HILO
St. Joseph Parish
Mahalo to Blessed Sacrament Brother Eduardo Mabilen for sharing his talents in arranging flowers each week to make our worshiping environment so beautiful. (Reported by Karen Hotnansky)
KEAUKAHA
Malia Puka O Kalani Parish
Pictured are Deacon Jerry Nunogawa, altar server Henry and Father Joe Carroll, who returned to the parish for three weekends to help out with Masses while Father Joe Hennen was away. We are so grateful to have had him here with us. (Reported by Karen Hotnansky)
PAPAALOA
St. Anthony Parish
On April 11, seven children received their First Communion. They were prepared by religious educator Dorothy DeConte. Father Mike Scully presided at the Mass. Afterward, the parents of the First Communicants hosted a meal for parishioners and guests. The children are Trevondrick Francis, Woody Adrian, Jaylen Salboro, Iolani Mongoba, Klaytan Gascon and Nathan Gascon. (Reported by Liat Bearden)
PAPAIKOU
Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish
On the last Sunday of every month, our parishioners are treated to a brunch after the 10 a.m. Mass. This started a few years ago and is hosted by the various parish ministries and also by individuals and families. It started off as light refreshments and beverages but has since evolved into full meal. Here are examples of some of the dishes served: sandwiches, Portuguese bean soup, Filipino miki soup, meat platters, fruit dishes, Jell-o, as well as desserts, some of ethnic origin. Everyone enjoys the delicious food and looks forward to spending time with fellow parishioners and old friends and making new ones. Pictured from left are Barbara Hanog, Carol Calbero, Andria Negre, Virgie Pajo and Naty Pinzon. In back are John Hanog and far right Jessie Terpstra. (Reported by Pat Phillips)
HAWI
Sacred Heart Parish
To honor Mary for the month of May, at the youth Mass our youth formed an arch of roses through which passed Jovi Antonio who crowned our Blessed Mother. She was followed in procession by our religious education classes and all others carrying flowers to Mary. On Mother’s Day, our Blessed Mother Mary will again be crowned at the 7:30 a.m. Mass. During all of May the rosary will be said at assigned parishioners’ homes. All are invited. The schedule was posted on our outside bulletin board. (Reported by Lee Rivera)
LIHUE
Immaculate Conception Parish
Congratulations to our 25 First Communicants who celebrated the Sacrament of Holy Eucharist on May 1 at the 5 p.m. liturgy. … The Franciscan and Sacred Hearts Associates, with the parish nurses, sponsored a morning of prayer, games and luncheon on May 7, in the church meeting room in honor of St. Damien and Blessed Mother Marianne, and Mother’s and Grandmothers Day. This gave our seniors the opportunity to pray, play and talk stories together. On occasions the parish provides our seniors (55 and older) activities for their enjoyment. (Reported by Sister Florence Remata, OSF)
KULA
Kula Catholic Community
Our community congratulates 15 students who received their First Holy Communion on April 25 in Holy Ghost Church. After Mass, everyone enjoyed a luncheon in the church hall. Much mahalo to the religious ed coordinators and teachers! Receiving First Holy Communion were Gabriel Arcas, Adam Bartlett, Jessica Bartlett, Morgan Bartlett, Gavin Brittain, Logan Brittain, Arysa Dickson, Tessa Johnson, Daniel Judge, Lily Malpass, Dylan Nakagawa, Trevor Onaga, Hope Otani, Creighton Purdy and Hunter Worth. God’s blessings to all! (Reported by the parish)
KAHULUI
Christ the King Parish
On April 25, Bishop Larry Silva presided at the Confirmation Mass here at 6 p.m. assisted by Father Efren Tomas, Deacon Patrick Constantino, Deacon Cornelio Pulido, Deacon Kenneth Bissen Jr. and master of ceremonies Taufa Samisoni. Thirty-seven youth and adult candidates and their sponsors from the parishes of St. Joseph, Makawao, St. Ann, Waihee, and Christ the King, Kahului came together as one church for the celebration. Four adult candidates received First Communion — Britney Diego, Mark Silva, Rachel Sialana and Adelaida Redaus. Frank Chargualaf and the St. Theresa Church Life Teen Choir provided the music. After Mass, dinner was provided for the candidates and their families in the hall where they received their certificates and fellowshipped with one another. Congratulations to all. May the Holy Spirit guide them and give them strength in all they do in the years to come. Pictured, Rachel Sialana raises high the Holy Chrism during the entrance procession. (Reported by Carol Ursua and Jasmine Higa)
WAILUKU
St. Anthony of Padua Parish
The feast of St. Damian May 10 was celebrated with Mass at 6:30 a.m. in the church center instead of in the chapel where the weekday Mass is normally said. … The parish is looking for “stone builders” to construct the new grotto between the rectory and the high school. The grotto is being moved from the preschool site which was the location of the original grotto in the late 1930s. Call the rectory at 244 4148. … Effective April 26, the St. Anthony Thrift Shop will be open Mondays to Fridays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. It is still accepting clean usable items. (Reported by Miriam Kahalekai)
KIHEI
St. Theresa Parish
Twenty-two youths and young adults received the Sacrament of Confirmation here on April 17 from Father Marc Alexander. Former Episcopalian Dianna Bridi received full communion into the Catholic faith. Two young adults, Teddy Yadao and Mocho Fernandez, completed the Sacraments of Initiation — First Holy Communion and Confirmation. We are grateful to the Confirmandi parents, sponsors, catechists and our faith community for their love and support. (Reported by Kalae Martin) … Parishioner Marie Thomas was named a “Shining Star” for the 2010 County of Maui Volunteer Center Recognition Awards Program, April 17, at The Queen Kaahumanu Center. She volunteers at Hale Kau Kau, which led to her nomination. For the past three years Marie has coordinated the annual fundraiser, which this year raised over $100,000 to feed the hungry. It’s an effort that takes months of planning and many hours of work. The awards event was part of National Volunteer Week, April 18-24, and winners and finalists were presented with leis and certificates. Marie’s children and grandchildren were there to see her receive her award and to enjoy her special day with her. Marie started coming to our parish over 13 years ago as a visitor. The church and its people gained a special place in her heart and four years ago she became a Kihei resident and a fulltime parishioner. That has been our good fortune. Marie also sings and solos in the church choir, and with The Maui Chorale Arts. (Reported by Anita Carrington; photo by Leroy Carrington)
MOLOKAI
St. Damien Parish
Since the destruction by fire of Saint Sophia Church in February, parishioners have celebrated Sunday Mass at a community room at the Molokai Oceanside Health and Wellness Center. Following the Sunday 9 a.m. Mass, parishioners put away all vestiges of a sacred space, including the altar, candles, cross, tabernacle, chairs and hymnals. During the week the community room is a meeting space for yoga and other community health classes. The parish looks forward to the construction of the new Saint Damien Church in Kaunakakai. See www.damienchurchmolokai.org. (Reported by Maria Sullivan)
KALAHEO
Holy Cross Parish
Holy Cross and Sacred Heart Mission in Eleele was full of Lenten and Easter activities including a Lenten retreat with Father Sammy, a dramatization of the Good Friday Gospel by the Confirmation classes and youth ministry, and a fun-filled Easter egg hunt for the young. … At the end of April, Holy Cross was acknowledged at the 2010 Historic Preservation Centennial Recognition by the Historic Hawaii Foundation. Pictured is parish secretary Carole Nacion accepting the award for the parish. … On May 2, our elementary religious education students received their First Eucharist at the 9:45 a.m. Mass. The RCIA inquiry classes are every Friday at 5:30 p.m. at the parish hall meeting room. … At a town-hall meeting on May 11, 13 parishioners who attended the L.A. Religious Education Congress shared their experiences and what they gleaned from this event. … On May 22, Bishop Larry Silva will preside at the 4:30 p.m. Confirmation Mass. All parishioners are invited. … The May Crowning of the Blessed Mother is May 30 at the 6:45 a.m. Mass. Parishioners are invited to bring flowers or leis to Masses over the May 29-30 weekend. … The parish pastoral council is sponsoring a volunteer/ministry fair. More information is coming. … At the Memorial Day Prayer Service on May 31, at 7:15 p.m., parishioners are invited to remember family, friends and members of the Armed Forces who have passed on or are in need of healing and comfort. Luminarias will be lit for each prayer petition. Each bag may be purchased for $5 after Masses in May from anyone in youth ministry, which is coordinating this event. Proceeds will help sponsor the trip to next year’s L.A. Congress for youth ministry members. (Reported by Judy Cabanting)
KEKAHA
St. Theresa Parish
Eighteen children received their First Holy Communion on May 2. Receiving Jesus for the first time were Devyn Abergas, Cydni Alvarez, Koanilea Alquiza-Kenney, Isabella Bateman, Jensen Battulayan, De’Angelo Carineo, Kaikea Correia, Kalee Games, Kharyl Llapitan, Ashton Mattos, Keahi Mattos, Kaikoa Perreira-Alquiza, Ikaika Rich, Weylon Ruiz, Kevin Saligumba, Layne Santiago, Tysson Unciano and Ethan Yamamoto. Big “mahalo” with God’s blessings on their teacher, Mr. Archie Achuara! A beautiful reception was held in the parish hall after Mass. God also sent buckets of blessings with all the heavy rains. Thankfully, everyone was under cover just in time! (Reported by Chantal A. Duarte)
EWA
Immaculate Conception
The primary role of the altar server and acolyte is to assist the priest in the celebration of Mass. This is a very special ministry because through them, along with the eucharistic ministers, we are able to receive Jesus in the Holy Eucharist. We would like to thank all those who answered God’s call to serve him at the altar. They were commissioned by Capuchin Franciscan Father Mike Dalton on Sunday, May 2. They are M.J. Agcamaran, M. Bates, M. Carter, K. Godinet, B. Hunter, A. Mariano, I. Paulo, J. Pader, J. Peralta, A. Rapoza, D. Rapoza, T. Toribio, T. Toribio, G. Villanueva, L. Villanueva, D. Villeza, N. Brown, A. Agcamaran, R. Alcos, S. Alcos, M. Gallagher, M. Mangrobang, V. Naputi, H. Ramirez and M. Soliven. We especially thank Richard and Sherrie Alcos, pictured, for giving their time to train our servers. Many blessings to all who serve us at Mass. (Reported by Alison A. Harney)
PAUOA VALLEY
Blessed Sacrament Parish
Our parish rejoiced in the celebration of Ruta Fonoti and Bert JR Carino’s First Communion this past Sunday. They are pictured with Father Thomas Acklin, the celebrant, and Father Khanh Nguyen. Father Acklin spoke about the gift of the Eucharist as the true presence of Jesus and how important it was for Catholics to know and believe it. At the end of the service Ruta and Bert joyfully recited a beautiful poem that reflected their joy and love for Jesus. A reception followed in the hall to honor the two special parishioners. Congratulations Ruta and JR! (Reported by Lei Kondo)
KULIOUOU
Holy Trinity Parish
Our next Family Promise host week is June 27. We still need a cleaning co-coordinator to help organize and coordinate the cleaning of the Makai House before and after our guests arrive. Also, our “wishlist” includes the following items: paper napkins: diapers (size 3 and 5); 33-gallon trash bags; adult backpacks in good condition; large shampoo and conditioner bottles; light weight twin bedspreads. Please bag and label these items “Family Promise” and take to the office. (From the parish bulletin)
HONOLULU
Sts. Peter and Paul
For Mother’s Day, May 9, the parish made available special Mother’s Day Mass cards in the back of the church. Thanks to the cards, mothers were remembered at all Masses on Mother’s Day. (From the parish bulletin)
WAIMANALO
St. George Parish
Congratulations and blessings to our parish children who received their First Holy Communion on May 2! They are Solomon Aragon, Starlette Bocobo, Micah Bradley, Camille Campo, Kamalei Castro, Kiana Ching, Christine Escalante, Andrew Gorman, Artaysia Hashimoto, Kaioluhia Mousser and Samson Rasay, pictured here with Father Bob Maher and Deacon Ed Cho. (Photo by Anthony De Motta)
WAIALUA
St. Michael Parish
Please continue to pray for all our military members and their families. Help us be current in our listing by letting us know when they return. We would like to pray for the following: Steve Meyers, Shalin Turner, Ryan Cole, Joshua Damas, John Herrman, Christopher Lagpacan, Joseph Roland, Troy Sabanal, Tim Miller, Chad Villines, Tyron Brown, Justin Ashmore, James Isenhower, Robert Aceret, Anthony Waters, James Dela Pena III, Scott Abregado, Eric Corpuz, Matthew Valmoja, Leif Anderson, Noemi Laureano, Clayton Chincio John Reed, Kevin Knight, Joshua Higgins, Matthew Fitter, Michael Lundy, Patrick Backmann, Willie Jones and Margie Jones. (From the parish bulletin)
KANEOHE
St. Ann Parish
On May 5, Bishop Larry Silva celebrated Confirmation Mass. Before Mass, he visited with the 41 candidates as they waited eagerly for Mass to begin. Jacob Hillegass and Shyanne Humel gave testimonies prior to the procession reflecting on their two years of preparation. During Mass, the candidates listened intently to Bishop Larry and reverently came forward to receive the anointing. The Mass was ministered by the parish youth, including music ministers from Joyful Noise, lectors, hospitality ministers and tech room ministers. Students and parents from the Confirmation I class hosted the reception after Mass for the newly confirmed and their families. (Reported by Kuulei Halemano)
AIEA
St. Elizabeth Parish
About 36 confirmandi went on the spiritual, fun-filled Confirmation Phase II Retreat, “Sealed with the Gift of the Holy Spirit,” at Camp Kokokahi, April 16-18. What made this year extra special was the participation of seven students from St. Rita Parish in Nanakuli. Of the retreat’s many spiritual themes, the strongest message was to keep their faith and action journeys thriving — life after Confirmation will not be easy but know that God loves us with an unconditional love. James 2:18: “Thou hast faith, and I have works: show me thy faith without thy works, and I will show thee my faith by my works.” Thank you, Father Jon Cabico for your talk and for hearing confessions. The retreat was coordinated by the religious education retreat team and Manette Kokubun! (Reported by Rose de Vera-Javier)
ENCHANTED LAKE
St. John Vianney Parish
We will have special guests at and after the 9 a.m. Mass on May 16. Women from the Kailua Women’s Community Correctional Center’s “Total Life Recovery Program” will share how God has transformed their lives, and perform sign language and hula. Please join us for this enlightening and touching experience. Our parish has had a long history of ministry at the Women’s Community Correctional Center. Our deacons conduct a Sunday Communion service every week and other parishioners from here and St. Anthony’s are involved in ministry there. (From the parish bulletin)
PEARL CITY
Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish
April brought a shower of reasons to give thanks, especially on the 26th, the Feast of Our Lady of Good Counsel and the 14th anniversary of the ordination of Father Pascual Abaya IV, our administrator. Pictured next to Father Abaya is parochial vicar Father Paul Li. The church courtyard overflowed with parishioners who attended the early Mass and then gathered to feast on each other’s specialties. Breakfast pastries, fruits and eggs were enjoyed with side dishes of Korean flank pancakes, Filipino bibingka and lumpia, Japanese fried rice, Chinese gau chee, Portuguese bean soup, Hawaiian pork and chowder, and multi-ethnic hospitality. Father Abaya was showered with gifts. He thanked everyone for sharing in parish life and listening to the good counsel of the Lord in imitation of Our Lady. Keeping united in fun, fellowship and focus was the theme. (Reported by Elaine Yamashita)
NUUANU
St. Stephen Parish
On April 24, Blessed Sacrament and St. Stephen Churches held a Mediterranean dinner celebration in St. Stephen Parish Hall for the past and present priests of the two parishes in appreciation for their priestly service. Honored were Fathers Tom Acklin, OSB, Clarence Fisher, Christopher Keahi, Khanh Pham Nguyen, Francis Peterson, Henry Sabog and Harry Yim. Congratulations to Father Peterson and Father Sabog on their 50th ordination anniversary this year and to Father Tom for his 30th anniversary of profession. More than 100 parishioners came to express their gratitude. Tom Low prepared a video about our honorees. Toni Farms and Debby Lee were the emcees. Entertainment was by guitarist Marcos Brackins, the “New” Sisters Actors/Actresses, and the religious education children. Mahalo to all who helped in the cooking and food preparation, setting up and cleaning up! Kudos to the planning committee, Deacon Ronald Choo, Toni Farm, Sui Kozuma, Valerie Low, Elizabeth Lum, Jose and Luisa Padron, Patti Silva, Joe and Ono Soon and Evelyn Starkey, for an evening of much camaraderie. We continue to pray for vocations and in thanksgiving for our priests! Alleluia! (Reported by Liz Lum)
WAIANAE
Sacred Heart Parish
On April 25, Father Rey had the honor of celebrating First Holy Communion with 17 of our children. They are Agnes Alaimalo, Albert Alaimano, April Alaimano, Michah Bolosan, Philomena Dulumpnis-Ganaban, Shaina Duran, Hazel English-Kaloi, Nikki Gregorio, Shayla Pavao, Stetson Pavao, Seireadan Sana, Kiana Silva, Cierra Tolentino, Dakota Tolentino, Maximino Umil, Halona Wilcox-Kalama and Hailly Williams-Isaacs. A special thanks goes to their teacher Aunty Tessie Silva (not pictured). May God continue to bless them and their families all the days of their lives. (Reported by Richard Medeiros)
HILO
St. Joseph Pre-School
Pre-schoolers teaching hula? Sister Liza Chettri, our elementary vice-principal, enjoyed a hula lesson with our pre-school students recently. Mahalo for joining us Sister Liza! Great job students! (Reported by Rowena Austria)
HILO
St. Joseph Elementary School
Our elementary band braved the rain and did a fantastic job marching in the Merrie Monarch parade in Hilo town last month. Congratulations students! We’re proud of all of you! (Reported by Rowena Austria)
HILO
St. Joseph High School
Our recent annual Hoolaulea included cultural workshops in Chinese cooking, hula, and ti-leaf lei making to swing dance and Hawaiian games. Most workshops were taught by students who never failed to impress with their excellent demonstrative speech skills. A Hoolaulea court with a king and queen and island representatives presided over an entertaining program in the school gym. The court members are (in no particular order) Queen Alyxandra Hopkins; King Hunter Lee; Hawaii — Savanica Nachor and Cruz Martinez; Kahoolawe — Catelyn Hakoda and Sydney Wilcox; Maui — Chae-Lyn Lindsey and William Scanlan-Leite; Lanai — Elizabeth Ferreira and Matthew Weldon; Molokai — Corinne Quinajon and Sawyer Rogers; Oahu — Savannah Brinkman and Andrew Langtry; Kauai — Jayla Nakayama and Joshua Teuber; Niihau — Fallon Jarneski and Jake Galves. (Reported by Rowena Austria)
WAILUKU
St. Anthony Jr./Sr.High School
On April 14-17, we were honored with the visit of Frank Ross, campus minister at St. Louis High School in Honolulu; Alicia Garcia, campus minister at Central Catholic High School in Texas; and Barbara Tweedy, dean of students at Chaminade Prep in California, as part of the sponsorship affirmation of the Marianists. The Marianists have sponsored St. Anthony since 1883 and continues to educate in the traditions of the Marianist philosophy based on the acronym F.O.C.U.S. — F = faith formation. O = ohana spirit. C = change and adaptation. U = unified for a quality education. S = service, justice and peace. The visiting committee wanted the school to know that the Marianist characteristics are very evident in all facets of the school — teachers, staff, administration, students, parents and school board. (Reported by Janice Pruett)
MAKAWAO
St. Joseph School
Our May Day Program and May Crowning opened the school and parish’s major annual fundraiser on April 30 — The St. Joseph Feast. It was a beautiful evening of song, dance, food, games and fellowship. This year’s May Day program at the school campus featured each class doing a wonderful song or dance depicting an island. Pictured here are the students and the court. The fifth grade king and queen were Joshua Cambra and Kaiolohia Victoria Kinores-Decoite. The crowning of the Blessed Mother Mary and the announcement of the Feast honorees followed under the entertainment tent. The school’s top three script sellers were celebrated with the task of presenting a gift in honor of the month of Mary. This year’s third place winner was preschooler Kaylee Miguel, presenting flowers at the feet of the statue. The second runner up was preschooler Kaumaka Roback, offered a lei to Mother Mary. The crowning was done by top seller, preschool student Ninoa Ripani. Mahalo to all who worked so hard to make the May Day and Feast such a success! (Reported by Helen Souza)
KAHULUI
Christ the King School
Under the instruction of our fifth grade art teacher, 33 students in grades K-6 participated in the First Annual Department of Water Supply calendar that will feature student art. Three of our students received honorable mention. Pictured are second grade students Kuualoha Barona, Princess Jena Santiago, John Hose, Tammy Abrew and Zoe Dadian. (Reported by Tammy Donahue)
HONOLULU
Cathedral Catholic Academy
On April 29, the eighth grade students held a spelling bee. They had to know all 300 words from their spelling/vocabulary program “Wordly Wise.” The last two spellers had to spell words outside of their list. It was a very exciting morning for the students. AJ Easley was the champion speller with Claire Doody as the first runner-up and Cindy Wu as the second runner-up. All the eighth graders did a great job. Pictured in photo, from left, Cindy Wu, AJ Easley, and Claire Doody. (Reported by Angie Taylor)
HONOLULU
Holy Family Catholic Academy
We have an official group of school recyclers who call themselves the Optimist Organization. This energetic and creative bunch of sixth grade students has spearheaded an awareness movement focused on preserving and conserving the earth’s natural resources. Throughout the school year, the club organized a recycling booth, distributed educational materials, created posters and made presentations about caring for our planet. Their most recent endeavor, “Go Green” Day, encouraged students to contribute one dollar to wear a green shirt in support of recycling efforts. Monies collected went to buy small recycling bins for every classroom. Thanks to the generosity of the school community, the Optimists far exceeded their goal and donated the excess funds to Catholic Relief Services. The dedication of the Optimists toward caring for God’s environment is unsurpassed. (Reported by Jocelyn Burch)
HONOLULU
Holy Trinity School
Our entire student body formed a “50" to mark our 50th anniversary in Catholic education. We are having a ball celebrating all school year long! (Reported by Colleen Nakama)
EWA BEACH
Our Lady of Perpetual Help School
Our school had even more reasons to celebrate its two administrators recently. On April 28, students, faculty and staff presented Father Scott Bush with hundreds of canned goods donated in honor of his birthday. At Mass that day, Father Scott commented that “the best gifts are those that can be shared with others,” and announced that the donations would be distributed to those in need via the parish food pantry. A few days later, on May 1, principal Sister Davilyn Ah Chick, OSF (pictured) was recognized for the 50th anniversary of her profession at the Jubilee Celebration for Clergy and Religious at St. Theresa Co-Cathedral. Members of the faculty and staff joined Sister Davilyn to express their support and gratitude for her dedication to her vocation and our school. (Reported Jill Sprott; photo by Russell Woodward)
HONOLULU
Maryknoll High School
It was a night to celebrate for junior Jason Lau and parents Nelson and Fancy Lau (seated) and Maryknoll graduates Galen and Patricia Ho (standing). Galen was honored with the 2010 Noblesse Oblige Award for Service, and Jason was awarded the 2010 Kekumano Scholarship at this year’s Monsignor Charles A. Kekumano Award and Scholarship Dinner in April. In memory of the late monsignor, the Noblesse Oblige Award is awarded annually to a person in the community who best lives Maryknoll’s motto, “Noblesse Oblige,” “To whom much is given, much is expected.” Galen and Patricia in 2002 established Maryknoll’s Ho-Ching Scholarship which is awarded to students of good academic standing and financial need who have demonstrated leadership and service. Galen serves as consultant to several Hawaii and Mainland organizations including Maryknoll School, Saint Louis School and the University of Hawaii at Manoa College of Engineering. (Reported by Stephen Florino; photo by maryknollphotography.com)
HONOLULU
Maryknoll Grade School
Our second grader Matthew Batacan received his First Holy Communion from Father Gordian Carvalho at Sacred Heart Church on May 2. Matthew was one of 12 Maryknoll students, and 22 children total, to participate in the celebration. (Reported by Stephen Florino; photo by liquidlightimages.com)
HONOLULU
Sacred Hearts Academy Lower School
Our fifth graders created a student census and announced the results on May 5 to an assembly of parents, teachers and special guests. The presentation implemented public speaking and Power Point skills. The year-long school census project was patterned after the 2010 U.S. Census. The fifth graders interviewed students and teachers. They compiled input from their interviews, devised census questions, and drafted census content. The final 30 census questions covered topics like time spent on homework, foods on school menus, preferred school hours, and class offerings. The census was distributed to Academy students in grades 4-6 with the fifth graders compiling results and graphing responses. Their goal was to find ways to improve our school. (Reported by Hayley Matson-Mathes)
HONOLULU
Sacred Hearts Academy High School
Our student journalists placed third overall in the Hawaii Publishers Association student journalism competition. In first place was Mililani, in second place Campbell. The schools competed in public, private, and neighbor island district categories. The judges were professional journalists. Senior Caitlin Mori won district and state awards in editorial writing for her editorial, “Banning Fireworks.” Senior Jody Hasebe earned district and state awards for her editorial cartoon on texting in the shower — an obsession. Junior Vanessa Freitas garnered a top district win in sports writing for her story on paddle boarding. Gaylen Isaacs is the Academy journalism teacher and advisor. Pictured in the front row are Jody Hasebe and Kanya Gagarin. Back row, Caitlin Mori, Geraldine Anne Agag and Ryna Gallardo. (Reported by Hayley Matson-Mathes)
HONOLULU
Star of the Sea Early Learning Center
At our Queen of the May celebration, April 30, in the Star of the Sea Church, the 2- to 6-year-olds performed traditional songs to honor our patron saint, Mary, Star of the Sea, and shared stories about Mary’s apparitions around the world. Toddlers sang “This Little Light of Mine.” The young preschool girls sang “On This Day O Beautiful Mother” and the young preschool boys did “Immaculate Mary.” The preschool girls performed “O Mary We Crown Thee” and the preschool boys did “In Fatima’s Cove.” The kindergarteners sang “Hail Holy Queen,” “Let There Be Peace on Earth” and “The Earth Anthem.” (Reported by the school)
KANEOHE
St. Ann School
Both the school and early learning center held their annual May Day program on April 30 with the theme “He Inoa No Na Alii – In Honor of the Alii.” Under the direction of music teacher Mrs. Mandy Brown and community members who graciously volunteered their time and knowledge, the students performed hula to songs honoring Hawaii’s monarchy. Our May Day Court was comprised of eighth graders representing alii from Kamehameha the Great to Queen Liliuokalani. Each court member was responsible for researching his or her alii and outfitting themselves appropriately. Choreography incorporating the hula and the waltz was among the program’s many highlights. In honor of the “Year for Priests,” special recognition was given to Father Herman Gomes, Father Benny Kosasih and Father John Keenan. (Reported by Kuulei Halemano; photo by Bryon Ng, Portraits by Brian)
MANOA
Saint Francis School
At the school’s St. Francis Ohana Fair on May 1, Sister Barbara Jean works at the Honeycomb game booth where keiki practiced their throwing and aiming skills so they can win prizes. (Reported by Slavica Hansbrough)
WAIPAHU
St. Joseph School
On April 30, we celebrated the many cultures of our world with our annual May Day program. All classes from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade and our dance and hula classes represented several cultures, including China, India, Tahiti, Spain and our very own Hawaii. We would like to thank the entire school community who contributed to our success this year. The fourth grade girls, pictured with their handmade garlands, danced Bulaklakan representing the Philippines. (Reported by Keala Kia)
HONOLULU
Saint Louis
Our math team took first place in the Hawaii State Math Bowl Championships on May 1 on Maui. The day-long statewide competition brought both public and private schools together to demonstrate individual and team skills in solving complex math problems. Each member of the Crusader Math Team dedicated countless hours practicing speed and accuracy. The team’s theme for the last two years has been “Cambodian Magic,” since Coach Samnang Sea took on the Math team. As a mathematician, Coach Sea shares his love and passion in solving complex problems with theories and solutions. A special thank you to Saint Louis School ohana for their unlimited support and prayers as the school rallied to clinch the first place trophy. With pride and dignity, the five young students returned to Oahu with the trophy, along with their Coach Sam Sea and Mr. Almodova. Congratulations to Dong Kuk Huh (‘12), Byung Hee Chun (‘12), Patrick Ma (‘11), Kyung Taek Lee (‘10), Coach Sea, Mathew Lee (‘11)! (Reported by Jodi Anne Yoshida)
HONOLULU
Chaminade University
A group of seven students and four staff traveled on April 24 to Kalaupapa, Molokai, where St. Damien served for a day of education and reflection. It was truly a day none of us will ever forget. (Reported by Kay Stone)