Bishop’s schedule Nov. 18-22, annual Convocation of Priests, Prince Waikiki Hotel, Honolulu. Nov. 24, 3:30 p.m., Mass for the 25th anniversary of the Vietnamese Eucharistic Youth Movement of the Vietnamese Holy Martyrs Catholic Community, Co-Cathedral of St. Theresa, Honolulu. Nov. 26, 9:30 a.m., Bishop’s Administrative Advisory Council (virtual). Nov. 28, 9 a.m., Thanksgiving Day Mass, […]
Mary Adamski: Volunteering with a grateful, joyous heart
View from the pew The origin of our traditional holiday of Thanksgiving was a combination of body and soul, feasting and religious observance. That is still true for thousands of celebrants who address their prayers of thanks to God in the many ways he is known by the many cultures that have made this country […]
Parish secretaries give thanks
Thanksgiving is a day for gratitude and giving back
By Catholic Stewardship Consultants www.CatholicSteward.com Thanksgiving is a cherished holiday in the United States, celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November each year. While it may not have religious origins, Thanksgiving holds a deep significance in the Catholic Church and serves as a perfect example of living the stewardship way of life. As Catholics, we […]
Photo: Thanksgiving preparation
The youth, young adults and parishioners of St. Theresa Church in Mountain View and its mission Holy Rosary Church in Keaau, on the Big Island, were on the move on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 23, feeding their less fortunate brothers and sisters, captured in this collage created by the parish. Three hundred plates were prepared at […]
Mahalo music
For these difficult times, a sampling of melodies that express appreciation and gratitude By Anna Weaver Hawaii Catholic Herald Tough times of anxiety call for songs of comfort, joy and thanks to God. The following is a mix of both secular and Christian songs of gratitude to uplift you during this month of Thanksgiving, along […]
Unexpected pandemic blessings
Compiled by Anna Weaver Hawaii Catholic Herald In anticipation of Thanksgiving, we asked our readers to submit their unexpected moments of gratitude that have emerged during the pandemic so far. Here are four responses: Under one roof By Caren Sue Argenzia Kapolei Very blessed and grateful my ohana is under one roof for Thanksgiving. […]
Sarah and David Herrmann: Did you remember to invite Jesus?
EMBRACING FAMILY “Whatever you did for one of these least brothers of mine, you did for me.” (Matthew 25:40) Thinking back on the origins of Thanksgiving, it is interesting to note that much of what we consider “traditional” about it never transpired. The meat served was documented as “fowl” (possibly turkey, ducks, geese and swans). […]
28 days of blessings: Thanksgiving to Christmas challenge
By Anna Weaver Hawaii Catholic Herald As I write this, it’s less than a week past Halloween, and already the online publications are releasing their holiday gift lists, and stores are pushing their seasonal sales. Santa is perched on Ala Moana Shopping Center’s roof, and I haven’t even had the chance to decide what I’m […]
For Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 23 | Psalm 136: A Hawaiian version
Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good, His aloha endures forever. Give thanks to the God of gods. His aloha endures forever. To him who alone does great wonders. His aloha endures forever. Who warms the days with the sun, His aloha endures forever. And with the moon and stars illumines the night. […]
