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Lenten Corner for Families

Genesis 2.7-9; 3.1-7 • Romans 5.12-19• Matthew 4.1-11

When you go to Mass this Sunday, you will hear Readings from the Bible.  To prepare yourself and your family to truly hear God’s Word, read and discuss this short article before you go.

Matthew 4.1-11 • Today’s Temptations

After forty days in the desert, Jesus was hungry. It makes sense that the devil would first tempt Jesus to create bread from stones.  How often are we tempted to take the easy way out, or to want what we can’t have?  Jesus responded to the devil, as we should, by turning to God for nourishment.  Each time we find ourselves thinking “If only I had…” there is an opportunity for prayer.  Our temptations and wishes can lead us towards or away from God.  Which direction do your temptations and wishes lead you?

* This article appears on p. 1198 of the Catholic Faith & Family Bible, produced by the Center for Ministry Development, published by HarperCollins, © 2010. Order your copy at www.catholicfaithandfamilybible.org.

Lenten Regulations

All members of the Christian faithful in their own way are bound to do penance in virtue of divine law.  In order that all may be joined in a common observance of penance, penitential days such as the Season of Lent are prescribed during which the Christian faithful in a special way pray, perform works of piety and charity, and deny themselves by fulfilling their responsibilities more faithfully and especially by observing fast and abstinence according to the norms of the following directive (Canon 1249):

Abstinence:  All persons who have completed their 14th year are bound by the law of abstinence from meat.  Complete abstinence is to be observed on Ash Wednesday and the Fridays of Lent, and Good Friday during the Triduum.  On days of complete abstinence, meat and soup or gravy made from meat are not to be eaten.

Fast:  All adults are bound by the law of fast up to the beginning of their 60th year.  According to Canon 97-#1, a person who has completed their 18th year is an adult.  The day of fast during Lent is Ash Wednesday (March 9th); the day of fast during the Triduum is Good Friday (April 22nd).  The faithful will not lightly excuse themselves from this obligation.

For more detailed information, please see the insert on this week’s bulletin.

Spread the News:  Tennis Tournament

All you who play tennis, have you heard the news?  St. Michael’s is sponsoring our very first Tennis Tournament.  It will be held at The Holua Tennis Center on April 30 and May 1, 2011.  This exciting event is a fundraiser for our new church.  We anticipate 175 entries and games will be played in teams of 4.

Look for additional information in the bulletin every week.  This will be a community effort so if you do not play tennis, there are many other ways in which you can participate.  There will be a fantastic Silent Auction, a large array of prizes, and plenty of good food.

We are still soliciting items for the Silent Auction.  If you have something to offer or you know someone who would like to contribute an item, please contact Isabel Vinson at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or 326-2420.  We know that we have many fine cooks in our faith community.  Renee-Mae Ota will be happy to accept all volunteers who are willing to donate one of their favorite dishes.  We are offering free lunch each day to all the players.  Renee’s number is 322-2838.

Direct your questions about tournament details to Lovette Llanos 938-3910 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .  Registration will be done online.  Meanwhile, begin to organize your team or select another way to help.  Let’s make this a smashing success for the future of St. Michael’s.

Thanks to All the Visiting Priests

Thanks to Father Cameli for more of his inspiring homilies and for his motivating talk at the Liturgy Training Meeting.  Thank you to Father Zaniolo who always puts a positive spin on everything and thanks especially for his help with baptisms two weeks ago.  We look forward to seeing you next year when Chicago is once again covered in a blanket of snow.

Thank you to Father Badding for all the pointers he offered us with our One’ Ohana since he is a veteran of using that model.  We know he will be back to see us sometime.

Our deepest gratitude goes to Father Nigro who brought us face to face with the living God.  To those 70 people who attended Father’s talks, who received the Sacrament of Reconciliation or who saw Father for Spiritual Direction, there is no need to say more.  Each individual received a gift of Grace and the opportunity for lasting change.

A Guest Speaker from Ghana, Africa

Please join us for an hour of discussion with Thomas who is visiting our Diocese from Ghana thanks to Operation Rice Bowl (CRS).  Iwie Tamashiro from the Office for Social Ministry in Hilo will bring Thomas here on March 24th.  We will have a group discussion for adults who are interested in world hunger, poverty, global solidarity, justice, disease, etc. at 2PM in Kamiano Hall.  All are invited.  At 7PM the Youth will meet with Thomas in the tent.  They have heard about him and have seen his story on YouTube.  Parents are welcome to attend, also.

Food Pantry Slips to be Distributed

This weekend at all the Masses, Food Pantry slips will be made available.  Please take a food slip from the basket and bring the food item listed on it with you to Mass next weekend.  This monthly plea to parishioners to help bring in food for our hungry brothers and sisters has been a Godsend to many individuals and families in the Kona area.  God bless you for your kind generosity!

National Federation of the Blind

Meetings are held the second Monday of each month. The next meeting will be held March 14th from 10am to 12noon at Hale Halawai.  For more information, contact Brandi Konrady at 989-9299.

Chaminade University Alumni Reunion

Calling all Chaminade University Alumni!  Join us at the Alumni Lu’au on Saturday, April 16th at 5PM on the Chaminade Campus.  Lu’au Emcees:  Frank De Lima ’71 & Sweetie Pacarro ’89.  Mass at Mystical Rose at 10AM on Sunday, April 17th.  Call Be-Jay at 808-739-8526 or email  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for details and information.

St. Joseph’s Table

The Liturgy Committee invites all parishioners to par­tici­pate in this festivity by bringing bread, pastries and other breakfast foods to share with the hungry.  Bring your donations to the kitchen around 7:45AM on Friday, March 18th.  May God bless you for your gen­erosity.

“Having a St. Joseph’s table is a Sicilian tradition, a traditional show of hospitality whereby a table is set in a way similar to a shrine, with flowers, candles, and a statue of St. Joseph.  Bread, pastries, and other breakfast foods placed on it are blessed, and a large portion of it is given to the poor.  It is a celebration that combines feast­ing and food for the poor.”  - 2010 Sourcebook for Sundays, Seasons and Weekdays:  The Almanac for Pastoral Liturgy, Liturgy Training Publications.

Save the Dates

1st Eucharist Preparation Class (Mandatory):  March 20th in the Hall after the 9AM Mass

1st Year Confirmation Class:  Mar. 27th:  3rd Class; Kamiano Hall, 1:30PM - 3PM.

1st Reconciliation:  April 16th at 8AM at IMMACULATE CONCEPTION.

1st Communion

If you have a child preparing to receive First Holy Communion (1st or 2nd year) or Confirmation (1st or 2nd year), please check your schedules and/or the bulletin for the dates and times of mandatory classes.  Time is slipping by quickly.  First Holy Communion is scheduled for Sunday, May 8th and Confirmation is on the calendar for Saturday, May 14th at St. Michael’s.

Knights of Columbus’ Clergy Night
Appreciation Dinner

The Knights of Columbus Council 13227 will host a Clergy Night Appreciation Dinner on Thursday, March 17th, from 5:30 PM until 9:00 PM at The King Kamehameha’s Kona Beach Hotel Ballroom.  This special event is held each year to honor the tireless efforts of our Clergy.  Tickets are $50.00 per person (which includes buffet dinner and one cocktail plus $5.00 toward a Clergy meal).  Tickets will be available after the Masses this weekend.  This is not a fund raising event.  Instead it is our chance to do what few of us do on a regular basis, which is to say thank you to our Clergy.  The Most Reverend Clarence (Larry) R. Silva will be in attendance.  This is the first year we have opened this event to the entire Parish.  We hope to fill the entire Ballroom with grateful hearts to recognize our Clergy.  For additional information, please contact Lito Ilagan at 322-4969 or Robert Dempsey at 326-7973.

Adult Confirmation

There are adults in the parish who for one reason or another have not received the Sacrament of Confirmation.  If you are a practicing Catholic and would like to receive this Sacrament, there will be two preparation classes.  The first class will be held on Sunday, April 3, at 1PM in Kamiano Hall at St. Michael’s.  The second class will be held on Sunday, April 10th at 1PM in the same place.  It is necessary to attend both classes and it would be very helpful if you would bring your Confirmation sponsor with you.  Confirmation will be held on May 14th.  You will need proof of your Baptism in order to be confirmed.

If you have questions or you wish to register, please call Cynthia M. Taylor at 960-0734.

Vacation Bible School

Provided there is interest on the part of parents and space at Immaculate Conception, we will have Vacation Bible School the second week of July 2011.  This year, Bible School will be a half day (9AM to 12 noon).  There will be a midmorning snack.  We will not serve lunch.  This year’s theme will be SonSurf Beach Bash.

Until our Parish Center is built, we have decided it will be possible to register only 20 children.  Therefore, we will offer placement on a first come—first serve basis to Preschool four-year-olds and Kindergarteners, plus First, Second, and Third Graders.  The cost will be $15 per child or $25 for two children.

Doing this well will require more volunteer assistance from parents.  This bulletin announcement is only to elicit interest in having your child attend.  Last year, parents waited until the last minute.  This year, we want to have our full complement of children by Easter so we can have everything prepared.

As soon as the Starter Kit arrives, there will be a meeting of volunteers and parents.

Meanwhile, if you think you are interested in having your child attend, please either leave your name and phone number in the parish office or call Cynthia M. Taylor at 960-0734.  After determining the level of interest, we will have registration forms available.  DON’T WAIT.  SO FAR, THERE ARE ALREADY 8 CHILDREN ON THE LIST.

Where to Send Bulletin Announcements

If there is an announcement that needs to go in the following week’s bulletin, please email it to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it by Tuesday afternoon at 4PM.  Kindly do not send or bring anything into the office for the bulletin that is handwritten.  If you do not have email, please ask a friend to send it in for you.

Stewardship Report - March 5th-6th

	ATTENDEES	CONTRIBUTIONS
St. Michael’s
Saturday 5pm	221	$1,468.00
Sunday 7am	309	$3,540.00
Sunday 9am	349	$2,369.00
Sunday 11am	205	$1,736.00
Sunday 4pm	126	$681.00
Sunday 6pm (Spanish)	284	$430.00
Immaculate Concept’n	58	$575.00
Holy Rosary	52	$576.00
St. Paul’s
Subtotal	Collections =	$11,375.00
Global Solidarity		$1,266.00
Food Pantry		$95.00
Church Repairs / Maint.		$5.00
St. Peter’s Post Cards		$59.00
Building Fund	*Excludes pledges	$7,688.00
Totals	1,772	$20,488.00

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