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12 NOVEMBER 22, 2013 A SPECIAL FEATURE OF THE HAWAII CATHOLIC HERALD NOVEMBER 22, 2013 13 TheParish SchoolNews & NOVEMBER 22, 2013

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1 MOLOKAI education program re- not just to provide kudos to na Tangatailoa. (Reported tanker, in security detail, with all the fixings in the res. Kudos to these awesome from left: Maria Vicente, The Maguires provided infor- the building fund. Father 15 EWA BEACH Bearis as St. the St. Damien Parish searched and made posters these folks, but to make them by Mary Ann Bode; photo by a weapons tech, and even church hall. Pictured are top parishioners! … Pictured: Makana Waikiki, mation to catechists and youth Joseph Diaz, our tourna- Our Lady of Perpetual Archangel. The judges, Teo of of their choice. Dur- known to our entire parish Father William Shannon) someone who had worked in chefs Eric Bega and Roy Valerie Murai and Claude Galdones, Nyah Lacro ministry adult leaders ranging Matsuda, Kathy Sniffen, On Oct. 19, after 18 months ment ambassador and candid ing Mass, Father Rufino community. Our first parishio- cryptology. Those present felt Aipa who worked diligently Pasalo praying for their and Eunice Domingo. … from core values to safe envi- Help Parish Kanalulu, Eric of study and reflection, seven photographer, opened the Gepiga called the children ner profile is Geri Mannino. 6 KALAHEO humbled by the willingness behind the scenes preparing loved ones resting in our cem- Also on Oct. 27, the Hawaii ronment guidelines and fel- Our second annual All Kim and Derek Salis, had parishioners entered a one- event with a prayer. Eighty- forward and gave each child A parishioner for over 30 Holy Cross Parish of these men to serve. There the delicious meal. … Prior etery. (Reported by Lee Rivera) Council of Filipino Catho- lowship. Their visit wrapped Saints Party, kicking off our a difficult time. Pictured are year commitment as secular seven golfers from across the Parish Religious Educa- an opportunity to share about years, Geri is involved in many The Westside Ministries are no words to say except a to the All Souls Day Mass, lic Clubs second annual up at the Nov. 10 youth and some of the age 10-13 par- branch members of the 10 KANEOHE island played and 30 parish tion Week on Nov. 2, had their . It was a joy to see ministries. She is a money Concert of Choirs again heartfelt thank you. Pictured Confirmation students Charity Queen Corona- young adult Mass, during ticipants. Trunk or Treat after Congregation of the Sa- volunteers wore “Thank God saintly games for children, the different costumes and the counter, RCIA team member, filled an October evening are Father Edison and the placed luminaries at each St. Ann Parish tion at the Hualalai Academy which workshop participants the 5 p.m. Mass drew some cred Hearts of Jesus and grave in the Holy Ghost cem- for Golf” T-shirts. The awards saints costume contest, Trunk creativity of each saint. They in the centering prayer group, with good ole hymns as well veterans. (Reporter by Judy Twenty-six parishioners, in Kailua-Kona brought to- promised to serve and nurture 20 trunks, double last year’s Mary. The new members etery in remembrance of our gether three Big Island parish- banquet offered a local-style or Treat, hot dogs, chips, inspired everyone who came a lector, and a former religious as new songs of inspiration. Cabanting) including associate pastor youth the best way they can. number. The parish celebra- extend their thanks to Sacred faithfully departed. During es: ours, St. Joseph, Hilo, and juice and popcorn. The goal to see and hear the stories of education teacher for over 25 Choirs of all sizes and accom- Father Dedi Riberu, spent (Reported by Celia K. Downes) buffet, lechon-style roast pig tion of Religious Education Hearts sector coordinator Ai- the Mass, parishioners offered St. Michael, Kailua-Kona. Our of the party was to increase their lives and how they be- years. Geri is always ready to paniment, a cappella to hula, 7 WAIPAHU time on Nov. 2 helping build and homemade desserts. One Week ended on Nov. 10 with leen Kupihea and Sisters came models for all of us. We candles at the remembrance parishioner Mrs. Leonida 13 PEARL CITY an awareness of the lives of “step in” whenever there is a shared their talents praising St. Joseph Parish houses for Habitat for Hu- hundred sponsors and donors posters from pre-kinder to Marie Christine, Herman thank the religious ed teach- table displaying photos of Cumlat received the title of the saints. The games, run by need! Geri says, “This parish and glorifying God. See you manity. Parishioners, with Our Lady of Good donated special gifts. Each middle school and essays Julia and Jessie Kai of our ers who assisted the children Those gathering on Oct. 12 at their deceased loved ones. Princess of Prudence. Mrs. the high school religious is the most important thing all next year! … There were volunteers from other groups player received a goody bag from the high school depart- parish for their faithful men- in this wonderful project. noon at the front steps of St. (Reported by Mary Jean S. Janet Galdones, also from Counsel Parish education department, in- in my life. I receive so much not only games, a haunted such as BYUH and Blue with all sorts of things includ- ment on display on the walls toring over many months. Pic- Pictured, from left, are Jerzy Joseph Church to be a part of Bega) our parish, received the Father The high school youth cluded Canonizing the Saints, strength and encouragement house and other cool stuff Water Mission helped to of the parish breezeway. The tured, from left, are Danny Weeks (St. Helen), Kamalei the nationwide 2013 Public Ernest Claes Award as the in our Confirmation Pro- ing a Pope Francis Prayer St. Isadora’s Pumpkin Patch, from old timers and from our at our parish Fright Night lay foundations, build frames theme of the posters and essay Gutierrez, Sacred Hearts Omalza (St. ), Square Crusade 9 HAWI most outstanding member gram hosted the fourth card and a Golfer’s Prayer. Fishing with Saint James, Pin- new parishioners. My life is Oct. 26, but also Trunk-O- and erect walls. A group from contests was “Encountering provincial Father Johna- Lei Ana Bland (St. Colum- included La Salette Father of the year. Congratulations annual All Hallows Eve Frito Lay’s donated bags of ning the Shamrock on St. Pat- totally centered around our Treat, a chance to get candy Parish our parish also prepared and Christ Every Day.” (Reported than Hurrell, Sacred ba) and Sophia Mortejo Efren Tomas, La Salette Janet and Leonida! … Also for Celebration for the children chips and Kentucky Fried rick, Musical Chairs with the church. It’s my home.” Geri by going from one decorated We celebrated All Saints served lunch for the volun- by Julia Torres) Hearts provincial Sister (St. ). (Re- Father Philip Naw Aung, our Year of Faith observance, of our parish and school. The Chicken sponsored their Saints, St. Therese’s Flower has one daughter, two grand- car trunk to another. Thanks Day with a short prayer ser- teers. Our Homelessness Regina Mary Jenkins, ported by Esther Yap) representatives from AGAPE, 14 parishioners are participat- youth dressed up as some of Toss Feed My Sheep and children and two great-grand- to all, young and old, who vice followed by a potluck and Affordable Housing famous chicken sandwich 16 PEARL CITY Grace Kashiwamura, Extraordinary Ministers ing in the 33 Days to Morn- our beloved saints and pro- Tower of Babel. Fourth grade children. All of them live in helped in the Halloween dinner, bingo and games. The Committee were thrilled to box lunches. Tournament Rose Brito, Mary Ann 3 WAIMEA of Holy Communion, the ing Glory Marian Retreat, vided games, treats and prizes teacher Remi Cabrera also Our Lady of Good Hawaii. (Reported by Normand event. … On Nov. 10, Kauai event was well attended and see the St. Ann’s spirit in ac- games and prizes added to the Hill, Maria Sullivan, Ai- Filipino Catholic Club, Nov. 5 to Dec. 8. The group is that, mixed together with the had games in her classroom. Counsel School Annunciation of the Lord H.J. Robert) Vicariate youths spent those who came would like tion. Some of our parishioners fun. After entertainment by leen Kupihea and Janeel the Knights of Colum- seeking total consecration to smiles and laughter of the An additional attraction this Our Division B girls vol- Hew. The mission of a secular Parish a day at the Kauai Memo- bus, Ladies Altar Society, to do this more often. … On pose for a picture. (Reported children, made for a fun-filled OnTheFlipSide, Body by 5 LIHUE Christ through Mary through year was face painting by leyball season has come branch member is to share in Father Stephen Macedo, rial Convention Center with lectors/commentators, All Souls Day, 7 a.m. Mass by Kuulei Halemano) event. (Reported by Laurie Champ and Jarred Cam- Jesse Manibusan who was celebrated in our church daily readings from a book Stan and Valerie Alvarez. to a close, but what a season the Sacred Hearts Congrega- our associate pastor, blessed La Salette by Father Michael E. Gaitely Munoz) pos, the evening ended at 8 The winners of the saint cos- it was! The 13 players from the graves at the Waimea shared with them his music, cemetery. After Mass and 11 PAPAIKOU tion’s charism and mission Parish and Spouse of St. Joseph, and weekly meetings. The p.m. with a blessing by Father tume contest were: for 6 years grades five through eight Catholic Cemetery on All life experiences and faith. He prayers for those present, Fa- through their own vocation, About 200 youth, young parishioners and others. (Re- Immaculate Heart of consecration ceremony will be 14 MAKAKILO Joe. The golfers bowed their and below -- Tia as Mother played their first game on Souls Day, Nov. 2. … Parish encouraged them to be strong ther Bob Schwarzhaupt living the Gospel and building adults and catechists from our ported by Mary Cachuela) Mary Parish at Mass on Dec. 9, when the St. Jude Parish heads, allowing their hearts Theresa, Joseph Rippey Sept. 18. One month and five youth are fundraising to at- in their faith, through service, prayed over individual graves a more just world while realiz- five Kauai parishes attended The High School and Feast of the Immaculate Con- The St. Jude Catholic to receive God’s love through as St. Joseph and Jordann games later, the girls honed tend the L.A. Congress next and praised them for being a 8 KULA as requested. … The Year ing the Kingdom of God in the the Kauai Vicariate Youth ception is observed. (Reported as St. Elizabeth; for ages their skills and showed what spring in Anaheim, Calif. One light of faith by participating of Faith came to a close Young Adults Ministry Church Golf Club hosted prayer. Pictured, front left, are church and the world today. Day Nov. 10 at the Conven- Kula Catholic Community by Pat Phillips; photo by Inez 7-9, Blaine Reyes as Juan truly made them successful: of their fundraisers included in the rally. Congratulations with celebrations Nov. 15-16 hosted a fun parish Hal- its first annual Benefit Golf three volunteers: Rod- (Reported by Maria Sullivan; tion Hall in Lihue. Guest To celebrate the beginning Johnson) teamwork. Coach Mrs. Ol- a steak fry dinner in Waikoloa to the rally planners and honoring our West Hawaii loween carnival Oct. 27 Tournament on Oct. 25 at erick Quiocho III (visiting his Diego de Guadalupe, photo by Judy L. Bittenbender) speaker, songwriter and musi- ivia Ho and assistant coach Village on Nov. 1. (Reported by especially to Jesse and Jodi of Religious Education Vicariate Island Treasures in for children and adults fea- the Coral Creek Golf Course in parents from Texas), Richard Alvarez as St. Augustine cian Jesse Manibusan kept Week (Nov. 3-9), the fifth/ turing a potluck of delicious 12 AIEA Ewa Beach. The two hole-in- and Lei Lei Simonsen as Pi‘ikea Weaver dedicated 2 HAIKU Mary Erickson) Manibusan for leading it. … the Makaeo Pavillion at the Quiocho and Randall Quio- everyone thinking and laugh- sixth grade class hosted St. Elizabeth; for ages 10-13, their time perfecting each of Lunch with Our Heroes Old Kona Airport. Represent- food and desserts, a costume St. Elizabeth Parish one prizes were a Harley Da- cho. As the spotters for the St. Rita Parish ing as he engaged them in a was theme for our first Veter- a children’s Mass. During his ing our parish for their many contest, carnival games Our parish welcomed Life vidson motorcycle and a GMC Braeden Reyes as St. Paul, the team member’s talents. 4 EWA Harley Davidson, Richard and With the entrance song, full day of praise and worship. ans Day celebration. Parish- , Father Ge- years of services were Liz and a donut eating contest. Teen representatives Pat- Terrain SUV. One golfer came Joshua Alvarez as St. Jo- At the Saint Francis School “When the Saints Go March- Immaculate Conception Pictured, from left, with Jesse ioners who are veterans were nilla shared vital components Bautista, Janet Coit, Mar- Pictured in front, from left, rick and Mary Maguire within three inches of winning Randall had to stay at Hole seph and Brent Torregosa in Manoa girl’s volleyball ing In,” 25 saints marched in Parish are our parish youth Geneva invited to share their service of the ministry and thanked garet Couttie, Madeline Alyssa Torricer (with mom from St. Joseph Marello the GMC Terrain. The event No. 6 for eight hours to be as St. Damien; for 14 and tournament, Oct. 19-26, our for an All Saints Day celebra- For the “Year of Faith,” we Dela Cruz, Sheryl Ann stories and photos. The audi- everyone for their support. Gonsalves, Mary Lou Ig- Jane), Santiago Patino, Parish in Granite Bay, Calif., raised money for the out- eyewitnesses in case of a hole- older, Janette Rippey as St. girls shined! Showcasing their tion on Nov. 3. For weeks, the would like to highlight some Tomas, Jasmine Carnate, ence heard from a vet who Following Mass, parishioners nacio, Rita Maria, Fabian Joshua Chew, and Chris- Nov. 8 and 9 for workshops reach ministry, religious in-one. (Reported by Genara Bernadette, Aurora Agcao- ability to work together, they children of the religious of our special parishioners, Justine Ragsac and Sabri- served aboard an airborne enjoyed a pancake breakfast Toribio and Carlton Tor- topher Asejo. Back Row focused on youth ministry. education program and Buza-Campos) ili as St. Cecilia and Michael brought home the second 14 15 TheParish&SchoolNews NOVEMBER 22, 2013 NOVEMBER 22, 2013 TheParish&SchoolNews place trophy! Two of the Sea Schools. Members of the cussed how differences in the Challenger Center Ha- eighth grade girls, Riahna team, under the guidance of brains of boys and girls impact waii in Kapolei to experience C. and Angelyne L., were Merle Sen and Shirley La- their interactions and under- a simulated space shuttle invited to join the Catholic bisores, included Mercedes standing, and how they view mission called Return to the School League All Star Anacleto, Tatyana Chung, the world. Parenting Press Moon. The fieldtrip was the Volleyball Game at Star Bronwen Chun-Ming, selected Bentley as one of the culmination of six weeks of of the Sea on Nov. 4, where Kelci Deuz, Cailey Filipo, 12 outstanding parent educa- NASA-developed astronomy they impressed the crowd Kiara Flores, Lexy Frei- tors in North America. … On lessons by science teacher with their dexterity. Way to tas, Morgan Harrison, Nov. 8, a military appre- Cristina Veresan. At Chal- go all OLGC Division B Girls! Raena Ho, Flora Huang, ciation prayer service in lenger, the 26 students took Pictured with their second Jessica Jorgensen, Quinn the church honored parents, various roles on mission place trophy, from left, are Lum, Meadow Miyamoto teachers administrators control and shuttle teams. Riahna C., Tyla M., PE and Minami Nagahama. serving, or who have served, Applying knowledge and teacher Donna Daligcon, (Reported by Hayley Matson- in the military, reminding 27 28 skills learned in the class- Jayce Lynn J., Alyssa K., Mathes) everyone how valuable they room, they accomplished Jessica W., Kailee H., are to the school. Pictured are mission objectives including 20 HONOLULU Catherine L., Christa- 19 20 members of the 1st Battal- a successful lunar landing! Faith S., Julia T., Lauren Cathedral Catholic ion, 3rd Marines of Kaneo- Pictured, navigators Geor- S., assistant coach Weaver, Academy he Marine Base presenting the gina D’Sanson, left, and Angelyne L., coach Ho and colors. The guest speaker was Isabelle Wolff determine Asia M. (Missing is Claudia Kindergarten and first Lt. Col. James Conway, a course to enter lunar orbit. Jean A.) (Reported by Ginger grade students created commanding officer of the … Our school was awarded Kamisugi) special, handmade Christmas 2nd Battalion, 3rd Marines a teacher/curriculum cards for members of our U.S. and father of fourth grader development grant from 17 EWA BEACH military stationed overseas. Clara Conway. … Parish the Augustine Educa- These cards will be sent to and school members will tional Foundation that Our Lady of Perpetual the organization Operation Help School team up for its first candle- completely funds new science Christmas Card who will on Dec. On Nov. 8, Mrs. Tracy light procession textbooks and software for then send their warm wishes 7 after the 5 p.m. Vigil Mass. 29 30 the next two years. “We are Spencer’s first grade to troops stationed all over the class and Miss Kaha‘e They will pray the rosary for proud to announce that our world. At a time when many world peace while walking request for funding of new Maikai-Iakopo’s second of our service men and wom- grade class journeyed back around the church and school Science Curriculum Materials en receive little mail during campus in the time-honored in grades one through five in time with an excursion the holidays, it is wonderful on the Ewa Plantation tradition of religious proces- was accepted,” said Carola to know that our students are sions. A potluck will follow in Souza, principal of the train. Enthusiastic students able to send a little Christmas learned about how the rail- Father Henry Hall. For more 67-year-old school in Waia- cheer along with gratitude information, call the parish of- lae. The new program, Sci- way contributed to the rich and prayerful thoughts for our and invaluable plantation era EDITOR’S fice at 266-2222. (Reported by ence Fusion, from Houghton brave. God Bless our troops! Kristie Carpenter) Mifflin Harcourt, is a state- of Hawaii. The Hawaiian 21 22 CHOICE 23 (Reported by Magdalena Col- Railway Society works to of-the-art program optimized lins) 24 KAILUA preserve Hawaii’s rich railroad for learning in the classroom, history and was instrumental 21 HONOLULU St. School at home, on a laptop, a tablet or using a science text book. in getting Oahu’s remaining Holy Family Catholic The school had a pink-out 31 32 stretch of track, from Ewa to day, Oct. 25, for Breast The program develops impor- Nanakuli, placed on the State Academy Cancer Awareness tant critical thinking skills in and National Registers of The One-Can Campaign Month, on which students students. The materials are Historic Sites. The Hawaiian with the goal of 100 percent and faculty were requested already in the hands of the Railway, the operating arm of student participation is thriv- to wear something pink. The teachers. (Reported by Keith the Hawaiian Railway Society, ing at our school. Coordinated support for the cause was Haugen) has the only active, historical annually during November overwhelming. Those who railway on Oahu. Everyone by third grade teacher Mrs. dressed in pink that day posed 33 HONOLULU enjoyed and appreciated Deborah Gibo, this commu- for a picture in the form of Damien Memorial School learning more about the be- nity service project promotes the well-known ribbon that The HMSA Foundation ginnings of Hawaii. (Reported the spirit of giving school- symbolizes breast cancer presented a $30,000 grant on by Tracy Spencer) wide, and provides third awareness. … On Nov. 23, Oct. 29 for the school’s $12 graders the opportunity to the school will hold an open million construction project, 18 HONOLULU gain valuable expository skills house for enrollment, Damien’s most ambitious yet. Sacred Hearts Academy 24 25 26 as they visit classrooms to 8:30-10:30 a.m. Parents 33 34 The check, presented by the explain the project firsthand. interested in enrolling their foundation’s executive admin- High School The cans are donated at the KALAUPAPA child(ren) in the new 3-year- istrator Mark Forman to Our Lancer Speech Team more about God and one an- neth Trask and Lucille for our Christmas Octave. end of the month to the par- old early learning center, eighth graders, everyone got 12 articles of Faith and the arts teacher Mr. Brad Wil- Capinpin, SM) is off to a strong start this Damien president Bernard other through prayer, learning St. Francis Parish Schlemmer who in October No experience necessary. Re- ish outreach efforts. Service the 4-year-old early learning into the spirit. Pictured are teacher, students and parents liamson encourages all of his Ho, will establish health year! At Kahuku and Kaiser centers and potluck lunches. Here in the Hansen’s disease completed their training as ex- hearsal starts on Nov. 21 at and curriculum objectives center, kindergarten or grades two saintly first graders, Ju- decided how to decorate their eligible students to enter the 30 AIEA High Schools tournaments, education, wellness programs G.I.F.T. sessions are monthly settlement where Father traordinary ministers of Holy 6:30 p.m. Call Trissa Walter make a winning combination! 1-8, are invited to meet the neau Stickley and Robert classroom doors. The objective contest which is run by the St. Elizabeth School each of our veteran speech and health screenings for the and we invite all parishioners Damien and Mother Communion. Father Steve at 253-0962. (From the parish Pictured are first graders principal, administrators and Noguchi. (Reported by Kuulei of this activity is for the school Veterans of Foreign Wars. team members was recog- Our school participated in new athletic complex, multi- to join us this month as we Marianne ministered and Nguyen commissioned three bulletin) from Ms. Lai Yin Ng’s class teachers and tour the campus. Halemano) ohana to deepen its knowl- Students from all schools may nized for a superior perfor- Operation Christmas purpose room, library and died, our Year of Faith at the 5 p.m. Mass and seven holding aloft their contribu- Enrollment is open for the edge of the Christian Faith, enter. Luigi was asked to at- mance. Senior Danielle Ho focus on the upcoming Advent HONOLULU SALT LAKE Child. Student and families conference rooms. Damien’s year has been one of ongoing at the 7 a.m. Mass, Nov. 2 tions from home. (Reported by third quarter, beginning Jan. live out the morals of our tend the Veteran’s Day Parade was honored for impromptu season. May we all continue filled shoeboxes with gifts capital campaign, E Ho‘opa‘a renewal but not in any earth- and 3, respectively. Father Sts. Peter and Paul Parish Christina Malins; photo by Lai 6, 2014, the 2014-2015 school St. Early Faith and share the good news in Kapaa on Nov. 2 where speaking, senior Maria our journey of faith with hope, for poor children around the — Securing our Future, also shaking fashion. Our patients Steve conducted the training In a note in the parish bul- Yin Ng) year, and throughout the year. about our Faith. The pastor he read his essay in honor Cashdollar and junior Zoe love and joy. (Reported by Learning Center world. Operation Christmas plans an expanded parking sessions assisted by extraor- letin, parish music director For more information, contact Father Manny Dela Cruz of all veterans. Congratula- Sprott participated in con- Stephanie Araki) who come to our 5:45 a.m. Our school will host the Child demonstrates God’s love lot and new common areas, Mass do so with great devo- dinary minister coordinator Timothy Cubero thanked 22 KANEOHE the school office at 261-4651 and parish representatives tions to Luigi and Mr. Wil- to hurting children in a tangi- including a mall entrance and gressional debate, and sopho- Elizabeth Lum and current benefit concert Hope for WAIALUA tion, then dedicate their days John Puu “who gave his nice St. Ann’s Early Learning or visit www.sjvkailua.org. Hawaii, 6-10:30 p.m., Nov. judged the door decorations. liamson! Pictured, from left, ble way by partnering up with spectator seating for outdoor more Michaela Graves ministers Mario and Cora (Reported by Tess Reyes) are Mr. Sgarby, Jonathan gave a dramatic interpreta- to their work responsibilities surprise creation of the very Center (Reported by Earl Walker) 23, supporting Operation churches worldwide to deliver events. Pictured, from left, St. Michael Parish here in the settlement. We Orbito and Demetria Kua- handsome elevated platform Hoomanawanui, Luigi gift-filled shoeboxes and the holding a check for $30,000, tion. The Lancer high school pahi. Lucille Schlemmer We had a spooktacular Christmas Child, a project A group from Bethlehem welcome the many pilgrims for our church’s organ bench! 25 WAIPAHU 28 KAPAA Sgarby, Mr. Williamson Good News of Jesus Christ. are principal Brother Peter team welcomed new members will join our Convalescent Halloween Festival this that collects shoebox gifts sold hand-carved olive wood who come here; they in turn I can tell that great care and and Mrs. Sgarby. (Reported (Reported by Sharon Nagasawa Zawot, Bernard Ho, Damien including sophomore Marga- Center of Honolulu ministry year. Students donned cos- St. Joseph School for distribution around the St. Catherine School religious articles from Beth- strengthen our faith by their craftsmanship were put into by Andrea Corbo and Patricia board chairman Floyd Bap- ret Phillips, junior Sarah team on Sundays, and Ken tumes they made at school On Nov. 1, we celebrated world. Celebrating its 20th On Aug. 15, feast of the As- lehem and Jerusalem Nov. presence. For the most part we its design, production, and Dohert) 31 HONOLULU tist, HMSA’s Mark Forman Naai and senior Monica Oshiro will assist Father and visited the grade school a special All Saints Day anniversary, Operation Christ- sumption of the Blessed 9 and 10. Since the conflict do not get to participate in the final polish. It is most hand- and Damien board member Ho. Speech members in Steve at Hale Ho Aloha and classrooms, rectory, admin- Mass sponsored by the 3B mas Child hopes to collect 9.8 Mary, the students Maryknoll School started in the Holy Land, many opportunities and activi- some, durable, stable, safe, 29 HONOLULU Edmund Aczon. The Chris- grades seven and eight are the Convalescent Center of istration offices, library and class. In addition, the whole million gift-filled shoeboxes took part in the Adoration The grade school’s physical ties offered by the of and it blends in very naturally tian Brothers, whose mission gearing up for the first inter- many families have lost their Honolulu Masses on the third food court, collecting treats school welcomed two-second in 2013, with 37,000 coming of the Most Blessed Sac- Saint Louis School ed department launched Honolulu due to our partial with the organ cabinet’s fin- is to serve the educational mediate speech meet of the main income from tourism. and fourth Thursdays of each along the way. The 3-year-olds graders into our Catholic faith from Honolulu. The concert rament. Their reactions were “A lot of times it’s difficult the Early Riser-Get UP isolation here, but we do join ish! Mr. Puu’s initiative and his needs of the less privileged, year at Iolani School. Pictured, The craft sale provides a help- month. We thank our existing were dressed as yummy spam as they received the sacrament will feature Amanda Fra- truly amazing. Some said to relate to a saint’s life” and Get FIT program for the personal time to create and founded Damien in 1962. The from left, are Monica Ho, ing hand to the Christians in its spirit. Those who live ministers for their continued musubis. The 4-year-olds were of . Pictured are Kyle zier, Streetlight Cadence, they could feel the presence was how senior Seamus third to sixth graders this work on this church furniture school has nearly 600 students Michaela Graves, Danielle Ho, who are becoming a rarity in the Faith here live the Faith support, service and renewal: superheroes and the kinder- Correa, left, and Rhyan and Steph Tamoka, of Christ, or they heard Christ Hurley began to explain to fall. This free, five-week fit- adds and complements to the in grades 6-12. (Reported by Zoe Sprott and Sarah Naai. the homeland of Jesus Christ. profoundly and joyfully share Eugenia De Leon, Violet garteners created their very Marie Okamoto after they Cradle to Grave and other speaking to them. Others faculty, staff, students and ness program was a huge hit. liturgical art of our sanctuary, Pat Bigold) (Reported by Hayley Matson- (From the parish bulletin) it with those who are blessed Kondo, Paulo Leuta, Guy own paper plate masks. Other were congratulated by their acts, plus a special perfor- liked the quiet time for prayer. families why St. Peter was his On Tuesdays and Thursdays in and we in the music ministry Mathes) to visit, as well as those who Monahan, Alika Piper, Jo- activities included a pump- school ohana. (Reported by mance by Puzzle Pieces. All said they wanted to do it favorite saint. As the school October, from 7 to 7:30 a.m., are most grateful to John!” 34 MAKAWAO HONOLULU work here and who dedicate seph and Onolata Soon, kin decorating contest and Keala Kia) There will also be food and a again. So on All Saints Day, community gathered Nov.1 students worked on health WAIPIO GENTRY their lives to the care and the (From the parish bulletin) Sacred Heart Parish Evelyn Starkey, Henriette a “Guess how Many Spiders variety of retailers. Admission Nov. 1, after attending Mass, to celebrate Eucharist, they and skill-related fitness com- St. Joseph Early Learning Resurrection of the Lord service of the patients in this Tam, Angela Taylor and in the Tree” game. Everyone 26 KANEOHE is a filled shoebox with the the students for the second were invited to pray especially ponents. All 88 participants Center Jesuit Father Philip special land of Sts. Damien 19 HONOLULU had a great time! Pictured $7 for shipping, or anything started their days with a total Parish Chircop from Malta, who has Adrienne Winchester. Saint Ann’s Model School time this year joined in the with and for the saints of our Our students are already and Marianne. (Reported by Thanks be to God for Pope Sacred Hearts Academy is 3-year-old Sadie Burch to contribute to a shoebox. Adoration. They prayed, read church. To celebrate the feasts body workout, followed by a The Year of Faith began on advanced degrees in pastoral Our campus was Alive in angels and saints but this Father Patrick Killilea, SS.CC.) John XXIII and Vatican II for Lower School happily trick-or-treating at For information, call Carrissa Scripture and said the rosary, of All Saints and All Souls, variety of movement activities Oct. 11, 2012, under Pope theology, communications and the Spirit with an abun- past Nov. 1 made it official. allowing lay people to serve as Fourteen of our Lancer stu- the school office. (Reported by at 686-3402 . (Reported by once again enjoying being Seamus, with eighth graders and games. Mahalo to the PE Benedict XVI and will draw spirituality, has been coming PAUOA VALLEY dance of saints roaming On All Saints Day, the chil- liturgical ministers. (Reported dent-athletes, grades five Kuulei Halemano) the campus on Halloween Amanda Kenney) in the presence of Christ. … Joe Lyons and Bo Wong, department for coordinating dren were crowned saints, to a close on Nov 24, under to Sacred Heart and St. Pius Pope Francis. Although this Blessed Sacrament by Rick Fucini) to eight, sustained their en- day. Students were allowed For the fourth year in a row, and faculty member Dennis this program, and kudos to each choosing what they were X for about 10 years now, 23 KAILUA 27 HONOLULU wonderful Year will be ending, Parish ergetic Lancer spirit during the to come to school dressed as we have a first place winner Almodova, shared with the our early-risers! (Reported by the of. There KULIOUOU we at our parish will continue spreading the spirit of Advent Congratulations to Duch- Catholic School League St. Anthony School their favorite saint. No matter St. Anthony School in the Patriot Pen Essay congregation saints special to Loryn Guiffre; photo by Kyle were patron saints of teddy to deepen our relationship to our parishes. Father Philip ess Leaeno, Diana Leuta, Holy Trinity Parish volleyball season. Their ex- At a Parent Teacher Stu- where you turned, you were All grade levels partici- Contest — eighth grader their lives. Joining our com- Roche) bears, churches and flow- with Jesus through our Gift has been received with much Mary Loomis, Sesilia The music ministry is citing wins and close losses dent Guild education night apt to see St. Damien, St. pated in the Dress Up Your Luigi Sgarby. His essay “What munity that day was the rec- ers. They enjoyed decorating 32 HONOLULU sessions in the 2013-2014 enthusiasm over the years. Kake Mauia, Shuqian looking for some ringers! earned them a spot in the Nov. 6, Certified Gurian train- Francis, St. or Door of Faith contest, the Patriotism Means To Me,” tor of Chaminade University, their crown and marched in a catechetical years. Parishio- This Advent, he will speak on, Chen Monahan, Ken We need children and adults playoffs where they battled er Kathy Bentley led the a plethora of other holy men school’s culminating activity took top honors on Kauai Father George Cerniglia, Star of the Sea School parade around campus. God ners will Gather In Faith “A Big Heart Open to God.” Oshiro, Pamela Poaha, who would like to learn the St. Anthony, Kailua, St. John workshop, “Yes, Boys and Girls and women. From our young- for the Year of Faith. Each and will move forward to the who was the celebrant. (Re- On Oct. 30, seventh and bless all the little saints. (Re- Together (G.I.F.T.) to learn (Reported by Lynn Murata) Darlene Ting-Apana, An- hand chime parts of the Mass the Baptist and Star of the Learn Differently.” She dis- est first graders to our senior class picked a theme from the state competition. Language ported by Brother Norman eighth graders visited the ported by Helen Souza)