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Nativity Message from His Eminence Metropolitan Nicholas of Eastern America and New York, First Hierarch of the Russian Church Outside Russia

Editorial Team5 months ago5 months ago06 mins

Dear esteemed brother-archpastors, honorable fathers, Beloved brothers, sisters, and children in Christ! With great joy in the Newborn Christ, I extend my greetings to my brother-archpastors, esteemed fathers, monastics, and all the devoted faithful of the Russian Church Abroad on the occasion of Christ’s Nativity, a moment of salvation for the world, along with the…

The Epiphany: A Revelation of Christ to the Nations

Joe Udo5 months ago5 months ago04 mins

The Solemnity of the Epiphany invites us to reflect on the manifestation of Christ as the light of the world. Today’s readings—Isaiah 60:1-6, Psalm 72, Ephesians 3:2-3, 5-6, and Matthew 2:1-12—illuminate the mystery of God’s revelation, fulfilled in the appearance of Jesus, the child born on Christmas Day. In the Gospel, the Magi’s journey to…

Profile & Biography

Saint Gregory Nazianzen Biography

Joe Udo5 months ago5 months ago02 mins

St. Gregory Nazianzen, also known as Gregory the Theologian, was a 4th-century theologian and Church Father renowned for his contributions to Christian doctrine and his defence of orthodoxy. Baptised at the age of 30, he initially pursued a monastic life alongside his close friend, St. Basil the Great. However, family obligations drew him away to…

Daily Journey with Saints: Inspiration for 2025

Joe Udo5 months ago5 months ago05 mins

As we embrace 2025, a unique and transformative New Year’s resolution could be the practice of engaging with the lives of saints daily. This spiritual journey offers an opportunity to explore the rich tapestry of Church history, gain inspiration from remarkable figures, and connect with their enduring relevance in today’s world. Discovering Saints Beyond the…

Jesus Was Black In Africa Before He Became White

Joe Udo6 months ago6 months ago06 mins

The widespread image of Jesus Christ as a blue-eyed, blond-haired figure is a relatively modern interpretation. Long before this depiction gained prominence, African Christianity portrayed Jesus in ways that aligned with the continent’s own cultural and historical narratives. This alternative representation is exemplified by the Ethiopian Orthodox Church, whose rich Christian heritage dates back to…

50 Best Merry Christmas Wishes and Christmas Quotes

Frank Ulom6 months ago6 months ago07 mins

50 Best Merry Christmas Wishes and Christmas Quotes Here are 50 Best Merry Christmas Wishes and Christmas Quotes divided into two sections: 25 Wishes and 25 Quotes for ease of use. 25 Merry Christmas Wishes 1. Wishing you a season filled with warmth, joy, and laughter. Merry Christmas! 2. May your Christmas be as magical…

Syria Declares Christmas Holidays Amid Protests Over Oppression of Christians

Editorial Team6 months ago6 months ago01 mins

Damascus, Syria – Authorities in Syria have declared December 25 and 26 official holidays for state employees to coincide with Catholic Christmas celebrations. But essential government services will continue. The decision follows peaceful protests in Damascus and nearby Christian neighbourhoods over the oppression of Christians in Syria. The protests were sparked by the burning of…

Archbishop Josef Bassey Calls for Alms Giving, Prayers in Cross River During Christmas

Frank Ulom6 months ago6 months ago02 mins

Calabar, Nigeria – The Archbishop of Calabar, His Eminence Archbishop Josef Bassey, has urged residents of Cross River State to celebrate the holiday and Christmas season with reverence for God and a commitment to doing good to all. The call was made over the weekend during the conclusion of a 21-day covenant invocation ceremony aimed…

Is There A Correlation Between The Time Of Year/Christmas And People Seeking Action/Justice?

Editorial Team6 months ago6 months ago05 mins

By Margaret Akpa Esq The stress of the Christmas and holiday season often brings Financial stress, missing loved ones, and there are many common reasons why people experience what we call the “Christmas Blues.” The holiday season is often the most emotionally loaded time of the year since people are usually free from work, so…

Christians call for “Boycott the Olympics” over mocking of Last Supper

Frank Ulom11 months ago05 mins

Christians all over the world are calling for the 2024 Olympics currently holding in Paris, France, to be boycotted. This is so as the opening ceremony and other events were made to mock the Christian faith, using gays, drag queens, paedophiles, and in short, LGBTQ characters to replace Jesus Christ and his disciples during the…

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