Ziad K. Abdrlnour's saying is a great conversation starter for exploring the Second Kwanzaa principle, Kujichagulia. Ziad says, “For those who understand, no explanation is needed. For those who do not understand, no explanation is possible.” However, when it comes to Kwanzaa, it's not about whether an explanation is possible, but rather about the need for one. This is even interesting on this second day of Kwanzaa when we celebrate the self-determination of black people. For those who haven't experienced Kwanzaa, it's a beautiful annual celebration from December 26th to January 1st. During this time, black families, communities, and allies, mainly in the Americas, reflect on their rich past, present, and future histories and celebrate the vibrant and diverse Pan-African cultural and spiritual heritages. This week-long celebration is a chance to celebrate the dynamic and diverse Pan-African cultural and spiritual heritages and to rediscover their roots.
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Depuis que j’ai fait la connaissance de la spiritualité autochtone du Canada, je n’ai jamais cessé d’être émerveillé par la profondeur de l’expérience spirituelle de mes amis du nord. Au début, ce n’était pas du tout facile. Pourtant, grâce à mes expériences antérieures, je suis devenu très familier avec certains de leurs concepts spirituels.
Today's Gospel presents a revolutionary Mary who defied the odds of her religious tradition and emerged victorious. How can this come about since I am a virgin? If Mary lived in the present-day religious setup, she would have been condemned by all the bishops' conferences and Christian religious traditions. We don't see this point clearly today because, for some reason, Christian tradition has transformed Mary's FIAT into a mere wish, disempowering women in the Christian tradition. However, it was not always like this. clothing.
As the social media buzzes with Pope Francis’s reform of the Church, I am reminded of the words of Gamaliel, a wise …
Have you heard of the Igbo tradition that if cows are not given during the burial ceremonies of our ancestors, they might …
As we celebrate Christ the King, we should reflect on what it means for Christ to be the King of the universe …
Nigerian politicians should be grateful to Christianity, Islam and our modern traditional religious practices that promise people hope for a better life …
What if Nero didn’t fiddle while Rome Burned? Some critics contest the famous saying that while Rome burned, Nero fiddled, but the …
La deuxième journée du symposium international de la Missiologie qui a lieu à Manoir d’Youville a été consacrée au témoignage missionnaire. C’était …
Les représentants nationaux des Œuvres Pontificales Missionnaires se rassemblent au Manoir d’Youville, Châteauguay, du 24 au 26 octobre 2023, pour un symposium …
Le Manoir d’Youville, Châteauguay, accueille plus de soixante missionnaires venant de plus de 20 pays différents, réunis sous la bannière des Œuvres …
When I contemplate our present-day religious leaders, I am reminded of the lamplighters of the Little Prince. Although our religious doctrines and …
L'exhortation apostolique, Laudate Deum, est une recommandation que le Pape François adresse aux fidèles concernant la crise climatique. Cette exhortation publiée le 4 octobre 2023 à la fête du Saint-François d’Assise est un constat que le Pape fait sur notre inaction commune face à la catastrophe climatique qui nous guette. [...] « Nos réactions sont insuffisantes alors que le monde qui nous accueille s’effrite et s’approche peut-être d’un point de rupture. » (2). ... Dorénavant, les humains doivent embrasser leurs vulnérabilités en mettant « fin à l’idée d’un être humain autonome, tout-puissant et illimité » afin de se réconcilier avec le monde qui l’accueille (69). « Louez Dieu » car, être humain qui prétend prendre la place de Dieu devient le pire danger pour lui-même
Nigeria is a key player in the present struggle for global market control. No one buttresses this fact better than the director of Jack Ryan. No wonder Lukas Ettin positioned Nigeria at the centre of the final season of Jack Ryan. In this fourth season, the entire plot is woven around a triad of criminal gangs fighting to control the market flow of drugs and illicit business. The situation has degenerated to the point of jeopardizing the credibility of the CIA. However, what is the rationale behind selecting Nigeria as the starting point for the final season of Clancy's Ryan Odyssey? Another way to put this question would be, how does Nigeria fit into the storyline of Jack Ryan. Jack Ryan in Nigerian and Global Market Control.
In today's reading (Joshua 3:7-10a, 11, 13-17), we witness Joshua stepping up confidently to take on the role of Moses. This follows yesterday's passage (Deut. 34:1-12), where we learned of Moses' passing and Joshua's appointment as his successor. Sequel to yesterday’s presentation, today, the narrator continues to present Joshua as the rightful successor of Moses. And not only that he succeeds Moses, but he is now assuming his responsibility by taking the Israelites to the promised land. Today's reading is interesting because it shows Joshua leading the people across the Jordan, similar to how Moses led them across the Red Sea. However, there is a beautiful shift in how the event unfolds. In Moses' case…
