Kahalu'u Ward Message 10/5/25

Kahaluu Bishop
Oct 4
4 min read

Dear Kahalu’u Ward,

As we enjoy General Conference weekend, we are once again privileged to hear from chosen servants of the Lord who serve as his holy mouthpiece, sharing testimony and instruction for us in our day. No matter where we are in life, the Spirit can touch us through their messages in ways that you can know and feel with a sense of clarity that our Savior, Jesus Christ, knows you and loves you. We can find messages of healing, hope, or clear direction, among many other reassurances.

I always used to look forward to hearing from our prophet, Russell M. Nelson. I will miss his wisdom and his love that he so dearly expressed. When I was a young missionary in the Provo MTC, I was able to listen to 3 apostles. Richard G. Scott, Henry B. Eyring, and Russell M. Nelson. After each one spoke, my companion and I used to rush up after the meeting to try to get a handshake from them. I remember having the chance to make my way to Elder Nelson, and when I shook his hand, he looked in my eyes, and I will never forget his warm smile and piercing blue eyes. It was a feeling that stunned me and I specifically remember telling my companion that it was as if he was looking into my soul. He turned and said the same thing back. What a moment to never forget.

I've found in my life that there are very few talks that have stuck in my head forever. The words spoken of by Elder Nelson that day, have remained with me to this day. This amazing apostle who would one day be our beloved prophet, testified to all of the missionaries in the MTC, that he knew like Peter, James, and John knew, that Jesus Christ lives. That he is real. Allow that to sink in and marvel at the depth of what that means. I'm sure he spoke more to that, but I can't remember those other parts as well. His powerful testimony, strengthened mine that day and ever since. At the time, I was just a young impressionable missionary looking for ways to know of my own if this was all true. 30 years later, and I can truly testify that I know that the gospel of Jesus Christ, and our church that bears His name, is true. That there is a God who knows me. Who has blessed and protected me throughout my life as I have tried to do my best in keeping my covenants. May we all enjoy this October General Conference and find messages that increase our faith and love for the Lord, love for our families, and love for our fellow man.

With Love,

Bishop Tano

Sacrament Schedule & Program

Oct 5, Sunday 6 am, 10 am - Oct 2025 General Conference Sessions: CLICK HERE

Announcements

Tithing Settlement AppointmentsSign Up: CLICK HERECome to the Savior Concert & Open House

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Primary Choir - children ages 8-11yrs - Rehearsals 2x/mo on Sundays 5p-5:45p, stake center.

Oct 18, 26

Nov. 9,16

Youth Choir - youth 12-18yrs - Rehearsals Sundays 5p-6p, stake center.

Oct 26

Nov 2

Nov 9

Nov 16

Relief Society/All Stake Choir - adults 18+yrs - Rehearsals Sundays, 6-7p stake center

Oct 12 - Women

Oct 19 - Men

Oct 26, Nov 2, 9, 16 - Combined

Oct 4, Saturday 6 am, 10 am, 2 pm - Oct 2025 General Conference Sessions
Oct 5, Sunday 6 am, 10 am - Oct 2025 General Conference Sessions
Oct 8, Wednesday 6:30 pm - Valiant Activities (Boys) @ Kaneohe Stake Center
Oct 8, Wednesday 6:30 pm - Youth Night @ Kaneohe Stake Center
Oct 8, Wednesday 6 - 8 pm - Temple & Family History Center @ Kaneohe Stake Center
Oct 10, Friday 5:30 pm - Primary Presentation Practice @ Kaneohe Stake Center
Oct 12, Sunday 11 am - Sacrament Meeting (Primary Presentation) @ Kaneohe Stake Center
Oct 15, Wednesday 6:30 pm - Valiant Activities (Girls/Boys) @ Kaneohe Stake Center
Oct 15, Wednesday 6:30 pm - Youth Night @ Kaneohe Stake Center
Oct 16, Thursday 6:30 pm - Ward Temple Night @ Laie Temple
Oct 15, Wednesday 6:30 pm - Temple & Family History Night @ Kaneohe Stake Center
Oct 19, Sunday 11 am - Sacrament Meeting @ Kaneohe Stake Center
Oct 19, Sunday 1 pm - Youth Council @ Bishop’s Office
Oct 19, Sunday 2 pm - Missionary Prep Class @ Kaneohe Stake Center

WARD ANNUAL EVENTS

Oct 12, Sunday - Sacrament Primary Presentation

Oct 24, Friday - Ward Halloween Party (EQ/RS in charge)

Nov 12, RS Closing Social

Dec 13, Saturday - Ward Christmas Party (YM/YW in charge)

Missionary Meals: Calendar needs attention please. Elder Hirshi & Elder Cannon need meals and visits! Please sign up to meet with the Elders using this MEAL CALENDAR, or call them at (808) 379-8012.