Hawaii Catholic Herald

Newspaper of the Diocese of Honolulu

Stewardship: We are all blessed with talents and abilities

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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’

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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 […]

St. George Church celebrates year-long 70th anniversary

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Special to the Herald Starting in January, St. George Church began marking the year with events and activities to celebrate its 70th year as a parish. The theme for this anniversary celebration is “We Remember, We Celebrate, We Believe.” In January, Bishop Larry Silva presided at the Mass that kicked off the yearlong anniversary celebration. […]

Photo: ‘Have a great school year!’

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Parishioners from St. John Apostle and Evangelist Church in Mililani donated 6,000 No. 2 pencils to Kipapa Elementary School this year. Jolin Barretto, left, Father Anthony Rapozo and Jolie Barretto helped pass out the pencils as well as goodie bags at Kipapa’s school supply distribution event on July 24. St. John parishioners also donated school […]

Talk story: Spirit of ohana shines forth at new Kaanapali campus

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OFFICE FOR SOCIAL MINISTRY “If one part suffers, all the parts suffer with it; if one part is honored, all the parts share its joy.” 1 Corinthians 12:26 Just a year after being displaced from the wildfire that destroyed its classrooms in the historic town of Lahaina, Sacred Hearts School officially opened its brand-new doors […]