Hawaii Catholic Herald

Newspaper of the Diocese of Honolulu

1 year in, Pope Leo leans on prudence, quiet power

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By Paulina Guzik OSV News On May 8, 2025, white smoke rose over the Sistine Chapel and the world heard “Habemus Papam.” Journalists gathered at the top of the arm of Bernini Colonnade in Rome, upon hearing from Cardinal Dominique Mamberti: “Robertum Franciscum sanctae Romanae ecclesae cardinalem Prevost,” frantically asked: “Chi e?” — or “who […]

New annual appeal sees robust response so far

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By Celia K. Downes Hawaii Catholic Herald The Diocese of Honolulu’s new annual appeal is a little more than a month away from concluding its first, most active phase, and officials are encouraged by the response so far. As of April 30, a number of parishes have exceeded their individual fundraising goals, and overall the […]

Bishop Larry Silva: Through us, Jesus is here on earth

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Witness to Jesus | Ascension of the Lord Here is the prepared text of the homily delivered May 16 at St. John Vianney Church in Kailua and May 17 at Holy Family Church in Honolulu for the administration of confirmation and first holy Communion. “What would Jesus do?” is a saying that has become very […]

Talk Story: ‘Thy kingdom come,’ for everyone

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Office for Social Ministry “In God everyone is fully themselves.” (Pope Leo XIV‘s May 3 “Regina Coeli” address) “E hiki mai kou aupuni” — “Thy kingdom come.” For Catholics in Hawaii, these familiar words from the Our Father in olelo Hawaii have taken on renewed meaning with the appointment of Honolulu’s bishop-elect, Jesuit Father Michael […]

Catholic educators honor their peers at annual luncheon

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Hawaii Catholic Herald Hawaii Catholic Schools’ year-end Golden Pine“apple” Awards gathering honoring the state’s top teacher, top administrator and retiring educators took on a poignant tone May 8 as Bishop Larry Silva joined the ranks of those being celebrated ahead of their retirement. The annual recognition luncheon’s keynote speaker this year was Bishop Silva, whose […]

After long journeys, deacons prepare for priestly ordinations

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By Lisa Dahm Hawaii Catholic Herald Two homegrown deacons will be ordained to the priesthood this month, adding to the growing tally of isle natives who have answered God’s call. On May 22 at 6 p.m., Bishop Larry Silva will ordain Deacon Taylor K. Mitchell and Deacon John Jacob Akau at the Co-Cathedral of St. […]

Historic Holy Ghost Feast to be celebrated for 133rd year

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Special to the Herald This year marks the 133rd year of the Holy Ghost Feast, celebrating “God’s Enduring Love” on Pentecost weekend at Holy Ghost Church in Kula, Upcountry Maui. The festivities will take place on May 23 from 9 a.m.-8:30 p.m., and on May 24 from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. The commemoration was started by […]

Faith, grace carry deacon as he seeks kidney donor

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By Catholic Stewardship Consultants www.CatholicSteward.com Deacon Craig Camello is awaiting a kidney transplant — a reality that has brought uncertainty, long timelines and unexpected setbacks. Through it all, he remains steady in faith, trusting that God is present in each step of the journey. As he approaches the possibility of dialysis and waits for a […]

Clearing the stigma around the word ‘stewardship’

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By Catholic Stewardship Consultants www.CatholicSteward.com There is a stigma attached to the word “stewardship” in some Catholic parishes, likely because many pastors and parish leaders mistakenly equate stewardship with money. But a true steward knows that couldn’t be further from the truth. Stewardship is a biblical principle that has nothing to do with money. Nineteen […]