The word Triduum, is of Latin origin which means a period of three days. Thus, as a Catholic term, it is a period of three days that are of special character in the Church’s life. In these days, the Church celebrates its essence. These were the latter days of Christ’s life on earth in which …
The celebration of the Glorious resurrection of Christ, on Easter day, is preceded by certain ceremonies, events and celebrations that remind us of Christ’s ministry, rejection, betrayal, sorrowful passion and Death on the cross. All these, make up the season of Lent. Lent is a season in the calendar of the Catholic Church where in …
Have you seen it? Did you notice something odd in your parish today? ALL the statues and images including the crucifix (usually) stationed close to the altar have all been veiled with purple materials! It seems strange that during the most sacred time of the liturgical year we cover everything that is beautiful in our …
This is one of the biggest secrets I discovered this year that I am about to share with you. Believe what you are about to read and see your life change overnight. What is the secret? KNOWLEDGE! I know you have been told over and over again the importance of reading and acquiring knowledge. Please …
Matthew 24: 15, 19 “And to one he gave five talents, to another two, and to another one, to each according to his own ability; and immediately he went on a journey. After a long time the lord of those servants came and settled accounts with them.” Short as that passage may be, it holds …
What I am about to share will bring deliverance to someone. It will not only make you fearless but also fortify you against the arrows of death. What I am sharing with you is not just what I read in a book or was taught, but it is a result of an encounter/personal dealing with …
If you get captivated by the topic, it is an indication that you have, like many, including myself been wondering how people fall and how one can be steadfast in Christ. One of the frequent questions young believers ask is, how they can be born again and not backslide. It is not as though only …
Nowadays, many people lose their religious devotion and piety, while some others become demoralized. Some also, on a serious note, threaten to become atheists or become antagonistic to the teachings and doctrines of the church. A good fraction of these set of people provide many excuses: one of such is that church leaders; that is, …
The authenticity of the fact that all of us are pilgrims on earth is made audible to the deaf and clear to the blind. For, man’s life is indeed fleeting, and would end at the proper time, as it relates to everyone. The recognition and appreciation of this reality should spur in us the zeal to live a fruitful life, characterized by a sincere service to God, and love for what is right.
He died for us that we may live. He poured out his lifeblood so that we may have life, and not just temporal life but eternal life. In other words, his death was the price for our continuous existence. What if he did not die? What if he did not pay the prize? What will …