Before I even had children, I already knew which private Catholic School in Kailua I would send…read morethem to -- the one and only St. John Vianney School Kailua!!! As a fellow alumni, I remember loving the school from its dedicated teachers and faculty to academic excellence. I have the best memories growing up while attending St. John Vianney School Kailua and am thrilled my two children have the opportunity as well. This is still the best pre-school and elementary school in Kailua with an extraordinary principal, Mrs. DeMello, and exceptional Admin Assistant, Mrs. Chee, with their dedication and commitment to excellence. My children started attending here since pre-school at three years old and are currently in kindergarten and second grade. I have seen their confidence and love for learning flourish. Their progress and growth have been remarkable. Not only does St. John Vianney School Kailua have top-notch academics, values-based education, but they also instill a premier Catholic education that is of importance to my faith and family values. Furthermore, they have phenomenal support from the church and community and host an annual fundraising event called "Breakfast with the Bishop" that everyone looks forward to each year. They offer scholarships and financial aid as well as extracurricular activities. I highly recommend St. John Vianney School Kailua for your child's education as it is an invaluable investment. You will feel welcomed and supported here. We are SJV Kailua 'Ohana!

St John Vianney is an emerald gem tucked in the mountains of Oahu…read more We have truly grown to value the friendships and connections created during our time at this wonderful private school. Community involvement is a large part of the school which promotes a sense of belonging and partnership between the parents, kids, and staff. The dedicated teachers consistently go the extra mile to support and inspire their students' academic and personal growth. Academic excellence is achieved through innovative teaching methods and personalized attention to each student's needs. The unique blend of this academic care and spiritual development, provides students with a holistic education that nurtures both mind and soul. Overall, St. John Vianney School excels in providing a well-rounded education that nurtures both academic achievement and character development.

This church is more like the one that I go to in Connecticut. They have coffee, water and…read morerefreshments before the service. Plus they serve a full hot breakfast ( eggs, rice, sausage etc)in the dining area . They had greeters at the door and packets for new members. They also had programs for kids and small groups. The service consists of singing ( with band), bible reading /teaching and a sermon. I glad I found this church and it will be my church when I visit Hawaii.

I am blessed to call New Hope Windward - Kailua campus my home church! God has blessed us with a…read morewonderful leadership team and fabulous servants who fervently serve the Lord. The people here are welcoming and loving. The transformation of the cafeteria into a sanctuary is incredibly beautiful! The live worship is heart touching and intimate. The message is that of New Hope Windward that is watched on a large screen and 2 LED screens, Every few months we are taught a series that is based on teachings from the bible that are life changing. You may dive deeper in the word by joining a small group and following the curriculum that is provided. If you are looking for an intimate setting, where you will be fed, transformed, and loved, New Hope Windward - Kailua campus is the place for you!

Our daughter spent 1 month at Love a Keiki. Our experience was great! The teachers were very…read moreaccommodating, transparent, and kind. The price was affordable, including snacks and lunch. My daughter had a hard time adjusting, but with the help of the teachers, was able to settle in after a week. We could only do 1 month though because our work was too far with the afternoon rush to pick her up. If traffic wasn't a problem, we would for sure chose to keep her at Love a Keiki.

They are wonderful!! They're very hospitable and friendly. We felt very secured that our daughter…read morewill be well taking care of. My daughter started on May 2019 and just graduated on June 2021. I highly recommend this school. Thank you to all the amazing staff of Love A Keiki. We will be back again with my other daughter next year!!

This church is amazing! The people are so kind and welcoming. They have programs for all ages from…read morekeiki to kupuna. One can join a small group that meets during the week as well. They have in-person services and covid/temperature screens. The church definitely prioritizes health and safety for all! The sermons are always solid and biblically based and one leaves with many practical applications. Definitely a place to call a church home or to come visit while in Oahu! PS. The church is surrounded by the most beautiful scenery!!!

I have attended their Christmas Eve service for years. I enjoy the music, the choir, the orchestra,…read morethe messages, and the testimonies of healings. I like listening to Christmas carols and the children singing. It wasn't raining this year which was nice. I didn't have to walk in the rain.

Family oriented and play/exploration based learning environment where children receive quality care…read moreand education.

From the owner: Sunshine School was founded on the belief that each child is a capable learner. Our curriculum…read moreengages children in making connections between home, school, and community. We believe that school can be an important part of a child's life. We provide an environment that allows children the freedom to explore their world through play. Through these experiences, each child discovers that learning is an exciting and continual process. Making connections, sharing life experiences, and growing with love all foster this idea.

We had our ceremony of matrimony (outside the mass) at St. Anthony of Padua Church in March 2024,…read moreand it was absolutely perfect! My husband's family is from Oahu, and we currently live in Oregon, so coordinating from afar could have been challenging, but working with the parish and their front office made everything smooth and simple. The ceremony was beautiful, and Kepa was incredibly accommodating with the music. The homily was heartfelt, and we felt so welcomed despite my husband's family not being Catholic. It was an intimate, unifying experience, and we're forever thankful for the church's generosity in allowing us to get married there. We couldn't have asked for a better setting for such an important day. Thank you, St. Anthony of Padua Church, for making our ceremony so special!

OK let's start off with the facilities beautiful immaculate, very nice very very nice. The. The…read morefather that I spoke to very nice.. little bit of background I go to ST. JOHN Vianney I was thinking about possibly moving to Saint Anthony's of Padua however, after the smirking of the offering collectors at me comments from them under their breath as they give $100 to their offering ask anybody at St. John Vianney how generous John L is. And Saint Anthony's of Padua will know what they lost . I will pray for this church . It's the only time I ever felt like beating the crap out of somebody in the middle of a church.

Beautiful chapel with a miraculous myrrh streaming icon, friendly parishioners, and great priests!read more

my nephew's wife ami has had gastroparesis for a while. she and the drs don't know when she got…read moreit. either from when she got sick in india while she was a child or the drs accidently cut her spleen during her last surgery. since then, she hasn't been able to absorb her foods properly. she gets sick each and everytime she eats. she had an operation early oct'12 to take out her large intestines. her recovery was supposed to be only a couple of days. the couple of days took 22 and 2 operations after, she was able to go home. my sister asked me to get her myrrh from the officially recognized by the russian orthodox church outside russia streaming icons. they are as miraculous and worthy of verneration. the church address was on queen street. I've gone pass it hundreds of times. it's right by my office. I just didn't know how it looked like. in my eyes I was looking for a cupolas (domes with rounded or pointed roofs). I was suprised to see the world renounded myrrh streaming icons in a humble two story building just out side of downtown honolulu, kakaako-the industrial part of town. instead of cupolas on the roof, there's a "massage place" upstairs! how's that? I guess if the oils from the icons don't heal you, you can opt to go upstairs and have someone try and massage the hurt out from you :D so... to make a long winded story short, I was able to get the myrrh from the icons, got a bottle of myrrh oil blessed, and ami commemorated. hopefully now ami will get better.

This church is friendly, and a good place to feel close to Christ. For newcomers it's a nice way to…read moremeet people in Kailua. A small friendly Sunday school at 9:30 if you want your kids to meet other children and a loving environment. We found our home at the 715 service where you get just what you need and are out the door by 815 and ready to go for the day in Kailua. The priest mother Giovan is always on call if you have a family emergency and I recommend it highly.

Fathers Day service was Amazing. I'm in Hawaii visiting for a week & decided to visit Sunday…read moreservice. Music was soul moving. And Sermon was a GREAT message about Loving EVERYONE. The atmosphere was welcoming and comfortable. I'm leaving here with a happy heart. Thank you so much Kailua Community Church

This church is a rare commodity these days. The pastor really knows his stuff. He is a true…read morestudent of the Bible and teaches in a manner which is both engaging and convicting at the same time. Children are a major priority: They stay in church for worship time, then Pastor Perry has them go on stage for a children's sermon which mirrors what he intends to teach to the adults. They are then off to Sunday School to be taught about God's love for them. One thing that struck me on the first time I attended and since is that the pastor knows each child by name. The church also has a very active AWANA club and has an annual "Vacation Bible School" during the Summer. The youth group is a solid bunch of kids who are truly seeking the Lord's face through the assistance of the youth pastor, Pete Keizer. They meet once a week for in-depth study of the Bible as well as games and worship. They serve the community with food distribution to the needy people of Nanakuli as well as serving at the River of Life homeless shelter downtown. The music ministry is phenomenal, and the Worship Pastor, Josh Nordgren, continually encourages the musicians to improve in their musicianship and to grow in their faith. He plays a mix of modern praise songs with at least one very familiar hymn thrown in to the mix. The people in this church exemplify what is meant by "Christ Follower". They show love toward one another as well as to strangers. They spontaneously pray for one other when the need arises. They have active community outreach programs and sponsor missionaries from the church all over the world. They even created a in-house sponsorship program much like "Compassion International" to support AIDS orphans at an orphanage in Uganda. Their motto is "A family for You", and I have found that that is the perfect motto for this church. Give them a try.

Free food, groceries, haircuts, signing up for social services (assuming you have an ID), etc the…read morelast Tuesday of every month for the homeless. Now THAT is Christianity.

Friendly, inclusive staff and congregation make visitors feel welcome. Nice accommodations for…read moremothers with infants and welcoming groups for children and youth, Activities for all ages. Giving back to the community is encouraged.