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2025-08-25 - Gods blessings to Naomi and her Daughter in Law Ruth Author: Fr. Francis Onwunali

The readings of this last day of the week highlight that true respect for God inclines us to humble ourselves and to submit to his wisdom and guidance. We cannot be taught by God unless we first learn to listen to his word and then obey his instruction.
   The first reading (Ruth 2: 1-3, 8-11; 4: 13-17) recounts God's blessings to Naomi and her daughter in - law, Ruth. Naomi in her widowhood and Ruth in her childlessness  still believed and trusted in the Lord. God eventually blessed Ruth and her husband Boaz with a child whom they called Obed (servant of God), the father of Jesse, the father of David from whom the Messiah came to us. God blesses those who put their trust in Himself.
   In the gospel (Matthew 23: 1 -12), Jesus addresses the hypocrisy of the religious leaders of His time; their actions were not in tandem with what they preached. Jesus also called His disciples to teach them privately and instrusted them to honour those in Authority.
   Dear friends, power and authority are different: power is often propelled by selfishness, but authority, on the other hand, is service oriented. What is it that  moves you into action, and how do you respond when your authority is questioned?
   I pray as we journey in life today, we will put all our trust in God, and "those who put their trust in the Lord are like mount Zion that cannot be shaken but endures forever" (Ps 125: 1). May we be more selfless and humble in our relationship with God and neighbour. Have a trust-full day!



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From The Chancery   Dear Brothers, happy weekend! You would recall that during the last Bishop's/Priests' Meeting, the Bishop directed that the entire diocese of Umuahia should be observing a one week prayer for *Peace* in Igbo land. I am happy to inform you that, following the directive of His Lordship, the seven days prayers will begin on the 9th of August, and end on the solemnity of Our Lady's Assumption (15th of August), 2026. Take note of the following, please: 1) Take time to explain to your parishioners about the importance of the one week of prayers. 2) Draw their attention to the fact that this is directed by the Bishop himself. 3) Remember that it is a daily evening program. 4) The color to wear is black. 5) The day begins with Rosary procession and concludes with holy Mass. 6) All are advised to make sacrifices during those days.   Do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions regarding the program. Thanks for your usual understanding and positive cooperation.   Rev Henry Maduka

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logoThe Diocese of Umuahia was erected on June 23, 1958 with Most Rev. Anthony Gogo Nwaedo C.S.Sp. as its first Bishop and Most Rev Lucius Iwejuru Ugorji as the second Bishop. The diocese was carved out from the then Diocese of Owerri. Since its inception, two other dioceses: Okigwe (1981) and Aba (1990) have been excised from it. Its present area of about 2,460.40km2 spans six Local Government Areas: Umuahia North, Umuahia South, Ikwuano, Bende, Ohafia and Arochukwu.

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