Igbo Catholic Community
New York @ Angela Merici Catholic Church
917 Morris Avenue, Bronx, NY 10451
Na Aha Nna, Na Nwa, Na Muo Nso. Amen.
Welcome to Igbo Catholic Community
FEAST OF CHRIST THE KING
In most cultures, men are seen as the head of their families and they jealously guard and protect their authority and territory. Women rule and are in charge in the domestic chores and kitchen and nowadays in so many places. The boss or superior at job exercise their authorities over their inferiors. Power and authority have so much energy that goes with them. Political leaders, politicians, presidents, and members of the parliament flex their muzzles in so many ways and in that sense make their importance and authority felt. The hierarchical structure of the Church defines her political leaning and inclination. These have both good and bad sides to them. Moderation and humble service is advocated. [virtuo statuo in medio] One basic factor is that all these power structures are transitory and transient but Christ's is eternal and forever.' But as it is, my kingdom is not here' He reigns in our lives and will determine the final destination of our souls at judgment. People who promote values that are in contrast to his principles will eventually come before his judgment seat. Daniel succinctly stated that: 'the one like a Son of man received dominion, glory, and kingship; all peoples, nations, and languages serve him. His dominion is an everlasting dominion that shall not be taken away, his kingship shall not be destroyed' [Dan7:14] May his kingdom reign in our homes and lives now and forever. JESUS IGWEEEEE, EZE NDI EZE' Mee Jesu Eze..
Happy Sunday!!
BY REV. FR. STEPHEN OKEKE
Mission
Our mission is to establish a thriving Catholic ethnic community for the Igbo Diaspora in New York. We seek to build a community that galvanizes and serves as a rallying point, a fountain of hope, and a forum for the worship of Almighty God in Igbo language and in accordance with the Roman Catholic faith. We envision a community that preserves and perpetuates the Igbo culture, language, social values, charity, and our Roman Catholic heritage through evangelization, catechesis, Bible studies, and advancement of Catholic principles and ideals.