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. […]