PAHOA
Sacred Heart
Proudly pictured is finance council chairman Allan Deehr, with the majestic Crucifix in the background, sharing the importance of the Mobile Care Health Project. In the spirit of Blessed Damien whose faith called him to serve the people of our land, Allan and many others like him, have followed in the footsteps of Father Damien in serving people in need. Since 1997, patients have received dental care in over 17,000 visits and $1.5 million in uncompensated services. Until 1997, there was no dental safety net on the Big Island. Today, the Mobile Care-A-Van serves the most vulnerable children, the physically disabled, the mentally ill, the frail elderly, the homeless and the medically fragile. So as Allan’s words are shared to our congregation, let us pray that this plea echoes throughout the land. Support the Mobile Care Health Project generously and open your hearts so others in need can be cared for. (Reported by Steve Torres)
HAWI
Sacred Heart Parish
In preparing for our annual interfaith potluck party, Advent, Christmas Season and Children’s Christmas Program, our parish never lacks for volunteers. La Salette Father Maurice Cardinal and the M. Bautistas, S. Carpios, M. Coutties, D. Fernandezes, J. Giels, J. Gomeras, R. Monizes, C. Pasalos, M. Reyes, G. Riveras, L. Riveras and R. Rochas worked together and did a real big clean up in Father Damien Hall. A lot of dirt and junk were removed. … Now it is time for our spiritual clean up. Our penitential service is Dec. 14 at 7 p.m. … We were treated with the wonderful voices of the Kohala Community Chorus who performed at our parish. … We will continue to have our Ilocano Mass on the third Wednesday of the month at 5 p.m. … Our Christmas Masses this year will be on Christmas Eve, following the Children’s christmas program, at 6 and 11 p.m., and on Christmas Day at 7:30 and 9:30 a.m. Anyone visiting our town are welcome to join us for any of our Christmas events. For more information, call the parish at 889-6436. (Reported by Lee Rivera)
PAHALA
Holy Rosary Parish
Thanks to Ben Castillo and Shaylin Navarro for helping coordinator of religious education Jeanette Castillo gather flowers and greens for their religious education Advent wreath activity. Students and parents gathered in our parish breezeway to make Advent wreaths following the 7:30 a.m. Mass on Dec. 2. During this activity, catechists taught the students about Advent and parents spent quality time with their children. Pictured is catechist Moses Espaniola Sr. assisting his daughters, Julia and Sara Espaniola, with their Advent wreath. (Reported by Jeanette Castillo)
WAIHEE
St. Ann Parish
Confirmation students participated in a community service project to help Aunty Precila Peros clean the rectory. Pictured are Corrie Colagross, Amber Serrano, Bridgett Fermin and Leilani Ventura. Not pictured is Kahiau Kahae who was on another assignment moving boxes. After the cleaning chores under the supervision of Aunty Cathy Riley, lunch was enjoyed by all. In the afternoon, the students ventured on to assist with gift wrapping at the mall as a fundraiser for our parish. (Reported by Frances Asuncion)
LIHUE
Immaculate Conception Parish
Alice Arruda and helpers sponsored a second malasada sale over the Nov. 24-25 weekend to defray the cost of the Blessed Mother Marianne mosaic, which will be placed opposite of Blessed Damien’s mosaic in the church. Sacred Hearts Sister Dorothy Santos and Karen Lucas are the artists. They also did the mosaic of Blessed Damien. The Sisters of St. Francis are celebrating the 125th anniversary of the arrival in Hawaii of Blessed Mother Marianne and six Sisters from Syracuse, N.Y. on Nov. 8, 2008. Sister Florence Remata and Sister Theresa Chow are presently in ministry at Immaculate Conception. Six vocations to the Sisters of St. Francis came from Kauai — Sisters Margaret Antone Milho, Candida Oroc, Davita Padilla (deceased, from Immaculate Conception Parish), Florence Remata, Grace Michael Souza and Joan Souza. The parish has 17 Franciscan Associates. Blessed Mother Marianne’s feast day is Jan. 23. Her mosaic will be dedicated that weekend. (Reported by Sister Florence Remata)
KAPAA
St. Catherine Parish
The parish is in full anticipation for the start of the Misa de Gallo novena beginning Dec. 16 at 5 a.m. Everyone is invited to attend and share in a hospitality breakfast immediately following in Coyle Hall. … Our parishioners are invited to participate in the parish’s Lokahi Tree displayed in all three parish churches. Donations will be for the homeless and recently sheltered. (Reported by Carmen Nakasone)
KEKAHA
St. Theresa Parish
Our parishioners and those of our mission churches Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary in Waimea and St. Joseph in Kaumakani wish our brothers and sisters in Christ, blessings of the season! St. Theresa School will be having its annual Christmas program on Dec. 19 in our church at 6 p.m. The faculty is working very hard preparing the wonderful presentation “Miracle on Bethlehem Street” which is sure to be a crowd pleaser! The program will be followed by a spaghetti dinner in the parish hall sponsored by the eighth grade class and a craft fair with lots of wonderful items for Christmas gift-giving. If you’re in the area that evening, please plan on stopping by for a wonderful evening of pre-Christmas entertainment! Merry Christmas! (Reported by Chantal A. Duarte)
KULA
Kula Catholic Community
We are offering a series of six weekly sessions for Catholics who no longer come to church but are considering returning to the fold. The program, entitled Catholics Returning Home, is for non-practicing Catholics who have questions about coming back. It does not matter how long a person has been away or the reason. Sessions are 7-8:30 p.m., Tuesdays, at Holy Ghost Mission in Kula, from Jan. 8 through Feb. 12. Here are the session topics: Jan. 8 – welcome, overview of series, open discussion; Jan. 15 – sharing and stories of faith; Jan. 22 – the church today: changes since Vatican II; Jan. 29 – walk-through of the Mass and historical overview; Feb. 5 – explanation of the Sacrament of Reconciliation; and Feb. 12 – the Creed: what Catholics believe. For more details, call Shirley DePonte at 878-6277 or La Salette Father Eric Castro at 878-1261. (Reported by Shirley DePonte)
HONOLULU
Cathedral of Our Lady of Peace
Parish acolytes and chaperons attended the movie “Enchanted” and went to lunch at the Spaghetti Factory on Dec. 8. The parish has 63 acolytes supervised by Jonathan Farinas. Chaperons and parents with younger siblings participated in the Christmas outing. Great food, movie, community and fun were enjoyed by all. (Reported by Ann Hannan)
HONOLULU
Sts. Peter and Paul Parish
In the spirit of the holiday season, we are selling three “Gratia Plena” CD gift baskets featuring the beautiful inspirational music of our own local musicians: 1) CD with “Sts. Peter and Paul Church” towel - $25. The towel has a picture of our church and measures 20 x 20. 2) CD with “Sts. Peter and Paul Church” thermos - $25. The thermos and carrying bag both show a picture of our church. 3) “Gratia Plena” CD - $20. These are available in very limited quantities. All proceeds benefit our building fund. (From the parish bulletin)
KULIOUOU
Holy Trinity Parish
Congratulations to Grant Madrid-Murray and Tayloranne Madrid-Murray, the children of Scott Murray and Jennifer Madrid, who were baptized at 11 a.m. Mass on Nov. 25. (From the parish bulletin)
EWA BEACH
Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish
Holidays usually bring people together to work for a common good. This was evident this past Thanksgiving when the students at OLPH School, the parish social outreach ministry and the Knights of Columbus from Immaculate Conception, Ewa, pulled their resources together to produce 200 bags of groceries for the elderly at Westloch Village and the residents at Onelauena Transitional Housing at Kalaeloa. … Our parishioners, led by the social outreach ministry continue to reach out to the community. They are working on a Secret Santa Project for the U.S. vets at Kalaeloa in which parishioners buy a gift for each veteran. Running side by side with the Secret Santa Project is the Christmas Toy Drive for the children at Onelauena Transitional Housing. The Young Adults Ministry and Confirmation students contribute by bringing gifts and providing manpower. Pictured are young adults wrapping Thanksgiving baskets for Westloch Village seniors. (Reported by Julia Torres)
PALAMA
Co-Cathedral of St. Theresa
A Fun Family Affair! Parents, grandpas and grandmas and their children enjoyed an hour of wreath-making in preparation for the Advent season on Nov. 25. Everyone went home with a tailor-made Advent wreath designed by their families and materials supplied by the parish. Mahalo to Alfred Guerrero and Pat Repko for organizing this fun event! (Reported by Venny Villapando)
WAIPIO GENTRY
Resurrection of the Lord Parish
November was National Hunger and Homeless Awareness month. While most people were preparing for their perfect Thanksgiving Day celebration, 75 Confirmation students, their sponsors and parents were busy putting their faith to action and giving witness of God’s great love for the least of our brothers and sisters at HOPE for a New Beginning Emergency Shelter in Kalaeloa in Kapolei. On Nov. 17, they started their day at the shelter cleaning and organizing the shelter’s thrift shop and food pantry and moving and refurnishing the children’s classroom. Once the old classroom was vacated, the “design team” prepared the new space for a family now living on a leeward beach. The skilled carpenters and craftsmen put together beautiful desks, one for every computer and a few extra to hold sewing machines (for classes for the residents) which previously sat on a makeshift plywood counter. Others moved furniture, painted rooms, checked the expiration dates on canned goods, sorted and folded clothing by color, size and gender, and stacked items such as books and toys. In the letter to the parish, Ms. Iwie Tamashiro of diocesan Parish Social Ministry Office wrote that the shelter manager cried when she first walked in and saw the transformation. The light rain and a beautiful rainbow at the end of the day seemed to be a sign of blessings for the good and faith-filled Confirmation candidates with kind and compassionate hearts AND great adult role models such as Liz Shippen, the Confirmation program coordinator who spearheaded this project. (Reported by Nobuko Fushimi, photo by Rick McGough)
PEARL CITY
Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish
Roger Olegario, Gerry Melchor, Mark Pilarca and Garry Dixon are putting the finishing touches to a new door for our 50-year-old church. Rudy Salvador, missing from the photo, is the other member of the maintenance crew who keep the parish buildings and graveyard in tip-top condition. Garry has a full-time job, but makes time to chair the group. The others are retired and are at the church daily, beginning with Mass and followed by watchful eyes on the condition of the facilities. They find fun, friendship and great satisfaction while sharing their time and talent as stewards of God. (Reported by Elaine Yamashita)
WAIALUA
St. Michael Parish
Decorating with lights and trees were the highlights of the decorating committee on Dec. 8 at both the Mission of Sts. Peter and Paul and St. Michael Church. Project coordinators at our parish are Michelle Galbiso and Donna Rosa; at Sts. Peter and Paul, Larry Sandbo and Nick Pascual. Priscilla Tampon is the overall coordinator. (From the parish bulletin)
KAILUA
St. Anthony Parish
Our school was honored to have Bishop Larry Silva celebrate Mass with the students on Nov. 30. The school presented Bishop Larry with a stole to commemorate this special event. Pictured is Bishop Silva with the entire school ohana. (Reported by Joyce Pollock, photo by Penny Pereboom)
KAILUA
St. John Vianney Parish
Our parish and First Baptist Church Windward will host families from Family Promise Dec. 23-29. We’re looking for families who would like to open their home on Christmas Eve to a family for dinner. What a wonderful way to show your children the true spirit of the season. For more information, please contact Allan Spitzer at 262-8632 or Marsha Curnyn at 261-0535. (From the parish bulletin)
HILO
St. Joseph Pre-School
Four year-old twins Kaylee and Evan Kawaauhau-Fernandez take their turns playing the drums in a teepee during a Thanksgiving celebration at our school recently. The school’s director, Marie Roberts, shared the stone soup story with the students ending with a real meal of homemade “stone” soup, bread, and dessert prepared by the pre-school staff. (Reported by Rowena Austria)
HILO
St. Joseph Grade School
At a recent preliminary round of The National Geographic Bee, five students advanced to the school’s final round on Jan. 11. They include, from left, Stephanie Tait, Sarina Wyrick, Acacia Zodrow, Nathan Ducasse and Christian Borris. (Reported by Rowena Austria)
HILO
St. Joseph High School
Every first Friday in November since 2004, students from our school could be seen walking the streets of downtown Hilo as official “ambassadors” of the Downtown Hilo Association’s annual Black and White Night event, handing out maps and shopping guides to all who attend. The boys are outfitted in complimentary tuxedos from Love ‘N’ Lace formal wear and the girls are wearing their own black and white dresses. The event includes free live music throughout downtown, in-store sales and specials, refreshments and a treasure hunt, ending with a drawing for several prizes donated by area merchants. The great-looking group who worked hard this year included, from left, Elizabeth Tallett, Bryant Balog, Alayna Jardin, Jeremy Andrade, Charnelle Julian, Hannah Katibah, Jesse Shepard and Emma Pirie. (Reported by Rowena Austin)
MAKAWAO
St. Joseph School
Our Christmas craft fair was the place to be to get a jump start on holiday shopping and festivities. Even Santa was there to lend an ear to all the children’s Christmas wishes. The event this year was at the school campus which was transformed into a Christmas village. All who attended and participated had positive responses to one of the schools main fundraisers. On behalf of the students, staff and St. Joseph Ohana, we would like to thank all who made the event possible. We wish all a happy and blessed holiday season! (Reported by Helen Souza)
KAHULUI
Christ the King School
On Dec. 6, the school participated in an interagency preparedness drill to insure a coordinated response by local, state, and federal responders to a hazardous materials incident. A number of emergency responders/personnel, vehicles, and equipment came to our campus for the exercise. Paolyne Quemado, Nicole Nielson, Nichol Torrecer-Hutchins, Jasmine Cabajar, Shayna Tamanaha, Edriene Caraang, Daisy Draper, Cassidy Cortez and Ashlei Cummings participated in the drill as “contaminated persons” needing the attention of the HAZMAT firefighters. Pictured is Cassidy Cortez being showered down by a HAZMAT firefighter. (Reported by Melissa Ramos)
KAPAA
St. Catherine School
The students, along with music teacher Mary Alifiler, shared their gift of music and cards with the patients of Samuel Mahelona Hospital in Kapaa. First, second, third and fourth graders walked the half mile from school to the long-term care facility with their teachers and parent chaperones. Patients sang along, clapped and played instruments as the children sang familiar Christmas carols. The children enjoyed snacks provided by Mahelona Hospital before beginning their walk back to school. (Reported by Celina Haigh)
HONOLULU
Cathedral Catholic Academy
The school recently held a prayer service to remember a special teacher and colleague. Sensei Aiko ‘Sparrow’ Maria Tanaka Dodge was born on Feb. 19, 1932, and died on Nov. 7. Sensei Dodge, as her students called her, taught Japanese from 1992-2007, grades K-8. She had a passion for teaching, most especially her culture. She imparted that gift through culture, art, language and story telling. The children looked forward to her calligraphy lessons, to working with clay or painting large carps for Boys’ Day and even doing origami. She made learning fun and memorable. To honor her, each class prepared memorabilia, among them a table filled with colorful paper cranes and carps bedecked with cards that spoke eloquently about what we remembered of her. Children recited poems, sang songs she taught and spoke words of sadness as well as kind and comforting words of hope. To each child she was special. This closure meant a lot to our students and staff. We will truly miss her. Pictured is a recent photo of Sensei Dodge doing her last presentation in celebration of Boys’ Day. She explains the interesting cultural significance of each display to each of her classes. (Reported by Lei Kondo)
HONOLULU
Damien Memorial High School
Two Damien graduates recently returned to campus to meet our school newspaper staff and student editor Andrew Hee ‘09 (far right, front row) to share their experiences as journalists. Pictured is Steve Uyehara ‘94 co-anchor of KGMB’s Sunrise Morning Show and host of the June Jones Show, with members of our newspaper staff and faculty advisor, Mariel Downes. Mariel and her sister Celia, (yes, these are the talented daughters of the Hawaii Catholic Herald editor) have worked diligently with the students to publish three fantastic and professional issues of our school newspaper. Another visitor was David Yamada ‘66 deputy director of photography at the Honolulu Advertiser. With the Advertiser for 38 years, Yamada has covered some of Hawaii’s most important stories during his career, winning national and local photojournalism awards. (Reported by Didi Lota, photo by Roxane Goo)
HONOLULU
Maryknoll High School
On Nov. 21, students celebrated their Thanksgiving prayer service, “The Giving Tree,” beginning with songs like “Malo Malo...Thanks be to God” and “Spam” written by Jesse Manibusan. Following were the skits “The Giving Tree,” performed by senior Christianne Liongson and junior Amy Fisk and narrated by sophomore Regina Zabanal, and “Ku and Breadfruit” performed by seniors Javin Corriea and Francene Batalon. Seniors Cheri Amas and Brian Saxton performed a beautiful dance (pictured). The service ended with sophomore Jasmine Kim from the music ministry singing “Colors of the Wind” while leaves of thanks showered on the audience. The student senate and the office of campus ministry also had a special gift of laughter for the entire campus from entertainer Frank De Lima and his crew. (Reported by Rona Augustine-Chun)
PEARL CITY
Our Lady of Good Counsel School
The OLGC Mustangs were down by 2 points with 10 seconds left. A three point shot by Jaylen Layco goes up and ... IN! The Mustangs win!!! The Division II boys’ basketball team won the consolation championship tournament against St. Michael School. Congratulations champions. Mahalo to coaches Bautista and Layco for their great leadership ... your contract has been renewed for March. Ha ha. (Reported by Donna Daligcon)
EWA BEACH
Our Lady of Perpetual Help School
“Giving – Sharing – Loving Others” were on the minds of the students, faculty and staff during this Thanksgiving season. Student council representatives from grades K-8 motivated classmates to bring in canned goods so that needy families could have a festive Thanksgiving. Students were encouraged to be stewards with what they have been blessed with and to help the poor. A total of 1,836 canned goods were collected for the parish pantry. Miss Jocelyn Natividad’s 6th Grade Class took first place with an astounding average of 14 cans per student. Sixth grade representatives Brianna Totty and Ashley Cobile agree that it was a good feeling being able to help a lot of people. The class received an ice cream party for their accomplishment. Students were especially able to identify with the Acts of the Apostle 20:35 that “it is more blessed to give than to receive!” (Reported by Tracy Spencer)
HONOLULU
Sacred Hearts Academy
Pictured from left are campus minister Sacred Hearts Sister Katherine Miller, Roxane Delos Santos, Angela Perez Baraquio Grey, Jeanessa Slaughter and head of school Betty White. The school was named a 2007 National School of Character at the National Forum on Character Education conference in Arlington, Va., Nov. 1-3. White, Sister Katherine and theology chair Sacred Hearts Sister Irene Barboza attended the ceremony and received the prestigious award along with nine other U.S. schools. The Academy was selected based upon its character education that includes 60,000 hours annually of student community service. Sister Katherine said that students are called to respect human dignity, offer unconditional love and respect and to take up service as a way of life. Each winning school received a trophy, a banner to display at school and a $20,000 grant. We plan to use the funding to bring nationally recognized character education expert Eileen Dachnowicz to Hawaii for a forum on April 5 open to educators in the community. Former Miss America Baraquio Grey visited the school on Nov. 20 and spoke to the students about the value of character education. The Angela Perez Baraquio Education Foundation presented a check for $2,000 to the school. (Reported by Hayley Matson-Mathes)
KAILUA
St. Anthony School
The Keiki Room of the school library was blessed and rededicated on Dec. 2 by Bishop Larry Silva. Heavy rains in 2004 damaged the room, forcing it to be closed until repairs in 2006 allowed it to reopen. Following the repairs, Senior Girl Scouts in Troop 735 offered to beautify the Keiki Library as a service project. Under the direction of troop leader Jenny Fujimoto, they painted the room and restored some shelving. The result is an enchanting library with paintings of favorite storybook characters on every wall. Mrs. Fujimoto donated the entire cost of the project including the paints. With her guidance and skill as an interior decorator, the girls learned first hand about room design, project planning and project completion. The school is very lucky to have received the gifts of these young women’s time, talents and treasure. Their efforts will touch the hearts of many children in the years to come. We are especially proud of them. The girls are Carolyn Fujimoto (grade 11, Maryknoll), Kylie Nakamura (grade 10, Sacred Hearts Academy), Stephanie DeMello (grade 11, Kalaheo), Gabby Espino (grade 11, Kalaheo), Kathy Manuzak (grade 10, Punahou) and Ali Olsen (grade 10, Iolani). (Reported by Bridget Olsen)
AIEA
St. Elizabeth School
Our students participated in a speech festival on Nov. 21 for parents and the student body. Grades K through 2 presented poems, grades 3 through 5 performed plays, and grades 6 through 8 read essays. All entries related to Thanksgiving. Pictured from left are Marissa Maria, Jonnalee-Mae Galdones and Pamela Tagata. (Reported by Ms. Leong and Ms. Smith)
KAILUA
St. John Vianney School
Our second graders were thrilled to meet Mr. Geno Segers, otherwise known as Mufasa, from the Broadway musical The Lion King, which has been playing in Honolulu. Mr. Segers entertained them with stories about his experiences and taught them how to growl like they were all “Kings of the Forest!” Many thanks to Blaine and Kaleo Kia for arranging his visit. … We end our second quarter with our Christmas Pageant on Dec. 14. After enjoying our Christmas vacation, we will return to school on Jan. 7. We wish everyone a blessed and joyful Christmas celebration. (Reported by Annie Chee)
HONOLULU
St. Patrick School
The student government led the school’s support for National Diabetes Month with educational and fund-raising programs. Students in grades K-8 learned what diabetes is and the importance of prevention and research. Students also raised money for Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International. The collection ended Nov.14, the United Nations-designated World Diabetes Day. The school collected nearly $2,500 which was presented to JDRF representatives during the Thanksgiving Mass. In gratitude, each student received a “Max-Life” bracelet to help spread the awareness of juvenile diabetes. The event was so successful, the student government wants to make it an annual part of its service to community. (Reported by Lynn Murao)
WAIPAHU
St. Joseph School
Keanu Gomes and the PreK class display active sportsmanship when they ride their bikes and trikes. Every Tuesday is trike day for their class. (Reported by Keala Kia)
HONOLULU
St. Theresa School
My experience at the Academy of the Arts was awesome! I learned all about the colonists and what they needed, built, and how they depended on their crops for food. I saw many different rooms, but my favorite is the room with the weaving loom and the wool that was carded and used to make yarn. I had a chance to use the loom, and it was not easy. After a while, I was doing better on it. Then we dressed as early American colonists which was fun! We also saw the famous horn book, a wooden desk with an ink well and quill with which they used to write. Their equipment was very heavy such as the iron, pots for cooking over the fireplace, and even the toaster. While the girls knitted and helped at home, the boys got to go hunting with their dads. They were given three bullets which they keep on reusing. It was an interesting field trip and helped me to understand my history book better. Pictured are Shannon Estaban, left, and Faith Montero. (Reported by Faith Montero, grade 5)
WAIALUA
St. Michael School
The school’s annual Holiday Craft Fun Fair on Oct. 27 featured games, jumpers, delicious foods, and a variety of local crafters showing off their talents. Our silent auction keeps growing every year and was a highlight at the fair with over 100 goodies and gift certificates donated by students and their families and local vendors. Even our parish priests donated a dinner, made by them, to the highest bidder. A school-wide book fair offered books for sale for parents, students and the public. Sister Joan Souza’s delicious homemade jams and jellies were a hit as always with fair goers. This year we even added a dunk tank and Sacred Hearts Father Johnathan Hurrell allowed himself to be dunked. The afternoon talent show had our students singing, dancing, and even doing comedy. We’d like to thank all who came out for the festivities and supported the school. We’ll see you all again next year — same time, same place. Pictured, Mrs. Arecchi, whose 1st grade class was in charge of the silent auction receives a donation from Father Bert and Father Johnathan, left. (Reported by Jennifer Holmberg)
HONOLULU
Holy Family Catholic Academy
Following on the heels of Veteran’s Day, National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) members hosted a blood drive on Nov. 18 to benefit Tripler Army Hospital. Twenty-five pints of blood and two platelet donations were collected in the effort. Led by assistant principal Mary Morrow, the NJHS continues its tradition of assisting in the collection of blood to save lives. (Reported by Jocelyn Fernandes)
HONOLULU
Holy Trinity School
Here are some of Holy Trinity School Tigers marching proudly in the Hawaii Kai Keiki Kalikimaka parade. The rain didn’t put a damper on their spirits. Everyone had an extremely fun time singing and spreading Christmas cheer! We’re already looking forward to next year’s parade! (Reported by Colleen Nakama)
HONOLULU
Maryknoll Grade School
Each year, the grade school student council plans a Veteran’s Day prayer service to reflect on the meaning and importance of the day and honor those who have served our country and sacrificed much for our livelihood. This year’s celebration on Nov. 9 began by honoring Maryknoll family members who either serve or have served in the military. Special prayers were offered for those connected to Maryknoll who are currently deployed. We continue to express our gratitude for the women and men who have served in the Armed Forces, as well as their families. Pictured is grade school student council president Charlie Coghlin and his father Col. Charles “Chuck” Coghlin Jr. at the Veteran’s Day ceremony. (Reported by Christopher Casupang)
HONOLULU
Chaminade University
Students led a Las Posadas procession on Dec. 3 which included not only Mary and Joseph but also some angels and devils. Participants carried candles as angels representing goodness and devils representing life’s temptations wove their way in and out of the processing students, faculty and staff. The final stop of the procession was Freitas Hall where university president Sue Wesselkamper welcomed the Holy Family and illuminated the many Christmas lights strung on the campus buildings. A pinata party followed the procession. (Reported by Kay Stone)