The work of retired Dominican Sisters of the Most Holy Rosary who once served in Hawaii continues in other ways By Sister Malia Dominica Wong, OP Hawaii Catholic Herald On a recent visit to the motherhouse of the Dominican Sisters of the Most Holy Rosary in Molo, Iloilo City, Philippines, I was surprised to see […]
‘Red-tagging’ threat fails to frighten Filipino superiors
By Catholic News Service MANILA, Philippines — Religious superiors in the Philippines have vowed not to back down from taking a strong stance against government mismanagement and corruption despite a political threat of being labeled “communists.” The religious superiors said in a statement July 17 that “red-tagging” would not deter them from criticizing the regime […]
Maui celebrates Philippines anniversary
Here are pictures by photographer Dann Ebina of the June 10 Maui celebration of the 500th anniversary of the introduction of Christianity to the Philippines at Christ the King Church in Kahului.
Missing Filipino priest found, unconscious and bound, after two days
By Catholic News Service MANILA, Philippines — A Catholic priest in the Philippines was found unconscious and tied up in his car after being reported missing two days earlier, said police, who suspect he was the victim of a kidnap attempt. Father Leoben Peregrino, 58, disappeared April 1, after parishioners saw him getting into his […]
500 years of FAITH
The anniversary of the arrival of Christianity in the Philippines has a special significance for Hawaii By Patrick Downes Hawaii Catholic Herald You could call it the second coming of the infant Jesus — the appearance 500 years ago of Santo Nino on the shores of Cebu island in the Philippines. The gift of the […]
Bishop urges collection for Philippines
Bishop Larry Silva is urging Hawaii parishes to conduct a second collection for the relief for vast areas in south and central Philippines devastated last month by Typhoon Rai. The death toll has risen to 375 while 56 people remained missing. Hundreds were injured and more than 400,000 were displaced by the intense storm, which […]
For Philippine weightlifter Miraculous Medal wins gold
By Catholic News Service TOKYO — Hidilyn Diaz became the Philippines’ first Olympic gold medal winner, set an Olympic record — and thanked her friends who prayed the Miraculous Medal novena. In a virtual news conference, the 30-year-old said she also prayed the novena and wore the medal. After winning July 26, the four-time Olympian […]
Second presentation on Philippine 500th anniversary of arrival of Christianity May 29
Dr. Clementina Ceria-Ulep of Our Lady of the Mount Parish in Honolulu will be the featured speaker at Hawaii’s second virtual gathering marking the 500th anniversary of the arrival of the Catholic faith in the Philippines, May 29, 10-11 a.m. Her topic is “Joy: A Convincing Sign of Mission.” Viewers will be given the opportunity […]
A story of pure grace
Hawaii is a grateful beneficiary of the 500-year-old evangelization of the Philippines By Patrick Downes Hawaii Catholic Herald The celebration of the 500th anniversary of the introduction of the Catholic faith to the Philippines is really a global one, marking an event that has come to grace the world over, including, in large measure, Hawaii. […]
Pope praises Filipino Catholics’ joyful witness of the Gospel
By Junno Arocho Esteves Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY — The joy of the Gospel has been an integral part of the Filipino identity since the arrival of Christianity in the Southeast Asian country five centuries ago, Pope Francis said. Commemorating the 500th anniversary of the arrival of Christianity in the Philippines March 15, the […]
