About St. Paul · Honalo, Hawaii
St. Paul’s Church in Honalo, Hawaii, is a historic mission church dedicated on June 29, 1864, and named 'Kawanui' after its location. It was patterned after St. Michael’s Church and sustained major damage in the 2006 earthquake, leading to its closure and eventual decision not to repair it. The bell was moved to St. Michael’s, and the perimeter fenced for safety. The social hall remains in use and is undergoing interior updates. The parish is part of the larger St. Michael the Archangel Church parish in Kailua-Kona, which serves multiple mission churches including St. Paul’s, and is known for its rich cultural mosaic and active ministries.
- Established
- 1864
- Patron
- Saint Paul
- Diocese
- Roman Catholic Church
Why belong here
St. Paul’s is part of a vibrant, culturally rich parish with over 50 active ministries and a strong emphasis on stewardship and service. Parishioners are welcomed from all backgrounds and faiths to join in worship, community life, and outreach. The parish offers a Hawaiian-style aloha spirit rooted in Catholic tradition, with opportunities to serve others and grow as disciples of Jesus Christ.
Mass times at St. Paul
Weekly Mass schedule
Confession times
- 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
- by appointment
Adoration times
- After 7 AM Mass until Vespers at 4:45 PM on Wednesdays
Our Parish
St. Paul’s Church in Honalo, Hawaii, is a historic mission church dedicated on June 29, 1864, and named 'Kawanui' after its location. It was patterned after St. Michael’s Church and sustained major damage in the 2006 earthquake, leading to its closure and eventual decision not to repair it. The bell was moved to St. Michael’s, and the perimeter fenced for safety. The social hall remains in use and is undergoing interior updates. The parish is part of the larger St. Michael the Archangel Church parish in Kailua-Kona, which serves multiple mission churches including St. Paul’s, and is known for its rich cultural mosaic and active ministries.