Joyeuses Pâques à vous tous ! Le Christ est ressuscité ! Il est vraiment ressuscité. Désormais, il est vivant, car la mort n’a pas eu le dernier mot sur lui. Frères et sœurs, permettez-moi de vous raconter ce qui m’a habité pendant que nous célébrions la messe de la résurrection d’aujourd’hui. C’est le danger du […]
Enugu-Ezike is a town in southeastern Nigeria, boasting a rich cultural heritage. However, in recent years, there have been significant changes in the town’s religious landscape. Certain Christian groups and leaders have taken it upon themselves to remove traditional worship centers, cut down sacred trees, and transform the sacred forests that were once prevalent in […]
At Saint-Paul University in Ottawa, a new dialogue circle focusing on coexistence has seen the light of the day. It was a beautiful day, almost like every other one, except that a new down was birthing for a dialogue circle on coexistence. The group includes students, professors, and workers who believe diversity is beautiful and a valuable aspect of coexistence.
Kwanzaa's fourth principle is Ujamaa, which emphasizes the importance of cooperative economics. It encourages us to work together to establish and sustain our own businesses, stores, and shops and to share the profits equitably. This principle is a cornerstone of our community's efforts to promote economic empowerment and self-sufficiency. On this fourth day, I want to reflect on one of my childhood memories that express the adage of my people: “ngwụzo ọrụ…
On the second day of Kwanzaa, we celebrate the principle of Ujima, which means "Collective Work and Responsibility" in Swahili. This principle emphasizes the importance of working together as a community and taking shared responsibility for the well-being of each other. The principle of Ujima is based on the idea that we are all connected, and by working together, we can build and maintain a stronger and healthier community. It encourages us…
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…
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…
As the social media buzzes with Pope Francis’s reform of the Church, I am reminded of the words of Gamaliel, a wise man: “But if it is from God, you will not be able to stop these men; you will only find yourselves fighting against God.” (Acts 5:39). The Wisdom of Gameliel Indeed, when the […]
Have you heard of the Igbo tradition that if cows are not given during the burial ceremonies of our ancestors, they might take revenge against their offspring? I find this tradition ridiculous. Hear me out! If you have the financial means, you could even kill elephants for your ancestors. This would allow the whole village […]
