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Nigeria is one of the most populous countries in Africa. Despite it’s high economic growth, challenges in Nigeria remains significant – over a third of the population struggle to make ends meet, facing poverty and extreme hunger. Ordinary people are suffering each day.
In Africa, Fr. Angelo Van der Putten, Fr. Charles Ike and the tireless assistants at our Nigerian mission continue their work in providing for the spiritual and temporal needs of the people under their care. Among their many projects, the mission boards 20 boys age 7-15, covering the cost of their school fees, medical bills and basic needs; runs farms for crops and animals; and assists the people with such necessities as clean water and medical care.
Nigeria is a main focus of Mission Tradition’s work today. With dedication to Nne Enyemaka Parish (Igbo for “Our Lady of Perpetual Help”), in Umuaka, Imo State, the presence of the Fraternity provides a powerful witness of sacrifice, love, and service to others that goes beyond the average expectation.
The need for ministry remains a huge challenge. Wide differences between predominantly Muslim and Christian areas of Nigeria have created tensions which have escalated into violence. In some states Christians face intense persecution. Recent attacks by the radical Islamic group Boko Haram targeting Christian churches, have killed hundreds.
“That so much injustice, violence, and bloodshed permeate our society today is a clear indication that we all indeed need God’s mercy, for blessed are the merciful for they shall receive mercy.”
– Bishops of the Ibadan region.
Father Angelo Van der Putten, FSSP, has served in our mission in Nigeria since 2013. Although he works tirelessly for…
Father Angelo Van der Putten, FSSP, has served in our mission in Nigeria since 2013. Although he works tirelessly for…
