ENUGU STATE-WAWA-(ROME) DAY 2012

ANYA NECHE OHA --ROME (Italy)

CHIEFTANCY TITLE TO CHUKWUBIKE OKECHUKWU CHARLES AND WIFE (ANYA NECHE- OHA) BY THE ENUGU STATE COMMUNITY ROME ITALY

ANYA NECHE OHA --ROME (Italy)

CHIEFTANCY TITLE TO CHUKWUBIKE OKECHUKWU CHARLES AND WIFE (ANYA NECHE- OHA) BY THE ENUGU STATE COMMUNITY ROME ITALY

Adamma Igbo Masquerade Dance 2

ENUGU   COMMUNITY  ROME  (ITALY) GETTING  READY  TO  BRING
THIS  CLOSE  TO  YOU ON  SUNDAY

MOTHER'S DAY 2012

TO MY  BELOVED 3 +......

ENUGU COMMUNITY DAY IN ROME

IGBO COMM. ROME MOURNS IKEMBA by chukbyke

DALLAS ++

MARY'S MONTH

For May, often called Mary's month in popular devotion, we offer you two articles for contemplation. The first one, below, is divided into five sections: liturgy, Mary's month, ways to celebrate, a practical suggestion for a Marian coronation, and a sample celebration for use in parishes. The second article shares with you the official church teaching on coronation of images. You will find this in our resource section, Coronation of Mary. Liturgical Celebrations for Mary in May Mary Month--Why May? What is the History of the May Devotion? Ways to Celebrate Mary's Month A May Crowning Suggestion--Everyone Crowns A Marian Coronation Celebration for Parishes Coronation of Mary May Hymns What is the origin of the May Altar? http://campus.udayton.edu/mary/meditations/crownmed.html

7 Last Words of Jesus

What Were the Seven Final Phrases of Jesus on the Cross and What Did They Mean?

By Mary Fairchild, About.com Guide

Jesus Christ made seven final statements during his last hours on the cross. These phrases are held dear by followers of Christ because they offer a glimpse into the depth of his suffering to accomplish redemption. Recorded in the Gospels between the time of his crucifixion and his death, they reveal his divinity as well as his humanity. As much as possible, given the approximate sequence of events as portrayed in the Gospels, these seven last words of Jesus are presented here in chronological order.

1) Jesus Speaks to the Father

Luke 23:34
Jesus said, "Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing." (NIV) In the midst of his excruciating suffering, the heart of Jesus was focused on others rather than himself. Here we see the nature of his love—unconditional and divine.

2) Jesus Speaks to the Criminal on the Cross

Luke 23:43
"I tell you the truth, today you will be with me in paradise." (NIV) One of the criminals who was crucified with Christ, had recognized who Jesus was and expressed faith in him as Savior. Here we see grace poured out through faith, as Jesus assured the dying man of his forgiveness and eternal salvation.

3) Jesus Speaks to Mary and John

John 19:26-27
When Jesus saw his mother there, and the disciple whom he loved standing nearby, he said to his mother, "Dear woman, here is your son," and to the disciple, "Here is your mother." (NIV) Jesus, looking down from the cross, was still filled with the concerns of a son for the earthly needs of his mother. None of his brothers were there to care for her, so he gave this task to the Apostle John. Here we clearly see Christ's humanity.

4) Jesus Cries Out to the Father

Matthew 27:46 (also Mark 15:34)
And about the ninth hour Jesus cried out with a loud voice, saying, “Eli, Eli, lama sabachthani?” that is, “My God, My God, why have You forsaken Me?” (NKJV) In the darkest hours of his suffering, Jesus cried out the opening words of Psalm 22. And although much has been suggested regarding the meaning of this phrase, it was quite apparent the agony Christ felt as he expressed separation from God. Here we see the Father turning way from the Son as Jesus bore the full weight of our sin.

5) Jesus is Thirsty

John 19:28
Jesus knew that everything was now finished, and to fulfill the Scriptures he said, "I am thirsty." (NLT) Jesus refused the initial drink of vinegar, gall and myrrh (Matthew 27:34 and Mark 15:23) offered to alleviate his suffering. But here, several hours later, we see Jesus fulfilling the messianic prophecy found in Psalm 69:21.

6) It is Finished

John 19:30
... he said, "It is finished!" (NLT) Jesus knew he was suffering the crucifixion for a purpose. Earlier he had said in John 10:18 of his life, "No one takes it from me, but I lay it down of my own accord. I have authority to lay it down and authority to take it up again. This command I received from my Father." (NIV) These three words were packed with meaning, for what was finished here was not only Christ's earthly life, not only his suffering and dying, not only the payment for sin and the redemption of the world—but the very reason and purpose he came to earth was finished. His final act of obedience was complete. The Scriptures had been fulfilled.

7) Jesus' Last Words

Luke 23:46
Jesus called out with a loud voice, "Father, into your hands I commit my spirit." When he had said this, he breathed his last. (NIV) Here Jesus closes with the words of Psalm 31:5, speaking to the Father. We see his complete trust in the Father. Jesus entered death in the same way he lived each day of his life, offering up his life as the perfect sacrifice and placing himself in God's hands.
http://christianity.about.com/od/biblefactsandlists/qt/sevenlastwords.htm