Kamehameha Schools has created a series of Hawaiian-focused devotionals for the season of Lent, to honor the deep Christian faith of KS founder Princess Bernice Pauahi Pākī Bishop. The devotionals were designed to be used by students, staffers and others to celebrate the coming of Easter.
He ʻoiaʻiʻo nō, ʻo ke Keiki nō kēia a ke Akua! Truly, this is the Son of God!
This week, Kahu Manu Naeole KSK’96 and Keōuakupuapāikalaninui Kaono Green KSK’24 acknowledge life’s struggles and how God can strengthen us when things seem out of control.
Leaning on the words of Matthew, we learn to keep the faith and know that in any state – weak or strong – God is there no matter what. Seek and you will find, knock and He will answer.
The Lord is my shepherd, I will not be in need. He lets me lie down in green pastures, He leads me beside quiet waters, He restores my soul. He guides me in the paths of righteousness for the sake of His name.
As we pause on the 3rd Sunday of Lent, let us reflect on the love of God that has been poured out into our hearts. For it is this love that gives us hope and perseverance to overcome obstacles and strengthen our growth in Him.
KS Hawaiʻi Kahu Kaunaloa Boshard KSK’77 and senior Sarah Schubert share their offering of praise to Ke Akua during Lent.
Kamehameha Schools Maui Campus Kahu Kalani Wong KSK’74 and haumāna Alyssa Mateo KSM’24 remind us as we begin Lent’s 40-days of reflection to commit to the big things that build and strengthen our pilina with Ke Akua.
In sharing the many definitions of aloha, KS Maui Kahu Kahu Kalani Wong KSK’74 reminds us to consider all the dimensions of the word so that we are in the best position to demonstrate the fullness of love.
KS Hawaiʻi Kahu Kaunaloa Boshard KSK’77 recalls of the close and righteous relationship between Ke Aliʻi Bernice Pauahi Bishop and her older cousin Ke Aliʻi Ruth Keʻelikōlani, whom we also remember during Mahina ‘Ōlelo Hawaiʻi as being a staunch advocate of our language, Hawaiian cultural beliefs and way of life.
In recognition of Mahina ‘Ōlelo Hawaiʻi devotionals this month are in both ‘ōlelo Hawaiʻi and English. This week, KS Maui Kumu Kūlia Foster prompts readers to explore and challenge themselves to find the hidden treasures of the Lordʻs love for all of us through his gift of our own ʻōlelo.
In leaning on the words of Jeremiah 10:23-24, KS Kapālama Kahu Manu Naeʻole KSK’96 reminds us that as we pray for outward things to manifest themselves in our lives, we should also pray the honest prayer for God to change us on the inside.
KS Maui Kahu Kahu Kalani Wong KSK’74 reminds us that as we continue to march forward in 2023 and are faced with an abundance of choices, to always choose life for we will be better positioned to give life to others and spread the love of Ke Akua.
As we move forward in the new year, KS Kapālama Kahu Manu Naeʻole KSK’96 reminds us that as we change our habits for the better, may we also move forward in making changes for the glory of the God who already knows us.
Kamehameha Schools Kapālama Keiki Kahu Emma Akana KSK ’23 and Worship Leader Rodney Arias KSK’90 remind us that God’s light and presence is there to guide us when we feel lost, to bring us hope when we are weary and to bring us joy when we are fearful.
Keiki Kahu Siddalee Amaral KSH’23 and KS Hawai‘i Kahu Waihona Keikilani Meyer lean on the words of John to remind us that we are able to love others because ke Akua loves us.
For more than 20 years now, the Rev. Kalani Wong has served the haumāna, kumu, staff and ʻohana of KS Maui as its kahu, shepherding the ʻAʻapueo flock through life’s blessings and challenges. KS Maui’s 27th Founder’s Day will be the last time Wong presides over the affair.
KS Hawai‘i Kahu Kaunaloa Boshard KSK’77 and Keiki Kahu Cheyenne Sato KSH’23 lean on the words of Isaiah to share the true meaning of Christmas.
KS Maui junior Mālie Vickers and KSM Kahu Kahu Kalani Wong KSK’74 reassure us that we can always lean on our Heavenly Father for protection, love, peace and hope.
In sharing the words of Philippians 1:27-30, KS Maui Kahu Kahu Kalani Wong KSK’74 reminds us that in some cases good may also come with the bad, but by staying united, we will find strength in those around us and continue to live proper lives as one.
In leaning on the words of Romans 5:2-5, KS Maui Kahu Kalani Wong KSK’74 reminds us that in times of despair, it is hope that gives the weak a reprieve, enables life to begin, and brings about great expectations.
KS Kapālama Kahu Manu Naeʻole KSK’96 shares the moʻolelo from the Old Testament, the Ships of Tarshish, and asks us to reflect on the gifts and functions Ke Akua has given us that need reformation power.
Just as Ke Aliʻi Pauahi provided guidance and counsel to those who sought her wisdom, KS Maui Kahu Kahu Kalani Wong KSK’74 shares that we all have the opportunity to turn to Ke Akua who will help lead us to the right source and down a righteous path.
In leaning on the words of Isaiah 6:9-10, KS Kapālama Kahu Manu Naeʻole KSK’96 reminds us that no matter where we find ourselves, especially if perception and reality are not matching, always continue to do good and declare to Ke Akua, “Here I am!”
After dwelling on his decade-old grill finally calling it quits, KS Maui Kahu Kalani Wong KSK’74 is reminded of the sacrifice by Christ so that we all experience an abundant life and shares the importance of relying on His word and purpose instead of only on worldly possessions.
In leaning on the words of 1 Corinthians 15:10, KS Kapālama Kahu Manu Naeʻole KSK’96 reminds us to stop all the ways we try to anchor down our expectations for Ke Akua made us well and thus his grace is sufficient.
When the time comes where we grow tired of living in our old ways and set out to look for a newness of life, KS Maui Kahu Kalani Wong reminds us to follow Ke Akua’s lead and we’ll find love, grace and mercy.
KS Hawaiʻi Kahu Kaunaloa Boshard KSK’77 and KS Hawaiʻi Christian Educator Shonnie Calina liken the Word of God to that of a mākāhā in a loko iʻa. Just as mākāhā help to maintain the delicate balance of a loko iʻa’s ecosystem, we must look at the Word of God to aide in letting the positive and intentionally good thoughts to flourish while helping to filter negative thoughts out.
KS Maui Kahu Kalani Wong KSK’74 reminds us to look to ke Akua in excitement and open our eyes in prayerful expectation so that we see all the wonderful glories that are contained in His word.