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
By Sr. Nina Caccam, SJBP, for the North Star The Office of Religious Education will formally begin the CCD (Confraternity of Christian Doctrine) Registration for Catechetical Year 2019-2020 for all parishes in Saipan, Rota, and Tinian on August 15 and ending on September 30. The Sacramental Preparation is very important in the life of the
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. What is Permanent Diaconate Permanent diaconate is a lifetime commitment to ministry in the Catholic Church. By virtue of the ordination, permanent deacons
As Mount Carmel School readies for the new school year, the school continues to welcome back most of last year’s teachers and staff, as well as some new and not-so-new faces. Jonathan Sanchez, History and Science Teacher Jonathan Sanchez is a 2012 “AlumKnight” and returns to the school as Mount Carmel’s new teacher for 8th
The Feast day of Blessed Mother Margarita Maria Maturana, which was celebrated on July 24th, was a lovely tribute to a woman whose life was spent bringing the faith to our islands. Bishop Ryan officiated at the 6 p.m. Mass at Mt. Carmel Cathedral that evening, honoring the life of this great missionary. He began
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
The Diocesan Finance Council, in their meeting last July 18, 2019, has allocated $100,000 to San Jose Parish in Tinian specifically for the purpose of rebuilding its church, and a separate $200,000 to be shared by parishes in Saipan directly affected by typhoon Yutu also for the specific purpose of repairing damages sustained during the
As Mount Carmel School readies for the new school year, the school is welcoming back most of last year’s teachers and staff, as well as some new and not-so-new faces. Frances Taimanao, 8th Grade English Teacher Frances Taimanao is no stranger to the school, having taught at the school and served as principal for many
July is an exciting month in the life of Mother Margarita Maria Maturana, because during this month God graced her with several glorious events. July 23 – Mother Margarita went to her heavenly home on July 23, 1934. July 24 – When Mother Margarita was declared “Blessed” in 2006, the Catholic Church assigned July 24th
New parish assignments for all clergy effective within the next month Bishop Ryan Jimenez will be implementing a new pastoral structure within the next month by reorganizing the parishes by clusters. This initiative is a result of prayerful discernment and consultation with other bishops in order to better serve the needs of the diocese and
