The Catholic Archbishop of Ibadan Archdiocese, Most Reverend Gabriel Abegunrin, has called on the Catholic faithful and Christians in general, to unite.
Archbishop Abegunrin stated this at the cathedraticum mass of the North deanery of the diocese, held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Ilupeju, Ibadan.
He said: “We have a project, and that is targeted towards making the archdiocese one family. Once you belong to Christ, let us always come together. We have all been created in the image of Christ.”
Also speaking at the mass on Wednesday, Episcopal Vicar and Dean, Very Reverend Father Felix Ethapemi, appreciated the host parish and the priest of the parish, Reverend Father Benedict Ugwoegbu, as well as members of the archdiocese for their cooperation and support, calling for prayers for the clergy of the archdiocese.
The mass was attended by priests and other members of the clergy, as well as lay faithful of the North deanery. It featured special prayers for Nigeria, families and individuals. There were also special thanksgivings by the various parishes and religious communities within the North deanery.