Office for Social Ministry “The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us.” (Jn 1:14) The season of Advent invites us to slow down, look a little closer and reflect on the many ways God shows up today in our world. Christmas isn’t about grandeur or perfection — it’s about the miracle of God […]
Christmas 2025 front page: Nativity of the Lord
Acrylic work of Byzantine design by Dominican Sister Malia Dominica Wong, created under iconographer Phillip Zimmerman at the Monastery of Mount Carmel in Niagara, Canada. (Sister Malia Dominica Wong, OP)
Respecting life: The reason for the season
By Val Streff Special to the Herald Christmas is a great time to focus on the incarnation of Jesus. Jesus took upon himself human flesh to save the world. Jesus conceived in the womb of the Blessed Mother shows us how God values life, especially the unborn. Passages 2270 and 2271 of the “Catechism of […]
Bishop Larry Silva: 2025 Christmas message
“Hope does not disappoint!” (Rom 5:5) As we prepare to close this Jubilee Year of 2025, whose theme is “Pilgrims of Hope,” we could easily become cynical. Our hope for peace on earth is dashed when we think of the wars and civil unrest in Ukraine, Myanmar and even in the Holy Land — where, […]
Sharing musical gifts with God, community
By Catholic Stewardship Consultants www.CatholicSteward.com We all have a way to serve our parish. The Llamedo family has the joy of sharing the same gift — music. It all started nearly 40 years ago when Mary Ann Llamedo’s mother asked her to play guitar for the charismatic prayer group. This opened the door for her […]
St. Joseph students, staff pay holiday visit to Franciscan sisters
By Maile Kipapa Special to the Herald In 1900, Franciscan sisters began running St. Joseph School, then a girls’ school, helping to establish a strong foundation for Catholic education in Hilo. In 1944, the purchase of land at Ululani and Hualalai streets secured the future site of St. Joseph elementary and high schools. Just a […]
Photo: Never too early for Christmas
St. Joseph Mission in Kaupo, Maui — the most remote Catholic church on Maui — celebrated its Christmas Mass on Nov. 30, due to its unique Mass schedule. Because Mass is only celebrated on the fifth Sunday of the month, meaning no Mass in December, the parish held its Christmas celebration last month featuring beautiful […]
Photo: Sacred Heart’s ‘Father Joey’ enjoys twice the celebration
Father Carlito A. “Joey” Ranjo Jr. marked two milestones last month: On Nov. 26, he became a member of the clergy of the Diocese of Honolulu and was also named pastor of Sacred Heart Church in Waianae (he previously was the parish administrator). Father Ranjo was formerly a priest of the Diocese of Laoag, Philippines. […]
Photo: St. John the Baptist prepares for Advent with wreath-making
Parishioners of St. John the Baptist Church in Kalihi gathered in the parish hall Nov. 29 for a special Advent wreath-making event. The workshop offered parishioners a hands-on opportunity to create their own beautiful Advent wreaths to display in their homes throughout the season of Advent. More than just a craft session, the event also […]
St. Anthony ELC students shine in wreath contest
Special to the Herald For nearly 40 years, the City and County of Honolulu has featured a wreath contest as part of Honolulu City Lights; this year, the Early Learning Center at St. Anthony School, Kailua proudly participated in the 2025 competition, themed “Navigating by the Stars.” Students created a vibrant wreath using tissue paper, […]
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