Ministry
Good Samaritan has a number of different ministries that serve the church and wider the community. Click on the links below to learn more about them and consider becoming a part of one or more of these wonderful ministries.
Discipleship
Formation & Education:
Regularly Scheduled Classes that include Acolyte Training.
Safe Church:
Learn about the different classes (required and optional) to help keep our children safe, and includes information and links to the Diocese of Hawaii's requirements for Safe Church Trainings. These include Safeguarding God's Children and Sexual Misconduct Prevention.
Episcopal Church Women
What is the Episcopal Church Women?
Episcopal Church Women (ECW) is a group of women from all around the nation, focused on empowering women to do Christ's work in the world. In 1902, the Episcopal churches in Hawaii joined a national group known as the Episcopal Women's Auxiliary. In 1985, Episcopal Women's Auxiliary's name changed to Episcopal Church Women. For more information about the history, please visit the "Our History" page of Episcopal Church Women's national website.
What does the Episcopal Church Women do?
In the Diocese of Hawai`i, the ECW is involved with a variety of ministries, including the on-going collection of Campbell Soup labels that are sent to St. Jude's Ranch in Boulder City, NV. St. Jude's Ranch then exchanges these labels for playground equipment and other items that are used for the children at the ranch.
Throughout the Diocese, women in different parishes have formed ECW groups, providing service in their communities and linking up with organizations such as Easter Seals, Habitat for Humanity, and government agencies to help the homeless and needy.
Episcopal Church Women is also the parent group for the major entities of:
United Thank Offering - They fill grants around the world when it comes to helping women and children. Many Hawai`i churches have been awarded a UTO grant over several years.
Church Periodical Club - They have sent textbooks to seminarians, filled grants with Bibles, the Book of Common Prayer, Hymnals and printed materials to various churches for many years. They also sponsor a "Miles of Pennies", an ongoing collection that funds a Children's Book Ministry.
Diocesan Altar Guild - They have been the leading Episcopal Church Women's action-group throughout the years. They keep the supply of altar linens available for all churches and supply vestments and stoles for all new Deacons and Priests.
Christian Social Relations - Two grant applicants are selected as ECW Specials through the CSR Committee by July 15 of each year and pledges are made by churches and individuals to these programs. These grants help to provide seed money for start-up ministries and also provide funds for the Bishop's Pastoral Fund.
Fellowship &
Recreation
Fellowship
Our members love to gather together for some great fellowship, ono (delicious) food and entertainment. Whether it's an annual meeting, special church occasion or worship observance, members hardly need an excuse to celebrate!
Recreation
There are many opportunities for members to get together outside of the church for some recreation and fun. Activities could include hiking, visits to historic sites or learning how to make kadomatsu (gate pine Japanese New Year’s decoration) ! Be sure to stay informed of upcoming gatherings and join us!
Outreach
Good Samaritan is involved in a number of outreach programs and opportunities. Come be a part of our efforts to support those in need not only in our community, but around the world.
Angel Network
Good Samaritan volunteers send cards and make phone calls to members and friends on our prayer list to let them know they are in our thoughts and prayers.
Episcopal Asiamerica Ministries (EAM)
Good Samaritan supports Asian seminarians in their studies.
Mahjong
Good Samaritan has Mahjong every Monday from 9:30am - 11:30am followed by lunch.
Japanese Dance Class
Offered monthly, see announcement.
Crafting Class
Offered every Thursday 9:30am - 11:30am, followed by lunch.
Worship Ministry
At Good Samaritan Episcopal Church, you are invited to be apart of our exciting mission work, service to community, support and service to the Church and some exciting, dynamic and fun constructive leisure activities for yourself.
Join other young people serving others, their Church and themselves for the Glory of God!
Join Us!
If you would like to serve or what you would like to do is not on the list, contact the youth leader Chris Omuro.
If you are an adult and want to help with the Young people programs at Good Samaritan.
Youth Programs
Acolytes
Acolytes are those who light the altar candle(s) and participate in the procession. Several of our youth are acolytes.
Altar Guild
The altar guild is comprised of parishioners dedicated to worshiping God by preparing and displaying the appropriate decorations and linens for each church season and service.
Eucharistic Ministers & Lectors
Lay Eucharistic Ministers (LEMs) and Lectors serve at Sunday services and as needed for special services.
Eucharistic Ministers assist the priest at communion with wine; Diocesan training is required.
Lectors may read the Old Testament, Psalm, Epistle, and assigned Scripture readings during the service.
Lectors
A lay Prayer Reader leads the Readings and Prayers of the People during the service.
Music
The music draws a focus to the Scriptures set by the Liturgical Calendar and as directed by the priest through topical sermons and themes. Our music strives to support an atmosphere which ushers in God's presence, invites reverence and renewal, offers praise and thanksgiving, and send Good Samaritan people out to share God's glory with others.
Flowers
The Floral Ministry prepares flowers for the Sunday services and arranges Easter lilies and Christmas poinsettias donated in memory of loved ones. Hawaii's tropical greens and flowers are bountiful throughout the year and members are very generous in donating these for arrangement on Sundays.
Interested?
If you are interested in any of the above, please contact Fr Hee.
