He Gave His Life For Me And For You

Operation Know Your Faith: Friends Please, What Is The Name Of This Vestment And Who Is Wearing It?

*STOP CLAIMING A MEMBERSHIP WHEN YOU CANNOT CONTRIBUTE TO THE SUCCESS OF THAT STRUCTURE YOU ARE IN. (BE IT C0MMUNITY, UNION, CLUB, ASSOCIATION E.T.C.)*👇👇👇👇👇👇👇👇 👇
*Life is a circle of CONTRIBUTIONS*

*I contribute.*
*You contribute.*
*We contribute.*

*When any party ceases to contribute, the circle will be broken and leakages will be discovered.*

*Whatever you are enjoying today is someone else's contribution.*

*Whatever you are lacking today is because someone who is suppose to contribute didn't.*

*Don't be that person, who because he refuses to contribute, causes leakages to the circle.*
*Every person on earth is here to contribute to make the world a better place.*

*Contribution is the essence of living.*

*You can contribute anything useful.*
*You can contribute in knowledge, in understanding, in wisdom, in love, in peace, in resources, and in finances.*
*Also, You can contribute physically, spiritually, intellectually, financially, morally etc.*

*When you contribute, people will eat, when people contribute you will eat.*

*_Ask yourself:_*

*What is my contribution in that place that I am?*
*What have you contributed to make progress?*
*What is lacking as a result of your refusal to contribute?*
*What is the way forward?*
*The answer explains the scarcity or abundance in that place.*

*Your presence is irrelevant if you have nothing to contribute.*

*_Contribution is the way to go...*_

*In the church or mosque, contribute...*

*In the organisation that you are, contribute...*

*In the school, contribute...*

*In the house, contribute...*
*In the market, contribute....*

*In the society, contribute...*

*In the village, contribute...*

*In the community, contribute...*

*In the family, contribute...*

*In your street, contribute...*

*In your Club/Union/ GYM contribute...*

*Everywhere try and contribute...*

*We all have something to contribute*

*Contribute in Love...*

*Instead of complaining, contribute.*

*Instead of destructive criticism, contribute.*

*Instead of being embittered, contribute.*

*Instead of watching, contribute.*

*Contribution is the right use of energy...*

*Nobody destroys where he has contributed to build.*

*THE WORLD WILL BE WORTH LIVING IF EVERYONE CONTRIBUTES MEANINGFULLY.*
*May GOD bless us all*.

Episcopal Ordination! Episcopal Ordination!! Episcopal Ordination!!!

We The Entire Catholic Diocese Of Maiduguri Cordially Invite U All To The Episcopal Ordination Of Monsignor Dr. John Bogna Bakeni As The First Auxiliary Bishop Of Maiduguri Diocese.

Date: Thursday 7th July 2022.
Venue: St Patrick's Catholic Cathedral.
Time: 9am.

Be Our Guest!!!

THE NUNCIOS IN THE MOST HOLY CATHOLIC CHURCH:

1. WHO IS AN APOSTOLIC NUNCIO IN THE CATHOLIC CHURCH?

An apostolic nuncio also known as a papal nuncio or simply as a nuncio is an ecclesiastical diplomat, serving as an envoy or a permanent diplomatic representative of the Holy See to a country or to an international organization. A papal Nuncio is an ambassador of the Holy see to another country.

A nuncio is appointed by the Pope and represents the Holy See, and is the head of the diplomatic mission, called an Apostolic Nunciature, which is the equivalent of an embassy. An Apostolic Nuncio is usually an Archbishop.

2. SO A NUNCIO IS AN AMBASSADOR?

An apostolic nuncio is generally equivalent in rank to that of ambassador extraordinary although in Catholic countries the nuncio often ranks above ambassadors from other countries in diplomatic protocol. A nuncio performs the same functions as an ambassador and has the same diplomatic privileges. Under the 1961 Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations, to which the Holy See is a member, a nuncio is an ambassador like those from any other country.

The Vienna Convention allows a country to grant seniority of precedence to the nuncio over others of ambassadorial rank accredited to the same country, and may grant the deanship of that country's diplomatic corps to the nuncio regardless of seniority. That is , papal ambassadors are expected to be the leader of all other ambassadors in the countries they are sent.

3. DOES NUNCIOS HAS OTHER FUNCTIONS APART FROM BEING AMBASSADORS?

Nuncios serves as the liaison between the Holy See and the Church in that particular nation they are posted to, supervising the diocesan episcopate (usually a national or multinational conference of bishops which has its own chairman, elected by its members). The nuncio has an important role in the selection of bishops in the country he is working.

4. WHAT IS HOLY SEE?

The Holy See is the name given to the government of the Roman Catholic Church, which is led by the pope as the bishop of Rome. As such, the Holy See’s authority extends over Catholics throughout the world.

5. IS THERE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN HOLY SEE AND VATICAN CITY?

The Holy See is legally distinct from the Vatican City. It is the central governing body of the worldwide Catholic Church, headquartered in the Vatican City. So, Vatican City is used when referring to a country while Holy See is used when referring to the area governed by the Bishop of Rome, which includes the Vatican and the entire Catholic across the world.

6. DO YOU KNOW THAT THE CATHOLIC CHURCH HAS THREE NUNCIOS FROM NIGERIA?

yes. They are:

1. Archbishop Jude Thadeus Okolo from Nnewi Diocese, Anambra state. He is the Apostolic Nuncio to Czech republic.

2. Archbishop Fortunatus Nwachukwu from Aba Diocese, Abia state. He is the Permanent Observer of the Holy See to the United Nations in Geneva.

3. Archbishop Brain Udaigwe from Orlu Diocese, Imo state. He is the Apostolic Nuncio to Sri Lanka.

WHAT HAPPENS DURING THE EASTER VIGIL IN THE CATHOLIC CHURCH?

INTRODUCTION
The rubrics of the Missale Romanum remind us that this "mother of all vigils" is the "greatest and most noble of all solemnities and it is to be unique in every single Church" ( Missale Romanum, "Rubrics for the Easter Vigil" (EV), no.2).

WHAT IS THE EASTER VIGIL?
The Easter Vigil is the high point of the Easter triduum celebrating the passion and resurrection of Jesus. With a rich display of symbols, rites and readings, the church in worship expresses her faith in the mystery that brings her into being.

ELEMENTS OF THE EASTER VIGIL AND THEIR SIGNIFICANCE.

FIRST PART: THE LITURGY OF LIGHT (LUCERNARIUM)
The Vigil service begins outside the church around a large fire. This new fire symbolizes the radiance of the Risen Christ dispelling the darkness of sin and death. The Paschal candle is blessed and then lit. This Paschal candle will be used throughout the season of Easter, remaining in the sanctuary of the church or near the lectern, and throughout the coming year at baptisms and funerals, reminding all, that Christ is “light and life.”

Once the candle has been lit there follows the ancient and dramatic rite of the Lucernarium, in which the candle is carried by a priest through the nave of the darkened church, stopping three times to chant an acclamation such as ‘Christ our Light’ to which the assembly responds ‘Thanks be to God.’ As the candle proceeds through the church, the baptized light their candles from the flame of the Paschal candle. As this symbolic “Light of Christ” spreads throughout those gathered, the darkness is dispersed.

Once the procession has reached the sanctuary of the altar, with the church lit only by candle light, the deacon then chants the “Easter Proclamation” (also called the Exsultet, from its first word in Latin, “Rejoice”), an ancient hymn that speaks of the many mysteries of this night.

SECOND PART: LITURGY OF THE WORD
One of the unique aspects of the Easter Vigil is the recounting of the outstanding deeds of the history of salvation. These deeds are related in seven readings from the Old Testament chosen from the law and the prophets and two readings from the New Testament, namely from the apostles and from the gospel.

Each reading is followed by a psalm and a prayer relating what has been read in the Old Testament to the Mystery of Christ. After these readings conclude, the Gloria is sung for the first time since before Lent, and the church bells and the organ, silent since that point on Holy Thursday, are sounded again .

THIRD PART: THE BAPTISMAL LITURGY
People desiring to full initiation in the Church who have completed their formation are formally initiated as members of the faith the Church through the Sacraments of Initiation (Baptism, Confirmation, and the Holy Eucharist.

This is the liturgy at which all those who have been preparing to join the Church, or to complete their sacraments as older children or adults, are initiated into the Christian community. The celebration of Baptism (for those who were not Christian) or a Profession of Faith (for those Christians already baptized in a Protestant tradition who are becoming Catholic) and Confirmation takes place at this time. Later on in the Mass, the neophytes, as they are now called, will receive their First Communion.

FOURTH PART: THE LITURGY OF THE EUCHARIST
The liturgy draws to its culmination and conclusion with the celebration of the holy Eucharist, in which the newly baptized will partake for the first time. For the Eucharist is the paschal mystery in its essence.

CONCLUSION
On this holy night, the Church keeps watch, celebrating the resurrection of Christ in the sacraments and awaiting his return in glory. It is the turning point of the Triduum, the Passover of the new covenant, which marks Christ's passage from death to life.

Thanks And Happy Easter Celebration To Us All...

GOOD FRIDAY OF THE LORD’S PASSION - THE SEVEN LAST WORDS OF JESUS

Ponder today, this dark day, the final words of Jesus. The Holy Scripture records seven last statements, or the “Seven Last Words.” Take each phrase and spend time with it. Seek the deeper spiritual meaning for your life.

1. “FATHER, FORGIVE THEM, FOR THEY KNOW NOT WHAT THEY DO.”

Jesus’ forgiveness of others was radical and to a degree never seen before. While hanging on the Cross and enduring the cruelty of others, Jesus spoke words of forgiveness. He forgave them in the midst of His persecution.

What’s more is that He even acknowledged that those crucifying Him were not fully responsible. They clearly did not know what they were doing. This humble acknowledgment of Jesus shows the depth of His tender mercy. It reveals He died not in anger or resentment, but in willing sacrifice.

Can you say these words? Can you call to mind the person who has hurt you and pray that the Father forgives them? Leave judgment to God and offer mercy and forgiveness.

2. “I ASSURE YOU, TODAY YOU WILL BE WITH ME IN PARADISE.”

What a consolation it must have been for the good thief to hear these words. He must have been experiencing a certain despair in life at that moment as he, along side of Jesus, was dying on a cross. What a gift it was to be there next to the Savior of the World, sharing in the sufferings of Christ in such a real way. And this man was privileged to be among the first to receive this gift of salvation won by Jesus on the Cross.

Jesus offers us the same assurance. He offers salvation to us beginning today. And He offers it to us in the midst of our own suffering and sin. Can you hear Him offer you this gift of mercy? Can you hear Him invite you to share His gift of everlasting life? Let Him speak this invitation to you and let the eternal life of paradise begin to take hold more deeply today in your soul.

3. “WOMAN, BEHOLD YOUR SON.”

What a gift! Here, dying on the Cross, Jesus entrusted His own mother to John. And in so doing, He entrusted her to each one of us. Our unity with Jesus makes us a member of His family and, thus, sons and daughters of His own mother. Our Blessed Mother accepts this responsibility with great joy. She embraces us and holds us close.

Do you accept Jesus’ mother as your own spiritual mother? Have you fully consecrated yourself to her? Doing so will place you under her mantle of protection and love.

4. “MY GOD, MY GOD, WHY HAVE YOU FORSAKEN ME?”

Jesus was not abandoned but He allowed Himself to feel and experience this complete loss of the Father in His human nature. He felt the deep experience of despair. He allowed Himself to know and experience the effects of sin. Therefore, He knows what we go through when we despair. He knows what it feels like. And He is there with us in those temptations enabling us to press on through any despair toward total faith and trust in the Father.

5. “I THIRST.”

What a meaningful statement. He thirsted physically at that moment for water to quench His dehydration. But more than that, He thirsted spiritually for the salvation of all of our souls. Jesus’ spirit still longs for this gift of salvation. He longs to call us His children. He thirsts for our love.

Ponder Jesus saying these words to you. “I thirst for you!” He says. It is a deep and burning thirst for your love. You satiate Jesus’ thirst by returning that love. Satiate His thirst this Good Friday by giving Him your love.

6. “FATHER, INTO YOUR HANDS I COMMEND MY SPIRIT.”

These are the words we need to pray more than any. These are the words of complete surrender to God. Prayer is ultimately about one thing. It’s about surrender. It’s about trust. Say these words over and over today and let this perfect surrender of Jesus Christ also be your surrender.

Surrender means God is in control. It means that we let go of our own will and choose only God’s. And it means that God pledges to accept our surrender and guide us into the perfect plan He has in mind for us.

7. “IT IS FINISHED.”

It’s significant that He said “It is finished” as His last words. What does this mean? What is finished?

This spiritual statement from Jesus is one that affirms that His mission of the redemption of the whole world is accomplished. “It” refers to His perfect sacrifice of love offered for all of us. His death, which we commemorate today, is the perfect sacrifice which takes away the sins of all. What a gift! And what a sacrifice Jesus endured for us!

We are used to seeing this sacrifice on the Cross. We ponder this sacrifice every time we look at the crucifix. But it is important to note that our over-familiarity with the Cross can tempt us to lose sight of the sacrifice. It’s easy for us to miss what Jesus actually did for us. He accomplished the act that saves us and He is now offering it to us. Let this completed act of Divine Mercy pe*****te your soul. He desires to say that His sacrifice has “finished” its work in your soul.

So today, on this Good Friday, it would be good if we spent the day pondering the reality of Jesus’s sacrifice. Try to understand what it was like for God Himself to suffer and die. Contemplate what it was like for God Himself, the Creator of all things, to be put to death by those whom He created, to suffer at the hands of those whom He loved with a perfect love.

Understanding Jesus’ sacrificial love will enable us to love as He did. It will enable us to love those who also have hurt us and those who too also persecuted us. His love is total. It is generousity Is beyond description.

Thanks.