Hawaii Catholic Herald

Newspaper of the Diocese of Honolulu

Pope: Holy Doors are shut, but God’s mercy endures

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By Carol Glatz Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY — The powerful and violent cannot control, suppress or commodify God’s grace, friendship and will to usher in a new dawn, Pope Leo XIV said. “Around us, a distorted economy tries to profit from everything. We see how the marketplace can turn human yearnings of seeking, traveling […]

Talk story: Strive for ‘agape’ love amid life’s challenges

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Office for Social Ministry “The way in which we learn to work together, with fraternity and sincere friendship, can give rise to something new, something that brings both the present and the future into focus.” (Pope Leo XIV, message to extraordinary consistory, Jan. 7-8) On the day after the Epiphany, Pope Leo XIV addressed an […]

Bishop Larry Silva: Actions speak louder than words

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Witness to Jesus | Solemnity of the Baptism of the Lord Here is the prepared text of the homily delivered Jan. 11 at Our Lady of the Mount Church in Kalihi Valley for its Santo Nino celebration. When we are interacting with a baby — even if we are a university professor accustomed to speaking […]

Sacred Hearts Father Albert Garcia / 1942-2025: Pastor with Honokaa roots served across isles

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Hawaii Catholic Herald Known for his musical composition of a Mass in Hawaiian that is still sung today, Sacred Hearts Father Albert Garcia served as a beloved pastor, educator and chaplain on Oahu and Maui for many decades. Father Garcia died Dec. 29 at age 83 after a long fight with Alzheimer’s disease. He was […]

Fishermen find support from Philippines, Knights of Peter Claver

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By Deacon Marlowe Sabater Special to the Herald The recently established Unit 419 of the Knights of Peter Claver and Ladies Auxiliary continues to support the foreign longline fishermen working in Hawaii’s longline fishery, working with the Apostleship of the Sea-Hawaii Ministry in its mission to minister to the “people of the sea.” In collaboration […]

Taize prayer service is open to all

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Special to the Herald All are invited to attend an ecumenical Taize prayer service this month, held every year in observance of the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity. The Taize service will take place at 7 p.m. Jan. 21 at the Newman Center/Holy Spirit Parish on the University of Hawaii-Manoa campus. According to a […]

Mary, Star of the Sea opens ‘Healing Hearts’ sessions

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Special to the Herald Mary, Star of the Sea Church in Waialae-Kahala has a 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, reflection and […]

Scouting and faith anchor Kailua ohana

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By Catholic Stewardship Consultants www.CatholicSteward.com The Garcia family is seven members strong, but it grows even larger when it includes fellow parishioners at St. Anthony of Padua Church and St. John Vianney Church, both in Kailua. As such, the Garcias feel called to get involved. “We all participate in our family life, so we are […]

Catholic schools build knowledge and virtues

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By Catholic Stewardship Consultants www.CatholicSteward.com For Catholics around the United States and the world, the significance of imparting not only academic knowledge but also fostering a deep understanding of the Catholic faith is paramount. Catholic schools stand as a cornerstone of the faith for our children, providing a holistic education that shapes minds and souls. […]