Presentation venue in Honolulu, Hawaii…read more.. My friend and I attended a one-hour lecture at the Mystical Rose Oratory on 10-8-23 from 4pm to 5pm. Located on the campus of Chaminade University/Saint Louis High School in the Kaimuki area, this venue is also used as a chapel. The theater-style seats were arranged in a semicircular, tiered fashion where everyone had a clear view of the speaker. I liked the air-conditioning, lighting, and acoustics. The PowerPoint was too far away and on the smaller side, so I didn't focus too much on it. There were no seats with tables. I was able to take notes on my lap. The free parking is along the private road. There is a new parking structure before the building, but I believe the sign read that parking without a permit is after 4pm. It's best to go early for closer parking. I'll remember this when we return in February 2024 for the next lecture!

Welcoming and friendly church community on the campus of Chaminade University. The morning mass on…read moreSunday are a more "mature" and mixed crowd of people from all around the island while the feel of the evening mass is geared more toward the university students. I have been to both and they are both welcoming and warm. I prefer the mornings because of the amazing view of diamond head and all of God's creation from the chapels location.

I've come here several times for weekday Mass. the chapel is small, quiet, and intimate. Fr Mario…read moreis amazing as always. Located in the admin facility located to the right of the church (oriented towards the from entrance), the chapel is the first room to the left. You will see the stained glass windows as you approach. Highly recommend attending weekday Mass here if your schedule allows. God bless you. Mahalo for reading my review. Pax et Bonum.

Father Mario has finally won me over! After 25 months of resistance, I'm giving in! Miracles can…read moreand do happen! MOVING MOUNTAINS Actually, it's a choir that moved. When Father Mario arrived at St. Stephen Church, the choir that sang at his masses tagged along with him. My sisters would talk about how different the services are because it's so lively and peppy now! Time seems to pass by quickly! TRANSFORMATION OF A BUILDING The entire building, next to St. Stephen Church, used to be a convent for the Sisters. Currently,the Chapel of St. Catherine consists of offices, a kitchen, meeting rooms, and the Chapel. I really appreciate the new doors, the updated chairs, wider sidewalks, covered pathways, and the fabulous stained glass windows! Much of the renovation is because of Father Mario's carpentry, gardening, masonry and other skills and talents. He really is the Jack of All Trades! His vision and business-mindedness has really improved the building! There's free parking, air conditioning, and a convenient restroom. Go early to secure your seat because it can get crowded - especially on special occasions such as Feast Days. If you're lucky, there may be snacks after mass - just bring something in case there's a Social Hour! Don't be surprised if you're invited to Bible Study; or Adoration on the first Wednesday of every month! MASS SCHEDULE: Daily mass (Monday through Saturday) is at 8:00 am. Instead of having mass at St. Stephen Church (2747 Pali Highway in Honolulu, HI), the parishioners celebrate mass in this cozy and intimate setting with acapella singing. Sunday mass is at 7:15 am. For early birds, this mass features a guitar and singing by a few choir members. There's no space for the piano and other instruments. MELTING A COLD HEART I admit that I'm a bit resistant to change. The former priest was okay - I was just used to the routine. So - when Father Mario arrived 25 months ago, I thought that he was trying too hard. Why did he want to talk to me all of the time? Why couldn't he get my name right? My brother in law (BIL) felt the same way. One day, when I saw BIL at morning mass, in his sheriff uniform, I realized how Father Mario's sincere friendliness can get a non-Catholic to join in the celebration. In that instant, it all came together and I was able to accept and understand... So - if you're curious and/or you want an interesting experience, come to the Chapel of St. Catherine!

Attended a early morning service at St Theresa in Kalihi. It is always a good idea to arrive early…read moreso you can get a parking stall. There is street parking but there are many homeless working around and I don't want to worry about my car in church service. The service begins on time and the choir is wonderful to hear. The baptismal pool has gotten smaller than I remember. There are large restrooms on the outside of the church. The grotto outside is beautiful with the saints surrounding Mary. I took a picture below. The Jublilee cross from the Vatican City is at this church and I included pictures below before it leaves Hawaii soon.

Co-Cathedral of St Theresa will need to rethink the folks in charge of the Religious Education and…read moreFaith Formation Programs. I am assuming the position is a volunteer position? Even if it is, it does not excuse the inefficiencies. Doesn't the church want to welcome more Catholic Christian. Attempting to schedule a Baptism in this church has been quite an adventure. I started the process 6+ months before the intended date. Uninformed patrons answering the phone. They will not take the time to understand the questions you're asking. The Contact us Form on the website? No one will respond Send an Email directly to the email listed on the website? No one will respond

This is a beautiful church constructed in the late 1940s that follows closely with the…read morearchitectural design elements of the Co-Cathedral of St Therese located on N School Street, and Our Lady of the Mount off Monte Street. I enjoy attending the sacrament of reconciliation here as well as the Extraordinary Form of the Mass (conducted in Latin). My humble membership in the Latin choir here had not only deepened my understanding of the Roman liturgy (both Extraordinary and Ordinary forms) but it also has improved my knowledge of the Latin language, improved my chanting and polyphonic execution, and improved my reading ability way past the level of reading I was at back in college as a member of a scholastic choir. Since music reading (a.k.a sight reading) is just like any other kind of reading in the fact that proficiency and mastery is a direct proportion of how often you practice, participation here and at the monthly First Friday and First Saturday liturgies has truly improved my poor skills. The wonderful people here have truly made an impact in my life. Music liturgy aside, this is a fairly nice parish that's welcoming and steeped in history. Current pastor, Fr Steve Nguyen is a young, straight forward priest who is pastoral, kind and well steeped in theology. His homilies are hard hitting and based on bedrock truths... they force me off my "complacencies", away from my selfish tendencies, and towards greater actions of love and service to others (note: Christ also taught that complacency and comfort is not the path to heaven) Highly recommend a visit here if you're in the area and looking for a Peaceful place to worship our loving Lord and true God. Thank you for reading my review. Pax et Bonum.

Lovely church & History... Wish I needn't have to travel 20…read more+ miles, to attend a Traditional Latin Mass... Its a shame many Parishioners voices go unnoticed, of the calling to heart of the Traditional Latin Mass... Vatican 2 change of the Mass, has lead Parishioners exiting out the doors...

Memorial Service for my cousin's daughter, Robin Yee (granddaughter of the late Wally Yee, carnival…read moreentrepreneur)... St. Patrick Church - in Kaimuki, Honolulu, Hawaii - was the chosen site to Bless the ashes of my cousin, Robin, because she had attended the attached Elementary School and had gone to mass here with her parents and siblings. It was the best setting because St. Patrick Church is the home parish for my cousin's family. The free parking lot, historical architecture - including grand archways colorful stained glass windows, excellent acoustics (the soloist: Robin's younger sister, the readers: Robin's mom and elder sister, the pianist, and the harpist sounded heavenly), and solid marble foundation - were much appreciated! There was no air conditioning. I sat near the open doors at the back of the church. The cool April morning breeze was sufficient. I saw electric fans along the walls which are probably used in the summer. The restrooms were outside and to the left. I didn't use the facilities and didn't hear of any complaints. Father Clyde presided over the Prayer Service. He was efficient and personable. He had listened to Robin's husband's eulogy and made appropriate comments about the sweet, young couples' partnership in his Homily! I had met Father when he signed the Guest Book. He welcomed us (there were four of us at the Reception Table) and kindly asked if we needed anything. Outside, on the covered walkway, a table was set up for each guest to take a bento lunch home. The tradewinds were gentle and the sunshine was warm. It was a beautiful day at a wonderful place which held many memories for my cousin, her classmates, coworkers, friends, and family!

This was my 1st visit to the church during Sunday mass. My previous visit was for a wedding many…read moreyears ago, My family and in-laws were here for my nephew's baptism. We sat on the pews which faced the altar. The baptism had a candle lighting that was done by the god mother of my nephew. The father read from his handbook about for the spiritual message and process. Some people were hot because there were not enough windows inside so air can come nor any electric fans. People had to use a manual fan. Anyways, Samoa church choir sang in English. I thought there was a certain dress code that people needed to follow. Some people wore jeans and slippers. Overall, there were nice stained glasses.

This church is amazing! The people are so kind and welcoming. They have programs for all ages from…read morekeiki to kupuna. One can join a small group that meets during the week as well. They have in-person services and covid/temperature screens. The church definitely prioritizes health and safety for all! The sermons are always solid and biblically based and one leaves with many practical applications. Definitely a place to call a church home or to come visit while in Oahu! PS. The church is surrounded by the most beautiful scenery!!!

I have attended their Christmas Eve service for years. I enjoy the music, the choir, the orchestra,…read morethe messages, and the testimonies of healings. I like listening to Christmas carols and the children singing. It wasn't raining this year which was nice. I didn't have to walk in the rain.

Just attended mass here. The priest is fantastic, his homily was good and his chanted prayer was…read morebeautiful. But, it makes me so sad to see such a beautiful gothic church only to walk in and see giant tv screens on the back wall like it's some kind of conference room. It also breaks my heart to see a choir loft with no choir, and a beautiful organ with no one to play it. Then on top of that, the music is recordings of a piano playing sappy 60s songs and butchering the ancient hymns of our faith. This beautiful parish has so much potential and it would make me so happy to see it flourish with a full choir and an organist and a more reverent liturgy with incense. I will be praying for a restoration of this parish and the diocese.

Beautiful, historic church, probably one of only a handful of Gothic style churches in the state of…read moreHawaii. Very convenient mass times. The only downfall causing me to give it four rather than five star rating is the music ministry is very substandard and is screaming for help and more importantly, new leadership. A brand new state-of-the-art Allen organ, an organ the could mimic a very large pipe organ, was installed in the choir loft about 15 years ago when the church had undergone a major renovation. Very sadly, there has never been a COMPETENT (emphasis strongly added) ORGANIST to play it on a regular basis for Sunday mass. There some that have come to play it sporadically (far from consistently), however they are very overwhelmed and are unsure how to play it. To the best of my knowledge the organ is been sitting idle collecting dust. To its credit, Sacred Heart Parish is not alone in the Roman Catholic Dioces of Honolulu, when compared with other Catholic Dioceses across the US mainland and abroad, the diocese Honolulu has done a very paltry job (if any at all) at taking care of organs, pipe organs, and organists in general and that stems from the leadership at the top. Very sad.....

Awesome worship and Word. We had a wonderful time in the Lord. The church family was very friendly.read more