Hawaii-Pacific

An initial list of Hawaii-Pacific Partnership projects for 2026 is available for your prayerful consideration! Click here to see the current list of opportunities. And, check back often as we will be adding new projects as they come in over the next few weeks! 

Baptists on Mission is in partnership with the Hawaii-Pacific Baptist Convention. Volunteers have been helping at the Puu Kahea Baptist Conference Center on the island of Oahu. The conference center is a major ministry resource for Hawaii Baptist congregations, training their members for ministry, and ministering to children and youth during the summer. Other requests from Hawaii congregations may include VBS, backyard Bible clubs, music, sports, construction, and more. The Hawaiian Islands have long been the "gateway" to the US for many coming from East Asia. Please be in prayer about how you and your church may assist in reaching Hawaii for Christ.

HIGHLIGHTED NEED: A team of 8-10 experienced in working with children is needed to conduct a three hour Vacation Bible School for elementary children during their Spring Break. The event will be from March 14-21, 2026. Will need those to lead in all aspects of VBS – Bible story, crafts, music, recreation, and snack. Team will need to provide VBS materials. Contact Mark Abernathy at 919-459-5607 or mabernathy@ncbaptist.org if you can put together a team to respond to this unique and exciting opportunity!

2026 HAWAII REQUESTS are here, and awaiting your response! Follow these steps:

1. Start by clicking here to see a printable .PDF of 2026 projects. Projects listed at the bottom of this page are for those who already have secured a project and are registering their team. 
2. Once you have reviewed the list, pray about which project(s) you might want to respond to.
3. Contact Mark Abernathy (mabernathy@ncbaptist.org ; 919-459-5607) to express interest and get contact information.
4. You will be put in direct contact with a requestor in the New England area to ask any and all questions.
5. If you and the requestor feel it is a good match, set a date with them for your team's service, and let Mark Abernathy know.
6. You will be sent instructions for securing the project (from the list below) on behalf of your team by registering as team leader.

Remember to check back from time to time as new projects will be added as they come in.

Serving at Pu'U Kahea CONFERENCE CENTER

Couples are needed year-round to be volunteer staff at Pu'u Kahea Conference Center, helping to maintain the facility. Work may include housekeeping, general maintenance and cleaning, landscaping,  laundry, and other duties as needed. Volunteers work 5 days and are off 2 days per week. Individuals may also be considered, depending on housing availability. Need those who are self-starters,  in good physical condition and able to put in full day’s work. Volunteers will need to provide their own transportation to Hawaii.  PKCC can provide a vehicle for local transportation for days off but volunteers are responsible for gas.  A studio efficiency apartment is provided for the couple’s lodging. Volunteers will need to provide their own meals as the camp does not currently offer food services. If you might be interested in serving in this manner, please contact Mark Abernathy at 919-459-5607 or mabernathy@ncbaptist.org. 

Larger teams - six or more - may also be needed to serve for one week at a time.

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