Pull down the castles of sin!
Friday of the Tenth Week in Ordinary Time, Year II. Reflection by Rev Fr Oselumhense Anetor (Uromi Diocese) I Kings 19:9,11-16; Matt.5:27-32 Today marriages continue to break down, and vows of faithfulness are trampled under foot. What about vows of…
Be reconciled with your brother (sister)!
Thursday of the Tenth Week in Ordinary Time. Year II (St. Anthony of Padua, Priest/Doctor). Reflection by Rev. Fr. Oselumhense Anetor (Uromi Diocese) 1 Kgs.18:41-46; Ps.65; Matt.5:20-26 No one likes lip service, least of all, God. Pleasing God means we…
Kidnappers in Esan North East: The Testimony of an Ex Armed Robber
Recently, I wrote an article On Kidnappings in Esan Land, Vigilante Politics, and the role of Traditional Rulers. One of my recommendations in that article was that all hands must be on deck so that we can focus on the common enemy of INSECURITY. I…
On Kidnappings in Esan Land, Vigilante Politics, and the role of Traditional Rulers
It is clear from my topic that I’ll attempt to address a hydra headed issue here, not as an insider with exhaustive knowledge of the facts at play, but as a researcher interested in the common good and the peaceful resolution of the escalating…
Immaculate Heart of Mary
Saturday of the Ninth Week in Ordinary Time. Year II (Immaculate Heart of Mary). Reflection by Rev Fr Oselumhense Anetor (Uromi Diocese) Immaculate heart of Mary!2 Tim. 4:1-8; Luke 2:41-51 Perhaps one of the first things we learn about Mary’s heart…
WHEN WILL THIS PRIEST BECOME A BISHOP?
In a recent Facebook post I made announcing the appointment of a new rector of a major seminary in Nigeria, one lay Catholic commented, “He is carrying bishop looks already.” I read the comment, shook my head, and wondered: How does a bishop look? How do…
Solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus. The HEART that beats LOVE
The heart that beats LOVE!Hosea 11:1, 3-4, 8c-9; Ephesians 3:8-12, 14-19; Matthew 5:20-26 Devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus was highly encouraged by mediaeval mystics; and particularly promoted by St Gertrude, St Margaret Mary Alacoque,…
Today’s Reflection: The Fuel called Love!
The fuel called love!2 Tim. 2:8-15; Mark 12:28-34 Imagine the world without love; preachers preaching out of force of habit, not out of love for God or for His people. Imagine making tremendous sacrifices everyday just to prove a point to others, not out…
BLOOD ON THE ALTAR
“The Lord be with you!” The young priest said in a loud voice. “And with your spirit”, we chorused. “And May the Almighty God bless you, the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.” My ‘Amen’ was probably the loudest…
Today’s Reflection: St Boniface, Bishop/Martyr
Wednesday of the Ninth Week in Ordinary Time. Year II (St Boniface, Bishop/Martyr). Reflection by Rev Fr Oselumhense Anetor (Uromi Diocese) Don’t be a ‘back row’ Christian!2 Tim. 1:1-3,6-12; Mark 12:18-27 There are those who never take…