Courtesy of Catholic Stewardship Consultants – Aug/Sept 2023 The most powerful thing we can do is go to Mass — it is where heaven meets earth. It is where we bring ourselves to the Father and, united with Christ in the Holy Spirit, we offer ourselves in a sacrifice of praise. It is where bread and wine become Christ’s literal Body and Blood, Soul and Divinity, and through word and sacrament, we are nourished and commissioned […]
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“Caring for the Whole Person” As Pope Francis once said during his first visit to the U.S., “The Son of God came into this world as a homeless person. The Son of God knew what it was to start life without a roof over His head.” Every person facing homelessness, no matter their circumstance, deserves dignity and support. Hope Services Hawai’i is a nonprofit that seeks to “make homelessness on Hawai’i Island rare, brief, and […]
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Why We Do What We Do at Mass: A Look at the Postures and Gestures During Our Central Act of Catholic Worship The Sacred Liturgy is rich with gestures, postures, and symbols that engage our five senses so that we worship God with our entire being. You are likely familiar with these practices, which include what we see, hear, smell, touch, and taste, as well as our gestures such as sitting, standing, and kneeling during […]
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Bible Study Provides Opportunities to Grow in Faith and Understanding of Scripture: “You Always Learn Something New” It’s common for children and youth to go through Faith Formation and Sacramental Prep classes. But all too often, people stop attending formation opportunities after receiving their sacraments. Our Catholic faith is so deep that we should embrace every opportunity we have to grow in that faith. Hin and Sally Cheung have been leading different Bible study courses […]
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Is there any better tradition of fellowship in our church than sharing coffee and donuts after Mass? There is a reason why this opportunity to spend time with our parish community is such a long-storied part of the church. After we come together on Sundays to worship our Lord by celebrating the source and summit of our faith, the Eucharist, we take the time to gather as a community and enjoy each other’s company, share […]
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We dedicate the month of June to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, in veneration and in gratitude for His merciful heart and His redeeming love for mankind. The Sacred Heart of Jesus is probably the most widely recognized representation of Christ’s divine love and unwavering compassion for all of humanity. Devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus has been practiced for centuries, and this devotion continues to play an important role in today’s Catholic faith. […]
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from St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Parish Newsletter — Apr/May 2023 by Catholic Stewardship Consultants The journey to Deacon Craig Camello’s entry into the diaconate has always been a journey bound in faith. And as we enter into the celebration of Easter through the journey of Lent, Deacon Craig is working to organize a spiritual Men’s Group that will enable parish members to grow in their own faith. Deacon Craig tells the story of his journey that […]
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from St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Parish Newsletter — Apr/May 2023 by Catholic Stewardship Consultants When a friend or family member is going through an overwhelming time in his or her life, we are called to reach out to our loved ones to offer them support. In the same way, we are also called to m ālama those in our parish ʻ ohana who may need our help. The Meals That Heal Ministry provides meals to those […]
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from St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Parish Newsletter — Apr/May 2023 by Catholic Stewardship Consultants The Rosary is a prayer that developed from a long history with roots going as far back as the third-century Desert Fathers’ prayer ropes, and St. Dominic’s dream in the year 1208. The word rosary refers to a garland of roses and is associated with many heavenly promises. St. Louis de Montfort was a great proponent of the Rosary and he spoke […]
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from St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Parish Newsletter — Feb-Mar 2023 by Catholic Stewardship Consultants Many longtime members of St. Michael the Archangel will remember talks of constructing a parish center taking place 30-plus years ago. The project has seen many setbacks over the years. Finally, the Grace Parish Center will open after crossing one last hurdle. So far, $3.8 million has been paid toward the $5.5 million project. There were some issues with the flooring this […]
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