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Bishop Ryan meets with Pope Francis during the Ad Limina Visit.
Friday, 04 October 2019 / Published in News & Events

On CW Issue: Pope Francis to the Church of Saipan: “Remain close to the people”

“Remain close to the people!” This was the message of Pope Francis to Bishop Ryan and the Church of Saipan regarding the CW issue that haunts the Northern Marianas’ immigrants for years now. One of the things that Bishop Ryan shared with Pope Francis during their private audience last Monday, was the plight of many
Sunday, 22 September 2019 / Published in News & Events

Bishop Ryan: “Re-dedicate ourselves to the mission as a community of faith”

“Religious instruction will not just be about teaching doctrines, but always include the witness of the Gospel!” By Julie Ann Loong, for the North Star Attending Confraternity of Christian Doctrine, better known as CCD, has been a tradition in the Catholic church practiced generation after generation. Adults will remember their parents telling them, “Go attend
Sunday, 18 August 2019 / Published in News & Events

San Roque Parish Celebrates Annual Parish Fiesta

By Rose Gamier, for the North Star After what seemed like another torrential downpour and gusty winds, last Sunday’s annual parish fiesta of San Roque proved to be a success – what with the clouds appearing to provide just enough shade, and the hidden sun giving off just enough heat to maintain the roads clear
Friday, 02 August 2019 / Published in Messages / Pastoral Letters, News & Events

Pastoral Letter on Clustering of Parishes

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, The Code of Canon Law is a summary of the laws and precepts that govern the Church throughout the world. The Code goes into great detail on the responsibilities of a bishop toward the pastoral care of the people of his Diocese. These responsibilities include providing for the faith
Tuesday, 30 July 2019 / Published in News & Events

Deacon Formation Program

The Diocese of Chalan Kanoa is preparing to start up a new group of men to be formed for the permanent diaconate. The following are some basic information on the formation program. DIACONATE • Lifetime commitment to ministry in Catholic Church • Deacons are members of the clergy • Ordained not to the priesthood but
San Jose Parish Tinian
Friday, 26 July 2019 / Published in News & Events

Annual Sports Fest and Health Fair successfully concluded

San Jose, Tinian youths won overall championship for 3 straight years By Julie Ann Loong, for the North Star With over 200 youth and dozens of chaperones in attendance, calling the 2019 Diocese of Chalan Kanoa Sportsfest a success is an understatement. 8AM is an early time for teenagers to be up on a summer

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