New Bishop for Hawaii’s Catholic Diocese | Honolulu News

Hawaii’s Catholic Church welcomes its new shepherd, Father Michael Castori, as the Diocese of Honolulu installs its twelfth bishop in 21 years—marking a historic moment amid deep roots and fresh challenges. Retiring Bishop Larry Silva, who oversaw canonizations and weathered abuse scandals, steps down at 75, while Castori, a Pacific missionary with a Hawaiian name Tupou, brings global experience and awareness of pressing issues like Kalaupapa’s future. Renovations for the Cathedral Basilica are set to finish in 2027, coinciding with 200 years of Catholicism in Hawaii, and attendance is rising thanks to Pope Francis and Pope Leo XIV. The ceremony kicks off at 10 AM Tuesday at St. Theresa’s Co-Cathedral—livestreamed for all, with traffic warnings and limited seating. Silva remains as Bishop Emeritus, ready to support his successor. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/b66244ea9bc33f3e