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Ronald ‘Ron’ Gochenouer / 1963-2026: Men’s ministry leader left lasting witness of love, service

07/01/2026 by Hawaii Catholic Herald

By Lisa Dahm Hawaii Catholic Herald On the screen of Ron Gochenouer’s phone is the quote: “Work hard in silence. Let success make the noise.” “That’s kind of how Ron rolled,” said his wife, Teresa Gochenouer. “He didn’t talk about stuff — he got into motion.” The passing of the man of few words and […]

Filed Under: Local News, Obituary Tagged With: Blessed Sacrament Church, Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of Peace, Catholic Men's Fellowship of Hawaii, Fishers of Men, Obituary, Ron Gochenouer, That Man is You

Countdown to bicentennial of Catholicism in isles begins

07/01/2026 by Hawaii Catholic Herald

By Lisa Dahm Hawaii Catholic Herald The Diocese of Honolulu on June 17 formally announced the start of its yearlong celebration of the 200th anniversary of Catholicism’s arrival in Hawaii, which will culminate on the exact date of the bicentennial in July 2027. Missionary priests and brothers from the French Congregation of the Sacred Hearts […]

Filed Under: Bicentennial, Features, Local News Tagged With: bicentennial, Bishop Larry Silva, Deacon Mike Browning, Sacred Hearts Academy, Sacred Hearts Father Lane Akiona

Diocese aims to streamline financial reporting

07/01/2026 by Hawaii Catholic Herald

By Lisa Dahm Hawaii Catholic Herald According to Lisa Sakamoto, chief financial officer for the Diocese of Honolulu, the best financial statements in parishes and schools are accurate, timely and complete — a long-term goal of the diocese. After years of surveys, financial reviews and collection audits, the diocese on July 1 debuted the Sage […]

Filed Under: Features, Local News Tagged With: accounting, Diocese of Honolulu, financial system, Sage Intacct

Bishop Larry Silva: Take up your cross

07/01/2026 by Hawaii Catholic Herald

Witness to Jesus | Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time Here is the prepared text of the homily delivered June 27 at St. Ann Church, Kaneohe (with installation of Sacred Hearts Father Micheal Kumar as pastor), and June 28 at Sts. Peter and Paul Church, Honolulu. Kalaupapa is that tiny peninsula on the island of Molokai […]

Filed Under: Columns, Commentary, Features, Local News Tagged With: Bishop Larry Silva, hospitality, Kalaupapa, Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Witness to Jesus

Hawaii Catholic Herald earns 5 media awards in diverse range of categories

07/01/2026 by Hawaii Catholic Herald

Hawaii Catholic Herald The Hawaii Catholic Herald netted five honors in the 2026 Catholic Media Awards last month, ranging from photography to newswriting to design. The awards are given out by the Catholic Media Association, which names the winners during its annual Catholic Media Conference — held this year in Atlantic City, New Jersey. The […]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Catholic Media Association, catholic media awards, Catholic Media Conference

Respect Life Office: Clarifying options for couples facing infertility

07/01/2026 by Hawaii Catholic Herald

By Val and Deacon Gary Streff Special to the Herald It is often heartbreaking when a married couple faces difficulty achieving a successful pregnancy. The desire for a child is natural, but many married couples are unable to conceive. In the United States, it is estimated that 1 out of 6 couples has difficulty getting […]

Filed Under: Columns, Commentary, Features, Local News Tagged With: in vitro fertilization, infertility, NaPro Technology, Natural Family Planning, Respect life, Respect Life Office

Official notices: July 3, 2026

07/01/2026 by Hawaii Catholic Herald

Bishop’s schedule Bishop’s announcements and appointments

Filed Under: Local News, Official Notices Tagged With: Apostleship of the Sea-Hawaii Ministry, bicentennial, official notices

Talk Story: A day of symbolism and hope

07/01/2026 by Hawaii Catholic Herald

Office for Social Ministry “Many migrants, refugees and displaced persons are witnesses of hope…they demonstrate this daily through their resilience and trust in God.” (Pope Leo XIV, message for the 2026 World Day of Migrants and Refugees) On July 4, Americans will celebrate the 250th anniversary of our nation’s independence. Across the country, families will […]

Filed Under: Columns, Commentary, Features, Local News Tagged With: human dignity, Independence Day, Lampedusa, migrants, Office for Social Ministry, refugees, Talk Story

‘Healing Hearts’ ministry to begin summer sessions

07/01/2026 by Hawaii Catholic Herald

Special to the Herald Mary, Star of the Sea Church in Waialae-Kahala is home to a bereavement ministry that offers consolation and support to 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, […]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: bereavement ministry, Healing Hearts ministry, Mary Star of the Sea, summer sessions, Waialae-Kahala

Expect traffic around co-cathedral during 2 days of events for bishop-elect

07/01/2026 by Hawaii Catholic Herald

Hawaii Catholic Herald The episcopal ordination and installation of Jesuit Father Michael T.T. Castori as the sixth bishop of Honolulu will bring a great deal of joy and celebration when the liturgy takes place July 28 at the Co-Cathedral of St. Theresa in Honolulu. The Mass, as well as evening vespers the night before, will […]

Filed Under: Local News, Ordination Tagged With: Bishop of Honolulu, Co-Cathedral of St. Theresa, episcopal ordination, Father Michael Thomas Tupou Castori, installation, Kalihi-Palama, North School Street, traffic

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