Prepare for Sept. 26-27 Scripture Readings
•1st Reading/Primera Lectura: Ezekiel (Ezequiel) 18:25-28
• Psalm/Salmo: 25(24): 4-5, 6-7, 8-9
• 2nd Rdg/Segunda Lectura : Philippians (Filipenses) 2: 1-11
• Gospel/Evangelio: Matthew (Mateo) 21: 28-32
Faith Formation News
Faith Formation Registration (Grades K-5), Classes Start September 20
Faith Formation Registration forms are available in the kiosks. You may also register online at saintmichaelparishkona.org. Classes for Grades K-5 are on Sunday from 10:15 to 11:50am starting on Sunday, September 20. Classes for Grades 6-12 are on Sunday from 5:15 to 7:15pm starting on Sunday, October 25.
Want to Become Catholic? Order of Christian Initiation for Adults Begins October 11
Anyone age 18+ who is curious about the history, rites, and spirituality of Christianity and wants to learn more about the Catholic faith, the development of Sacred Scripture, and/or is thinking of becoming Catholic to delve into deeper relationship with God as an intentional disciple of Jesus Christ.
Join us for an informal, intimate conversation that may lead to receiving the sacraments of initiation (Baptism, Confirmation and Holy Communion). Connect today and talk story without any pressure or demands. Also open to any parishioner who just wants to learn more. Begining Sunday Oct. 11, we meet weekly with Deacon Sandor after 9am Mass upstairs at St. Michael’s Church “Upper Room” More info on our parish website or call the office at 808-326-7771. All are welcome!
Children’s Rosary September 27
Join us at the grotto after the 9am Mass on Sunday, September 27 as our children lead one decade of the Rosary in prayerful devotion.
Check out the Kids’ Bulletin in English and Spanish
The Kids’ Bulletin is a great resource for kids who would like to have some fun while learning about the readings from the Sunday Mass each week. Bulletins are in English and Spanish and can be found in the kiosks or online at www.thekidsbulletin.com.
Faith Formation Is a Lifelong Journey:
REMINDER to parents:
Faith Formation doesn’t end with the Sacraments. Even after receiving First Communion and Confirmation, children continue to grow in their understanding of God’s love and their role in the Church. Faith Formation classes help to nurture that growth through prayer, learning, and community. We encourage you to bring your children to Faith Formation and Youth Ministry classes so they may continue their spiritual journey!
To Our Parish Members & Parents of Small Keiki:
The presence of children is a gift to the Church and they are a reminder that our parish is growing. Please welcome our children and give a warm, supportive smile of encouragement to their parents.
PARENTS RELAX: God put the wiggles in your little ones. No need to suppress it! SIT Close and Explain: Sit towards the front where it’s easier to see and hear. Quietly explain the parts of the Mass to keiki. Participate: Your child will follow your lead! Wander: If you need to leave Mass, feel free to step outside, but please be sure to come back! Your St. Michael’s Parish Ohana is happy you are here!
Five Steps for a Good Confession
1. Examine your conscience.
2. Be sincerely sorry for your sins.
3. Confess your sins to a Priest.
4. Resolve to amend your life.
5. After your confession, do the penance the Priest assigns.
Procedure in the Confessional
You say: “Bless me, Father, for I have sinned. It has been—(State the length of time) – since my last confession. These are my sins.
Then tell your sins and the number of times committed. When you have finished telling your sins, you should say:
“For these and all the sins of my past, I am truly sorry.”
The Priest now gives the necessary advise, assigns your penance and asks you to say the Act of Contrition. Then wait and listen as the Priest give the absolution. Say “Thank you, Father”, then leave the confessional and perform the penance assigned by the Priest.
Act of Contrition
“O my God, I am heartily sorry for having offended You, and I detest all my sins, because of Your just punishments, but most of all because they offend You, my God, Who are all good and deserving of all my love. I firmly resolve, with the help of Your grace, to sin no more and to avoid the near occasions of sin. Amen.
