PARISH MISSION STATEMENT The Mission of Mary, Star of the Sea Parish is to give love, direction and support to all members of our community as we seek ways to follow Christ in our quest for eternal life. The Parish believes that it must evangelize, exclude none, communicate openly, show compassion and mercy to all, and follow Mary, our Star (HOKU), as she leads us in our mission.

PARISH CLERGY Fr. Francisco De Los Reyes, SSS—Pastor Fr. Paterno Labasano, SSS—Parochial Vicar Fr. Bob Stark, SSS — in Residence Br. Buddy Yanzon, SSS Dcn. Fernando Ona, MD

MARY, STAR OF THE SEA SCHOOL

Margaret Rufo—Principal 4469 Malia Street Honolulu, HI 96821 Tel. 734-0208 / Fax: 735-9790

Mary, Star of the Sea Church

“Malia¸ Hōkū O Ke Kai” Served by the 4470 Aliikoa Street, Honolulu, HI 96821 Congregation of the Tel. 734-0396 /Message Center: 735-6017 Blessed Sacrament Fax:744-2008 Fathers & Brothers

PARISH FINANCE COUNCIL Ted Jung Brenda Cutwright Jeff Niebling Julie Higashiguchi Tom Fitzgerald PARISH OFFICE STAFF Anne Hung—Office Administrator Sarah Bryant—Secretary Darlene Ah Yo—Director of Religious Education Mikaele Fatai—Sacristan Lance Klock—Facilities Manager Visitacion Salinas—Housekeeper

Visit Our Parish Website: www.staroftheseahonolulu.com

An Ancient Prayer to Mary, Star of the Sea: Star of the stormy Sea of my mortal life, May your light shine on me so that I do not stray from the path that leads me to Heaven. Amen.

EARLY LEARNING CENTER

Lisa Foster, Ed.D.—Director 4470 Aliikoa St, Suite 100 Honolulu HI 96821/Tel. 734-3840

APRIL 23, 2017 SECOND SUNDAY OF EASTER (OR DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY)

Divine Mercy Sunday is celebrated on the

Sunday after Easter, the Octave of Easter,

observed by Roman Catholic as well as some

Anglicans. It is originally based on the Catholic

devotion to the Divine Mercy that Saint

Faustina Kowalska reported as part of her

encounter with Jesus, and is associated with

special promises from Jesus and indulgences

issued by the Church. (More on Page 3.)

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MASS SCHEDULE

Saturday: 7:30 am and 5:30 pm (Anticipated Sunday Mass)

Sunday: 6:30 am, 8:15 am, 10:15 am,11:45 am, and 5:30 pm

Liturgy of the Word for Children: 8:15 am and 10:15 am

Weekday: Mon. thru Fri. 6:00 am, 7:00 am and 5:30 pm

Holidays: 7:30 am only.

SACRAMENTAL SERVICES & DEVOTIONS

Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament: 4:00pm Daily,1st Friday7-10pm

Liturgy of the Hours: Morning Prayer (Lauds) 7:30 - 7:50 am &

Evening Prayer (Vespers) 4:35 - 4:55 p.m. Daily

Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament: 4:55 - 5:05 p.m. Daily

Holy Rosary: 6:30 - 6:55 am, Mon. - Sat. & 5:05 - 5:30 pm, Mon. - Fri.

Chaplet of Divine Mercy: 5:05 - 5:15 pm, Sat./Sun. only

Confraternity of the Most Holy Rosary: 1st Sun./mo, 2:30 pm, Chapel

Novena: Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal: Mon 6:55 am & 5:25 pm

Charismatic Prayer Meeting: 2nd & 4th Friday, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

First Saturday Devotion led by S.H.W.A.Y. 6:30 am (before Sat. 7:30 am Mass)

Reconciliation: Mon. thru Fri.: 5:05 - 5:25 pm; Sat: 5:05 to 5:25 pm, or contact the

rectory for an appointment.

Baptism: Please contact Darlene Ah Yo, 734-0396

Wedding: Pls. contact Parish Office at least six months in advance.

Anointing of the Sick: By appointment, pls. contact the Parish Office.

Funeral: Pls contact Parish Office before contacting the mortuary.

LITURGICAL

Altar Servers - Bob Ehrhorn

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion - Frances Doyle

Proclaimers of the Word (Lectors) - Teddy Adorable

Worship - Betty Samaritano

Ushers - Richard Conradt

Music /Liturgy- Cynthia Young/Keith Febrero

Angel Voices Choir - Anne Hung / Cynthia Young

SACRAMENTAL

Baptism Preparation - Eliane Kuo / Thomas Ching

RCIA Program - Deanna Rasmussen

CCD - Rona Augustine-Chun

Liturgy of the Word for Children - Frances Doyle / Eliane Kuo

Youth Confirmation - Debra Arellano

Adult Confirmation - Valerie Pedro

SERVICE

Peace & Social Justice - Deacon Fernando Ona / Debra Arellano

Liturgical Arts and Environment - Bro. Buddy Yanzon

Church Cleaning - Steven Fatai

Senior Arts & Crafts - Barbara Pang

Mothers & Babies Project - Yvonne Izumi

Healing Hearts - Celia Ona/ Alysa K. Makahanaloa

Health Ministry - Maureen Burke/Wellness: Hula, Tai-Chi, Yoga

FAITH GROUPS Charismatic Prayer Group - Yvonne Izumi / Teddy Adorable

Monday Evening Bible Group - MaryLou Brogan / Anita Moustafakis

Wednesday Morning Bible Group—Darlene Ah Yo

Knights of Columbus - Todd Kirwan

Catholic Chinese Ministry of Honolulu - Johnny Au Young

Third Order of Mary - Mely McGivern

Family Rosary Movement - S.H.W.A.Y. - Keith Febrero

TEMPORALITIES

Planning & Building Committee - Frank Doyle

Currency Counting Ministtry - Lorraine Lau

East Honolulu Food Festival - Frank Doyle/Rick Manayan

YOUTH & YOUNG ADULTS

Middle School (EDGE) - Anne Hung/Eliane Kuo

High School (Life Teen) /Young Adults - Debra Arellano

*********MINISTRIES LISTING********* ADMINISTRATIVE

Finance Council - Theodore Jung

Pastoral Council - Diane Hee

Stewardship Committee - Sheri Gleason

HOSPITALITY

Social Activities - Maria Adversalo

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APRIL 23, 2017 SECOND SUNDAY OF EASTER (0R DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY)

A VIEW FROM THE PEW

Divine Mercy Sunday Celebrates Fullness of Christ’s Resurrection

The feast of Divine Mercy, or Divine Mercy Sunday, is observed on the octave of

Easter and celebrates the fullness of Christ's Resurrection. This feast is cele-

brated today, April 23rd.

The feast was initiated by St. Maria Faustina Kowalska, a Polish nun who kept a

diary in the 1930s of Christ's private revelations, telling her of His message of

mercy. She wrote that she first saw a vision of Jesus on Feb. 22, 1931. He had

rays of mercy streaming from His heart. Christ told her to have an image painted

to represent the vision and to write below it, "Jesus, I trust in you!"

St. Faustina died of tuberculosis in 1938 at age 33. St. John Paul II canonized her in 2000 and

declared Divine Mercy Sunday a worldwide feast day. Two years later, he instituted a plenary

indulgence for those who participate in the devotion. St. John Paul II was canonized on the feast of

Divine Mercy in 2014.

To receive the graces of the plenary indulgence on Divine Mercy Sunday, along with the usual condi-

tions (sacramental confession, holy Communion, and prayers for the intentions of the pope), the faith-

ful, while in a state of grace and detached from venial sin, are asked to take part in the prayers and

devotions the Second Sunday of Easter held in honor of Divine Mercy in any church or chapel, or else

they should recite the Our Father and Creed before the Blessed Sacrament adding a devotional

prayer to the merciful Lord.

People also are encouraged to pray the novena of Divine Mercy, which begins Good Friday and ends

the Saturday before Divine Mercy Sunday; to pray the Divine Mercy chaplet; and to be merciful to-

ward others through words, actions and prayers. (To learn how to pray the Divine Mercy chaplet and

novena, visit www.thedivinemercy.org.

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Divine Mercy Event At MSOS

On the Feast of Divine Mercy, Saints Helping With Adults and Youth Family

(S.H.W.A.Y.) Rosary Group will be hosting a Divine Mercy Event immediately after the 5:30

Sunday Mass on April 23rd. The event will include a sung chaplet of the Divine Mercy by

members of S.H.W.A.Y. followed by potluck fellowship and talk on Sts. Faustina and Pope

John Paul II and the promise of Divine Mercy.

S.H.W.A.Y. is a Family Rosary Movement of Reparation to the Immaculate Heart of Mary

and approved association of the faithful that promotes a lifestyle of prayer and sacrifice to

families through song and reflections, having participants from various parishes. They meet

every Sunday night immediately after the 5:30 pm with traditional Catholic prayers,

fellowship and reflection on the lives of the Saints. This week's reflection focuses on the Polish nun, St.

Faustina, who received visions of Jesus. In her visions he instructed her to tell the world about his Divine

Mercy.

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APRIL 23, 2017 SECOND SUNDAY OF EASTER (OR DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY)

Congratulations to the following

RCIA Elect and Candidates

Who Received the Sacraments

At the Easter Vigil

April 15, 2017

Patrick Peng Chin Hsieh

Christian Kauhane

Joshua Kauhane

Nick Kuwamoto

Shayan Jalili, Jennie Tran, Puya Jalili

Francisco Jalili, Sophie Jalili (Baptism only)

Caitlin Jaimes

Chaeeon Lim

Sungjoon Lim

Jay Lin, Lin Lin

Arnold Melegrito, Jr.

Angelica Melegrito

Kihana Moon

Heather Smith

Mahina Wallace

Profession of Faith:

Sarah Sah

Katie Sah

Confirmation:

Rosanna Jaimes

Ting Chen

First Communion:

Jiang, Jon, Shuo Chen

Welcome to the Communion of Saints!

Joon

Retreat

Pictorial Celebration of Easter

A great, big Mahalo to the Liturgical Arts and

Environment Service Ministry whose creative

genius added so much to the Easter celebration!!

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APRIL 23, 2017 SECOND SUNDAY OF EASTER (OR DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY)

Presenting: A Workshop Series for

Caregivers of Persons with

Memory Loss

GEMS, More Than Just Loss-Dementia

Progression Patterns, Friday, May 19,

3:30 pm - 5:30 pm

It’s All in Your Approach - Making Positive

Connections, Friday, June 30, 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm

Challenging Behaviors - Recognizing Unmet

Needs, Friday, August 18, 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm

Dining with Dementia - Techniques to Bring Joy

to the Table, Friday, Sept. 8, 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm

End of Life Care & Letting Go - Providing Care

in the Final Stages of Dementia, Friday,

October 13, 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm

Positive Approach to Care seminars, developed

by dementia advocate Teepa Snow, provide

essential information for families and profes-

sional care partners on how to have a positive

and meaningful relationship with loved ones with

Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia

throughout their journey.

Diamond Head Room, Kahala Nui 4389 Malia St., Honolulu, HI 96821

Parking Instructions will be given to registrants

prior to workshop. Refreshments provided.

For more information and questions about the

workshops, please contact: Fr. Frankie at the

Parish Office at 734-0396.

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Holy Father’s April, 2017 Intention

That young people may respond generously to

their vocations and seriously consider offering

themselves to God in the priesthood or

consecrated life.

Job Posting

Youth/Young Adult Minister

Part-Time Position; MSOS is in need of an

energetic and passionate individual to assist in its

youth programs, and provide a safe place to

support Christian growth of youth by focusing on

relationships, community, fun, spirituality and

service. This individual will be working closely

with our Pastor and our Youth and Young Adult

Coordinator.

To be considered for this position, please send

your resume and apply online at:

http://catholichawaii.org/about-us/careers/

For more information, please call the Parish

Office at 734-0396.

Tuesday, April 25

Feast of Mark, Evangelist

An Early and Enduring

Giant

St. Mark the evangelist was

one of the first 70 disciples.

He is believed to have written

the Gospel of Mark, our

earliest gospel. But he didn’t stop there.

He also founded the Church of Alexandria in

Egypt back in the year 42, a few years after

Jesus’ death. Alexandria became one of the great

centers of early Christianity. Today three

churches claim to be the direct heirs of the original

Church of Alexandria: Coptic Orthodox, Eastern

Orthodox, and Coptic Catholic. St. Mark looms

large behind them all, a giant of our tradition.

Take him as your inspiration as you write your

own “gospel” by living your faith in the world.

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Mary, Star of the Sea School

MSOS Students Wrapped up 3rd Quarter

As Mary, Star of the Sea students wrapped up their 3rd quarter, they gave their all as they

participated in their annual Jump Rope for Heart fundraiser which supports the American Heart

Association. The entire day was filled with events that helped the heart. From learning how to

perform chest compressions on actual “dummies” to a school-wide tug-o-war to jumping rope, it was

a fun way to learn about the heart and raise funds for a worthy cause at the same time.

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MSOS Early Learning Center

EAST HONOLULU FOOD FESTIVAL

12th Anniversary

The 12th annual East Honolulu Food Festival fundraiser is on Saturday April 29, 2017 5:30-9:30 PM.

The theme this year is DISCO…All ELC families are asked to sell or purchase 2 adult ($70) and 2

children ($25) tickets (ages 3-13).

The ELC also organizes the Keiki Corner for children, and parents are expected to volunteer for a

work shift (45 minutes) at the Keiki Corner. Tickets will be distributed to all ELC families and

sponsorship tables are also available! Registration and tickets will also be available on-line through

Eventbrite.

The ELC will use its portion of the EHFF funds to create and develop a strategic technology plan to

move the ELC into the forefront of 21st Century learning for young children in a developmentally

appropriate way. This will include technology upgrades within the ELC; implementing best practices in

STEM and Robotic education; and technology training for teachers and staff.

APRIL 23, 2017 SECOND SUNDAY OF EASTER (OR DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY)

SCHOOL NEWS

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Church Calendar Please Pray For Our Sick

APRIL 23, 2017 SECOND SUNDAY OF EASTER (OR DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY)

Sunday, April 23, 2017 (2nd Sunday of Easter/Divine Mercy Sun)

6:30 am, 8:15 am, 10:15 am, 11:45 am (Chinese Mass), 5:30 pm

After 5:30 pm Mass/Divine Mercy in Song/Church

Monday, April 24, 2017 (St. Fidelis of Sigmaringen)

9:00 am, Senior Arts & Crafts, 2nd Floor Activity Center

7:00 pm-8:30 pm, Adult Bible Study, 2nd Floor Activity Center

Tuesday, April 25, 2017 (St. Mark)

Wednesday, April 26, 2017

10:00 am, Bible Study, PLC Meeting Room

Thursday, April 27, 2017

9:00 am, HULA CLASS, Social Hall

Friday, April 28, 2017 (St. Peter Chanel/St. Louis de Montfort)

Saturday, April 29, 2017 (St. Catherine of Siena)

10:30 am-11:30 am, TAI CHI CLASS, Cafeteria

12:00 pm-1:00 pm, YOGA CLASS, Social Hall

Sunday, April 30, 2017 (3rd Sunday of Easter)

6:30 am, 8:15 am, 10:15 am, 11:45 am (Chinese Mass), 5:30 pm

6:30 pm, Family Rosary Movement/S.H.W.A.Y./Social Hall

Next Sunday, Conf/Most Holy Rosary/20 decades/Chapel

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NATHAN NAKANISHI MEREDYTH OKUDARA JOHN OLIM CYBIL PADGETT JUNE PERSON FLORENCE PUANA LINDA REGO AKEMI SHIMODA NANCY SHIZURU ABEL SILVA, SR. NANCY SILVA LINDA STARR CINDY TANAKA ELLEN TANAKA CHRISSY ZBIN

RANDALL PORRAS+ ROSALINDA RICAFORTE+ RICARDO RUFF+

JAN M.S. VASCONCELLOS+ LEATRICE ZABLAN+

Our Deceased

MARY, STAR OF THE SEA

STEWARDSHIP OF TREASURE

PARISH SUPPORT

Weekend of April 15/16, 2017

Holy Thursday: $ 459.00

Easter Vigil: 1,068.30

Easter Sunday: 7,589.00

Total Offertory: 11,557.96

Other Collections

Catholic Relief Services: $ 7.00

Novena: 175.00

Operation Rice Bowl: 2,797.51

Holy Land: 1,437.10

Charismatic Prayer Hotline

Please call Yvonne at:

(808) 396-3411

NEED PRAYER

Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday

7:00pm - 9:00pm

MARY, STAR OF THE SEA

STEWARDSHIP OF TREASURE

PARISH SUPPORT

Weekend of April 08/09, 2017

$10,315.43

Other Collections:

Angel Voices Choir: $ 15.00

Peace & Social Justice Ministry: 320.00

Easter: 35.00

Novena: 86.00

Operation Rice Bowl: 95.00

“Each man should give what he has decided in

his heart, for God loves a cheerful giver…”

(2Corinthians 9:7)

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!