Nnaemeka Ali, O.M.I
Ask Now About Former Ages, Long Before Your Own: The Fears of Every Leader
There is a common misconception that leaders are fearless individuals. However, in reality, fear plays a significant role in leadership....
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Nnaemeka Ali, O.M.I
- Aug 8
- 2 min
The Punishment of Myriam: Doubting Siblings or a Questioning Nation?
In today's first reading (Numbers 12.1-13), we are presented with the story of Moses and his siblings, who had doubts. “Has the Lord...
Nnaemeka Ali, O.M.I
- Aug 6
- 3 min
Transfiguration: An Experience of Filiation and Liberation
When preaching about Jesus’ transfiguration, preachers often emphasize his Sonship, as highlighted by the proclamation, “This is my...
Nnaemeka Ali, O.M.I
- Jul 10
- 2 min
The Annual Barbecue of the Africa Study Group
The annual barbecue event of the Africa Study Group was held on July 8, 2023, marking the end of a long hiatus due to Covid-19. The...
Nnaemeka Ali, O.M.I
- May 30
- 2 min
Nigerian Igbo Catholic Community, Ottawa, Celebrates Uka Nne (Mothering Sunday)
At Saint Peter's Parish, located at 1640 Hetherington Road in Ottawa, on May 28, 2023, an emotional atmosphere filled the air as Catholic...
Nnaemeka Ali, O.M.I
- May 4
- 4 min
The Slow, Sweet Death of the Eurocentric Christianity
While I may not have the gift of prophecy, I am convinced that change is coming. The era of European theology is ending, paving the way...
Nnaemeka Ali, O.M.I
- Apr 22
- 4 min
Are We Culturally or Naturally Homophobic?
As human beings advance, you would expect that we will become wiser. But, in fact, we continue to commit the same crime each century....
Nnaemeka Ali, O.M.I
- Apr 20
- 6 min
The Gangs of Lagos and the Core Yoruba Values
Recently, the movie Gangs of Lagos has been raising much discussion among Nigerians and other cinema amateurs on LinkedIn. For those who...
Nnaemeka Ali, O.M.I
- Mar 27
- 2 min
Black Out Loud—A Celebration of Regional Capital Territory's Black Identity and Cultural Heritage
They say the Black History celebration begins when the February jamboree ends. For this reason, the Students' Association of Saint Paul's...
Nnaemeka Ali, O.M.I
- Mar 26
- 2 min
Annunciation of the birth of Jesus, God’s (subtle) Subversion of the Divine History
Since I started enjoying narrative analysis of the Bible, I have come to appreciate Mariology better. For example, two things strike me...
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Nnaemeka Ali, O.M.I
- May 4
- 4 min
The Slow, Sweet Death of the Eurocentric Christianity
While I may not have the gift of prophecy, I am convinced that change is coming. The era of European theology is ending, paving the way...
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Nnaemeka Ali, O.M.I
- Mar 26
- 2 min
Annunciation of the birth of Jesus, God’s (subtle) Subversion of the Divine History
Since I started enjoying narrative analysis of the Bible, I have come to appreciate Mariology better. For example, two things strike me...
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Nnaemeka Ali, O.M.I
- Feb 8
- 3 min
Bakhita, the Unfortunate Named Fortunate
This morning, our community celebrated the feast of saint Josephine Bakhita. An optional memorial in the Canadian and Roman calendars...
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Nnaemeka Ali, O.M.I
- Jan 21
- 7 min
Mary, Favoured Among Us
While we celebrate the birth of Christ, let’s question some popular narratives about the Virgin Mary. This reflection is the fruit of...
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Nnaemeka Ali, O.M.I
- Oct 31, 2022
- 2 min
Catholic, A Church With Many Colours
One of the beauties of the Vatican II Council is this opportunity for the Catholic Church to take different colours while remaining...
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Nnaemeka Ali, O.M.I
- Oct 10, 2022
- 5 min
The Place of Music and Dance in Church Liturgy in Africa
There is this false impression that when people dance or exhibit certain forms of bodily movement during Holy Mass or any other...
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Nnaemeka Ali, O.M.I
- Sep 23, 2022
- 3 min
The Tree of Life and the Fate of the Brave Ones
African spirituality and history have often been misrepresented on the big screens. And sometimes, when the producers have a lot of...
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Nnaemeka Ali, O.M.I
- Aug 12, 2022
- 3 min
A Homage to Prof. Laurenti Magesa — A Sacred Iroko never dies
Irokos don’t die; they give up their space to other trees and offer their bodies to other inhabitants of the forest. In his “Hidden life...
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Nnaemeka Ali, O.M.I
- Feb 7, 2022
- 2 min
This God that Suffers in our Head
Have you ever imagined why some people have this tendency of seeing God as always suffering, the world always sinful, and humanity...
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Nnaemeka Ali, O.M.I
- Dec 30, 2021
- 4 min
Kwanzaa, the gift of the African Diaspora to the World
First published in https://www.blackcatholicmessenger.com/kwanzaa-is-a-gift/?fbclid=IwAR3_9oNBxLTczM3fXmaE8tUWSz12p4QXW I have never...
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Nnaemeka Ali, O.M.I
- Dec 23, 2021
- 4 min
End of Year Religious Crusades in Nigeria: Why do our churches rage and plot in vain?
We’re back to the festive period when communities and churches mount their crusades against principalities and powers. Many religious men...
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Nnaemeka Ali, O.M.I
- Nov 6, 2021
- 3 min
Was Christ Obliged to die on the Cross?
Here is a follow-up to my observation on Satisfaction and Substitutionary Atonement Theories. So many people have underlined the...
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Nnaemeka Ali, O.M.I
- Oct 25, 2021
- 3 min
Engelbert Mveng S. J.—Theologian, artist, and a Father of African Theology
Another Baobab presented in African theology of Bénézet Bujo and Juvenal Ilunga Muya (ed.) is Engelbert Mveng S.J. It is a presentation...
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Nnaemeka Ali, O.M.I
- Oct 25, 2021
- 2 min
Vincent Mulago - Modern African Apostolic Father
I just finished the first chapter of African Theology, edited by Bénézet Bujo and Juvenal Ilunga Muya. The first chapter is consecrated...
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