The Catholic Bishop of Ekwulobia Diocese, Most Reverend Peter
Okpalaeke has encouraged Christians amidst difficulties and challenges
of life to always show appreciation and gratitude to God.
Most Reverend Okpalaeke gave the advice during a special Mass to mark
the Divine Mercy Sunday at the Retreat Center Okpuno in Awka South
Local Government Area.

The mass was celebrated live through the ABS Radio.
The Bishop called for repentance which he said is needed in the life
of a Christian especially this period of coronavirus pandemic.
He disclosed that God is compassionate and ever ready to forgive
mankind and maintained that Christ died to bring them closer to God.
The Catholic Prelate encouraged the parishioners to render help to
others who are in need especially now the COVID-19 is ravaging the
International Community.

Religion Correspondent, Amaka Chibuzor Okoye, reports that prayers
and other petitions were offered to bring Coronavirus pandemic to an
end.