WOMEN’S GROUPS

Welcome to our Women's Groups—a supportive space for women to connect, share, and grow together. We encourage you to explore our small group options and join a community where you can build meaningful relationships and find encouragement.

  • Motherhood Group With Ashley Barhite

    Motherhood community while learning how to discipline our kids well!
    • Fridays | 9 am
    Children are welcome
    Text (720) 937-2294 for more information

  • Senior Women's Bible Study With Judi Mellon

    Women Encouraging Women
    Bible study & fellowship centered on book “Awe of God” by John Bevere.

    • Every other Tuesday from 10am-12pm
    Where: Mellon's residence

    Text Judi at (808) 315-3878 for home address & directions

  • Women's Brunch Bible Study With Shinobu Carmichael

    Every Tuesday | 10 am-12 pm
    At Pastor Shinobu’s House
    Contact: shinobu@arise.church or (808) 443-3563

  • Women's Bible Study - Daughters of the King

    • Lead by Rachel Chantavong

    Women who love Jesus and want to grow in their relationship with him. We fellowship together, read together, and support one another as sisters in Christ.

    - Meet at downtown Starbucks
    - 7-8:30 am • No children
    For more information, get in touch with Rachel at (808) 497-5748

  • Women Encouraging Women Bible Study With Judi Mellon

    Bible study & fellowship centered on book “Awe of God” by John Bevere.

    • Every other Wednesday at 6:30 pm
    Where: Mellon's residence

    Text Judi at (808) 315-3878 for home address & directions

  • Wednesday Morning Prayer With Arise Church

    Start your day grounded and inspired with an hour of prayer, reflection, and connection in a supportive women’s community. Whether it’s before the kids wake up, before work, or just a moment for yourself, this is the perfect way to set your intentions and fill your heart for the day ahead. Come as you are, and leave feeling renewed, encouraged, and uplifted!

    • Every Wednesday 5:00-6:00 am
    • At the Arise Church Office - 458 Ponahawai St, Hilo, HI 96720

  • Hula With Joan Umehara

    • Every other Wednesday at 6 pm

    This small group focuses on hula, fellowship, and building meaningful connections.

    Kumu (instructor): Joyce Diama-Kuniyoshi

    Contact Joan at joan.umehara@gmail.com for information on location.

  • Team Joy With Pat Kawachi

    • Mondays (11 am-12 pm) • 1st & 3rd Monday
    Starts: February 2 & February 16
    Spring Break in April 2026 • resumes May 4, 2026

    - Keaau McDonald’s • 16-565 Old Volcano Road, Keaau, HI 96749

    Small Group Focus:
    • Book of Proverbs: Proverbs – Real Wisdom for Real Life
    • By Kathleen B. Nielson & Rachel Jones
    • Discussing practical wisdom for everyday life