WITNESS TO JESUS | NINETEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME Here is the prepared text of the homily delivered Aug. 11 at Sacred Hearts Mission Church, Kapalua, observing one year since the Lahaina wildfire. When I meet people who visit Hawaii for the first time, I am often asked if I ever take the incredible natural […]
Archives for August 2024
Official notices: Aug. 16, 2024
Bishop’s schedule Aug. 16, 12 p.m., Mass for the anniversary of the dedication of the Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of Peace, downtown Honolulu. Aug. 17, 5 p.m., Mass with installation of Rev. Arnel Soriano as pastor of Annunciation Parish, Waimea. Aug. 18, 11 a.m., Mass with installation of Rev. Victor Diolata, SSS, as pastor […]
Stewardship: God is ‘priority of life’ for stewardship leader
By Catholic Stewardship Consultants www.CatholicSteward.com For Kamalani Rodrigues, a parishioner at St. John Vianney Church in Kailua, many of the things she has learned through life directly translate to her stewardship journey. Rodrigues currently serves as chair of the diocesan Stewardship Commission. Her term runs through June 2025. Being involved in stewardship aligns with her […]
Stewardship: We are all blessed with talents and abilities
By Catholic Stewardship Consultants www.CatholicSteward.com The word “talent” often conjures up images of stage performers in the spotlight, captivating awestruck audiences with their impeccable musical or acting skills. While these talented performers are certainly deserving of applause, the majority of the population sits hiding in the shadows, staring on in amazement while feeling overlooked — […]
Exploring ‘moments of return’
Hawaii Catholic Herald The Diocese of Honolulu’s Office of Evangelization and Catechesis is sponsoring a series of workshops that will address “moments of return” and how faithful and church leaders can build upon these times with intentionality, pastoral care and a missionary spirit. “Making the Most of Moments: Accompaniment and Evangelization Through Moments of Return” […]
Married couples are invited to enrich their spiritual bond
Hawaii Catholic Herald Worldwide Marriage Encounter, a faith-based marriage enrichment program, is offering a unique experience aimed at deepening the spiritual connection between married couples. “God Chose You for Me” is a seven-hour program that will guide couples in creating a personal prayer that they can use as a daily practice to reinforce their commitment […]
Mary, Star of the Sea’s bereavement ministry is open to all in mourning
Special to the Herald Mary, Star of the Sea Parish in Waialae-Kahala has a newly activated bereavement ministry that offers consolation and support for those who are mourning the loss of a loved one. This “Healing Hearts” ministry provides participants an opportunity to explore mourning after the death of a loved one through scripture, prayer, […]
FRANCISCAN SISTER NORBERTA HUNNEWINKEL / 1941-2024: Sister leaves long legacy of teaching and social work
Hawaii Catholic Herald Sister of St. Francis of the Neumann Communities Noberta Hunnewinkel, a teacher and social worker who was honored for her work with the less fortunate in New Jersey before she arrived in Hawaii 12 years ago, died July 9 in Honolulu at age 83. Sister Hunnewinkel was born Judith Ann Hunnewinkel in […]
Sts. Peter and Paul Church has much to celebrate
By Mel Labrador, Sts. Peter and Paul Church Special to the Herald Sts. Peter and Paul Church in Honolulu celebrated the feast day of its patron saints on June 29 with a special evening Mass followed by a blessing ceremony. The 5 p.m. Mass was concelebrated by Msgr. Gary Secor, vicar general of the Diocese […]
St. Theresa Church bids farewell to stewardship representative
Special to the Herald The “stewardship pillars” of St. Theresa Church in Mountain View hosted a potluck luncheon last month acknowledging Gwen DeCoito and thanking her for six years of service as the East Hawaii Vicariate representative to the Diocese of Honolulu’s Stewardship Commission. Before the luncheon, Father Samuel Loterte provided a reflection on the […]
