Whether you’re looking to deepen your faith, make a positive impact, or find support during challenging times, our ministry programs are here to guide you on your journey. Join us in making a difference and growing in faith together.
Serving with Purpose
Impactful Education, Formation, & Ministries
“E kōkua mai iā mākou ‘ē ka Makua lani, e paulele i kou aloha, e lawe hana i kou kumuhana, ā e ho‘onani i kou inoa. Help us heavenly Father to know your love, serve your purpose and to praise your name.”
Hawaiian Translation from Book of Common PrayerKamehameha IV
Shared Ministry Partners
Parish Hall Tenants
- Wahiawa Health
- Keiki O Ka Aina
- Abundant Life
- Pacific Ministries
Formation
Hui Baibala
This is the basic study in the Revised Common Lectionary, and the seasons and theology of the church year, and the Gospel Lesson in particular, readings in the Hawaiian language, and the study of key hawaiian vocabulary and indigenous theology, is developed.
Confirmation
Is the second baptism in the Episcopal Church important for everyone. Classes held every year focused on Eastertide and Bishop’s schedule.
Baptism
Is the initiation rite into the christian church and family of God. Family Classes held every year for Baptism on the First Sunday of Epiphany and Easter Sunday.
Youth Education
Keiki Time
Keiki Time is a cherished and wholesome educational initiative that takes place every Sunday, welcoming children and youth from all walks of life. This exceptional program is an integral part of the St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, where community, faith, and learning converge to nurture young minds and spirits.
At its core, Keiki Time is a sanctuary of knowledge, inspiration, and friendship, providing a safe and welcoming environment for children and youth to grow, explore, and develop not only academically but also spiritually and emotionally.
A’ohe hana nui ke alu ‘ia
No task is too big when done together.
Includes Urban Honolulu
Central Oahu Food Outreach
COFO is a St. Stephen’s led collaborative of church and community partners at various sites, formed during the pandemic years which began in 2020. The collaborative has downside to post pandemic levels but currently continued to serve hundreds of households every month, over 5000 meals. The regularly scheduled drive thru and walk thru food outreach includes homeless, underemployed, families with limited resources, seniors, and farm worker families.
St. Stephen’s is a registered Hawaii Food Bank Agency and coordinates the COFO, and a daily Emergency Food Pantry, both in collaboration with church and community partners, with emphasis on promoting Food Security and Disaster Preparedness, and supporting local farmers and home and community gardening.
COFO is currently implementing a three year Central Oahu and Urban Honolulu Food Security and Disaster Preparedness education & training effort with support from the Roanridge Rural Development Fund.
For locations and times please call (808) 330-3769.
Re-entry Support
Prison Ministry
St. Stephen’s Prison Ministries began in 2015 and evolved into a Diocesan supported Prison Ministries project that is associated with the in-prisons Makahiki Season of Peace & Hui Baibala; and out of prisons Community Re-entry Support Group. The re-entry support of St. Stephens includes the Kapa Komo Re-entry Clothing and ‘Eke Kua Bac Pac Project.
Hawaii Justice & Reconciliation
The January 17th Hookuikahi – Reconciliation working group promotes and supports community and faith based activies related to the historic illegal overthrow of the Hawaiian Kingdom. Activities include the Queen Liliuokalani Peace March from Mauna Ala to Iolani Palace. The Queen Liliuokalani Hookuikahi Service held every Year in a Honolulu Historic Church; and other educational and ceremonial programs. Included collaborations with the Queen’s Court and Ka La Hui Hawaii; and the Pacific Justice and Reconciliation Center.
