Aloha Brothers and Sisters,
As we welcome the month of November, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude for your continued faith, love, and service. Your quiet acts of kindness and devotion strengthen our wards, our families, and our community in beautiful ways.
This past October General Conference was truly memorable as we lovingly said aloha to our beloved Prophet, President Russell M. Nelson, and joyfully welcomed President Dallin H. Oaks as our new Prophet. We are deeply grateful for President Nelson’s years of inspired leadership and the pure love he shared with the world. As we move forward under President Oaks’ guidance, may we continue to follow the living prophet with faith and trust in the Lord’s direction.
Our theme for November is: Gratitude “Living in Thanksgiving Daily”
Scripture: Alma 37:37
Conference Talks:
President Thomas S. Monson, “The Divine Gift of Gratitude”
Elder David A. Bednar, “The Tender Mercies of the Lord”
May we each take time to recognize the tender mercies of the Lord in our daily lives and express gratitude not just in words, but in the way we live and love others.
Upcoming November Events
Stake YSA/Single Adult Thanksgiving Dinner: Thursday, November 14, 6:00–9:00 PM at the Stake Center
Stake Youth Fireside “Look into Christ”: Saturday, November 16, 6:00 PM at the Stake Center
Light The World Giving Machine Launch: Wednesday, November 20 at Pearlridge Mauka
Sign up to serve at: gmh2025.eventbrite.com
We also invite everyone to prepare spiritually for our upcoming Makakilo Stake Conference, December 13th - 14th (see flyer attached). Elder Jared Sparato, Area Authority, will preside. In preparation for the Stake Conference, Elder Sparato has us to prayerfully review the following talks.
“Jesus Christ and Your New Beginning” - Elder Patrick Kearon
“The Lord Jesus Will Come Again” - President Russell M. Nelson
As we approach the close of another year, let us seek out and recognize the Lord’s tender mercies all around us. May we live each day with gratitude in our hearts and thanksgiving in our actions.
Temple Recommend Renewal Interviews
The Stake Presidency will be doing Temple Recommend Renewal Interviews on a first come first serve basis during the following dates and times:
Sunday, November 9th, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Sunday, November 16th, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Sunday, November 23rd, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Sunday, November 30th, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
If you are unable to make any of the dates/times above, please contact Bro. Tyau (808.366.4960) or Bro. Nahinu (808.398.3621) to schedule an appointment
FamilySearch Center Hours (Makakilo Hawaii Stake Center)
Sunday: Closed
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Thursday: 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Friday: Closed
Saturday: Closed
For more information call or text: (808) 753-4959 or check out the FamilySearch website.
Stake Website and Social Media Links
Makakilo Stake Facebook Group (for stake members)
Christ Our Savior Facebook Page (available for all)
Makakilo Stake Instagram: @friendsofmakakilohawaiistake
Makakilo Stake Youth Instagram: @makakilostake_youth
Mālama pono,
President Brennen Owan
President Stewart Choi
President Nake’u Smith