About St. Joseph · Makawao, Hawaii
St. Joseph Catholic Church in Makawao, Hawaii, is a vibrant parish community dedicated to stewardship of the Gospel and the celebration of the Holy Eucharist as the source and summit of life. The parish offers daily Mass, Confession, Adoration, and a wide range of ministries including youth groups, faith formation, and community service. It serves the local Catholic population through spiritual, educational, and charitable outreach, with a strong emphasis on welcoming all parishioners and guests. The parish is part of the Diocese of Honolulu and operates an Early Learning Center and a thrift shop, reflecting its commitment to holistic pastoral care.
- Patron
- Saint Joseph
- Rector
- Fr. Edison Pamintuan
- Diocese
- Diocese of Honolulu
Why belong here
Join a community that lives out its mission through daily Mass, Eucharistic Adoration, and active ministries like the Emmaus Wellness Ministry, Summer Bible Study for Kids, and the Family Connection. The parish offers spiritual formation, marriage preparation, and support services for all ages, fostering a welcoming environment rooted in Catholic tradition and service to the vulnerable.
Mass times at St. Joseph
Weekly Mass schedule
Confession times
- Saturdays @ 4pm-4:30pm
- Weekdays — Call 572-7652 to schedule
Adoration times
- Thursdays: 5:30PM - 6:30PM
- Fridays: After the 7AM Mass until 8:30AM
- First Thursday of Every Month: 5-6:30 pm (All are Welcome!)
Parish Mission Statement
We, the faithful of St. Joseph Catholic Christian Community, called to be stewards of the Gospel, dedicate ourselves in loving the Holy Eucharist - The source and summit of our life. It is our desire, praying always for the grace, to be Christ-like in our works and words.
Staff & Leadership
Pastor: Fr. Edison Pamintuan; Parochial Vicar: Fr. Napoleon Andres; Deacon: John Metz; Preschool Director: Helen Souza; Office Clerk: Barbara Estrella-Franco; Teachers: Renette Koa, Cassandra Comer.
Ministries & Services
The parish offers a wide range of ministries including youth groups, faith formation, marriage preparation, and community service. Services include daily Mass, Confession, Adoration, and a thrift shop.
- Emmaus Wellness Ministry
- Summer Bible Study for Kids
- Family Connection
- Catholic Faith on Demand
- Master Planning Committee
- St. Joseph Early Learning Center
- Epic Ministry
- Community Support Services
- Hawai'i Catholic Ministries
- St. Joseph Cemetery Cleanup Ministry
Sacraments & Events
Sacraments offered include Baptism, Matrimony, Confession, Anointing of the Sick, and Eucharist. Events include the Catholic Engaged Encounter, Marriage Encounter, and regular prayer and reflection opportunities.
- Baptism
- Matrimony
- Confession
- Anointing of the Sick
- Eucharist
- Catholic Engaged Encounter
- Marriage Encounter
- Daily Prayer
- Faith Formation
- Parish Announcements