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After long journeys, deacons prepare for priestly ordinations

05/20/2026 by Hawaii Catholic Herald

By Lisa Dahm Hawaii Catholic Herald Two homegrown deacons will be ordained to the priesthood this month, adding to the growing tally of isle natives who have answered God’s call. On May 22 at 6 p.m., Bishop Larry Silva will ordain Deacon Taylor K. Mitchell and Deacon John Jacob Akau at the Co-Cathedral of St. […]

Filed Under: Local News, Ordination Tagged With: Bishop Larry Silva, Co-Cathedral of St. Theresa, Deacon John Jacob Akau, Deacon Taylor K. Mitchell, Honolulu, priestly ordination

Bishop Silva, Deacon Mitchell honored by EPIC Ministry

01/14/2026 by Hawaii Catholic Herald

Special to the Herald Bishop Larry Silva was honored as this year’s recipient of the EPIC Award during the annual EPIC Ministry Christmas banquet Dec. 27 at the Hawaii Okinawa Center in Waipio. The award recognizes individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the local church, particularly in ministries for young people. Lisa Gomes, director […]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Alex Cook, Bishop Larry Silva, Christine Licato, Christmas banquet, Deacon Taylor K. Mitchell, EPIC Award, EPIC ministry, Young Adult of the Year award

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