By Father Jaroslaw Skrzypek Special to the Herald From Feb. 2-8, the vibrant city of Santo Domingo in the Dominican Republic became a spiritual epicenter for the Neocatechumenal Way. I had the distinct privilege of attending a regional itinerant meeting, an experience that offered a profound glimpse into a living laboratory of faith, community and […]
A pilgrimage of faith and vocation
The Pacific island pilgrims sang “A Grandiose Sign” Aug. 2 as they entered the Basilica of Our Lady of Consolation in Visciano, Italy. (Courtesy Father Jaroslaw Z. Skrzypek) By Father Jaroslaw Z. SkrzypekSpecial to the Herald In a world often characterized by rapid change and digital distraction, a group of 230 young people from several […]
Reflection: A priest’s Lenten journey of conversion and renewal
By Father Jaroslaw Z. Skrzypek Special to the Herald As we enter the sacred season of Lent, the call to conversion resonates loudly not only within our communities but also within our hearts. It is a time for reflection, a moment to confront our spiritual complacencies and an invitation to grow deeper in our faith. […]
Photo: evangelizers
The communities of the Neocatechumenal Way at St. John the Baptist Parish in Kalihi participated in the worldwide Great Mission on each Sunday afternoon during the season of Easter. They set up chairs, a platform and speaker on the front lawn of the parish as a way of evangelizing — announcing the Good News of […]