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Texas pastor to speak on MauiNationally known San Antonio pastor John Hagee and Alabama gospel singer and country music artist Karen Wheaton will take part in the King's Cathedral "Celebrate Conference" May 23 to 25, according to an announcement.Hagee is founder and president of John Hagee Ministries, which telecasts his radio and television teachings nationally, according to his ministries' website. He is the founder and senior pastor of Cornerstone Church in San Antonio which reportedly has more than 20,000 active members.The conference schedule is 7 p.m. May 23; 9 a.m. May 24; and 7 ...

Free ‘Dessert Theatre’ event Wednesday

Calvary Chapel South Maui will host the Covenant Players at 7 p.m. Wednesday for a free "Dessert Theatre" event.The Covenant Players are a traveling team of actors who perform around the world. The group will perform several short plays. During breaks, cookies, cakes and pies will be available for purchase.A silent auction will run throughout the evening, with items like gift cards from island restaurants and businesses, framed artwork and more. Event proceeds will help send mission teams to work in orphanages in Mexico and to minister to villagers in the Himalayas of Nepal.Calvary ...

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Remaining Passover services announcedThe Jewish Congregation of Maui has announced its schedule for remaining Passover services.The schedule is:* Today, 6:29 p.m., light candles.* Saturday, 10 a.m. Shabbat and Pesach service, including Shir Hashirim/Song of Songs.* Sunday, 6:29 p.m., light candles; 6:30 p.m. Pesach 7th night service.* Monday, 10 a.m., Pesach 7th day service; candles after dark.* Tuesday, 10 a.m., Pesach 8th day service.Beit Shalom is at 634 Alulike St. in Kihei. For more information, call 874-5397.*****Good Friday Tenebre Service setPo'okela Church will hold its Good ...

Good Shepherd Episcopal plans Holy Week schedule

Good Shepherd Episcopal Church will begin Holy Week on Palm Sunday.The liturgy and blessing of the palms will take place in the church office courtyard, followed by a processional into the church at 8:30 a.m. Members of the congregation will read the story of Christ's passion, and the Senior Choir will provide special music. A potluck will follow.Maundy Thursday will be observed by a 7 p.m. service with music by the Senior Choir. The service celebrates the gift of the Holy Eucharist and Christ's example of humble service when he washed the feet of his disciples. At the end of the ...

Monday will begin celebration of Passover for Jewish Congregation

The Jewish Congregation of Maui will begin celebrating Passover on Monday, a time when Jews recount the story of exodus from Egypt 3,300 years ago.The schedule of services includes:* Monday 10 a.m., Chametz burning at synagogue; 6 p.m. evening service; 6:27 p.m. light candles; 6:30 p.m. community Seder. (Those who want to attend the Seder must make reservations. The service will include a recounting of the Jewish exodus from Egypt and a four-course dinner with traditional foods, stories and songs. The Seder will be led by Rabbi David Glickman. For menu, pricing and reservations, call ...

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Church youth plan 14-stop pilgrimageYouth group members from St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church will stage a pilgrimage from their Wailuku church to St. Ann's Catholic Church in Waihee on Sunday, starting at 10:30 a.m.Student participants include LIFE (Living In Faith Experience) members as well as religious education and confirmation students. Parish members also have been invited to participate.The walk includes 14 stops to pray the Lenten "Stations of the Cross." Participants will walk along Mill and Market streets, through Happy Valley and along Kahekili Highway to Waihee and to ...