Carmen (Silva) Kiyabu, Bishop Larry Silva’s cousin, will share a story in the book. She is pictured second from left with her daughter, Stacie Caires, left, Bishop Silva and Easter Almuena. (Courtesy photo)
Special to the Herald
Be a part of a special gift for Bishop Larry Silva by submitting short stories of your memories of the Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of Peace for a forthcoming book.
Your story (between
200-500 words, please) can be about events, sacraments received, spiritual journeys, familial or historical ties, sacred architecture, ministry involvement, services rendered or caring hands, among other topics.
Spiritual journeys may include the Eucharist, music, uplifting homilies, prayer services and devotions.
You may also send two to three sentences of thanks or congratulations to Bishop Silva for his 20 years of service in Hawaii.
The finished book will be dedicated to Bishop Silva. Proceeds will go to the renovation of the Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of Peace.
Send written contributions to Easter Almuena at Easter.Almuena@gmail.com or mail to Deacon Joe Almuena at the Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of Peace, 1184 Bishop St., Honolulu, HI 96813.