Meals that Heal: A Ministry Assisting and Feeding Members of Our Parish Family in Times of Need
Meals That Heal is a beautiful, everyday way for parishioners at St. Michael the Archangel to support one another during life’s challenges. Whether someone has good news, such as welcoming a new baby, or rough news, like recovering from surgery or facing chemotherapy, this ministry steps in with the simplest
An Inside Look at the Homeless to Housing Ministry: Addressing Urgent and Tangible Needs with Great Compassion
St. Michael the Archangel is collaborating with other organizations to end homelessness in Hawai’i. There is a real need for affordable housing for families and individuals who are flesh-and-blood realities that are often diminished in statistics. Our Homeless to Housing Ministry is working to end homelessness through collaboration with community
Greeters Ministry: Welcoming Visitors and Kama’āina With the Aloha and Ho’okipa of Christ
Kate Cutler coordinates the Greeters Ministry at St. Michael the Archangel, and she has found that its impact reaches far beyond the parish doors. Her sister once shared a compliment she heard while on an airplane, when a fellow passenger who had visited Hawai’i spoke warmly about St. Michael’s, saying
A Look at Our Parish Projects and the Road to Completion
With the installation of the solar photovoltaic system, the construction of St. Michael Church and the Grace Parish Center is complete. The project that started after the 2006 Kīholo Earthquake damage has had its challenges. With your support, we now have a beautiful campus to worship and gather. Here is
Engaged Encounter Guides Couples on Road to Marriage
In today’s society, so much goes into the preparation for “the wedding.” Endless details and expenses seem to demand the engaged couple’s attention as they prepare for their big day. Everything must be perfect — guest lists, caterers, venues, musicians, photographers, bridal party attire and flowers. The list can go
A Visit to Our Parish’s Gift Shop: Religious Items and Friendly Faces Welcoming All Who Stop By
For many years, the gift shop here at St. Michael the Archangel has welcomed parishioners and visitors with aloha as they enjoy browsing and purchasing faith-related items. A dedicated team of stewards keeps things running smoothly while offering a warm and hospitable atmosphere. “I serve in the gift shop because
Parking Ambassadors: Perform Essential Service and Extend Hospitality to All
We have many ministries here at St. Michael the Archangel that serve to foster ho’okipa (hospitality), such as the Coffee and Donuts Ministry, the Lei Ministry, and Welcome Committee, to name a few. It’s important to make parishioners and guests alike feel welcome. This is part of our Hawai’i tradition
An Inside Look at the Charismatic Prayer Group: Renewed by the Holy Spirit
Beginning in the United States in 1967, right after the Second Vatican Council, the charismatic renewal movement has continued spreading around the world. Here at St. Michael the Archangel Parish, our own Charismatic Prayer Group’s efforts are supported through the Hawaiʻi Catholic Charismatic Renewal Service. Parishioners Monica and Dr. John Choe
Rich and Ellen Shares Their Stewardship Way of Life at St. Michael’s
Ellen and Rich Janevicius is this year’s Lay Witness Testimony in our annual Stewardship Campaign. Below is the transcript of their speech: Ellen: Aloha! My name is Ellen Janevicius and this is my husband, Rich. We stand here today filled with overwhelming gratitude and are humbled and blessed to share
Q and A about the Stewardship Renewal
You have to take care of yourself before you can take care of those you love. This rationale is difficult for many of us to accept. Mothers and fathers routinely place the needs of their children before their own; soldiers at war often throw their own safety to the wind
Our Annual Stewardship Renewal: Thanking God for the Blessings He Has Bestowed on Us
When Ben Cuaresma was a child, his mother instilled in him that he should always find a way to help people, and he was encouraged to be an altar server. Now, Ben helps the parish community by serving with our Maintenance Ministry. He is a carpenter by trade, so it’s
The Respect Life Ministry: Upholding the Sanctity of All Human Life, From Conception to Natural Death
Life is the central element of the entire Gospel message. As Christ tells us in John 10:10, “I came so that they might have life and have it more abundantly.” So, as Christian disciples it is our responsibility to defend and champion life — from conception to natural death. “All human
Living Stewardship Through Parish Hospitality Ministries: A Gift of Time and Talents
Stewardship is not just a one-time act — it’s a way of life for Catholics. It’s about recognizing that everything we have comes from God and using our time, talents, and treasure to serve Him and others. One powerful way to live out this calling is by actively participating in
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: Humbly Sharing the Precious Body and Blood of Our Lord
There are many ways to get involved in the Catholic Mass, from singing in the choir to serving as a lector. As the saying goes, “Many hands make light work.” We need everyone to make our Masses beautiful. One ministry requires its stewards to take the utmost care for their
Deacon Larry Denis Reflects on Vocational Journey: God Called, He Answered
“The people of St. Michael are amazing. They are very generous and kind-hearted people — full of aloha!” Deacon Larry Denis Back in February 2020, Larry Denis joined our parish. He was a seminarian studying at St. Patrick Seminary and University in California when the COVID-19 pandemic hit. “We were
