Already I am looking forward to getting to know one another and doing ministry together for the next year.

Over the next year, you can expect that I will be writing articles for our newsletter, HeartBeat, on a regular basis. But, I will keep this one brief. If you would like contact me, for any reason, my LCH email is vicar.andy@lchwelcome.org, and I am usually in my office Tuesday–Friday from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. I also will be in worship on Sundays. I hope you will be too.

Blessings,
Vicar Andy

Summer Schedules

As June approaches, please keep in mind that we change our Sunday service time to the summer schedule for June, July, and August. There will be one worship service on Sundays, at 9:15 am. This is a communion service. There will be no Compline during the summer months. Compline resumes on the first Sunday of September.

Other LCH programs may break for the summer as well. Check the LCH calendar on-line, or the HeartBeat newsletter and the weekly LCHNews calendars for scheduling information.

Summer LCH Office Hours

• Monday—9:00 am to 4:00 pm
• Tuesday—9:00 am to 4:00 pm
• Wednesday—12:00 noon to 4:00 pm
• Thursday—9:00 am to 4:00 pm
• Friday—9:00 am to 3:00 pm

We recommend calling the office (808-941-2566) before making a visit to see Pastor Jeff or the administrator, as schedules may vary with appointments, other work commitments, and lunch breaks.

News of Family Promise and Shallow Subsidy

Samantha Church, the executive director of Family Promise, came to the LCH council meeting on June 26 to share news of their agency. A new network of participating churches, serving Wahiawā and the North Shore, is being formed by churches in that area eager to help address the housing crisis in their part of the island. It will take them about a year to make all the arrangements necessary, and they are anxious to be up and operational.

Family Promise has a comprehensive approach to helping families successfully navigate the challenges of our scarce, expensive housing inventory. Their goal is stable housing for families. In the first half of 2018, they helped 33 families transition into appropriate housing.

Family Promise of Hawai‘i’s services include:

• Diversion—Supportive services for families with children who are experiencing crisis and are at risk of becoming homeless. This includes families staying with relatives, couch surfing, or facing eviction. Families enrolled in the diversion program may access the Family Day Centers, where they can meet with a case manager, search for housing, and utilize the facility. The goal of the diversion program is to work with families experiencing a crisis before they become homeless.
• Emergency Shelter—Emergency shelter for families experiencing homelessness. Approximately 86% of enrolled families transition into housing within 3-4 months. Family Promise partners with local interfaith congregations and community groups to provide overnight accommodations and meals within their facilities. During the day, enrolled families can come to Family Day Centers to access comprehensive support services such as case management, job training, education, life skills, and housing support.
• After Care Supportive Services—Follow-up support services to families who have graduated the program for 6-months. This approach empowers families to achieve self-sufficiency. Skilled staff and volunteers provide a variety of workshops, on-going training, and mentorship to help families achieve sustainable housing. Areas covered include job training, case management, financial literacy, nutrition, hygiene, and tenant training.
• New Staff—A new program director, Josh Gaoteote.

Through the Shallow Subsidy program, LCH has enabled two families (10 people!) secure stable housing. Our donations make a Shallow Subsidy of $3,600 available for a family transitioning into permanent housing, to help with monthly rent and other costs until the family’s finances are stable. We look forward to working with Josh, their new program director, as we await our third family. We are also helping our first family relocate to a more reasonable apartment by assisting with upfront costs, such as down payment and first month’s rent.

We all know that LCH is a generous and loving congregation. Our concern for our neighbors in Honolulu has motivated us to support this ministry. We could not do this without Family Promise, as we do not have the resources or the expertise to manage this on our own. If you would like to make a monthly gift to this ministry via electronic funds transfer (EFT), Bill Potter can help you set that up, or you can make a donation anytime; just identify your gift as support for Family Promise ministry. Thank you!

Book of Faith Bible Study

Thursdays, 10:00–11:30 am • LCH Boardroom

The Book of Faith Bible Study meets on Thursday mornings in the Boardroom. All are welcome to join this lively discussion of the Biblical texts, relevant current events, and historical foundations. Please come for lively engaging fellowship and discussion!

SUMMER SERVICE SCHEDULE continues through Sunday, August 26

One Communion worship service at 9:15 am

Angel Network In-Gathering

Sunday, August 5

Angel Network is back in operation! On the first Sunday of each month, an in-gathering of food and personal items is collected at LCH for Angel Network, a ministry based out of Calvary-by-the-Sea Lutheran Church. The items are taken to Angel Network during the following week. Over 2,500 individuals are served monthly through this program. We are grateful for your generosity and support.

Godly Play—Sunday School News

During the summer, there is no Sunday school as LCH follows a one-worship service schedule. Sign up for 2018/19 Sunday school on Rally Sunday, August 26. Godly Play Sunday school will begin again on Sunday, September 2. Have a great summer!

Adult Forum

Sundays through August 26, 8:15 am • LCH Boardroom

Adult Forum will discuss the decline of Christianity in modern culture. We consider the current malaise of western Christianity and how it impacts the local church. Please wake a little earlier to join us in the LCH Boardroom, beginning at 8:15 am.

Leadership Roundtable

Sunday, August 5, 10:30 am • LCH Boardroom

Committee chairs and team leaders, please plan to gather for a short (45 minute) meeting. This is an opportunity for us to sit down together and share information on what is happening with all the ministries at LCH. If you are a committee or team leader, please be prepared to share a little information on your activities with the group. Mahalo and see you there!

Holoholo Pick-Up

Tuesdays, August 14 and 28, 2:30–4:00 pm • LCH Boardroom

Holoholo General Store is a Community Supported Agriculture organization, or csa, that works with LCH to bring you fresh produce from multiple, local farms. For more information visit their website at www.holoholostore.com for bag options and prices and to sign up.

Punahou Academy Fall Semester Parking

Both Parking Lots • Beginning Wednesday, August 15

The Punahou Academy fall semester begins Wednesday, August 15. Student parking begins in the LCH Poki Street and church parking lots on that date. All Poki Street lot spaces are reserved for Punahou student parking, Monday through Friday, from 6:00 am to 6:00 pm on school days only, through May 30, 2019. There are nine spaces reserved for Punahou students in the church lot for the fall and spring semesters. All are along the Poki Street side of the church lot, and one space is reserved in the gravel area nearest to the dumpster. They are reserved, Monday through Friday, from 6:00 am to 6:00 pm on school days only, through May 30, 2019.

Please do not park in the Poki Street lot during regular business hours, Monday through Friday. Even if spaces are empty, they are paid for by and reserved for Punahou students. It is recommended that you observe posted “Reserved Parking” signs and park in the church lot, against the LCH office building, during office hours when visiting LCH on regular business days. The church lot parking diagram is included here (left column) for guidance.

Please be aware that cars parked in the church lot after 10:00 pm will be towed at the owner’s expense.

LCH Office Closed

Friday, August 17, in observance of Hawai‘i Admissions Day

Mary Magdalene Society

Saturday, August 18, 6:00 pm • Isenberg Hall

LGBTQI and friends, please join our potluck supper and game night in Isenberg Hall. Supper begins at 6:00 pm with games to follow. Set up begins at 5:30, and help is greatly appreciated. Please bring a food item to share.

After dinner we will have some table talk and then enjoy games. The theme for after dinner conversation is “What’s in a name?” so come prepared to share stories about your name. New games are also welcome for after-dinner entertainment.

For more information, contact Jim Cartwright. Please share information of this gathering and an invitation to other LGBTQI and friends you know who may be interested in socializing with us.

IHS Meals Prepared and Served

Friday, August 17, 1:00 pm prep/5:30 pm serve

LCH will shop, cook, and serve our monthly hot meal to Honolulu’s homeless. This is part of our 25-plus-year tradition of providing dinner on the third Friday of each month. Volunteers are needed to serve as shoppers, cooks, and servers. Check the bulletin board by the kitchen for more information about IHS and our long involvement with this human service agency. You may also visit the Institute for Human Services website: www.ihshawaii.org.

Please direct any questions to Jimmy Castro or Carol Langner at church, or call the church office, 808-941-2566, for details. Mahalo to all who help with this ministry to Honolulu’s homeless.

LCH Women’s Book Club

Monday, August 20, 10:00 am

We meet at the the Murashige’s to review Deviate by Beau Lotto, and Kathryn will lead the discussion. Adjustments to the reading list for the rest of the year will be discussed. Newcomers are welcome. Please contact the church office if you have questions, 808-941-2566.

Writers’ Workshop

Monday, August 20, 4:30 pm

The summer hiatus for Writers’ Workshop comes to an end in August. The group will have the first meeting of the new program year on August 20, in the LCH Boardroom. For more information contact the LCH office at 808-941-2566.

One Pot, One Hope

Saturday, August 25, 9:30 am

A consistent group of LCH volunteers helps feed 100 to 125 people each month in Wai‘anae. Help support this mission outreach project by participating or by bringing donations of designated items—Costco gallon-sized cans of chili, fresh fruit, granola bars, bottled water, recycled grocery bags, and large cardboard boxes—or checks, payable to “One Pot, One Hope.” Bring donated items to church on the third Sunday of the month. See Peggy Anderson for more information, including volunteering and carpool. We are in need of chili donations, #10 sized cans (from Costco or Sam’s Club).

Food for Thought

Saturday, August 25, 5:30–8:00 pm

The next meeting of Food for Thought has been scheduled to take place at the home of David Hörmann. All are welcome for potluck supper, video, and discussion. For information, please call the LCH office at 941-2566.

Come Play with Us!

Sunday School Rally Day is August 26. We will have some of the materials from the Godly Play Room out in the courtyard for all the congregation to enjoy. See how the children learn and even let them teach you. There will also be a table to sign up the children for Sunday School which will start on the first Sunday in September. On that table will be the curriculum books we use in the Godly Play program for you to explore.

Process Forum

Process Forum takes a break until further notice. Enjoy the summer!

Music Ministry Auditions

Do you play an instrument? Do you like to sing? Have you enjoyed the experience of being in a choir or other musical ensemble in the past but don’t currently participate? Auditions for the LCH Choir and Early Worship Ensemble will be held during the last week of August, by appointment. These sessions are meant to be relaxed and fun and are a way for the director to get to know you a bit more as a musician. If you have questions or would like to set up a time to meet, please contact Scott Fikse, director of music and liturgy, by email at scott@LCHwelcome.org.

Sophia Wins Award at MAOTeen!

Sophia had an amazing week at the Miss America’s Outstanding Teen national competition in Orlando, Florida. She won $1,000 for the Spirit of America Award (basically the Miss Congeniality Award) through votes from her fellow contestants. She was also awarded an additional $1,000 and four-year full tuition scholarships to a number of colleges nationwide, including the Manhattan School of Music!

She did a wonderfull job singing for the talent. Everyone was amazed that she was only 13 years old. They loved her sense of caring, sharing, and spirit of aloha.

Sophia looks forward to her year of service as Miss Hawai‘i Outstanding Teen and thanks her LCH family for their continued love and support.

Edward Shipwright Memorial Piano Fund

The church has an ongoing need for maintenance of our current piano, which is on generous loan from Mark Wong. We also need to plan for eventual purchase of an excellent, permanent piano for LCH.

Therefore, we have established the Edward Shipwright Memorial Piano Fund. Dr. Shipwright was the head of the piano division of the Music Department at UH Mānoa. Many people associated with LCH were students or friends of Ed. The fund will be a fitting memorial to his 50 years of teaching and playing.

Give Aloha Returns September 1!

LCH Org Code: 78224

We are registered again this year to participate in the Give Aloha Program sponsored by Foodland/Western Union. During the month of September, donations to Give Aloha will be accepted, up to $249, at any Foodland or Sack ’n’ Save. Don’t forget your Maika‘i card and use the LCH Organization Code (78224) at the time of your donation. Foodland and Western Union will match every gift received up to $300,000 for all combined participating organizations.

Electronic Funds Transfers for June

Offering Fund	Amount	Offering Fund	Amount
Offering	$5,867	Music Fund/Instruments	$210
Shallow Subsidy	$90

Attendance and Offerings for July

Date	Worship Service	Attendance	Offering Fund	Amount
July 1	9:15 am Service	88	Offering	$3,581
			Shallow Subsidy	$130
			Social Ministries/IHS	$40
			Pew Chair Fund	$50
			Shipwright Piano Fund	$500
July 8	9:15 am Service	82	Offering	$2,418
			Social Ministries	$50
			Shallow Subsidy	$50
			Music/Instruments	$10
July 15	9:15 am Service	86	Offering	$2,527
			Shallow Subsidy	$110
			Pew Chair Fund	$103
			Social Ministries/IHS	$30
July 22	9:15 am Service	137	Offering	$2,667
			Shallow Subsidy	$20
			Scholarships	$25
			Social Ministries	$60
			Domestic Relief	$25
			Music Fund	$20
July 29	9:15 am Service	85	Offering	$1,665
			Shallow Subsidy	$30
			Social Ministries	$30
			Capital Improvements	$100

HeartBeat Deadline

Tuesday, August 21, 9:00 am

Alfred, Cindy P., Greg, Jennifer, Piperlynn and her parents,
Jeff F., Kim K., Kirsten, Lee M., Lori L., Shirley, Steve R.,
Swede, Tammy, Thomas T., Vincent, Vonia

August Birthdays

08/03	Elizabeth Pearson
08/05	Nedra Walker
08/06	Sissy Arakawa
08/13	Alexa Sueda
08/14	Benjamin Fay
08/17	Gordon W.
08/18	Jean-Paul Klingebiel
08/24	Dennis Hethcote
08/27	Peggy Khan

LCH Worship Participants

Choral Eucharist or Holy Communion (9:15 am)
DATE	August 5	August 12	August 19	August 26
LECTOR	Juditha Murashige	Peggy Brandt	Peter Flachsbart	Peggy Anderson
ASSISTING MINISTER	Marcus Fikse	Amanda Lippert	Frank Haas	Josie Bidgood
COMMUNION ASSISTANTS	Chuck Huxel Teresa McCreary Wayne Gau	Carolyn Koehler David Barber Laurie Leach	Nathalie J. Sue Haas Bobby Broyles	Chuck Pearson Phyllis Hormann Peggy Anderson
ACOLYTE	Needed	Hunter N.	Lillie J.	Dylan D.
LAYING on HANDS		Stephanie Luuloa
USHERS	Peter Flachsbart Fred Benco Billie Jean Ries Dylan D. Bill Fay Chuck Huxel Chuck Pearson		ALTAR GUILD	Josie Bidgood Stephanie Luuloa Lois Watanabe Juditha Murashige Nicole Muffley
COUNCIL in CHARGE	Phyllis Hormann

Calendar: July 2018

Day	Date	Event and Time
Thursday	August 2	10:00 am, Book of Faith Bible Study 2:30 pm, Staff meeting
Sunday	August 5	Angel Network In-Gathering 8:15 am, Adult Forum 9:15 am, Summer Holy Communion 10:30 am, Leadership Roundtable
Thursday	August 9	10:00 am, Book of Faith Bible Study 2:30 pm, Staff meeting
Sunday	August 12	8:15 am, Adult Forum 9:15 am, Summer Holy Communion
Monday	August 13	6:00 pm, LCH Worship & Music Meeting
Tuesday	August 14	9:30 am, Hukilau Pastors’ Meeting at LCH 2:30 pm, Holoholo pick-up
Wednesday	August 15	Punahou Academy Parking begins 12:30 pm, Finance Committee Meeting
Thursday	August 16	10:00 am, Book of Faith Bible Study 2:30 pm, Staff meeting
Friday	August 17	OFFICE CLOSED—Admissions Day 1:00 pm, IHS Meals prepared 5:30 pm, IHS Meals served
Saturday	August 18	6:00 pm, Mary Magdalene Society
Sunday	August 19	8:15 am, Adult Forum 9:15 am, Summer Holy Communion
Monday	August 20	10:00 am, LCH Women’s Book Club 4:30 pm, Writers’ Workshop
Tuesday	August 21	HeartBeat Submissions Deadline!
Thursday	August 23	10:00 am, Book of Faith Bible Study 2:30 pm, Staff meeting
Saturday	August 25	9:30 am, One Pot One Hope 5:30 pm, Food for Thought
Sunday	August 26	8:15 am, Adult Forum 9:15 am, Summer Holy Communion
Monday	August 27	6:00 pm, Early Worship Ensemble Rehearsal
Tuesday	August 28	2:30 pm, Holoholo pick-up 6:30 pm, LCH Council Meeting
Thursday	August 30	10:00 am, Book of Faith Bible Study 2:30 pm, Staff meeting 7:00 pm, LCH Choir Rehearsal