Makanalani Blog

As the posters say, reading is fundamental. This is why we at Makanalani are pleased to let you know about the Hawaiia State Public Libraries’ Be a Reading Hero Summer Program. Here’s the details: Readers of all ages are invited to participate in the 2015 Hawaii State Public Library System (HSPLS) Summer Reading Programs from […]

  A recent story about teenager Zack Clements continues the discussion of near death experiences. Begin without a pulse for 20 minutes & then waking up surely must be considered a miracle. Read more about this young man’s testimony here. Texas high school football player claims he met Jesus

Water sports are pretty much a given on Kauai, and canoes hold a special place here. They are part of the history & cultural heritage of the island, as well as being great exercise & just a lot of plain good wholesome fun. So, for all your paddlers out there, or if you just enjoy

Join Kaua’i Surfrider, Kaua’i Sierra Club and BRAD Foundation for a fun and important beach cleanup this Saturday, May 23rd at 9am. We will be meeting at Kealia life guard tower, look for signs. We will supply gloves, bags, tools, water, Java Kai coffee, Anahola Granola Bars and other assorted refreshments. Wear a hat and

From our friends at the National Tropical Botanical garden in Poipu. Sounds like a fun event! If you have not yet visited this garden, it is indeed an amazing place & the perfect setting to appreciate God’s delightful creation.  Garden Movie Showing sets stage for new release The dinosaurs will be back at the National

A glorious Sunday to you all! My the peace & joy of Christ be with you. And adding to that joy is the ability to laugh at ourselves. Ned Flanders of the Simpson’s TV show has often been the source of gentle humor, while always being steadfast in his belief. He’s a great opportunity for

Just a few photos from the Young Life Camp we had this Spring. These camps are so fun, we just had to share!

Death is all around us. We lose loved ones. We know that our own death is imminent — for everyone it is only a matter of time. Of course, for Christians, death is not the end, but only a new beginning. It is a message so powerful that it has conquered the world & given

Our friends at North Shore Christian Church offer ministries for children & youth, among others. They also have fun Airsoft games! Learn more about their ministries here.

We all make a difference the best way we can. Sometimes the actions are small, but that does not mean they are not appreciated. A vacationing businessman was walking along a beach when he saw a young boy. Along the shore were many starfish that had been washed up by the tide and were sure