John Endriss is the President of the Hawaii Pacific Baptist Convention, HPBC Interim Executive Director/Treasurer, and pastor of Engage Church in Hilo on Hawaii Island.
Pastor John Endriss (after 20 years and four children) is still happily married to his college bride Jennifer. Their children are Anavah, Clara, Kaliyah, and Stephen. John and Jennifer have done foster care in their home for several years, and have a passion to see healthy families fulfill their important God-given purpose. John also has a calling to reach college students and young people. He has been on the UH Hilo campus for 20+ years, helping them through one of the most crucial times of life and pointing them to Christ. In his spare time, he enjoys playing guitar, traveling and outdoor adventures, including snorkeling in the Pacific Ocean and spearing innocent fish to put on the table for his family.