Welcome to The Huaka'i Project!

Season 3 (March-May 2026)

The Huaka‘i Project is a 12-week small group journey designed for young adults (ages 18–39). Each group meets in-person weekly for 1 hour and 15 minutes, combining faith, fellowship, and service.

This season is divided into two parts:

• 6 Weeks of Spiritual Formation – Rooted in the Lenten Pillars and Catholic Devotions, where we reflect on scripture, grow in discipleship, and strengthen our faith together.

• 6 Weeks of Service – A rhythm of putting faith into action through group service days and then returning to evaluate, pray, and reflect on the experience. These weeks balance hands-on service with spiritual reflection, keeping service closely tied to discipleship.

How to Complete This Form:

1. Review the Small Group Descriptions Carefully – Each group has specific details listed (Host, meeting day/time, location, demographic focus).

   Service Days: Many hosts have already scheduled their group’s service dates. Please select a group whose schedule best aligns with yours.
   
   

2. Provide Your Contact Information – Ensure we can reach you with important updates.
   
   
3. Confirm Your Commitment – By signing up, you are committing to the full 12-week journey with your small group.

ALFRED'S GROUP | MEN (BIG ISLAND)

Host Name: Alfred Evangelista, Jr
Meeting Day and Time: Fridays @5/6 pm
Location: Pahoa

Planned Service Opportunity:

Target Corporal Works of Mercy/Catholic Social Teaching: Feed the Hungry, Life and Dignity of the Human Person, Call to Family, Community, and Participation

Partner Organization: Sacred Heart Church - Pahoa

Service Dates: Sat - 3/28, Sat - 4/25, & Sat - 5/23

Host Welcome Message:

"Hey! This small group is to help empower and walk with men in their journey with Christ throughout the Lenten Season. I would love to be your small group host for the next 12 weeks!"

BEN'S GROUP | MEN (OAHU)

Host Name: Benjamin Chung
Meeting Day and Time: Mondays @7 pm
Location: Central Oahu - Zippy's Waiau

Planned Service Opportunity:

Target Corporal Works of Mercy/Catholic Social Teaching: Bury the Dead

Partner Organization: Our Lady of Good Counsel - Cemetery Cleanup

Service Dates: Sat - 4/11 & Sat - 5/9

Host Welcome Message:

"Aloha Friends my name is Ben and I will be leading a men’s group."

LUCAS'S GROUP | MEN (OAHU)

Host Name: Lucas Chun
Meeting Day and Time: Wednesdays @7 pm
Location: Kaneohe - The EPIC Community House

Planned Service Opportunity:

Target Corporal Works of Mercy/Catholic Social Teaching: Life and Dignity of the Human Person, Call to Family, Community, and Participation

Partner Organization: Pu'a Foundation

Service Dates:  Sat - 4/25 & Sat - 5/23

Host Welcome Message:

"Aloha! My name is Lucas and I am stoked for this Lenten season. My hope for our group is that we all grow in understanding of what God is trying to tell each of us."

CHRISTINE'S GROUP | WOMEN (OAHU)

Host Name: Christine Licato
Meeting Day and Time: Thursdays @6:30 pm
Location: Mililani - Private Residence

Planned Service Opportunity:

Target Corporal Works of Mercy/Catholic Social Teaching: Feed the Hungry

Partner Organization: Our Lady of Sorrows - Food Pantry

Service Dates: Sat - 3/28, Sat - 4/25, & Sat - 5/30

Host Welcome Message:

"I hope to have another great season of sisterhood with my small group! Let’s journey through this Lenten season together and form long lasting friendships rooted in Christ."

FAITH'S GROUP | WOMEN (OAHU)

Host Name: Faith Dottie
Meeting Day and Time: Saturdays @11 am
Location: Kalihi - Co-Catherdral of St. Theresa

Planned Service Opportunity:

Target Corporal Works of Mercy/Catholic Social Teaching: Feed the Hungry, Clothe the Naked, Give Drink to the Thirsty, Call to Family, Community, and Participation, Care for God's Creation

Partner Organization: Maluhia, Co-Cathedral of St. Theresa

Service Dates: Sat - 3/14 & Sat - 4/18

Host Welcome Message:

"Aloha mai kākou and welcome!

My name is Faith, and I’m so grateful to journey with you this season of Huakaʻi. I believe women of faith flourish when they are seen, heard, and supported in community. My hope and prayer is that this small group becomes a safe and sacred space for sharing, growing, and walking together in faith."

HANNA'S GROUP | WOMEN (OAHU)

Host Name: Hanna Apelizan
Meeting Day and Time: Tuesdays @6:30 pm
Location: Kailua - Private Residence

Planned Service Opportunity:

Target Corporal Works of Mercy/Catholic Social Teaching: Feed the Hungry

Partner Organization: IHS

Service Dates: Sat - 3/28, Sat - 4/25, & Sat - 5/16

Host Welcome Message:

"Hi! This group is for young women seeking to grow in their faith through community, fellowship, and accountability as we enter this season of Lent."

KRISTEN'S GROUP | WOMEN (OAHU)

Host Name: Kristen Zara
Meeting Day and Time: Tuesdays @6:30 pm
Location: Kaneohe - The EPIC Community House

Planned Service Opportunity:

Target Corporal Works of Mercy/Catholic Social Teaching: Bury the Dead

Partner Organization: Diocese of Honolulu - Catholic Cemeteries

Service Dates: Sat - 3/28, Sat - 4/25, Sat 5/23

Host Welcome Message:

"Hi, I’m Kristen. I’m a working mom, and my hope for this women’s group is to bring together women in different seasons of life to support and encourage one another."

MEGS'S GROUP | WOMEN (OAHU)

Host Name: Meagan Buchanan
Meeting Day and Time: Tuesdays @6:15 pm
Location: Kailua - Private Residence

Planned Service Opportunity:

Target Corporal Works of Mercy/Catholic Social Teaching: Feed the Hungry

Partner Organization: IHS

Service Dates: Sat - 4/4, Sat - 4/11, & Sat - 5/2

Host Welcome Message:

"Aloha I am Megs! I’m so excited to walk through this Lenten season with you. I’m a wife, new mom, & Naval Officer. Life is busy for all of us but I believe that it’s important for us to make time in our week for faith and community. I’m looking forward to seeing some new & familiar faces in my small group- you can expect a lot of laughs, deep connections, & a lot of learning as we all grow together in our relationship with Jesus!"

MEGAN'S GROUP | WOMEN (BIG ISLAND)

Host Name: Megan Blazak
Meeting Day and Time: Thursdays @6 pm
Location: Hilo - Private Residence

Planned Service Opportunity:

Target Corporal Works of Mercy/Catholic Social Teaching: Feed the Hungry

Partner Organization: TBD

Service Dates: TBD

Host Welcome Message:

"This will be my first small group and my first time serving as a host. My hope for this group is that we can grow together in our personal faith and strengthen our community of young adults in the Church. The service opportunity we decide to pursue as a group will give us the opportunity to put what have learned into practice and help our community."

NELLANI'S GROUP | WOMEN (OAHU)

*Rule of Life Cohort (Pilot)*

This pilot Rule of Life cohort is designed for invited participants seeking a deeper rhythm of spiritual formation and accountability.

If you have not received a direct invitation for this cohort, we encourage you to register for one of our open small groups and stay tuned for future opportunities.

Host Name: Nellani Tabada
Meeting Day and Time: Mondays @5:45 pm
Location: Pearl City - Our Lady of Good Counsel / Starbucks

Planned Service Opportunity:

Target Corporal Works of Mercy/Catholic Social Teaching: Feed the Hungry, Shelter the Homeless, Visit the Sick, Call to Family, Community, and Participation

Partner Organization: Pearl City Nursing Home

Service Dates: TBD

Host Welcome Message:

"Hi everyone, my name is Nellani, also known as Nell. I love hanging out with fellow lovers of Christ and encountering Jesus in the Eucharist. I hope that our group will come to know each other more and grow in our faith together."

NICHELLE'S GROUP | WOMEN: Moms (OAHU)

Host Name: Nichelle Torno
Meeting Day and Time: Saturdays @Brunch/Lunch
Location: Ewa Beach - Hoopili/Paani Park

Planned Service Opportunity:

Target Corporal Works of Mercy/Catholic Social Teaching: Clothe the Naked, Call to Family, Community, and Participation, Rights and Responsibilities

Partner Organization: TBD (possible organization that works with women and children)

Service Dates: Sat - 3/28, Sat - 4/25, & Sat - 5/30

Host Welcome Message:

"Hi friends! Nichelle here, and I’m a wife and mama of 2 boys. I’m excited to journey with you this lent!"

EDDIE'S GROUP | COED (MAUI)

Host Name: Eddie Adachi
Meeting Day and Time: Thursdays @6:00 pm
Location: Upcountry Maui - Holy Ghost Church

Planned Service Opportunity:

Target Corporal Works of Mercy/Catholic Social Teaching: Visit the Sick

Partner Organization: Kula Hospital

Service Dates: Sat - 3/21, Sat - 4/18, & Sat - 5/16

Host Welcome Message:

"Aloha, my name is Eddie. I hope during this Huaka'i season we can all journey together listening, learning, and doing just as Christ taught us."

ETHEL'S GROUP | COED: Mid 20s- Mid 30s (KAUAI)

Host Name: Ethelyn Schumacher
Meeting Day and Time: Fridays @5 pm
Location: Lihue - Immaculate Conception Convent

Planned Service Opportunity:

Target Corporal Works of Mercy/Catholic Social Teaching: Feed the Hungry, Call to Family, Community, and Participation

Partner Organization: TBD (looking to feed the houseless in Waimea town)

Service Dates: Sat - 5/23

Host Welcome Message:

"Hi, my name is Ethelyn Schumacher, and my parish is Immaculate Conception Church in Līhuʻe. I currently serve as a co-coordinator in the OCIA program, an Extraordinary Minister of the Eucharist , and a catechist at our church. My Catholic journey began 13 years ago, and I completed RCIA in 2022. I live in Puhi with my wonderful husband, KaʻIli, our mixed chocolate lab, Theo, and we are blessed with an angel daughter named Scarlett. In my spare time, you’ll usually find me walking Theo or at home enjoying a great book with a cup of coffee."

IAN'S GROUP | COED (MAUI)

Host Name: Ian Casabay
Meeting Day and Time: Thursdays @6:30 pm
Location: Wailuku - St. Anthony School

Planned Service Opportunity:

Target Corporal Works of Mercy/Catholic Social Teaching: Call to Family, Community, and Participation, Care for God's Creation

Partner Organization: Kipuka Olowalu

Service Dates: Sun - 3/29, Sun - 4/26, & Sun - 5/31

Host Welcome Message:

"Hello, my name is Ian Casabay. I am 23 years old. I was born and raised on Maui. I am a student at UH Maui College and a part time office assistant. I attend Christ the King Church in Kahului, but I also help out at other parishes on Maui. I hope that this group will be a place where young adults are accompanied in growing in their faith and growing together in community. I look forward on embarking on this journey together!"

JASTER'S GROUP | COED (BIG ISLAND)

Host Name: Jaster Agcaoili
Meeting Day and Time: Tuesdays @6:00 pm
Location: Hilo - St. Joseph Church

Planned Service Opportunity:

Target Corporal Works of Mercy: Feed the Hungry, Clothe the Naked, Give Drink to the Thirsty, Shelter the Homeless, Life and Dignity of the Human Person, Option for the Poor and Vulnerable

Partner Organization: Hope Services Hawaii

Service Dates: Sat - 3/21, Sat - 4/25, & Sat - 5/16

Host Welcome Message:
"Hi, my name is Jaster and I am excited to be going on this journey with all of you to to deepen our faith and live out the gospel."

LUZ'S GROUP | COED: College Students (BIG ISLAND)

Host Name: Luz Vargas
Meeting Day and Time: Wednesdays @5:15 pm
Location: Hilo

Planned Service Opportunity:

Target Corporal Works of Mercy/Catholic Social Teaching: Feed the Hungry, Visit the Sick, Bury the Dead, Call to Family, Community, and Participation

Partner Organization: Food Basket / Hope Services / Life Care Center

Service Dates: Sat - 4/11

Host Welcome Message:

"Aloha kākou! My name is Luz. I'm an international student at UH Hilo and I'm also parto of EPIC Ministry at St. Joseph Parish. I was part of a small group last season, and now, one of my friends and I are adventuring into leading our own small group. Since we are newbies in this field, we are not sure of what to expect, but we hope this will be a journey for learning and growth for everyone, including us, of course."

MALCOLM'S GROUP | COED (OAHU)

*Rule of Life Cohort (Pilot)*

This pilot Rule of Life cohort is designed for invited participants seeking a deeper rhythm of spiritual formation and accountability.

If you have not received a direct invitation for this cohort, we encourage you to register for one of our open small groups and stay tuned for future opportunities.

Host Name: Malcolm Zara
Meeting Day and Time: Thursdays @6:30 pm
Location: Kaneohe - The EPIC Community House

Planned Service Opportunity:

Target Corporal Works of Mercy/Catholic Social Teaching: Bury the Dead

Partner Organization: Diocese of Honolulu - Catholic Cemeteries

Service Dates: Sat - 3/28, Sat - 4/25, Sat 5/23

Host Welcome Message:

"Aloha all! I’m looking forward to another faith-filled and Spirit-led season of small groups."

MARIAN'S GROUP | COED (BIG ISLAND)

Host Name: Marian Pakele
Meeting Day and Time: Tuesdays @6:15 pm
Location: Hilo - St. Joseph Church Rectory

Planned Service Opportunity:

Target Corporal Works of Mercy/Catholic Social Teaching: Feed the Hungry, Bury the Dead, The Dignity of Works and Rights of Workers

Partner Organization: Hope Services / St. Joseph Church

Service Dates: Sat - 3/28, Sat - 4/25, Sat - 5/23

Host Welcome Message:

"Hi, I’m Marian. I am a returning host from season 1 and returning for season 3. I’m looking forward to have space to connect and grow in my faith with other young adults throughout this Lenten season & continue friendships even after the season ends."

PETER'S GROUP | COED (OAHU)

Host Name: Peter Carroll
Meeting Day and Time: Mondays @6:30 pm
Location: Kaneohe - The EPIC Community House

Planned Service Opportunity:

Target Corporal Works of Mercy/Catholic Social Teaching: Feed the Hungry

Partner Organization: Our Lady of Sorrows - Food Pantry

Service Dates: Sat - 3/28, Sat - 4/25, & Sat - 5/30

Host Welcome Message:

"Aloha! Looking forward to journeying with you through Lent and Easter! My name is Peter I'm an accountant for the DoD, and currently live at the EPIC community house. Hoping to build community as we grow in faith and make a difference in our community."

Important Dates to Save:

• Season 3 Kickoff Night: Tuesday, February 24
  • 6:30 pm at St. Ann Church, Kaneohe
  • Young adults joining from the outer islands will have a virtual option available.

• First Small Group Sessions: Groups will hold their first official meeting between March 1 and March 14.
  
  

Final Review & Commitment:

Before submitting, please confirm that you have selected only one small group and that you meet any specific requirements listed (such as age, gender, or marital status).

Each participant may register for one small group per season to ensure balanced and intentional community.

By completing this form, you are committing to participate faithfully in a 12-week journey of spiritual formation, fellowship, and service.

Once submitted, your Host will reach out with next steps and further details.

We look forward to journeying with you.