Mele Kalikimaka, Kahalu'u Ward Ohana! As we celebrate this sacred season, we remember the greatest gift ever given—our Savior, Jesus Christ. His birth brought light into the world and hope to every heart. Kahaluu Ward sets a great ministering example throughout the Kaneohe Stake, and the Savior's life was one of perfect ministering—reaching out to the one, lifting the weary, and blessing all who crossed His path. This Christmas season, let us continue to follow His example by

President Thomas S. Monson 2012 Christmas Devotional Christmas is Love The Christmas season, with its special meaning and beauty, often prompts a tear, inspires a renewed commitment to God, and provides—borrowing the words from the lovely song “Calvary”—“rest to the weary and peace to the soul.” Finding the real joy of Christmas comes not in the hurrying and the scurrying to get more done, nor is it found in the purchasing of gifts. We find real joy when we make the Savior

Aloha Kahalu'u Ward, Today’s sacrament program will be led by the youth, which inspired me to reflect on my experience in the program. It made me realize how grateful I am to have grown up in such a strong group. I recently finished the program but am now back helping out as a leader. I’ve also been attending the YSA ward, and after talking to some of my new friends, I started to realize how lucky I am to have been part of such a large group. It never occurred to me that as a

Aloha Kahalu'u Ward, We are the missionaries assigned to your ward. The Book of Mormon has been described as the most correct book of any on Earth. We're promised that as we read it and live by its teachings, then we will draw nearer to God than by any other book. As we put forth a sincere effort each day to understand what God would have us do, we can find those answers in the Book of Mormon. We love the Book of Mormon and have seen how it changes people to be more a more j

Aloha everyone, I wanted to share a short talk from our Prophet, President Dallin H. Oaks, that really resonated with me this past week as I was considering the needs in our community. It’s called “Helping the Poor and Distressed,”  from the October 2022 General Conference.  President Oaks’s talk is a powerful reminder that our duty to help others is a core part of our faith. We have a   covenantal obligation to care for   the poor and distressed which is not optional; and th

Aloha everyone, A few weeks ago President Candari asked President Nitahara and myself to present on ministering at the training session of stake conference and since then I've had some time to really reflect on this past year and the many sweet moments and efforts of ministering we've been able to see and feel from all of you. I thought about the quiet ways you’ve each ministered — the small text that arrived at just the right time, the meal dropped off without anyone asking,

The last time I bore my testimony in sacrament, I talked about two young men who had once been part of our youth program years ago in a previous ward. After returning home from their missions, both were recently married, and one had just become a new father. While sitting with them at a party, I overheard them say that their missions were “the best two years” of their lives in front their new wives. Later, I kindly pulled one of them aside and reminded him that while I’m sure

During my life I have experienced the calling of a new prophet 6 times.  I can remember growing up with Spencer W. Kimball was our prophet and I remember where my family was living when he passed away.  He had a distinct gravely voice, and wasn't a very large man, but I always felt there was something about him that was important, especially when we got to listen to him in general conference twice a year.   When President Kimball passed away I remember learning about our new

Aloha Kahalu’u Ward!! Upon gathering my thoughts for this weeks ward message, I’m still in high spirits from last weeks General...

Dear Kahalu’u Ward,      As we enjoy General Conference weekend, we are once again privileged to hear from chosen servants of the Lord...

Aloha Kahalu’u Ward, As most of you know, our beloved Prophet, President Russel M. Nelson, has passed away. Throughout my life, I can...

Dear Kahalu'u Family, When I think about sisterhood, I think about our recent youth retreat to Maui. We had so many adventures...

Dear Kahaluu Family, Greetings and Salutations… Now that the hot summer months are behind us, we can look forward to our ward Primary...

Aloha Kahalu’u Ward! Change can be hard but God requires it. And since it’s required, he makes it possible.  Trust in the Lord and keep...

Aloha Kahalu’u Ward! Our next stake conference is coming up on 1-2 November, and the theme is "Come to the Savior—He knows you, He loves...

Aloha ward family! Greater Love in Our Homes “I would like to see greater love in our homes. … You parents who are fathers and mothers of...

Aloha ward family! I wanted to share a short-ish story that inspired my message  for this week. Over the past few years I’ve struggled...

Aloha, everyone! We are the full-time missionaries from the Kahalu'u Ward. We're grateful for this opportunity to share a brief message...

In almost every one of his weekly emails, Elder Fano includes a spiritual thought. Last month, my nephew shared how a Sister asked the...

In almost every one of his weekly emails, Elder Fano includes a spiritual thought. Last month, my nephew shared how a Sister asked the...

“Living Waters and Leaky Faucets” A few weeks ago, I noticed that our bathroom sink was running. I went to turn it off, but the water...

Strength to Serve—Why Our Physical Health Matters Aloha Kahalu'u Ward Ohana! In church, we often speak about the importance of spiritual...

Dear Kahalu'u Ward,  Last month I was visiting my parents back in the mainland and had a chance to speak in their sacrament meeting. Man,...

Dear Kahalu'u Ward,  The principle of forgiving has an underlying healing power that is often overlooked or not always thought of. A life...