Sunday, 06 May 2018 / Published in Universal Prayers

6th Sunday of Easter B II

Presider: Christ calls us his friends and commands us to love one another. Let us show that love by the sincerity of our prayers today. For the holy Catholic Church, that by living the new commandment of love we may bring God to all people, we pray. For those who hold public office in our
Sunday, 29 April 2018 / Published in Universal Prayers

5th Sunday of Easter B II

Presider: Christ says,”If you remain in me and my words remain in you, you may ask what you will and you shall get it.” Let us pray confidently, inspired by his words. That the unity which comes from Christ the true vine may draw all Christians to his Church, we pray. That the peace which
Sunday, 22 April 2018 / Published in News & Events

4th Sunday of Easter B II – Good Shepherd Sunday

World Day of Prayer for Vocations & Religious Life Presider: Jesus is that good shepherd who lays down his life for his sheep. Let us pray to the Father, remembering the selfless love of his beloved Son. For Pope Francis whom God has appointed as shepherd of the Universal Church, and for Bishop Ryan, appointed
Above: Bishops from the Pacific Region, CEPAC with the Apostolic Nuncio, Archbishop Martin Krebs. Below: 80 bishops with Cardinal Pietro Parolin, Vatican Secretary of State, attended the Assembly of Federation of Catholic Bishops Conference in Oceania (Australia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands and CEPAC) held at Port Morseby, Papua New Guinea.
Saturday, 21 April 2018 / Published in News & Events

Bishop Ryan Appointed Head of Communications for CEPAC


At the conclusion of the assembly of the Federation of Catholic Bishops’ Conferences of Oceania (FCBCO), His Excellency Ryan P. Jimenez of Chalan Kanoa was appointed as the new Chairperson of the Communications Commission of CEPAC. Bishop Ryan was among the 80 bishops who participated in the quadrennial assembly of all bishops of Oceania. The meeting
Sunday, 15 April 2018 / Published in Universal Prayers

3rd Sunday of Easter B II

Presider: As we hear his word in the scriptures, our hearts burn within us, with a longing for God’s presence. With this Easter hope, let us express our needs in prayer. That those who teach in the Church will remain faithful to the Gospel of repentance and forgiveness, we pray. That leaders of government and
Sunday, 08 April 2018 / Published in Universal Prayers

2nd Sunday of Easter B II

Presider: As witnesses of the resurrection, the apostles were sent forth to continue the work of Christ, in the power of the Holy Spirit. Let us pray for the mission of the Church and the needs of the world. That, led by the successors of Peter and the apostles, the Church will boldly proclaim the
His Excellency Ryan P. Jimenez and the clergy stands while singing the Litany of the Saints during the Rite of Ordination while the deacon candidates prostrates on the sanctuary as a sign of their total consecration to a life of service to the Church and the People of God.
Saturday, 07 April 2018 / Published in News & Events

Bishop Ryan Ordained Five Permanent Deacons for Saipan

“When you serve, find that joy in serving the Lord!” “What an Easter gift!” exclaimed Bishop Ryan at the beginning of the Mass of Ordination to the Permanent Diaconate of five men: Estanislao Kogure Benavente, Jeffrey Melvin Tenorio Camacho, Rosiky Bernadino Flores Camacho, Thomas Schweiger and Antonio Yarobwemal. On a bright Saturday morning in the
Saturday, 31 March 2018 / Published in Universal Prayers

Easter Vigil & Easter Sunday Lent B II

Presider: The light of the Risen Christ shines forth from the Easter Candle. May that flame of faith in our hearts inspire us as we offer prayers for the needs of all our brothers and sisters. For the Universal Church, that with our Pope Francis and Ryan our Bishop, we may proclaim the saving event
Thursday, 29 March 2018 / Published in Universal Prayers

Holy Thursday Lent B II

Presider: In thanksgiving and praise, let us bring our petitions to God. For a spirit of service among all Christians (pause for quiet prayer), we pray. For a spirit of service among all Christians (pause for quiet prayer), we pray. For an end to fighting and division (pause for quiet prayer), we pray. For the
Sunday, 25 March 2018 / Published in Universal Prayers

Palm Sunday Lent B II

Presider: Our King has entered his city. Our palms and cries of homage fade away, as the words of the Gospel tell the story of his suffering and death. Let us bring our prayers to the Father, through the Son he gave up for us, with love beyond our comprehension. For the Church all around