Hawaii Catholic Herald

Newspaper of the Diocese of Honolulu

Official notices: Jan. 3, 2025

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Bishop’s schedule Jan. 7, 9:30 a.m., Bishop’s Administrative Advisory Council (virtual). Jan. 9, 4 p.m., Ohana in Christ appreciation Mass and dinner, Co-Cathedral of St. Theresa, Honolulu. Jan. 12, 11:15 a.m., Mass with the rite of institution of acolytes for deacon candidates of Cohort 11, St. Stephen Diocesan Center, Kaneohe; 3 p.m., Mass for the […]

Annual retreat for deacons and wives to feature Augustinian priest

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By Deacon Michael Weaver Special to the Herald “Clerics have a special obligation to seek holiness in their lives, because they are consecrated to God by a new title through reception of holy orders, and are stewards of the mysteries of God in the service of his people.” (Canon 276:1) The deacon community of the […]

Sea ministry sets off on its maiden voyage

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By Deacon Marlowe Sabater Special to the Herald “Mahigit na isang taon na ako hindi nakakapagsimba (I haven’t been to Mass for more than a year),” said one of the fisherman from Leyte, Philippines. He was a car wash attendant back home and decided to work as a contracted fisherman in the Hawaii longline fishery […]

Talk story: ‘Disarming’ hearts opens them to peace, hope

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Office for Social Ministry “We would do well simply to stop for a moment, at the beginning of this year, to think of the mercy with which he constantly forgives our sins and forgives our every debt, so that our hearts may overflow with hope and peace.” (Pope Francis on the World Day of Peace, […]

Youth ministry leader finds peace, joy in service

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By Catholic Stewardship Consultants www.CatholicSteward.com Ryan Agcaoili truly finds peace in serving at the Co-Cathedral of St. Theresa in Honolulu. It’s not that he’s doing anything huge or momentous — it’s quiet, patient service to our Lord. One way Agcaoili loves to serve is through the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults, or OCIA, watching […]

New Year’s resolutions can help us practice good stewardship

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By Catholic Stewardship Consultants www.CatholicSteward.com As we usher in the new year, it’s common for people to make resolutions, setting goals and intentions for the year ahead. These resolutions often revolve around personal growth, health or career aspirations. However, for Catholics, the new year can be an excellent opportunity to connect these resolutions to living […]

Hawaii’s Korean Catholics have much to celebrate

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By Liz Ishimitsu Special to the Herald In early October 2024, a two-day ceremony was held at St. Andrew Kim Taegon Oratory in Honolulu to celebrate 50 years since the Korean Catholic Community was established in Hawaii. Many guests and dignitaries were invited and over 200 were in attendance. Bishop Larry Silva and Korean Bishop […]

Incarcerated women, families reunite for the holidays

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By Jennifer Rector Hawaii Catholic Herald Women sentenced to prison on Oahu got a chance to embrace their children for a one-day event in honor of the holiday season. On Dec. 7, a total of 38 caregivers, mothers from the Women’s Community Correctional Center and children of the incarcerated women gathered for food, fellowship, fun […]