
Annual Meeting
“God is our Hope”
October 3-6, 2025
Hilton Waikoloa Village


A message from the MOST REVEREND LARRY SILVA
2025 Annual Meeting
Aloha and Peace from the diocese of Honolulu.
The first Catholic missionaries arrived in Hawaii on July 7, 1827.
Upon arrival, the missionaries were quick to integrate themselves with the island’s community. After learning the language, Fr. Bachelot, prefect apostolic and a member of the Congregation of the Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary, and the other Catholic priests handed out bibles written in Hawaiian and held sacraments and baptism ceremonies, the first baptism being given on November 30 of that year, for hundreds of the island’s natives. One year later, the Cathedral of Our Lady of Peace was built in the heart of what is now downtown Honolulu.
After settling back into Hawaii, Catholic priests were able to formally dedicate the Cathedral on August 15, 1843. The anniversary, however, is observed on August 16 due to the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary into heaven being celebrated on August 15.
Today there are 66 parishes and 23 mission churches ministering to Catholics on six islands within the boundaries of the Diocese of Honolulu, making it a diocese like no other. Just as Saint Damien and Saint Marianne ministered to the hungry, homeless, despairing, lost and forgotten here in Hawaii, so today the Catholics of the Diocese of Honolulu continue to reach out to everyone regardless of where they are in their journey of life.
We invite you to experience this uniqueness by exploring our city and visiting in person our parishes and schools,

Meeting Co-Charis – Hawaii
Annual Meeting Co-Chairs
ALOHA!
On behalf of the organizing committee and Most Reverend Larry Silva, bishop of the Diocese of Honolulu, we are delighted to extend a warm welcome to all members and guests attending the Annual Meeting of the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre’s Western Lieutenancy. We are thrilled to gather together at the beautiful Hilton Waikoloa Village on the Big Island of Hawai’i from October 2nd to the 6th, 2025.
We have an exciting and enriching program planned for you, filled with opportunities for spiritual reflection, fellowship, and meaningful discussions regarding the Order’s mission. Beyond the formal sessions, we encourage you to take advantage of the stunning surroundings and enjoy the natural beauty and rich culture of the Hawaiian Islands.
We hope this meeting will be memorable and spiritually enriching for everyone. We look forward to connecting with you all in Waikoloa!
God’s blessings to you all.
“ʻO ke Akua ko mākou manaolana”
God is our hope!
What can you expect?
Preparing for the Annual Meeting
Plan your stay
HILTON WAIKOLOA VILLAGE
69-425 Waikoloa Beach Drive,
Waikoloa, Hawaii 96738 USA
What to do
Schedule of events
Download the complete schedule of activities, ceremonies, speakers and dinners.
Answer the call
Volunteer Information
To be a volunteer is a special honor and is a great way to connect with other members of the Western Lieutenancy. We hope to welcome back all our volunteers from last year and welcome new members this year.
Photography credit: Waikoloa Beach Golf
More to do
Special Events
Learn more about special outings and events planned for members during the Annual Meeting, and how to purchase tickets.
Sunday TAlk
The Saints of Molokai
Bishop Larry and Fr. Lane Akiona will guide us through the history and works of these holy men and woman who embraced the “Spirit of Aloha” and brought God’s Hope to a place where it did not exist.
Le Patriote illustré du 2 juin 1889, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
Additional Info
Dinner Information, Dress Guidelines
Click below for information on Tuxedo Rentals, Annual Meeting Dress Guidelines, Request to be Excused from the Annual Meeting.