Hawaii Catholic Herald

Newspaper of the Diocese of Honolulu

Photos: Centennial celebration at St. Elizabeth

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Bishop Larry Silva has kept a packed schedule since returning from the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ fall plenary assembly in mid-November. Among his recent activities was celebrating Mass Nov. 24 to open the centennial year for St. Elizabeth Church in Aiea, with many faithful and dozens of priests in attendance. Photographer Dann Ebina captured […]

Sister Merle Lebaquin and Sister Merced Gumban, Dominican Sisters of the Most Holy Rosary: Mission and grace

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Viriditas2: Soul Greening Interviewed by Sister Malia Dominica Wong, OPHawaii Catholic Herald Sisters Merced Gumban, above right, and Merle Lebaquin both entered the Dominican Sisters of the Most Holy Rosary of the Philippines in 1978 and have been professed for 44 years. They recently volunteered at a special medical mission in Molo, Iloilo, Philippines. Sr. […]

Official notices: July 18, 2025

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Bishop’s schedule July 20-31, pilgrimage to the Philippines for the July 25 centennial of the founding of the Dominican Sisters of the Most Holy Rosary, Iloilo. July 23, 4:30 p.m., Mass for “Fiat Day” for the celebration of the centennial of the founding of the Dominican Sisters of the Most Holy Rosary, Iloilo Convention Center, […]

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 […]

Sister Dina Danos, Dominican Sisters of the Most Holy Rosary: Finding strength through God’s grace

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Viriditas2: Soul Greening Interviewed by Sister Malia Dominica Wong, OP Hawaii Catholic Herald Last December, I had a regular mammogram. My doctor asked me to return to the office as a lump was found in my right breast. This was followed by a biopsy. I was later told to consult a surgeon for advice. Because […]

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 […]

Dominican sisters mark 6 decades of service in Hawaii

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By Jennifer Rector Hawaii Catholic Herald The Dominican Sisters of the Most Holy Rosary of the Philippines have influenced the lives of thousands of students in Hawaii for decades, giving their lives to service, education and love. This year, the sisters in distinctive white-and-black habits are celebrating 60 years of the founding of their Hawaii […]

Sister Catherine Velarde, Dominican Sister of the Most Holy Rosary: Where Holy Spirit leads, I will follow

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Viriditas2: Soul Greening Interviewed by Sister Malia Dominica Wong, OP Hawaii Catholic Herald There are many saints by the name of Catherine. For example, there is St. Catherine Laboure, St. Catherine of Alexandria and St. Catherine of Siena. It was only after I entered the convent that I learned of St. Catherine of Siena. And, […]

Two former Hawaii missionaries elected to Dominicans’ leadership

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By Sister Malia Dominica Wong, OP Special to the Herald The Dominican Sisters of the Most Holy Rosary of the Philippines held their 13th general chapter (meeting), July 2-22, at the Holy Rosary Prayer and Reflection Center in Calumpang, Molo, Iloilo City in the Philippines. The general chapter is the highest governing body of the […]