09/16/2026
MISSIONS MOMENT:
WBMPI GOES TO WCCC
Because of WBMPI’s commitment to compassion and community, we hosted a special dinner in December for the women at the Women’s Community Correctional Center, funded by our Missions Budget. The following week, the WCCC women held a Christmas Hoike to say “thank you” to WBMPI. Melinda Ahn, Valrie Griffith, Darleen Perry, Lupe Tupua, and Rebecca Woodland were able to attend this evening program. The main yard area held spectacularly decorated tents with chairs set up in front of a stage. The WBMPI women were seated in the front row and given a hearty welcome when introduced. The mood during the program was full of excitement and engagement.
The show, put on by the WCCC residents, was made up of songs and dances with homemade costumes. Many Polynesian numbers were performed, as well as seasonal Christmas music. There was an obvious feeling of joy that emanated from the WCCC women, and support for the performers was shared all around. It was wonderful to see that it was a program full of praise for the birth of Jesus! The WCCC women celebrated the birth of Jesus and not the commercialized Christmas that so many of us in the regular community experience. We were touched by their faith, their loving community, and their contagious excitement. There were several shy participants, but everyone cheered them on and encouraged them! We were also very impressed with the relationship between the new and very first woman Warden, when the WCCC women, during the program, celebrated her birthday with song and lei. The WBMPI is looking forward to a continued relationship with the WCCC as we support these women as they grow in grace, wisdom, and commitment to wise living.
