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Stewardship Day set with a slate of sessions on time, talent, treasure
The diocesan Stewardship and Development office will host its fifth annual “Stewardship Day,” Jan. 28 at Mary, Star of the Sea Church in Waialae-Kahala. This year’s Stewardship Day features a keynote...
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A look back at 2016
2016 snapshots: Sacred Hearts Brothers profess their final vows Cardinal Soane Mafi of Tonga visits Hawaii A blessing by newly ordained Father EJ Resinto APeX Ministries at Diocesan Youth Day Lei at...
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Father Gary Secor named monsignor
Bishop Larry Silva, left, congratulates Father Gary Secor on his new title of “Monsignor,” which was announced at the Kamiano Center, Dec. 22, at the Christmas party for diocesan staff. (HCH photo |...
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World scarred by war, greed must welcome prince of peace, pope says
Pope Francis kisses a figurine of the baby Jesus as he arrives to celebrate Christmas Eve Mass in St. Peter’s Basilica at the Vatican Dec. 24. (CNS photo/Paul Haring) By Junno Arocho Esteves Catholic...
View ArticleOfficial notices: Jan. 13, 2017
Bishop’s calendar Bishop’s Schedule [Events indicated will be attended by Bishop’s delegate] January 14, Pilgrimage to Kalaupapa, Molokai. January 15, 2:00 pm, Mass with the Rite of Admission Candidacy...
View ArticleDiocese lists special liturgical days to be observed in 2017
By Patrick Downes Hawaii Catholic Herald The diocesan Office of Worship last month published a list of special liturgical days to be observed in the Diocese of Honolulu in the year 2017. These include...
View ArticleRespect life marches on Oahu and Maui to mark abortion ruling
A rally and march on Oahu and a march on Maui will mark the U.S. Supreme Court’s historic Roe vs. Wade decision that resulted in abortion on demand across the country more than 40 years ago. The Oahu...
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Diocese hosts Taize prayer for Week of Christian Unity
Faithful kneel and bow around an iconographic cross during the Taize prayer service for the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity at the Newman Center in Manoa, Jan. 21, 2016. (HCH file photo)...
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Magi’s journey reflects people’s longing for God, pope says on Epiphany
Gallery photos: Pope Francis leads the Angelus from his studio overlooking St. Peter’s Square at the Vatican Jan. 6, the feast of the Epiphany. Clowns are seen in St. Peter’s Square during the annual...
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Word on Fire: Media-savvy bishop makes first visit to Isles
Los Angeles Archbishop Robert Barron has been using video and other media to evangelize through his “Word on Fire” Catholic ministries. (Photo courtesy Word on Fire Catholic ministries) By Darlene J.M....
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Obituary: Father Joseph Louis Carroll | 1926-2017
‘Supply priest’ served many Isle parishes By Patrick Downes Hawaii Catholic Herald Father Joseph Louis Carroll, the Oklahoma-born former military chaplain who served numerous parishes in Hawaii for...
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Movie review: ‘Silence’
Liam Neeson stars in a scene from the movie “Silence.” (CNS photo/Paramount) A tale of frailty and fidelity By John Mulderig Catholic News Service NEW YORK — Directed and co-written (with Jay Cocks) by...
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Capitol marchers stand up for the dignity of unborn life
Students from St. Elizabeth School Aiea walk carrying pro-life posters they created. (HCH photos | Darlene Dela Cruz) Youth carry signs in front of the Honolulu state capitol during the 44th annual...
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Bolt of lightning a blessing for Oahu country parish
Capuchin Franciscan Father Paulo Kosaka stands in front of the new Our Lady of Mount Carmel parish building. (HCH photo | Sister Malia Dominica Wong) Story and photos by Sister Malia Dominica Wong, OP...
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Red Mass: Positive law is ‘reflective of the divine mind’
Island clergy and the congregation at the diocese’s annual Red Mass, Jan. 17, raise their hands in a blessing over local civic, military and law enforcement leaders in attendance at the Cathedral...
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Congratulations and concern
U.S. President Donald Trump places his hand on the Bible as he takes the oath of office administered by U.S. Chief Justice John Roberts Jan. 20. At Trump’s side are his wife, Melania, and children...
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Sister Lorlene Panaligan, Dominican Sisters of the Most Holy Rosary: Being...
VIRIDITAS: SOUL GREENING Interviewed by Sister Malia Dominica Wong, OP Hawaii Catholic Herald As a young woman aspiring to become a religious sister, I used to go with other young women to the...
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Recognition for years of service
Marking milestones National Catholic Schools Week culminated in Hawaii Feb. 3 with the Annual Conference for Catholic Educators at Sacred Hearts Academy. Faculty and staff of Hawaii Catholic Schools...
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Marching for life
Pro-life advocates make their way toward the U.S. Supreme Court Jan. 27 during the annual Marchf For Life in Washington. (CNS photo/Leslie E. Kossoff) Jubilant crowd gathers in Washington for annual...
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Global refugee crisis is complex, says director of Caritas
Philippine Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle of Manila, president of Caritas Internationalis, speaks alongside Maronite Father Paul Karam, president of Caritas Lebanon, during a Jan. 30 visit to Beirut. The...
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