Hawaii Catholic Herald

Newspaper of the Diocese of Honolulu

Hawaii Catholic Harold’s Quiz: Jan. 29, 2016

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The first month of 2016 has gone by in the blink of an eye, Heraldians. So, too, has the short respite between Christmas and Lent. Oh my! Here’s some timely Catholic trivia to tide you over in this “transitional” period. 1) Saints Catholic Press Month is celebrated in February. Which saint — a bishop and […]

Heralding back: Jan. 15, 2016

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NEWS FROM PAGES PAST 50 years ago — Jan. 14, 1966 The Most Reverend James J. Sweeney, Bishop of Honolulu (second from left) turned the first spade of dirt for the new convent, girls dormitory, and chapel of St. Francis Convent High School. The construction will cost over eight hundred thousand dollars. It is part […]

Hawaii Catholic Harold’s Quiz: Jan. 1, 2016

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Happy New Year, Heraldites! As we begin 2016, I decided that this quiz will take a reflective look back at the year past. How well do you remember Catholic news bits from 2015? Let’s see! 1) Saints Pope Francis declared Louis and Zelie Martin saints on Oct. 18, 2015, the first spouses in history to […]

Hawaii Catholic Harold’s Quiz: Dec 4, 2015

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As we embark on Advent, Heraldistas, I am also joyfully anticipating the Year of Mercy. What a wonderful way to begin a new liturgical year with a renewed focus on love and compassion. Does this mean I will be kind to you with an easy quiz this time? Hmmm. 1) Saints Which saint, whose feast […]

Heralding back: Dec, 4, 2015

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NEWS FROM PAGES PAST 50 years ago — Dec. 3, 1965 Wallace Chock, Peter Tabilang, and Christopher Caminos (left to right) are seminarians at St. Stephen’s Seminary and are busy sorting the parcels arriving for the Parcel Post Booth. The parcels will be available for Saturday’s (December 4) annual bazaar at the seminary grounds, sponsored […]

Heralding back: Nov. 20, 2015

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NEWS FROM PAGES PAST 50 years ago — Nov. 19, 1965 Thanksgiving Day in Japan is Kansha Bi. Though the name is different, the custom of giving thanks is the same the world over. Sister Martin Jerome of Maryknoll and her kimonoed friends join the rest of the country in saying “arigato,” thank you, for […]

HC Harold’s Quiz: Nov. 20, 2015

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We are nearing the end of 2015, quizzicals. There is always much to be grateful for, but this seems to be an especially special year. As we approach Advent, may we remember our many blessings. Here’s an early gift for you – my latest quiz! 1) Saints The Archdiocese of Omaha, Nebraska, counts among its […]

Heralding back: Nov. 6, 2015

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NEWS FROM PAGES PAST 50 years ago — Nov. 5, 1965 Brother J.J. Kennedy, F.S.C.H., coordinator of the Damien Memorial High School Carnival which will be held this weekend, November 4, 5, and 6 on the school grounds at 1401 Houghtailing Street shows Mrs. Margaret Ohara the huge layout for games, activities, food booths, plant […]