Posts by Fr. Alex Igbozuruike
Crowned with Thorns: Embracing the Scandal That Saves Us
Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ, As we raise our palms today shouting “Hosanna to the Son of David!” with joy, we are ushered into the most sacred and intense week of the Christian journey, the Holy Week. Palm Sunday invites us to walk with Jesus on a road that defies human logic, a road…
Read MoreGod’s Best Over Our Wants: Praying for His Will to Be Done
Have you ever poured out your heart in prayer and yet feel that God is silent? Have you ever asked God for something earnestly, only to feel as though your words vanished into the air? As Christians we sometimes struggle with a crucial question: Why is God not answering my prayers? Some conclude, perhaps “it…
Read More“Bone of My Bones, Flesh of My Flesh” – Rediscovering the Sacred Bond between Man and Woman.
This second chapter of the Book of Genesis offers us a more intimate and detailed account of creation than the first. Unlike the grand cosmic vision of Genesis 1, Genesis 2 paints a picture of a loving God who forms man from the dust and breathes life into him. At this stage, man exists alone…
Read MoreGalilee: A Place Where Ordinary Lives Are Transformed by Extraordinary Grace
The Gospel of Mark begins Jesus’ public ministry with a dramatic shift. After John the Baptist is arrested, Jesus steps forward to proclaim the Good News. Mark’s Gospel highlights a transition from the prophetic preparation of John to the fulfillment of God’s plan in Jesus. John’s imprisonment foreshadows the opposition and suffering that will characterize…
Read MoreThe Wedding Banquet Awaits. Are you ready?
Today’s Gospel presents the parable of ten virgins, five described as wise and five foolish, all awaiting the bridegroom’s arrival. This parable extends an invitation to renew our commitment to spiritual vigilance, heartfelt preparation, and active anticipation of the Lord’s coming. Jesus often used vivid imagery to capture our attention and inspire our hearts. Let…
Read MoreFaith and Gratitude: The Path to True Healing and Freedom
In today’s Gospel, Jesus is met by ten men afflicted with leprosy, a disease that not only ravaged the body but also ostracized them from the society. When they saw Jesus, the cried out from afar: “Jesus Master, have pity on us!.” Moved by their plea, Jesus instructs them: “Go, show yourselves to the priest.”…
Read MoreFollowing Christ with a Heart of Wisdom: A Journey of Trust and Detachment
At the beginning of his reign, Solomon stood before God in prayer. He didn’t ask for riches, power to conquer his enemies; he prayed for wisdom, and it was granted to him. But his wisdom wasn’t just about knowing more or being smart. It was something that opened his eyes to what truly matters in…
Read MoreNurturing our Faith: The Call to Unity and Fruitfulness in Christ
Imagine a garden, teeming with diverse plants, each unique and beautiful in its own way. Some plants bloom quickly, while others take time to mature. The health of the garden depends on the quality of the soil and the care it receives. In a similar way, our lives as Christians are shaped by the condition…
Read MoreRedefining Greatness Through Jesus’ Eyes
In the heart of human nature lies a persistent yearning for prominence, a quest for power and recognition. Even among those following the path of Christ, the allure of greatness can sometimes overshadow the true essence of discipleship. In Matthew 18:1-5,10,12-14, Jesus confronts this human inclination head-on, offering us a profound challenge to our understanding…
Read MoreBecoming like Our Master Jesus: The Path of True Discipleship
As I read today’s Gospel, these words of Jesus deeply resonated in me: “It is enough for the disciple that he become like his teacher.” I think that in these words, Jesus sets the ultimate goal of discipleship for us: to become like Him. In Mt 11: 29, Jesus says: “Take my yoke and learn…
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