Hawaii Catholic Herald

Newspaper of the Diocese of Honolulu

Laura Kelly Fanucci: Try ‘liturgical living’ at any age, any time

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Commentary Over the past 15 years, I’ve witnessed the rise of “liturgical living” in Catholic circles. Websites, social media, books, home decor and subscription boxes abound to help families celebrate the church year at home — with party supplies and recipes for every feast day under the sun. But liturgical living is for adults, too. […]

Land sale agreement will bring ‘critical funds’ to diocese

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By Celia K. Downes Hawaii Catholic Herald For the past 19 years, the Diocese of Honolulu leased a 6.5-acre land parcel in Waialae-Kahala to Kahala Nui, a retirement community, next to Mary, Star of the Sea Church and School. This land lease agreement provided a home for Kahala Nui’s apartments and wide range of life […]

15 years a saint: Recalling St. Damien’s canonization

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By Jennifer Rector Hawaii Catholic Herald On Oct. 11, 2009, people speaking different languages and from many nations all united at the Vatican to witness Pope Benedict XVI proclaim Hawaii’s first saint — Father Damien de Veuster of Molokai. The canonization of St. Damien put a spotlight on his courageous story of ministry to Hansen’s […]

Reflection: An isle family’s deep connection to Father Damien

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By Alika Hussey Sheldon Special to the Herald Sometimes in a family’s long and complicated history, a story emerges from a long-lost relative that was shared with family members who believed it was worth preserving. Oral tradition is usually passed on in this way and goes back to the time of the early church. Then […]

5 schools join programs to offer free or reduced-price meals

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Hawaii Catholic Herald Five schools on Oahu and Hawaii island are participating this academic year in federal programs that offer children from qualifying households free or reduced-price meals. In Honolulu, St. Philomena Early Learning Center and Mary, Star of the Sea Early Learning Center are joining the programs for the 2024-25 school year. In Hilo, […]

Official notices: Oct. 11, 2024

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Bishop’s schedule Oct. 13, 3 p.m., 80th anniversary dinner for Holy Trinity Church, Kuliouou. Oct. 15, 9:30 a.m., Bishop’s Administrative Advisory Council (video conference); 6 p.m., Mass with the Missionary Sisters of Mary Help of Christians, Aiea. Oct. 19, 10 a.m., Stewardship Commission meeting, Holy Family Ohana Center, Honolulu; 5 p.m., Maryknoll Noblesse Oblige Dinner, […]