ReSource for Christian Spirituality

ReSource for Christian Spirituality A Safe Place to Explore Matters of the Soul

ReSource for Christian Spirituality An Ecumenical Outreach Ministry of St. Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church 4364 Hardy St., Suite B, Lihue, HI 96766 808-647-4346 * spirituality@stmichaels-kauai.org www.resourceforchristianspirituality.com We long to nourish spiritual healing, growth, and discernment in the beauty of God’s creation.

Message from the Rector

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ!

Our calling to proclaim and live into the love of God in this world has both an inner and outer life. In broad terms, the inner life is a matter of the heart. It is the search for Christ within us and the exploration of our place in all of creation. This is our spiritual nature which we are called to discover and cultivate.

The outer part of our faith relates to how we live our faith in the world. If our inner faith life is our “talk,” then our outer faith life is our “walk.” These two lives of our faith cannot be separated. Our spiritual lives guide and give meaning to how we walk in the world, and how we live informs and shapes our inner faith.

St. Michael’s is blessed to support a variety of ministries to support our calls to be faithful, and among them, ReSource for Christian Spirituality is one of our primary offerings to nurture our spiritual lives. I am hopeful that you will take the time to carefully review this ReSource overview and prayerfully consider your involvement in this important ministry of our parish.

Peace, The Rev. Andrew McMullen Priest-in-Charge

Centering Prayer “Be still . . . and know that I am God” Psalm 46:10

Centering Prayer is a simple method of silent prayer that prepares us to experience God's presence within us. Through regular practice of centering prayer, we nurture the incarnation of Christ in all aspects of our daily living.

ReSource hosts a centering prayer group on Tuesday mornings for an hour. We devote the first 20 minutes in the silence of centering prayer. Then as community we read and reflect on a contemplative book chosen by the group. We close our time in intercessory prayer.

Participants are encouraged to develop a daily practice of centering prayer, twice a day for twenty minutes each.

Tuesday Mornings, 8-9 am 2nd floor, Suite B St. Michael’s Episcopal Church In cooperation with Contemplative Outreach

SPECIAL Introduction to Centering Prayer Tuesday, Oct. 10, 8:00 – 9:30 am ReSource Room, 2nd Floor

Spiritual Direction

For those who long for a compassionate, sensitive companion to walk on life’s journey, Spiritual Direction may be very helpful.

Spiritual Direction is a gentle, nonjudgmental form of soul care. It occurs in a confidential trusting relationship with a trained Spiritual Director and the Holy Spirit. * Learn to pray and listen for God in all aspects of life * Attend more deeply to signs of God’s grace * Spiritually grow in relationship with God * Seek God’s healing from spiritual or emotional wounds * Discern God’s calling in making major life decisions Typically, a session is scheduled for an hour once a month.

ReSource’s Spiritual Directors are available by skype, phone, or in person. Fees by arrangement.

Rev. Dr. Phyllis Meighen, Lihue, Kauai, HI (808)647-4346 spirituality@stmichaels- kauai.org

Angela Dressel, Kalaheo, Kauai, HI (808)332-7371 abdressel@gmail.com

A Creation Stewardship Stroll

Bob Vlach, creator of the labyrinth at Maha`ulepu, leads hikes with breath-taking views along the Maha`ulepu shoreline. Experience the stunning beauty of God’s creation, and allow God to touch your soul as you walk the labyrinth.

Maha’ulepu Trail and Labyrinth Third Saturday of Every Month Meet at Shipwreck at 9 am or CJM Stables at 10:15 am

RSVP Bob at 541-890-0187 bobvlach@gmail.com

Malcolm Miner Memorial Lectures

Servants of Humanity: St. Damien of Molokai and St. Teresa of Calcutta Presented by

The Rev. William Petrie, Priest-in-Residence St. Patrick Monastery, Honolulu

Friday, October 13 7 pm, SMAA Sanctuary Father Bill’s deep wisdom and compassion are drawn from serving the poorest of the poor with St. Teresa in Calcutta for 25 years, and more recently the residents of Kalaupapa Settlement, Molokai.

The Rev. Malcolm Miner, 1920-2012 St. Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church, Priest Associate Father Malcolm, beloved by so many, was known for his compassionate care and healing touch, loving embrace and affirming laugh, inclusive theology and wise words. Author of: Healing is For Real; Healing and the Abundant Life; and Your Touch Can Heal. The Malcolm Miner Memorial Lecture has been established to provide progressive, stimulating lectures, which connect faith, learning and life.

Beyond the Either/Or God

Presented by

The Rev. Dr. Yvette Flunder

Fellowship of Affirming Ministries Bishop

City of Refuge UCC, Oakland

Founder and Senior Pastor

Thursday, November 2

7 pm, SMAA Sanctuary Bishop Flunder is a powerful prophetic preacher, educator, and justice advocate; a renowned gospel singer and published author.

Bishop founded Ark of Refuge, Inc., to provide housing, services, and training for persons affected by HIV/AIDS in the Bay Area, across

the USA and in three African nations. She is a nationally recognized leader in human rights and LGBT rights.

ReSource Online We Make the Road by Walking Based on the Book by Brian D. McLaren

How it works:

1. Buy the book from Amazon or any bookseller.

2. Go to ReSource for Christian Spirituality on Facebook for the week’s reading.

3. Read assigned Bible verses & a short chapter.

4. View 10-14 min. video based on the chapter, posted Mondays.

5. Join the conversation on Facebook any time during the week.

Easy to join:

1. On Facebook, type in “Resource – We Make the Road by Walking” and ask to JOIN. 2. Click link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ReSourceOnlineWalking/ 3. Technical support, contact kahumau@gmail.com or nfensterman@yahoo.com

Workshops Taste and See: Experiencing the Goodness of God with Our Five Senses Saturday, October 28 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Holy Innocents Episcopal Church Lahaina, Maui

Our five senses are a powerful, biblically based way for us to encounter God, not only as a spiritual practice, but also in the messy splendor of everyday life. The spirituality of St. Ignatius of Loyola will help us recognize and reflect on God’s presence and goodness in the physical world.

“Come into My Heart in My Daily Life, Lord Jesus” An Advent Mini-Retreat

with Maxine Pollock Scrub Bucket Gospel Ministries Saturday, December 9 8:00 am – noon Continental breakfast and snacks Registration $25

As we approach the season of Advent, we remember that the word Advent comes from the Latin meaning 'coming.” Our churches use words like, 'wait, prepare, expect.” Our communities use words like 'buy, buy, buy,' and we are caught between them.

Our prayer for this mini-retreat becomes, COME INTO MY HEART IN MY EVERYDAY LIFE LORD JESUS. Help me to be empty so you can be born in me again. Make my 'inn' ready for you. Amen.

Back by popular request, Maxine Pollock will offer this Advent mini-retreat. Maxine is a certified spiritual director and founder of Scrub Bucket Gospel Ministries with more than 25 years in Christian ministry. She leads retreats and seminars throughout the islands and the West Coast, bringing the message of God’s love to his people.

Phyllis M. Maxine P. Pat T.

Pilgrimages *Molokai & Kalaupapa Pilgrimage

Sacred Halawa Valley- the Solatorio family are descendants of 50 generations who first settled the valley around 650.

Experience firsthand, places and stories of people who embody the history, culture, and the spirit of Molokai.

Siloama Protestant Church, Kalawao

*Pilgrimage to be scheduled when 8 refundable

deposits of $150 are received. Pilgrimage begins &

ends at Molokai Airport. Cost inclusive of deluxe accommodations (vacation home), meals, service fees,

local transportation, gratuities. 5 days/4 nites $1,500 (subject to change).

Kalaupapa Service Retreat in Cooperation with Kalaupapa National Historical Park and Molokai Museum and Cultural Center

*Spring 2018, 5 days/4 nites *Dates TBD by The National Park Service Come for a deeply meaningful experience as we do our part to preserve Kalaupapa National Historical Park. Depending upon park needs, we will clear vegetation, tend cemeteries and lawns, paint historical buildings, and/or clean. Our days will be spent with Miki`ala, National Park Service Interpretive Guide, who will supervise our volunteer service as she shares the tragic, unjust, and inspiring history of Kalaupapa, its people, their culture, and the `aina.

In the evenings we’ll reflect on how our volunteer experience informs our spiritual life and Christian witness. We’ll draw upon the spirituality of St. Ignatius of Loyola to nurture our life with God as we pursue our activities and vocation in the world. We’ll have our awareness expanded to experience God’s presence and grace in all things.

Retreatants must be physically able to perform service work six hours a day for the time we’ll be in residence.

Accommodations are

simple. We pack in our provisions and cook for ourselves.

Kalaupapa Peninsula

St. Damien grave

Preparing to clean vegetation around park pavilion

ReSource Library and Prayer Room

The ReSource Room offers a quiet place to be in prayer or reading. You’ll find resources on theology, spirituality, biographies, Christian living, stages of life, devotionals, and sacred texts. Check out books on the honor system.

Suite B Usually Mon-Sat 8 am-4 pm Call Phyllis (647-4346) or Beth (245-3796) the first time you’d like to use the room.

ReSource for Christian Spirituality is good for the soul. We’re an ecumenical ministry of St. Michael’s, and we need your help to keep it vibrant and available to spiritual seekers, not only from Kauai, but also from other islands, the mainland, and around the globe.

We welcome your loving hands of service: ___Refreshments for Malcolm Miner Memorial Lecture ___Greeters ___Cooking for retreats ___Office skills to prepare materials and maintain data ___Technical skills in graphics, videography, or social media ___Truck for hauling camp gear ___Help plan ReSource experiences We welcome your financial support: Just make your check payable to ReSource for Christian Spirituality and mail to St. Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church, 4364 Hardy St., Lihue, HI 96766