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FUNERAL MASS FOR FR. RAPHAEL ADEBAYO Today Thursday 12 January, 2023. 10am. Holy Cross Cathedral,
By Rev. Fr. Augustine Fasiku Introduction Imagine a majestic cathedral, its soaring curves and resplendent stained-glass windows a testament to the glory of God. As the faithful gather within its walls, they are swept up in a celebration that transcends time and space, a sacred drama that unites them with the divine and with one
By PJ Usanga, CSN Media The Catholic Diocese of Lafia has recorded remarkable pastoral, clerical, and infrastructural growth in the 25 years since its establishment. It has expanded from two deaneries and 13 parishes to seven deaneries with 59 parishes and mission stations, and has grown its indigenous priesthood from just seven priests to over
During his homily on the Sunday of the Jubilee of Prisoners, Pope Leo XIV challenges both inmates and those responsible for the prisons to hold on to hope and he reminds everyone “that no human being is defined only by his or her actions and that justice is always a process of reparation and reconciliation.”
Port Harcourt, Nigeria|Dec. 15, 2025|Fr. Dr. Okhueleigbe Osemhantie Ãmos In a moment heavy with history and quiet symbolism, Britain’s King Charles III and Pope Leo XIV prayed together in the Sistine Chapel on Thursday, 23 October 2025, marking the first public shared prayer between a British monarch and a Roman Catholic pontiff in nearly five
By Fr. Michael Nsikak Umoh In his Advent message, Bishop Isaac Bundepuun Dugu of the Catholic Diocese of Katsina-Ala urged Nigerians to anchor their lives on the hope in Christ that never disappoints, amidst the country’s challenging economic and security conditions. Highlighting Nigeria’s struggles with poverty, insecurity, and systemic inequality, Bishop Dugu said, “The prevalent
By Fr. Michael Nsikak Umoh In a highly inspiring Christmas message delivered at the Christmas Carols of the Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria (CSN), Abuja, the Secretary General (SG) emphasised that true peace on earth begins with giving glory to God. “If you want peace on earth, you must first give glory to God,” he said,
By Teclus Ike Ugwueze Today, Saturday, December 13, 2025, Christ the King Parish, Ugwunani Aku entered a historic and grace-filled chapter as the Catholic community gathered for the solemn dedication of its church by the Bishop of Nsukka Diocese, Most Rev. Godfrey Igwebuike Onah. The celebration marked not only the consecration of a sacred structure
As part of activities marking Red Wednesday 2025, the annual global observance dedicated to persecuted Christians, Catechist Tobias of Holy Family Cathedral, Sokoto Diocese, was invited to share his personal experience of persecution during the Holy Mass held at St. George’s Cathedral, United Kingdom. The invitation followed a significant encounter in February 2025, when Catechist
Book commentary by Rev. Fr. Dr. James Ekanem, SDB 1. Context and Intent The author introduces a Catholic booklet written for the modern Christian youth, addressing the tension between traditional religious beliefs and the fast-changing world of science, technology, and modern culture. The purpose of the author is twofold: to recognise the faith challenges
Today, December 12, 2025, the serene hilltop community of Christ the King Parish, Ugwunani Aku, welcomed the pastoral presence of Most Rev. Godfrey Igwebuike Onah, Bishop of Nsukka, for a day marked by consolation, catechesis, and the strengthening of the Church through the Sacrament of Confirmation. The Parish Priest, Rev Fr Emmanuel Ayoguoke, welcomed the