Hawaii Catholic Herald

Newspaper of the Diocese of Honolulu

When did we see you in prison? Volunteers at Oahu correctional center bring Christ to their incarcerated brothers

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Prison ministers Deacon Richard Abel and Hank Howlett wrote these reflections to encourage others to join their ministry. Those interested in this sacred calling are invited to a “come and see” session, 2-4 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 23, in Bachelot Hall at Sacred Heart Church, 1701 Wilder Ave. in Honolulu. For more information, contact the diocesan […]

Photo: Celebrating the consecrated life

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Dozens of Hawaii’s religious order women and men pose for a group photo with Bishop Larry Silva at the World Day for Consecrated Life celebration Feb. 2 at the Newman Center at the University of Hawaii-Manoa. The bishop gave a special blessing to Sacred Hearts Sister Josephine Araki who celebrated the 50th anniversary of her […]

Hawaii Catholic Harold’s Quiz: Feb. 15, 2013

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We’re entering Lent once again, Heraldites. I have included some Lent-related questions in this quiz to get you thinking about this important liturgical season. Enjoy. 1) Saints Which of the following is true about St. Polycarp, whose feast day is celebrated Feb. 23? a) He is the patron for fishermen b) He helped to lead […]

Hawaii hermit is accepting email prayer requests

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Sister Bernadette Marie Meno, Hawaii’s only diocesan hermit, is accepting requests for prayers by email at hawaiicatholichermit@aol.com. Or write to her at 1450 Kaupakalua Road, Apt. A, Haiku, HI 96708. Anyone in need of prayers for any intention may write to her. Sister Bernadette made her public profession as a diocesan hermit last September on […]

Clergy pension fund inadequate to support next wave of retirees

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Father Gary Colton is enjoying his retirement. Since he officially stepped down from active pastoral duty last July, the Maui-based priest has remained involved in local Catholic boards, celebrated Mass at various churches and given spiritual assistance on pilgrimages and retreats. After 44 years as a diocesan parish priest, Father Colton, 70, is making the […]

203 catechumens to be baptized in Isle parishes this Easter

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Catholic churches across Hawaii will baptize 203 catechumens during the Easter Vigil liturgy on March 30 according to numbers supplied by the diocesan Office of Worship. In anticipation of their baptisms, the catechumens, also called the “elect,” will be welcomed in four Rites of Election this weekend on Maui, Kauai, Oahu and the Big Island. […]

Hawaii Benedictines plan to stay as their Olivetan sponsorship ends

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The Benedictine Monastery of Hawaii on the hills overlooking Waialua on Oahu.   The Italy-based Olivetan Benedictine Congregation has decided to close the Benedictine Monastery of Hawaii, one of its 25 monasteries around the world, resulting in the local members exploring ways to retain their presence and ministry in Hawaii. Bishop Larry Silva is supporting […]

Matson Foundation gives $50,000 to Saint Louis

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Saint Louis School received $50,000 from the Matson Foundation during a campus awards assembly Jan. 11. Presenting the check to the school were Matson account executive Michael Yoshida and Matson chairman of the board Walter Dods Jr., both Saint Louis graduates. School president Walter Kirimitsu said the money will go toward the first phase of […]