Through the Lens of Faith: Then, Now, and Beyond
Capturing CNMI’s 40 Years as a Diocese
Photo Contest
Catholicism in the Northern Mariana Islands can be considered one of the oldest in the world. As a strategic place of rest for Spanish voyagers from the Latin Americas to Southeast Asia and other Pacific Island nations and back, one may even argue that it may even be as old as five hundred years old, if not older. But even with a long history of Christianity in the region, the Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands did not become a diocese until November 1984. Next year, 2024, with great joy and anticipation, we will celebrate the 40th anniversary of our diocese’s canonical erection.
In preparation for the diocese’s 40th founding anniversary, the Diocesan Media Ministry and the Diocesan Youth Commission are spearheading a photo contest depicting the imprint, impact, or influence of the Catholic Church in the CNMI. The following are the dynamics of the competition.
- This contest is open to all photo enthusiasts, professionals, or hobbyists;
- Only one (1) photo entry is allowed per participant;
- Photos must depict the imprint, impact, influence, or future of the diocese. Photos must be original and must include a brief description;
- Entries should be submitted to photo@rcdck.org on or before September 30, 2023;
- For better print quality, photo submissions must follow the following specifications: 12.25” x 12.25” in size with 350 dpi resolution;
- Eligible photos will be posted on our diocesan Facebook page for general engagement (likes, hearts, shares);
- Photos will be judged according to the following criteria:
- Originality = 25 pts.
- Creativity = 25 pts.
- Relevance to the theme = 25 pts.
- Visual Impact = 25 pts.
- Twelve (12) winners will be selected and announced but only one will be proclaimed the grand winner. Winning photos will be featured in our 2024 calendar;
- Prizes and certificates will be awarded to the twelve (12) winners;
- For more information, please contact the Diocesan Curia at (670) 234-3000.
We look forward to seeing your beautiful shots.
