A small wooden church with a cross on its roof stands in the foreground against a dramatic, colorful sky.

The historic Star of the Sea Painted Church in Kalapana has long been a beloved symbol of faith, resilience, and community heritage in Lower Puna.Built in the late 1920s, this treasured church has survived generations of change, including being lovingly moved by community members to protect it from advancing lava flows. Its beautiful hand-painted interior, sacred artwork, and historic statues tell stories that cannot be replaced.Sadly, the church recently suffered extensive vandalism, damaging irreplaceable artwork, religious statues, and other parts of this cherished historic landmark.Now our community is coming together to help restore and protect this special place.Red Road Resilience Network is honored to coordinate this fundraising effort in support of the Kalapana ʻohana who have lovingly cared for and protected the church for generations.Your donation will help support the careful restoration of damaged artwork, historic features, and necessary church repairs.Every contribution, large or small, helps preserve this treasured place for future generations.All proceeds, less a small processing fee, will be directed to the church’s caretakers for costs associated with historic artwork restoration and related repairs.Mahalo nui loa for helping our community care for its history, honor its heritage, and restore this beautiful piece of Kalapana’s heart.Together, we can help the Painted Church shine again.

Red Road Resilience Network

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