‘Sow seeds of love’: Pontiff calls on faithful to overcome divisions
People cheered Sept. 5 as Pope Francis arrived in the popemobile at Gelora Bung Karno Stadium in Jakarta, Indonesia, to celebrate Mass. (Lola Gomez / CNS) Catholic News Service Pope Francis embarked...
View ArticleHOPE Services Hawaii reaches people where they are
Ray Reyes, left, with his family: son Joeb-Zaiston Reyes, grandson Mason-Ray Reyes, daughter Xadeisha Reyes and wife Malia Reyes. (Courtesy HOPE Services Hawaii) By Celia K. Downes Hawaii Catholic...
View ArticleYoung people energize pontiff on historic trip
Pope Francis greeted a child before celebrating Mass Sept. 12 at Singapore’s National Stadium. (Vatican Media / CNS) By Cindy Wooden Catholic News Service ABOARD THE PAPAL FLIGHT FROM SINGAPORE — The...
View ArticleOfficial notices: Sept. 27, 2024
Bishop’s schedule 27, 10 a.m., diocesan department heads, St. Stephen Diocesan Center (SSDC), Kaneohe; 12 p.m., Hawaii Catholic Conference, SSDC. 28, 10 a.m., funeral Mass for Deacon Manuel Pascua,...
View ArticleBishop Larry Silva: Do not be afraid to live and speak our faith
WITNESS TO JESUS | TWENTY-FOURTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME Here is the prepared text of the homily delivered on Sept. 14 at Holy Family Church, Honolulu, for the installation of Father Dario Rinaldi as...
View ArticleSacred Hearts Academy celebrates 115 years
Second graders performed a hula during the Sept. 12 assembly and pep rally. (Courtesy Sacred Hearts Academy) Hawaii Catholic Herald Sacred Hearts Academy marked 115 years of providing Catholic...
View ArticleThe rosary is a powerful way to meditate and pray
The rosary is often prayed in church but can be prayed anywhere — even while driving or cleaning. (Photo by Celia K. Downes / Hawaii Catholic Herald) By Celia K. Downes Hawaii Catholic Herald Rare is...
View ArticleVote for ‘lesser evil,’ Pope Francis advises U.S. Catholics
By Cindy Wooden Catholic News Service ABOARD THE PAPAL FLIGHT FROM SINGAPORE — Asked what a U.S. Catholic should do given a choice between voting for a person who supports abortion or one who supports...
View ArticleGeneral decree: Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin...
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View Article5 schools join programs to offer free or reduced-price meals
Eligible students at five schools across Hawaii, from early learning centers to high schools, can receive free or reduced-price meals this academic year. (CNS file photo / 2018) Hawaii Catholic Herald...
View ArticleThe School News: Oct. 11, 2024
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View ArticleReflection: An isle family’s deep connection to Father Damien
Alexander Pollard Hussey Kaaikaula Hussey By Alika Hussey Sheldon Special to the Herald Sometimes in a family’s long and complicated history, a story emerges from a long-lost relative that was shared...
View Article15 years a saint: Recalling St. Damien’s canonization
Banners were hung from St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome on Oct. 11, 2009, featuring Father Damien and others who were also canonized that day. (CNS file photo) By Jennifer Rector Hawaii Catholic Herald On...
View ArticleLand sale agreement will bring ‘critical funds’ to diocese
Mary, Star of the Sea Church and School and Kahala Nui are neighbors in Waialae-Kahala. (Photos by Celia K. Downes / Hawaii Catholic Herald) By Celia K. Downes Hawaii Catholic Herald For the past 19...
View ArticleAGAPE marks 35 years of celebrating, serving youth
Participants in a recent AGAPE retreat gather for a photo. (Courtesy Geri and Al Simbahon) By Celia K. Downes Hawaii Catholic Herald The AGAPE Youth and Young Adult Ministry has been active so long,...
View ArticleThe Parish News: Oct. 25, 2024
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View ArticleCHARLES ‘CHUCK’ E. FURR / 1938-2024: Active layman lived life with ‘one foot...
Chuck Furr is seen with Padre Pio resources and memorabilia in his Kailua home. Furr was the caregiver of his uncle, William Carrigan, who was the saint’s “best American friend.” (HCH file photo)...
View ArticleReclaiming Halloween
Halloween displays don’t have to be spooky. Outside Rosary Preschool in Waipio, pumpkins and cartoon characters reflect a hap-pier message. (Celia K. Downes / Hawaii Catholic Herald) Together with All...
View ArticleA faithful citizen’s guide to voting in Hawaii
OSV News By Eva Andrade Special to the Herald Voting is not only a civic duty but, as Catholics, a responsibility to engage in the electoral process with a heart aligned to our faith. The document...
View ArticleA letter from Bishop Larry Silva on the importance of voting
Election day is near, a day of great importance for our country. All parishioners are urged to vote after prayerfully considering the issues and candidates. We call your attention to Bishop Silva’s...
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