Hawaii Catholic Herald

Newspaper of the Diocese of Honolulu

Photo: Present and future

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Priests in the Diocese of Honolulu gathered last month for their annual weeklong retreat at St. Stephen Diocesan Center in Kaneohe, joined by Bishop Larry Silva and Honolulu’s bishop-elect, Jesuit Father Michael Castori. They paused for a group photo May 21 after a special Mass at St. Stephen’s chapel that included the blessing of then-Deacons […]

Sacred Hearts School, Lahaina: Making memories, looking ahead

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By Lisa Dahm Hawaii Catholic Herald Faith and resilience are the keys to overcoming challenges for Tonata Lolesio, principal of Sacred Hearts School in Lahaina. Through the aloha of a strong and supportive community, the students, families and staff of the preschool-through-eighth grade campus have wrapped up their second year at their temporary Kaanapali campus, […]

Chaminade bestows honorary doctorate on Bishop Silva

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Special to the Herald Bishop Larry Silva was the recipient of an honorary doctor of letters degree May 9 during Chaminade University of Honolulu’s 68th commencement ceremony at the Waikiki Shell. Chaminade President Lynn Babington introduced Silva during the ceremony and presented him with the degree and hood. “Bishop Larry has been a partner and […]

Love for Bible leads to full life of ministry

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By Catholic Stewardship Consultants www.CatholicSteward.com Many years ago, through a simple invitation, Trudy and James Rawlins got involved at St. Ann Church in Kaneohe. They both felt unworthy but were assured that no one is truly worthy on their own. Instead, through the grace of God, we are all given the specific gifts we need […]

Celebrate Jubilee Year of St. Francis of Assisi at Holy Trinity Church

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Special to the Herald The Adult Faith Formation Committee at Holy Trinity Church in Kuliouou warmly invites the community to a holy evening in celebration of the Jubilee Year of St. Francis — a time of grace, reflection and renewal. Join us as we gather at 6 p.m. June 24 in the spirit of St. […]

Join worldwide rosary to pray for priests

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Special to the Herald All are invited to take part in the Global Rosary Relay for the Sanctification of Priests on June 12 at 11:30 a.m. at the Kamiano Center, near the Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of Peace in downtown Honolulu. People can also pray on their own or visit the cathedral basilica’s Facebook […]

Honor Mary, pregnant mothers with Walking with Moms in Need

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By Val and Deacon Gary Streff Special to the Herald May is known as the Month of Mary. In Luke 1:30-31, we remember the angel Gabriel appearing to Mary and saying, “Mary, do not be afraid. You have found favor with God. You are to become a mother and have a son named Jesus.” Mary’s […]

Reflection: Through thick and thin, family remained faithful to God

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By Chad and Ree Decosta Special to the Herald Our names are Chad and Ree Decosta, and we are parishioners at Holy Rosary Church in Keaau. Ree is a cradle Catholic, while Chad, a Hilo native, did not grow up in any particular faith or religion. Although Chad believed in God, he did not yet […]