Decree Promulgating Parish Boundaries Whereas throughout the world the Latin Church, in accord with ancient Roman law, is divided into territorial areas which are governed by a diocesan bishop or an equivalent in law (Code of Canon Law, canon 372 §1); Whereas dioceses too are divided into distinct parts called “parishes,” which are ordinarily territorial […]
Bishop Larry Silva: ‘Vanities’ fade, but God’s love is always with you
Witness to Jesus | Eighteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time Here is the prepared text of the homily delivered Aug. 3 at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Papaikou, Hawaii island, in celebration of confirmation and first holy Communion. This is a wonderful day for all of you who are going to receive confirmation and first […]
Creating connections is key to fostering stewardship
By Catholic Stewardship Consultants www.CatholicSteward.com When Mary Kay Espejo — a parishioner at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in the Hamakua Catholic Community on Hawaii island — is asked why she is involved in the life of the church, she chuckles because, for her, involvement is not optional. “It is just what we do,” Espejo […]