The Christian faithful once again gathered at St. Cyril’s Catholic Parish, Umunakara, Isu Local Government Area, to commemorate the Month’s Mind of Rev. Msgr. Josaphat Chukwudi Obiajunwa, marking one month since his passing to eternal glory.
The Holy Mass was celebrated in the presence of the Bishop, Augustine Ukwuoma, and was presided over by the Regional Dean, Fr. Augustine Iwuagwu. Among the concelebrants were the Rector of Seat of Wisdom Major Seminary, Owerri, Fr. Cajethan Ehiem, several seminary formators, and numerous priests from within and outside the region. The Seat of Wisdom Major Seminary Choir animated the liturgy with inspiring sacred music.
Also in attendance were members of the late Monsignor’s family, representatives of the Handmaids of the Holy Child Jesus, parishioners, friends, and well-wishers who gathered to pray for the peaceful repose of his soul and to celebrate his remarkable life of service to God and humanity.
In his homily, Fr. Nelson Ezeala paid glowing tribute to the life and enduring legacy of Rev. Msgr. Josaphat Obiajunwa. He emphasized that truly good men never die, for their virtues and impact continue to live on in the hearts of those they touched. Describing the late Monsignor as a model priest and gentleman, Fr. Ezeala encouraged the faithful to emulate his humility, love, simplicity, cheerfulness, commitment, and spirit of contentment.
At the conclusion of the Mass, Bishop Augustine Ukwuoma expressed profound gratitude to all who came to honour the memory of the late Monsignor. He also extended his continued condolences and prayers to the Obiajunwa family, encouraging them to remain steadfast in faith and hope in the resurrection.
The Month’s Mind celebration served not only as a prayerful remembrance of a devoted priest but also as a renewed call to cherish and imitate the virtues that distinguished the life and ministry of Rev. Msgr. Josaphat Chukwudi Obiajunwa.
