The historic Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of Peace has been closed for a year as an extensive renewal continues By Lisa Dahm Hawaii Catholic Herald The Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of Peace in downtown Honolulu is in the final phase of a years-long total physical renewal — just in time to serve as […]
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Pontiff declares in prayer vigil: ‘It is time for peace!’
By Carol Glatz Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY — Warning against an increasingly unpredictable and aggressive “delusion of omnipotence” threatening the globe, Pope Leo XIV called on world leaders and individuals to empty their hearts and minds of hatred and violence, and to start serving life. “Enough of the idolatry of self and money! Enough […]
Pope Leo retraces St. Augustine’s steps in Algeria
By Courtney Mares OSV News ANNABA, Algeria — Pope Leo XIV offered Mass April 14 at the basilica built near the site where St. Augustine died nearly 1,600 years ago, making a deeply personal pilgrimage in the footsteps of St. Augustine in Algeria. “Here the martyrs prayed; here St. Augustine loved his flock, fervently seeking […]
Catholic nurse aims to build network across Hawaii
Vebs Dominguez is the state’s representative in an organization geared toward those in her field By Lisa Dahm Hawaii Catholic Herald Nursing is a difficult profession. For Catholic nurses, the challenges are even more complex as they grapple with ethical and moral issues that arise in their everyday work. Vebs Dominguez hopes to change that. […]
Damien’s new president is grateful, honored to lead alma mater
By Celia K. Downes Hawaii Catholic Herald With a strong background in business and a deep love for his alma mater — not to mention champion-level coaching skills — Damien Memorial School’s new president and CEO is ready to lead the Kalihi campus into the future. Walter “Wally” Marciel, a 1979 Damien graduate, was officially […]
Isle jubilarians lauded at annual celebratory Mass
Hawaii Catholic Herald The Diocese of Honolulu and many of Hawaii’s religious communities gathered April 11 to honor their ordained and professed members who are marking jubilee milestones this year. The annual Jubilarian Mass was held at the Co-Cathedral of St. Theresa in Honolulu, with lay faithful also attending the liturgy and reception that followed. […]
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Pope responds to criticism with ‘Blessed are the peacemakers’
By Courtney Mares and Kate Scanlon OSV News ABOARD THE PAPAL FLIGHT TO ALGIERS — Pope Leo XIV said April 13 he has “no fear” of President Donald Trump’s administration and responded to Trump’s criticism by telling journalists that his message to the U.S. president is “the message of the Gospel: Blessed are the peacemakers.” […]
Couple shows gratitude through life in ministry
By Catholic Stewardship Consultants www.CatholicSteward.com For Mason and Teo Matsuda, faith is not just something practiced on Sundays — it shapes every part of their lives. Over the years, the couple has poured their time, talents and even their home into the life of their parish, Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Ewa Beach. From […]
Foundation of parish family lies in acts of stewardship
By Catholic Stewardship Consultants www.CatholicSteward.com For many Catholics, parish life is centered on Sunday Mass. We arrive, pray, receive the Eucharist and return to the responsibilities of the week ahead. Faithful Mass attendance is essential to our spiritual lives. Yet the church invites us to something deeper than attendance alone: We are called not simply […]
The School News: April 24, 2026
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Calling girls ages 12-18: Join Sacred Hearts Academy for an Easter pilgrimage to France
Special to the Herald Sacred Hearts Academy is planning an all-girls pilgrimage to France during Easter 2027, and girls ages 12-18 from Hawaii’s Catholic schools and parishes are invited to join the once-in-a-lifetime spiritual journey. The trip will include stops in Paris, Lourdes and Poitiers (where the Congregation of the Sacred Hearts of Jesus and […]
Holy Trinity to host Walking with Moms baby shower May 17
Special to the Herald The Respect Life Committee at Holy Trinity Church in Kuliouou along with churches in the East Honolulu Vicariate will once again sponsor a Walking with Moms baby shower celebrating new life and new family life. The shower will take place May 17 from 2-4 p.m. in the parish gym. This is the fourth […]
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