Dear Pastor Ko and Sister Sharon,

We celebrate with you this truly extraordinary milestone—your 40th anniversary in ministry. For four decades, you have been guiding First Assembly of God with unwavering faith, wisdom, and love. Your tireless dedication to God’s work has touched countless lives and inspired us all.

From the very beginning, you have embodied the heart of a shepherd, leading with compassion and grace. Through every joy and sorrow, you have stood by us, offering comfort, guidance, and hope.

Your ministry has been a testament to the power of love in action. Whether through your outreach programs, personal counseling, or simply being a listening ear, you have shown us what it means to live a life of service. Your commitment to spreading God’s love has left an indelible mark on our hearts.

As you celebrate this incredible milestone, look forward to the future with hope and excitement. We know that God has even greater plans for you and your ministry. May He continue to bless you with strength, wisdom, and joy as you lead us into the next chapter.

Thank you, Pastor Ko and Sharon, for your 40 years of faithful and fruitful service. We are deeply grateful for your steadfast dedication. Your legacy of love, faith, and dedication will continue to inspire us for years to come. We are blessed to have you as a spiritual leader and friend. God bless you. We love you!

The Miller family, Ken and Dottie Miller, Drew, Ashley and Abby

Pastor Klayton and Sister Sharon,
Our family would like to congratulate both of you for your incredible service to the community, and church where we belong.
Thank you for being such a good Pastor and great example to all of us especially in serving God and fellowmen.
Thank you for your powerful sermons, prayers and support for us that keep us spiritually strong
In serving and worshipping God too.
Again, congratulation’s and may the Lord bless you exceedingly as you continue to do the work He has entrusted in your heart.

Love,
Emmanuel and Evangelyn

Dear Pastor Ko & Sister Sharon,

Makoto and I moved to Hawaii in the summer of 2000, when Jo had just turned three. We started attending FAOG because Joyce Kitano told us to  Then, in September 2013, Marcie Green retired – exactly 11 years ago. How quickly time has flown! I didn’t realize how busy our church really is until I began working for you. As a regular attendee, you don’t fully see all the behind-the-scenes efforts of the staff until you become one! I’ve only had the privilege of serving as staff for 11 years, but you’ve been in ministry for 40 years! That’s truly remarkable, and you definitely deserve a celebration! And Sister Sharon, you are the woman behind the great Godly man Pastor Ko has become. I deeply admire your devotion as a true praying woman. It has been an honor serving alongside both of you. God certainly had a plan in moving us from Japan to Hawaii. FAOG has become our family.

Love, Makoto, Megumi, Jo, Hana, Ken

Dear Pastor Ko and Sister Sharon,
Congratulations on your remarkable milestone of 40/30/10 years in ministry. Your leadership, faithfulness and love for Jesus has inspired us and our lives have been transformed. We are so blessed by you both and appreciate you so much. Thank you for all your prayers and encouragement as always.
May God continue to bless you and your family throughout the years to come!
Love,
Bernard and Ronelia Layugan

Many have voiced how grateful they are for your leadership, grace and love. I, too, share how from your young age have progressed the Kingdom of God by your teachings/character, transparency and accessibility, and the heartfelt piano playing of Sister Ko (I’m much older to call her Mama). also remember clanging the water glass at your and Sister Ko’s wedding.

Dear Pastor Ko and Sharon

Congratulations on your fourty years in ministry. Steve and I are very blessed to serve under both of you. I became a new Christian under the college aged ministry,Charisma, that you and Sharon led. The young adults were on fire and I grew tremendously in my walk with the Lord. Charisma transitioned to Island Christian Singles (18-35 years) in the years ahead. Steve and I met in ICS and worked closely together. Eventually we married and soon after we were leading the Young Adult Sunday School class together. I will always remember the advice that you gave me as a new Christian in my twenties. I was very nervous to get involved with the ministry because I had a heavy schedule working for my father’s company. You told me if I take a small step of faith to help, God will help me with the other areas of my life. That was so true. I was able to accomplish more in the other areas and have more time to serve him in ministry. Before Steve and I were married we had a full week of serving almost every day. After we got married, nothing changed because we were still serving throughout the week. Not only have Steve and I been blessed but our children also. Our children were part of the youth ministry growing up. They remember the fun times and especially the summer camps. Now they help in the Kids Church Ministry and Praise & Worship. Five of them are young adults and they get to be involved in the Young Adult Ministry. We are grateful to be serving under your ministry in which we are always challenged to grow in our walk with the Lord.

With Much Love and Aloha

Steve, Dana, Joy, Jonathan, Jade, Joshua, Jennifer, James and Jessica Christiansen

Dear Pastor Ko,

On behalf of Corpuz Ohana, we extend our heartfelt congratulations on your remarkable journey of 40 years in ministry. Your unwavering dedication to serving the Lord and His people is truly inspiring.

Your 30 years as a senior pastor have been marked by wisdom, compassion, and steadfast leadership. You have guided our church through times of joy and challenge, always pointing us towards Christ and His teachings. Your sermons have touched countless lives, and your pastoral care has been a source of comfort and strength for so many.

Furthermore, your decade of service as district superintendent has had a profound impact beyond our local church. Your vision and guidance have strengthened our district, fostering unity and growth among our churches. Your ability to mentor other pastors and leaders has multiplied your influence, touching lives far beyond what you might imagine.

Pastor Ko, your life exemplifies the qualities described in Ephesians 6:6-7. You have served not with “eye-service” as a people-pleaser, but as a true bondservant of Christ, doing the will of God from the heart. Your service has consistently been rendered with good will, as to the Lord and not to man.

We are deeply grateful for your years of faithful service, your spiritual leadership, and the example you’ve set for all of us. May God continue to bless you and your ministry in the years to come.

With sincere appreciation and admiration,

Pastor Mel Corpuz and Family

Dearest Pastor and Sister Ko,

Look what the Lord has done through your hearts and hands!!

We are so thankful for both of you (and your amazing children and beautiful grandchildren)!
We count it a joy and a privilege that we’ve had you in our lives for decades.
Your leadership, faithfulness and love for Jesus has sharpened, inspired and encouraged us through the years.
Our respect and gratitude runs deep and wide for both of you.

Your lives model this verse…

1 Corinthians 15:58
“Therefore, my dear brothers and sisters, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain.”

With oceans of LOVE,

Tony, Dawn and the Harp Ohana

Thank you Pastor Ko and Sister Ko for your tremendous leadership and love for the family of God. You both exemplify true servanthood, and your humility speaks volumes. Thank you for teaching us nothing but the truth of God’s word, and providing so many resources for us to grow in our walk with the Lord. Thank you for encouraging us, holding us accountable, and prioritizing prayer. I am so blessed by you both and appreciate you so much! May the Lord bless you both as you continue to lead us according to His will.

Congratulations ps Ko and Sister Ko may our Heavenly Father still found favor upon you guys ministry. And give you guys more strength for the work that God had called you guys for. We love and support you guys.