Hawaii Catholic Herald

Newspaper of the Diocese of Honolulu

Talk story: Familia, messy, but together

by

OFFICE FOR SOCIAL MINISTRY “When the time for Pentecost was fulfilled, they were all in one place together.” (Acts 2:1) On the first Pentecost, the Apostles were gathered in one place, as one “ohana,” when they were filled with the Holy Spirit. They were inspired to “witness to Jesus” with others through acts of love […]

Photos: Bishop’s blessings

by

Among the responsibilities of a diocesan bishop is presiding over special occasions such as the blessing of a new crucifix in Holy Rosary Church in Paia, Maui, above, on July 5, and the installation of Father Pascual Abaya as the new rector of the Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of Peace, right, on July 7. […]

Blessed are they who mourn

by

Mary, Star of the Sea Church in Waialae-Kahala has a 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 through Scripture, prayer, reflection and faith sharing. If you are coping with the loss of a loved […]

Pontiff calls for quick action to prevent further migrant deaths

by

By Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY — Days after rescue workers recovered the bodies of dozens of migrants in the Mediterranean Sea, Pope Francis urged the international community to “act quickly” to prevent future tragedies. “I have learned with sorrow the news of the dramatic shipwreck that happened in recent days in the Mediterranean waters […]

Head of Human Life International to speak at Life Symposium 2019

by

Father Shenan J. Boquet, president of Human Life International, will lead the all-day Life Symposium on Nov. 9 at the Kroc Center in Kapolei. He will also participate in other events on Maui, Kauai and the Big Island from Oct. 31 through Nov. 11. Human Life International spreads the Catholic Church’s teaching on life and […]

Photo: evangelizers

by

The communities of the Neocatechumenal Way at St. John the Baptist Parish in Kalihi participated in the worldwide Great Mission on each Sunday afternoon during the season of Easter. They set up chairs, a platform and speaker on the front lawn of the parish as a way of evangelizing — announcing the Good News of […]