The Journey of Fr. Nigel Karam

Father Karam comes across as one who is pretty much reserved. In fact quite early in conversation he is quick to allude to this, but beneath that cover of reticence is one who is profound in thought and unshakeable in belief. And certainly there is no lack of warmth and friendliness. He speaks with conviction [...]

The Call of Fr. Conan Shillingford

Father Shillingford had recognized his calling from God at a very tender age. He was eight at the time and was suffering through a bout of illness, serious enough to have ended his life. As he lay on his sick bed he was thinking that if his life were spared he would lay it at [...]

The Journey of Fr. Jude Nkem Anyaegbu

by Welsh Richards In this article we travel to the far away village of Amizi in Ikwuano of Abia State in Nigeria, where a young boy named Jude Nkem Anyaegbu lived with his parents, Sunday and Veronica Anyaegbu and seven siblings. He was the fourth child of his parents and lived the life of a [...]

The Call of Fr. Elveau Augustine

by Welsh Richards Visiting and interacting with Father for a few moments, one is struck by the enormity of the task which confronts him. One is forced to concede, as it is said in local parlance, “His work is cut out for him.” He is the lone priest charged with the responsibility of shepherding five [...]