The Anglican Church in Hawai‘i: Formally established in Honolulu on November 30, 1862. On December 14, 1862, Anglican services first came to Maui and were conducted in Lahaina by ,The Right Reverend Thomas Nettleship Staley the first Bishop of Honolulu. Bishop Staley used the Book of Common Prayer as translated by King Kamehameha IV.
Holy Innocents Episcopal Church active in the community.
November 15, 2012
LOUISE ROCKETT , Lahaina News
Save | Post a comment | LAHAINA - Although a small congregation, Holy Innocents Episcopal Church in Lahaina has served our West Side community in a large way.
On Sunday, Nov. 25, it will celebrate the Feast Day of the Holy Sovereigns, King Kamehameha IV and Queen Emma, and 150 years of ministry in Lahaina.
Rev. William J. Albinger is the rector of the parish.
Article PhotosThe original Holy Innocents’ Church was built in 1872.
"There will be a 3 p.m. special service. We have invited the Royal Societies, because we are an historic church. The Episcopal Church is the only church that the kings and queens had invited to Hawaii. We have connections with the royal traditions," he said.
Community leader and retired Lahainaluna High School English teacher Penny Wakida is a devoted Holy Innocents parishioner.
On and off, for over 25 years, she has served on the church vestry.
Founding member of the Lahainaluna High School Archive Committee, Wakida considered it her charge to preserve the church's rich history.
"I did an inventory of the safe, and I organized the filing cabinets. There were written bits and pieces, and I put it all in one place," she explained.
"We have record books in there that go back to 1873, like baptisms. There are historic names in those registries," she added.
"One of the founding lay people of the parish was Henry Dickenson Sr.," Father Bill said. Dickenson was district magistrate in 1869.
"For a short time, there were no priests, and he led the morning services as a lay person," Wakida noted.
"Lani Hanchett was the first Native Hawaiian ordained a priest," Albinger added.
He served as the rector at Holy Innocents from 1952 to 1959 and went on "to become the first bishop when Hawaii became a stand-alone diocese."
The church was not always located at 561 Front St.
The first service in Lahaina was conducted by Right Rev. Thomas Nettleship Staley at Hale Aloha on Dec. 14, 1862.
"From there, we went to a ship chandlery's office on Canal Street; met and had services there. Then they built the church on the corner of Prison and Front. In 1917, they did a land swap," Albinger continued.
"The present building was built in 1927 and expanded in '59."
The strength of the church, however, is not in its structure. It's embodied by its congregation.
"I treasure the history and the spirit of this church... the principles that come with it and the people," Wakida affirmed.
Holy Innocents' has an open door policy.
"Historically, I think it has always been an opening, welcoming congregation to everyone. It has embraced the whole community," Father Bill commented.
"I think we have six 12-step meetings that meet on this property. (We're) the oldest AA meeting in Lahaina - we've been here for years," the parish rector added.
Monthly PFLAG (Parents, Families & Friends of Lesbians and Gays) chapter meetings are held at the parish.
"The Free Church of Tonga, they worship here in the afternoons on Sundays and Wednesday nights," Albinger added.
"I think the biggest sin is that you have a building that is used for only two hours a week," he remarked.
Education is an integral part of the Holy Innocents experience.
In the archives, an unknown author penned: "The premises of Messrs. Bolles and Co. (a ship's chandlery) were leased (on the site of the present King Kamehameha III School) to use as church and boy's school Luaehu School.
"In 1865, the Sisters of the Devonport Society of the Most Holy Trinity came and started a girl's school."
HIPS (Holy Innocents' Preschool) opened its doors in the Parish Hall in 1974.
"We have sponsored that now for 37 years. I do chapel with them once a week - three and four years old - and, to me it is like payday," Father Bill said.
Holy Innocents was one of the founding parishes for FACE (Faith Action for Community Equity) three years ago.
"Father Bill was a real strong mover and shaker in the foundation of this organization," Wakida said.
The congregation is also involved in secular activities.
"We have been effective with Roz Baker, and Angus McKelvey has been very helpful," he said.
"We are able to get through the mortgage foreclosure legislation that saves a lot of homes here," Father Bill added.
Other issues of importance to the Holy Innocents community include immigration reform, affordable housing and better jobs.
"We have investment banker prices and hospitality industry wages. If we want to keep our kids here, we have to have decent jobs for them," he said.
In response to its parishioners, a 5:30 p.m. service was recently added to its Sunday worship schedule.
"They have reached out to us; it was parents that came and said, 'We got soccer, we got football, we got little league. All of this stuff happens on Sunday morning. Everybody is busy, busy, busy,' " he explained.
"We do a service at 5:30 on Sunday afternoon. Because everybody's winding down, I said one-half hour. Keep it short. Make the sermons understandable to the young people. It's a gathering for some prayers, read the lessons, a short sermon One Sunday a month, we do a potluck," Father Bill commented.
Over the years, Father Bill concluded, "The world has changed, and we've changed with it."
November 15, 2012
LOUISE ROCKETT , Lahaina News
Save | Post a comment | LAHAINA - Although a small congregation, Holy Innocents Episcopal Church in Lahaina has served our West Side community in a large way.
On Sunday, Nov. 25, it will celebrate the Feast Day of the Holy Sovereigns, King Kamehameha IV and Queen Emma, and 150 years of ministry in Lahaina.
Rev. William J. Albinger is the rector of the parish.
Article PhotosThe original Holy Innocents’ Church was built in 1872.
"There will be a 3 p.m. special service. We have invited the Royal Societies, because we are an historic church. The Episcopal Church is the only church that the kings and queens had invited to Hawaii. We have connections with the royal traditions," he said.
Community leader and retired Lahainaluna High School English teacher Penny Wakida is a devoted Holy Innocents parishioner.
On and off, for over 25 years, she has served on the church vestry.
Founding member of the Lahainaluna High School Archive Committee, Wakida considered it her charge to preserve the church's rich history.
"I did an inventory of the safe, and I organized the filing cabinets. There were written bits and pieces, and I put it all in one place," she explained.
"We have record books in there that go back to 1873, like baptisms. There are historic names in those registries," she added.
"One of the founding lay people of the parish was Henry Dickenson Sr.," Father Bill said. Dickenson was district magistrate in 1869.
"For a short time, there were no priests, and he led the morning services as a lay person," Wakida noted.
"Lani Hanchett was the first Native Hawaiian ordained a priest," Albinger added.
He served as the rector at Holy Innocents from 1952 to 1959 and went on "to become the first bishop when Hawaii became a stand-alone diocese."
The church was not always located at 561 Front St.
The first service in Lahaina was conducted by Right Rev. Thomas Nettleship Staley at Hale Aloha on Dec. 14, 1862.
"From there, we went to a ship chandlery's office on Canal Street; met and had services there. Then they built the church on the corner of Prison and Front. In 1917, they did a land swap," Albinger continued.
"The present building was built in 1927 and expanded in '59."
The strength of the church, however, is not in its structure. It's embodied by its congregation.
"I treasure the history and the spirit of this church... the principles that come with it and the people," Wakida affirmed.
Holy Innocents' has an open door policy.
"Historically, I think it has always been an opening, welcoming congregation to everyone. It has embraced the whole community," Father Bill commented.
"I think we have six 12-step meetings that meet on this property. (We're) the oldest AA meeting in Lahaina - we've been here for years," the parish rector added.
Monthly PFLAG (Parents, Families & Friends of Lesbians and Gays) chapter meetings are held at the parish.
"The Free Church of Tonga, they worship here in the afternoons on Sundays and Wednesday nights," Albinger added.
"I think the biggest sin is that you have a building that is used for only two hours a week," he remarked.
Education is an integral part of the Holy Innocents experience.
In the archives, an unknown author penned: "The premises of Messrs. Bolles and Co. (a ship's chandlery) were leased (on the site of the present King Kamehameha III School) to use as church and boy's school Luaehu School.
"In 1865, the Sisters of the Devonport Society of the Most Holy Trinity came and started a girl's school."
HIPS (Holy Innocents' Preschool) opened its doors in the Parish Hall in 1974.
"We have sponsored that now for 37 years. I do chapel with them once a week - three and four years old - and, to me it is like payday," Father Bill said.
Holy Innocents was one of the founding parishes for FACE (Faith Action for Community Equity) three years ago.
"Father Bill was a real strong mover and shaker in the foundation of this organization," Wakida said.
The congregation is also involved in secular activities.
"We have been effective with Roz Baker, and Angus McKelvey has been very helpful," he said.
"We are able to get through the mortgage foreclosure legislation that saves a lot of homes here," Father Bill added.
Other issues of importance to the Holy Innocents community include immigration reform, affordable housing and better jobs.
"We have investment banker prices and hospitality industry wages. If we want to keep our kids here, we have to have decent jobs for them," he said.
In response to its parishioners, a 5:30 p.m. service was recently added to its Sunday worship schedule.
"They have reached out to us; it was parents that came and said, 'We got soccer, we got football, we got little league. All of this stuff happens on Sunday morning. Everybody is busy, busy, busy,' " he explained.
"We do a service at 5:30 on Sunday afternoon. Because everybody's winding down, I said one-half hour. Keep it short. Make the sermons understandable to the young people. It's a gathering for some prayers, read the lessons, a short sermon One Sunday a month, we do a potluck," Father Bill commented.
Over the years, Father Bill concluded, "The world has changed, and we've changed with it."
Sunday, January 22, 2012
Aloha and Peace Be With You (Lahaina, HI)- “Oke aloha o ka Haku e mau ana me ‘ouku.”
The proper response is “And also with you.”
Holy Innocents Church provided a worship experience which was exceedingly familiar but in many ways completely different from any other I have had.
Praying in Hawaii's native tongue in concert with English was moving, and the setting was simultaneously soothing and uplifting. We congregated in open air with a gentle breeze lifting the scent of nearby flowering shrubs into the worship space.
There was an organist playing traditional hymns, but no choir. When he played the intro to the opening song, “I Danced in the Morning,” I tentatively sang the first few words; but the little church, which was about 2/3rds full, just exploded with sound. The people were singing, singing well, in full voice. I remember thinking “Wow. This congregation is really devoted to its music ministry. Who needs a choir?” The commitment to song continued throughout the service. It actually brought tears to my eyes.
Then at the offertory, the priest said “Normally, I would ask our visitors to stand and tell us we’re they’re from, but there are so many of you I think it would take too long.” He asked for a show of hands from people who hailed from the west coast, the Midwest, the South, and the east coast. I watched people raise their hands and did the math. There were only about ten people in the church who were members. I overheard one of them say, “Communion’s going to take a while.” It did. In fact, the organist added an unplanned hymn to fill time, “Let Us Break Bread Together.” The congregation took it on, without music or hymnals, in full voice. It was just so beautiful.
Another thing I noticed was father Bill Abinger’s footwear. Sandals, flip-flops maybe. Later, he would tell me “don’t call them flip-flops, for Heaven’s sake. They’re ‘slippahs.’” Okay. He takes his “slippahs” off when he’s at the altar to honor the Hawaiian tradition of removing your shoes in your home.
I wasn’t prepared to pray for King Kamehameah IV or Mother Maryanne of Moloka’I, either, in the spot where usually (depending on where you are) you mention Pope Benedict or the Archbishop of Canterbury. God bless the King (and Queen Emma, too).
Madonna and Child have a different look, too. The image was painted in 1940 by New York artist Delos Blackmar. A Lahaina mother and her infant daughter posed for the piece.
Panels on the altar portray the Hawaiian staffs of life and symbolize the body and blood of Christ.
Panels on the pulpit depict rare or extinct native birds, left to right: ‘apapane, ‘ou‘ou, ‘i‘iwi, mamo, and ‘o‘o. They symbolize God's word winging forth from the Christian pulpit.
The stained glass is much more traditional. The triptych portrays the baptism, crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
I was tingling as I realized that all of these people from disparate points on the mainland made a decision to come together in this lovely space to follow the command E ho ‘omaka’I aku kakou I kakou Haku Akua “Let us give thanks to the Lord Our God.” I’m so glad I went. And so, on Sunday from Maui, I’ll say it one more time: Oke aloha o ka Haku e mau ana me ‘ouku. May The Lord be with you
Aloha and Peace Be With You (Lahaina, HI)- “Oke aloha o ka Haku e mau ana me ‘ouku.”
The proper response is “And also with you.”
Holy Innocents Church provided a worship experience which was exceedingly familiar but in many ways completely different from any other I have had.
Praying in Hawaii's native tongue in concert with English was moving, and the setting was simultaneously soothing and uplifting. We congregated in open air with a gentle breeze lifting the scent of nearby flowering shrubs into the worship space.
There was an organist playing traditional hymns, but no choir. When he played the intro to the opening song, “I Danced in the Morning,” I tentatively sang the first few words; but the little church, which was about 2/3rds full, just exploded with sound. The people were singing, singing well, in full voice. I remember thinking “Wow. This congregation is really devoted to its music ministry. Who needs a choir?” The commitment to song continued throughout the service. It actually brought tears to my eyes.
Then at the offertory, the priest said “Normally, I would ask our visitors to stand and tell us we’re they’re from, but there are so many of you I think it would take too long.” He asked for a show of hands from people who hailed from the west coast, the Midwest, the South, and the east coast. I watched people raise their hands and did the math. There were only about ten people in the church who were members. I overheard one of them say, “Communion’s going to take a while.” It did. In fact, the organist added an unplanned hymn to fill time, “Let Us Break Bread Together.” The congregation took it on, without music or hymnals, in full voice. It was just so beautiful.
Another thing I noticed was father Bill Abinger’s footwear. Sandals, flip-flops maybe. Later, he would tell me “don’t call them flip-flops, for Heaven’s sake. They’re ‘slippahs.’” Okay. He takes his “slippahs” off when he’s at the altar to honor the Hawaiian tradition of removing your shoes in your home.
I wasn’t prepared to pray for King Kamehameah IV or Mother Maryanne of Moloka’I, either, in the spot where usually (depending on where you are) you mention Pope Benedict or the Archbishop of Canterbury. God bless the King (and Queen Emma, too).
Madonna and Child have a different look, too. The image was painted in 1940 by New York artist Delos Blackmar. A Lahaina mother and her infant daughter posed for the piece.
Panels on the altar portray the Hawaiian staffs of life and symbolize the body and blood of Christ.
Panels on the pulpit depict rare or extinct native birds, left to right: ‘apapane, ‘ou‘ou, ‘i‘iwi, mamo, and ‘o‘o. They symbolize God's word winging forth from the Christian pulpit.
The stained glass is much more traditional. The triptych portrays the baptism, crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
I was tingling as I realized that all of these people from disparate points on the mainland made a decision to come together in this lovely space to follow the command E ho ‘omaka’I aku kakou I kakou Haku Akua “Let us give thanks to the Lord Our God.” I’m so glad I went. And so, on Sunday from Maui, I’ll say it one more time: Oke aloha o ka Haku e mau ana me ‘ouku. May The Lord be with you
Charming neighborhood shrine
I'm not really a church goer, but was on a long walk and saw the door to this small church was open. It was a cool peaceful haven from some of the over-development of Lahaina. The original paintings inside and the stained glass is charming. Absolutely lovely
I'm not really a church goer, but was on a long walk and saw the door to this small church was open. It was a cool peaceful haven from some of the over-development of Lahaina. The original paintings inside and the stained glass is charming. Absolutely lovely
An oasis of serenity on busy Front Street in Lahaina
The site of the original church, founded by missionaries in 1862, was across the street and moved to its present location (once the home of King Kamehameha I's daughter, in 1909. Note the Hawaiian scenes on the altar and the Hawaiian Madonna on the panel under the stained glass windows.
Enchanting church
Not far from the famous banyan tree and courthouse square, a peek inside this unique church is worthwhile. It is very open air, with sides having lauhala curtains for weather protection. It is classic church architecture, with an attractive sanctuary and traditional altar, a nave with nice wooden pews. Be sure to take a look at the historical photos on the back wall, sit and enjoy a moment of calm.
Still the most welcoming place in Maui.
Many years ago when we stayed at Lahaina Shores, we started going to Holy I. We found it to be the most welcoming on the Valley Isle.
This review covers our visit earlier this month (May 2019). Rev. Amy Crowe, Holy I's priest welcomed us back warmly. The members of the parish make us feel like we are part of their family when we are there.
The building and property itself is of historical significance, in addition to being a comforting house of worship. That includes the artwork on and around the altar.
Outstanding
Beautiful and serene. We took time to attend a Sunday
service, and were pleased with the warm, friendly welcome
we received, and the pastor and helpers provided a good
experience. The doors are often open for anyone to come
in and sit for awhile, which is rare with negative things that
have been happening to churches lately.
The site of the original church, founded by missionaries in 1862, was across the street and moved to its present location (once the home of King Kamehameha I's daughter, in 1909. Note the Hawaiian scenes on the altar and the Hawaiian Madonna on the panel under the stained glass windows.
Enchanting church
Not far from the famous banyan tree and courthouse square, a peek inside this unique church is worthwhile. It is very open air, with sides having lauhala curtains for weather protection. It is classic church architecture, with an attractive sanctuary and traditional altar, a nave with nice wooden pews. Be sure to take a look at the historical photos on the back wall, sit and enjoy a moment of calm.
Still the most welcoming place in Maui.
Many years ago when we stayed at Lahaina Shores, we started going to Holy I. We found it to be the most welcoming on the Valley Isle.
This review covers our visit earlier this month (May 2019). Rev. Amy Crowe, Holy I's priest welcomed us back warmly. The members of the parish make us feel like we are part of their family when we are there.
The building and property itself is of historical significance, in addition to being a comforting house of worship. That includes the artwork on and around the altar.
Outstanding
Beautiful and serene. We took time to attend a Sunday
service, and were pleased with the warm, friendly welcome
we received, and the pastor and helpers provided a good
experience. The doors are often open for anyone to come
in and sit for awhile, which is rare with negative things that
have been happening to churches lately.
We attended a wedding here at Holy Innocents' Episcopal Church in Lahaina, Maui. Very beautiful church built in the early 1900s. I learned that the original church gave its first service in 1862. Check out the murals and stained glass windows. The grounds actually front the ocean and gave a great view of of the sunset.
Reverend Amy Crowe presided over the ceremony and she was awesome. She also happens to be the vicar, overseeing the church. Reverend Amy is under 40 and a rising star, hip to younger audiences but still locked in with the concept of ohana that is the foundation of our local culture. I can see that she is going to do great things with her congregation.
Holy Innocents' is definitely worth checking out for weddings or worship. I'm confident they can take care of both very well
Reverend Amy Crowe presided over the ceremony and she was awesome. She also happens to be the vicar, overseeing the church. Reverend Amy is under 40 and a rising star, hip to younger audiences but still locked in with the concept of ohana that is the foundation of our local culture. I can see that she is going to do great things with her congregation.
Holy Innocents' is definitely worth checking out for weddings or worship. I'm confident they can take care of both very well
Art Work in the Sanctuary:
Created in 1940 by New York artist Delos Blackmar in gratitude for the Church's hospitality.
The paintings depict important elements of Hawaiian life
Panels on the pulpit depict rare or extinct native birds, left to right: ‘apapane, ‘ou‘ou, ‘i‘iwi, mamo, and ‘o‘o.
They symbolize God's word winging forth from the Christian pulpit.
They symbolize God's word winging forth from the Christian pulpit.
Breadfruit, fish and taro – panels on the altar portray the Hawaiian staffs of life and symbolize the body and blood of Christ.
Painting framing the Church entrance features a hala tree and ti plants, both useful and sacred to the Hawaiians. A Hawaiian rainbow arches over them, symbolizing God’s blessings.
Stained Glass Windows
Behind the altar – a memorial to early parishioner and community leader Henry Dickenson, Sr. The windows are all that remain from the former church across Front Street. The triptych portrays the baptism, crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Behind the altar – a memorial to early parishioner and community leader Henry Dickenson, Sr. The windows are all that remain from the former church across Front Street. The triptych portrays the baptism, crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Behind the side altar – dedicated to the memory of long-time parishioner Marion Wright and designed and created by Kula artist Rik Fitch in 1999 Fitch incorporated Marion’s favorite flower, the plumeria, into the design. The window was funded by the Marion Wright Memorial Fund.
Woodworking:
The Choir pews and kneelers are made from kamani wood.
The Altar, pulpit and altar rail are made from koa wood.
The Choir pews and kneelers are made from kamani wood.
The Altar, pulpit and altar rail are made from koa wood.
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Hawaiian Madonna and Child – above the altar. A Lahaina mother and her infant daughter posed for the artist. The red ginger symbolizes royalty.