Hawaii Catholic Herald

Newspaper of the Diocese of Honolulu

St. Catherine youth receive first Communion, confirmation

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Special to the Herald The Catechism of the Catholic Church describes the Eucharist as a “sacrament of love, a sign of unity, a bond of charity, a paschal banquet ‘in which Christ is consumed, the mind is filled with grace, and a pledge of future glory is given to us.’” (CCC 1323) On June 29, […]

Filipino cardinal to join 2 major U.S. gatherings

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USCCB president calls Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle’s presence ‘a gift’ By Gina Christian OSV News A Manila-born cardinal will be the special guest at a gathering of Asian and Pacific Islander Catholics in July, ahead of his participation in the National Eucharistic Congress. Bishop Larry Silva of Honolulu announced May 20 that Cardinal Luis Antonio […]

Bishop Larry Silva: Steadfast faith helps us endure toughest storms

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WITNESS TO JESUS | TWELFTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME Here is the prepared text of the homily delivered at Sacred Heart Church, Hawi, on the occasion of the opening of Sacred Heart’s centennial celebration and the blessing of its renovated church. Marriage is a wonderful sacrament that joins a man and a woman together in […]

Official notices: July 5, 2024

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Bishop’s schedule July 5, 11:30 a.m., Serra Club seminarian luncheon, Natsunoya Tea House, Honolulu. July 6, 4:30 p.m., memorial Mass for Masa Yogi with Sisters of St. Francis of the Neumann Communities, St. Marianne Cope Chapel, Liliha. July 7, 10 a.m., confirmation and first holy Communion, Sacred Hearts Church, Lanai City. July 9, 8:30 a.m., […]

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 […]

Bishop Larry Silva: God calls to us when we leave Jesus behind

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  Witness to Jesus | Memorial of the Immaculate Heart of the Blessed Virgin Mary Here is the prepared text of the homily delivered on June 8 at the Co-Cathedral of St. Theresa in Honolulu as part of the diocesan Eucharistic Congress. How easy it is to leave Jesus behind! I am sure Mary and […]

‘Pure joy enveloped me’

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The diocese gains three new priests in Kurt Meyer, Francis Hai Pham and Anthony Tran By Jennifer Rector Hawaii Catholic Herald Perhaps fittingly, the Diocese of Honolulu’s latest priestly ordination occurred on the eve of the weekend marking the feast of the Holy Trinity. Fitting because Bishop Larry Silva ordained three deacons who have spent […]

Flock of shepherds

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At top, Bishop Larry Silva, center left, and Deacon Anthony Tran, center right, stood with priests from across the diocese May 23 during the annual priests retreat at St. Stephen Diocesan Center in Kaneohe. Above, Deacon Tran attended to bless his chalice, seen during the Eucharistic prayer as Bishop Silva celebrated Mass, ahead of his […]

Bishop Larry Silva: God never stops saying he loves us

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WITNESS TO JESUS | TRINITY SUNDAY Here is the prepared text of the homily delivered May 25-26 at St. Patrick Church, Kaimuki; Immaculate Conception Church, Ewa; and Newman Center/Holy Spirit Parish, Manoa, in celebration of confirmation and first Communion. I am sure that for all of you children, your parents only have to tell you […]

Bishop Larry Silva: Jesus is in heaven, and also with us now

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Witness to Jesus | Ascension of the Lord Here is the prepared text of the homily delivered on May 12 at St. Philomena Church, Honolulu, and Sacred Heart Church, Honolulu, in celebration of confirmation and first Communion. The worst thing that could happen as we think about the ascension of Jesus into heaven, which we […]