The diocese’s Micronesian community celebrates its faith and the bicentennial of Catholicism in Hawaii By Celia K. Downes Hawaii Catholic Herald The Diocese of Honolulu’s Micronesian Catholic community hosted a vibrant and joyful celebration over two days last month, sharing their culture, traditions and strong legacy of Catholic faith as part of the broader commemoration […]
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In hospital ministry, presence matters
By Lisa Dahm Hawaii Catholic Herald Being present with someone who is ill — sitting at his or her bedside — can make all the difference between spiraling sickness and spiritual health for patients and their families. Called the ministry of presence, this indispensable form of spiritual care is an essential component of hospital ministry. […]
La Salette Father Santiago ‘Sunny’ Ner / 1937-2026: Former Oahu, Maui pastor had ‘joyful and loving presence’
By Lisa Dahm Hawaii Catholic Herald Father Santiago “Sunny” Ner was beloved in the Diocese of Honolulu for his indefatigable smile and for the love and care he showed his parishioners and fellow clergy at St. Joseph Church in Waipahu and St. Joseph Church in Makawao. Father Ner, a Missionaries of Our Lady of La […]
Doctors clear Pope Leo for lengthy South American trip this month
OSV News Two weeks after surgery for lung cancer, Pope Leo XIV has been cleared by doctors to proceed with his planned Nov. 6-17 trip to South America, the longest and most demanding journey of his pontificate so far. In a statement released Oct. 26, papal physician Dr. Luigi Carbone said there are no medical […]
Bishop’s letter: On the upcoming second collection for the Catholic Campaign for Human Development
Nov. 1, 2026 “The Lord is the refuge of the poor.” (Psalm 14:6) Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, Peace be with you! Sunday, Nov. 15, is the 10th World Day of the Poor, whose theme this year is “The Lord is the refuge of the poor.” In his message for this day, Pope Leo […]
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Educators’ conference expands to all in bicentennial year
Bicentennial Planning Committee Special to the Herald For years, the Annual Conference for Catholic Educators, or ACCE, has been a gathering for the teachers and administrators who form young hearts and minds in Hawaii’s Catholic schools. In the bicentennial year, that gathering opens its doors wider than ever before. Next year’s ACCE, “Forming Disciples Together,” […]
Order of Saint Lazarus invites all to witness investiture weekend
By Anthony Selvanathan Special to the Herald As the Catholic Church in Hawaii prepares to celebrate 200 years of faith in the islands, members of a Christian order whose origins date to the Crusades are preparing to gather in Honolulu for four days of prayer, fellowship and service. The Military and Hospitaller Order of Saint […]
Answering God’s call leads to lifetime of happy service
By Catholic Stewardship Consultants www.CatholicSteward.com Evelyn Balatico is a familiar face around her parish, St. John the Baptist in Honolulu. In over 50 years as a parishioner, she has lovingly shared her time wherever it was needed. From Sunday school and the food bank to the homebound ministry, Balatico recognizes that we can’t just wait […]
Generosity benefits giver, community and parish
By Catholic Stewardship Consultants www.CatholicSteward.com One of the most visible expressions of stewardship is generosity. Yet Christian generosity is about far more than financial giving. It begins with recognizing that everything we have comes from God and responding to his blessings with grateful and open hearts. Every person has received gifts from God. Some gifts […]
Honoring seafarers on World Mission Sunday
By Deacon Marlowe Sabater Special to the Herald Oct. 18 marked the centennial of World Mission Sunday, established by Pope Pius XI in 1926. This year, Pope Leo XIV chose the theme “One in Christ, United in Mission,” inviting the faithful to renew their commitment to sharing Christ’s love with the world. The Diocese of […]
Knights of Peter Claver mark first, successful year in isles
Special to the Herald The Knights of Peter Claver and Ladies Auxiliary of Unit 419 marked one year since they were established in the Diocese of Honolulu with a special Mass Sept. 12 at the Co-Cathedral of St. Theresa in Honolulu. St. Theresa’s pastor, Father Manny Hewe, celebrated the Mass and was joined by Father […]
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