Sabbath Bulletin - May 9, 2026: You Are Closer Than You Think

By Maui Kahului Seventh Day Adventist Church

Thank you for joining us this Sabbath! We extend a heartfelt "Aloha & Happy Sabbath," to all our members, visitors, & guests. We are thrilled to have you with us today this Sabbath.

A woman, when she is in labor, has sorrow because her hour has come; but as soon as she has given birth to the child, she no longer remembers the anguish, for joy that a human being has been born into the world.
John 16:21 NKJV

Thought of the Day

Just as a mother’s pain brings new life, our struggles in Christ are never wasted. In every trial, God is working quietly, preparing something greater than we can see. When the pressure feels strongest and the road feels hardest, remember this simple truth: You are closer than you think. Because after the pain, God brings life, hope, and new beginnings.

Divine Worship Service

Meditation: “All the Glory Belongs to Jesus”

Joy in Worship:Hymn No. 694 (First Stanza) “Praise God from Whom All Blessings”

Call to Worship: Pastor Vassili Khrapov

Hymn of Praise: Hymn No. 652 “Love at Home”

Prayer of Supplication: Elder Jonathan Baker

Our Gifts to Him: Elder Michael Luwalhati

Keiki Story: Mahaulu’s

Lambs offering will go towards Vacation Bible School

His Word in my Heart: Elder Jonathan Baker

A woman, when she is in labor, has sorrow because her hour has come; but as soon as she has given birth to the child, she no longer remembers the anguish, for joy that a human being has been born into the world.
John 16:21 NKJV

His Word in Song: Lily Taufa

His Word: “You Are Closer Than You Think” - Pastor Vassili Khrapov

Hymn of Dedication: Hymn No. 214 “We Have This Hope”

Prayer of Dedication: Elder Michael Luwalhati

Announcements

KSDA Church Announcements

TODAY: May 9, 2026
Mother’s Day Potluck: Please join us after service to celebrate and honor all mothers, grandmothers, and mother figures. Thank you for your love, sacrifices, and prayers. Hope you feel blessed, appreciated, and loved today!

Eric Cremer’s Funeral Service: Sunday, May 17 at 10 am here at the Church with luncheon to follow.

May 24: Pathfinder/Adventurer Investiture.

Camp Waianae: Summer Camp Registration Open! The theme for this year is “Rooted”. Adventurer Camp (age 6-9) June 21-26. Junior Camp (age 10-13) June 28-July 3. Teen Camp (age 14-17) July 5-10. Contact Chelsey or Michael if you are interested, or go to campwaianae.org.

Wednesdays: 6:00 PM Church & Zoom Prayer meeting led by Lily Taufa & Pastor Vassili Khrapov in person in the Multipurpose Hall & through Zoom. Meeting ID 836 6457 9663. Password 984480.

Bible Study: Join our Bible Study led by Pastor Vassili and Michael Luwalhati, every Saturday Morning at 9:30 AM in the Church.

Tithes & Offerings: Monthly Church Budget: $12,341.67. March actual offering $9681.48. Weekly loose offerings are used as follows: 80% church budget, 10% Hawaii Conference, 10% World Conference