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Animals to be blessed at Keawala‘i church Keawala‘i Congregational Church’s annual “Blessing of the Animals” will be held at the historic Makena church at 10 a.m. Saturday. Churches celebrate the event in remembrance of St. Francis of Assisi’s love for all creatures, according to a news release. Readings, prayers and a blessing will be offered, as well as pictures with Santa. Arrangements will take into account the needs of the animals, including dogs, cats, birds, hamsters, rabbits or any other pets. Dogs must be leashed at all times, and other animals must be ...

Church to host ‘Night in Bethlehem’

Valley Isle Fellowship will hold “A Night in Bethlehem” from 5 to 7 p.m. Dec. 3, an interactive event for participants to walk the streets of Bethlehem and discover what it was like in the first century. Activities will include Bethlehem Bakery, Pottery Shop, Scribe’s Shop, Fruit Stand, Painter’s Hut, Metal Shop, a live Nativity at 6:45 p.m., a photo booth and more. Guests are encouraged to wear biblical attire. Visit the church on Sunday morning or email vifoffice@vifmaui.com to schedule a time to see pattern options. Or, guests can come as they are. The photo booth will ...

Church to celebrate Feast of Lili‘uokalani

Trinity by the Sea Episcopal Church will celebrate the Feast of Queen Lili‘uokalani at 9 a.m. Sunday in the outdoor sanctuary on the site of David Malo’s historical 1850s church located at 100 Kulanihakoi St. in Kihei. The Vicar of Trinity, Rev. John Hau‘oli Tomoso, will be the celebrant at the Eucharist using ‘Olelo Hawai‘i. The Royal Order of Kamehameha, the Hale O Na Ali‘i and the Ahahui Ka‘ahumanu will be in attendance to offer ho‘okupu. The church’s new portrait of Queen Lili‘uokalani will be presented and blessed. For more information, call (808) 879-0601.

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Pukalani Baptist to hold women’s seminar Pukalani Baptist Church will host “Women’s Seminar: Eagles or Hummingbirds?” from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 12. The church welcomes women young and old for a time of growing in grace, focusing on Isaiah 40:31. Lunch is included. Call Laura Newell with any questions at (808) 572-7968. ***** Church to host Ho‘ohui Keawala‘i Keawala‘i Congregational Church will host Ho‘ohui Keawala‘i, a grand homecoming celebration, at 10 a.m. Nov. 13. The church located at 5300 Makena Road will receive new members on that day and host ...

Hebrew roots of Old Testament study set

Transformation School of Ministries is offering a course in Studying the Hebrew Roots of the Old Testament at 6:30 to 9 p.m., Tuesday through Friday at Faith in Jesus church, 432 Waiehu Beach Road, Wailuku. Classes are taught by Matthew Delaney, who is currently teaching Hebrew at Oral Roberts University in Tulsa, Okla. Come earlier on Tuesday evening to register and to get class materials. For more information, call (808) 856-1524.

Waipuna Chapel celebrates anniversary

Waipuna Chapel Makawao Campus will celebrate its first anniversary at 9 a.m. Oct. 30 at the Oskie Rice Rodeo Arena Clubhouse in Makawao. All are welcome to join the church for a time of music, a special message from Campus Pastor Kaipo Thomas, fun for kids, a special hula and lunch afterwards. For more information, email tim@waipunachapel.com.