The Episcopal Church in the Hawaiian Islands, Guam & Saipan | October 14, 2026

CONVENTION 58 IS HERE!

Last minute reminders & updates

Although online registration has closed, folks are still able to attend all Convention 58 events by registering at the door. Just be sure to allow extra time to check in, especially if it's a paid event. Here are some last minute general reminders and updates:

For those with mobility issues, there will be a golf cart available to take you around the campus. When you arrive, call (808) 846-6696.
Wear a light sweater or jacket for Seto Hall events (it can get chilly).
Bring a beverage container - Coffee and water will be readily available.
WATCH A HELPFUL CHECK-IN VIDEO HERE!

Event specific updates are listed under their sections. Although not in chronological order, we place the Annual Meeting first since it has very important information and reminders! All other events are listed in order beginning with Friday and ending on Sunday.

Saturday, October 17, 8:45 AM - 4:00 PM

'Iolani School, Seto Hall

This is Bishop Bob's final Annual Meeting as President of the Convention, as he transitions Bishop-elect Libby Berman into the position. IMPORTANT REMINDERS:

SPECIAL MEETING HIGHLIGHT:

Nominations from the Floor - During the Annual Meeting of Convention, additional nominations for any election may be offered by any delegate or voting clergy. The person nominated need not be a member of the Convention or even present. Self-nominations are acceptable. If a person is being nominated from the floor, please ensure the person knows and has accepted nomination. Once the person has been nominated, the printed name of the nominee should be immediately given to the Secretary.
Resolutions from the Floor - Remember that the Rules of Order were amended at the Annual Meeting of Convention last year. The requirements to present any resolution a week before (including the day of) the Annual Meeting were changed to the following:

“NO petition, memorial, and resolution will be accepted after seven (7) calendar days prior to the convening of the Convention except by unanimous consent of the Convention or declaration of emergency by the President of Convention. Such petitions, memorials, and resolutions must be submitted in writing and electronically delivered to the Secretary of Convention, and hard copies of such petitions, memorials, and resolutions must be printed and distributed by the proposer to all voting members on the floor of Convention.”

Credentials closes promptly at 8:30 AM – if you will be or even think you MIGHT be late, please call or text (808) 846-6696 no later than 8:15 AM to let us know what time you expect to arrive. Failure to arrive on time without notice could cause you to lose your ability to vote.
All convention documents are posted on the Convention 58 webpage HERE. Be sure to review them before the meeting!
Voting is done electronically on a tablet, laptop or smartphone, so plan accordingly and stay charged up! Instructions on how to vote using Election Runner, can be found on the bottom of the Convention webpage HERE.
Watch the Convention 58 check-in video HERE for some useful information.
Cost to attend is $70 and includes lunch.

Friday, October 16, 9:00 AM - 2:45 PM

'Iolani School, Seto Hall

We are delighted to have two very special guest speakers leading the plenary sessions. They are our Convention Chaplain, Franciscan Brother Clark Berge from the Society of Saint Francis, and Dr. Jenny TePaa Daniel, renown visionary, scholar, teacher, public theologian and global leader within the worldwide Anglican Communion. Cost is $40 and includes lunch.

CONVENTION EUCHARIST

with BISHOP'S CROSS PRESENTATION

Friday, October 16, 3:00 PM

'Iolani School, St. Alban's Chapel

The official Opening Eucharist of Convention 58 will begin at 3:00 PM in St. Alban's Chapel. During the service, the Bishop will present his Bishop's Cross awards. In a letter to the diocese dated September 24, 2026, the Bishop stated: Since becoming Bishop of Hawai‘i in 2006, it has been my practice to present the “Bishop’s Cross” to those who have shown extraordinary service to the Church.

Recipients are: Mr. Trip Lynch, Ms. Sybil Nishioka, Ms. Nancy Rowe, Ms. Sheryl Seaman, Mr. Charles "Chuck" Spence, Mr. Wayne Yoshigai.

There is no cost to attend this event but please register so we can prepare accordingly. Clergy to vest with red or palaka stoles.

KA HA‘ALELE ‘ANA FAREWELL EVENT FOR BISHOP BOB

Friday, October 16, 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM

'Iolani School, Arrillaga Student Center, Tsai Dining Hall

We say mahalo and aloha to Bishop Bob during a very special Ka Ha‘alele ‘Ana farewell reception with special entertainment and a full program. The menu will feature all of Bishop Bob's favorite foods that include a full Hawaiian buffet, plus kim chee and cake donuts! Tickets are required. Cost is $30. There will be no entry without proper "ticket" in place.

Sunday, October 18, 5:30 PM

The Cathedral of St. Andrew

Bishop Robert Fitzpatrick announced his selection of Honorary Canons, to be named at The Cathedral of St. Andrew during a special evensong, on Sunday, October 18, 2026. In a letter to the Diocese, the Bishop stated: To be given the title of Honorary Canon, acknowledges special service to the Cathedral, the Diocese, the Episcopal Church, and/or the Anglican Communion.

The Honorary Canons being named are: The Rev. Randolph Albano, Mr. Stuart Ching, Ms. Rae Costa, The Rev. Robert "Moki" Hino, Mr. Ryan Kusumoto, Mr. Roth Puahala; International recipients: Mr. Floyd Lalwet, Ms. Jenny TePaa Daniel, Mr. Fe'iloakitau Kaho Tevi

This special event is open to the public and there is no fee to attend.