By Catholic Stewardship Consultants www.CatholicSteward.com At Sacred Heart Church in Honolulu, most people know Carmen Mae Fuertes Vierra simply as “Auntie Carmen.” She is a familiar face around the parish — there early, often staying late, and stepping in wherever help is needed. For Vierra, that has just become part of daily life. Vierra grew […]
Remember quiet, noble example of St. Joseph on Father’s Day
By Catholic Stewardship Consultants www.CatholicSteward.com Believe it or not, Father’s Day wasn’t recognized as a national holiday until 1966. History states that two women were the driving forces behind the establishment of Father’s Day as an official holiday. In 1908, Grace Golden Clayton suggested a day of paternal observance to her Methodist pastor. Clayton’s request […]
Serving those who served
Catholic Charities Hawaii offers several programs to help veterans and service members Special to the Herald If you visit the Korean War Memorial in Washington, D.C., you will see a large, black granite wall with these words inscribed into the cold, dark canvas: “Freedom is not free.” Our freedom was purchased with sacrifices, with honor, […]
St. Theresa School students step up to help Kekaha community
By Wendy Souza Special to the Herald KEKAHA, Kauai — St. Theresa School’s seventh-grade Hawaiian civics class recently demonstrated what true community leadership looks like when students volunteered their time and energy to help clean the floor at the Kekaha Post Office of black scuff marks that had covered much of the entrance area. The […]
Worldwide Marriage Encounter celebrates Vatican recognition
Special to the Herald The Vatican has formally recognized Worldwide Marriage Encounter as an international private association of the faithful, marking a historic milestone for the global marriage enrichment ministry and its longtime presence in Hawaii. To celebrate this acknowledgement, WWME Hawaii is inviting couples to attend a residential weekend July 10-12 at St. Anthony […]
The church’s teachings on starting a family
By Val and Deacon Gary Streff Special to the Herald When couples need help starting a family, Catholic Church teachings favor the fertility awareness-based method known as natural family planning over contraceptives. Contraceptives and natural family planning are often used synonymously, however, there is a distinct difference. Contraceptives are used to prevent pregnancy. Contraceptives devices […]
Parish life across the diocese: Holy Rosary Keaau, St. Ann Kaneohe
Parish News and School News are on summer break. If your parish or school has an update to share in the meantime, please email herald@rcchawaii.org. Aldrein Tangalin, Alealani Decosta, Amara Adaoag, Jonalei Simpliciano and Nathaniel Mattos received their first holy Communion and confirmation May 24 from Father Samuel Loterte, pastor of Holy Rosary. Religious education […]
Hawaii Catholic Harold’s Quiz: June 19, 2026
Aloha, Quiz Masters! June is well underway, bringing longer days, warmer weather and plenty of opportunities to deepen our faith while enjoying the blessings of summer. Whether you’re gathering with family, traveling across our islands, or simply taking a moment for prayer and reflection, I hope you’ll make room for a little Catholic trivia too. […]
Sacred Hearts Sister Vandana Narayan: Sharing moments of grace in compassionate presence
Viriditas2: Soul Greening Interviewed by Sister Malia Dominica Wong, OP Hawaii Catholic Herald In today’s world, poverty and vulnerability are not always visible. While some struggle with material deprivation, others experience a deeper, often hidden poverty, the loneliness of the heart, a longing to be heard, and a desire for genuine human connection. As people […]
Jenna Marie Cooper: When do priests make celibacy vow?
Question corner Q: I recently attended an ordination, and that got me wondering: Hypothetically, what would happen if the bishop accidentally left out the part of the ordination Mass where the future priest promises celibacy? That wouldn’t mean that the new priest was actually free to marry, would it? A: The short answer is no, […]