According to “Holy Moments” a book by Matthew Kelly of Dynamic Catholic, our society needs change and “holy moments” are a way to get us to a more holy place. A holy moment is a grace-filled, prayer-directed action that allows us to collaborate with God to change how we respond to any given situation. Holy […]
Christian Raquepo: Resurrecting the Legion of Mary
COMMENTARY When I applied to be enrolled as a student at our Damien Memorial School, I remember keenly putting down the Legion of Mary as one of my organizations of interest. At that time, I was a catechumen preparing to receive the Easter Sacraments of Initiation. It was only after the slow and safe return […]
Memorial Day: My father sacrificed his life for his family and his homeland
By Josephine “Joey” D. Pablo Special to the Herald My father, Augusto Canuto Dicsen (1907-1944), a convert and civilian, died during World War II in his homeland, the Philippines. My mother shared memories of his death in bits and pieces before she died. Memories of my father came alive when I looked at family photographs […]
Commentary: Taking baby steps forward post-Roe
By Deacon Gary and Valerie Streff Special to the Herald Where will we go in this the first year of the post-Roe era? On June 24, 2022, with a historic ruling, the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v Wade ending the constitutional right to abortion in our nation. The decision returned abortion laws back […]
Reflections of Bishop Larry Silva on Pope Benedict XVI
By Bishop Larry Silva Bishop of Honolulu It was on May 5, 2005, that I learned I was selected by the newly-elected Pope Benedict XVI to be the new Bishop of Honolulu, although the public announcement was not until May 17. I was one of the first bishops in the world to be named by […]
What is the next step?
By Easter Almuena Special to the Herald “What is the next step?” is a phrase from the podcast “The Bible in a Year” popularized by Father Mike Schmitz of the Diocese of Duluth, Minnesota, during the pandemic. This whole series is based on a more relaxed approach authored by Jeff Cavins to understanding the salvation […]
COMMENTARY: ST. JOHN VIANNEY PARISH
60 years bringing God’s people together By Christian Salehi Special to the Herald This year, St. John Vianney Parish in Kailua celebrates 60 years of bringing God’s people together. Established in 1962, this parish has been at the heart of the Enchanted Lake neighborhood, bringing together many outstanding priests, deacons and laity. Mike and […]
Maryknoll Sisters embrace new mission presence
We take a new step in history as climate change leads to worldwide migration, violence, racism, & poverty threatens peace & justice in so many parts of our world, our Sisters see the urgent need to ask how and where they are most needed today? Learn more: https://t.co/nEsMF4dGLR pic.twitter.com/SouDCT1Q93 — Maryknoll Sisters (@MaryknollSister) August 9, […]
Talk story: Fervent message from a sweltering Rome
OFFICE FOR SOCIAL MINISTRY “The journey of faith is never a walk in the park, it is never easy for anyone, not for Peter nor for Paul, not for any Christian.” (Pope Francis on the Feast of Sts. Peter and Paul, June 29, 2022) This summer’s severe drought and sweltering record temperatures across Italy and […]
Patron saints: Match or no match?
By Guy Lee Special to the Herald Embracing the Communion of Saints, we Catholics traditionally favor those offering specific protection, assistance or guidance. How well do the backgrounds, traits and interests of these patron saints match our prayers? For the most popular patron saints the reason we seek their help is obvious. Fishermen pray to […]
