During these chaotic and divisive times our nation is enduring, Bishop Robert Fitzpatrick shares an important message reminding us of our responsibilities as Christians to recognize in ourselves and others, the Virtues that Scripture tells us to heed. Click HERE or on his image to view the video message now.

For those who missed the Peace & Justice Service that the Bishop led on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Honolulu, you can now watch it in its entirety HERE.

Bishop's Visitation: A Weekend of Grace at St. James'

The annual Week of Prayer for Christian Unity is an ecumenical week of worship and education coordinated by the World Council of Churches, of which The Episcopal Church is a founding member. This year's Week of Prayer ran from January 18-25, and the theme was "There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to the one hope of your calling" (Ephesians 4:4).

During the Week of Prayer, a Taizé prayer service was held on Wednesday, January 21, at the Holy Spirit Parish/Newman Center on the University of Hawai'i Manoa Campus. Religious leaders from around Hawai'i came together including our Bishop (pictured in the red and white chasuble), Bishop Larry Silva from the Roman Catholic Diocese of Honolulu, Lutheran Church, and others. Joining the Bishop from our Diocese were the Rev. Ruth Peterson (pictured fifth from left) and the Rev. Frank Condello II (at far right). (Photo contributed by JP Sabbithi)

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The Diocese's annual Clergy Retreat took place at Camp Mokulē'ia, January 26-28, 2026, with "Body, Mind & Spirit" as its theme. Although the main guest speaker couldn't make it due to flight delays, participants still enjoyed sessions involving Centering Prayer, Tai Chi, meditation practices, and walking the labyrinth. Of course the Camp itself offers more than enough activities to rejuvenate and enjoy!

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On Thursday, January 29, 2026, the historic commemoration of Queen Lili'uokalani as a Saint in the Episcopal Church, took place at Mauna ‘Ala, the Royal Mausoleum in Honolulu. The event was organized by the Rev. Dr. Kaleo Patterson, Vicar of St. Stephen's Episcopal Church, that brought together clergy, Royal and Civic societies and community leaders from around the State. Click HERE to view video news coverage of the event from Hawaii News Now.

Carolyn Morinishi from All Saints' Episcopal Church on Kaua'i was also in attendance. "I was so honored to be present and to bring and present several lei as ho‘okupu from All Saints’," said Carolyn. Click HERE to read her article about the event that appeared in the All Saints' e-news. We've included contributed photos and material from the Rev. Hau’oli Tomoso, the Venerable Steve Costa, and the Rev. Dr. Kaleo Patterson.

It’s Parochial Report Season!  Each year, every congregation in the Diocese submits its Parochial Report—a document that is far more than a statistical exercise. It is the Church’s official record of who we are, how we are growing or changing, and how faithfully we are stewarding the people entrusted to our care. At the heart of that report is a number that shapes nearly every aspect of our common life: the count of “communicants in good standing.”

The Standing Committee has observed a growing concern: some congregations are carrying communicant lists that have not been reviewed or culled for accuracy. While this may seem like a small administrative oversight, the consequences ripple outward in significant ways.

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You are cordially invited to participate in the Diocese of Hawai'i's Racial Reconciliation Ministry's training session where you will explore the Hōʻimi Pono Curriculum and learn how to present it effectively. This curriculum aims to enhance communication efforts to advance reconciliation work and serves as a foundational course for further development. During this engaging training, you will be immersed in a wealth of information and activities that highlight various aspects of the curriculum. It will provide an overview along with the materials and resources you need to implement the study with your congregation. We encourage clergy, and lay leaders interested in facilitating to schedule an essential training. A video on the meaning of Hoʻimi Pono may be viewed at HERE.

"...I hope – no, insist (this is something that I rarely have done as your bishop) – that every congregation engage Hōʻimi Pono. To help us – Episcopalians in Hawaiʻi – live in our responsibility to engage God’s mission in Hawai‘i, the Racial Reconciliation Task Force has prepared the Hōʻimi Pono (Seeking Righteousness) curriculum. This curriculum invites us to tell our individual stories within our context of a living host culture and the many cultures of people who now call these Islands home.” ~ Bishop Robert Fitzpatrick (2024 Diocesan Convention Address)

Hōʻimi Pono: The Racial Reconciliation Ministry of the Diocese of Hawaiʻi Members - The Rev. Deacon Lani Bowman, Mary Carpenter (Facilitator), Joseph Eppink (Curriculum Chair), Bea Fitzpatrick, Laura La Gassa, Tusi Mayer, Mary Sueoka

Holy Apostles Now Receiving Names for Full-time Priest-in-Charge/Rector

Church of the Holy Apostles in Hilo is now receiving names for a full-time Priest-in-Charge/Rector. Interested persons can visit the Diocesan website HERE for more information and to download the church profile. The deadline for receiving names is Tuesday, March 31, 2026.

Our annual Chrism Mass and Spring Training event at The Cathedral of St. Andrew is only a couple weeks away, and tomorrow, February 13, is the deadline to receive your lunch of choice when registering. Those registering after this date wll have limited options. The FINAL DEADLINE TO REGISTER IS FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 20.

This year's theme is "A Time of Discernment" as the people of the Diocese and all of God's people are facing crossroads. The opening plenary speaker will be the Right Rev. Carol Gallagher who has a long association with the Diocese as a teacher and preacher. The second plenary speaker will be the Rev. Anne Kitch, who has been serving as our consultant from the Presiding Bishop's Office during the search for our new bishop. There will be a third session that is currently being confirmed.

Registrants will also be able to attend an optional special post-Spring Training event thanks to the generosity of the Hawai'i Theater for Youth. Free admission for attendees will be available for a 4:00 p.m. performance of Pā Ka Makani in Tenney Theater. For more information and to register for Chrism Mass & Spring Training, visit the event webpage HERE or scan the QR code.

Lent Resources

Ash Wednesday and the start of Lent is a bit earlier this year starting on February 18. It's not too late to sign up for resources and daily devotions to guide you through this time of preparation and reflection. The buttons below will take you to sites including The Epsicopal Church's main resource site that includes a host of different offerings! We also include the annual Lent Madness challenge, a fun way to learn about The Episcopal Church’s Calendar of Saints in a game to determine "Who will win the Golden Halo?" Our very own Queen Emma almost won the title several years ago!

The St. Andrew's Schools annual fundraiser, the Queen Emma Ball, takes place on Friday, April 24, 2026. The event will be held "On the Square" where the school, The Cathedral of St. Andrew, and St. Peter's converge. With this year's event being Bishop Bob's final one before he "retires," he makes an appeal to the churches of the Diocese: "I need your help in making this a special Queen Emma Ball - Lūʻau on the Square. Please consider buying a table this year. I am thinking that congregations (or individuals) might want to go in together to fill a table." For more information, or to purchase tickets, make a donation, and to view a beautiful video about the school, visit their website HERE.

(Story and photos from the Trinity e-news and Facebook page) Folks at Trinity By-the-Sea Episcopal Church in Kihei, Maui, gathered in joyful celebration on Saturday, January 31, 2026, for the Renewal of Ministry of our new Vicar, the Reverend Amy Crowe. The service was held in our outdoor sanctuary where congregants, friends, and guests came together in a spirit of gratitude and hope to mark this important milestone in the life of our church.

We were honored by the presence of the Right Reverend Robert Fitzpatrick, Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Hawai'i, who officiated. Numerous clergy from across the Diocese and beyond also joined in the service, offering their prayers and support as Mother Amy was formally welcomed into her ministry with us. Following the service, all who attended were invited to a catered lunch, providing a wonderful opportunity for fellowship, conversation, and celebration. The day was filled with warmth, community, and thanksgiving, and we look forward with great anticipation to this new chapter of ministry with her.

Highlight: Cultivating Peace & Refuge, ACLU Community Iftar Dinner

The Episcopal Diocese of Hawai'i is an official sponsor of the ACLU's annual Community Iftar Dinner, taking place on Saturday, February 28, at Honpa Hongwanji Hawaii Betsuin. It will be an evening of reflection on how we can cultivate refuge, peace, and solidarity to build a true and lasting foundation of belonging across our communities.While the food is certainly a highlight, the true essence of the evening lies in its ability to pause and bring a community together for a shared moment of recalibration and reconnection.

The event is FREE, but attendance is limited to 200. For more information and to register, click HERE or on the flyer.

Buddhist monks visit Washington National Cathedral as their 2,300-mile journey ends

(02/11/26) The Buddhist monks whose Walk for Peace began on Oct. 26, 2025, in Fort Worth, Texas, and has drawn attention from people across the U.S., spent time at Washington National Cathedral in the District of Columbia on Feb. 10. READ MORE

The Episcopal Church Survey on Household and Relationship Diversity - All Episcopalians are invited to complete a 15- to 20-minute survey offered by the Task Force to Study Household and Relationship Diversity and designed to help the church better understand and support all its members. Participants are encouraged to learn more and complete the survey by March 1. CLICK HERE TO TAKE THE SURVEY NOW.

Registration is now open for the Asian, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Leadership Retreat taking place in Seattle, Washington, April 15-17, 2026. Based in the Episcopal Diocese of Olympia in cooperation with the Church’s Asiamerica Ministries, this retreat offers a sacred space for clergy and lay leaders of Asian, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander heritage to explore AANHPI history, worship together, and translate collective stories into advocacy for migrant communities.For more information and to register, click HERE.

Applications Open for 2026-2027 Episcopal Service Year for Young Adults - Young adults interested in a transformative outreach experience in the U.S. or abroad are encouraged to apply for unique opportunities with the Episcopal Service Corps (ESC) and Young Adult Service Corps (YASC). Apply online HERE.