ACTS 10:34A,37-43/ PS.118/ COL.3:1-4/ JOHN 20:1-9 Fr. Daniel Evbotokhai The bible says in 1 Cor. 15:14, that without the resurrection of Jesus Christ, “our preaching is in vain and our faith is in vain.” Again, in Rom.1:4 the Bible says that the resurrection of Jesus is a powerful declaration that Jesus is the Son of […]
Genesis 1:1-2:2, Gen. 22,1-18, Exam. 14:15-31;15:1, Is.54:5-14, Is.55:1-11, Bar. 3:9-15,32-37;4:1-4, Eze.36:16-28, Rom. 6:3-11, Matt.28:1-10 There are two homily notes here for our meditation. Happy Easter Fr. Thomas Oyode “The Lord Provides” For the many who miss being physically present at the solemn ceremonies of Easter, especially the ceremonies of the Vigil Mass, I share in […]
Isaiah 52:13-53:12; Psalm 30; Hebrews 4:14-16, 5:7-9; John 18:1-19:42 Fr. Daniel Evbotokhai This celebration should take place in the mid-afternoon (3pm) as this corresponds to the time when Jesus arrived at Calvary to be crucified. This is the only day mass is not celebrated in the Church. The celebration begins with a silent procession to […]
Exodus 12:1-8, 11-14; Psalm 115; 1Corinthians 11:23-26; John 13:1-15 There are two homily notes here for our meditation and prayers. Fr. Daniel Evbotokhai on the Last supper and Fr. Thomas Oyede on the topic “The Holy Eucharist and the Sacred Priesthood: At the Service of Charity” . Happy priesthood anniversary to all our Priest. Fr. […]
Isaiah 50:4-9; Psalm 68; Matthew 26:14-25 The reading from Isaiah reflects the pains of Jesus and his unshakable confidence in God.The Psalm is of a man in great distress who calls on God for help against his enemies. In the gospel Judas accepted 30 silver pieces and betrayed Jesus. Thus the name “Spy Wednesday.” There […]
Isaiah 49:1-6; Psalm 70; John 13:21-33, 36-38 There are two homily note here for our meditation Fr. Dan Evbotokhai The first reading speaks well of the servant of God, one who will be the light of the nations. The Psalm is the prayer of a man persecuted who seeks the help of God. In the […]
Isaiah 42:1-7; Psalm 26; John 12:1-11 Fr. Dan Evbotokhai Our first reading points to Christ the fulfilment of the covenants made long ago. And so, the Psalmist calls Him our light and our help. In the gospel we see Mary anointing the feet of Jesus. There is something about Mary and Jesus feet that Judas […]
At Procession with palms Matthew 21,1-11. At Mass Isaiah 50:4-7; Psalm 21; Philippians 2:6-11; Matthew 26:14-27:66 There are two homily notes here for our mediation Fr. Daniel Evbotokhai Homily on the Gospel (after the blessing of the palms, before the procession Matthew 21,1-11) Jesus says to two of his disciples go into the village opposite, […]
Ezekiel 37:21-28; Psalm– Jeremiah 31:10-13; John 11:45-56 Fr. Dan Evbotokhai In our first reading we see the prophet Ezekiel looking forward to a day when the Lord will unite the people under a new leader as a redeemed nation. In the gospel, we see the Pharisees taking the decision to kill Jesus. While their motives […]
Jeremiah 20:10-13; Psalm 17; John 10:31-42 Fr. Daniel Evbotokhai The basic theme today is persecution. The Prophet Jeremiah is being persecuted by the people but he placed his trust in God. A pointer to Jesus’ persecution. The Psalm is a prayer of confidence in God by one who is being persecuted. In the gospel Jesus […]