Better Catholics

Better Catholics is a project of the Diocese of Chalan Kanoa's Evangelization and Faith Formation Ministry. Through the use of popular social media, we want to create a space to articulate one's understanding of Catholic Faith, including Catholic traditions particularly in the Marianas region, and to foster a deeper relationship with God.Learn more at https://rcdck.org/ and https://www.facebook.com/dioceseofchalankanoa

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Better Catholics

Better Catholics – Ep. 22: A Listening Church

September 21, 2022 • Bishop Ryan P. Jimenez, Fr. Melvin I. Avilla, CRM, Donna Flores, Rev. Fr. Charlie Borja • Season 1 • Episode 22

The diocesan phase of the Synod on Synodality has concluded a few months ago and after a series of dialogues with focus groups a report has been sent to the Bishop’s Conference in our region. From among all the reports of every jurisdiction in the Pacific a document will be put together for submission to Rome, who will then determine, and relay back to us, what concerns are shared in common within the region.

The fruits of said dialogue with target sectors will not only be just for that particular report but also will be used for our next diocesan pastoral plan. Our current one is about to conclude this year and so the outcome of the consultations will be helpful in crafting the next plan starting next year. Hence, it is really important for the local church to hear from its people so that plans can be made that would hopefully address their concerns.

The listening process truly never stops, and all voices are welcome. Have you participated yet?