Trusting In God’s Abundance

07-28-2024Weekly ReflectionFr. Augustine Acheme, VC

This Sunday’s readings beautifully illustrate the theme of God’s abundant provision and our call to trust in His generosity. Through the stories of Elisha, Paul’s exhortation, and the miracle of the loaves and fishes, we are reminded of the boundless ways God meets our needs and exceeds our expectations.

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Compassionate Leadership: Shepherding With Christ’s Heart

07-21-2024Weekly ReflectionFr. Augustine Acheme, VC

This Sunday’s readings highlight the theme of compassionate leadership and the call to shepherd with Christ’s heart. Through the words of Jeremiah, Paul, and the Gospel of Mark, we are invited to reflect on the qualities of a true shepherd and the divine compassion that should guide our actions. In the first reading, the prophet Jeremiah delivers a stern message to the negligent leaders of Israel: “Woe to the shepherds who mislead and scatter the flock of my pasture” (Jer 23:1).

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Trusting in God's Provision

07-14-2024Weekly ReflectionFr. Augustine Acheme, VC

This Sunday’s readings highlight the call to mission and the unwavering trust in God’s provision. Through the examples of Amos, Paul, and the Apostles, we see a powerful message: when God calls, He also provides.

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Prophets In A Prophetic Church

07-07-2024Weekly ReflectionFr. James Aboyi, VC

“Hard of face and obstinate of heart are they to whom I am sending you. But you shall say to them: Thus says the LORD GOD! And whether they heed or resist, for they are a rebellious house, they shall know that a prophet has been among them” (Ez 2:4-5). This closing statement in the first reading today captures the central message that runs through our scripture readings today, which is the challenges of our roles as prophets belonging to a prophetic Church.

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