This story is a collaborative effort of Mrs. Izuo's kindergarten students at Saint Anthony School, Kailua, Hawaii. View this story in four segments and be sure to use the link to view the students telling you why Father Damien is their hero.
"I am happy and content, and if I were given the choice of leaving here in order to be cured, I would answer without hesitation: I'll remain here with my "lepers" as long as I live." Father Damien DeVeuster
Saint Damien of Molokai
By: Mrs. Izuo's Kindergarten Class Kailua, HI
"I am happy and content, and if I were given the choice of leaving here in order to be cured, I would answer without hesitation: I'll remain here with my "lepers" as long as I live."
Saint Damien of Molokai
By: Mrs. Izuo's Kindergarten Class
Saint Damien of Molokai
By: Mrs. Izuo's Kindergarten Class
Saint Damien of Molokai
By: Mrs. Izuo's Kindergarten Class, Kailua, Hawaii
Authors of this story describe why Father Damien is their hero