Brief History

Five Stones Church started in Nov. 2003 when Pastor Rich Kao and his family, after pastoring for 12 years in Minneapolis, MN sensed a call to the West Coast to plant a new church.  After weighing several key cities (LA, San Fran, Seattle, San Diego), they decided to move to Vancouver because of it’s incredible diversity, cosmopolitan mix, strong connection to Asia and God’s leading. With wife Memie, and four kids (Kimmie,16; Heidi, 14; Holly, 11; Matthew, 9), they made the move at the end of July 2003.

In Dec. 2005, the growing group found a new Sunday morning "home" in Douglas College (New Westminster) where the church currently meets for its weekend services.

Our Vision & Mission

We exist to lead people to become devoted followers of Jesus Christ.

A Word About Our Name

Our church name comes from the classic story about David & Goliath in I Samuel 17.   Armed with five smooth stones, David was able to secure a dramatic victory over the giant Goliath.  The number five signifies grace & government - power that comes from God and his kingdom at work on earth.   That's what 5 Stones Church is about - to glorify Him personally and corporately.