Christmas CHRISTMAS – PLEASE, DON’T SWALLOW THE ADVENT!

Hypolite shares his thoughts on Advent and Christmas—reflective words that invite contemplation and preparation for this special time.

Drei Kreuze in Silhouette vor einem Sonnenuntergang, eines davon hervorgehoben. Symbolisch für den christlichen Glauben und die Opferbereitschaft von Jesus Christus.

Reflection on Lent

Hypolite Adigwe, a friend of HIFA co-founder Aaron Ekwu, has sent his reflection on the Lenten season. His words demonstrate how Christ’s suffering can lead us to joy and grace.

The picture shows a beautiful painting of the Easter Lamb, which represents redemption and hope, painted by Rev. Fr. Raymond Idiong. In the foreground, on a brown background, "Happy Easter" is written in a playful font, and below it is the quote from the Bible "Behold, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world" (John 1:29, John 1:36).

Easter Meditation

In his Easter meditation, Msgr. Hypolite Adigwe reflects on the suffering of the people in Nigeria and asks where the risen Lord will meet them.

Christmas meditation from Nigeria

The poem “Make room for everyone” by Hypolite Adigwe asks God to create space for everyone and to consider the needs of the people. It recalls the manger where Jesus was born and calls for opening gates in difficult times to lead a new human life with solidarity and hope.