Msgr. Gary Secor
Msgr. Gary Secor, vicar general of the Diocese of Honolulu, will give the opening address for this year’s Diocesan Stewardship Day, 8 a.m. to noon, Aug. 28, at St. John Apostle and Evangelist Church at 95-370 Kuahelani Avenue, Mililani.
The theme for the day is “Inspiration, Practical Ideas and Networking for Our Parishes, Our People.”
Bishop Larry Silva will celebrate Mass at 8 a.m. and give a few comments.
Father Anthony Rapozo, pastor of St. John Parish will give welcoming remarks at 9 a.m. Keith Tamashiro, chairman of the diocesan Stewardship and Development Commission, will also speak briefly.
All of the main talks will be in the main church, with overflow attendance in the parish’s One Community Center. It will also be livestreamed for those unable to attend in person; details to be announced.
Msgr. Secor’s talk will be followed by a continental breakfast and small workshops.
The day has three workshops, which will be offered twice.
“Stewardship of Evangelization,” by Dominic Olaso, head servant, Diocesan Evangelization Task Force. Description: Our Confirmation calls us to bring others to Jesus. Many Catholics want to spread the faith, but don’t know where to start. Eight practical beatitudes will provide the inspiration to initiate evangelization.
“Parish Center Projects — Build New or Re-Do,” by Mike Browning, deacon candidate and good steward. Description: Browning leads a panel of lay leaders from other parishes who share what they learned from major building projects, with special highlights and features of St. John Parish’s new One Community Center.
“Communication is the Key,” small group discussion. Description: Keith Tamashiro, chairman, Diocesan Stewardship and Development Commission, and other stewardship leaders will share best practices for starting, maintaining, and enhancing parish stewardship efforts. This workshop is targeted to pastors and stewardship committees.
The event ends with a closing prayer followed by a possible bonus workshop.
Stewardship Day is sponsored by the Diocesan Office of Stewardship and Development and the Stewardship and Development Commission, with support from With Grateful Hearts and the Hawaii Catholic Community Foundation.
It is free and open to all parishes. For more information and to register, go to catholichawaii.org/stewardship.
