St. Augustine Church

by-the-sea

With the servant leadership of the Congregation of the Sacred Hearts of Jesus

and Mary since 1854

www.staugustinebythesea.com

You have made us for yourself,

Lord, and our hearts are rest-

less until they rest in you

-- St. Augustine of Hippo

Rev. Lane K. Akiona, ss.cc. Pastor Rev. Benny Kosasih, ss.cc. Parochial vicar Deacon Keith Cabiles Deacon Andy Calunod Anne Harpham Pastoral associate Sr. Cheryl Wint, osf Pastoral associate

Sunday Liturgy 5 p.m. Saturday 6, 8, 10 a.m., 5 p.m. Sunday

Daily Liturgy 7 a.m. Monday-Saturday 5 p.m. Monday-Thursday

St. Augustine by-the-sea Parish 130 Ohua Ave. Honolulu, HI 96815 Phone: (808) 923-7024 Fax: (808) 922-4086 e-mail: staugustinebythesea@gmail.com Web: www.staugustinebythesea.com Parish secretary: Bev Tavake Pastoral Council President: Theresa Kong Kee Finance Committee chairman: Jim Danne-miller

Office hours Monday-Thursday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.; closed noon to 1 p.m. Friday, 8 a.m. to noon. Closed Saturday, Sunday and holidays.

Sacraments Reconciliation: 6:30-6:45 a.m. and 4:30-4:45 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday; 3-4 p.m. Sat-urday. Baptism: Call the parish office for infor-mation. Marriage: Email staugustineweddingcoor-dinator@gmail.com before making ar-rangements. Confirmation: Call the parish office for information. Funerals: Call the parish office when final-izing services with the mortuary.

Religious education Contact the parish office to enroll your child in religious education classes or to inquire about the Rite of Christian Initia-tion for Adults.

Parish organizations Altar Rosary Society Holy Name Society Tongan Society Knights of Columbus Ka Huaka'i (Marriage ministry) Please call the parish office for information about joining any of these organizations.

Aunty Carmen’s Kitchen Hot meals are served between 11 a.m. and noon Monday to Friday, except holidays

To register Call the parish office to register and to sign up for envelopes

Bulletin deadline Material to be considered in the bulletin must be submitted to the parish office by noon on the Monday before the Sunday of publication.

Hospitality Join us for doughnuts and juice after all morning masses on the first Sunday of the month.

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This week at St. Augustine Sunday, July 31—Eighteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time Liturgical color: Green 6 a.m. Mass—R/S Edward Drielak, Rita Shimabuku 8 a.m. Mass—R/S Jerry Galang, Pua Bow 10 a.m. Mass—S/I Louis & Bertha Villagomez (45th anniversary), Sage and the Kong Kee Family 5 p.m. Mass Monday, Aug. 1—St. Alphonsus Liguori Liturgical color: White 6:30 a.m. Liturgy of the Hours 7 a.m. Communion Prayer Service 5 p.m. Mass 5:30 p.m. Wedding rehearsal Tuesday, Aug. 2—St. Eusebius of Vercelli, St. Peter Julian Eymard Liturgical color: Green/White 6:30 a.m. Liturgy of the Hours 7 a.m. Mass—S/I Sr. Cheryl Wint 1 p.m. Wedding 5 p.m. Mass Wednesday, Aug. 3 Liturgical color: Green 6:30 a.m. Liturgy of the Hours 7 a.m. Mass—S/I Purie Cortez (thanksgiving) 5 p.m. Mass Thursday, Aug. 4—St. John Vianney Liturgical color: White 6:30 a.m. Liturgy of the Hours 7 a.m. Mass—R/S Edna Lapnewski 5 p.m. Mass Friday, Aug. 5—The Dedication of the Basilica of St. Mary Major First Friday Liturgical color: Green/White 6:30 a.m. Liturgy of the Hours 7 a.m. Mass Benediction and Adoration Saturday, Aug. 6—The Transfiguration of the Lord First Saturday Liturgical color: White 7 a.m. Mass—R/S Herbert Texeira Church & grounds cleaning: Tongan Society-Catechist’s Mystery Noon Funeral 5 p.m. Mass

Breaking open the Word 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time

During last Sunday’s storm, our laundry flooded, and over a foot of water threatened the house. I noticed in the flood a few of my daughters’ toys floating away, plants overturned, and some surely destroyed herbs in our garden. I said to my-self, “Man, what a disaster.” Although we had spent the storm in the rain keeping water out of the house, we escaped without serious damage, if any at all. Still, I said, “Man, what a disaster.” By 10 p.m., I was in clean dry clothes after a long hot shower, enjoying a nice icy beverage in my comfy chair. But then my heart began to ache as I saw on the news how much more damage other people were experiencing. Just blocks away, homes were destroyed. No electricity, no hot water to bathe in, no icy drink to enjoy, no dry comfy chair to sit in. I realized that, really, the “disaster” I spoke about all night was my attitude. I looked at my wife and two daughters. What else could I ever ask for after a crisis such as this storm? We were dry, we had a roof over our heads, and we were safe and sound. These are the most precious gifts in my life. The Gospel today suggests for us to look at and evaluate what is important in our lives, and how they define us. Do we obsess over fortune and possessions without balancing it with charity and sharing? Do we focus on what goods we have, rather than doing good? Are we concerned about what others have that we don’t, rather than being concerned about others less fortunate? For those possessions that we are blessed to have, do we acknowledge, thank, and give back to Jesus? As we continue our life journey this week and beyond, know that in both the good times and in the storms of our lives, our most profound wealth is in God himself. Pray that the blessings and graces he gives us move us always to be transformed in Christ.

Deacon Keith Cabiles

Readings First Reading — Do not spend your life toiling for material gain (Ecclesiastes 1:2; 2:21-23). Psalm — If today you hear his voice, harden not your hearts (Psalm 90). Second Reading — Christ has raised you to new life, so seek now what is above (Colossians 3:1-5, 9-11). Gospel — Be on guard against all greed, for your life does not consist of earthly possessions, but of the riches of the reign of God (Luke 12:13-21).

Weekday Monday: Jer 28:1-17; Ps 119; Mt 14:13-21 Tuesday: Jer 30:1-2, 12-15, 18-22; Ps 102; Mt 14:22-36 Wednesday: Jer 31:1-7; Jer 31:10-13; Mt 15:21-28 Thursday: Jer 31:31-34; Ps 51; Mt 16:13-23

Friday: Na 2:1, 3; 3:1-3, 6-7; Dt 32:35-36, 39, 41; Mt 16:24-28 Saturday: Dn 7:9-10, 13-14; Ps 97; Lk 9:28b-36

Next Sunday’s reading Wis 18:6-9; Ps 33; Hb 11:1-2, 8-19; Lk 12:32-48

Daily Prayer This week we can ask, in the variety of ways and situations each day that our eyes might be opened to see Jesus as he really is - glorified, with the Father, and ready to renew our faith and trust in him. As we begin our day, and at brief times throughout our day, we can pull our consciousness together by letting the themes of this week's reading guide us. One day, we might ask to keep our eyes fixed on Jesus as we go through a day full of strong wind and waves. We can ask again and again, as things get tougher and more challenging. Another day, we might focus on what comes out of our mouths. Is there cynicism, judgments, distortions of the truth, divisive and self-serving manipulation, yelling and hurtful put-downs? Do I practice using my voice to give praise to God by affirming others, forgiving them, by telling the truth, by defending the poor and the voiceless, by giving God thanks? Another day, I might be conscious of those I disdain or think of as “the enemy.” I might ask for the grace to open my heart to whatever faith in God they have, how-ever different from mine. I might ask for a sense of solidari-ty with them, not because it is my desire or inclination, but because it is God's desire for me. How can I heal and reconcile, at least in my heart, what needs healing: racism, sexism, anti-Semitism, negative ste-reotypes towards those I see as “foreigners”? How can I be relieved of my hostility against the poor or being judgmen-tal about sinners?

18th Week in Ordinary Time This week we complete our readings from the Book of the Prophet Jeremiah. Friday and Saturday have the con-soling readings from the Prophet Nahum and the Prophet Habakkuk, “the vision still has its time.” In Matthew's Gospel this week we hear some marvelous words about faith and discipleship. Monday is Matthew's version of the Miracle of the loaves and fishes. On Tuesday there is the choice between two gospels: Jesus comes to his disciples across the water in a storm, and invites Peter to come to him, across the water; when Peter comes he takes his eyes off Jesus and goes down. In the other Gospel op-tion, the Pharisee asks why Jesus' disciples don't follow the dietary laws and Jesus says, “It is not what enters one’s mouth that defiles the man; but what comes out of the mouth is what defiles one.” In contrast to the lack of faith of the religious leaders, Jesus delights in the faith and trust of a non-Jew, a woman in the enemy Gentile territory to the north. Peter recognizes Jesus as the Son of Man and seems to doubt him at the same time. Jesus sums up our disciple-ship wonderfully: “Whoever wishes to come after me must deny himself, take up his cross, and follow me. For whoever wishes to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for my sake will find it. What profit would there be for one to gain the whole world and forfeit his life? Or what can one give in exchange for his life?” Creighton University Online Ministries

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Helping those who are hungry:

the ministry of Aunty Carmen’s Kitchen In June, Aunty Carmen’s Kitchen, the St. Augustine Parish ministry to those who are hungry, served 1,638 meals. In the first half of this year, the number of meals served totaled 9,813. This ministry is supported through the generosity of St. Au-gustine parishioners and our many visitors. Mahalo for all that you do. Our collection for Aunty Carmen’s Kitchen is taken the fifth Sunday of the month, including this weekend. Aunty Carmen’s Kitchen offers a free meal from 11 a.m. to noon weekdays.

RCIA begins Sept. 14 The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) was estab-lished by the Church for individuals who wish to become Cath-olic. This class, over 10 months, takes inquirers and catechumens through the tenets of our faith, Scripture and Tradition, the sacraments, liturgy, faith sharing and spiritual growth, morality and conscience and justice and peace issues. St. Augustine’s 2016-17 RCIA program begins Wednesday, Sept. 14, at 6:30 p.m. in the Damien Meeting Room. Please call the parish office to register in advance of the first class.

Kiosk for credit card donations You will notice an iPad at the back of the church on the Ewa side of the church. The iPad is there for credit card transac-tions and is safe and secure.

Stewardship of treasure Collection for the week ended July 24: $8,627.62 Children’s collection: $8.00

A remembrance of Hawaii Unique crosses made of driftwood, sea glass and shells by a Hawaii artist are available here at St. Augustine after Mass or in the parish office during office hours. These crosses are one-of-a-kind creations, mas-terpieces of the sea for your island home or for our visitors to take home as a beautiful remem-brance of Hawaii. Come after Mass outside the church and see them for yourself. They will be available the second and fourth Sundays of each month. They are sure to be a unique remembrance of your time in Hawaii.

St. Augustine Closet open August 13 The Altar Rosary Society Closet will open on Saturday, August 13 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Damien Meeting Room. If you're looking for a treasure and something old or somewhat new, you won’t want to miss it.

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pastor: There will be a diocesan daylong training/workshop on Saturday Aug. 27 for Respect Life coordina-tors . If you are interested in the Respect Life ministry, please let me know.

The workshop will prepare Respect Life coordinators to engage conversation at the parish level that promotes and fosters the dignity and value of every human being by way of activities and events that include information and education, pastoral care, public policy, and prayer and worship. The revised Guidelines for Parish Respect Life Coor-dinators for Parish Pro-Life Activities and the USCCB 2016-17 Respect Life Program packets will be distrib-uted and reviewed at the workshop. The workshop will be Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of Peace. Fr. Lane K. Akiona ss.cc.

Ho'ohali'a (A Fond Reflection) 2016 Please save the date for our annual "Ho'ohali'a (A Fond Reflection) gala at the Royal Hawaiian Hotel on August 25. Individual tickets are $200 and a table of 10 is $2,000. Tickets may be purchased in the parish office. This annual event commemorates our patron saint and the numerous blessings we have received as a parish over these 162 years of dedicated service and witness of faith in Waikiki. Come join us.

‘A Pilgrimage Through Time’ "A Pilgrimage Through Time" Celebrating the Year of Consecrated LIfe in the Diocese of Honolulu, November

30, 2014-February 2, 2016 Have you ever wondered how the Catholic Church be-gan in these islands? And who started the Catholic educa-tional system and social ministry arm of the church in Hawaii? Some of the answers can be found in this book dedicated to all the faithful of the Roman Catholic Church in Ha-waii during the 10th anniversary year of the Episcopal Ordination of Bishop Larry Silva. Purchase a copy and share this valuable information with your loved ones. The cost is $30 and proceeds help support voca-tions and the youth and young adults of St. Augustine parish.

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PARISH REGISTRATION You may drop it in the collection the next time you come to Mass. Thank You!

Parish Calendar July 30 Family Promise dinner, 6:30 p.m. at Holy Trinity Parish July 31 2nd collection for the support of Aunty Carmen’s Kitchen Aug. 7 Hospitality Sunday, pastries, coffee after morning Masses Aug. 8 Knights of Columbus, 6 p.m., Damien Meeting Room Aug. 19 Statehood Day, Parish office & Aunty Carmen’s Kitchen closed Aug. 25 St. Augustine Parish Gala, 5:30 p.m., Royal Hawaiian Hotel

Special Collection – Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of Peace – August 13 & 14 Join us in supporting the Cathedral Renewal Campaign to reno-vate and restore our historic Hawaiian cathedral! The mother church of our Diocese, dedicated in 1843, has been serving the Catholic community of Hawaii for more than 170 years. A relic of St. Damien and the remains of St. Marianne are enshrined in the Cathedral. Today, the Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of Peace needs your help to ensure she remains standing for future generations to enjoy, just as we benefit from the efforts of our ancestors and Catholic predecessors. Visit us online at www.HonoluluCathedralRenewal.org to learn more. Click on the “Learn” button or select “Renewal Cam-paign” in the toolbar to view our 5 ½ minute campaign video. Please support the Cathedral Renewal Campaign with a gift dur-ing the upcoming special collection or contribute online. Mahalo nui loa! Please contact our Campaign Office with any questions. Phone: 808-585-3329, Email: CRC@rcchawaii.org