HAWI
Sacred Heart Parish
Kudos to Barbara Izumi, religious education teacher. Barbara has been involved in the church for many years and in many different ministries. She retired from teaching a few years ago and now has returned. For the love of God and children, she could not stay retired. Pictured with Barbara are Kiana Alejandro-Cazimero, Camylle Agbayani, Caylah Carvalho, Daejha Rivera, Angel Ramos, CJ Aludino and Curtni Maria. … Congratulations to Brandon Al Santiago and Sharnelle Carvalho who were married on Oct. 7. … The Ilocano Mass has now returned to our parish. The first one was celebrated last Wednesday with Father Gerry Avisa of Honokaa presiding. … Condolences to the family of the late Dennis Luga who was laid to rest on Oct. 20! (Reported by Lee Rivera)
HILO
St. Joseph Parish
A Spanish language Mass is celebrated each Saturday evening at 7 p.m. and confession is offered at 6:30 p.m. for our Spanish-speaking community. If you know any Catholics whose first language is Spanish in East Hawaii, please let them know about the Hispanic Mass and confession. Pictured are Nancy Gonzales and Martin Gonzales who share their musical talents at the Spanish Mass each Saturday. (Reported by Joyce Saenz)
KIHEI
St. Theresa Parish
Father Raymund Ellorin was installed as pastor by Bishop Larry Silva on Sept. 23 during an elaborate celebration of the Mass. It began with the blowing of the conch shell and a Hawaiian chant, which has become a tradition here to signify the importance of such special events. Nine priests and deacons participated as well as the Knights of Columbus and two of the parish choirs. In his homily, the bishop said that parishioners must to be committed to the mission that Jesus has called us to and that parish and pastor must work together to be on fire and be witness to Jesus in every way. The bishop then installed Father Raymund and presented him to the pastoral staff, the parish council and congregation. Father Ray has been in Hawaii for six years, and
comes to Kihei most recently from Lanai. His family members from the mainland and Lahaina, and former parishioners from Lanai, came to show their love and support. The festivities continued in the hall with lots of good food, entertainment and fellowship. Father Ray told the large group gathered that it is a gift and a privilege to be here and that he considers every day to be a blessing. He asked everyone to pray for him as he works to continue to bring Christ to the people. The next day Father Ray went home to the Philippines to attend the funeral of a close family friend. (Reported by Anita Carrington, photo by Leroy Carrington)
KAHULUI
Christ the King Parish
In honor of our Blessed Mother Mary, this October we recite the rosary, led by parishioners and their families, Monday through Friday and Sundays at 5:30 p.m., and Saturdays at 4:30 p.m. Please join us on Oct. 31 for a flower offering along with the rosary. … In honor of St. Francis of Assisi, we had a blessing of all pets, Sunday, Oct. 14, at 3 p.m. on the church grounds. … Our annual Marian Festival is Oct. 19-21, Friday and Saturday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. All are welcome to experience the different statues of the Blessed Mother Mary. … Starting in October, our parish has introduced educational or updated information in accordance with the GIRM (General Instruction on the Roman Missal) after communion. … Pictured is one of the many displays of statues from the Marian Festival 2006. (Reported by Carol Ursua and Jasmine Higa)
WAILUKU
St. Anthony of Padua Parish
Close to 300 people celebrated a healing Mass with the Anointing of the Sick Oct. 2. Wheelchair patients were welcomed from Hale Makua and Roselani Place, an assisted living facility. Thanks to Carol Guerrero who chaired the event and termed it a success. Pictured is Father Tom Heinzel anointing the sick … Marianist Brother Jack Ventura and Brian Reavey, national coordinator for Marianist LIFE, presented a workshop on Sept. 19 to our staff entitled “The Marianist Spirit … life and mission of lay Marianists.” The Marianist Family consists of both religious and lay communities who serve the church and live God’s call to make Jesus present in the world. The lay communities support its members in a life of hope, faith and compassion, working together to discern how best to follow the will of God and share in His abounding love. Participating in the workshop were Paulette Cardoza, Ather Jerry Pleva, Sister Eva Mesina, Tehani Shimabuku, Holly Fernandez, Rodney Teixeira, Nona Iwata, Chiree Sopuza, Brian Reavey, Brother Jim Vorndran, Father Roland Bunda and Brother Jack. (Reported by Sister Sara Sanders, CSJ, and Miriam Kahalekai)
KEKAHA
St. Theresa Parish
It was wonderful to welcome back Deacon Jim Bostick to ministry on Oct. 7, after knee surgery put him out of commission for quite some time. Everyone agreed that it was good seeing him in the sanctuary with the pastor Wilfredo ‘Father Fred’ Iminga. He received leis and a special “welcome back!” coffee hour on the parish hall lanai after Mass. Part of Deacon Jim’s ministry will be reading the Gospel and giving homilies, and performing baptisms and marriages. Our parish, including our mission churches in Waimea and Kaumakani, are happy to have you back, Deacon Jim! (Reported by Chantal A. Duarte)
KALAHEO
Holy Cross Parish
The summer was filled with lots of activity. ... The Noblemen fed the Habitat for Humanity volunteers working on a nearby housing project. … Youth Ministry’s spaghetti dinner and show fundraiser displayed their ukulele skills for family and friends. Thank you Auntie Shirley Kauahi for teaching the youth their songs. The money raised will help the youth attend the November Diocesan Youth Rally on Oahu. … The annual parish picnic included a water slide fit for young and old. Father Edison Pamintuan reportedly enjoyed his turn(s) on the slide. … Summer gave way to fall and Caroline Freudig, with religious education students and other parishioners, painted one of the religious ed rooms for use as a student activity room. … Congratulations to Allan Villaflor of the Holy Cross/Sacred Heart Filipino Catholic Club who received the Kauai Vicariate 2007 Father Ernest Claes Award. He will represent Kauai at the diocesan convention and is eligible for the statewide Father Ernest Claes Award. … The Noblemen served up another enjoyable “All You Can Eat Breakfast” on Hospitality Sunday. … Planning has begun for the 2009 centennial of Holy Cross Church. Volunteers are needed to plan the celebration. Check the church bulletin or call the church office for information. In the photo, La Salette Father Napoleon Andres and parishioners look at parish pictures and programs at a centennial planning meeting. (Reported by Judy Cabanting)
LANAI CITY
Sacred Hearts Parish
Our parish thanks the following volunteers who have graciously offered their time and talent to the following ministries. For religious education: Stanley Akemoto, Romelia Baltero, Sharyl Baxter, Caroline Bushay, Tom Butt, Felipa Cabatin, Michelle Clarabel, Dolores Fabrao, Alison Grogan, Loretta Hellnug, Jody Ige, Natalie Jeffers, Wilma Kaep and Jessie Myers. Substitutes are Evelyn Agcaoili, Rosita Camero and Nancy Tamashiro. The program coordinators are Jessie Myers and Loretta Hellrung. For the parish pastoral council, Martha Evans was elected facilitator and Jean Sumagit co-facilitator. Special thanks go out to members of the finance committee, particularly Diane Irons, Helengrace Espilito, Melinda Emmel, Sheila Eligado, Evelyn Agcaoili and Diane Ribucan for working with the diocesan auditor who was here to help them to prepare and update church finances. (Reported by Eleanor Ozoa)
LAHAINA
Maria Lanakila Parish
On Sept. 20, our parish held its annual parish time and talents fair. After the morning Masses parishioners and visitors visited booths displaying parish ministries, programs and activities. Pictured at the youth group display, Father Gary Colton meets with youth, from left, Chanel Somers, Heather Azcueta, Matty Rayray, Setefano Halatokoua, Noelie Doali, Father Gary Colton and Sharon Hashimura. (Reported by Father Gary Colton)
TOPSIDE MOLOKAI
Molokai Catholic Community
Two major events kept the our community busier than ever in September — the installation of Sacred Hearts Father Clyde Guerreiro as pastor and the Annual Country Fair. For the first time in memory, the bishop installed a new pastor. The Sept. 20 event also marked the return of the Sacred Hearts Fathers to the parish. Bishop Larry Silva presented Father Guerreiro with the key to St. Sophia Church in Kaunakakai and members of the community welcomed him — Deacon Michael Shizuma, Jocelyn and Perry Buchalter from the West End, Ralph and Torrine Johnson, Linda Degraw and Vergilio Torress of the central area, and Fred and Evelyn Bicoy from the East End. The parish also welcomed Sacred Hearts Father Felix Vandebroek, pastor of St. Francis in Kalaupapa, and Mokokai’s own Sacred Hearts Father Lane Akiona. The church bell announced the good news and the beginning of the procession. Bishop Larry explained that Father Clyde and Father Felix will serve as associate pastors of each other’s parishes. Father Clyde then signed the “Pledge at the Installation of a Pastor,” promising loyalty and obedience to the diocese and the universal church. The joyful celebration of Mass was followed by our customary potluck and fellowship. At the fair, everyone enjoyed the baked goods, preserves, Filipino yummiest and a beef stew plate, bought valuable donated items, and potted plants and fresh produce. The silent auction inside was supplemented outside by the good-natured antics at live auctioneer Larry Helm. On sale were more plants, gourmet dinners cooked by Don Hill and Father Clyde, and live goats! Emcee Ilona Honig introduced Na Wahine U`I of Molokai and Ron Igarta’s band. Winning the exciting lucky number drawing were Jackie Cardona, Gloria Lalim and James Juario. Making the event a huge success were planners Rose Brito, Maria Watanabe and Maria Sullivan. Their hard work and the labor of many others has enriched our building fund, bringing closer our dream of a new church. Pictured are Akone and Lahilahi Manaba congratulating Father Clyde on his installation. (Reported by Jersula Manaba)
PAUOA VALLEY
Blessed Sacrament Parish
On the feast of Our Lady of the Rosary, the religious education students and catechists gathered at the Our Lady of the Valley outdoor shrine to honor our Mother Mary and to fulfill her request to say the rosary. Coordinator of religious education Leimomi Kondo explained the feast to the children and then began the rosary. Catechists assisting with the recitation were Michael and Brenda Bonsato, Leinaala Fung, Demetria Kuapahi, Alika Piper, Marlene Sagapolutele, Angie Taylor and MaryLee Young. The students are now able to participate in the complete five decades recitation and in a large group. May we continue to pray through the intercession of our Blessed Mother to her son Jesus! (Reported by Elizabeth Lum)
MAKAWAO
St. Joseph Parish
The junior and senior youth groups Sunday Sundae was a day filled with fun, decorating the scariest, fanciest and most appealing sundae. The event was an “ice breaker” for the youth. … The junior and senior youth groups will participate in the Nov. 3 State Youth Rally on Oahu. In lieu of their rally registration, our young people are being encouraged to get donations and distribute them to the Ka Hale A Ke’ola Homeless Resource Center in Wailuku and Na Hale O Waine’e in Lahaina. Suggested items are bath towels, hand towels, washcloth, hygiene products, blankets, sheets, pillows and pillowcases, etc. Please drop your donation at the religious education office in the gym. Mahalo! (Reported by Donna Pico)
HONOLULU
Cathedral of Our Lady of Peace
The Cathedral Gallery was filled for the First Friday Downtown Gallery Walk with pink balloons and magnificent portraits of breast cancer survivors. The women and their families and the photographer and his wife visited throughout the evening taking pictures with their portraits and passing out pink ribbons and pink roses. Our artist of the month, Guido Cricchio, sold two pictures and rejoiced with the many persons who came to see the show. (Reported by Ann Hannan)
HONOLULU
Sts. Peter and Paul Parish
It won’t be long before Halloween is here. Parish outreach director Mike Prevost has the list of the kids the parish will be giving trick-or-treat bags to and the number at this point is around 600 to 700. Each will receive a sandwich-sized ziplock bag with an assortment of candy and fruit rolls. So if you want to lend a hand, please check over our Halloween wish list. Get your Halloween treats to Mike no later than Oct. 21, so we will have time to put the bags together and deliver them. We have been doing this for some years now and I know the kids look forward to this, so please lend a hand if you can. (Reported from the parish bulletin)
WAHIAWA
Our Lady of Sorrows Parish
In honor of the feast of St. Francis of Assisi, administrator Father Edgar Brillantes blessed parish pets with a rite of songs and Scripture on Sunday, Oct. 7. Pictured is Father Edgar blessing some of the many cats, dogs, birds and fish brought by parishioners to the special ceremonies. (Reported by Jack Kampfer)
KULIOUOU
Holy Trinity Parish
Pictured Father Gary Secor being installed as pastor by Bishop Larry Silva. (Reported by Albert and Audrey Yuen)
WAIANAE
Sacred Heart Parish
Bishop Larry Silva blessed a memorial to unborn children here on Sept. 30. The memorial was donated by the Knights of Columbus Council 11485 and constructed by Knight Gilbert Jose and Paul Ganaban. Council 11485 includes members of St. Rita Parish, Nanakuli, and Sacred Heart. In the photo are, from left, altar server Ghianna Salud, Father Sebastian Chacko, Bishop Larry and Deacon Jerome Vito. (Reported by Linda Jose, Joe DeMattos)
PEARL CITY
Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish
Our parishioners speak and our parishioners respond! Several voiced the necessity of having a ministry fair when they gave input into the recent Welcoming Parish self-study survey. Deacon Efrain Andrews planned and is implementing the fair. In order to feature the many ministries that serve our church, the fair is being held on three fellowship weekends in three different months. In August, the lectors, fellowship, nursing home, youth, young adults, Xavier club and perpetual adorers displayed their guidelines using display boards. In September, the ushers, Marriage Encounter, Legion of Mary, outreach-food pantry and Eucharistic Council members explained and encouraged others to join the groups. At least five young adults were inspired to become eucharistic ministers. We look forward to November when the altar care, bereavement, environment/design, seniors and others will encourage participation and welcome new members. Pictured is Gladys Bautista, Eucharistic Council chairperson. (Reported by Elaine Yamashita)
EWA BEACH
Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish
A spectacular and dramatic presentation of Scripture, light and movement will take place here on Oct. 26 at 7 p.m. Michael Reardon will prayerfully and powerfully proclaim the Gospel of Luke. This is a contemporary translation of Scripture, proclaimed in the oral tradition of the early church, with music, lighting and costuming. Reardon, is a native of Anaconda, Mon., has memorized the four Gospels and the Book of Revelation and performs them dramatically worldwide. Director, musician and lighting artist Patrick Lane, of Morrill, Neb., designed the special effects and wrote the music, all of which is done live for each performance. This blend of voice and light, music and costuming, honors the Word of God as a unique ministry of proclamation. They have given over 1,000 performances throughout the United States, Canada, Japan, Hong Kong, China, Europe, the Vatican and the biblical towns of Jerusalem, Capernaum, Tiberias, Nazareth and along the shores of Galilee. Attendance is free but a love offering will be taken. A reception with the artists follows the two-hour performance. (Reported by Julia Torres)
MAKAWAO
St. Joseph School
The student body enjoyed a field trip to the Maui County War Memorial Stadium Grounds to participate in the Fire Safety Awareness Presentation Program, Oct. 11. It was very informative and fun. The students were treated to a rope rappelling demonstration, extinguishing of a mock fire, firefighter dressing drill race, and a crowd showering from the large fire hose to cool everyone down. Pictured is our very own first grader Elijah Flores who won a junior firefighter dressing drill race and with the help of his co-firefighter by his side. October is Fire Prevention Month and the students experienced first hand how important our firefighters and rescue service personal are to our community. We thank all who serve in the fire and rescuer field. God bless you for your service to the community! (Reported by Helen Souza, photo by Sister Ma. Estelita Jamelo, OP)
KANEOHE
St. Ann Parish
On the weekend of Sept. 28, 40 candidates participated in the confirmation retreat, “Create In Me,” focusing on images of God, themselves, and the way others perceive them. They examined their hearts and looked for barriers that keep them from knowing and loving God and one another. In addition, they incorporated the Corporal Acts of Mercy into skits. We ended with vibrant participation at the 11:30 a.m. Mass. Thank you to retreat team for making the weekend a Spirit-filled event: Vickie Punua-McGinnis, Carla Simao, Shane Chambers, JP Tai, Brohn Amoy, Kalani Souza, Sarah Makainai, Corrine Bonifacio, Victoria Flynn, Lindsey Tolentino, Andrew Bui, Risa Harada, Justine Silva, Josh Campbell, Elliott Lazo, Kekoa Almeida, the Campbell Ohana, the Kamanu Ohana, the Tolentino Ohana, and all parent chaperones. (Reported by Patricia Pimental)
AIEA
St. Elizabeth Parish
Singing in the rain … our Young Christian Lifers (YCL) don’t let anything deter them from turning out to benefit the Special Olympics by participating in the “Cop on Top” event on a very wet and sloshy Sept. 15. From left to right are Carolyn Savea, Bernadette Ildefonso, Taylor Tokunaga and Chad Patolo. Look! They’re smiling! It can’t be too bad. The youth exemplify the energy and commitment of the young church – doing all that they can to assist those in need and giving of themselves freely. God is Love … (Reported by Linda Cacpal)
WAIALUA
St. Michael Parish
We are currently accepting two members from our Sts. Peter and Paul Mission in Waimea to serve on the pastoral council. The council acts in an advisory capacity to our parish priests. Its focus is steering our parish in an agreed upon direction, emphasizing spiritual growth, education, outreach, and sense of community. Monthly meetings are generally one hour, and are held alternately here and at St. Peter and Paul’s. For details, call chairperson Andrea Woods Takahashi, 638-8208, or the rectory at 637-4040. (From the parish bulletin)
KAHUKU
St. Roch
Twenty altar servers and some of their parents met on Oct. 2 at 7 p.m. in church to learn and practice some of the new Mass procedures. Oct. 7, the three scheduled servers did a very good job. Mahalo to liturgy coordinator/director Lani Sumait for her outstanding work coordinating and preparing the children to serve Mass the proper way! (Reported by Doris Lagua)
KAILUA
St. Anthony Parish
The parish Christmas Fair is Nov. 10, 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Construction on Kalaheo Avenue is complete and there is ample parking. Call our outreach office, 266-2226, if you would like to have a table. They are $25. Proceeds will support the needs of families on the windward side. It is hard to believe that Christmas is not that far away and you might just find that special gift you are looking for. Hope to see you there! (Reported by Val Haole)
KAILUA
St. John Vianney Parish
When was the last time you had a family portrait taken? Well, here is your last chance! Support your parish community by having your picture taken and ensuring our Parish Picture Directory is complete! The last photo session will be Sunday, Oct. 28, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Sign-up for your appointment after all Masses or call the parish office, 262-8317! (From the parish bulletin)
HONOLULU
Holy Family Catholic Academy
Many “mathmagical” moments of counting, computing, concentrating, calculating and cooking were experienced by a terrific turnout of school families on Wednesday evening, Sept. 19. Following a delicious spaghetti dinner fundraiser hosted by our eighth grade classes, all minds became sharply focused on solving a myriad of mathematical problems in the K-4th grade classrooms. Moms and dads, students and siblings worked together pondering solutions to some very interesting and challenging math explorations. National Junior Honor Society members assisted teachers in handing out sticker rewards. Each student received a smiley-faced water bottle at the conclusion of the hour-long event. What a fun night! (Reported by Jocelyn Fernandes)
KEKAHA
St. Theresa School
The 6th grade reading class, under the direction of Franciscan Sister of Christian Charity Sister Delores Wisnicky, performed the play “That Boy” holding two performances for the student body on Oct. 10 and 12. All students took part in various roles and did an outstanding job entertaining the audience! The play told the story of a mischievous “That Boy” who kept appearing in a number of children’s classics, like Cinderella, Hansel and Gretel, and Robin Hood and his Merry Men and how he really only wanted his own story with a good friend to share his adventures. It didn’t take too long to figure out who “That Boy” really was — Tom Sawyer, based on Mark Twain’s own experiences growing up. At the end of the play, Mark Twain named “That Boy” and created another well-known character, Huckleberry Finn, and the rest, as they say, is history! (Reported by Chantal A. Duarte)
HONOLULU
Maryknoll High School
Maryknoll Sister Lourdes Fernandez visited on Sept. 26 to give students from three classes a PowerPoint presentation about her mission work as a teacher in Albania at Imelda Lambertini School, a K-9 school run by Dominican Sisters from Bologna, Italy. She showed photos of the school and also of Albania itself, a rugged place and one of Europe’s poorest countries. Sister Lourdes, who speaks Chinese, Italian, German, Albanian and Ilocano, taught the students Albanian phrase, “Buke e Kripe Zemra e Bardha,” loosely translated “All are welcome.” Her students are Catholics, Orthodox and Muslim — and they all get along. In closing, Sister Lourdes asked that each Maryknoll student ponder the question, “What is your mission in life?” (Reported by Jeff McGivern)
HONOLULU
Maryknoll Grade School
At the end of the academic year, all students are encouraged to read for pleasure during the summer months. They are given a log to track what they read. When they return in the fall, the logs are sent to the library and reading certificates are generated. This year, 118 students from pre-K to grade 8 participated. A representative from each grade level was recognized at the Sept. 14 morning assembly. We thank our parents and grandparents who encourage their children and grandchildren to experience the joy of reading. Pictured are this year’s summer readers with librarian Virginia Koo, right, and library assistant Mara Saito, left. (Reported by Virginia Koo)
MANOA
Saint Francis School
We observed Saint Francis Feast Day on Oct. 4 with a prayer service honoring the Sisters of Saint Francis and blessing our families’ pets. Pictured is Mr. Robles’s pet dog excitedly awaiting his turn to be blessed by Jesuit Father Robert Ballecer. On Oct. 5, the school continued the commemoration with a trip to the Polynesian Cultural Center to celebrate our school’s cultural diversity. (Reported by Karen Curry)
HONOLULU
Damien Memorial High School
Congratulations to Jayme Cajimat, ’09, our national gold medal winner in the Pan American Junior Taekwondo Championships held Oct. 5-7 in Daytona, Fl. Jayme, the son of Juanito and Nancy Cajimat of Ewa Beach, is a member of the Oahu Taekwondo Center in Aiea. He is the oldest of three boys: Juanito is a freshman at Damien and Jestoni attends St Joseph School. Jayme qualified for this national competition by winning his weight class at the recent U.S. Junior National Team Trials at the Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs. He also won a gold medal in the 2004 Junior Olympics, was a national qualifier in 2005 and a member of the U.S. Junior B team. Although he trains six days a week, 2-4 hours a day, Jayme maintains a cumulative GPA of 3.67! He hopes to attend college on the mainland, but his ultimate goal is to represent the U.S. on the 2012 Olympic team. Best of luck in the future, Jayme, we are so proud of you! (Reported by Didi Lota)
HONOLULU
Sacred Hearts Academy
Our students participated in Governor Linda Lingle’s 2007 International Women’s Leadership Conference, Inspiring Today, For Tomorrow. The Academy’s choir kicked off the conference with a rousing rendition of the national anthem. Some students served as hostesses greeting and assisting attendees. In between duties, they listened to the presentations. Participating administration and faculty from the Academy included head of school Betty White, director of development Celeste O’Brien, director of special programs Andrea Hamilton, dean Chantal Seitz, academic advisor Michele Quintal, counselor Rachel Piano and board of directors member Rena Hwang. Recently retired teacher Nancy Rochelau attended on behalf of the Zonta Club of Honolulu. The conference speaker ranged from an astronaut to a Wall Street analyst, each sharing the common career experience of coming up against the infamous “glass ceiling,” taking educated risks and succeeded beyond the ceiling’s limitations. Pictured are student conference hosts Crystal Maria, Kapo Lupenui, Alexis Hazelwood, Anne Rabacal, Laura Taylor and Venny Jean Turner. (Reported by Hayley Matson-Mathes)
KANEOHE
St. Ann Early Learning Center
The firefighters from the Kaneohe Fire Department, Engine and Ladder 17, visited on Oct. 3 in anticipation of “Fire Prevention Week,” Oct.7-13. The children learned the importance of practicing an escape plan and other fire safety measures. Firefighters showed the children their equipment and the gear they wear. They also showed them the fire and rescue equipment on the trucks. The children were most excited climbing in and out of the fire engine. There may be some future firefighters coming from our Early Learning Center! In the photo, firefighter Hank Kaiwi shows some interested students some fire and rescue equipment. (Reported by Kuulei Halemano)
HONOLULU
Star of the Sea Early Learning Center
On Oct. 3, the center took part in a rain forest cosmic lesson activity. Pictured are preschool students Logan Duldulao, Starr Asuncion, with Chaminade intern Mayumi Newman creating a miniature rainforest as part of their cosmic lessons of the different biomes. (Reported by Leanna Brake)
HONOLULU
Saint Louis School
Our fourth graders partnered up with the freshmen class to play Grammar Bingo. Mrs. Christine Apisa and Mr. RyLee Kawasugi created the exercise to encourage the leadership skills of the ninth graders as they helped the fourth graders learn the rules of grammar. The process reinforced the lesson, while fostering brotherhood, respect and teamwork. (Reported by Darcie Yukimura)
KANEOHE
St. Ann School
October being the month of the Holy Rosary, our students learned about its significance, its history and how to pray it. During October, the entire school prays the rosary at morning assembly. The rosary is also prayed in class. Fourth grade students Bethany Ching, Castor Mattos and Christopher Blecha are pictured holding our school rosary prior to leading the school in prayer. (Reported by Kuulei Halemano)
WAIALUA
St. Michael School
On Oct. 4, students, faculty, staff and parents celebrated the feast day of St. Francis of Assisi. The morning began with a brief story about the saint and a brief prayer service. The students sang “Canticle of the Sun” and the beautiful song, “Prayer of St. Francis.” The school then honored our very own Franciscan Sisters, Sister Grace Michael Souza and Sister Joan Souza, who guide us in every way at the school. The service ended with Sacred Hearts Father Bertram Lock blessing the animals for students, preschool through grade eight, who brought in their pets or a representation of them in picture or a stuffed animal. (Reported by Jennifer Holmberg)
WAIPAHU
St. Joseph School
Nothing’s better than a good book! Reading is BIG at our school. Students participate in our school-wide Accelerated Reading Program. They are encouraged to read a variety of books at their own reading levels to score points and earn incentives. Pictured is fourth grader Kala Ahuna reading a biography in preparation for her class’s upcoming book report for which they will dress up as a famous person and give a presentation. (Reported by Keala Kia)
AIEA
St. Elizabeth School
Kindergarteners were accompanied by their 8th grade buddies to the Aloun Farm Pumpkin Patch in beautiful Kapolei. After a breezy hayride around the patch, everyone searched the endless fields for their prized pumpkins to share with their families. Kinder wishes you happy pumpkin picking!! Pictured are Griffin, Mytchell and Zoe. (Reported by Ms. Leong and Ms. Smith)
HONOLULU
Chaminade University
Chaminade rector Marianist Brother Jerry Bommer, on behalf of the university, welcomed the six new Marianist educational associates as they made their commitment to working within the university to support its Marianist identity. Pictured, from left, are Larry Osborne, Sharon Lepage, Curtis Washburn, Patty Lee Robinson, David Anderson and Aulani Kaanoi. All attended a week-long training course last summer at Saint Mary’s University in San Antonio, Texas, and join nine other associates trained in 2005 and 2006. (Reported by Kay Stone)