July 9, 2025
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Igarra Parish Welcomes Bishop Apochi: CBCN Connects with Faithful

By Fr. Michael Nsikak Umoh, CSN On Day 7 of the Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) in Auchi, the bishops embarked on parish visitation program in the diocese, fostering personal connections with the faithful. This tradition allows each visiting bishop, representing the Conference, to celebrate Holy Mass for the intentions of the hosting bishop, diocese, parish,

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Catholic Bishops call for review of Fuel Subsidy Removal, Naira Devaluation

The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) has expressed significant concerns over the harsh economic and social conditions affecting Nigerians, highlighting issues such as corruption, a heavy debt burden, and multiple taxation. These concerns were articulated in a communiqué issued at the conclusion of their second plenary session, held in Auchi, Edo State. In the

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Historic Visit: Bishop Godfrey Onah Graces Mary Mother of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, Sabogida-Ora

By Cynthia Aule, CSN In a historic and joyous event, the Mary Mother of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in Sabogida-Ora, which is a Mass Centre under St. Joseph parish, Ora, welcomed Most Rev. Godfrey Onah, the Bishop of Nsukka. He was accompanied by Most Rev. Charles Hammawa of Jalingo Diocese (represented by Fr. William Awoshiri)

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Sacred Heart, Agenebode parish welcomes CBCN representatives with fanfare

By Vincent Njoku, CSN The Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Agenebode, a landmark faith community in Afemai land, welcomed a historic visit from representatives of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) and the Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria (CSN) in 28 August, 2024. The visit, marked by a grand reception, reflected the deep-rooted significance of

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“Guard against every form of laziness,” Bishop Daboh charges Ibianefe parishioners

By Fidelia Angbalaga, CSN The Catholic Bishop of Zaria, Most Rev. Habilah Daboh has charged lay faithful to guard against every form of laziness, and, instead, embrace hard work as a core Christian value. Bishop Daboh gave this admonition in his homily on August 27, 2024 at the Holy Spirit Catholic Church, Ibienafe, during a

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Reflections By Rev. Fr. David Okolie

WHEN YOU CELEBRATE YOUR BIRTHDAY…

Rev. Fr. David Okolie Dearest friends, It’s wonderful to see people becoming more enthusiastic about celebrating their birthdays. However, let’s be mindful of our actions and the influences around us during these celebrations. Unfortunately, some individuals have fallen into grave sins and heinous crimes during birthday parties. Remember the biblical account of John the Baptist’s

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AUCHI 2024 CBCN COMMUNIQUE

AUCHI 2024 CBCN COMMUNIQUE Summary and Action Points By CSN Media The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) issued a communiqué following their Second Plenary Meeting, held from August 22-30, 2024, at Nezer Towers and Suites in Auchi Diocese. The communiqué focused on a year dedicated to prayer and repentance, with emphasis on spiritual renewal

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A CALL FOR PRAYER AND ACTION: TOWARDS REPENTANCE AND SPIRITUAL RENEWAL

A Communiqué issued at the end of the Second Plenary Meeting of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) in Auchi Diocese, Edo State at the Nezer Towers and Suites, Afowa/Afasho-Uzairue, 22 – 30 August. PREAMBLE We, the Catholic Bishops of Nigeria, held our Second Plenary Meeting for the year 2024 at the Nezer Towers

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“Pray for our land, priests, traditional rulers,” Iviari, Rgere Catholic communities appeal to Bishop Gokum

By PJ Usanga The Catholic communities of St. Joseph Catholic Church, Iviari and St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, Rgere, both of the Catholic Diocese of Auchi, welcomed Bishop Michael Gobal Gokum of the Catholic Diocese of Pankshin on Wednesday 28 August, 2024. They regarded the visit as a significant blessing and requested prayers for their

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Bishop Gerald Urges Faithful to “Embrace the Faith in Christianity they Profess”

By Emmanuel Eko, CSN In a powerful address during a Parish visitation to St. Phillips Catholic Church Jattu-Uzairue on August 28, 2024, the Catholic Bishop of Katsina Diocese, Most Rev. Gerald Mamman Musa urged the congregation to deeply embody the Christian faith they profess, calling for a renewed commitment to the teachings of Christ in

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