Fourteen Ordained Deacons at IVTS, Enugu
During the Mass, fourteen (14) brothers were ordained to the sacred Order of the Diaconate. They include Raphael Maniamba (Tanzania), Dominic Olisa(Nigeria), Lepold Ndayizeye(Rwanda), John-Mary Emavwodia (Nigeria), Ignatius Ofoma, Kizito Chukwu (Nigeria)…
Dedication of the New IVTS Chapel
The event pulled clerics and lay persons, men and women of consecrated life, members of the Vincentian family in Nigeria, supporters and collaborators of Vincentian ministries in Nigeria, within and outside Nigeria.
The Vincentian Fathers and Brothers in Nigeria
The Vincentians arrived in Nigeria in 1960 at the invitation of Bishop James Moynagh, the then Bishop of Calabar. The three Irish confreres who began the mission in Nigeria are Frank Mullan, Harry Smith, and Paddy Hughes.
Most Reverend Adewale Martins Visits Lumen Christi College, Ikorodu, Lagos
On November 14th, 2025 Lumen Christi College, Maya, Ikorodu, Lagos, had the singular honor of hosting the Metropolitan Archbishop of the See of Lagos, Most Rev. Alfred Adewale Martins, on a pastoral visit. The occasion was marked by warmth, reverence, and a spirit of unity, as the entire school community led by the Principal, Rev. Fr. Jenfa Adedayo CM, alongside the management, staff, students, and parents joined hands to welcome the Archbishop to the school premises.
Vincentianism: Popular Mission in Nigeria
Religious and priests, I dedicate one or two weeks to working in a parish community. During that time, I visit families and the sick, and I help organize various activities such as recreational programs for children and youth, moments of prayer, neighbor
Weekday Reflection for Monday, 32nd Week of Ordinary Time, Year C
(Memorial Feast of St. Leo the Great, Pope and Doctor of the Church). Today, the church celebrates the memorial of St. Leo the Great, Pope and Doctor of the church. A man who serve the church with all sincerity of heart, a man who confronted dangerous authorities who persecuted the church. Even with the persecution, […]
ABUJA: THE CELEBRATION OF THE FOUR HUNDRED YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF THE CONGREGATION OF THE MISSION
In his ten-minute homily, the learned confrere, Reverend Father Victor Nyoro, CM stated that Abuja region is not just celebrating a historic milestone of four hundred years of existence of the Congregation but fourth century of a living legacy of charity and compassion that continues to shape lives across the globe, including our beloved region, Abuja.
Enugu/Oraifite: Regional celebration of the Congregation of the Mission.
In his response, the Provincial Superior, Very Rev. Fr. Damian I. Nwankwo, CM, expressed heartfelt gratitude to His Grace and all collaborators in the Archdiocese, appreciating their sustained partnership in the mission of charity. He affectionately referred to all present as “Vincentians,” sharing in the same spirit of service and love.
Lagos: Regional Celebration of the Four Hundred Year Anniversary of the Congregation of the Mission
The Mass intention was articulated by the archbishop who thanked God for all that the Vincentian fathers have accomplished in various parts of the world especially in our country Nigeria, clarifying that four hundred years is a lot of years. He prayed for God’s blessings on all priests of the Mission in Nigeria that they may continue to deliver service to persons living with poverty.
REPORT ON THE VINCENTIAN 400 YEARS JUBILEE CELEBRATION IN SIERRA LEONE MISSION
The atmosphere was filled with joy, songs, and gratitude as all participants: priests, religious, and lay faithful joined together in thanksgiving to God for four centuries of Vincentian service and presence in the world.