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Fully Ignited,

Pastor Wayne Cordeiro

We are in the midst of summer and if you’re like me, you are probably enjoying

the long days and the outdoors. Our vegetable garden is treating us to fresh

cucumbers and tomatoes for summertime salads!

In a few weeks, it’s back to school for many of us, and our Pacific Rim Christian

College is ramping up for the fall semester. In addition to PRCC, I am continuing

to restructure our newest addition to our Bible college team, Eugene Bible College

in Oregon. Thank you for allowing me this season to develop another training site

that will bring great benefits to thousands of other churches in the years to come.

The faculty and staff are wonderful and ready for some changes that will build the

caliber of leaders we see every week around New Hope.

One exciting new program we are kicking off at both sister colleges is called

"Ignite," a life-shaping module within the academia that disciples, mentors and

immerses students into tailored life programs to produce outstanding leaders for

the Kingdom. Please pass the word about our colleges, and if you know of any

young people with leadership potential, let’s get them trained so we can see the

Kingdom advance as we believe greatness out of our youth!

I am so excited about this program that we’re dedicating this month’s issue to

igniting aflame our own potential in reaching God’s best for our lives. I hope you

enjoy the articles and embark on an adventure of a lifetime with God!

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Strengthening Yourself

While David was fighting with the Philistines, they kicked him out and told him to go back home to Ziklag. What David didn’t know was that the Amelikites had raided Ziklag, stolen their wives, children and goods, and took off. When David came back, Ziklag had been incinerated. David and his men were discouraged: their families had been taken captive and they were fighting a war that they didn’t want to be a part of.

This is how the Bible describes it:

Moreover David was greatly distressed because the people spoke of stoning him, for all the people were embittered, each one because of his sons and his daughters; but David strengthened himself in the LORD his God

(1 Sam 30:6 NASB).

David strengthened himself ! We will face times when there will be no one to strengthen us. This is when we need to take a timeout and strengthen ourselves. During your timeout, ask God to reveal a fresh vision of potential, use your suffering as lessons of wisdom and seek comfort in His presence.

The world is quick to sap us of our strength and vision, so each of us is responsible to keep ourselves inspired. We have such great potential within us. He wants to use everything we have, even our worst experiences. In fact, God specializes in converting our bad experiences into

our future potential. He wants to use every aspect of our lives, including our sufferings.

Everyone experiences suffering and God uses the stories of others to inspire us and revive our spirits.

People Who Inspire

Get around people who inspire and encourage you. God intersects our paths with people from whose lives we can glean lessons. These people anticipate the blessings of God in their lives, regardless of their present circumstances. They’ll have a word of encouragement for us. In different seasons, it will be different people. It might be a friend, spouse, boss, parent or child. All we have to do is be ready to detect these voices of inspiration.

Even when no one’s around, people who inspire are within an arm’s reach. The Bible is packed with examples of people who lived by faith. We just have to turn the pages to be mentored by them. God says to take a look at their lives and see how they went through trying times and kept themselves inspired.

There is a victory about to be won and He wants us to be a part of it. As we continue to keep our zest for life alive, God will be able to use our stories to inspire others. Watch as miracles happen when we start to inspire our own hearts.

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04 The Setting of a Culture

A New Heart, New Season

08 Ways to Serve

Post Production Ministry

10 Life Journaling

Confidence & Competence

12 God Moment

Making the Right Plays

14 Gems Along the Way

Prescription for Boredom

15 Setting a Summer Tablescape

18 Photo Spread: “Who Ignited Your Life?”

22 New Hope Oàhu

23 Keiki Corner

24 Recipe Section: A Sister Act

Hamburger Jhun, Okinawan Bread Pudding

26 Practical Pointers: How to Practice Fire Safety

27 Pastor’s Tips

Four Steps for Reviving Relationships

28 New Hope Canoe Club

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BRIAN DOERKSENBorn and raised on the west coast of Canada, Brian Doerksen is a recording artist, songwriter, conference speaker, author and pastor. In 2003, Doerksen received the International Award by the Gospel Music Association in America. He received six Covenant Awards in October 2007 and a Juno Award for “Holy God” in April 2008.

BRYAN CLAYDecathlete Bryan Clay won the gold medal in the 2008 Beijing Olympics, earning the titles of “Olympic Champion” and “The World’s Greatest Athlete.” Prior to this, Clay won the World Championships in 2005 and was ranked as the No. 1 decathlete in the world in 2006. Aug.15+16

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A fresh palette of wispy oranges and pinks powder the morning clouds as the rays of

the sun break over the Koolau Mountains. This is how we first meet God the Creator,

who created light and life out of formlessness and void. The silvery tops of the ocean

at sunset, the bright green mountainside after a heavy rain, and the playful spectrum

of purples, blues and reds beaming from a post-drizzle rainbow all shout in favor of

God's divine presence. It's harder to imagine God's artistic touch in a dimly-lit post-

production office in the industrial district of Sand Island or inside a cramped video

truck parked at a high school in Kalihi. But to those who frequent these places, it's no

secret – He's painting masterpieces.

You can't go far without being exposed to media. Whether it's the radio, TV, movies

or the Internet, we live in a multi-media- saturated world and there is no slowing

down. Pastor Wayne knows this, and that's why New Hope is what it is today. At each

of the five services held 52 weeks of the year, we record a multi-camera presentation

of the gospel, complete with digitally mixed live audio, image magnification and live

Internet streaming. The message is broadcast on several local radio stations, as well as

over the airwaves in Hilo and Kauai. Every week, pre-produced videos are concepted,

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edited several sermon messages

delivered via high-definition

projection to the congregation.

The weekend messages, coupled

with inspiring vocal specials, are

edited down and post-mixed to

produce a weekly half-hour show

that is broadcast on TV locally,

nationally and internationally.

Recently, several of New Hope's

media projects were honored with

the Telly Award, a national prize

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Multimedia crew at work during “Cut Back,” a short

film shot for the 2006 Christmas service.

New Hope’s multimedia team provides technical

support for Avalon in concert.

Pastor Wayne in Waikiki while filming “One Prayer,

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within the ministry. Tim Savage, New Hope's director of

creative multimedia, has over 20 years of experience as an

award-winning filmmaker and commercial director, along

with his wife, Mardi, who has produced countless commercials

on the islands. These industry veterans jumped the fence from

secular to spiritual after witnessing the eternal impact that

their God-given skills and talent could have on the Kingdom.

Both have witnessed miracles during production that they

wouldn't have experienced anywhere else. At a shoot for one

of New Hope's short films, a crew member who was

hired from outside of New Hope remarked that the vibe

of the people on set was a welcome change from the

conflict and flaring egos that usually plague his other

jobs. During the production of one of New Hope's

Christmas TV specials, a crew member accepted Jesus

into his heart.

"Only through Christ do these things happen," Mardi

Savage claims.

Inspiration never runs dry among the volunteers who

faithfully serve on the multimedia team. Sam Fong, New

Hope's audio broadcast engineer, says, "I'm moved by

the dedication of the people in the team who tirelessly

serve our Lord every week."

Fong’s words resound in the hearts of all of the

multimedia staff and servants, some of whom have

been volunteering with New Hope media since its

inception. Eric Hanaoka, a husband and father, has

been volunteering as a camera operator for over 10

years, and his diagnosis of stage-four cancer does not

faze his commitment to the Kingdom.

“I see people's hearts change," Hanaoka says. "That's

what drives me to serve."

It seems that in the midst of all the lights, cameras and

action, God is never one to neglect the masterpiece of

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JournalingHere is a short description of the main characters that play important roles in these stories. All this will help you go deeper and understand a little more of the message that God is trying to teach you.

Jeremiah was a prophet who lived more than 100 years after Isaiah and centered his ministry in Jerusalem. After the destruction of Jerusalem, he was taken to Egypt and was martyred there by his fellow Jews. This is why he is given the name of the “martyr” among prophets. As a prophet, he suffered physically, but also emotionally, as he was burdened by giving a word of doom and judgment to his people. The Book of Jeremiah contains both prophecy (oracles) and narrative (stories).

Nahum lived during the same time as Jeremiah. His book is a song of praise, proclaiming God’s judgment on a foreign power, as well as salvation for Israel. The context of Nahum’s song is the conquest of Nineveh in 612 B.C.

Habakkuk lived during the time of Nahum and Jeremiah. Like Nahum, this book is a song used in worship. It was sung on a day of prayer during the time of the Babylonian attack during the reign of Jehoiakim. It is a song about the certainty of salvation and of faith.

Zephaniah was also someone who lived during the time of Nahum, Habakkuk and an older Jeremiah. He was the great, great grandson of King Hezekiah. His language is harsh and severe, and his words stirred King Josiah to begin his program of kingdom reforms in 621 B.C.

Ezekiel was a prophet and the son of a priest. His name means “God is strong” and reflects who he was. He is a younger contemporary of Jeremiah who found strength for his work while suffering much. His book is filled with parables and symbolic actions. His book is evenly divided between two sections of judgment and two sections of promise.

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My hands need to be trained and my fingers need skills necessary for victory, and the One who will accomplish this is the Lord. He is the greatest coach of all – He is the one who will lead to victory.

The Word is the best training book there is!

Each generation needs God to train them. As the Scriptures remind us, “And there rose an-other generation that knew not the Lord nor the things He had done” (Judges 2:10).

Each successive generation has to find its own place and relationship with the Lord.

God has no grandchildren. He only has chil-dren.

In other words, every generation has to have a first-hand experience and relationship with God.

The Lord will train each generation and train our hands for battle. Otherwise, the Church will become simply a repository of memories that do not spill over into daily victories. It will be a venerable museum of past acts alone.

Yes, we must remember, for it gives us the confi-dence for victory tomorrow, but we need to add to that confidence a competence – these two in tandem assures victory for tomorrow.

Father, thank you for training my hands and fingers for battle. Without You, I know there is no true victory. Thank you for giving me the best training manual in the world – Your Word.

John is a book for the new Christian and the mature Christian. It is said that the Book of John is “for children to play in and for elephants to swim in.” This means there is something for everybody to learn. John began as a disciple of John the Baptist, then joined Jesus and became a member of his inner circle of disciples. He became a leader in the Jerusalem church and later lived in Ephesus. As the latest gospel written, John includes truths of Jesus Christ for all to know and love.

Revelation was written at the end of the first century A.D., during the time of Emperor Domitian. It is considered the only apocalypse (“unveiling of the end of the age”) book in the New Testament and is related to Isaiah, Zechariah and Daniel. This book is filled with graphic images and symbols that carried specific meanings in its day. The message of comfort is a theme in this book that begins and ends with the “lamb of God” crucified as the key to the meaning of history. Revelation should not be used primarily as a book that predicts the future, but as a book that encourages faithful Christians that God is in control of all personal and world events, although there is suffering and persecution. Revelation is also a book of song (hymns) of the New Testament, since it includes pure praise of God and of Jesus Christ.

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As you read Habbakkuk and Zephaniah, many people had to “wait on the Lord.” Take 10 minutes to ask God for patience and help as you wait on His leadings.

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bservingtheenthusiasticwaysix-foot-fiveUHdefensivefootball player Tua Mahaley welcomes high schoolers arriving at youthservice,onewouldassumehehasbeenservinginministryfor his entire life. ForMahaley,however,being involved inahighschoolministry was not always routine. Although he grew up going to churchinCarson,Calif.,Mahaley’sChristianwalkdeterioratedonceheattendedauniversity. “Ididn’thavemyparentsaroundtokeepmeinlinetogotochurch,”hesays.“ThenIgotintotheworld–theclubs,thepartyinganddrinking." LittledidMahaleyknowthatafriendshipwithBarrettAuwaifromNewHopeDiamondHeadwouldleadtoreconnectingwith Jesus Christ. He met Auwai through a mutual friend,and the two shared their testimonies over breakfast.Auwai’squestions regarding his “lukewarm Christianity” convictedMahaley. “He knew I was still halfway in Christianity: I hadone foot in and one foot out,” Mahaley remembers. “Barrettencouragedme to turnmy life around and startwalking thewalk.” And,turnhislifearoundhedid.MahaleystartedgoingtoNewHopeDiamondHeadandbeganservinginthehighschool

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ministry. Once church became an integral part of his life, Mahaley surroundedhimself with Christians to keep him accountable to his new commitment to Christ.Mahaleyadmitsthatdiscontinuinghisformerwaysoflifewasdifficult,yetheknewhewasdoingwhatGodcalledhimtodo:usingathleticstoreachouttokids. BeingaChristianandaUHfootballplayer, Mahaley views these intertwinedcomponentsastoolstoreachouttokids.

“Kidslookuptoprofessional or college level athletes,” he says. “Whenkidsseethesepeople speaking about God,itshowsthemanotherwaytolive–for Jesus Christ.”

Mahaley is also involved in theFellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA). Every summer, he returns to his hometown andisasmallgroupleaderandcoachfor160kids. A recent UH Manoa graduate(spring 2009), Mahaley plans to further hiseducationbygoingtograduateschool,specializing in public administration.Football continues to play a role in his life, as Mahaley has one year of eligibility left. Reflectingonhislifethusfar,Mahaleyisconstantly reminded of one of the mostimportantlessonshehaslearned. “God uses everyone’s gifts andtalents,” he says earnestly. “Just be yourself: others will see your passion asyoutellthemaboutJesusChristandwhatHe’s done in your life. You have to leadby example because actions speak louderthanwords.” By remembering Auwai’s impacton his life, Mahaley attempts to instill in theyouthasimilarpassionfortheLord. “I ‘ignite’ kids by telling them tofollowtheirdreams,”Mahaleysays.“TheyhavetomakesurethatGodisnumberone;theonlywayto followtheirdreams isbywalkingwithGod.”

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Less than two weeks after the release of the new iPhone 3GS, New Hope Oahu became the first Hawaii-based church to stream services live to the iPhone. From July 4th, New Hope streamed its services weekly. The live stream requires an active Internet connection and an iPhone or iPod Touch with the 3.0 software update. Apple’s newest version of the iPhone makes live streaming possible, a feature often requested from New Hope Oahu attendees. The church’s addition of live streaming videos to the iPhone is noteworthy, as it is the first non-profit organization to offer this service. “Typically, churches are years behind businesses and other organizations when it comes to technology and innovation,” said Michael Sharpe, New Hope’s technology and innovations director. “We have always felt that God is deserving of our very best and we take that to heart when pioneering new ways to spread the Gospel.” New Hope Oahu now provides its attendees with truly portable experiences, with high-quality videos over a Wi-Fi connection or other carrier networks. Currently, the church streams its weekend services live on its Web site (www.enewhope.org). New Hope offered streaming videos on the iPhone as a free service for individuals who are unable to attend one of New Hope’s six locations or its online campus. “We are always looking for ways that we can leverage technology to reach people where they are at,” said Peter Thourson, New Hope’s interactive developer. “Through live streaming video on iPhone and iPod Touch, users across the globe will be able to continue to attend church, regardless of where they are.”


Excerpt taken from Gems Along the Way© 1997 by Wayne Cordeiro

My dear Amy,

The other day, I stopped by the local elementary school before classes began. I was talking with the teacher overseeing the kindergarten class. Although school hadn’t started yet, she was rounding up the kids into the room. One little boy, however, was quite contrary and kept going outside. Finally, the teacher dragged him into the room by his backpack and demanded, “Now stay in this room until the bell rings!” “Boring!” he replied, in a monotone voice. “I don’t care,” said the teacher, “you get in and stay here!” “Boooring,” he said slowly, trying to make the word sound exactly like its definition. I just had to laugh as I watched this tiny kid with a red backpack, an angry, frustrated teacher, and one monotone word between them: “Boooring.” She finally took his backpack off and ushered him into a crowd of other kids. She did her best to involve him in some games and an art project with colorful paints. He seemed slow to engage, but when I peeked into the classroom a few minutes later, he was having a great time playing! It wasn’t boring after all! His boredom did not come from the classroom. It came from his unwillingness to be involved! In general, boredom comes from a lack of involvement. If you think a class is boring, try participating more. Raise your hand and say what you think or volunteer for games. I’ll bet your boredom with that class will disappear. Church is the same way. If it seems uninteresting, I’d check out my participation before I’d check out from church. Sometimes, relationships can also grow dull. When that happens, I try to invest myself more. When I counsel couples who say their marriage is boring, I tell them to become more involved in each other’s lives. Don’t let boredom bar you from God’s very best. Say “yes” more than you say “no.” Take off the backpack of wrong attitudes, renew your mind and get involved! Life’s great! Jumping into life, Dad

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setting a summer tablescape

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Add summer fun to your table’s centerpiece. Use a large bouquet of summer flowers for the centerpiece. Instead of using a traditional glass vase, change it up with picnic baskets, glass milk jars or water pitchers.

Add lemons or limes to ice-cold water to create a hint of flavor. Besides the flavor, lemons and limes give ordinary water glasses an aesthetic appeal.

Include lemons, limes, oranges or other citrus fruits in your flower arrangements to repel bugs and insects.

Placing candles around the table creates a relaxing and casual ambiance – the perfect picnic mood.

No place setting is complete without name cards. Create summer name cards and customize them for your guests. Name cards can be fashioned for both, men and women – garden rocks for the guys, limes and printed cardstock for the ladies.

Napkin rings add extra decor to an ordinary setting. Use flowers or other outdoor foliage to accessorize your napkins.

The Fourth of July festivities have long been over and the children are about to go back to school. What better way to ignite new relationships or celebrate long-lasting ones than with a backyard barbeque? This month, use some of these tablescape tips to close out your summer party with a bang.

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MY LIFEIGNITEWhat do you think of when you hear the word “ignite?”Most people think about fires, flames and matches. But for these members of our New Hope 'ohana, the word “ignite” reminds them of the individuals who sparked their spiritual journeys.

“First impressions are lasting impressions! A friend who heard of New Hope but never attended invited me to check out the church. The first time we attended New Hope Oahu, the genuine love shown from the friendly greeters ignited our hearts. We felt this was the place we wanted to worship at, a place where we were welcome with friendly smiles and opened arms. Later, I became a greeter and warmly welcomed others into the church. It’s one heart that ignites another heart and passes on the love.” Ken & Sue Hong

Leaders of men's and women's discipleship at New Hope South Shore

photo by Clint Torres

"It was my parents and their church family who ignited my spiritual walk. Through them, I got to witness Jesus

Christ's unconditional love, even when I was at my worst. Since then, I've been

inspired to share that same love with the rest of the world."Cammie Arakaki

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“I heard of New Hope from a fellow prisoner, who suggested that I go there to volunteer. Since I've been at New Hope, I felt God telling me that I belong here: to surround myself with people who keep me accountable. The encouraging volunteers help me from falling back into my previous lifestyle. I now serve on the New Hope staff as part of the Sand Island Levites.”

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"My husband brought me to my first service at New Hope in 1997. A year

later, I rededicated my life to the Lord. Through his constant love, support and

encouragement, I have been able to grow closer to God. He truly is my gift from God; my spiritual lightning rod."

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– Pastor Elwin Ahuhonolulu.eNewhope.orgFarrington High School1564 N. King StreetTimes:Saturday: 5:00 & 7:00 p.m.Sunday: 7:00, 9:00 & 11:00 a.m.Services Available: Sunday School Classes, Childcare (Children’s Ark), Refreshments, Offsite (Shuttle) Parking Sign Language Interpretation: Sunday @ 9 a.m.Foreign Language Translation: •Mandarin ChineseSaturday @ 7 p.m. •JapaneseSunday @ 9:00 & 11 a.m. •KoreanSunday @ 9:00 & 11 a.m.

– Pastor Rich Wilburwestoahu.eNewhope.orgNanakuli High School89-980 Nanakuli AvenueTimes: Sunday: 8:30 & 10:30 a.m.Services Available: Childcare (Children’s Ark), Refreshments, Easy Parking

– Pastor Richard Waialealesouthshore.eNewhope.orgAla Wai Elementary School503 Kamoku StreetTimes: Sunday: 10:00 a.m.Services Available: Childcare (Children’s Ark), Lunch, Easy Parking

– Pastor Dominick Kaaihuesandisland.eNewhope.orgNew Hope Oahu LEAD Center290 Sand Island Access RoadTimes: Sunday: 9:00 & 11:00 a.m.Services Available: Childcare (Children’s Ark), Lunch, Easy Parking

– Pastor Aaron Cordeirohawaiikai.eNewhope.orgKaiser High School511 Lunalilo Home RoadTimes:Sunday: 8:00 & 10:00 a.m.Services Available: Childcare (Children’s Ark), Lunch, Easy Parking

– Pastor Sam Kapumanoa.eNewhope.orgMid Pacific Institute2445 Kaala StreetTimes: Sunday: 9:00 & 11:00 a.m.Services Available: Childcare (Children’s Ark), Lunch, Easy Parking


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Find these words in the puzzle below, then check page 34 (after health tip page) for the answers.

• Jeremiah • Nahum • Alpha • Habakkuk• John• Omega • Zephaniah • Nicodemus • Revelation • Ezekiel

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Even though the summer months are coming to an end, one can never be too cautious when it comes to fire prevention methods. Here are some tips to educate your family about fire safety and how you can prevent house fires.

Install smoke detectors. Even though they may not prevent house fires, they could save a family member’s life. If the smoke detectors are battery operated, check them every month, replacing the batteries twice a year.

Do not leave burning candles or tiki torches unattended. They could tip over, while burning, and set your entire house on fire.

Keep all lighters and matches away from children. Numerous fires started as a result of children playing with matches, not knowing how dangerous they could be.

Check your dryer vent regularly. Make sure the vent is lint-free and the line does not contain kinks. If air backs up into the dryer, it may catch on fire.

Equip your kitchen with a functioning fire extinguisher. Instruct your family members on how to use the extinguisher in the event of an emergency.

After a barbeque, immerse the coals from the grill in water before disposing. They may look like they’ve cooled, but the cores may still be red-hot.

Use caution when cooking. Keep pot handles turned inward, and do not hang loose clothing articles over the stove.

Use halogen lights with care. Make sure your halogen lights are turned off when they are not being used and keep them away from any flammable material.

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P R A C T I C A L

By Kelli Shiroma

The four steps to revive any type of relationship include patience, repentance, asking and yielding. In other words, if you need to restore a relationship, it’s time to P-R-A-Y.

Patience is one of the most important and crucial elements in rebuilding relationships. It’s the first fruit of love! So be patient with the other person and be patient with yourself. Most of all, be patient with God, because only He can restore and usher in healing at the right time.

Always look to God, then to yourself, before pointing out the shortcomings of the other person. Ask God for forgiveness and turn back to His ways. Pray for Him to reveal certain things that YOU might have to tweak in order to restore the bond.

After you’ve taken the situation to God and scrubbed your own heart, humility is the road to take. Initiate reconciliation by asking for forgiveness. Whether you are right or wrong, the key is true humility. That’s what God honors. He is a God of relationships, so a sincere desire to restore honors Him.

The old myth that says, “Every relationship is 50%-50%” is wrong. It should be “100%-100%”, but even that’s not reality. Sometimes relationships are 80%-20% or 99%-1%. In any case, yielding to each other’s needs during an ever-changing tide of good and bad days will ensure a lasting but adventurous relationship. But, most importantly, we must always yield to the Holy Spirit, because Jesus is the “true glue” in every relationship. Putting Him back in the middle of your relationship will not only revive the bond, but He will strengthen and grow it in ways you never imagined!


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New Hope Canoe Club: {FROM THE PINEAPPLE TO THE "BIG APPLE"

by Kel l i Shiroma

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photos by Chad Brownstein


n June 25, a team of 16 members from the New Hope Canoe Club flew to New York.

Their objective: to compete in the annual Liberty World Outrigger Competition, one of the premier outrigger canoe races in the world.

However, the team’s overall goal involved a lot more than canoes and racing, according to club member Cy Kalama.

“We’re part of an outreach,” he said. “It’s a chance for us to share what our church is about with others.”

The New Hope Canoe club represented the church and Hawaii well in the rigorous event. The 12-mile course, which included racing up the Hudson River, around Ellis Island and in front of the Statue of Liberty, commenced and concluded under the Brooklyn Bridge.

While participating in this event was an exciting experience for the New Hope Canoe Club members, it was also challenging.

“We had to be cautious about all the different water activities,” Kalama remembered. “There were barges, tug boats, big ships … it was a very different race.”

Other obstacles the group encountered included fundraising and other expenses for the trip.

Despite these challenges, members deemed the trip to New York as an unforgettable experience. Highlights of the visit encompassed more than the race itself, according to Kalama. In addition to the thrilling experience of being in New York itself and visiting famous historical landmarks, members of the canoe club were able to bond.

“Back home, we’re all so busy,” Kalama said. “We don’t have as much time to bond besides paddling together. This was a good time to share and get to know each other.”

Aside from growing closer as a team, the canoe club had the chance to share Christ’s love with others.

Kalama said that he and Director of Evangelism Church

Administrator John Tilton had the opportunity to pray for the food at the traditional luau that took place after the event. Through their participation in the race, canoe club members were able to share their life stories with other teams and attendees from around the world. This factor makes the New Hope Canoe Club unlike many others, according to Kalama.

“We’re not all about trying to be first in a race,” he said. “This canoe club is different because we want Jesus to shine.”

Therefore, go and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of

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The only U.S. state that grows coffee5) The last state to be admitted to the union on

August 20, 1959

6) The most isolated population center on Earth

7) Has two official languages – Hawaiian and English

8) The only state that has a state anthem in a language other than English

9) The only state that was a former kingdom, ruled by its own native royalty

10) The southernmost state in the U.S.

11) One of four states that was independent prior to becoming part of the U.S.

12) Has its own time zone and does not observe Daylight Savings Time

13) Only U.S. state where the majority of the population is non-white

14) Has the largest population density in the U.S.

15) Hawaii’s Hiram Fong, a descendant from Chinese immigrants, was the first Asian-American in the U.S. Senate

16) Widest state in the U.S. when measured from east to west

17) The birthplace of surfing 50facts about the aloha state

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20) Hawaii is the only state made up of islands

21) Featured in numerous movies and TV shows, including “Jurassic Park,” “Blue Crush” and “LOST”

22) There are four counties in Hawaii (Kauai, Honolulu, Maui and Hawaii)

Called “The Island of Flowers”: over 4,300 species of plants and animals exist across the eight islands24) One of the last places on Earth to be discovered

and inhabited by humans

25) At five million years, Niihau and Kauai are the oldest of the main Hawaiian Islands

26) Livestock raising is the principal industry of Niihau

27) Kauai is the most mature, geologically, of all Hawaiian Islands, with its extensive coastal features and lush valleys

28) Kauai’s Waialua River is one of the five navigable rivers in the state

29) Waimea Canyon is the state’s largest erosional valley

30) The earth’s rainiest place is Kauai’s Mt. Waialeale

31) Oahu draws more visitors than any other island

35) Many famous attractions are featured on Maui: the Road to Hana, Kaanapali Beach, the old whaling town of Lahaina and sunrise at Haleakala. 32'Iolani Palace on Oahu is

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37) Molokai contains the world’s highest sea cliffs

38) Father Damien administered a leper colony in Kalaaupapa

39) Lanai was once the home of the world’s largest pineapple plantations

40) Lanai is known as Hawaii’s “Most Exclusive Island,” with no traffic lights and 30 miles of paved road

41) Lanai’s Hulope Bay, a marine preserve, is considered one of the world’s best diving spots

42) Kahoolawe was once used for target practice by the U.S. Navy and Air Force

43) The Big Island is twice the size of all the other Hawaiian Islands combined

44) Kilauea is the world’s most active volcano

45) The Big Island has the most abundant harvest of the fragrant lavender flower

46) Although it is the youngest of the island chain, the Big Island was the first island discovered by voyaging Polynesians

47) Mauna Kea is the tallest mountain in the world (measured from its base)

48) Mauna Loa is the world’s largest volcanic mountain in terms of volume

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by Pat Takenishi, RPh

Did you know that some label the acai berry as a “super food?” They claim that the acai berry’s antioxidant properties neutralize free radicals that contribute to cardiovascular disease, cancer, osteoarthritis, allergies and aging, just to name a few. Although lab tests confirm the berry’s antioxidant properties, there have been no long-term tests done on animals or humans to verify claims of acai being a “super food.” Laboratory results suggest that certain standardized acai berry extracts have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and cytotoxic activity; however, the actual health benefits have not been studied. Due to insufficient data on safety and efficacy, women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should avoid this supplement. Keep in mind that because this product is being marketed as a food supplement, it is not regulated by the FDA; therefore, there is no way to know what is actually in the supplement unless a lab analyzes it. There have been many “fly by night” companies that have manufactured food supplements that contained very little or none of the active ingredients they list. With this knowledge, try to stick to buying supplements from reputable companies that have been around for many years. The American Heart Association recommends that we eat healthier, with diets high in fruits, vegetables, whole grains and nuts, as opposed to buying supplements. For the price you pay for supplements, it may be wiser to use that money toward healthy food purchases. In addition, healthy eating habits are the best way to prevent disease and help maintain a healthy weight.

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