The Essence of Kalaupapa, Molokai. Father Damien De Veuster

[ruthfreedman]

A perfect blend of photography & kiho alu background-- what an honor to Fr.Damien & all who consider this place home! You even included the Capitol shot.  Thanks for such a brilliant gift.

[celtpilot]

beautiful shots

[franciscanschicago]

Much mahalo as this was to very beautiful!

Malama pono from the Franciscan Friars of Chicago!

Yes, now is is a saint.

Mahalo Ke Akua!

[seraphimxx1]

Aloha Franciscan Friars of Chicago! Gob bless you & for the generous reply. Ahui hou!

[seraphimxx1]

Kalaupapa is a leper colony so yes youre absolutely correct when saying that the ONLY people "forced, banished and perished" were "lepers."

[seraphimxx1]

Mahalo nui loa Cocalighto. Belgium birthed a beautiful, dedicated & most compassionate man. Excited & anxiously awaiting for Octobers celebration.

[seraphimxx1]

I'm a direct descendent of the first Hawaiians who were forced, banished & perished to the island of Molokai. I just wanted to express my gratitude, appreciation & love for our Father. I love you Father Damien. Mahalo nui loa for helping my family. Our people. I'm here today because of you. My visit there made a profound impact on my spiritual & psychological self. How fortunate are we?