DANGERS OF NEGLIGENCE Luke 16:19-31 In the biblical context, negligence refers to failing to act with love, care, and responsibility towards others, often resulting in harm or injustice. This concept is seen in various parables and teachings, such as: The Good Samaritan (Luke 10:25-37),The Rich Man and Lazarus (Luke 16:19-31)The Sheep and Goats (Matthew 25:31-46). […]
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May
Fr. Daniel Evbotokhai The current drama in churches should be a source of concern for anyone who believes in the authentic faith that the apostles transmitted. Speaking in tongues, which was supposed to be a gift from the Holy Spirit, has turned out to be a mockery, a source of noise, and a distraction. Speaking […]
Rev. Fr. Daniel Evbotokhai Some spoke without interpretation, others spoke simultaneously, and worship became confusing rather than edifying. This led St. Paul to provide what may be described as a structured regulation of the gift. The practice of speaking in tongues has become one of the trendiest expressions of charismatic Christianity today. While it is […]
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MARY THE QUEEN CATHOLIC CHURCH EKPOMA ANNUAL CRUSADE (9TH EDITION) DECEMBER 11, 2024 TOPIC: WALKING IN THE LIGHT SPEAKER: FR. DANIEL EVBOTOKHAI READING: (1 John 1:7) “If we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus, his Son, purifies us from […]
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A COMMUNIQUE ISSUED AT THE END OF THE SECOND PLENARY MEETING OF THE CATHOLIC BISHOPS’’ CONFERENCE OF NIGERIA (CBCN)
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A COMMUNIQUE 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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Mar
The Paschal Candle The Paschal candle that shall be installed this night represents Christ as the Light of the World who has come to dispel the darkness of sin and death. You must have noticed that the Paschal candle carries certain symbols, as shown in the picture below. These symbols are not strange in biblical […]
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Mar
GOOD FRIDAY SAIAH 52:13–53:12; PSALM 31; HEBREWS 4:14–16, 5:7-9; JOHN 18:1–19:42 In today’s reflection, we shall be concerned with some basic questions and lessons. What is Good Friday? Good Friday is the day we commemorate Jesus Christ’s Passion, crucifixion, and death. It is a mandatory day of fasting and abstinence. This is the day of […]
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Mar
Fr. Daniel Evbotokhai Introduction One of the iconic persons in Catholic history is St. Vincent de Paul, he is well known for his costly compassion, deep empathy, and selfless service to the underprivileged, impoverished and the marginalized. During his time as a slave, Vincent had a spiritual experience that led him to dedicate his life […]
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Fr. Daniel Evbotokhai In recent years, Nigeria has experienced the establishment of churches on a daily basis. Does this suggest a rapid growth of the kingdom of God in Nigeria? Your guess is as good as mine. This exponential growth in churches may be attributed to economic hardship as well as the convenience of social […]
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Ash Wednesday is one of the most popular and important holy days in the liturgical calendar. Ash Wednesday comes from the ancient Jewish tradition of penance and fasting. The practice includes the wearing of ashes on the forehead. It marks the beginning of the Lenten season, a great penitential season of the church, and it […]