The Vietnamese Holy Martyrs Catholic Community’s anniversary celebration Aug. 15 included a procession by the Daughters of the Society of St. Monica at the Co-Cathedral of St. Theresa in Honolulu. (Courtesy Dann Ebina) By Father Anthony TranSpecial to the Herald On Aug. 15, the solemnity of the Assumption of Mother Mary, the Vietnamese Holy Martyrs […]
Father Khanh Pham-Nguyen / 1965-2025: Humble, selfless pastor gave his all for his flock
A portrait of Father Khanh Pham-Nguyen was placed at the entrance of Sts. Peter and Paul Church in Honolulu Aug. 1 as parishioners gathered for a memorial Mass. (Courtesy Dann Ebina) By Celia K. DownesHawaii Catholic Herald Father Khanh Pham-Nguyen’s unwavering faith in God carried him across the sea more than 40 years ago from […]
Sea Sunday recognizes, honors fishermen’s sacrifices
By Deacon Marlowe SabaterSpecial to the Herald The Vatican declared the second Sunday of July as Sea Sunday, dedicated to bringing to the heart of the church the recognition of the hard work and sacrifices of the people who work on the ocean and are often overlooked by society. In his July 13 message, Jesuit […]
Creating a bond built on stewardship and ministry
By Catholic Stewardship Consultantswww.CatholicSteward.com It’s the goal of every Catholic couple to keep Christ and his church in the center of their marriage, but for David and Mary Tom, that goal was literal. After meeting and marrying at St. Stephen Church in Honolulu, the couple have remained integral to the parish community through a multitude […]