Hey Kuzins, here are a few pictures taken from last week’s cruise event (The Katinas and Friends Cruise 2011). Not only was it the biggest turn out that we’ve ever had, it was by far the best one yet and we are already looking forward to next year. More photos and even video clips will be posted on the cruise site as soon as it is updated with next years Cruise information. We hope that many of you will consider joining us next year for an amazing week of music, devotions, fun, fellowship, food and so much more. Please stay tuned for more details about The Katinas & Kuzins Cruise 2012. Don’t miss out!

Blessings, The Katinas

Nashville, TN – November 02, 2010 – Five-brother singing group The Katinas will take part in a two-day ministry event for prisoners at Saguaro Correctional Center in Eloy, Ariz. on Nov. 2 -3.

The event, hosted by Hawaii’s New Hope Church, comprises two sessions, each for an estimated 800-1000 inmates. The Katinas will perform a brief concert at each, encouraging those in attendance with a message of hope.

James Katina comments, “These men may be bound and locked up on the outside, but God wants to give them freedom that is unspeakable! God has a plan for their lives, and we truly believe that the best is yet to come for them. The choice is theirs.”

Nashville, TN – May 18, 2010 – The Katinas & Friends Cruise which will sail January 17 – 21, 2011 from Long Beach, CA and is a monumental event for the group. Celebrating its fifth year of fun, music and ministry, it also is a record breaking reservation year with nearing sold out status.

“This is a great reunion time with family and friends who have become family,” said Niel Otineru, General Manager of the Katinas. “Since registration began, the response has been amazing and the Katinas are ready to make this the best cruise yet!”

As the Katinas focus on their new “Family Night Live Concerts,” happening all over the country, the group will carry the theme of their concerts, Faith, Fellowship and Forgiveness on the cruise. “Our desire is to bring a renewed spirit, physically and spiritually to every person attending,” said James Katina.

Special guest on the Katinas & Friends Cruise include Pastors Dave and Debbie Katina, Kim Bolton and Quimi. Stops on the four-day cruise include the Catalina Island and Ensenada, Mexico.

CELEBRATING EXCELLENCE IN SAMOAN COMMUNITY, KATINAS RECEIVE SAI AWARD
U.S. Congressman Eni Faleomavaega Also Honored At Gala

The 2010 Samoan Achievers International (SAI) Awards Gala will host their awards night with the Katinas being one of the distinguished honorees, along with U.S. Congressman Eni Faleomavaega (D-American Samoa) . The award given by the community is based on who have shown exceptional leadership in their profession and family. The award comes just weeks after the Katinas began “Family Night Live Concerts” an evening of music and ministry focused on strengthening family relationships.

The Katinas will also be part of the live entertainment for the black-tie event on May 7th at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Long Beach, CA.

For more information on the 2010 SAI Awards Gala, visit http://www.saiawards.com.

The Katinas consist of five brothers, James, Jesse, Joe, John, and Sam who are from the Samoan Islands and have been touring and recording for the past 20 years.

Nashville, TN – December 7, 2009 – Instilling hope to the people of their homeland, Samoa, was the goal of the Katinas these past few weeks.

During a press conference held at the Gear Up Office at the American Samoa Community College campus, Evelyn Vaitautolu-Langford, Governor’s Authorized Representative opened the press conference by welcoming the media, noting that the Katinas are here to aid in relief efforts.

The five brothers visited several high schools to deliver their message of H-O-P-E (Helping Other People Escape) by performing free concerts and hands on relief to the devastated areas. In a recent interview, James and Jesse Katina had this to say “The support has been amazing, we believe there is hope for Samoa. People tuned in from all over the world, even people who have never been to Samoa. There has been an outpouring of love and support. We are proud to be Samoan and here to deliver this message.”

The Katinas wanting to express their gratitude to their ministry supporters all over the world filmed a video as a special thanks from them and the people of Samoa. Watch the video here.

Devastation {Our beloved island of American Samoa gets hit by tsunami}

As many of you may or may not know, American Samoa and Samoa were devastated by an earthquake and tsnuami around 7am local time on September 29, 2009 . Facts are still coming in but there are now reports of over 80 dead and dozens more missing with entire villages flattened. For the past nine months we have been planning our third annual missions trip back to Samoa for this coming November. It is very clear to us now what our mission is.

We have received many calls, texts and emails asking how to help. A relief fund is currently being set up through www.katinamissions.org

CLICK on “Missions” at the top of this page to donate. All donations small or large, are tax deductible.

Thank you for standing with us. Please continue to pray for Samoa
The Katinas

The Katinas are heading to Hollywood! No we are not going to American Idol, we are actually participating in events related to the premiere of “The Cross” movie. This movie portrays the incredible life of Arthur Blessitt and the impact his ministry has made around the world. That is not just a figure of speech as he has literally carried a 12′ wooden cross in 315 nations which covered 38, 102 miles! We are honored to have been able to provide the title track for this movie in addition to other songs which will appear on the soundtrack.

We want you all to please tune in to TBN’s “Praise The Lord” program Tuesday (3/24) and Thursday (3/26) as we will be featured alongside Arthur Blessitt and other key figures that made this film possible. “Praise The Lord” airs at 7pm Pacific, 9pm Central, and 10pm Eastern time zone. You can also view the program live via streaming through the TBN website.

Last but not least we want to encourage you to support this movie! You can find out which theater in your area is showing by visiting the official website. It is a very powerful and inspirational presentation of the Gospel so take advantage of this opportunity to witness to family, friends, neighbors & co-workers.