50 years ago – Feb. 15, 1963 These Cub Scouters received the Parvuli Dei Medal Sunday in ceremonies presided over by the Most Reverend John Scanlan, Auxiliary Bishop of Honolulu. Pictured with their leaders are: (Left to Right) Row 1: John Robello, Joseph Garcia, Lanford Sayson, Nick Pavia, Frederick Lau; Row 2: Claudio Casupang, Richard […]
Poem to the Herald: Lord, this year …
Lord, this year let me not look behind For things I’ve missed along the way. Let me look behind for the reason only that I need to remember who I am. Let me not miss any signs and symbols you set before me, cautioning me to look, really look and listen. I never want to […]
Hawaii Catholic Harold’s Quiz: Feb. 1, 2013
Can you believe, quizzicians, that by the time I next see you, we’ll be in the season of Lent? My, how the liturgical calendar flies. Savor these last few days of Ordinary Time, and enjoy this quiz. 1) Saints This saint is invoked against throat diseases, and many Catholic churches celebrate his Feb. 3 feast […]
Heralding back: Feb. 1, 2013
50 years ago – Feb. 1, 1963 The Diocese of Honolulu has another new priest to serve the Catholic populace of the 50th State. He is Father Lawrence N. Takao, who was ordained Sunday afternoon by the Most Reverend James J. Sweeney, Bishop of Honolulu, in the sanctuary of Our Lady of Peace Cathedral. 25 […]
Hawaii Catholic Harold’s Quiz: Jan. 18, 2013
We’re entering a short stretch of Ordinary Time, Heraldians. It’s nice to take a breather in between the festive Christmas season and the penitential period of Lent. But don’t rest on your laurels — I’m here to keep you sharp with another quiz! 1) Saints Which of the following is NOT true about St. Sebastian? […]
Heralding back: Jan. 18, 2013
50 years ago – Jan. 18, 1963 CYO Elementary Basketball League opens on Oahu — The Cathedral Eagles Limited and Unlimited teams opened defense of their title, sweeping a doubleheader from the St. Theresa’s Beavers. In the limited game, the Cathedral Eaglets trounced the little Beavers 30-10. 25 years ago – Jan. 15, 1988 Rain […]