Kumejima is a small island in the Okinawa chain, where evangelical Christianity remains a minority faith alongside Buddhism and local traditional beliefs. The Protestant presence there is carried notably by the Calvary Chapel movement, which began in Costa Mesa, California, and emphasizes teaching the Bible book by book, from Genesis to Revelation, in the conviction that it is the Holy Spirit who grows the church and each of its members.
This page covers 久米島希望が丘キリスト教会 (Kumejima Kibo ga Oka Christian Church), located at 字山城790-59 (901-3111), led by Pastor Chihiro Kinoshita. Sunday worship runs from 10:30 am local time until noon, followed by an afternoon study session from 2:30 to 4:00 pm; the church also holds a Tuesday evening prayer meeting and a Thursday evening Bible study, plus a program called Amazing Grace broadcast on local FM Kumejima radio. A kids church welcomes children of elementary school age and younger during the service, and a selection of sermons is available on its YouTube channel, with a link to the original video for the full message.
Before making the trip, it is best to confirm service times directly with the church, especially around holidays or during typhoon season, which regularly affects Okinawa. Given the size of the island, calling or writing ahead is helpful if you do not speak Japanese; visitors passing through, whether believers or simply curious, are generally made welcome.
Evangelical churches we cover in Kumejima
Frequently asked questions
How many evangelical churches are listed in Kumejima?
As of now, Efficient Church lists one evangelical church in Kumejima: 久米島希望が丘キリスト教会, part of the Calvary Chapel movement.
Do you need to be a believer to attend a service?
No. Evangelical services are open to everyone, believers or not, and visitors passing through the island are generally welcomed warmly, even if they do not speak Japanese.
Can I listen to the sermons without visiting in person?
Yes, the church posts a selection of its sermons on its YouTube channel, with a link to the full video for anyone who wants to hear the entire message.