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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 […]
Photo: St. John the Baptist prepares for Advent with wreath-making
Parishioners of St. John the Baptist Church in Kalihi gathered in the parish hall Nov. 29 for a special Advent wreath-making event. The workshop offered parishioners a hands-on opportunity to create their own beautiful Advent wreaths to display in their homes throughout the season of Advent. More than just a craft session, the event also […]
Kalihi parish receives relic of St. Carlo Acutis
Marilyn Santos and Father Jaroslaw Z. Skrzypek displayed the relic of St. Carlo Acutis presented Sept. 11 to St. John the Baptist Church in Kalihi. (Courtesy Lisa Gomes) By Father Jaroslaw Z. SkrzypekSpecial to the Herald St. John the Baptist Church in Kalihi received a profound gift Sept. 11: a relic of newly canonized St. […]
Ann Frances Guerrero, St. John the Baptist Church: Puakenikeni prayers — Giving my best to God
Viriditas2: Soul Greening Interviewed by Sister Malia Dominica Wong, OP Hawaii Catholic Herald For Good Friday’s liturgy, Father Jarek Skrzypek asked parishioners to bring fresh flower leis for the veneration of the cross. You could hear the popping sound of plastic containers being opened as folks unwrapped their store-bought offerings. My leis were just tucked […]
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. […]