Hawaii Catholic Herald

Newspaper of the Diocese of Honolulu

Reflection: A priest’s Lenten journey of conversion and renewal

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By Father Jaroslaw Z. Skrzypek Special to the Herald As we enter the sacred season of Lent, the call to conversion resonates loudly not only within our communities but also within our hearts. It is a time for reflection, a moment to confront our spiritual complacencies and an invitation to grow deeper in our faith. […]

Rough waters strengthen seafarers’ faith

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By Deacon Marlowe Sabater, coordinator of the Apostleship of the Sea Ministry Special to the Herald The first image that comes to mind every time we celebrate the Liturgy of the Eucharist with seafarers is Jesus walking on water. Matthew 14:22-33 tells the story of the disciples hopping on a boat to cross the land […]

A lifetime of service, with no slowing down

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By Catholic Stewardship Consultants www.CatholicSteward.com Marina Pascua has been an essential part of St. Raphael Church in Koloa, Kauai, for many years. In her time spent serving and volunteering at the parish, eight priests have come and gone through their assignments. Through each season, Pascua continues to dedicate her time and energy in vital ways […]

Embracing stewardship can enhance our Lenten journey

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By Catholic Stewardship Consultants www.CatholicSteward.com As the sacred season of Lent continues this month — a time of reflection, repentance and preparation for the resurrection of Jesus Christ at Easter — we strive to grow closer to Christ through prayer, fasting and almsgiving. A frequently overlooked but deeply meaningful approach to enhancing one’s Lenten spiritual […]

Sister Apple Mea Tabsing, Dominican Sisters of the Most Holy Rosary: Questioning God with love and faith

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Viriditas2: Soul Greening Interviewed by Sister Malia Dominica Wong, OP Hawaii Catholic Herald Despite encountering many problems, struggles and challenges — whether family, personal or work-related — I remain an optimistic person. I always look at the positive side of life. Of course, it is my personal relationship with God that keeps me moving and […]

Father Elias “Eli” Escanilla / 1951-2025: Pastor shared love of Christ and culture with all

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By Celia K. Downes Hawaii Catholic Herald Father Elias “Eli” Escanilla possessed a keen ability to cultivate many things — plants and animals; funds for church repairs and improvements; interest in the Philippines, his home country; and a sense of community and pride at the parishes where he served. At Holy Rosary Church in Paia, […]

New support center puts focus on front-line workers

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By Jennifer Rector Hawaii Catholic Herald In a mission to care for caregivers in the wake of the devastating 2023 wildfires, a new effort to support first responders has begun on Maui. The Maui Support Center is now open at St. Anthony School in Wailuku. Catholic Charities Hawaii is partnering with the American Red Cross […]