One ‘Ohana for 2010—2011
The One ‘Ohana will take place in the tent on Sunday, October 10th at 12noon. The date is two weeks later than previously scheduled.
The topic for all the sessions this year will be The Creed. Each Sunday, we all say The Creed together after the Homily. Often without thinking about the words, we profess our belief in all the basic tenets of the Catholic Faith. In our six One ‘Ohana sessions for the year, we will look at each one separately. Our first session will be I Believe in the Holy Catholic Church. What does that mean and how do you express that belief in your daily life? The Creed is much more than a prayer we recite. It is a prayer to be lived.
One ‘Ohana is Faith Formation or Religious Education for everyone. It is our way of teaching adults how to form our children in the Faith.
Registration for One ‘Ohana
Registration for Religious Education (One ‘Ohana) continues after each Mass outside the tent Sunday—Sept. 19th. Registration is also being done at the mauka Churches. If you prefer, you may fill out the form on the website and return it to the office. The link for the online registration is: http://onecatholicohana.org/one-ohana.html.
Catholic Charities Sunday 2010
Thank you for your generous donations during last weekend’s annual appeal for Catholic Charities Sunday. Your gifts will be used for helping people to help them-selves—a hand-up, not a hand-out. Mahalo!
Fr. Lio Goes to Rome
After 18 years as an ordained priest, Fr. Lio, having received a personal gift from friends, will visit Rome for the first time. He will leave Kona on October 10th and join Msgr. Fran Cilia in the Eternal City. Luckily Fr. Fran has been to Rome many, many times and can show Fr. Lio the Vatican, other sacred places and the ruins that attract pilgrims to Rome. Many in our congregation have been there and know the thrill of being in St. Peter’s Square when the Holy Father gives his blessing.
Since Fr. Lio travels alternately among the Masses at St. Michael’s and the mission Churches, this message will allow everyone an opportunity to say “Bon Voyage” and Godspeed. —The Pastoral Council
San Lorenzo Ruiz Day Celebration
The Filipino Catholic Club is inviting parishioners to attend the celebration of the Feast Day of the first Filipino Saint—San Lorenzo Ruiz. Mass will be held at 5:30pm followed by dinner, dancing, and entertainment at the Old Airport Pavilion on Saturday, Sept. 25th. Admission is free, however, we need to know how many people to cook for, so please call Donna Urban-Higuchi at 938-5137 or Fely Hiner at 895-3684 if you wish to attend.
RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults)
It’s not too late to inquire about the Catholic Faith. Come and see, or call and ask. There is a place for everyone in the North Kona Catholic Community. It might be your spouse, neighbor, or friend who just wants to know what the Catholic Church is all about. In the end, they may or may not choose to join. If you know someone like this, call the office and we can arrange to meet: 326-7771.
RCIA For Children
In September, Zola Ingram will begin inquiry for unbaptized children over the age of 7 years. If you have children who fall into this category, please leave your name and number in the parish office.
Ripples—“There is a ripple effect in all we do.
What you do touches me;
What I do touches you.” —Anonymous
First Holy Communion and Confirmation
What do I do if my child is preparing for First Holy Communion or Confirmation?
- The reception of each of these Sacraments requires two years of preparation.
- In order to prepare for First Holy Communion, all First Graders (First Communion in 2012) must attend all six One ‘Ohana sessions this year with a parent or an adult.
- Those who will receive First Holy Communion in 2011 must attend all One ‘Ohana Sundays, attend a scheduled meeting of parents and children with Fr. Lio and their Catechist, and must attend the eight mandatory sessions for First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion.
- All First-Year Confirmation candidates will attend all six One ‘Ohana sessions. They will attend a Retreat and three mandatory meetings with their Catechist and Sponsors.
- Second-Year Confirmation candidates will attend all One ‘Ohana sessions, a Retreat and three mandatory sessions with their parents and Sponsors.
Youth Group Meets!
Our Youth Group continues to meet, sharing fellowship, food, and fun!! Check out what we have planned:
- Sept. 30th—In collaboration with the group that feeds the homeless, our Youth will serve hot meals to the homeless at St. Michael’s at 5pm; Outreach & Banana Split Fun (in place for Friday, Oct.1st).
- Oct. 15th—Potluck dinner, preparing for Advent (signing to music) and Activity.
Our St. Michael’s Youth Group continues to meet every 1st and 3rd Friday of the month at St. Michael’s Gift Shop tent. If you’re in Grades 6th through 12th, please join us! This is just for you! The plan is to have a good time.
This year’s “Big Island Liturgy & Arts Conference” will be held on the campuses of St. Louis School/ Chaminade University / Marianist Center of Hawaii from Thursday, Nov. 4th through Saturday, Nov. 6th. Registration forms are available in the parish office. The cost for the entire Conference (includes concerts, keynotes, workshops, morning refreshments and boxed lunches) is $175.00 (Oct. 15th deadline); or $200.00 (Oct. 30th deadline). Make checks payable to Marianist Center of Hawaii and mail with registration form to: Bro. Dennis Schmitz, SM / Marianist Center of Hawaii / 3140 Waialae Avenue / Honolulu, Hawaii 96816.
Keynote Speakers: (Fri) Marty Haugen, Enlighten Us All: Enlighten Us Now; and (Sat) Sr. Anne Bryan Smollin, CSJ, Ph.D. (also known as “the Laughing Nun”), Laughter: The Glue That Bonds Us. For more info: 808-735-4801 / 808-232-6691 / 808-756-0439.
National Federation of the Blind
The National Federation of the Blind—Voice of the Nation’s Blind—now offer meetings locally, creating ideas and inspiration for the visually-impaired and those with low vision. Correction! Scheduled meetings are held the second Monday of each month at the Regency at Hualalai in the Chapel (4th Floor), on Oct. 11th; Nov. 8th. The address is: 75-181 Hualalai Road. Contact Brandi Konrady at 989-9299 to RSVP. Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
Please Note! The parish office has information on the Hawaii State Library For the Blind and Physically Handicapped. They have some great programs, including a “talking books” program which makes unabridged books/magazines available via special tape and DVD formats. See their webpage: www.librarieshawaii.org/locations/oahu/lbph.html. Their staff is very knowledgeable and patient—and there’s no charge!
Preparation for Christmas Quilts & Crafts Bazaar
On two separate weekends around Thanksgiving, St. Michael’s Quilt Group “Holy Kapa” will be holding our annual Bazaar. If you have any craft/quilt items you’d like to make or donate to this sale, they would be most appreciated. We hope this notice will give you enough time to work on the items you wish to donate. Items should be new and unused. Last year our Bazaar was a great success. Can we do it again? All profits will be donated to the parish Building Fund. Thank you, —Wilhelmina van den Boom, Chairwoman
Are you unemployed or underemployed? You may be eligible for SNAP, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. SNAP helps individuals and families to make healthy food choices and put more nutritious food on the table. Asset guidelines to be eligible for SNAP allow you to own the home in which you reside. All vehicles are exempt. Households are allowed to have up to $2,000 in assets, and seniors and the disabled may have up to $3,000 in assets. One person living alone may earn up to $1,350 a month or $16,200 a year! A household of four may earn up to $32,976 a year. A household of ten may earn up to $66,516 a year.
A SNAP outreach worker will be at the St. Michael’s Food Pantry on Friday, September 17th from 7:30am to 8:30am. She can answer questions and help individuals through the SNAP application process from start to finish. The Food Pantry is located at the St. Michael’s parking lot and the outreach worker will be near the Food Pantry check-in table.
Rachel’s Vineyard Weekend Retreats
Rachel’s Vineyard Ministries of Honolulu is offering an Abortion Recovery Retreat on Oct. 1st—3rd in a supportive, confidential, non-judgmental, small-group setting. Open to women and men, the Retreat allows participants to express, release and reconcile painful post-abortive emotions to begin the process of restoration, renewal and healing. Married couples, mothers, fathers, siblings and grandparents of aborted children, as well as persons who have been involved in the abortion industry have come to Rachel’s Vineyard in search of peace and inner healing. The Retreat runs Friday evening through Sunday evening. A $100 registration fee includes accommodations, meals, and materials. Contact Lisa Shorba: (808) 349-5071.
Food Pantry Weekend
Thank you to all who remembered to bring in their food donations this weekend. Your attention to this ministry in which all parishioners, and even visitors, can be a part is key to ensuring that the homeless and those who struggle to feed themselves or their families will be able to eat each week. God bless your generosity!
“Let us make best use of the fleeting moments. They will not return.” —Blessed Mother Marianne Cope
St. Joseph School Country Fair October 2nd
Please support St. Joseph School by joining them for a day of great fun and great food! On Saturday, Oct. 2nd from 8am to 3pm at St. Joseph High School Gym & Grounds, the Country Fair will include live entertainment (Brudda Cuz / Ibis/ Esther Zamora/ Lost Chords/ Old School/ Honoka’a High School Jazz Ensemble/ McWarren Mehau), and various activities: Silent Auction, game and food booths, pony rides, petting zoo, Rock Climbing Wall, Jumping Castles, Zoo Choo Train, Carnival-style Games, and more!
Grand Prize Drawing: 2-Night Sheraton Keauhou Getaway! Plus $100 Gift Card— 2:45pm Drawing. For more information or if you’d like to make a donation, call 935-4935 or 935-4936. VISA or MasterCard accepted.
St. Pio of Pietrelcina—September 23rd
Did the World War II American flyer really see Padre Pio in midair, preventing the bombing of his village below? Did Pio actually “bilocate” in Italy, the Holy Land, even America, as countless witnesses testified? Or “read hearts” before penitents spoke? What of the stigmata, Christ’s wounds imprinted on Padre Pio’s hands, feet, and side?
John Paul II, who as a young man visited Pio, never mentioned these extraordinary elements at the canonization. Instead, the Pope spoke of “trials accepted with love,” referring perhaps to sanctions restricting Pio’s faculties for hearing confessions and celebrating public Mass, imposed because of criticism, later discredited, sent to the Vatican; of Pio’s offering his sufferings in union with Jesus’ passion for a suffering world; of his continual availability to sinners seeking direction and absolution; of Padre Pio’s prayer that blossomed in charity, especially through his “House for the Relief of Suffering,” a healthcare facility that anticipated by decades today’s holistic partnering of medical science and spirituality.
Finally, how comforting for us “ordinary” Christians, this extraordinary saint’s most frequent advice: “Pray, hope, and don’t worry!”
Stewardship Report: Weekend of Sept. 11th—12th
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# of Attendees |
Total Contributions |
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St. Michael’s |
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|
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Saturday 5pm |
158 |
$1,039.00 |
|
Sunday 7am |
234 |
$1,855.00 |
|
Sunday 9am |
299 |
$1,835.00 |
|
Sunday 11am |
120 |
$580.00 |
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Sunday 4pm |
113 |
$599.00 |
|
Sunday 6pm |
143 |
$336.00 |
|
Immac Concept’n |
53 |
$477.00 |
|
Holy Rosary |
48 |
$320.00 |
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Building Fund* |
*Excludes pledges |
$3,050.00 |
|
Totals = |
1,168 |
$10,091.00 |
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