Who you gonna call?
This is a listing of the people we know that can get you connected to resources and people who can help you in anything you do through your ministry. These are the people we have identified in our state that are already established and connected in their sphere of ministry.
If you would like to offer yourself or suggest another person as a contact for this list, then please contact us here
If you would like to offer yourself or suggest another person as a contact for this list, then please contact us here
Makana AionaCoordinator of Young Adult Ministry for the Office of Youth and Young Adult Ministry
If you would like to start a young adult ministry at your parish, restructure the one already there, or even build it up, then Makana can help put you in touch with the people and resources that you need to make it happen! [email protected] (808) 203-6762 |
Lisa GomesDirector of the Office of Youth and Young Adult Ministry
Lisa also serves on the Board for the NFCYM (National Federation of Catholic Youth Ministry) which has helped her create a network clear across the Pacific Ocean and mainland United States. Lisa has led the Diocese of Honolulu's Office of Youth & Young Adult Ministry for over 6 years now and can help you get in touch with all the right people for anything you need done. [email protected] (808)203-6743 |
Iwie TamashiroParish Social Ministry Director for the Office for Social Ministry
With many years of experiences serving the poor and vulnerable of society in Hawaii, Aunty Iwie has experience in all aspects of outreach. She can help you organize community outreach events/projects and also known to be a great presenter on social justice issues and charitable work. [email protected] (808) 203 - 6702 |
Eva AndradePresident of Hawaii Family Forum
Engaged in laws that effect 1st amendment rights to practice our religion freely, Eva has been a constant force at the capitol reminding all elected officials to include the lives of all Christians in Hawaii. Eva is an extremely engaging speaker and can help you direct your steps with anything that deals with political issues in Hawaii. [email protected] (808) 203 - 6704 |
Darlene Dela CruzHawaii Catholic Herald - Reporter and Photographer
Darlene is part of a 4 man team that puts out the bimonthly Catholic Newspaper for the Diocese of Honolulu, the Hawaii Catholic Herald. Darlene does a lot of work on the Manaolana section (targeting young adults). She is also the blogger for the Hawaii Catholic Herald's "Stories behind the Story". Darlene is an excellent resource for promoting an event, sharing a local (parish) story, and photography. [email protected] (808) 585-3320 |
Kristina DeNeveCoordinator of Adult Faith Formation and Evangelization
Kristina has been in the islands for nearly 3 years and has already established herself in the diocese as a resource for adult faith formation and spiritual direction. She can help you with creating and/or promoting workshops and retreats for your small group, parish community, or individual enrichment. Kristina can also help you find your own spiritual director! And if you're not familiar with spiritual direction, then Kristina is the person to go to. [email protected] (808) 203-6767 |