Tuesday within the First Week of Lent (V10)
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[St. Anthony Church, Wailuku (Rite of Election); Co-Cathedral of St. Theresa, Honolulu (Rite of Election)]

Signing on the proverbial “dotted line” can be very scary. You want this house, but you know that signing for it will put you into tremendous debt for its mortgage. You love your fiancé, but you know that marriage is like signing your life away to this person, giving up much of your treasured independence. Having a child will surely change your life – or should we say “chain” your life? -- having to care for that child when it is fun and when it is not. Committing to be a disciple of Jesus for the rest of your life means taking his word seriously, that in order to gain our lives we must lose them and take up our crosses. And because of the burdens that these good things place upon us, so many people never “sign on the dotted line” – never buy a house, commit themselves in marriage, have children, or take being a Christian very seriously. And so it is that many people lead lives of quiet desperation, not allowing themselves the adventure of commitment. Read more...

The Dominican Sisters of the Most Holy Rosary of the Philippines’ residence is in Waipio. (Jennifer Rector / Hawaii Catholic Herald)

By Jennifer Rector
Hawaii Catholic Herald

The Dominican Sisters of the Most Holy Rosary of the Philippines are returning home for the order’s centennial celebration this summer, and the faithful in Hawaii are invited to join the festivities.

Eighteen sisters who serve in the U.S. — from Hawaii to California to Texas — will travel to the Philippines in July for the multiday event.

“It will be a five-day celebration,” said Dominican Sister Delia Obenza, superior of the Hawaii region.

The celebration will be included in a 12-day pilgrimage from July 20-31 that still has openings for people who would like to take part. Read more...

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From the Office for Social Ministry

“This Lent, as we share in the grace of the Jubilee Year, I would like to propose a few reflections on what it means to journey together in hope, and on the summons to conversion that God in his mercy addresses to all of us, as individuals and as a community.” - Pope Francis, Message for Lent 2025

As Pope Francis recently lay seriously sick in a hospital bed, he sent out a worldwide Lenten message, urging us to reflect on how we can respond to the most vulnerable among us. He compassionately suggested “It would be a good Lenten exercise for us to compare our daily life with that of some migrant or foreigner, to learn how to sympathize with their experiences … so that we can better advance on our journey to the house of the Father.” The pope underscores the parallel between the 40 days of Lent and the Israelites’ 40 years in the desert seeking the Promised Land. He also connects the Lenten theme of “conversion” and the Jubilee 2025 them calling all to be “Pilgrims of Hope.” Our Holy Father points out: “A first call to conversion comes from the realization that all of us are pilgrims in this life.” As fellow pilgrims in this life, we are called to conversion and to learn from one another’s trials by walking together in hope. Read more...

(Photo by Lauren Carroll for CRS)

Paying it Forward as a Lead Mother

Amina Bukar, a mother of five, is a well-respected leader and small business owner in Muna Moforo, Nigeria. In her village nutrition group, she teaches mothers how to prepare nutrient-rich porridge for their children to help them grow strong and healthy. This is important because in Nigeria, more than 25 million people face extreme hunger and lack access to nutritious food. Amina makes regular house visits to families in her community to provide support and knowledge for leading healthy lives.

Amina and her family used to live in their hometown of Marte. She owned a chicken farm and a store. Her husband, Garba, worked for a water and land conservation agency. But in 2014, violence in their community forced them to flee their village. Read more...

(Lauren Carroll / CRS)

Each Friday of Lent, we abstain from eating meat as a way to experience a little of the hunger that many experience daily. Journey with us around the world and incorporate these Lenten recipes into your meatless Fridays. Give the money you saved each week by not eating meat to your CRS Rice Bowl to feed those in need around the world.

Egg Sauce with Boiled Yams
Egg sauce—or fried eggs—is a common dish from Nigeria. This easy-to-make recipe includes scrambled eggs cooked with vegetables and spices and served with nutritious boiled yams.

See the full recipe at https://www.crsricebowl.org/recipe/egg-sauce-with-boiled-yams-nigeria.

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Please prayer for Fr. Edward Popish, SS.CC. Fr. Ed has been diagnosed with cancer of the bone marrow. He has started chemotherapy and will be a candidate for a stem cell transplant. He will be treated at the Fred Hutch Cancer Center in Seattle, Washington and will remain in Seattle for 2-4 months.

Even Jesus didn’t walk alone. He formed a small group with His disciples to teach, encourage, and build them up in faith. This Lent, follow His example by joining The Huaka‘i Project—a place to grow in faith, community, and love. It’s not too late.

Sign up today: https://form.jotform.com/250488078289169. Questions? Contact the Office of Evangelization & Catechesis at 808-203-6763 or email: oyyam@rcchawaii.org.

From the Hawaii Catholic Schools

Hawaii Catholic Schools and Chaminade University with the support of John C. and Mary Lou Brogan presents The Golden Pine"apple" Awards for both Administrator and Educator of the Year. Both awards recognize excellence in outstanding teachers/specialists and administrators within the Catholic Schools in the State of Hawaii.

The recipients of the 2024-2025 school year's award will be announced at the Recognition Ceremony in May and will receive the Golden Pine”apple” trophy and a monetary award. The recipients’ school will also receive $1,500 to be used for Staff Development from the Augustine Educational Foundation.

Nominations are being accepted till the end of March. For more details, click HERE for Teacher of the Year and click HERE for Administrator of the Year.

Saturday, March 15, 2025 at 8:30 a.m.
St. Joseph School, Hilo

Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 9:30 a.m.
Annunciation Church, Waimea

During this Jubilee Year, all are invited to deepen their faith by exploring the Catechism, Vatican II, and more. These Days of Study will feature prayer, keynotes, workshops, and fellowship—engaging gatherings to inspire and equip participants in their faith journey.

Registration link for Hilo HERE.
Registration link for Waimea HERE.

Flyer available HERE.

Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 10:00 a.m.
St. John Apostle & Evangelist Church, Mililani or via Zoom

Join this infomational meeting on the Nativity Pilgrimage to the Philippines on July 20-31, 2025.

Bishop Larry Silva will lead this special 12-day nativity pilgrimage to the Philippines. The tour will go through Malina, Ilo-Ilo, Cebu, Simala, Batangas, and Tagaytay. The trip includes round-trip airfare, airport taxes & fuel surcharges, land transportation, first-class hotels, daily mass, meals as per itinerary, and a medical protection plan. To learn more, visit travel.nativitypilgrimage.com/silva-philippines.

Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 9:00 a.m.
Christ the King Church, Kahului

Aloha Maui vicariate music ministers, join us for a Gathering of Music Ministers on Saturday, March 22, 2025, 9:00 a.m. at Christ the King Church. Lunch and Fellowship to follow. Pastors/Music Directors, please encourage all music ministers to participate. Please RSVP by Friday, March 14th at https://forms.gle/uZ1rNerBk17ZWYf96.

Flyer available HERE.

Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 4:00 p.m.
Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of Peace, downtown Honolulu

Celebrate the Jubilee Year of Hope with a special Lenten pilgrimage experience at the mother Church of our Diocese, the Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of Peace! Join us for a guided tour of the Mother Church of our Diocese, the recitation of the Holy Rosary, the opportunity to light a candle at the Diocesan Jubilee Cross, and the celebration of Holy Mass with our parish community.

The tour will be led by Anthony Selvanathan, a local theologian and young adult parishioner at the Cathedral Basilica. This is one of the last opportunities to receive a guided tour of the Cathedral Basilica before it closes for restoration later this spring. Don’t miss this opportunity to visit this sacred place where Saint Damien was ordained to the priesthood, and where Saint Marianne came to in prayer and thanksgiving when she first arrived in Honolulu. We look forward to welcoming you to this special afternoon of faith and pilgrimage!

Register here: https://forms.gle/yhEAeqQUTTrpYSgg7

Flyer available HERE.

St. Rita Thrift Shop
655 Haiku Road, Haiku

Stop by St. Rita Church, Haiku's thrift shop for this free clothing giveaway. There will be gently used clothing, books, shoes, toys, kitchen ware, bedding, and more!

Flyer available HERE.

Mondays & Thursdays in March at 7:00 p.m.
St. Patrick Church, Kaimuki

The Catechism of the Catholic Church 1231 states “By its very nature infant baptism requires a post baptismal catechumenate. Not only is there a need for instruction after baptism but also for the necessary flowering of baptismal grace in personal growth.

All are welcome to join these talks on Mondays and Thursdays from 7-8pm at St. Patrick Church in Kaimuki. These talks will be given by the missionary team of the Neocatechumenal Way in Hawai’i: Jonathan & Nazarena Stenger with their seven children, Fr. John Wadeson, and Benjamin Paz a seminarian for the Diocese of Philadelphia.

The Neocatechumenal Way is a post-baptismal catechumenate for adults to help people grow in their faith by living with the Scriptures and liturgy so as to experience it in small communities within the structure of the Parish. Pope Saint John Paul II wrote in a letter: “I acknowledge the Neocatechumenal Way as an itinerary of Catholic formation, valid for our society and for our times.”

For more information, please contact Jonathan and Nazarena Stenger at (808) 268-3993.

Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 5:30 p.m.
Mary, Star of the Sea Church, Honolulu

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 “ʻOhana 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 “ʻOhana 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.

Saturday, March 29, 2025 at 10:30 a.m.
St. Anthony Retreat Center, Honolulu

Join the HCCRS Lenten Statewide Prayer Meeting. Fr. Sebastian Soosai will lead a Lenten Reflection and the HCCRS Worship Team will lead praise and worship.

Flyer available HERE.

Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
St. Michael the Archangel Church, Kailua-Kona

Clergy, couples, and singles are invited to attend a Languages of Love enrichment based of the book "The Five Love Languages" by Dr. Gary Chapman.

Register at https://tinyurl.com/4uz45mju. For more information or assistance with registration email WWMEBigIsland@gmail.com or text 808-478-6071.

Flyer available HERE.

July 20-31, 2025 in the Philippines

Join Bishop Larry Silva for this special 12-day nativity pilgrimage to the Philippines. The tour will go through Malina, Ilo-Ilo, Cebu, Simala, Batangas, and Tagaytay. The trip includes round-trip airfare, airport taxes & fuel surcharges, land transportation, first-class hotels, daily mass, meals as per itinerary, and a medical protection plan. To learn more, visit travel.nativitypilgrimage.com/silva-philippines.

See the full brochure HERE.

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Saint Frances of Rome
1384–1440
Memorial – March 9

Frances was born into an aristocratic family in the Eternal City of Rome near the famed Piazza Navona. From an early age, she was drawn to God and responded with much generosity. At the age of eleven, she told her father that she wanted to become a nun, but her father had other plans for her life. He informed her that he was giving her hand in marriage to Lorenzo Ponziani, a wealthy aristocrat who was a commander in the papal army. Frances struggled with her father’s decision and brought her concern to a local priest. After listening to her, the priest said to her, “Are you crying because you want to do God’s will or because you want God to do your will?” She quickly responded that she wanted God’s will, and the matter was settled. At the age of twelve, Frances was married. Read more...

(Giovanni Antonio Galli  detto Spadarino (1585 - 1652), public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.) Copyright © 2024 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. Used with permission. www.mycatholic.life

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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.facebook.com/HonoluluCathedralBasilica/live
or https://honolulucathedral.org/

Co-Cathedral of St. Theresa, Kalihi
Sundays at 10:30 AM
https://www.facebook.com/hicocathedral

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

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

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

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

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

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. Rita, Nanakuli
Sundays at 9 AM
YouTube

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

Resources to Prepare for Watching a Livestream Mass:

• "Creating a Sacred Home Environment for the Live-Stream Viewing of Mass"
• "Mass Texts"

MARCH

Chrism Mass for the Maui-Lanai Vicariate, Mar 20

‘Ohana Mass for March, Mar 22

Prince Kuhio Day Holiday, Mar 26

Lenten Statewide Prayer Meeting, Mar 29

APRIL

Annual Mass for Clergy and Religious Jubilarians, Apr 5

"Languages of Love" Marriage and Family Enrichment, Apr 5

Chrism Mass for the Kauai Vicariate, Apr 8

Chrism Mass for the East and West Hawaii Vicariates, Apr 10

Bagels with Bishop at St. Joseph School, Hilo, Apr 11

Mass for Palm Sunday, Apr 13

Chrism Mass for Oahu-Molokai Vicariates, Apr 15

Holy Thursday Mass of the Lord’s Supper, Apr 17

Good Friday Holiday, Apr 18

Good Friday Morning Prayer, Apr 18

Good Friday Liturgy of the Lord's Passion, Apr 18

Holy Saturday Morning Prayer, Apr 19

The Easter Vigil, Apr 19

Mass for Easter Sunday, Apr 20

NEWS

For our most recent news, visit www.catholichawaii.org.

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