Church: First Church Hawaii/HNL

Passion for Serving

With over 22 years as Hawaii District Superintendent, Richard K. McGriffin brings unwavering dedication to the apostolic ministry. His heart for service is rooted in cultivating spiritual growth and fostering unity among Hawaii’s diverse communities. He delights in equipping emerging leaders and nurturing a vibrant, faith-filled atmosphere where individuals encounter the transformative power of God.

Background

Since August 2002, Richard and his wife, JoAnn, have shepherded First Church Hawaii in Honolulu. Their ministry in the islands began in 1992 at Calvary UPC, followed by assistant pastor roles at New Life UPC under Rex Robertson until 1996. After serving as UPCI missionaries in Austria and Germany, they returned to Hawaii in 2001 and assumed leadership of both the church and the district the following year.

Mission Statement

“Our purpose is to strengthen every church through intentional discipleship, empower ministers to lead with boldness and compassion, and extend God’s kingdom across the Hawaiian Islands by proclaiming the gospel of Jesus Christ. We are committed to building a bridge between today’s apostolic leaders and the next generation God is raising up.”

Contact

For information about the district ministry, please reach out to Richard at: bishop@1stchurchhi.org