FRUITS, NOT JUST LEAVES 1 Peter 4:7-13; Psalm 95:10-13 Mark 11:11-26 St. Peter says “the end of all things is near.” This is not a threat but a call to live genuinely. A call to pray sincerely, love deeply, and serve faithfully. A call to live authentic Christian life. In the Gospel, Jesus curses the […]
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FATHER TIMOTHY ESHI ETSENAMHE Pope Leo XIV has issued a sweeping new encyclical titled Magnifica Humanitas (The Grandeur of Humanity): On Safeguarding the Human Person in the Age of Artificial Intelligence, warning that the rapid rise of artificial intelligence and digital technology could either strengthen human dignity or plunge society into a new “Tower of […]
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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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Redeemed by Blood 1 Peter 1:18-25, Ps.147, John 10:32-45 St. Peter reminds us today that we were not redeemed with silver or gold, but with the precious Blood of Christ. Yet many people today are selling themselves too cheaply; trading their body, dignity, purity, truth, and conscience. Your life has value beyond money, fame, pleasure, […]
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Call to Holiness 1 Peter 1:10–16; Psalm 98; Mark 10:28–31 In the first reading, Peter says, “Be holy because I am holy” (1 Peter 1:16). This is a powerful and transformative command. This command is not a burden, but a privilege to live a life that honours God and reflects His nature. To be holy […]
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Genesis 3:9-15, 20; Psalm 87; John 19:25-34 Today we celebrate the feast of Mary, Mother of the Church (Mater Ecclesiae). Mary’s role in the Church is inseparable from her union with Christ. In the gospel we are presented with the scene at Calvary – the gift that Jesus gives from the Cross; giving his mother […]
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Acts 2:1-11 / Psalm 104 / 1 Corinthians 12:3-7,12-13 / John 20:19-23 Rev. Fr. Daniel Evbotokhai Today the Church celebrates Pentecost Sunday, the fiftieth day after Easter, the day the Holy Spirit descended upon the apostles with power, wind, and fire. Pentecost is the celebration of the birth of the Church and the renewal of […]
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𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐘 𝐅𝐈𝐑𝐌, 𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐘 𝐔𝐍𝐈𝐓𝐄𝐃 Acts 22:30-23:6-11; Psalm 16; John 17:20-26 Today’s readings reveal two important dimensions of Christian discipleship: perseverance in trials and unity in love. In the first reading, St. Paul faces division – the Pharisees and Sadducees; and threats because of his faith in Christ. Yet, the Lord appeared to him saying […]
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𝐅𝐀𝐑𝐄𝐖𝐄𝐋𝐋 𝐒𝐏𝐄𝐄𝐂𝐇 (𝐈𝐈) Acts 20:28-38; Psalm 68; John 17:11-19 Today’s readings are a continuation of the farewell speeches of Jesus and St. Paul. Their concern was faithfulness, unity, and the protection of God’s people, not fame, wealth, and other ephemera. Saint Paul warned the elders of Ephesus to remain vigilant because “fierce wolves” would come […]