SATURDAY OF THE WORD OF GOD (SATWOG SEPTEMBER, 16TH, 2023) INSPIRING REFLECTIONS OF MEMBERS

LAITY REFLECTIONS FOR THE 24TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME, YEAR A

First Reading: Sirach 27:30-28:7

Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 103:1-2;3-4;9-10;11-12 (R.8)

Second Reading: Romans 14:7-9

Gospel Acclamation: John 13:34

Gospel: Matthew 18:21-35

SOLEMNIZATION OF HOLY MATRIMONY OF MR. & MRS. PATRICK ANYANWU

SOLEMNIZATION OF HOLY MATRIMONY OF MR. & MRS. PATRICK ANYANWU

On the 9th of September, 2023, two wonderful souls, Mr. Patrick Anyanwu and his lovely wife, Blessing were joined together in Holy Matrimony at St. Joseph RC Church, Oakham Station Road, Oakham, Rutland. It was a success as they both professed their vows to one another.

We felicitate with them and we pray that their journey together be filled with boundless love, support, fruitfulness and countless cherished memories. As they embark on this new chapter, may their love continue to grow stronger with each passing day, Amen.

To share in their joy, I invite you to view the attached images from their wedding ceremony, and offer up prayers to God on behalf of the newly wedded couple.

Congratulations Mr. & Mrs. Patrick Anyanwu.

Shalom!

Fada CJay

~ Spiritual Director

SATURDAY OF THE WORD OF GOD (SATWOG SEPTEMBER, 9TH, 2023) INSPIRING REFLECTIONS OF MEMBERS

LAITY REFLECTIONS FOR THE 23RD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME, YEAR A

First Reading: Ezekiel 33:7-9
Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 95:1-2;6-7abc;7d-9 (R. 7d,8a)
Second Reading: Romans 13:8-10
Gospel Acclamation: 2 Corinthians 5:19
Gospel: Matthew 18:15-20

FINAL RELIGIOUS PROFESSION OF BRO. CHIMA KENNETH CHINECHEREM, CMF

FINAL RELIGIOUS PROFESSION OF BRO. CHIMA KENNETH CHINECHEREM, CMF

To the glory of God, the Final Religious Profession of Bro. Chima Kenneth Chinecherem, CMF, was held yesterday, 8th September, 2023 at St. Anthony Mary Claret Parish Area A New Owerri, Imo State and it was a resounding success! It was truly a momentous occasion as he made his definitive and solemn profession of the evangelical counsels.

To share in the joyous moment with all of you, I invite you to view the attached images capturing the highlights of the event. 

As you look upon these images, let us offer our heartfelt congratulations to Bro. Chima Kenneth Chinecherem, CMF for his outstanding decision to follow Christ more closely and definitively. 

Your presence here, both physically and through your prayers, has been crucial in supporting him on this religious path/vocation.

We are confident that with our continued prayers and encouragement, Bro. Kenneth will be guided by the grace of final perseverance in his vocation. 

Once again, congratulations to Br. Chima Kenneth Chinecherem, CMF, on his decision and bold step in the religious life! May the good Lord continually bless and grant him the grace of final perseverance. Amen. 

Shalom!

Fada CJay
~ Spiritual Director

SATURDAY OF THE WORD OF GOD (SATWOG SEPTEMBER, 2ND, 2023) INSPIRING REFLECTIONS OF MEMBERS

 

LAITY REFLECTIONS FOR THE 22ND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME, YEAR A

First Reading: Jeremiah 20:7-9
Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 63:2;3-4;5-6;8-9 (R. cf 2ab)
Second Reading: Romans 12:1-2
Gospel Acclamation: Ephesians 1:17-18
Gospel: Matthew 16:21-27

SOLEMN PROFESSION OF VOWS OF SR. ANASTASIA MARY EKEZIE

Sr. Anastasia Mary Ekezie

SOLEMN PROFESSION OF VOWS OF SR. ANASTASIA MARY EKEZIE

To the glory of God, the Perpetual Profession of Sr. Anastasia Mary Ekezie was held yesterday, 1st September, 2023 at Immaculate Conception Cathedral, Auchi, Edo State, and it was a resounding success! It was truly a momentous occasion as she made her definitive and solemn profession of the evangelical counsels.

To share in the joyous moment with all of you, I invite you to view the attached images capturing the highlights of the event. 

As you look upon these images, let us offer our heartfelt congratulations to Sr. Anastasia Mary Ekezie for her outstanding decision to follow Christ more closely and definitively by embracing the solemn profession of the vows. 

Your presence here, both physically and through your prayers, has been crucial in supporting her on this religious path.

We are confident that with our continued prayers and encouragement, Sr. Anastasia will be guided by the grace of final perseverance in her religious life. 

Once again, congratulations to Sr. Anastasia Mary Ekezie, on her decision and bold step in the religious life! May the good Lord continually bless and grant her the grace of final perseverance. Amen. 

Shalom!

Fada CJay

~ Spiritual Director

SATURDAY OF THE WORD OF GOD (SATWOG AUGUST 26TH, 2023) INSPIRING REFLECTIONS OF MEMBERS

LAITY REFLECTIONS FOR THE 21ST SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME, YEAR A

First Reading: Isaiah 22:19-23
Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 138:1-2a.2bcd-3.6 and 8bc (R. 8bc)
Second Reading: Romans 11:33-36
Gospel Acclamation: Matthew 16:18
Gospel: Matthew 16:13-20

SOCIAL FRIDAY (Celebrating Our August Celebrants Across The Forums)

At OCCF, we celebrate our members' collectively at the end of the month, collate their intentions and have our Spiritual Director (Fr. Chinaka Justin Mbaeri, OSJ) and his Assistant (Fr. Toby Ndiukwu) offer the Holy Mass for them.

We wish them many happy and fruitful returns...

Parabéns, dear members, and many blessings!

Fr. Chinaka Justin Mbaeri, OSJ
Spiritual Director
(On behalf of OCCF Council)

SATURDAY OF THE WORD OF GOD (SATWOG AUGUST 19TH, 2023) INSPIRING REFLECTIONS OF MEMBERS

LAITY REFLECTIONS FOR THE 20TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME, YEAR A

First Reading: Isaiah 56:1;6-7

Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 67:2-3;5,6&8 (R. 4)

Second Reading: Romans 11:13-15;29-32

Gospel Acclamation: Matthew 4:23

Gospel: Matthew 15:21-28

SOLEMN PROFESSION OF VOWS OF SR. ANTHONIA MARY FUWA, EHJ

 

SOLEMN PROFESSION OF VOWS OF SR. ANTHONIA MARY FUWA, EHJ

To the glory of God, the Perpetual Profession of Sr. Anthonia Mary Fuwa, EHJ was held yesterday at St. John Igando, Lagos, and it was a resounding success! It was truly a momentous occasion as she made her definitive and solemn profession of the evangelical counsels.

I am pleased to inform you that Our Catholic Community Forum (OCCF) had the privilege of being represented by four delegates at the event. These awesome members of ours joined in prayer and celebration, standing beside Sr. Anthonia as she took this significant and life-changing step in her spiritual journey.

To share in the joyous moment with all of you, I invite you to view the attached images capturing the highlights of the event. 

As you look upon these images, let us offer our heartfelt congratulations to Sr. Anthonia Mary Fuwa for her outstanding decision to follow Christ more closely and definitively by embracing the solemn profession of the vows. 

Your presence here, both physically and through your prayers, has been crucial in supporting her on this religious path.

We are confident that with our continued prayers and encouragement, Sr. Anthonia will be guided by the grace of final perseverance in her religious life. 

Once again, congratulations to Sr. Anthonia Mary Fuwa, EHJ, on her decision and bold step in the religious life! May the good Lord continually bless and grant her the grace of final perseverance. Amen. 

Shalom!

Fada CJay

~ Spiritual Director