By Fr. Dr. Okhueleigbe Osemhantie Amos Every year, a familiar fever grips our society. From nursery to primary and secondary schools, the air is thick with the sound of trumpets, clinking glasses, and endless boasts: *“My child is graduating!”* At first, you might think they mean from a university or at least a major academic

Pilgrim of hope: thanking God and looking forward to meeting him and humanity in Abuja, Nigeria Sr. Elizabeth Odinakachi Mgbaramuko’s Six Years Service at the National Catholic Secretariat (NCS), Accra I started work at the NCS on Monday, 1st July, 2019, as Communications and Programmes Officer, Department of Social Communications (DEPSOCOM), with special duties to

As Harvest season approaches, Catholic parishes across Nigeria prepare for weeks of thanksgiving and generous offerings. The atmosphere radiates gratitude for life, family, and fruitful labour. Yet amid these festivities comes a sober reminder: we must protect the sanctity of the sanctuary even as we celebrate God’s goodness. The sanctuary is not an extension of

Dear members of the CESACC family: Greetings from Accra, Ghana. As an Alumna of CESACC (2014-2016), and as I round off my six- year term of Contract Employment with the Ghana Catholic Bishops’ Conference (GCBC), I see it as ” Mission Accomplished”. As I get ready to exit, I was challenged by some of my

Pope Leo XIV sends a video message to participants in an Italian charity event, and insists on the importance of promoting dialogue and peace in a world plagued by divisions. By Isabella H. de Carvalho Pope Leo XIV has highlighted the urgency of coming together for peace and the importance of promoting unity through sports,

Pope Leo XIV prays the Angelus with the faithful in Castel Gandolfo, and reminds Christians that we gain eternal life by caring for others in service and love, not by cheating death. By Devin Watkins As his summer holidays continue in Castel Gandolfo, Pope Leo XIV joined pilgrims who came out to the hilltop town

By Fr. Michael Nsikak Umoh The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) has extended condolences to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the nation following the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari. In a letter dated 14 July and signed by the CBCN President, Archbishop Lucius Iwejuru Ugorji, the bishops conveyed their sympathies to the presidency,

– Gifted with a Motorcycle The spiritual leadership of the Diocese was on full display yesterday as Bishop Onah graced the silver jubilee celebration of Catechist Innocent Ikechukwu Agbo, an esteemed son of St. Theresa’s Parish, Imilike Ani. The event, held in the heart of his hometown, was marked by profound reflections on faith, community,