St. Pius X Catholic Church, Manoa

Rev. Nicholas Brown

Pastor

St. Pius X Parish is a diverse Catholic community of faith that embraces everyone, without exception. Challenged by the Gospel, nourished by the Eucharist, and inspired by the teachings of St. Pius X, we are called to be witnesses of Christ’s love for the Salvation of all people.

Parish Office

Tuesdays and Fridays
9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

 

Parish Downloadable PDF Forms

First Wednesday Devotion
7:30 a.m.

First Friday
7:30 a.m

Adoration and Benediction
First Friday 8:00 a.m

First Saturday Devotion
7:30 a.m

Saturday For the Virgin Mary
7:30 a.m

Food Pantry

Wednesday & Friday
10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

SPIRITUAL COMMUNION
PRAYER

Jesus, really present
in the Blessed Sacrament,
You nourish us each day
with your Body;
spiritually renew in us
Your Presence now,
for we ardently long for You:
“Come, Lord Jesus.”

Celebrating Wedding Anniversary

Blessing of couples celebrating wedding anniversary in the church. Please contact parish office before the weekend celebration. Thank you

Hospital Visits
& Home Communion

Please Contact the Rectory Office.

RCIA

Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults

If, you are interested in joining the Catholic church, or helping those through that process as a companion.

Contact:
(808) 988-3308

SACRAMENTS

Baptism

For infants, contact the office for a registration form, and to find out the next preparation classes for Parents and Godparents. For older children and adults, enroll them in one of the following programs.

 

1st Holy Communion, Confirmation:

Religious Education (K-8), Youth Ministry (9-12), Young Adult Ministry, and RCIC/RCIA are starting in September. Contact the office for more information

Holy Matrimony:

Marriage is a very significant event and requires preparation to celebrate it properly. If you are planning to marry, the Diocesan policy is that you see a Priest and begin the preparation at least six months prior to the wedding date. Please call the rectory for an appointment.

Cannot Marry in the Catholic Church Due to Prior Marriage?

Pope Francis streamlined the process to petition for a declaration of nullity to make the process shorter. He also eliminated the mandatory fee. If a person is able to prove in this process that their prior marital bond was invalid for some reason, then he or she can marry in the Catholic Church or validate a current civil marriage. For assistance in petitioning, you can contact Fr. PJ Camiring, Vanessa Mark, BJ Schreiner or Sister Lucinda at [808-988-3308] who can assist you as an advocate.

Vocations:

Contact Fr. Nick Brown

 

 

Funerals Arrangements

Though not a Sacrament, when death occurs, contact the parish office immediately

 

Saint Mary Magdalene

(Feast Day: July 22)

Except for the mother of Jesus, few women are more honored in the Bible than Mary Magdalene. Yet she could well be the patron of the slandered, since there has been a persistent legend in the Church that she is the unnamed sinful woman who anointed the feet of Jesus.

Most Scripture scholars today point out that there is no scriptural basis for confusing the two women. Mary Magdalene, that is, “of Magdala,” was the one from whom Christ cast out “seven demons” — an indication at the worst, of extreme demonic possession or possibly, severe illness.

Writing in the New Catholic Commentary, Father Wilfrid J. Harrington, O.P., says that “seven demons” “does not mean that Mary had lived an immoral life—a conclusion reached only by means of a mistaken identification with the anonymous woman.” In the Jerome Biblical Commentary, Father Edward Mally, S.J., agrees that she “is not…the same as the sinner despite the later Western romantic tradition about her.”

Mary Magdalene was one of the many “who were assisting them [Jesus and the Twelve] out of their means.” She was one of those who stood by the cross of Jesus with his mother. And, of all the “official” witnesses who might have been chosen for the first awareness of the Resurrection, she was the one to whom that privilege was given. She is known as the “Apostle to the Apostles.”

Reflection

Mary Magdalene has been a victim of mistaken identity for almost 20 centuries. Yet she would no doubt insist that it makes no difference. We are all sinners in need of the saving power of God, whether our sins have been lurid or not. More importantly, we are all “unofficial” witnesses of the Resurrection

(from Franciscan Media

His heart was moved.

 

Anyone who is a parent or caretaker of young children can relate to the dilemma Jesus’ apostles faced in today’s Gospel. They had just returned from their first attempts at preaching the good news and healing the sick. It must have been so exciting seeing God work so powerfully through them. But missionary work is demanding, so they were probably bone-tired as well. They must have appreciated Jesus’ suggestion: “Come away by yourselves to a deserted place and rest a while”.

But their plans were disrupted when a huge crowd showed up. They must have felt the way exhausted parents can feel when everyone in the house has come down with the flu: stretched beyond their limits and more than a little dispirited. Some of them might have even wished that the people would go home—and take their diseases, their demons, and their troubles with them.

But not Jesus. In contrast to his apostles, he put aside his hopes for some R&R and devoted his whole day to teaching them “many things”. He saw a need and he met it—immediately and unquestioningly.

What a marvel Jesus is! We all get tired at times, and some of us are always tired. But the God of Israel “never slumbers nor sleeps”. Jesus never gets worn out. He never complains, and he never feels sorry for himself. Just as he did throughout his life, and especially on the cross, he continues to give without counting the cost.

Hold this image of Jesus close to your heart as you celebrate Mass today. Believe that, in the midst of all the other prayers arising to him right now, he still sees you and hears you. He is never too tired for you; he always has time for you. So quiet your racing heart and let him minister to you. Bring him your needs, and wait patiently to hear what he has to say to you

“Jesus, I am amazed at your tireless, endless love for me!”

(from the Word Around Us)

Saints
Joachim and Anne’s Story

(July 28)

In the Scriptures, Matthew and Luke furnish a legal family history of Jesus, tracing ancestry to show that Jesus is the culmination of great promises. Not only is his mother’s family neglected, we also know nothing factual about them except that they existed. Even the names “Joachim” and “Anne” come from a legendary source written more than a century after Jesus died.

The heroism and holiness of these people however, is inferred from the whole family atmosphere around Mary in the Scriptures. Whether we rely on the legends about Mary’s childhood or make guesses from the information in the Bible, we see in her a fulfillment of many generations of prayerful persons, herself steeped in the religious traditions of her people.

The strong character of Mary in making decisions, her continuous practice of prayer, her devotion to the laws of her faith, her steadiness at moments of crisis, and her devotion to her relatives—all indicate a close-knit, loving family that looked forward to the next generation even while retaining the best of the past.

Joachim and Anne—whether these are their real names or not—represent that entire quiet series of generations who faithfully perform their duties, practice their faith, and establish an atmosphere for the coming of the Messiah, but remain obscure.

 

(from Franciscan Media

Our Stewardship Prayer

Generous and Loving Creator, you have called us to Malama i ka Makana (Cherish the Gift). As disciples of your Son, we ask that your Spirit open our minds and hearts to more deeply appreciate your countless blessings. Increase your transforming spirit within us, so as to nurture our call to stewardship as a way of life marked always by faith-filled prayer, service to others and generous giving. With the kokua of St. Marianne and St. Damien, teach us to be good stewards so we may re