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13TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME: THE CROSS IN A CUP OF COLD WATER
Jesus ends today’s Gospel with what seems like a very small request: “Whoever gives only a cup of cold water to one of these little ones to drink because the little one is a disciple—amen, I say to you, he will surely not lose his reward.” At first, these words seem almost out of place. Moments earlier, Jesus had spoken about loving Him above father and mother, taking up the cross, losing one’s life for His sake, and the costly demands of discipleship. Suddenly, He concludes


12TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME: WORTH MORE THAN MANY SPARROWS
Three times in today’s Gospel, Jesus says: “Do not be afraid.” Not once. Not twice. Three times. Whenever Jesus repeats something, it calls for special attention. Fear is one of the greatest struggles of the human heart. We fear sickness. We fear rejection. We fear failure. We fear losing control. We fear the future. Today, Jesus speaks directly to those fears: “Do not be afraid… You are worth more than many sparrows.” And I will caution against treating fear as only a psycho


NOW AVAILABLE: RIML Marriage Enrichment Newsletter – June 2026 (Vol. II)
What happens when couples, families, and marriage advocates come together to learn, grow, and strengthen relationships? Our latest edition captures some of the most inspiring moments from the Remain In My Love Marriage Conference 2026 and our World Day of the Family celebration. Inside this issue, you'll discover: ✨ Highlights and key takeaways from the Marriage Conference ✨ Reflections on communication, finances, and thriving in marriage ✨ Prof. Chioma Asuzu's insights on co

Vincent Arisukwu
Feb 1, 20254 min read
THE PRESENTATION OF THE LORD: OUR SIMEON MOMENTS AND OUR ENCOUNTERS WITH GOD
An "encounter with God" is defined as a personal, transformative experience where an individual feels a direct presence of God. Feelings...

Vincent Arisukwu
Jan 25, 20254 min read
3RD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME: HEALING THROUGH COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS
The action of the priest Ezra in the Old Testament can be likened to that of Christ in the gospel. As Ezra reads from the Book, “All the...

Vincent Arisukwu
Dec 14, 20243 min read
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