In the Episcopal tradition, sainthood is based on the entire life witness of an individual rather than verified miracles. Commemoration acknowledges how a life pointed toward God and can inspire faithful living. Hawaiian figures like King Kamehameha IV, Queen Emma, and Queen Liliʻuokalani are remembered for leadership grounded in Native Hawaiian values such as aloha (compassionate love) and pono (justice), particularly in the context of resisting foreign pressure and the overthrow of the Hawaiian Kingdom. While Anglican sainthood is decentralized among provinces, the stories of the Hawaiian saints are entering a global conversation due to their relevance to themes like indigenous sovereignty and resistance. These figures embody a faith that integrates justice, culture, and dignity, offering a model for the global church.
