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[Saints Peter & Paul Church, Honolulu (Confirmation & First Communion)]

Did you ever have the experience of hearing spooky stories at night?  We tend not to sleep very well, tossing and turning, thinking that terrible things could happen to us.  Maybe we would rather not be alone and want the protection of someone else, just in case we become one of the characters in a spooky story.  Sometimes this is just in our imagination, and we eventually realize there is no real threat to us.  But sometimes there really is a person who is out to get us, who would like to take away our peace and our confidence in God, and that person is Satan.  He was there at the beginning of creation, when he tempted Adam and Eve to disobey God.  He was there in the lives of some of the people Jesus met, and Jesus cast out these demons from them.  They led people to do sinful and terrible things, and they were a fright to all around them.  But Jesus had the power to cast them out.  Even then, Satan, in his very tricky ways, was there to cause others to accuse Jesus of casting out demons by the power of Beelzebul, or Satan, the Master of demons.  This was the argument Jesus had with these people.  Read more...

Father Manny Hewe, left, Father E.J. Resinto and Father Mark Gantley laid their hands on the newly ordained as priests from across the diocese bestowed their blessings.  (Courtesy Dann Ebina)

By Jennifer Rector
Hawaii Catholic Herald

Perhaps fittingly, the Diocese of Honolulu’s latest priestly ordination occurred on the eve of the weekend marking the feast of the Holy Trinity.

Fitting because Bishop Larry Silva ordained three deacons who have spent years in prayer and preparation for the momentous occasion.

Bishop Silva ordained Kurt Meyer, Francis Hai Pham and Anthony Tran on May 24 at the Co-Cathedral of St. Theresa in Honolulu. The men made their priestly promises in front of their families and friends, as well as faithful from across the diocese.

“Pure joy enveloped me as I nervously pondered whether this incredible moment was truly happening,” said Father Tran.  Read more...

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From the Office for Social Ministry

“The poor and the earth are crying out. O Lord help us to protect all life, to prepare for a better future, for the coming of your Kingdom of justice, peace, love and beauty. Praise be to you! - “Laudato Si’ On Care for Our Common Home” - Pope Francis (May 24, 2015)

When Pope Francis released his encyclical Laudato Si nine years ago this May, he had the inspiring intention of echoing the teachings of his patron saint to protect and care for each other and our common home, listening to the voice of the most vulnerable in “the cry of the poor and the earth.” Laudato Si was inspired by a song composed by St. Francis of Assisi in the 13th century called the Canticle of the Sun which pays tribute to God, our creator through the repetition of the Italian phrase, “Laudato Si” or “Praise be to you.” The song in essence praises the Lord for the creation of the sun, moon, stars, wind, water and earth–and likens these elements to siblings in a shared family under God to emphasize our interconnectedness as one ‘ohana. Pope Francis’s Laudato Si, which calls for a major global shift in producing a better future for all in our common home, is still generating talk story sessions and pastoral collaborative action around the world.  Read more...

Catholic Charities Hawai‘i is looking for more volunteers as a driver and/or chaperone to assist kupuna 60 years and older for our Transportation Friends for Kupuna (TFK) Project.

As a volunteer driver, you will use your own vehicle to transport kupuna clients to needed destinations, and as a chaperone, you will assist in accompanying kupuna to and from their destinations. Your contribution as a volunteer will make a meaningful impact on the lives of frail kupuna who live independently.

If you are interested or need more information, please contact Program Volunteer Coordinator at (808) 527-4783

Friday, June 21, 2024, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Saturday, June 22, 2024, 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
St. John Apostle and Evangelist Church,
One Community Center

The Life in the Spirit Seminar will feature guest speakers Fr. Anthony Rapozo, Dcn. Raffy Mendoza, Tina Andrade, Dr. Maria Victoria Achaval, and Dr. Jorge Samaniego. Praise and worship will be provided by the Hawaii Catholic Charismatic Renewal Services Worship Team.

Flyer available HERE.

Saturday, June 22, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.
Mary, Star of the Sea Church, Honolulu

From the Office for Social Ministry

At Mary, Star of the Sea Church on Oahu, parishioners established their Ministry for Persons with Disabilities by welcoming persons with varying gifts and abilities to celebrate the “’Ohana Mass.” Ushers who are members of the Knights of Columbus offer a warm welcome and escort them to the designated pews where they were able to better participate in the Eucharist. After Mass, the community continues fellowship together through a potluck supper where all joyfully serve each other with nourishing food and aloha. These “‘Ohana Masses” and potluck fellowship normally take place on the fourth Saturday each month, 5:30 PM at Mary, Star of the Sea where all are welcomed to celebrate and share their gifts as one ‘Ohana.

Live stream available at Mary, Star of the Sea's YouTube Channel.

For more information, please call the parish office at (808) 734-0396 or email rafmendoza@rcchawaii.org.

Saint Barnabas the Apostle

Early First Century–c. 61
Memorial - June 11

Saint Barnabas, originally named Joseph, was born on the isle of Cyprus and was a Jew of the tribe of Levi (see Acts 4:36). Nothing else is known about his early life. During Jesus’ public ministry, Joseph became His fervent follower and might have been one of the seventy-two disciples whom Jesus sent out on a mission (see Luke 10:1–24). After Pentecost, as the Church in Jerusalem began to grow, the Apostles changed Joseph’s name to Barnabas, which means “son of encouragement.” His name change might have occurred because Barnabas supported the Church when he “sold a piece of property that he owned, then brought the money and put it at the feet of the apostles” (Acts 4:37). This is the first mention of Barnabas in the New Testament.  Read more...

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There are many opportunities to view Mass via live stream from various churches in the Diocese of Honolulu.

OAHU

Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of Peace, downtown Honolulu
Sundays at 10 AM
Weekdays at 12 PM, Saturdays at 12 PM and 5 PM
https://www.cathedralofourladyofpeace.com/LiveStream.html

Co-Cathedral of St. Theresa, Kalihi
Sundays at 10:30 AM
Mondays to Thursdays at 6:30 AM, Fridays & Saturdays at 8 AM
https://www.facebook.com/hicocathedral

Mystical Rose Oratory, Kaimuki
Sundays at 10 AM
https://www.facebook.com/mysticalroseoratoryHI/

Newman Center, Manoa
Sundays at 5 PM
https://www.facebook.com/NewmanHawaii/

Mary, Star of the Sea, Waialae-Kahala
Saturdays at 5:30 PM
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVaHZ63dLgyxEujc20LzkAw

Our Lady of Perpetual Help, Ewa Beach
Sundays at 9 AM
https://www.facebook.com/olphparishewabeach

Our Lady of Sorrows, Wahiawa
Sundays at 9 AM
https://www.facebook.com/olswahiawa/live
or https://www.olswahiawa.org

Our Lady of the Mount, Kalihi
Sundays at 9 AM
https://www.facebook.com/olmkalihi/

Resurrection of the Lord, Waipio
Sundays at 9:30 AM
https://www.facebook.com/ResurrectionHI/live

St. Anthony, Kalihi
Sundays at 8:30 AM, Weekdays at 6:30 AM, Saturdays at 7 AM
https://www.facebook.com/saintanthony.kalihi

St. Augustine, Waikiki
Saturdays at 5 PM
https://www.facebook.com/StAugustineHawaii

St. Elizabeth, Aiea
Sundays at 10 AM
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_bh9hK77HA3nwfXpaoZgww

St. Joseph, Waipahu
Sundays at 10 AM, Weekdays at 6:30 AM, Saturdays at 7 AM
https://www.facebook.com/StJosephChurchWaipahu/

St. Pius X, Manoa
Sundays at 11 AM
Facebook: Diocese Of Honolulu Evangelization Taskforce

St. Michael, Waialua
Sundays at 11 AM, Wednesdays at 7 AM
https://www.facebook.com/stsmichaelpeterpaul
or https://stsmichaelpeterpaul.org

St. Rita, Nanakuli
Sundays at 9 AM
https://www.facebook.com/stritananakuli/
or YouTube

St. Roch, Kahuku
Sundays at 7:30 AM
https://www.facebook.com/KahukuHawaii

St. Stephen, Nuuanu
Sundays at 10 AM
https://www.facebook.com/St-Stephens-Catholic-Church-Nuuanu-100906711581421/live
 

HAWAII

Immaculate Heart of Mary, Papaikoi & St. Anthony, Laupahoehoe
Sundays at 8 AM (St. Anthony, Laupahoehoe)
Sundays at 10 AM (Immaculate Heart of Mary, Papaikoi)
Saturdays at 5 PM (Immaculate Heart of Mary, Papaikoi)
https://www.facebook.com/Hamakua-Catholic-Community-110985457198038/

Our Lady of Lourdes, Honokaa
Sundays at 9 AM & 6:30 PM, Saturdays at 5:30 PM
https://www.facebook.com/ourladyoflourdeshonokaa
 

KAUAI

St. Catherine, Kapaa
Sundays at 9:30 AM, Mondays to Saturdays at 7 AM
https://www.kauaistcatherine.church
or https://www.facebook.com/stcatherinekauai
 

MAUI

Our Lady Queen of Angels, Kula
Daily at 7 AM
https://www.facebook.com/ourladyqueenofangels/

St. Joseph, Makawao
Sundays at 9 AM
https://www.facebook.com/pages/St-Josephs-Church
 

Resources to Prepare for Watching a Livestream Mass:

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• "Mass Texts"

JUNE

King Kamehameha Day, Jun 11

Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Level I, Part A, Jun 3-14

Juneteenth Holiday, Jun 19

Life in the Spirit Seminar, Jun 21-22

'Ohana Mass, Jun 22

Funernal Mass for Father Alapaki Kim, Jun 28

JULY

Independence Day Holiday, Jul 4

Mass for the Feast Day of Our Lady of Peace, Jul 9

NEWS

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