In our journey exploring First Indigenous Ceremonies, we begin with the Anishinaabe breathing ceremony, beautifully described by Ojibwe storyteller Richard Wagamese. Breath is more than biological—it is spiritual. This sacred ceremony connects us to the Creator, to all of creation, and the sacred rhythm of...
Can someone be both deeply Christian and deeply rooted in Indigenous spiritual traditions? This article explores how these two spiritual paths can coexist — not through compromise, but through relationship, ceremony, and mutual respect. This question still resonates: Can Indigenous spirituality...
A spiritual reflection honoring Pope Francis as a New World Ancestor within African traditions, recognizing his transition and eternal communion with the Creator.
A call to challenge the ongoing presence of Christ’s crucifixion in today’s world, challenging silent spirituality and calling for an active, living memorial that confronts injustice and suffering.
Every year during holy week, Christians around the world commemorate Jesus’ final days on earth, beginning with his triumphant entry into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday. In many parishes, this moment is not only remembered but brought to life through different sought...
“NA” is one of the most essential words in the Igbo language. Despite its apparent simplicity, “NA” plays a vital role in Igbo Grammar. It is written in different ways depending on its role in the sentence. NA bu otu n’ime mkpụrụ...
Luke 15:11-32 is traditionally known as the Parable of the Prodigal Son. It tells the story of a father and his two sons. The younger son, after claiming his share of the inheritance, travels to a distant land where he squanders...
The Alienation and the Creator’s Call to Sacred Spaces We’ve long neglected one vital aspect of theology: how our liturgical songs can alienate us from indigenous spiritual sources. Many fail to grasp the urgency of connecting to the Creator through ancestral...
Is Okeite Part of Igbo Religion? The Heart of the Debate Is Okeite part of the Igbo religion, or has it diverged from the traditions our ancestors left behind? This question is central to understanding recent tensions in Anambra State, where Governor Charles Chukwuma’s crackdown...
We All Need the Wisdom of African Traditional Religion African Traditional Religion (ATR) has recently been the subject of hot debate among young Nigerians on social media. The debate pits two groups against each other, both shaped by the void left...
