Hawaii Catholic Herald

Newspaper of the Diocese of Honolulu

Herald wins 5 awards from Catholic Media Association

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Hawaii Catholic Herald The Hawaii Catholic Herald received five writing awards for work published in 2023 from the Catholic Media Association June 21 during the group’s annual Catholic Media Conference in Atlanta. Reporter Jennifer Rector and former editor Patrick Downes took second place in the best coverage — disaster or crises category for their coverage […]

Father Kim remembered for aloha spirit, advocacy

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By Jennifer Rector Hawaii Catholic Herald Tears and laughter echoed through the Co-Cathedral of St. Theresa in Honolulu June 27 as people celebrated the life of Father Alapaki Kim, who was loved by many across Hawaii and was a strong advocate for the recognition and inclusion of Native Hawaiian traditions and culture in the church. […]

Dominican Sisters share gratitude, joy at Mass

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By Celia K. Downes Hawaii Catholic Herald The mood in Waipio was light and joyful last month as the Dominican Sisters of the Most Holy Rosary of the Philippines celebrated the 60th anniversary of their Hawaii region with a special Mass at Resurrection of the Lord Church. Bishop Larry Silva presided at the June 22 […]

Isle Knights hold annual convention, present awards

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By Robert Camilleri Special to the Herald On May 11 at St. Stephen Diocesan Center in Kaneohe, state deputy Randy Tom gaveled to order the Knights of Columbus’ 45th annual Hawaii State Council convention. Delegates from councils across Hawaii were in attendance. Earlier that day, Sacred Hearts Father Stephen Banjare celebrated the opening convention Mass […]

Talk story: Share your love, joy and presence with the sick

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OFFICE FOR SOCIAL MINISTRY “We pray that the sacrament of the anointing of the sick confer to those who receive it and their loved ones the power of the Lord and become ever more a visible sign of compassion and hope for all.” (Pope Francis’ prayer intention for July 2024: For the pastoral care of […]

Photos: Walking with the Lord

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On Corpus Christi, the feast of the body and blood of Christ, parishioners on Maui and Oahu took part in Eucharistic processions. Hawaii Catholic Herald Msgr. Gary Secor held up the monstrance June 8 at the Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of Peace in downtown Honolulu during adoration and benediction marking the conclusion of Oahu’s […]

With ‘tears of joy,’ Hilo native is ordained a transitional deacon

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By Jennifer Rector Hawaii Catholic Herald After years of discernment and preparation, Lawrence “Larry” Denis III is one step closer to becoming a priest. Bishop Larry Silva ordained Denis as a transitional deacon June 9 at St. Elizabeth Church in Aiea, during a Mass rich with symbolism and meaningful touches chosen by Deacon Denis. Before […]

Miami priest shares love of Eucharist with isle faithful

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    By Jennifer Rector Hawaii Catholic Herald The Diocese of Honolulu continued its participation in the National Eucharistic Revival by hosting a priest passionate about fitness, health and speaking to youth. Father Rafael Capo of the Archdiocese of Miami visited Oahu and Maui for events related to Hawaii’s own version of the National Eucharistic […]

Love of Eucharist shines bright in original musical

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  *Note: Several shows are now sold out. By Celia K. Downes Hawaii Catholic Herald An original musical inspired by the ongoing National Eucharistic Revival marks the stage-writing debut of its creator and another way for isle faithful to celebrate the body and blood of Christ. “Adore” follows the journey of a girl whose curiosity […]