Hawaii Catholic Herald / Hawaii Catholic Schools Two parochial schools serving the youngest learners have changed their classroom setup: Meanwhile, Five Catholic campuses in the Diocese of Honolulu welcome new administrators starting this academic year. All are veteran educators with experience at both religious and secular institutions who bring strong records of achievement to their […]
Men’s ministry continues mission with annual conference
Special to the Herald The Catholic Men’s Fellowship of Hawaii is preparing to host its fifth annual Catholic Men’s Conference this month, not long after the tragic and unexpected passing of the organization’s chair, Ron Gochenouer. Many attendees will surely keep Gochenouer in mind, honoring his legacy of bringing to Hawaii nationally recognized leaders in […]
Couple urges all to consider legacy gift to church
By Catholic Stewardship Consultants www.CatholicSteward.com Mark and Nora Pillori belong to St. Anthony of Padua Church in Kailua, and as they planned for the future, one of their highest priorities was including the parish in their wills. By setting aside a portion of their estate to support St. Anthony, they hope to encourage more parishioners […]
Robert M. Mondoy / 1952-2026: Beloved musician’s works, spirit are ‘a gift to the world’
Hawaii Catholic Herald Robert M. Mondoy was a prolific musician, composer, director and arranger of sacred music who brought an enthusiastic infusion of island culture into his life’s work. Whether he was pounding on a pipe organ, strumming an ukulele or singing with full voice in churches across the diocese, Mondoy’s liturgical music beautifully blended […]
Parishioner loves to serve in the Lord’s vineyard
By Catholic Stewardship Consultants www.CatholicSteward.com Esther Tokars of St. John Vianney Church in Kailua lives by an important precept — “the Lord needs workers in his vineyard” — and a major part of her life is serving the parish. Tokars’ understanding of serving the Lord goes back to when she was growing up at St. […]
Catholic educators honor their peers at annual luncheon
Hawaii Catholic Herald Hawaii Catholic Schools’ year-end Golden Pine“apple” Awards gathering honoring the state’s top teacher, top administrator and retiring educators took on a poignant tone May 8 as Bishop Larry Silva joined the ranks of those being celebrated ahead of their retirement. The annual recognition luncheon’s keynote speaker this year was Bishop Silva, whose […]
The School News: April 24, 2026
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St. John Vianney School celebrates 60 years of education
By Earl Walker Special to the Herald The Kailua community gathered Jan. 25 to celebrate the 60th anniversary of St. John Vianney School at its 15th annual “Breakfast With the Bishop.” The special guest at the Sunday morning event was Bishop Larry Silva. A delicious buffet breakfast was served by teachers and parents to more […]
Scouting and faith anchor Kailua ohana
By Catholic Stewardship Consultants www.CatholicSteward.com The Garcia family is seven members strong, but it grows even larger when it includes fellow parishioners at St. Anthony of Padua Church and St. John Vianney Church, both in Kailua. As such, the Garcias feel called to get involved. “We all participate in our family life, so we are […]
Parish boundaries: Maps, decree
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 […]