Hawaii Catholic Herald

Newspaper of the Diocese of Honolulu

Talk story: The hope that does not disappoint

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OFFICE FOR SOCIAL MINISTRY “Where there was death, now there is life. Where there was mourning, now there is consolation. In embracing the cross, Jesus bestowed meaning on our sufferings and now we pray that the benefits of that healing will spread throughout the world.” (Pope Francis “Urbi et Orbi” Message, Easter 2021) Alleluia, Alleluia! […]

And now, the good news …

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The pandemic brings record enrollment to some Hawaii Catholic schools By Anna Weaver Hawaii Catholic Herald The trend for Hawaii Catholic schools for many years has been declining enrollment. But along with all the uncertainty brought by the COVID-19 pandemic, some local parochial schools have found an unexpected boost to their student numbers. Parents tired […]

HAWAII’S 2021 JUBILARIANS

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HAWAII’S 2021 JUBILARIANS “God, our Father, guide of humanity and ruler of creation, look upon these your servants, who wish to confirm their offering of themselves to you. As the years pass by, help them to enter more deeply into the mystery of the church and to dedicate themselves more generously to the good of […]

Father Kenneth Doyle: What if the Eucharist is stolen? Is it a mortal sin to miss Mass?

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QUESTION CORNER Q: I have recently volunteered to attend adoration of the Blessed Sacrament as a “guardian.” I do this twice a week. I have been wondering this: What happens if the monstrance and Eucharist is stolen? The monstrance can be replaced, but I have heard that a priest may have to reconsecrate the church […]

Book review: In the footsteps of St. Paul

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Modern missionaries bring faith back to an ancient post-Communist country stripped of spirit and hope “Light a Candle: A Memoir, A Special Assignment in Albania,” by Sister Lourdes Fernandez, MM, self-published, 2021 Reviewed by Donna Estomago Special to the Herald “Our apostles to Albania, Lourdes Fernandez, Winifred O’Donnell, Vivian Votruba and Gertrude Gallagher, were following […]

Catholic coalition stresses importance of vaccine for all

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By Carol Zimmermann Catholic News Service WASHINGTON — On World Health Day, April 7, a new group of 31 U.S. Catholic organizations encouraged people to get the COVID-19 vaccine as an act of charity and solidarity with others. The group also emphasized the need for vaccine equity in the United States and around the world. […]