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Catholic Priest Kidnapped in Kaduna

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Reverend Father Jeremiah Yakubu The pastor of Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Kauru, Kaduna Municipality, Rev. Jeremiah Yakubu, was kidnapped by gunmen. Although the Kaduna police authorities have not yet commented on the incident, the Chancellor of the Catholic Diocese of Kafanchan, Rev. Emmanuel Okolo, said in a statement that Father Jeremiah was kidnapped from the parish rectory in Kauru LGA at about 11pm on Sunday. The Chancellor calls for fervent prayers for the speedy and safe release of the victim from the kidnappers and urges parishioners not to take justice into their own hands.

Morning Prayer's Benefits

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Morning prayer can bring many benefits to those who practice it. While specific benefits may vary based on personal beliefs and practices, here are some commonly recognized benefits:   Spiritual Connection: Morning prayers offer an opportunity to connect with a higher power, the Divine or 039; s spiritual beliefs. It allows people to start their day with purpose, dedication and gratitude.   Inner Peace and Tranquility: Prayer can bring a sense of calm and peace to the mind and spirit. It helps focus thoughts, relieve stress and find comfort in moments of stillness and reflection.   Concentration and Clarity: Morning prayers set the tone for the day ahead. They help people clarify their intentions, align their actions with their values, and focus on their goals. This can result in increased productivity, efficiency and a sense of direction throughout the day.   Gratitude and Positivity: Starting the day with a prayer of gratitude fosters a posit...

Rev. Fr. Oluoma Slams Gospel Singers

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Father Oluoma           Mercy Chinwo Father Chinenye Oluoma, a Catholic priest from the Archdiocese of Abuja, criticized the gospel singers. This is when he revealed that some famous gospel singers currently charges N10 million to perform in the church.   He made this known while disparaging how expensive religious worship had become. Speaking in a video that is trending on social media, Father Oluoma chastises gospel musicians for demanding huge sums of money to perform at a place of worship. Taking Mercy Chinwo as an example, the rabbi, in a viral video, reiterated that the singer charges a church performance fee of N10 million. “We have made religious worship expensive. If I had to bring Mercy Chinwo here and sing, how much would I pay her? How much does it cost for a gospel artist with Mercy Chinwo status to go to an event or church, currently it's up to N10m. "This is the tragedy that we have transformed  Christiani...